Guwahati: The Assam Government has announced that individuals practising polygamy will be barred from government welfare schemes, while government employees found involved in polygamy will face dismissal from service. The measures, announced in the 2026-27 State Budget, are aimed at…
Guwahati: The Assam Government has announced a target of creating 2 lakh public sector jobs over the next five years as part of the 2026-27 Budget. Along with government recruitment, the Budget focuses on skill development and employment opportunities in…
Guwahati: The Assam Government has announced financial support for a commercial feature film on legendary Ahom general Lachit Barphukan as part of the 2026-27 State Budget. The Budget also includes assistance for a film on freedom fighter Swahid Kushal Konwar…
Jagiroad: An unidentified man, believed to be around 50 years old, was found dead on the foot overbridge at Jagiroad Railway Station on Thursday morning, police said. The deceased was approximately 5 feet 4 inches tall, had grey hair, and…
Guwahati: Unidentified miscreants allegedly broke into the Purva Tirupati Sri Balaji Temple at Betkuchi and stole cash and valuables from donation boxes during the night. According to temple authorities, the accused reportedly disabled the CCTV system before targeting donation boxes…
Silchar: A Class VII girl was rescued by police after an alleged abduction case that has sparked concern in Silchar. The victim's family accused a man of luring the minor away after allegedly concealing his identity and promising marriage. The…
Jogighopa: Police have arrested Nazrul Islam for allegedly posing as a doctor and practising medicine without a recognised medical qualification or valid registration. According to police, the accused falsely claimed to hold postgraduate medical qualifications, prescribed allopathic medicines, and allegedly…
Dispur: The Assam Government has announced several major healthcare initiatives in the 2026–27 Budget, including plans to provide MBBS doctors at every sub-centre, establish a 50-bedded First Referral Unit in every Assembly constituency, and expand the state to 28 medical…
Dimapur: In a major boost to animal welfare efforts, three long-time dog meat wholesalers in Nagaland have permanently exited the trade, surrendering their remaining 18 dogs and adopting alternative livelihoods through a rehabilitation programme. Animal welfare organisations said the move…
Dispur: The Assam Government has announced an ambitious ₹77,000 crore investment plan to make the state power-surplus for the first time. Presenting the 2026–27 Budget, Finance Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah outlined major investments in thermal, hydro, solar, pumped storage and power…