News for '-guwahati'

First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Between Guwahati, Howrah

First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Between Guwahati, Howrah

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

'The sleeper variant is designed for long-distance journeys, with modern berths, improved interiors and enhanced safety features.'

India vs New Zealand, 3rd T20: Amazing Abhishek, Sizzling Suryakumar Run Riot In Guwahati

India vs New Zealand, 3rd T20: Amazing Abhishek, Sizzling Suryakumar Run Riot In Guwahati

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Opener Abhishek Sharma's explosive unbeaten 68 off 20 balls set up a comprehensive eight-wicket victory against New Zealand.in the third match in Guwahati

India vs New Zealand, 3rd T20, Guwahati: Abhishek Sharma Continues To Blaze New Records

India vs New Zealand, 3rd T20, Guwahati: Abhishek Sharma Continues To Blaze New Records

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Abhishek Sharma blasted a half-century from 14 balls -- the second fastest by an Indian batter in T20 Internationals.

Modi To Inaugurate New Guwahati Airport

Modi To Inaugurate New Guwahati Airport

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

'International flights will continue to operate from the old terminal because of customs and other requirements. Eventually, the old terminal will be closed.'

Modi unveils India's first nature-themed airport in Guwahati

Modi unveils India's first nature-themed airport in Guwahati

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

The Lokapriya Gopinath Bardoloi International Airport in Guwahati has inaugurated a new nature-themed terminal building, designed to handle 13.1 million passengers per year and serve as a key aviation hub for the northeast and a gateway to Southeast Asia.

Gill Set To Miss Guwahati Test

Gill Set To Miss Guwahati Test

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Though Shubman Gill travelled with the Indian team to Guwahati on Wednesday, his injury is unlikely to heal in time ahead of the second Test, which begins on Saturday.

Assam Police Seize Drugs Worth Rs 5.93 Crore, Arrest Three

Assam Police Seize Drugs Worth Rs 5.93 Crore, Arrest Three

Rediff.com3 days ago

Assam Police seized drugs worth Rs 5.93 crore and arrested three individuals in two separate operations in Guwahati and Patharkandi, signaling a strong stance against drug trafficking in the state.

Why Tea Before Lunch in Guwahati Test...

Why Tea Before Lunch in Guwahati Test...

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

Guwahati made its debut as the newest Test match centre as India took on South Africa in the second and final game of the two-match series on Saturday.

Will India Field 5 Batters In Guwahati?

Will India Field 5 Batters In Guwahati?

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

The track is historically a high-scoring one and the outfield is quick. But on a red soil surface, the ball grips and can surprise the batters.

Guwahati set to become India's 30th Test venue

Guwahati set to become India's 30th Test venue

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

Assam's largest city Guwahati is set to make its debut as the newest Test centre on Saturday when India take on South Africa in the second and final game of the two-match series.

Assam CM Orders Action After Eviction Notice Attack

Assam CM Orders Action After Eviction Notice Attack

Rediff.com4 days ago

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has ordered action and the arrest of 16 people following an attack on police and officials serving eviction notices to alleged encroachers in Azara, Guwahati. Sarma asserts that all encroachers will be evicted and a permanent police camp will be established in the area.

Tea Before Lunch! Guwahati Test To Break Norm

Tea Before Lunch! Guwahati Test To Break Norm

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

A Test match in India usually starts at 9:30 am and the day's play ends at 4:30 pm, while the game in Guwahati will begin at 9 am and end at 4 pm.

SC Orders CBI, SITs to Provide Charge Sheets to Manipur Violence Victims

SC Orders CBI, SITs to Provide Charge Sheets to Manipur Violence Victims

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI and Manipur SITs to provide charge sheets in the 2023 Manipur ethnic violence cases to the victims and their families, ensuring legal aid and covering travel expenses for court appearances in Guwahati.

SC Orders CBI to Share Manipur Violence Charge Sheets with Victims

SC Orders CBI to Share Manipur Violence Charge Sheets with Victims

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI and Manipur SITs to provide copies of charge sheets in the 2023 Manipur ethnic violence cases to the victims and their families, ensuring legal aid and addressing concerns over investigation progress and victim support.

SC Orders CBI, SITs to Provide Charge Sheets to Manipur Violence Victims

SC Orders CBI, SITs to Provide Charge Sheets to Manipur Violence Victims

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI and Manipur SITs to provide charge sheets in the 2023 Manipur ethnic violence cases to the victims and their families, ensuring legal aid and covering travel expenses for court appearances in Guwahati.

MP Duo Nabbed for Heroin Smuggling in Manipur

MP Duo Nabbed for Heroin Smuggling in Manipur

Rediff.com4 days ago

Two individuals from Madhya Pradesh were apprehended at Imphal airport while attempting to smuggle 4.8 kg of suspected heroin.

India vs New Zealand T20s: Pressure on Samson as India aim to seal series in Guwahati

India vs New Zealand T20s: Pressure on Samson as India aim to seal series in Guwahati

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

Ishan Kishan's sensational comeback and Sanju Samson's inconsistent displays with the bat will reignite debate over who should be Abhishek Sharma's preferred opening partner.

SC Orders CBI to Share Manipur Violence Charge Sheets with Victims

SC Orders CBI to Share Manipur Violence Charge Sheets with Victims

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI and Manipur SITs to provide copies of charge sheets in the 2023 Manipur ethnic violence cases to the victims and their families, ensuring legal aid and addressing concerns about the progress of investigations and victim support.

IPL 2026 Opener Delayed by Two Days, RCB Venue Under Discussion

IPL 2026 Opener Delayed by Two Days, RCB Venue Under Discussion

Rediff.com4 days ago

The IPL Governing Council will finalise the schedule amid election-related uncertainties and venue discussions around RCB's home matches.

Modi To Land On Highway In Assam

Modi To Land On Highway In Assam

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

The PM's landing will be followed by an IAF airshow featuring around 16 aircraft.

Guwahati Test: Who Will Replace Shubman Gill?

Guwahati Test: Who Will Replace Shubman Gill?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

India will be desperate for a quality replacement for the crucial No. 4 slot with Shubman Gill likely to be ruled out for the must-win second and final Test against South Africa.

VIDEO: Modi makes historic landing at Assam highway airstrip

VIDEO: Modi makes historic landing at Assam highway airstrip

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Northeast's first Emergency Landing Facility in Assam, boosting regional defense and disaster response capabilities.

Gambhir draws fans' ire after Guwahati pounding!

Gambhir draws fans' ire after Guwahati pounding!

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Fans boo Gambhir after 408-run hammering; Kotak, Siraj step in to douse fire

Former Assam Congress chief Bhupen Borah joins BJP

Former Assam Congress chief Bhupen Borah joins BJP

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

Former Assam Congress chief Bhupen Kumar Borah joined the BJP, marking a significant political shift ahead of the upcoming Assam assembly polls.

Tea before lunch? Guwahati Test may break tradition

Tea before lunch? Guwahati Test may break tradition

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

The second Test between India and South Africa, scheduled in Guwahati's Barsapara and starting November 22, might feature a swapping of breaks

Rabada still doubtful; SA call up Ngidi for Guwahati Test

Rabada still doubtful; SA call up Ngidi for Guwahati Test

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Lungi Ngidi's call-up indicates that Kagiso Rabada, who missed the team's memorable win in Kolkata due to a rib injury, is still uncertain for the Guwahati Test

Can Congress Recover From Borah Exit?

Can Congress Recover From Borah Exit?

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Bhupen Borah's resignation and swift switch to the BJP has dealt the Congress a major setback in Assam just weeks before the Assembly elections.

Twin blow to Assam Cong: Bhupen Borah heads to BJP; MLA joins Raijor Dal

Twin blow to Assam Cong: Bhupen Borah heads to BJP; MLA joins Raijor Dal

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

In a significant development ahead of the assembly elections, former Assam Congress president Bhupen Borah is set to join the BJP, according to Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

Ravi Shastri Backs Abhishek Sharma to Overcome Lean Patch

Ravi Shastri Backs Abhishek Sharma to Overcome Lean Patch

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Ravi Shastri urges Abhishek Sharma to stay patient after back-to-back ducks in the T20 World Cup 2026, while hailing Ishan Kishan's match-winning knock vs Pakistan.

South Africa humiliate India in Guwahati; sweep series 2-0

South Africa humiliate India in Guwahati; sweep series 2-0

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Images from Day 5 of the second and final Test between India and South Africa, at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, on Wednesday.

Why Gill wants to play Guwahati Test despite injury

Why Gill wants to play Guwahati Test despite injury

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Shubman Gill might just want to be fit enough to bat, as even a half-fit skipper is seen as more effective than Sai Sudharsan, Abhimanyu Easwaran or Sarfaraz Khan.

Gill to travel to Guwahati but doubtful for 2nd Test

Gill to travel to Guwahati but doubtful for 2nd Test

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Captain Shubman Gill will travel with the Indian team to Guwahati for second Test against South Africa, starting on Saturday, but his participation is still not confirmed.

Gambhir visits Kamakhya Temple ahead of 3rd T20I

Gambhir visits Kamakhya Temple ahead of 3rd T20I

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Gambhir, who has been on a temple run since becoming India's Head Coach in 2024, also visited Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Temple on January 16.

Can vulnerable India avert a clean sweep in Guwahati?

Can vulnerable India avert a clean sweep in Guwahati?

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

For the first time in many years, India are going into a home Test match as underdogs and not favourites. Ask any player worth his salt and he would tell that it is not a happy place to be.

Mystery Guwahati track makes 2nd Test level-playing field

Mystery Guwahati track makes 2nd Test level-playing field

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

'We would like to believe and back ourselves to know these conditions or adapt to these conditions a lot faster even if we find them slightly different, as compared to, say, somebody who is brought up in Johannesburg and has played all his cricket at the Wanderers ground.'

Guwahati Test: How India missed chances and SA took control

Guwahati Test: How India missed chances and SA took control

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

On a surface offering little assistance for bowlers, South Africa's top order had frittered away starts but number seven Muthusamy marshalled a lower-order surge with a composed 109.

Why first-innings runs will be crucial in Guwahati

Why first-innings runs will be crucial in Guwahati

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

India's strategy of playing two fast bowlers, one pace bowling all-rounder, and three spinners could possibly come in handy on this surface.

Sonia Gandhi offered me CM post in 2014 but Rahul intervened: Himanta

Sonia Gandhi offered me CM post in 2014 but Rahul intervened: Himanta

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma claimed that Sonia Gandhi had asked him to decide on his swearing-in date as CM in 2014, but the situation changed after Rahul Gandhi intervened. Sarma, who later joined the BJP, believes the events led him to a better position to serve Assam and Sanatan dharma.

Assam CM Sarma files Rs 500 cr defamation case against Congress leaders

Assam CM Sarma files Rs 500 cr defamation case against Congress leaders

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has filed a Rs 500 crore defamation case against Congress leaders for alleging land grabbing by him and his family. The lawsuit follows a press conference where Congress leaders claimed Sarma possessed benami land.

Guwahati Test: How India Can Fight Back On Day 3

Guwahati Test: How India Can Fight Back On Day 3

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

Spin great Anil Kumble believes India can fight their way back into the second Test in Guwahati with a strong showing with the bat on the third and fourth days.