CM Vigilance Cell Raids Dhubri DFO’s Guwahati Residence
The Chief Minister's Vigilance Cell raided the Guwahati residence of Dhubri DFO Hiranya Pathak. The raid is linked to a case alleging disproportionate assets.
Assam Health Official Arrested for Bribery; ED Probes Karnataka CM in MUDA Scam
Assam's Directorate of Vigilance arrested Manoj Kumar Ghosh, a Goalpara health official, for accepting a ₹10,000 bribe to update a designation in the FinAssam portal. The arrest followed a trap operation, and a case was filed under the Prevention of…
GP Singh Appointed Director General of CRPF
Assam DGP Gyanendra Pratap Singh has been appointed as the Director General of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved his tenure until November 30, 2027. A 1991-batch IPS officer of the Assam-Meghalaya cadre,…
13 Illegal Rat-Hole Mines Destroyed in Margherita Crackdown
The Margherita administration, with local police, Coal India, and APDCL, destroyed 13 illegal rat-hole mines in Namdang on Saturday. Mining tools, pumps, motors, and an excavator were seized, and electrical lines powering the sites were dismantled. Workers found at the…
Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary Conducts 2025 Asian Water Bird Census
The 2025 Asian Water Bird Census at Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary observed over 10,000 birds, including notable migratory species like Baikal Teal, Tufted Duck, and Bar-headed Goose. Conducted by 22 experts across nine water bodies in collaboration with Aaranyak and the…
Umrangso Coal Mine Crisis: Judicial Probe, Arrests, and Rescue Efforts Continue
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has ordered a judicial inquiry, led by retired judge Anima Hazarika, into the Umrangso coal mine tragedy. Three more arrests, including a labor leader, raise the total to five. Four bodies have been recovered,…
School Bus Accident in Assam Claims One Life, Injures Many
A school bus accident near Necem cement factory in Umrangso, Assam, left one student dead and 15 injured, including three critically. The deceased, identified as Dalmir Rongpi, was a student of Sacred Heart School. Further details are awaited.
Guwahati Police Gears Up for Republic Day Celebration
Guwahati Police is implementing strict security measures for a safe Republic Day celebration. A review meeting at Khanapara, led by the Police Commissioner, addressed event preparations and law enforcement plans. Officials assure seamless and secure proceedings.
Groom Arrested for Child Marriage in Guwahati
Police raided Vishal Marriage Hall near Fatasil Ambari, Guwahati, and arrested Manish Gupta for alleged child marriage. The groom, a resident of Itabhata, was apprehended mid-ceremony. A case has been registered, and investigations are ongoing. Authorities urge the public to…
Basistha Police Recover and Return 11 Missing Phones
The Basistha Police Station team recovered 11 lost mobile phones and returned them to their owners. Citizens are urged to report lost devices, as authorities assure continued efforts to retrieve missing items. Residents praised the team's swift and dedicated action.