In a significant operation, the police in Barpeta district, Assam, seized a handmade pistol and eight live bullets during a raid in Lasanga village. Acting on information from special sources, the police targeted the residence of Lalsan in Lasanga village,…
In a move towards embracing the digital era, the Assam Higher Secondary Education Council (AHSEC) has announced that student attendance for the Higher Secondary (HS) examinations 2024 will be registered through online mode. The HS exams are scheduled to commence…
During the presentation of the State Budget 2024-25 at the Assam Legislative Assembly, Finance Minister Ajanta Neog announced that Assam's economy is outpacing the national growth rate. The projected estimate for the State GDP at current prices in 2024-25 is…
The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) predicts an increase in temperatures for the residents of Guwahati from February 13 to February 16, 2024, with the maximum temperature expected to reach 30 degrees Celsius. The week's forecast indicates a temporary relief on…
Assam Finance Minister Ajanta Neog, celebrating the state's achievement of the Guinness Book of World Records for the largest Bihu performance, proposed a substantial allocation of Rs. 286.61 crore to the Cultural Affairs department in the fiscal year 2024–25. Neog…
A significant fire erupted at a commercial complex in Assam's Biswanath district, specifically in the Monabari locality. The blaze, suspected to have been caused by a short circuit, resulted in the destruction of several commercial establishments within the complex, with…
The Assam state government, in a bid to boost tourism and showcase cultural richness, has announced ambitious plans to promote the Taralangso Festival in Karbi Anglong. Finance Minister Ajanta Neog, inspired by the success of Nagaland's Hornbill Festival, expressed pride…
In a significant move against illegal money lending, Gauripur police arrested three individuals accused of exploiting the public with exorbitant interest rates. The apprehended individuals, identified as Mohammad Ali, Shafiqul Islam, and Motiar Rahman, are alleged to have engaged in…
In a groundbreaking move, the Assam state government, as part of its budget for the fiscal year 2024–25, has allocated Rs. 200 crore for a transformative shift in flood management. Finance Minister Ajanta Neog unveiled plans to address the perennial…
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced that Assamese will be one of the 13 regional languages in which candidates can opt to appear for the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) recruitment examinations. The constable recruitment exams in CAPF, including CRPF,…
