On International Tiger Day, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said Assam now has the world’s third-highest tiger density due to expanded reserves and anti-encroachment efforts. Forest Minister Patowary highlighted success through anti-poaching, habitat restoration, and community involvement. However, tiger deaths and…
Over 800 Assam government services are now available online, mainly in revenue and transport sectors. This shift has reduced public visits to offices and improved file tracking and clearance. Janata Bhawan and DC offices are fully digitized. Biometrics and direct…
Assam government began a major eviction drive Tuesday in Rengma forest, Uriamghat (Golaghat), clearing over 11,000 bighas of alleged encroached land. Around 150 bulldozers targeted 12 villages, with 700+ security personnel deployed. Officials said notices were served to 1,500 families;…
Banned outfit ULFA(I) released photos of drone wreckage from a July 13 attack on its camps, claiming Indian Army used Polish-made Warmate loitering munitions carrying thermobaric bombs. Two ULFA(I) bases were destroyed, killing and injuring several cadres. The group identified…
Deshbhakti Divas was observed at Janata Bhawan, organized by DIPR Assam, to honour Tarun Ram Phukan. Chief guest Education Minister Dr. Ranoj Pegu highlighted Phukan’s sacrifices and stressed patriotism as civic duty. A quiz competition with 348 teams was held…
The President of India has appointed Pranjal Das, Sanjeev Kumar Sharma, Anjan Moni Kalita, and Rajesh Mazumdar as Additional Judges of the Gauhati High Court. The move, approved in consultation with the Chief Justice of India, aims to enhance judicial…
The Forest Department has served 30-day eviction notices to residents of Cheragi Reserved Forest in Sribhumi, terming them illegal settlers. Authorities warned of forceful removal if they fail to vacate. This is the first eviction notice in Barak Valley amid…
Guwahati is experiencing an unusually harsh summer with soaring heat and reduced rainfall, sparking concern among residents. Locals blame unplanned urbanization and deforestation for the worsening climate. Experts warn of rising temperatures due to vanishing green cover and unchecked construction…
As of June 30, 2025, 5,34,246 cases remain pending in subordinate courts under the Gauhati High Court in Assam. In June alone, 30,245 new cases were filed and 27,501 disposed of. Of the pending cases, 1,08,930 are civil and 4,25,316…
A Congress meeting in Nilambazar turned violent Sunday night as clashes broke out between veteran members and new entrants, mostly ex-AGP workers. The scuffle, reportedly over panchayat ticket distribution, forced senior leaders to flee. Several party workers were injured and…