The CBI arrested three absconding accused from Assam in connection with a Tripura chit-fund scam. Minnatullah Barbhuiya, Kamrul Islam Barbhuiya, and Imdadullah Barbhuiya were apprehended in Hojai, Hyderabad, and Vellore. The accused, linked to Kama (Indian) Projects and Services Ltd,…
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a major transformation in public education, with over 500 schools being upgraded at ₹7-10 crore each. He laid the foundation for Palashbari Anchalik High School’s upgrade under the PM SHRI scheme. The initiative aims…
Residents of six villages near Ghoramari in Sonitpur district have accused Sunit Breweries Private Limited of polluting their water and land by releasing untreated effluents. They allege that the brewery operates without a proper treatment system, causing a foul odor…
AASU president Utpal Sarma criticized PM Narendra Modi for failing to deport illegal migrants, despite his 2014 election promise. He urged Modi to take lessons from former U.S. President Donald Trump, who acted swiftly on deportation. Sarma also highlighted Supreme…
The Centre has received Assam’s recommendation to grant ST status to Tai Ahom, Chutia, Matak, Moran, Koch Rajbongshi, and Tea Tribes. Minister of State for Tribal Affairs Durgadas Uikey stated in Lok Sabha that proposals must be approved by the…
The Gauhati High Court has ordered the Assam government to remove earth filling and stop construction near Deepor Beel. The PWD informed the court that the project near Dharapur Tiniali has been canceled and assured the removal of temporary earth…
A Mass Drug Administration (MDA) campaign for lymphatic filariasis elimination will be conducted from February 10 to 19 in Tinsukia district. Additional District Commissioner (Health) Chinmoy Pathak stated that the campaign targets Hapjan BPHC, Tinsukia, and Makum Municipal areas due…
Rabha Hasong Joutha Mancha (RHJM) and BJP will jointly contest the upcoming Rabha Hasong Autonomous Council (RHAC) elections in March, said RHAC Executive Member Sumit Rabha. He highlighted BJP’s support in developing the RHAC region. While seat-sharing details are yet…
The inaugural Guwahati Asian Film Festival (GAFF) 2025 will start on February 7 at Jyoti Chitraban Film Studio. The three-day event will showcase 25 feature films from across Asia, including a competitive section for Northeast Indian films. Iranian film In…
Health Minister Ashok Singhal reviewed the National Health Mission (NHM) to enhance healthcare delivery and key programmes. He assessed initiatives like maternal and child health, adolescent health, immunization, and disease control. He directed the integration of child and adolescent health…