One Dead, One Injured in Truck Collision at Lokhra Flyover
A moving truck rammed into a stationary truck at Lokhra flyover, Guwahati, killing a handyman and seriously injuring the driver. Rescue efforts and identity verification are underway.
Seven Cattle Thieves and Agent Nabbed by Biswanath Police
Biswanath Police, with Sootea PS, arrested seven cattle thieves and an agent following a secret tip-off. Two stolen cattle were recovered. The arrests came after public outrage over cattle thefts, particularly a recent theft of seven cattle from Khanaguri village…
CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Unveils Major School Infrastructure Plans at Golden Jubilee Event
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma attended the Golden Jubilee of Chandraprava Bora High School in Azara, Guwahati. He announced a ₹32,000 crore plan to build new infrastructure for 4,000 schools, starting with 500 schools. Sarma stressed improving Assamese-medium education, merging…
Gauhati University Shines in Times Higher Education World Rankings 2025
Gauhati University has entered the 1201–1500 band in the THE World University Rankings 2025 and ranks 48th among Indian institutions in Asia. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Nani Gopal Mahanta credited the achievement to bold reforms and collective efforts. GU’s recent milestones include…
Guwahati Residents Question GMC Over Poor Services Despite High Property Tax Collection
Despite paying over ₹82 crore in property taxes this year, Guwahati residents accuse the GMC of failing to deliver basic services. Poor drainage, irregular garbage collection, patchy street lighting, and water supply issues have sparked public outrage. Citizens demand accountability…
Kamrup (M) DC Orders Immediate Removal of Silt from Drains
The Kamrup (M) District Commissioner directed departments, agencies, and contractors to clear lifted silt from drains within two hours.
Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi Attacked by Masked Men in Dhing
Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi’s convoy was attacked by masked miscreants in Dhing after a poll meeting. Bordoloi blamed BJP supporters for the "planned attack" and vowed to continue campaigning. An FIR has been filed, and the damaged vehicles were taken…
Akhil Gogoi Apologizes for Communal Remark Amid Election Row
Raijor Dal chief Akhil Gogoi apologized for making a communal remark during a rally in Lakhimpur, admitting it was wrong and unintentional. He cited exhaustion from hectic campaigning and promised not to repeat such comments. Meanwhile, AAP filed complaints against…
BJP, AGP Clash at Gaon Panchayat Level in Bongaigaon Polls
Despite alliance at higher panchayat levels, BJP and AGP candidates are rivals in Bongaigaon's Gaon Panchayat polls. Voters blame AGP’s past governance failures, including poor infrastructure and scheme mismanagement. BJP candidates promise equal benefits and better delivery of government schemes,…
CPI(M) Protests Assam Poll Directive Threatening Voter Secrecy
The CPI(M) Assam unit submitted a memorandum to the State Election Commission opposing a new polling directive. They raised concerns over voters being asked to sign or thumbprint counterfoils with their serial numbers, claiming it breaches ballot secrecy. The party…