Chachal, Guwahati witnessed three protests on Tuesday. KMSS and SMSS opposed CAA and demanded Article 371 for Assamese identity protection. AKRSU sought ST status, Kamatapur state, and Koch-Rajbongshi rights. Meanwhile, the HMC demanded job regularisation, fair wages, and facilities for…
Raijor Dal chief Akhil Gogoi said CM Himanta Biswa Sarma’s September 10 “expose” on APCC president Gaurav Gogoi will be decisive. He stated either Gaurav Gogoi faces jail or the CM resigns if proven wrong. The CM has alleged Gogoi’s…
Severe riverbank erosion by the Brahmaputra has devastated Biswanath Ghat, destroying farmland, homes, and heritage sites, leaving nearly 5,000 villagers affected. The river police station, temples, and cultural landmarks face imminent danger. Residents have urged immediate government action and embankment…
Dr. Kanteshwar Bordoloi, senior gynaecologist at Morigaon Civil Hospital, faces a probe after performing 21 emergency caesarean operations within 10 hours. The health department flagged concerns over sterilisation, documentation, and patient safety, seeking his explanation. Dr. Bordoloi defended his actions,…
Ahead of the 2026 Assam Assembly polls, three prominent leaders—ex-MLAs Binanda Saikia, Satyabrat Kalita, and Dr. Mansing Rongpi—quit BJP-AGP and joined the Congress in New Delhi. APCC president Gaurav Gogoi termed their entry a setback for the ruling BJP-AGP, alleging…
Kokrajhar police arrested Anisur Rahman, alias ‘Munna Bhai MBBS,’ for using a fake MBBS degree to secure a health service job. He was caught in Titaguri and later confirmed to hold only a Homeopathy degree. A case has been registered…
Cotton University celebrated Dr. Bhupen Hazarika’s birth anniversary with a special programme ‘Geet Aru Kotharey’ under its centenary events. Dr. Sankar Patowary delivered a talk on Hazarika’s legacy and sang his creations. The event featured tributes, cultural performances, and was…
Dispur Police seized 355g heroin worth ₹1.8 crore from Rajesh Yumnam of Manipur after intercepting a car at Chachal. In another operation, they arrested 18-year-old Jyotish Das at Khanapara with 5 kg ganja. Legal action has been initiated.
Assam Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah chaired a review meeting on GMC’s developmental works and revenue generation. He stressed efficiency and better civic services for Guwahati residents. Deputy Mayor Smita Roy, GMC Commissioner Dr. M.S. Lakshmipriya, and senior officials attended the…
The Kamrup (M) Sessions Court granted bail to Assamese actress Nandinee Kashyap, arrested over a July 25 hit-and-run in Kahilipara that killed 21-year-old Samiul Haque. She was held on July 30 after her car fatally struck the student. Her earlier…