Gauhati University has launched a two-day programme, GUenARK 2026, to strengthen local enterprises and integrate them into the startup ecosystem. The initiative, led by the university’s Innovation, Incubation and Startup Cell, focuses on capacity building, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The event…
The Assam Civil Society has filed an FIR at Latasil police station against Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, alleging he made communal and provocative remarks targeting Bengali-origin Assamese Muslims. The complaint claims the statements, made between January 24 and 29,…
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated 67 modern school buildings and laid foundation stones for 62 more in Sonapur, involving an investment of ₹765 crore under the Rural Inter-Village Development Scheme. He said Assam will have over 4,000 high…
The Hailakandi district administration has begun a large-scale eviction drive to remove alleged encroachments from over 2,800 bighas of reserved forest land at Damcherra near the Mizoram border. The operation, running till February 4, has affected 516 families, with several…
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a ₹50 crore grant to preserve and develop the heritage of the Darrang kings, aiming to promote the Koch dynasty’s legacy as a major tourism centre. The announcement was made during the 516th…
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday said that 15 illegal Bangladeshi nationals were pushed back as part of the state’s crackdown on infiltration. Sharing the update on X, Sarma said the action reflects the government’s firm commitment to…
Raijor Dal president and MLA Akhil Gogoi on Sunday unveiled the party’s manifesto for the 2026 Assam Assembly elections, pledging a prosperous and secure Assam. Key promises include assured MSP for over 20 crops, support for small industries, a ₹5,000…
Marking the Assam Chief Minister’s birthday, the Guwahati Municipal Corporation conducted cleanliness drives and health camps across the city. Special cleaning programmes were held at Rupnagar locations, while a health camp for Safai Karmis and GMC staff was organised at…
Government employees’ organisations from across the Northeast on Sunday formed a joint platform to demand restoration of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS). The decision was taken at the North East Leaders’ Meet in Guwahati, attended by representatives from six northeastern…
The Detailed Project Report for upgrading the Baihata Chariali–Tezpur stretch of NH-15 to four lanes is at an advanced stage, according to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. The upgrade has been sought due to rising traffic and accident-prone…