Ahead of the Advantage Assam 2.0 summit on February 25-26, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma will visit Singapore to attract investors. He will host a roadshow and meet industry leaders to promote Assam’s potential in semiconductors, deep tech, infrastructure, and…
The Gauhati High Court dismissed a writ petition challenging the settlement of Torsa river fishery in Dhubri. The court upheld the Assam government’s decision to allot the fishery to M/s Dhubri Disabled Men Jhagra Beel Fishery Development Cooperative Society Ltd…
AASU president Utpal Sarma emphasized that the Garia Maria community is vital to Assamese identity. Speaking at the 19th foundation day of Sadou Asom Garia Maria Deshi Jatiya Parishad in Bhella, he reiterated AASU’s support for their indigenous status and…
With the worsening situation in Bangladesh, security along the Assam-Bangladesh border has been intensified. Assam Police and BSF are working closely, identifying vulnerable spots to prevent infiltration. Recent meetings between senior officials have improved coordination. A rise in infiltration attempts…
The Ranganadi River in Lakhimpur district has turned turbid following the release of industrial waste from NEEPCO’s 405 MW Panyor Hydro Electrical Project at Yazali, Arunachal Pradesh. The contamination, carrying silt and oily substances, has led to fish deaths, foul…
PM SHRI Bokial High School has been selected for the AICTE Udyamotsav 2025, standing out among 10,000+ entries nationwide. The school’s projects, ‘Binary Teaching Learning Device’ and ‘Sustainable Diya Eco-Friendly Festival Lighting,’ showcase innovation and excellence. This achievement highlights Assam’s…
The Sonitpur District Development Committee meeting, chaired by DC Ankur Bharali, addressed key issues, including healthcare, water supply, and infrastructure. Officials reported 14,227 new ANC registrations, with discussions on anaemia prevention, institutional deliveries, and immunization. The FHTC program and maintenance…
To ensure a peaceful environment for the HSLC exams starting February 15, Tamulpur District Magistrate Pankaj Chakravarty has imposed restrictions under Section 163 of BNSS. The order bans loudspeakers and microphones without permission, restricts gatherings within 100 meters of exam…
Tata Motors has inaugurated the Northeast’s first registered vehicle scrapping facility (RVSF) in Guwahati, in partnership with Axom Platinum Scrappers. The facility can dismantle 15,000 end-of-life vehicles annually, covering both passenger and commercial vehicles of all brands. With this launch,…
The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) conducted eviction drives on February 7, 2025, to remove unauthorized encroachments obstructing train operations and safety. At New Guwahati Complex, 68 illegal quarters were cleared under ACP Chandmari's supervision, with support from 20 railway officials…