Guwahati: The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) recorded 0.957 million tonnes (MT) of freight loading in August 2026, up 4.5% from 0.916 MT during the same month last year. From April to August, cumulative loading reached 5.09 MT, registering 6.5% growth…
Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the state has introduced several measures to strengthen child protection, including the notification of the State Child Protection Policy and Juvenile Justice (JJ) Rules, 2026. The government has also made staff screening…
Guwahati: Ramanuj Goswami has reportedly made several claims during police interrogation in connection with the death of his wife, Riya Talukdar Goswami. According to the reported interrogation, he alleged that Riya was aware of his HIV status before their marriage…
Cachar: Security forces have seized more than 3.8 lakh suspected methamphetamine tablets valued at over ₹68 crore in two separate anti-narcotics operations in Cachar district, arresting two alleged drug peddlers. In the first operation, Assam Rifles, Assam Police and Customs…
Guwahati: The Gauhati High Court on Wednesday deferred the hearing on the bail petitions filed by Sandipon Garg and Amritprabha Mahanta, two accused in the Zubeen Garg death case, granting them no immediate relief. Justice Mitali Thakuria fixed September 17…
Guwahati: Increasing traffic congestion and alleged violations of road rules have raised concerns among commuters, with questions being raised over lane discipline, unauthorised U-turns, signal violations and roadside parking across the city. Residents have also questioned whether traffic rules are…
Guwahati: The All Assam Students’ Union (AASU) has demanded a swift and impartial investigation into the alleged killing of Manipuri music teacher Chongtham Vikram Singh in New Delhi. AASU president Utpal Sarma expressed concern over the safety of people from…
Guwahati: The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has extended the operation of two special train services to meet the expected passenger rush during the upcoming festival season. The Anand Vihar Terminal–Jogbani–Anand Vihar Terminal Festival Special will make five additional trips between…
Silchar: The Assam government has directed authorities to complete urgent repairs of damaged roads across Barak Valley before Durga Puja, following instructions from Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. A review meeting chaired by Barak Valley Development Minister Krishnendu Paul assessed…
Guwahati: IndiGo is set to introduce direct flights between Guwahati and Bangkok from October 2026, providing travellers from the Northeast with a new non-stop international connection. The service will operate twice a week on Wednesdays and Saturdays. A special inaugural…