Guwahati: The Assam Government informed the Assembly that the Assam State Transport Corporation (ASTC) is currently operating 371 electric buses, with Rs 360.40 crore spent on procuring the buses and establishing charging stations. Electric bus services have been expanded to…
Guwahati: The Congress on Friday criticised the Assam Budget 2026-27, calling it a "vote bank Budget" that lacks a clear development roadmap. The party alleged that the Budget failed to adequately address key issues such as unemployment, price rise, floods,…
Majuli: Anganwadi workers and helpers under the Assam Rajyik Anganwadi Karmi and Sahayika Santha staged a Black Day protest in Majuli on Friday, demanding higher wages, regularisation of services and better working conditions. The protesters also sought improved infrastructure at…
Guwahati: The Assam Government has announced that individuals practising polygamy will be barred from government welfare schemes, while government employees found involved in polygamy will face dismissal from service. The measures, announced in the 2026-27 State Budget, are aimed at…
Guwahati: The Assam Government has announced a target of creating 2 lakh public sector jobs over the next five years as part of the 2026-27 Budget. Along with government recruitment, the Budget focuses on skill development and employment opportunities in…
Guwahati: The Assam Government has announced financial support for a commercial feature film on legendary Ahom general Lachit Barphukan as part of the 2026-27 State Budget. The Budget also includes assistance for a film on freedom fighter Swahid Kushal Konwar…
Jagiroad: An unidentified man, believed to be around 50 years old, was found dead on the foot overbridge at Jagiroad Railway Station on Thursday morning, police said. The deceased was approximately 5 feet 4 inches tall, had grey hair, and…
Guwahati: Unidentified miscreants allegedly broke into the Purva Tirupati Sri Balaji Temple at Betkuchi and stole cash and valuables from donation boxes during the night. According to temple authorities, the accused reportedly disabled the CCTV system before targeting donation boxes…
Silchar: A Class VII girl was rescued by police after an alleged abduction case that has sparked concern in Silchar. The victim's family accused a man of luring the minor away after allegedly concealing his identity and promising marriage. The…
Jogighopa: Police have arrested Nazrul Islam for allegedly posing as a doctor and practising medicine without a recognised medical qualification or valid registration. According to police, the accused falsely claimed to hold postgraduate medical qualifications, prescribed allopathic medicines, and allegedly…