Assam

Guwahati, Assam: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday announced that small, non-polluting enterprises can now start operations without government approvals during their first three years. The initiative aims to improve the ease of doing business by reducing regulatory…

Jorhat, Assam: A male leopard was captured by the Forest Department at Tilikiam Tea Estate in western Jorhat on Wednesday after it reportedly strayed into nearby human settlements and preyed on livestock. The leopard, estimated to be 7–8 years old,…

Guwahati: Guwahati Municipal Corporation Mayor Mrigen Sarania on Tuesday inaugurated two newly constructed link roads at Shanti Nagar in the Basistha area. Built with Ward No. 44 councillor funds at a cost of around ₹11 lakh, the roads are expected…

Jagiroad: Residents of Jagiroad have expressed concern over frequent and prolonged power outages, saying the erratic electricity supply has caused severe inconvenience, especially during the ongoing heat. The power cuts have disrupted the daily lives of students and small-scale business…

Guwahati: The Guwahati Traffic Police have announced stricter enforcement of traffic and route regulations for city buses following a series of recent accidents. Police warned that drivers, conductors and route management authorities will face strict action for route violations, unsafe…

Guwahati: The Assam Cabinet has approved the lease of 33 bighas of land to Kaira District Cooperative Milk Producers' Union Ltd. (AMUL) in Biswanath for setting up a bulk milk cooler and chilling centre. The project aims to strengthen Assam's…

Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has urged children to make the most of their summer vacations by spending time with family, playing outdoor games, reading books and exploring Assam's cultural heritage instead of relying solely on digital devices…

Guwahati: Former Assam NRC State Coordinator Hitesh Dev Sarma has written to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, requesting that the publication of Assam's Census data be withheld until the National Register of Citizens (NRC) is re-verified. Sarma alleged that the…

Dhubri: BSNL landline services in Gauripur have remained disrupted for several years due to the deteriorating condition of the local Telephone Exchange, affecting over 200 customers, including the police station, BSF, CRPF, banks, post office and municipal office. According to…