Over 6,000 Absences on First Day of HSLC Exams 2025
On February 15, 2025, the HSLC exams began with 422,679 candidates attending the first day's English exam. Education Minister Ranoj Pegu reported 6,756 absentees and 14 expulsions.
Fire Guts 15 Shops in Williamnagar Market, No Casualties Reported
A major fire broke out in Williamnagar market, East Garo Hills, on Saturday, destroying over 15 shops. The fire, which originated from two points, was extinguished by 3:00 AM. No casualties or injuries were reported. Authorities are investigating the cause,…
Police Seize Illegal Cigarette Consignment and Kerosene in Guwahati
Basistha Police intercepted a truck at Balughat on February 15, seizing 20 cartons of illegal Gold Flake cigarettes. The driver, Idrish Ali, and handyman, Shahkamal Ali, were detained for failing to provide legal documents. In a separate raid at Bamunimaidam…
Jorhat MP Gaurav Gogoi Accuses BJP of False Propaganda Over ISI Allegations
Jorhat MP Gaurav Gogoi alleged that BJP is targeting him and his family with false ISI links ahead of elections. He accused the ruling party of spreading propaganda to weaken Congress. Gogoi also pointed out that BJP’s Dhruv Saxena was…
Assam Govt Advances Clause 6 Implementation with Key Reforms
The Assam government, in discussion with AASU, has taken significant steps to implement Clause 6 of the Assam Accord. A high-level meeting chaired by CM Himanta Biswa Sarma focused on land rights, language policies, and cultural protection. Key decisions include…
Man Kills Wife in Guwahati, Surrenders to Police
A shocking murder took place in Guwahati’s Ulubari on Sunday, where Rubul Sarma killed his wife with an iron rod over suspicions of an extramarital affair. He later surrendered at Paltan Bazar Police Station. The couple had a two-year-old daughter,…
Assam Govt to Address Tea Industry Issues in Upcoming Budget
Minister Kaushik Rai assured that the March 10 state budget will bring positive updates for Assam’s tea industry. Speaking at the 124th SVBITA AGM, he highlighted efforts to resolve the power crisis in tea gardens by 2027. Industry experts raised…
Assam CM Distributes Appointment Letters, Stresses Transparent Recruitment
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma distributed appointment letters to 564 CCE 2023 candidates on Sunday, reinforcing the state’s commitment to transparent recruitment. Speaking at Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra, he emphasized merit-based selection, rejecting nepotism and bribery. Sarma highlighted ongoing efforts…
Aaranyak Conducts Rhino Monitoring Training at Pobitora WLS
Aaranyak organized a two-day Rhino Monitoring Training Programme at Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary from February 6 to 8, enhancing conservation efforts. Supported by IUCN (CAG), the training equipped 60 forest staff with skills to track and identify rhinos using scientific methods…
One Killed, Two Injured in Sivasagar Road Accident
A speeding motorcycle fatally hit pedestrian Chandra Kalita (55) in Mishajan, Sivasagar. The two riders, Munna Bora and Piku Bora, sustained serious injuries and were rushed to Sivasagar Civil Hospital. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation.