Guwahati’s student elections renew debate over political influence, student representation and campus independence For students in Guwahati, September is not merely the month that marks the transition towards autumn. It is also the season when campuses become politically active, as colleges and universities begin their student union election processes. Campaigning, nominations, meetings and discussions…
GUWAHATI: The national song Vande Mataram will be sung from the ramparts of the Red Fort for the first time on the occasion of India’s 80th Independence Day celebrations on August 15. Young students and members of Gen Z will also have greater representation at this year's ceremony, with student achievers set to be…
In Assam’s lively political scene, women are visible everywhere except where decisions are made. They lead rallies, run welfare drives, and turn out to vote in large numbers. Yet when it comes to contesting elections, holding legislative seats, or leading political parties, their presence is tiny. This contradiction, active participation without real representation is…
