The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is strengthening its base in Assam ahead of the upcoming panchayat elections. Rajesh Sharma, AAP’s northeastern in-charge, said the party is focused on expanding its organization and increasing its membership, especially in rural areas. AAP…
Four members of the Assam Police Special Task Force (STF), including IGP Partha Sarathi Mahanta, received the 'Kendriya Grihamantri Dakshata Padak' from the Union Ministry of Home Affairs for their exceptional work in tackling serious criminal issues from March 21,…
A woman named Kunja Pegu was electrocuted in Majuli, Assam, after touching a broken live wire in her courtyard late Wednesday night while checking on cattle. Her husband and two sons were also injured in the incident. Locals reported that…
In a letter to the Chief Minister, Saikia criticized the BJP government's creation of co-districts, stating it could lead to the closure of 160 revenue circle offices and 223 ICDS centers. He urged a review of the decision, citing concerns…
A tragic road accident on NH-15 near Saktola bridge, Mangaldai, claimed the lives of Mathura Nath Deka and his daughter Nandita Deka on Diwali eve. The incident has saddened the local community.
Twelve cattle were stolen from farmers in Debpur, Sonapur, and Bhekelai villages near Demow. While Demow Police seized a vehicle used in the theft, the thieves escaped. Farmers, who rely on cattle for their livelihood, suspect a cattle syndicate at…
The Assam government has shifted administrative control of 12 villages from Pachim Mayong Gaon Panchayat in Morigaon district to Kamrup Metropolitan District. This transfer affects villages like Kajali Chouki and Gobardhan Grant. The change is for administrative purposes only and…
Assam has begun a Rs 1,200 crore initiative to improve power transmission, focusing on rural areas. In 2024, over 12,000 km of old low-tension lines were replaced with safer conductors, and 250 km of new 11 kV lines were added…
A tragic accident occurred in Guwahati's Khanapara area during Diwali, when two Scorpio vehicles collided, killing a man and a woman. Another person was injured and is receiving treatment at GMCH. Authorities are investigating the incident.
A fire broke out in a cotton warehouse on Bhuiya Lane, Janiganj, Silchar, on Diwali evening, likely caused by a stray firecracker. The blaze spread quickly due to the area's narrow, congested lanes and highly flammable materials. Several fire engines…