Mithun (Bos frontalis), a bovine species native to northeastern India, has been confirmed in Assam for the first time, specifically in Dima Hasao district. This discovery enhances Assam's biological diversity and offers new opportunities for local farmers. Mithun, crucial to…
A woman tragically succumbed to her injuries at Shankardev Hospital in Dibrugarh today after being hit by a bike. The incident occurred in the Lachit Nagar area near Gym Nation, where the lady was walking when the collision happened. Despite…
Sivasagar MLA and Raijor Dal chief Akhil Gogoi, who protested against rising electricity prices due to smart meters, received a manual meter from the government to compare rates. Installed at his Guwahati residence, Gogoi voiced concerns about rural residents who…
A Dhubri police official, Lance Nayak Akbar Ali, and a local DTP shop owner were arrested for allegedly creating fake police reports used for obtaining driving licenses. The arrests, made after a raid on the shop near the District Transport…
During his three-day visit to Barak Valley, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated the region's first Positron Emission Tomography (PET-CT) Nuclear Medicine Facility at Cachar Cancer Hospital. He also launched the LINAC machine for advanced cancer treatment. The PET-CT…
The Assam Legislative Assembly introduced an amendment bill to recognize Manipuri as an Associate Official Language in four districts—Cachar, Karimganj, Hailakandi, and Hojai. This proposal was part of ten bills tabled during the autumn session, including three new bills and…
Assam DGP G.P. Singh urged all stakeholders to cooperate in maintaining law and order, following recent incidents involving individuals from different communities. He directed police to act strictly according to the law and advised regular meetings between district police, nagrik…
A three-day training program on motorized spinning of 'Eri Silk' and natural dyeing was inaugurated at Nowgong College (Autonomous), organized by the STI Hub and NSS Unit, and sponsored by the Department of Science and Technology, India. The event, attended…
In a major breakthrough, the Special Task Force (STF) conducted an operation in Panjabari, under Satgaon Police Station, and arrested a person involved in drug trafficking. The STF, led by Inspector Kapil Pathak, seized 24 vials containing 35 grams of…
The Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC) has intensified its efforts to curb illegal trade practices, supported by the Special Task Force (STF). The GMC is urging shop owners to obtain or renew trade licenses promptly, warning of penalties for non-compliance. Recently,…