GUWAHATI: A symbolic plantation drive in the shape of the map of India marked the World Environment Day observance at Meghalaya's Jathang Village under Hima Mawphlang, with participants describing it as a representation of renewal, growth and environmental responsibility. ALSO READ: Four Drug Peddlers Arrested, 111 Grams Heroin Seized in Guwahati's Khanapara The plantation activity…
GUWAHATI: Four alleged drug peddlers were arrested and 111 grams of heroin seized during a targeted anti-narcotics operation carried out by Basistha Police in the Khanapara area of Guwahati, officials said on Sunday, June 7. ALSO READ: Indian Women’s Football Team Reclaim SAFF Championship Title With 3-1 Win Over Bangladesh The operation was conducted at…
GUWAHATI: India reclaimed the SAFF Women’s Championship title after a seven-year gap, defeating defending champions Bangladesh 3-1 in the final in Goa on Saturday, June 6, to secure a record-extending sixth crown. ALSO READ: Assam Assigns Guardian District Portfolios to Ministers; District-Wise Allocations Announced Goals from Pyari Xaxa, Sanfida Nongrum and Lynda Kom Serto sealed…
GUWAHATI: The Assam Government on Sunday, June 7, assigned Guardian District responsibilities to ministers, designating them to oversee development works, monitor the implementation of government schemes and coordinate with district administrations across the state. ALSO READ: Domestic LPG Prices Remain Among Lowest Globally Despite Rising Import Costs: Centre Announcing the allocations in a post on…
GUWAHATI: The Centre on Sunday, June 7, said Indian households continue to pay some of the world's lowest cooking gas prices despite a sharp rise in international LPG costs, with a 14.2-kg domestic LPG cylinder priced at ₹942 for general consumers against a supply cost that has risen to over ₹1,600. ALSO READ: India Beat…
GUWAHATI: India defeated hosts Japan 4-1 to win the Men's U-18 Asia Cup title on Friday, with Ashish Tani Purti scoring a hat-trick in the final. ALSO READ: Guwahati Likely to Host Modi-Takaichi Meeting in Early July Purti led India's charge with three goals, while captain Ketan Kushwaha added the fourth as India produced a…
GUWAHATI: A scientific study published in the internationally renowned Journal of Voice has unravelled the acoustic secrets behind the distinctive humming style of Assamese music icon Zubeen Garg, offering a research-backed explanation for a vocal trademark that has captivated listeners for decades. ALSO READ: Guwahati Police Seize and Destroy 100 Litres of Illegal Liquor Near…
An awareness programme focusing on biodiversity conservation, recycling and sustainable living was organised in Guwahati on Monday, June 1, as part of World Environment Week 2026 celebrations. The event, jointly organised by Soroptimist International Guwahati (SIG) and Faculty Senior Secondary School (FSSS), brought together students, educators and environmental advocates to discuss the role of…
GUWAHATI: The BCCI on Saturday, June 6, announced India's squad for the upcoming T20I series against Ireland and England, introducing several significant changes to the team's leadership and composition. ALSO READ: R Praggnanandhaa Scripts History by Becoming First Indian to Win Norway Chess Title Shreyas Iyer has been named captain, replacing Suryakumar Yadav, while Tilak Varma…
Closure of the Jail Road parking facility in Fancy Bazar has triggered congestion, disrupted trade, and affected business activity The continued closure of the Jail Road parking facility in Fancy Bazar has triggered concern among traders, residents, and business organisations, who say the lack of organised parking is disrupting trade, worsening congestion, and affecting…
GUWAHATI: Preparations for the annual Ambubachi Mela at Kamakhya Dham have begun, with field inspections and implementation of various arrangements already underway, said Swapnil Paul, the District Commissioner of Kamrup (Metropolitan). ALSO READ: Woman Booked After Viral Video Shows Toddler on Lap While Driving in Guwahati Speaking to the media, Paul said the administration has finalized…
GUWAHATI: The Assam Higher Education Department has made Aadhaar details and Aadhaar-linked bank accounts mandatory for students seeking benefits under various government welfare schemes administered by the department. ALSO READ: Assam Cabinet Approves 2% DA Hike, Declares Dibrugarh as Second State Capital Region In an official communication issued by the Director of Higher Education, Assam on…
GUWAHATI: A woman from Assam's Lakhimpur district has been booked after a video showing her driving a car with a toddler seated on her lap behind the steering wheel went viral on social media, raising serious concerns about road safety. ALSO READ: Unused Traffic Booth at Guwahati's Paltan Bazar Turns into Garbage Dump, Raises Civic Concerns…
GUWAHATI: The Kaziranga Tiger Reserve (KTR) in Assam has recorded an impressive diversity of storks and birds of prey, with a recent survey documenting six of India's eight stork species and nearly 45 per cent of the country's raptor species. ALSO READ: Assam Cabinet Approves 2% DA Hike, Declares Dibrugarh as Second State Capital Region The…
GUWAHATI: Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa scripted history on Friday, June 5, by becoming the first Indian to win the prestigious Norway Chess tournament. The 20-year-old secured the title in Oslo with a crucial final-round victory over Germany's Vincent Keymer, capping off a remarkable comeback campaign in one of the strongest events on the global chess calendar….
GUWAHATI: The Assam Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, on Friday, June 5, approved a series of key decisions, including a 2% increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) for state government employees and pensioners, the declaration of Dibrugarh as the state's second capital region, and an enhancement of MLA Local…
GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday, June 5, said that the allocation of portfolios to the newly inducted ministers will take some time, as the government intends to assess their past performance and individual strengths before assigning departments. ALSO READ: Thieves Breach Wall of Namghar in Guwahati’s Paltan Bazar; Cash Stolen Addressing a…
GUWAHATI: As countries around the world struggle to halt deforestation and meet climate targets, Kamrup Metropolitan is facing its own environmental challenge; the gradual loss of forest cover amid rapid urban expansion. ALSO READ: Assam Achieves 1.2 Crore Saplings Milestone in 8 Hours; CM Sarma Praises Women's Efforts According to Global Forest Watch, Assam recorded…
GUWAHATI: A burglary at the Srimanta Sankar Kristi Bikash Namghar in Guwahati’s Paltan Bazar area has triggered concern among devotees and local residents after unidentified miscreants allegedly broke into the religious institution and ran away with cash. ALSO READ: Eviction Drive Conducted in Guwahati’s Birubari; Over 30 Houses Affected According to reports, the incident took place…
Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda on Friday, June 4, inaugurated ARHI Hospital at Jorabat, marking a landmark moment for healthcare in Meghalaya and the Northeast. The facility is a unit of Far East Wellness Pvt Ltd. Addressing the gathering, Nadda called the inauguration a significant milestone in healthcare delivery for the region, crediting…
