Kaziranga National Park now ranks third worldwide in tiger density, with 18 tigers per 100 sq km, officials said. The 2024 report recorded 148 adult tigers, up from 104 in 2022. Growth is attributed to habitat expansion, anti-encroachment efforts, and…
The Assam government’s eviction drive in Uriamghat’s Regma forest will continue for two more days, targeting 11,000 bighas of encroached land. On day one, over 200 shops and 50 homes were demolished. Officials say the operation is strategic and phased,…
Residents of Navajyoti village in Digboi have raised alarm over a sudden rise in suspected illegal immigrants. Locals report unfamiliar settlers with no ties to the area and demand verification of their citizenship. They urge the government to take swift…
The Assam BJP on Monday claimed unchecked migration by East Bengal-origin Muslims has altered the state's demography, threatening indigenous identity. Citing census data, BJP's Rupam Goswami highlighted rising Muslim and Bengali-speaking populations in several districts. He praised CM Himanta Biswa…
On International Tiger Day, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said Assam now has the world’s third-highest tiger density due to expanded reserves and anti-encroachment efforts. Forest Minister Patowary highlighted success through anti-poaching, habitat restoration, and community involvement. However, tiger deaths and…
Over 800 Assam government services are now available online, mainly in revenue and transport sectors. This shift has reduced public visits to offices and improved file tracking and clearance. Janata Bhawan and DC offices are fully digitized. Biometrics and direct…
Assam government began a major eviction drive Tuesday in Rengma forest, Uriamghat (Golaghat), clearing over 11,000 bighas of alleged encroached land. Around 150 bulldozers targeted 12 villages, with 700+ security personnel deployed. Officials said notices were served to 1,500 families;…
Banned outfit ULFA(I) released photos of drone wreckage from a July 13 attack on its camps, claiming Indian Army used Polish-made Warmate loitering munitions carrying thermobaric bombs. Two ULFA(I) bases were destroyed, killing and injuring several cadres. The group identified…
Deshbhakti Divas was observed at Janata Bhawan, organized by DIPR Assam, to honour Tarun Ram Phukan. Chief guest Education Minister Dr. Ranoj Pegu highlighted Phukan’s sacrifices and stressed patriotism as civic duty. A quiz competition with 348 teams was held…
The President of India has appointed Pranjal Das, Sanjeev Kumar Sharma, Anjan Moni Kalita, and Rajesh Mazumdar as Additional Judges of the Gauhati High Court. The move, approved in consultation with the Chief Justice of India, aims to enhance judicial…