Despite widespread damage from rains and storms since May 30, APDCL Nagaon restored power within 24 hours, thanks to efficient leadership and dedicated staff. Areas like Dhing, Juria, Raha, Samaguri, and others were affected, but under the guidance of CEO…
Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi assumed charge as Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president on Tuesday, ahead of the 2026 Assembly polls. With the slogan “eibar juj hobo” (this time, there will be a contest), he urged party workers to unite…
Jorhat district administration, with police and CRPF, conducted an eviction drive on Kabaristan Road Tuesday, demolishing structures built on government land. The action targeted Azad Chowdhury, accused of illegal occupation. Officials claimed legal notices were served since 2016. Chowdhury denied…
The Assam government has allocated ₹4.55 crore for the smooth conduct of the Ambubachi Mela from June 22–26 at Kamakhya Temple. Tourism Minister Ranjeet Kumar Dass said preparations are underway, with meetings held involving 24 departments. Special arrangements will be…
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma dismissed Pakistan's claims about a China-induced Brahmaputra threat, calling it a “manufactured narrative.” He said 65–70% of the river’s flow comes from rainfall in Northeast India, not from Tibet. Sarma added that Brahmaputra grows in…
Assam and Meghalaya will jointly conduct satellite mapping of Guwahati and nearby areas to address severe waterlogging issues. NESAC will carry out the mapping, and IIT-Roorkee will analyze the data to suggest long-term solutions. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma highlighted…
Assam and Meghalaya will install border pillars in five of six agreed disputed areas by August 15, as announced by Chief Ministers Himanta Biswa Sarma and Conrad Sangma. The move follows their 2022 agreement to resolve boundary disputes in six…
The Assam government has filed a case against Wazahat Khan Qadri Rashidi of Kolkata for allegedly making derogatory comments about Hindu deities, including Goddess Kamakhya. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma confirmed the development and said Assam has sought West Bengal’s…
CM Himanta Biswa Sarma laid the foundation for a ₹25 lakh Monikut at Maa Durga Temple, Garal Taluk. The state-funded project aims to enhance the temple’s spiritual and cultural appeal.
AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal criticized the BJP-led state and central governments for failing to tackle Assam’s flood crisis. He demanded a white paper detailing actions taken in the past 15 years. Ajmal blamed poor planning and misuse of funds, highlighting…