Massive Codeine Cough Syrup Haul Seized at ISBT
Police at ISBT seized 3,775 bottles of Codeine Cough Syrup from a bus from Siliguri. The driver falsely claimed the cartons contained ghee. Three bus staff and an auto driver were arrested.
ASDMA Hosts Workshop on Climate Change and Media Role
On its foundation day, ASDMA held a workshop in Guwahati on “Climate Change and the Role of Media.” Revenue Minister Keshab Mahanta and other dignitaries attended. ASDMA also launched awareness programs, film festivals, and community radio shows. Experts discussed media’s…
Police Crack Shaleha Begum Death Case, Three Held
Fatasil Ambari police arrested three men, including Shaleha Begum’s husband, Khairul Islam, over her suspected murder. Shaleha’s body was found in a car in Goalpara. CCTV footage showed the trio forcibly taking her from her home in Guwahati. An investigation…
Guwahati to Host First Test Match and Women’s World Cup Game
BCCI’s Devajit Saikia announced that Guwahati will host its first-ever Test match between India and South Africa on November 22. The city will also be a venue for the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup, marking a historic cricket milestone for…
Middleman Caught Selling Medical Supplies Illegally at Silchar Medical College
A middleman, Yadam Tanti, was caught selling medical supplies at inflated prices near the dialysis unit of Silchar Medical College. Deputy Superintendent Rituraj Thakuria apprehended Tanti, who later confessed to illegal sales for months and named others involved. Hospital authorities…
CNCI Renews Demand for Chakma Language Recognition in Mizoram
The Chakma National Council of India (CNCI) has again urged Mizoram’s government to officially recognize the Chakma language. Following a conference in Kamalanagar, CNCI criticized the mislabeling of Chakmas as Bengalis and pledged to fight for linguistic and cultural rights…
IMD Issues Orange Alert for Assam, Meghalaya Over Storm Threat
IMD has issued an orange alert for Assam and Meghalaya, warning of thunderstorms, gusty winds, lightning, and hailstorms on March 23. Heavy rain is expected in districts like Dhubri, Goalpara, and Kokrajhar. Similar warnings are issued for Arunachal Pradesh on…
Congress Threatens Legal Action Over Panchayat Poll Delay
Assam Congress warned it will move the High Court if panchayat election dates aren't announced by April 5. APCC chief Bhupen Borah called the delay undemocratic and accused the BJP of weakening Opposition unity. Congress also alleged threats against its…
Water Supply Disruption in Guwahati on March 23–24
Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC) announced a water supply disruption on March 23–24 due to High Tension pole replacement at the Panbazar Water Treatment Plant. The work, handled by APDCL, will take about 48 hours. Affected areas include Panbazar, Fancy Bazar,…
Three Youths Arrested for Dangerous Car Stunt in Guwahati
Guwahati police arrested three youths—Raj Malakar, Fardin Firoz, and Kavya Pallov Baruah—for performing a risky stunt atop a moving car on a city highway. Their actions, caught in a viral video, drew public outrage. The car (AS01 EW3156), registered under…