The shooting of Barood-2, directed by Manas Baruah, is underway in Jorhat, continuing the legacy of the 2004 film. The project retains the creative influence of Zubeen Garg, though he could not be directly involved. His wife, Garima Saikia Garg,…
Assam BJP president Dilip Saikia rejected allegations of EVM tampering and strongroom security concerns, calling them a sign of the opposition’s “acceptance of defeat.” He questioned the opposition’s claims of forming the government and accused them of spreading “fake narratives.”…
Heavy rainfall in Silchar has triggered waterlogging in areas like Bilpar, Radhamadhab Road, and Link Road, highlighting weaknesses in drainage and flood control systems. Road conditions have worsened, especially near the SMCH stretch. BJP leader Rajdeep Roy inspected vulnerable embankments…
The Assam government has issued new directions for strict implementation of the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026 across the state. Under the guidelines, District Commissioners will conduct regular audits and reviews, while all local bodies must ensure 100 per cent…
The Kamrup (Metro) district administration in Guwahati has imposed strict restrictions around the Maniram Dewan Trade Centre ahead of vote counting on May 4. District Magistrate Swapneel Paul banned crackers, victory processions, sloganeering and celebratory gatherings within a 200-metre radius…
The Northeast Frontier Railway has signed an MoU with Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati to develop an advanced railway safety and monitoring system. The new plug-and-play technology will use GPS, sensors and smart cameras to monitor train movement and track…
Ahead of vote counting for the 2026 Assam Assembly elections on May 4, both the BJP-led NDA and the Congress-led Opposition alliance have expressed confidence about forming the next government. BJP spokesperson Kishore Upadhyay claimed the NDA would secure a…
Security arrangements have been fully prepared for vote counting on May 4 in Assam, according to Director General of Police Harmeet Singh. He said Central Armed Police Forces have been deployed inside counting halls, while State Armed Police personnel are…
A new documentary titled Bhupen Da Uncut offers a rare and intimate look into the life of legendary Assamese musician Bhupen Hazarika through candid footage recorded 27 years ago. Created by filmmaker Bobbeeta Sharma, the film features raw, unscripted conversations…
A 32-year-old migrant worker from Lakhimpur district in Assam, identified as Sanjoy Bhowmik, was found dead at his workplace in Bengaluru on May 1. Bhowmik, who worked as a machine operator at SB Industries, was discovered near a machine inside…