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<nis:link nis:type=tag nis:id=assam: nis:value=assam: nis:enabled=true nis:link/> Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma has shared a WhatsApp conversation with MLA Akhil Gogoi, claiming that Gogoi did not respond to his messages. The exchange has sparked fresh political discussion in Assam.
<nis:link nis:type=tag nis:id=assam: nis:value=assam: nis:enabled=true nis:link/> Assam’s boxing star Lovlina Borgohain has scripted history at the Asian Games 2026, clinching the women’s 75kg gold medal on October 2 — and doing so on her 29th birthday. Lovlina defeated China’s Bao Ziyi by a unanimous 5–0 decision in the final, putting together a composed performance built around sharp counter-punches and strong control throughout the bout. Her journey to the final saw her overcome Kazakhstan’s Natalia Bogdanova in a closely contested 3–2 semifinal. The gold marks Lovlina’s first Asian Games title and makes her the first Indian woman boxer since Mary Kom in 2014 to win Asian Games gold. For Assam, the victory sparked celebrations and prayers across the state, with supporters also gathering at Lovlina’s residence in Barpathar to cheer for the boxer. From the boxing ring to a golden birthday celebration — Lovlina has given Assam and India another moment to celebrate. Congratulations, Lovlina!
<nis:link nis:type=tag nis:id=assam: nis:value=assam: nis:enabled=true nis:link/> Post-poll scenes at Gauhati University took a musical turn as students gathered to urge the administration to conduct the vote counting today itself. Singing songs and calling out to the administration, students made their demand clear — they want the results without further delay.
Gauhati University’s PGSU elections 2026-27
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<nis:link nis:type=tag nis:id=assam: nis:value=assam: nis:enabled=true nis:link/> Team India has arrived in Guwahati ahead of their upcoming clash against the West Indies at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium. With the Men in Blue in town, excitement is building as Guwahati prepares to host another chapter of international cricket.
<nis:link nis:type=tag nis:id=assam: nis:value=assam: nis:enabled=true nis:link/> AEC Students Use Humour to Highlight Water Crisis, Slogans Go Viral
<nis:link nis:type=tag nis:id=assam: nis:value=assam: nis:enabled=true nis:link/> CJP worker Gyanashree engages in a heated confrontation with BJP workers during a school visit in Palasbari, Assam, amid escalating political tensions.
<nis:link nis:type=tag nis:id=assam: nis:value=assam: nis:enabled=true nis:link/> Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, commenting on the death of Gauhati University student Nimisha Thakuria, said that people must follow their culture and maintain boundaries. He also stressed that parents have a responsibility towards their children. Sarma said the investigation into Nimisha’s death is underway, with authorities examining the circumstances surrounding the incident.
<nis:link nis:type=tag nis:id=assam: nis:value=assam: nis:enabled=true nis:link/> Singer Hanseeka Pareek paid a heartfelt musical tribute to Assam’s beloved music icon Zubeen Garg by performing his iconic song ‘Mayabini’ at a concert in Guwahati. The soulful rendition brought back memories of the legendary singer and his enduring contribution to Assamese music. ‘Mayabini’ continues to hold a special place in the hearts of his fans, serving as a symbol of love, remembrance and the everlasting legacy of Zubeen Garg.
<nis:link nis:type=tag nis:id=assam: nis:value=assam: nis:enabled=true nis:link/> CJP President Abhijit Dike has issued a stern warning to the Assam Government following the detention of co-convenor Ashutosh Ranka (Ashu) and other party activists by Assam Police on September 27. The activists had gathered for a volunteer meet-up at Dispur’s Choudhury Tila, the residence of AJP leader Kunki Choudhury. However, before the meeting could take place, Assam Police detained Ranka and other members of the organisation and took them to Kahilipara’s 10th APBn. Reacting to the detention, Dike took to social media, stating that Ranka had been picked up from a private residence and that the authorities had not disclosed the charges or grounds for his detention. “Release Ashu or I will come to Assam along with other CJP members. Himanta can arrest us all,” Dike warned, directing his statement at the Assam Government and Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. Meanwhile, Ranka told the media that the Chief Minister was allegedly afraid of being questioned over issues including poor school conditions, Kaziranga-related rights and land transfers to corporations. The detention has sparked a political confrontation, with CJP demanding Ranka’s release and raising questions over the circumstances surrounding the police action.
<nis:link nis:type=tag nis:id=assam: nis:value=assam: nis:enabled=true nis:link/> Ashik Ali’s Mother Gives Contradictory Statements About Nimisha Thakuria’s Visits and Family’s Knowledge of Their Relationship In two separate interactions with the media, Ashik Ali’s mother has made differing claims about Nimisha Thakuria’s visits to their home and whether her family knew about their relationship. In her first statement, she claimed that Nimisha used to frequently visit their house and that people across the Garigaon neighbourhood were aware of their relationship. She also asserted that Nimisha’s parents knew about the relationship. However, in a subsequent interaction with the media, her account appeared to change. She claimed that Nimisha had visited their home only once, during Eid. She also said that she did not know whether Nimisha’s parents were aware of the relationship. The two statements have raised questions about the frequency of Nimisha’s visits and the extent of her family’s knowledge of the relationship. Both accounts were provided by Ashik Ali’s mother during separate media interactions.
<nis:link nis:type=tag nis:id=assam: nis:value=assam: nis:enabled=true nis:link/> Locals in Guwahati’s Dharapur staged a protest on September 26 following the death of Nimisha Thakuria, a 5th-semester student of the Five Years Integrated Masters Programme in Education at Gauhati University. Nimisha was found dead at Rudra’s Kitchen homestay in Garal, Dharapur, during the early hours of September 26. She was reportedly taken to a nearby hospital by three boys. Police have detained Ashik Ali, who is alleged to be Nimisha’s boyfriend, in connection with the case. During the protest, locals raised concerns over alleged “love jihad” cases and urged the district administration to take action against homestays operating without proper registration. The exact circumstances surrounding Nimisha’s death remain under investigation.
<nis:link nis:type=tag nis:id=assam: nis:value=assam: nis:enabled=true nis:link/> CJP Co-Convenor Ashutosh Ranka Detained by Dispur Police Ahead of Volunteers’ Meet in Guwahati Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) co-convenor Ashutosh Ranka and several party workers were detained by police in Guwahati on Sunday, September 27, 2026, shortly after arriving for the organisation’s scheduled Volunteer Meet-Up. According to reports, Ranka was detained alongside three participants who had travelled from Nagaland. Several other attendees were also taken into custody as they arrived at the venue carrying a banner announcing the volunteers’ gathering. Those detained reportedly included Khargeswar Milli, Sheikh Sahiluddin Shah, Hitesh Barua, Mintu Das and Tommy Barua.  Before his detention, Ranka questioned Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma over the condition of government schools and raised concerns about land, forests and water resources in Kaziranga. The volunteers’ meeting was scheduled to bring together CJP members and supporters in Assam. The reported detentions took place before the programme could begin. As of the latest available reports, the police had not publicly clarified the grounds for the detentions or the whereabouts of all those taken into custody. 
<nis:link nis:type=tag nis:id=assam: nis:value=assam: nis:enabled=true nis:link/> Nimisha Thakuria, a student of the Five Years Integrated Masters Programme in Education at Gauhati University, was found dead at a homestay in Guwahati on Friday night, September 25. According to reports, Nimisha had checked into the RUDRA’s KITCHEN homestay in Guwahati. Reports also state that she had contacted her mother and spoken about alleged physical abuse before her phone was switched off. Her body was subsequently recovered from the homestay, following which the police initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death. The police have reportedly detained her alleged boyfriend in connection with the case. Further details regarding the incident are awaited as the investigation continues. The tragic incident has raised serious concerns, with further information awaited from the authorities.
<nis:link nis:type=tag nis:id=assam: nis:value=assam: nis:enabled=true nis:link/> Tense scenes were witnessed outside Rajiv Bhawan in Guwahati as women were allegedly forced into a bus amid a Congress protest against the Election Commission. The incident unfolded as Congress workers staged a demonstration over alleged bias and irregularities in the functioning of the Election Commission. The visuals show women being pushed towards a bus amid a gathering of protesters and police personnel, raising questions about the manner in which the situation was handled.
<nis:link nis:type=tag nis:id=assam: nis:value=assam: nis:enabled=true nis:link/> Assam Congress President Gaurav Gogoi was detained by Assam Police on September 25 during a protest demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. The demonstration was part of the Congress party’s nationwide protests against the Election Commission over concerns surrounding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The Congress has demanded Kumar’s immediate removal, an independent review of decisions taken during his tenure, and a review of changes made to electoral rolls. The party has also called for protests at state election commission offices across the country, with further demonstrations planned at district collectorates on September 28. The protest comes amid controversy over reports of disagreements within the Election Commission regarding decisions related to the electoral roll revision process
<nis:link nis:type=tag nis:id=assam: nis:value=assam: nis:enabled=true nis:link/> Representatives of Indigenous communities from across the world have reportedly gathered in Kenya to stand in solidarity with Adivasi families in Assam facing a land dispute linked to a proposed luxury tourism project near Kaziranga National Park. The affected communities say their agricultural lands and livelihoods are at stake, while rights groups have raised concerns over land acquisition, displacement, environmental impacts and the participation of local communities in decisions affecting their territories. The dispute has also drawn international attention following the arrest and detention of Indigenous rights defender Pranab Doley, who has been advocating for affected communities. International organisations have called for respect for Indigenous land rights and meaningful community participation in development decisions. From Assam to Kenya, the message is increasingly global: development, conservation and tourism cannot be separated from the rights and voices of the communities who have lived on and cared for these landscapes.
<nis:link nis:type=tag nis:id=assam: nis:value=assam: nis:enabled=true nis:link/> The Gauhati University Post Graduate Students’ Union (PGSU) Election 2026–27 is scheduled for September 30, with vote counting set to begin on October 1. The nomination and withdrawal process concluded on September 24, following the university’s official election schedule. Amid the ongoing election process, a video circulating on social media has drawn attention to the General Secretary (GS) post, with the post claiming that an ABVP-backed candidate is the sole contender for the position. Students are seen questioning the election process in the footage. The claim of the candidate being uncontested should be understood in the context of the nomination process and the final list issued by the university. The development comes a year after the 2025–26 PGSU polls, in which an ABVP-backed candidate won the General Secretary post after a contested election. With polling scheduled for September 30, attention now remains on the final candidate list and how the university’s electoral process unfolds.
<nis:link nis:type=tag nis:id=assam: nis:value=assam: nis:enabled=true nis:link/> A statement attributed to Singapore-based NRI Abhimanyu Talukdar has sparked reactions across Assam after he reportedly said he did not know Zubeen Garg was a major artist and only learnt about the singer’s vast body of work after his death. According to the claims circulating on social media, Talukdar said he knew Jitul Sonowal as an artist during his stay in Assam in 2013–14, but was unaware of Zubeen Garg’s stature, health condition and the scale of his musical contributions. The statement has since triggered strong reactions among Zubeen Garg’s admirers, with many expressing disbelief and sharing emotional tributes to the late singer.
<nis:link nis:type=tag nis:id=assam: nis:value=assam: nis:enabled=true nis:link/> The Assam government has announced October 17, 2026, as an additional public holiday on the occasion of Durga Puja. The decision was taken at the state Cabinet meeting held on September 24 and announced by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The additional holiday comes as October 17 falls on a Saturday, immediately before the existing Durga Puja holidays beginning October 18. The move will extend the holiday period for state government employees to five days, giving them additional time to celebrate the festival and spend time with their families. According to the Assam government’s 2026 holiday calendar, October 18 is observed for Kati Bihu and Durga Puja, followed by Durga Puja and Vijaya Dashami holidays from October 19 to 21. The Cabinet’s decision was announced alongside other Durga Puja-related measures, including a 20% bonus for workers of Assam Tea Corporation Limited (ATCL) tea gardens.
<nis:link nis:type=tag nis:id=assam: nis:value=Assam: nis:enabled=true nis:link/> Bollywood Superstar Ajay Devgn Makes a Visit to Guwahati
<nis:link nis:type=tag nis:id=assam: nis:value=assam: nis:enabled=true nis:link/> And the season begins🔥🔥
<nis:link nis:type=tag nis:id=assam: nis:value=assam: nis:enabled=true nis:link/> Hundreds of flood-affected residents from Sivasagar, Charaideo and Jorhat travelled to Guwahati on Wednesday to participate in a mass protest organised by Raijor Dal at Chachal, demanding immediate relief and compensation for families affected by the devastating July floods. The protesters alleged that many affected families were still awaiting adequate government assistance and called for a proper assessment of losses, transparent distribution of relief and timely compensation. Raijor Dal president and Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi reiterated the demand for ₹10 lakh compensation for families whose homes and belongings were destroyed, along with an inquiry into the causes of the floods. A large number of women and families travelled from Upper Assam to join the demonstration, with protesters saying they continue to struggle to rebuild their homes and livelihoods after losing property, crops and other assets to the floods.
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