The Assam BJP has backed the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the State. BJP State president Dilip Saikia said the matter would be discussed with NDA allies after the new government assumes office on May 12. Saikia…
A NITI Aayog report has revealed that Assam has made major progress in school infrastructure over the past decade, with sharp improvements in electricity, toilets, computers and internet connectivity in schools. Electricity coverage in schools increased from 20.1% to 88.8%,…
Nagaon Police have arrested three more accused in connection with the Morikolong dacoity case that led to the death of a woman injured during the robbery. The arrested persons were identified as Rajibur Rehman, Rejak Ali and Nur Hussain Ali…
Dibrugarh Police have arrested three persons for allegedly running an extortion racket in the name of banned outfit ULFA(I) and demanding Rs 60 lakh from a doctor in Moran. The accused were identified as Krishna Moni Chetia, Jintu Gogoi, and…
Narendra Modi will visit Guwahati on May 12 to attend the oath-taking ceremony of the new Assam Government, prompting city police to issue a traffic advisory. Traffic restrictions will remain in force from 9 am to 2 pm across several…
Assam Rifles successfully secured the safe release of an abducted Tangkhul woman, Olina Ningshen, in Manipur’s Kamjong district near the Indo-Myanmar border on May 9, 2026. The woman was allegedly abducted by KNA(B) and VVEZ cadres from Namlee village. Assam…
Employees of State Bank of India have announced a two-day nationwide strike on May 25 and 26, demanding resolution of issues related to staffing, security and working conditions. The employees’ association is seeking immediate recruitment for messenger posts, deployment of…
The Assam government informed the Gauhati High Court that no trees will be felled for the proposed Guwahati Ring Road project at present. The statement came during the hearing of a PIL raising environmental concerns over the 121-km ring road…
The NDA alliance in Assam is set to stake claim to form the new government, with caretaker Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expected to be chosen as the leader once again. BJP national president J. P. Nadda arrived in Assam…
A critically endangered gharial was recently spotted in the Burhapahar Range of Kaziranga National Park, creating excitement among wildlife enthusiasts and conservationists. The rare reptile was seen during an early morning safari near Dipholu Camp and was captured on camera…