The Red Ribbon Club of Dispur College, in association with ASACS and Brahma Kumaris, Guwahati, organised a district-level Youth Awareness Programme under the “Addiction-Free India” (Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan) initiative. The programme focused on substance abuse, mental health and HIV/AIDS…
Authorities have intensified an eviction and land-clearance drive on both banks of the Brahmaputra for the proposed new Saraighat Bridge. At Pandu, more than 500 houses have been identified, with nearly 300 families already evicted as the operation continues. The…
Assam has reported around 80–90 new COVID-19 cases in Upper Assam during July and August, with infections rising since late June. Health experts said the currently circulating RF.5 Omicron subvariant has so far caused mostly mild, flu-like symptoms, with no…
Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi has intensified his criticism of the Assam government, alleging delays and discrepancies in providing the promised ₹15,000 one-time relief to flood-affected families. He claimed that many victims who lost homes and belongings are still awaiting assistance…
Amid heightened tensions along the Assam-Meghalaya border, the vehicle of Meghalaya Chief Secretary Shakil P. Ahmed was reportedly stopped at Jorabat on Saturday and remained stranded for some time. The incident comes amid road blockades at Jorabat and Khanapara following…
Guwahati: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma held discussions on Thursday following the recent violence in Shillong and its impact on commuters and residents of both states. The two leaders agreed to work…
Shillong: The West Jaintia Hills district administration has banned the sale and distribution of petrol and diesel in loose quantities with immediate effect, citing public safety concerns amid the ongoing agitation. The restriction will remain in force until further orders…
Guwahati: Vehicular movement between Assam and Meghalaya remained disrupted for the second consecutive day on Friday as protesters at Jorabat continued to block vehicles bearing Meghalaya registration numbers. The agitation follows reported violence during a KSU rally in Shillong, with…
Jiribam, Manipur: A joint operation by Assam Rifles and Borobekra Police in Manipur's Jiribam district has resulted in the apprehension of six individuals and the seizure of narcotics estimated to be worth more than ₹27 crore. According to Assam Rifles,…
Guwahati: A speeding vehicle crashed into the Six Mile Flyover late Wednesday night, causing damage and prompting police to reach the spot. Eyewitnesses alleged that the driver had consumed alcohol, though this has not been officially confirmed. Police have launched…