A lightning strike at Nahar Dunga Model Hospital in Golaghat on Monday damaged key equipment, including the X-ray machine and transformer. An Asoka tree split, a goat died, and hospital staff were left shaken.
Two men fishing in the Kalyani River at Kanaighat, Numaligarh, caught a motorcycle instead of fish on Thursday evening. The bike, missing a number plate, was recovered by police. Its origin remains unknown, and an investigation is underway.
The road between Railway Gate No. 9 and the Sluice Gate in Bharalumukh has been closed for 4–5 months due to flyover construction. Deep excavation and heavy machinery prompted the closure for public safety. Traffic is diverted via Gate No…
Guwahati Police have arrested four individuals linked to banned insurgent groups ULFA-I and NSCN for alleged extortion in Assam. Three were caught near the Assam–Meghalaya border, while one was held in Baksa. They reportedly issued threats to businessmen and are…
The Assam BJP welcomed the Union Cabinet’s decision to include caste enumeration in the 2025 Census. State BJP President Dilip Saikia said the move strengthens social justice and enables data-driven policies for marginalized communities. He also praised the Centre's approval…
Elephant safari at Orang National Park will remain closed from May 1, 2025, for the 2025-2026 tourist season. However, Gypsy safari will continue until May 15, weather permitting, as confirmed by the Divisional Forest Officer.
Wanted dacoit Ranesh Daimary, alias Raju, died at GMCH after being shot during a police operation. Police say he tried to fire at officers while recovering a hidden pistol in Chachal. His wife claims he was at a wedding in…
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma resigned from the Gauhati High Court Bar Association, citing conflict with the Bar’s stance on shifting the court premises to Rang Mahal. Sarma defended the move, saying it was recommended by a high-power committee and…
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a ₹300 reduction in domestic LPG prices, lowering the cost from ₹950 to ₹650. The move aims to ease household expenses. The new rate will be implemented soon. This comes after the Centre hiked…
Mukha Basumatary, previously arrested for raping a minor girl under POCSO, has been re-arrested for allegedly murdering her in Runikhat, Assam, after being released on bail. The incident has triggered community outrage and raised concerns about bail enforcement in crimes…