Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma proposed a Japanese industrial township near TATA Electronics' ₹27,000-crore semiconductor facility in Jagiroad. Speaking at the Advantage Assam 2.0 roadshow in Tokyo, Sarma highlighted Assam's 12.4% growth rate and its potential as a gateway…
Assam's Revenue Minister Jogen Mohan laid the foundation stone for the beautification of Swargadeo Chaolung Siu-Ka-Pha Moidam at Charaideo World Heritage Site. The Tai Ahom Development Council allocated ₹1.8 crore for the first phase, covering 30 bighas. Mohan highlighted Siu-Ka-Pha’s…
The Railway Protection Force (RPF) apprehended 64-year-old Nathuni Sahani from the Awadh Assam Express at Guwahati Railway Station. Sahani, previously arrested in another case, is suspected of drugging a semi-unconscious passenger found in the coach. The victim was rushed to…
Basistha Police in Guwahati arrested five individuals for running an ATM fraud racket. The gang used stolen or cloned ATM cards to withdraw money illegally. Seized items included 17 ATM cards, two motorcycles, and two iPhones. Legal action is underway…
The PWD has engaged RITES to investigate structural flaws in Guwahati's Six Mile flyover, plagued by frequent wear and tear. Traffic restrictions are in place for ongoing repairs, causing congestion. A Rs 5-crore repair was done in 2023, just 13…
APDCL announced no tariff hike for domestic and BPL consumers but proposed an optional Time-of-Day (ToD) plan. This plan offers reduced rates during off-peak solar hours, benefiting high-consumption users with smart meters and loads above 10 kW. Domestic consumers below…
A North East Military School and hostel complex were inaugurated in Bijni, Chirang, by BTC chief Pramod Boro on Tuesday. He emphasized the institution's role in preparing local youth for military careers and announced BTC's full support. Plans for further…
The relocation of 23 elephants from Arunachal Pradesh to Gujarat has raised ethical, legal, and welfare concerns. Wildlife activists and opposition leaders criticized the Assam government for permitting the transfer, citing the elephants' well-being and potential violations of the Wildlife…
During Manipur's 54th Statehood Day, nine Assam Police personnel received commendation certificates for their role in regional peace efforts. Chief Minister N. Biren Singh thanked Assam for its support, highlighting their training of 2,000 Manipur Police personnel in Dergaon. The…
Police seized 1,800 liters of suspected condensate oil, equipment, and chemicals from an abandoned illegal warehouse in Bogoritolia, Upper Assam. The raid followed a tip-off, highlighting ongoing oil theft in the region despite past efforts to curb it. The thieves…