The trial in the alleged murder and criminal conspiracy case related to the death of Assamese music icon Zubeen Garg entered a crucial phase on Sunday as witness examination began in a Special Fast-Track Court in Assam. Four witnesses have…
A major fire broke out at Sivasthan Market in Samaguri late on Saturday night, destroying five shops and causing losses estimated at ₹50–60 lakh. Locals said the blaze erupted shortly after earthquake tremors were felt in the area, with many…
State BJP president and Darrang-Udalguri MP Dilip Saikia urged newly elected BJP MLAs and party workers to remain humble and avoid arrogance despite the party’s historic victory in the Assam Assembly elections. Addressing a felicitation programme in Mangaldai, he highlighted…
The Assam BJP has welcomed the State Cabinet's decision to establish the State Capital Region Development Authority, Dibrugarh (SCRDA-D), calling it a major step towards developing Dibrugarh as Assam's second capital. The party also congratulated Prasanta Phukan on being given…
The Kamrup (Metro) district administration has intensified preparations for the annual Ambubachi Mela at Kamakhya Dham, with plans in place to ensure a smooth and safe experience for devotees. District Commissioner Swapneel Paul said temporary accommodation camps will be set…
The National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) has terminated the contracts of Sadguru Engineers & Allied Services Pvt. Ltd. for two packages of the Jorhat-Jhanji four-lane highway project due to persistent delays and alleged breaches of contract. The…
The Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) held a key meeting in Guwahati on Sunday to discuss preparations for the upcoming Nagaon Lok Sabha bypoll, organisational reforms and the party’s future strategy. APCC president Gaurav Gogoi said the party is strengthening…
Assam recorded a significant rise in juvenile crime cases in 2024, with 206 cases registered under the IPC/BNS and Special and Local Laws (SLL), compared to 140 cases in 2023, according to Ministry of Home Affairs data. A total of…
A recent bird survey in Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve recorded 30 species of raptors with 217 individual sightings and six species of storks with 266 sightings, highlighting the park's rich avian diversity. Conducted between February and March 2026,…
A commando jawan, identified as Sanatan Das of Sarbhog, was found dead inside the Commando Battalion camp at Kanu Tea Estate in Charaideo district on Saturday. Police recovered the body and sent it for post-mortem examination. According to colleagues, nothing…