The Election Commission will launch the first phase of its Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls next week, starting with 10–15 states, including Assam, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Puducherry, and West Bengal. The drive aims to remove illegal foreign migrants…
Guwahati Traffic Police announced traffic curbs from 11 am on October 27 to 11 am on October 28 for Chhath Puja. Entry of heavy vehicles into the city is banned, and only vehicles carrying devotees or Puja items will be…
Bornali Baishya, owner of Shristi Wellness Home in Guwahati, was arrested after the Assam Rehab Association filed a complaint alleging physical assault on patients. Police have launched an investigation, with several victims giving statements. The case highlights the urgent need…
The Assam BJP accused the Congress of exploiting public emotions over Zubeen Garg’s death for political gain ahead of the 2026 polls. Party spokesperson Brajen Mahanta said Congress has lost relevance and is using Assam’s beloved artist for electoral benefit…
Police recovered an unidentified woman’s body wrapped in a mattress from a rented house in Lakhimi Nagar, Hatigaon. Drugs worth ₹1.47 lakh and several containers were seized. The accused, Nayan Das alias Rohan Kashyap, has been arrested. Police suspect a…
The Assam Chah Mazdoor Sangha (ACMS) has given the state government till November 25 to act on promises of ST status, land pattas, and wage revision. Union leaders warned of statewide protests if demands remain unmet. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa…
AASU in Dhemaji has reiterated its opposition to the Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project, warning of threats to downstream communities. Member Dipak Sarma accused the government of ignoring scientific advice and endangering lives. The 2,000 MW project at Gerukamukh has begun…
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that visiting hours at Zubeen Khetra in Sonapur will now extend till 11 pm. The decision follows public requests after earlier restrictions drew criticism from AASU and others. Sarma said visitors must follow the…
A team from IIT Guwahati won first prize at the international 24 Hours Contest 2025 by Toon Boom Animation, defeating 764 teams from 35 countries. Guided by Dr. Mriganka Madhukaillya, students Arin Bandyopadhyay, Aditya Ravi Pawar, Aseel Pasha, and S…
Around 20 ULFA(I) militants reportedly entered India from Myanmar, splitting into two groups. One group attacked an army camp in Kakopathar, leading to a firefight that killed cadre Abhikeswar Moran. Security along the Assam–Arunachal border has been tightened as 10…