Abdul Rafik, a driver involved in illegal mining activities, was electrocuted to death early Friday morning in Chalchali - Jalah near Barhampur, Assam. The incident occurred when his dumper, registered as AS02CC 7834, contacted a high voltage power line while…
Debabrata Saikia, Leader of Opposition in the Assam Legislative Assembly, has called for intervention from the Chief Secretary and the DGP of Assam regarding the alleged construction of houses by people from Nagaland on Assam land in Seujpur village, Sivasagar…
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Assam and other northeastern states, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall. Assam and Meghalaya are expected to experience heavy rainfall on May 27 and 28, 2024. Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram,…
In a tragic incident, a youth named Amarjyoti from the No. 2 Commando Battalion in Birsara, Hailakandi district, Assam, died after his mobile phone exploded. The incident occurred on Thursday night at a temporary barrack in Dwarbond while Amarjyoti was…
Amid concerns about global warming, popular Assamese playback singer Zubeen Garg expressed a preference for plants over the traditional Gamusa, a significant cultural symbol of Assam. At a function organized by ‘Unite Club’ in Pathsala's Kenduguri area, a child offered…
A shocking incident has emerged involving a woman who passed the Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) exam and left her husband, Rekib Ahmed, under the pretext of training. She absconded with gold worth Rs 3.50 lakh and Rs 2 lakh…
Stay Healthy: Get Screened for Fatty Liver Disease The North-East Digestive & Liver Foundation is dedicated to promoting liver health and preventing liver diseases. To further this cause, they are organizing a special awareness event titled "Run for Your Liver"…
Amid heatwave-like conditions in Assam, districts including Kamrup (Metro) have altered school timings to safeguard students' health. Authorities issued directives for ringing the water bell and holding morning assemblies indoors to prevent heat-related health issues. Lakhimpur district rescheduled school timings…
A group of four intoxicated youths brutally assaulted Rapido driver Dwipjyoti Thakuria near Ganeshguri bus stand late at night. Refusing to hand over Rs 200, they viciously beat him with bricks and helmets, leaving him severely injured. The assault escalated…
A significant fire erupted at a fast food joint named 'Payel' in Tingkhong, Assam, suspected to have started from an electrical short-circuit. The blaze spread to two adjacent businesses, causing substantial damage. Locals promptly alerted emergency services, and with their…