The Assam government has launched a survey to identify non-indigenous settlers on forest lands around Guwahati, excluding revenue lands and indigenous communities. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma clarified the move is not religion-based but targets demographic disruption. He also hinted at…
Congress leader Girish Barua has opposed the inclusion of 1,799 Bongaigaon Assembly voters in the Kajalgaon BTC constituency. He pointed out that polling stations for these voters are set up within Bongaigaon, not BTC areas. Barua called the move “intentional”…
The Assam Cabinet has decided to transfer the death case of 26-year-old PWD engineer Joshita Das to the CBI, citing public demand and suspicious circumstances. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma confirmed the move, with the handover expected within 20–25 days…
A violent clash broke out in Guwahati’s Garbhanga forest on Wednesday between Assam Forest officials and Meghalaya locals. The conflict began when Assam stopped a meeting allegedly organized by Meghalaya authorities in disputed territory. Tensions escalated as officials were attacked…
Amid growing dissent in AGP's Majuli unit, party chief Atul Bora dismissed talk of rebellion, calling it "dissatisfaction." This comes after the local unit protested against BJP and sitting MLA Bhaben Gam, announcing plans to contest the 2026 Assembly elections…
Engineer Manish Lahkar was found dead in his Kahilipara flat on Wednesday, with initial reports suggesting suicide. A woman with a spare key discovered the body and alerted his family. Police are questioning her as part of an ongoing investigation…
Citizens in Guwahati have raised alarm over non-functional and poorly maintained CCTV systems across the city, including schools, colleges, and key roads. Areas like GS Road, Chandmari, and Beltola lack effective surveillance, fueling petty crimes. Residents demand a city-wide audit…
Opposition leader Debabrata Saikia slammed the Assam Government for acquiring 410+ bighas for an Adani Aerocity near Guwahati Airport, calling it anti-indigenous. Over 1,100 families face eviction, some with century-old land rights. Saikia accused the government of bypassing fair land…
Students at Assam University, Silchar, staged a day-long protest against a sharp fee hike, with some course fees nearly doubling. Led by student unions, they blocked campus entry and demanded a rollback. The university cited infrastructure needs for the revision…
Swimmer Elvis Ali Hazarika has become the first Assamese to complete a relay swim across the English Channel, finishing the 13-hour feat successfully. This marks his 14th sea crossing. Hazarika, who previously completed a two-way solo Channel swim in 2023,…