Assam

The Special Task Force (STF) arrested a drug peddler in Guwahati's Khanapara area today. Authorities seized 30.67 grams of heroin packed in 23 vials from his possession.

Residents of Rukminigoan voiced frustration over the Assam government's inaction on persistent waterlogging problems ahead of next year's monsoon. Locals highlighted unfulfilled promises despite a special committee's recommendations to mitigate artificial flooding. Poorly designed drainage, inflows from the Bahini River,…

The much-awaited Assamese feature film Abhimannyu, directed by Achinta Shankar and produced by Matlebuddin Ahmed under Sabnam's Entertainment, hit theaters on November 15, drawing significant attention. With Sabeha Sabnam as assistant producer and Debojit Mazumdar as executive producer, the film's…

Noonmati police arrested Manab Deka, 25, for selling four rented cars in breach of trust. Three vehicles have been recovered and returned to their owners.

Jorabat police intercepted a truck carrying 23 cattle at Nine Mile, Meghalaya-bound. A Baleno car escorting the truck was also seized. Five individuals were arrested: Pankaj Das and Mukshedur Rahman from the car, and Jakir Ali, Nur Alom, and Mohibul…

The Congress has urged the Election Commission to order re-polling in Samaguri, alleging booth capturing, rigging, and voter intimidation during the November 13 bypolls. Leader of Opposition Debabrata Saikia accused authorities of failing to ensure fair elections and claimed violations…

Workers at Raidang Tea Estate, Doomdooma, blocked NH-37 demanding arrests for an attack on Assistant Manager Rajiv Thapa. Thapa was assaulted on November 15 by unidentified assailants, leading to hospitalisation. The estate management issued a pre-lockout notice citing escalating threats,…

Since November 6, 2024, Guwahati's LGBI Airport handled over 1.74 lakh passengers and 1,202 flights. On November 14, it recorded its highest daily passenger count of 20,413 and 146 flight movements. In October, the airport achieved a record 7,651 international…

Ghoramara faces severe waterlogging due to clogged drains and slow roadwork on the Ghoramara-Shivanagar Path. Overflow from nearby areas and irregular garbage collection worsen the issue. Locals demand urgent action from authorities to resolve drainage and water supply problems. Residents…

Ankur Barman, an employee of Gauhati University, was suspended and handed over to the police on November 14 for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 4,000 to increase a student's marks. The university immediately reported the incident to the police,…