The Assam government marked Martyrs' Day to honor Assam movement martyrs, but the All Assam Students' Union (AASU) criticized the event, accusing the government of neglecting the Assam Accord's implementation. AASU president Utpal Sarma stated that without fulfilling the Accord's…
The Gauhati High Court set aside a single bench's refusal to direct the Assam government to address the cases of six candidates selected for civil services despite doubts over their qualification in the 2018 CCE prelims. Controversies arose due to…
The STF apprehended three individuals in connection with a fake currency case in Tegheria, under Khetri Police Station. The accused, Mofidul Islam (29), Nurjamal Islam (20), and Abdul Kalam (30), were found with a Swift Dzire car (AS 01 EP…
The Labour Ministry is upgrading IT systems to allow EPFO subscribers to withdraw funds directly from ATMs by January 2025. Labour Secretary Sumita Dawra emphasized the initiative’s aim to simplify processes and improve ease of living. The Ministry is also…
Mojibur Rahman was arrested in Rupahihat for allegedly selling beef at a temporary hotel in the weekly market. Acting on a tip-off, police conducted a raid and apprehended him. This marks the first arrest under Assam's ban on selling beef…
Manas National Park, located in Assam's Baksa district along the Bhutan border, has reported ₹33 lakh in revenue over two months, driven by an influx of 9,000 domestic and international tourists. The park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, regained its…
A raid at New Star Beauty & Spa Salon in Ulubari, Guwahati, led to the seizure of 7 vials of suspected heroin (9.28 grams) and 9 wraps of ganja (81.05 grams). Three individuals—Saleha Khatun (21), Trisha Das (23), and Munni…
Jayanta Mallabaruah, the new DoHUA minister, held an introductory meeting at Janata Bhawan to review key state projects. Commissioner Kavita Padmanabhan presented an update on ongoing works. The minister emphasized timely execution, streamlined processes, and aligning efforts with Chief Minister…
The body of Vishal Ram, a painter, was found near B Borooah Cancer Institute with injury marks, tied hands, and a cloth around the neck. Police sent the body for a post-mortem at GMCH, while CID fingerprint experts collected evidence…
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International (LGBI) Airport in Guwahati has introduced a daily direct flight to Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The inaugural flight was celebrated with a cake-cutting ceremony and passenger activities. This new service, the longest route from Guwahati, aims to boost…