Assam's BJP and Congress are preparing for upcoming legislative assembly by-elections. BJP announced Diplu Ranjan Sarma as its candidate for the Samuguri constituency, planning to contest three of five seats, leaving Bongaigaon for ally AGP. A strategic meeting, attended by…
On World Elephant Day, Manas National Park officials reported a promising rise in the elephant population, crediting successful conservation efforts. Although official numbers aren't available, park authorities remain optimistic. Efforts to address human-elephant conflict (HEC) continue, with Eco-Development Committees playing…
In Karimganj's Brahmansashan village, Abdul Haleem brutally murdered his elderly parents on Sunday. He reportedly recited Quranic verses and posted them on social media before fleeing. Haleem attacked his father, Abdul Salem (75), with a sharp weapon, and when his…
Assam Police recovered a cache of weapons and explosives on Monday in Bilasiguri-Batasipur, Sonitpur district. The items, including grenades, a pistol, a revolver, and detonators, are believed to have been buried during the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) days…
Assam Police intercepted and prevented four Bangladeshi nationals from illegally crossing into India through the Karimganj border on Monday. This comes amid rising tensions in Bangladesh following the resignation of the Sheikh Hasina government. The Border Security Force (BSF) remains…
On August 10, Assam Rifles organized a large-scale tree plantation drive in Lokra, Sonitpur District, planting 1,000 saplings. The event aimed to raise awareness about environmental conservation and combat climate change, highlighting the Assam Rifles' commitment to ecological sustainability.
The Bodo National Students' Union (BONSU) has urged the Indian and Assam governments to enhance border surveillance following potential large-scale migration from Bangladesh due to recent political instability. In a memorandum to the Chief Minister of Assam, BONSU expressed concerns…
The Cyber Police Station team recovered ₹87,000 out of ₹90,000 scammed from a victim in an OLX fraud. The recovered funds were credited back to the victim's account.
The Special Task Force (STF) arrested 28-year-old Bani Nath Manner, a female drug peddler, in Khanapara under Basistha Police Station. The operation, led by Inspector Kapil Pathak, resulted in the seizure of 23 vials of heroin weighing 30.5 grams and…
The 1st All Assam Inter School Yogasana Championship took place at Modern English School, Kahilipara, Guwahati, with participation from over 140 students across 35 schools. Competitors showcased their skills in traditional and artistic yoga categories. Modern English School secured first…