GUWAHATI: A mutilated carcass of a Royal Bengal Tiger was discovered on a sandbar along the Gabharu River in Assam's Sonitpur district on Thursday, June 11, prompting authorities to investigate a possible case of poaching. ALSO READ: Drugs Worth ₹6.4 Crore Seized in Assam’s Sribhumi, Two Traffickers Arrested The carcass was found near Kochgaon under the…
GUWAHATI: A tripartite agreement to facilitate energy exploration and extraction across more than 1,000 square kilometres along the Assam-Nagaland border was signed on Thursday, June 11, paving the way for the development of hydrocarbon and mineral resources in the region and boosting India's energy security efforts. The agreement was signed in the presence of…
GUWAHATI: Renowned Indian sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik has won the prestigious Russia Grand Sand Master Cup 2026 at the II International Festival of Sand Sculpture in the Kaliningrad Region, becoming the first Indian artist to receive the honour. ALSO READ: Kamrup Metro Reviews Progress of Government Welfare Schemes, Public Services Pattnaik was recognised for his…
GUWAHATI: The Sribhumi Police have seized a huge consignment of narcotics worth ₹6.4 crore and arrested two traffickers as part of the Assam government's ongoing crackdown against drug trafficking. ALSO READ: Assam Fishery Scam Probe Deepens: Former Project Director Among Three Officials Re-Arrested During the operation, police recovered 20,000 YABA tablets and 14,100 bottles of codeine…
GUWAHATI: The District Development Committee (DDC) of Kamrup Metropolitan held a review meeting on Thursday, June 11, at the District Commissioner's office to assess the progress of various welfare schemes and public service initiatives being implemented across the district. ALSO READ: Four Community Dogs Vanish Overnight from Guwahati's Kahilipara, Residents Suspect Abduction The meeting…
GUWAHATI: Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, on Thursday, June 11, expressed grief over the deaths of three Indian seafarers aboard the Palau-flagged oil tanker MT Settebello, which came under attack amid escalating tensions in the Gulf region. ALSO READ: Banned Ripening Chemical Hidden in Cartons Seized in Guwahati's Fancy Bazaar, 50…
Women’s cricket is being reshaped not only by visibility or broadcast reach, but by financial infrastructure that determines how reliably money moves across borders, tiers, and participants. As the sport expands globally, traditional banking frictions – slow settlement, high fees, and currency barriers – disproportionately affect women’s leagues, where margins are thinner and operational…
GUWAHATI: The Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption, Assam, has re-arrested three officials of the Assam Fishery Development Corporation (AFDC) Ltd as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged financial irregularities and corruption within the state-run corporation. ALSO READ: Ninth Arrest in Assam Fishery Fund Scam; Former AFDCL Project Director Held Among those arrested is former Officer…
The modern sports fan has become difficult to impress. At home, there are ultra-HD broadcasts, instant statistics, multiple camera angles, live betting markets, and endless second-screen content. To justify the cost and effort of attending games in person, stadiums are being forced to reinvent themselves. Around the world, sports organizations, technology companies, and entertainment…
GUWAHATI: Union Home Minister Amit Shah will attend the signing of a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Centre and the governments of Assam and Nagaland on Thursday, June 11, aimed at facilitating the exploration and production of crude oil and natural gas in areas along the inter-state border. ALSO READ: Nepal Has Not Banned…
GUWAHATI: The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has clarified that reports claiming Nepal has imposed a ban or suspension on the import of Indian mangoes are "factually incorrect and misleading." ALSO READ: Banned Ripening Chemical Hidden in Cartons Seized in Guwahati's Fancy Bazaar, 50 Kg Mangoes Destroyed In a press release, the ministry said…
Homebuyer priorities are evolving as people seek properties that offer comfort, convenience, and long-term value. Cities that combine modern infrastructure with a high quality of life are attracting increasing attention, and Coimbatore is among the destinations benefiting from this trend. Known for its growing economy, pleasant climate, and improving connectivity, the city appeals to…
GUWAHATI: An auto-rickshaw driver has been arrested on charges of allegedly abducting a young woman and attempting to sexually assault her in Guwahati, police confirmed on Thursday, June 11. ALSO READ: Kamakhya Temple to Discontinue Offline Special Darshan Tickets, Online Booking Mandatory from June 15 The accused, identified as Monowar Hussain, was taken into custody following…
GUWAHATI: In a joint anti-rhino poaching operation based on specific intelligence inputs, forest and police officials apprehended two suspected poachers before they could allegedly enter Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve for hunting wildlife. ALSO READ: 11 Artistes, Including Veteran Actress Chetana Das, Receive Sangeet Natak Akademi Recognition from Assam The operation was carried out…
GUWAHATI: The Maa Kamakhya Devalaya has announced that booking for Special Darshan tickets will be shifted entirely to an online platform from June 15, marking a major move aimed at streamlining pilgrim services and managing the growing influx of devotees. ALSO READ: Guwahati: PWD Carries Out Temporary Pothole Repair Near Maharaja Prithu Flyover in Ambari According…
GUWAHATI: Assam artistes have brought national recognition to the state after several performers were selected for the prestigious 'Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards' and 'Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar' for 2024 and 2025, announced on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Among them, veteran actor, Chetana Das has been chosen for the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award 2025…
GUWAHATI: Dima Hasao Police achieved a significant breakthrough in their ongoing crackdown against narcotics trafficking, arresting two individuals and seizing 446.62 grams of heroin during a targeted operation carried out on Wednesday, June 10. ALSO READ: Assam Ranks Third in India’s Rubber Production; Gets World’s First Genetically Modified Rubber Plant The operation was launched based on…
GUWAHATI: After Japan, neighbouring Nepal has also reportedly banned the import of mangoes and several other fruits from India after quarantine inspectors detected excessive levels of chemical pesticide residues in imported consignments. ALSO READ: Assam Ranks Third in India’s Rubber Production; Gets World’s First Genetically Modified Rubber Plant According to reports, Nepal's Ministry of Agriculture…
GUWAHATI: Assam has emerged as one of India's leading natural rubber-producing states, ranking third in the country after Kerala and Tripura, while also becoming home to the world's first genetically modified (GM) rubber plant developed specifically for the Northeast region. ALSO READ: Guwahati: PWD Carries Out Temporary Pothole Repair Near Maharaja Prithu Flyover in Ambari…
GUWAHATI: Four employees of the District Jail in Assam's Sribhumi district, including two assistant jailers and two warders, have been arrested for allegedly supplying mobile phones and narcotic substances to inmates inside the prison, police said on Wednesday. June 10. ALSO READ: Assam: Tribal Organisations Oppose Township and Dam Projects, Submit Memorandum to CM The…
