Assam

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that the government will introduce a law to officially recognize buffalo fighting (Moh Juj) as a traditional sport in Assam. The legislation aims to preserve the state’s cultural heritage and allow annual celebrations. The…

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced plans to build 24 medical colleges in Assam by 2029-30, expanding healthcare access. The announcement came during the inauguration of Pragjyotishpur Medical College in Guwahati, the state's 14th medical college. The ₹496 crore facility…

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a 12.7 lakh metric ton urea plant at BVFCL Namrup in the Union Budget 2025 to boost Assam's agriculture sector. The budget also includes initiatives for crop diversification, irrigation, and farmer income. The announcement led…

A minor girl was allegedly molested at Assam University, Silchar, on Friday. The accused, a non-teaching staff member, is absconding. The university's Internal Complaints Committee has launched an inquiry, and an FIR has been registered with the local police.

The BJP has accused Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi of running a campaign to discredit the upcoming Advantage Assam 2.0 investment summit. BJP spokesperson Subhash Dutta alleged that Gogoi is misleading the public and international community about the event. He also…

The Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, led by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, utilized 76% of its allocated capital expenditure by November 2024, ranking highest among infrastructure ministries. The Economic Survey 2024-25 highlighted a significant capacity increase at ports, with…

Three PWD-contracted labourers were injured after an old wall collapsed on them while working on drainage in Guwahati’s Athgaon area. The incident occurred near Chabipul Chariali on Monday night. The injured were rushed to GMCH, with one in critical condition…

Nazima Begum from Rajiv Gaon has been missing since Tuesday morning. Her husband, Rowsan Ali, filed a missing person’s report at Dhekiajuli Police Station after failed search efforts. Authorities have launched an investigation, and the family urges the public to…

A 62-year-old woman, Taramani Barman, was killed after a wild elephant destroyed her house in Daorizer village, Tamulpur, near the Indo-Bhutan border. Her husband had died in a similar attack nine years ago. Earlier this month, two women were also…