Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed confidence in the BJP-UPPL alliance for the upcoming Sidli by-polls, highlighting their historic win in Kokrajhar during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Sarma confirmed that UPPL will contest Sidli, while BJP will focus on…
Ahead of panchayat elections, Cachar district administration has revised the delimitation of Gaon Panchayats (GP), Anchalik Panchayats (AP), and Zilla Parishads (ZP). Significant changes have occurred in four of the seven constituencies. Borkhola, Katigorah, Dholai, and Lakhipur saw an increase…
The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has reported remarkable growth in automobile unloading operations across its freight terminals in Katihar, Alipurduar, Rangiya, and Lumding divisions. In FY 2024-25 (up to August), 315 rakes were unloaded, reflecting a strong demand for rail…
The All-Assam Tribal Students Union (AATSU) has expressed support for the Assam government's action against illegal encroachers in the tribal areas of Sonapur and South Kamrup. AATSU urged political parties and social organizations not to politicize the issue and called…
Unrest erupted in Gossaigaon, Assam, after the death of 35-year-old Bappi Dey on September 15, allegedly due to police brutality. Dey, who reportedly had a mental disorder, was arrested after an incident involving property damage. He died shortly after being…
The Assam State Zoo-cum-Botanical Garden in Guwahati is set for a major Rs 362 crore refurbishment, approved by the state cabinet on September 13. The project aims to improve animal living conditions and enhance visitor experiences. Upgrades include redesigned enclosures,…
The Assam government aims to connect 68,10,470 households with piped water under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM). So far, 56 lakh households have been connected, with the central government allocating Rs 175436.82 crore for the initiative. The mission, under the…
Allegations of inappropriate physical checks on female candidates during the Assam Direct Recruitment Examination (ADRE) at Swahid Smriti Senior Secondary School in Nalbari have sparked outrage. A female candidate reported on social media that intrusive body searches were conducted without…
Guwahati buzzed with activity as over 1.67 lakh candidates appeared for the Assam Direct Recruitment Examination 2024 (ADRE) for Grade III positions. The exam took place at 329 centres across Kamrup (Metro), causing traffic jams and crowded public transport. The…
The Union Environment Ministry has granted "in-principle" approval for oil drilling in the eco-sensitive zone of the Hollongapar Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary in Assam's Jorhat district. Approximately 4.50 hectares of land will be diverted for exploration by the Vedanta Group. Despite…