From dawn, groups of people arrived towards Manik Mia Avenue, quickly filling the area outside the Parliament complex. Many draped themselves in the national flag, while others shouted demands for accountability over Hadi’s killing.

PM Modi accused the Congress of repeatedly compromising Assam’s identity, both before and after Independence.

Shubman Gill’s omission from India T20I World Cup squad has come as a surprise to many. The decision to drop the vice-captain from the squad was taken only a few days back and it suits everyone. Captain SKY doesn’t have a high-profile player breathing down his neck, coach Gambhir will not be accused of favouritism and chief selector Ajit Agarkar has managed to reward a domestic performer.