Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma warned against giving shelter to evicted persons, saying it could reverse progress made through eviction drives. He claimed over 29 lakh bighas remain encroached and reiterated the government's commitment to reclaiming land to protect the…
A 75-year-old Hindi tribute book on Gopinath Bordoloi, originally published in 1952, has now been released in Assamese as Bharat Ratna Gopinath Bardoloi. The book features tributes from leaders like Dr Rajendra Prasad, Sardar Patel, and others. Released on August…
Over 3,000 people from All Assam Tribal Sangha and seven tribal groups blocked NH-315 in Jagun, protesting the Assam Cabinet’s decision to grant land rights to six additional communities in the Tirap Tribal Belt. Protesters warned of intensified agitation, claiming…
An AIUDF delegation met Assam IGP Akhilesh Singh, alleging harassment of Miya community members in Sivasagar, Jorhat, and Golaghat. The party demanded police intervention and relief for victims. They also raised concerns over vigilante groups, communal tensions, and border issues…
Kiran Gogoi, a drilling in-charge with Oil India Limited, died after a heavy pipe fell on him at a rig in Naharkatia. The rig, operated by Asian Drilling Tech, reportedly had outdated equipment. Locals and workers blamed negligence and poor…
Opposition leader Debabrata Saikia has urged the Union government to address Assam’s downstream concerns before proceeding with the Dibang Valley Hydroelectric Project in Arunachal Pradesh. In a letter to the Union Power Minister, he warned of potential ecological and social…
Police in Dibrugarh arrested a woman, her minor daughter, and two others for the alleged murder of Uttam Gogoi at his Lahon Gaon residence. The daughter, a Class 9 student, reportedly confessed. Police revealed it was a pre-planned murder involving…
Guwahati Municipal Corporation has begun a citywide eviction drive targeting unauthorized vendors and food stalls ahead of August 15. The move aims to enhance security and ease public movement. Vendors must close by 10 PM and dismantle setups nightly. Mobile…
Sivasagar district administration has launched a major cleanliness and beautification campaign at key heritage sites, including Rang Ghar, temples, parks, and Borpukhuri. The initiative aims to restore the charm of Ahom-era landmarks, promote tourism, and boost local pride. Illumination and…
The Assam Government has discharged 12 APS probationers involved in the APSC cash-for-job scam, following a Gauhati High Court directive. Their earlier discharge orders from 2018–19 were reissued on July 29, 2025. The officers were found unfit for confirmation in…