News Desk Report

The Library Honours Assam’s Bonsai Man ‘Labu Da’ for Cultural and Environmental Contributions

  GUWAHATI: A special felicitation ceremony was organised by The Library in Guwahati on Saturday evening, May 9, to honour noted cultural organiser, environmental enthusiast, photographer and bonsai artist Labu Da for his longstanding contributions to the cultural and social landscape of the Northeast. ALSO READ: New Assam Cabinet to Be Announced After Discussion With BJP President…

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Three Children Spotted Sniffing Substance Under Ulubari Flyover in Guwahati; Locals Raise Concern

  GUWAHATI: In a concerning incident highlighting the growing issue of substance abuse among street children, three children were allegedly spotted sniffing substances under the Bishnu Ram Medhi Flyover in Ulubari on Monday, May 11, at around 12:30 PM.  ALSO READ: Ranoj Pegu Clarifies Bodo Textbook Supply Status Amid Criticism and Delay Allegations The children were…

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Supreme Court Issues Fresh Directions to High Courts for Speedy Disposal of Bail Pleas

  GUWAHATI: The Supreme Court of India on Monday, May 11, issued a series of directions to High Courts across the country aimed at ensuring the timely disposal of bail applications and safeguarding personal liberty. ALSO READ: New Assam Cabinet to Be Announced After Discussion With BJP President Nitin Nabin In its recommendations, the apex court…

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Assam’s Deepan Medhi Finishes Vietnam's Ironman Triathlon in Over 13 Hours, Within Cut-off Limit

  GUWAHATI: Assam athlete Deepan Medhi delivered a standout performance at the Ironman triathlon held in Vietnam on Sunday, May 10, completing the gruelling endurance race in 13 hours, 11 minutes and 24 seconds, well within the official cut-off time of 17.5 hours. ALSO READ: Ranoj Pegu Clarifies Bodo Textbook Supply Status Amid Criticism and Delay Allegations…

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Ranoj Pegu Clarifies Bodo Textbook Supply Status Amid Criticism and Delay Allegations

  GUWAHATI: Assam Education Minister Ranoj Pegu on Monday, May 11, clarified that the supply of all Bodo medium textbooks, except History and Geography, has been completed amid criticism from various organisations, including the Bodo Sahitya Sabha and the All Bodo Students Union (ABSU), over delays in distribution. ALSO READ: Three Arrested in Killing of Suvendu…

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Three Arrested in Killing of Suvendu Adhikari’s Aide Chandranath Rath in West Bengal

  GUWAHATI: Three people have been arrested in connection with the murder of Chandranath Rath, personal assistant to Suvendu Adhikari, in a joint operation conducted by the police teams of West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, police reportedly said on Monday, May 11. ALSO READ: Assam Government Announces ‘HBS 2.0’ Infrastructure Plan With ₹5 Lakh Crore…

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Two Indian Nationals Under Quarantine in Netherlands After Hantavirus Alert Near Spain

  GUWAHATI: Two Indian nationals aboard the Dutch-flagged vessel MV Hondius are safe and showing no symptoms after the ship was linked to a suspected Hantavirus outbreak near Spain’s Canary Islands, according to a statement issued by the Embassy of India in Madrid on Sunday, May 10. ALSO READ: PM Modi Urges Citizens to Reduce Fuel Use,…

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PM Modi Urges Citizens to Reduce Fuel Use, Avoid Foreign Travel, Embrace ‘Responsible Living’ Amid Global Uncertainty

  GUWAHATI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday, May 10, made an appeal to citizens to adopt what he described as a more responsible and self-reliant lifestyle in view of growing global uncertainty, rising fuel dependence and the economic impact of international conflicts. Addressing a gathering in Hyderabad, Modi urged people to revive several Covid-era practices…

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Three Suspected Rhino Poachers Apprehended Near Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve

  GUWAHATI: Three persons suspected of planning rhino poaching inside the 6th addition area of Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve were apprehended during a joint operation conducted by forest officials at Narayanpur in Lakhimpur district on Saturday, May 9. ALSO READ: Two Alleged Snatchers Arrested in Guwahati; Stolen Motorcycle Seized The operation was carried out…

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Two Alleged Snatchers Arrested in Guwahati; Stolen Motorcycle Seized

  GUWAHATI: Basistha Police recently apprehended two alleged snatchers linked to the notorious “Irani Group” during an operation conducted on the basis of specific intelligence inputs. ALSO READ: One Dead, Another Critically Injured in Bike Accident in Guwahati’s Pamohi Area The accused have been identified as Rakesh Gowala alias Kishore Gowala (31), a resident of Raiganj…

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One Dead, Another Critically Injured in Bike Accident in Guwahati’s Pamohi Area

  GUWAHATI: A youth was killed and another critically injured in a late-night road accident in Guwahati’s Pamohi area on Saturday, May 9. ALSO READ: Himanta Biswa Sarma Elected NDA Legislature Party Leader, To Take Oath As Assam CM on May 12 The deceased has been identified as Gakul Basumatary, while the injured person, Rakesh Rabha,…

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Actor-Politician C. Joseph Vijay Sworn In as Tamil Nadu CM After TVK Secures Majority Support

  GUWAHATI: Actor-turned-politician and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam president C. Joseph Vijay was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on Sunday, April 10, marking a historic shift in the State’s political landscape and ending nearly six decades of alternating rule by the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam and the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam….

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