Guwahati: Three members of a family were killed in a landslide at Nijarapara near Laxmi Mandir in Mathgharia following heavy rainfall. The victims were identified as Nagen Rajbongshi, Chunu Rajbongshi and their daughter Meena Rajbongshi, while their son Biplab survived…
Guwahati: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced that interim financial assistance will soon be released to the remaining beneficiaries affected by the recent floods. The government will also revive the ‘Jibon Prerana’ scheme, providing eligible graduates ₹2,500 per month…
Guwahati: Punjab National Bank (PNB) inaugurated the new premises of its Silpukhuri Branch, featuring upgraded facilities and improved customer services. PNB Executive Director D. Surendran inaugurated the premises in the presence of Zonal Manager Bijender Singh, Circle Head Shivesh Shukla,…
Guwahati: A patient undergoing treatment at Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) was allegedly cheated of around ₹20,000 by cybercriminals who reportedly used the name of an NGO to gain his trust. The patient, Ananta Bora, was receiving treatment at…
Kaziranga: Dr Sanjib Barkakati, member and expert associated with IUCN, ICOMOS and UNESCO, has urged the Assam government to carefully redraw the Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) around Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve (KNPTR), arguing that its width should be site-specific…
Guwahati: The Gauhati High Court has directed its Registry to prepare a comprehensive report on compliance with the Supreme Court's directions concerning stray dogs and cattle. The order was passed by a bench comprising Chief Justice Ashutosh Kumar and Justice…
Kaziranga: A tiger reportedly killed a head of cattle near Naharbasti along NH-715, close to the Kaziranga National Park area. The carcass was found near the office of the Burapahar Range Forest Officer, with reports suggesting the animal may have…
Dibrugarh: Ahead of the NEET PG 2026 examination on August 30, the Dibrugarh district administration has advised candidates to plan their journeys carefully, particularly those travelling through Lahowal Railway Station. Several trains are scheduled to pass through the station between…
Lumding/Karbi Anglong: Suspected illegal tree felling near the 12 Kilo area along the Lumding-Diphu road reportedly damaged overhead power lines after a felled tree came into contact with them, leaving large parts of Lumding without electricity. The incident allegedly occurred…
GUWAHATI: Assam Soil Conservation Minister Aswini Ray Sarkar has directed officials to take strict action, including blacklisting where necessary, against contractors who fail to complete government projects within the stipulated time. Reviewing departmental schemes and pending works, Sarkar stressed transparency,…