GUWAHATI: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday, July 5, issued a Yellow Alert for heat wave conditions in 30 districts of Assam, warning of above-normal temperatures and hot, humid weather over the next two days. ALSO READ: Kaziranga's Veteran Patrol Elephant Joymala Dies After 34 Years of Service According to an IMD press release,…
GUWAHATI: Joymala, one of Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve's longest-serving patrol elephants, died on Saturday night after serving the protected area for 34 years. ALSO READ: Centre Issues Notice to Meta Over Alleged Child Sexual Abuse Material in Instagram Ads According to a press release issued by the park authorities, Joymala was born in…
GUWAHATI: The Centre has issued a notice to Meta over the alleged presence of Child Sexual Exploitative and Abuse Material (CSEAM) in paid advertisements on Instagram, seeking a detailed explanation from the technology company within seven days, according to reports on Sunday, July 5. ALSO READ: Guwahati to Host BRICS Anti-Drug Agencies Meeting on July…
GUWAHATI: India will host the BRICS Heads of Anti-Drug Agencies Meeting in Guwahati, on July 6 and 7, bringing together the heads of anti-drug agencies and senior officials from BRICS member countries to strengthen international cooperation against drug trafficking. ALSO READ: Assam: Jorhat Forest Official Suspended After Alleged Viral Phone Call Sparks Probe Hosted by…
GUWAHATI: A Forester-II of the Jorhat Forest Division has been placed under suspension after a purported phone conversation allegedly revealing misconduct went viral on social media. ALSO READ: Four Drug Peddlers Arrested in Separate Heroin Seizures in Guwahati According to an office order issued by the Divisional Forest Officer (DFO), Jorhat Division, Forester-II Montu…
GUWAHATI: Guwahati Police arrested four alleged drug peddlers in two separate operations carried out by personnel of Panbazar Police Station, recovering over 60 grams of suspected heroin and several empty vials. ALSO READ: Vaibhav Suryavanshi Becomes Youngest-Ever Indian to Debut in International Cricket In the first operation, a team from Panbazar Police Station arrested three…
GUWAHATI: Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi on Saturday, July 4, became the youngest player to represent India in international cricket after making his debut in the second T20I against England at Old Trafford. ALSO READ: Superbike Collides with Road Cleaning Truck on Guwahati's Rukminigaon Flyover, One Dead The left-handed batter was handed his maiden international cap by…
GUWAHATI: A high-speed collision between a Superbike and a road cleaning truck on the downtown flyover in Rukminigaon left the bike rider dead on the spot in the early hours of Saturday, July 4th, around 1 am. ALSO READ: Kamrup (M) Administration Directs Concerned Authorities to Inspect Maharaj Prithu Flyover, Others After Recent Accidents According…
GUWAHATI: Kamrup Metropolitan District Commissioner Swapneel Paul has directed the concerned departments to inspect the Maharaja Prithu Flyover connecting Noonmati-Dighalipukhuri and ensure that no vehicle users face accidents during the rainy season. ALSO READ: Late-Night Noise, Crowding at CM FIFA Fan Park in Guwahati Raise Concerns Among Nearby Residents During a meeting of the District…
GUWAHATI: The Assam Government on Saturday, July 4, reviewed the GIS-based Comprehensive Drainage Master Plan for Guwahati and the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the Bahini-Bharalu Basin as part of its efforts to tackle the city's recurring waterlogging problem. ALSO READ: Flood Situation Improves in Assam, Only Dhemaji Remains Affected The review meeting, chaired by…
GUWAHATI: The flood situation in Assam has improved significantly, with only Dhemaji district remaining affected as floodwaters receded across the state, according to the latest flood bulletin. ALSO READ: Guwahati Police Arrest Repeat Offender in Armed Extortion Case, Seize Massive Arms Cache While seven districts- Dhemaji, Nalbari, Dibrugarh, Chirang, Lakhimpur, Kokrajhar and Biswanath- were affected…
GUWAHATI: The Central Police District of Guwahati Commissionerate on Saturday, July 4, has arrested 39-year-old Avik Das, alias Abhimanyu Das, in connection with a case of armed extortion, physical assault, and wrongful confinement. A subsequent raid at his residence in Chapaidong, Bonda, led to his apprehension and the seizure of a large cache of…
GUWAHATI: The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has issued a set of important instructions for candidates appearing in the Combined Competitive Examination (Preliminary), 2025, scheduled to be held on July 5. ALSO READ: Fake Currency Key Accused Injured In Guwahati Police Firing While Attempting To Flee According to the notification issued on July 3 by…
Assam has built world-class cricket infrastructure, now it's time to build players There was a time when Assam lacked both quality cricketing infrastructure and players capable of representing the state at the national level. Today, however, the infrastructure deficit has been addressed remarkably well. Cricket-specific stadiums and training facilities are now coming up across…
GUWAHATI: Ajay Biswakarma, one of the key accused in the recent fake Indian currency note (FICN) racket in Guwahati, was injured in a police encounter after he attempted to flee from police custody. ALSO READ: Assam: African Swine Fever Spreads to Lakhimpur and Nagaon, Curbs Imposed to Contain Outbreak "During interrogation, he revealed about a…
The charm of Enola Holmes 3 lies in its ability to balance light-hearted adventure with emotional growth. Honestly, I had mixed feelings about the film, but it continues Enola's journey in a way that makes her feel more grown-up and confident. She is no longer just Sherlock Holmes' younger sister trying to prove herself, but…
Adoption is growing in Guwahati, but myths and misconceptions still keep many families from taking the step Adoption may be a single word, but the journey behind it is anything but simple. It is a life-changing decision marked by hope, uncertainty, patience and a range of emotions for both the prospective parents and the…
GUWAHATI: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B) has issued a notice to messaging platform Telegram over the alleged widespread dissemination of pirated films, OTT content and other copyrighted audio-visual material through its platform. ALSO READ: Fever Patient Administered with Kidney Medication at GMCH, Probe Ordered The Ministry has reportedly directed Telegram to take corrective…
GUWAHATI: A case of alleged medical negligence has surfaced at the Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), where a woman admitted with fever was reportedly administered injections prescribed for a kidney patient, leading to a deterioration in her health. ALSO READ: Eviction Drive Conducted Under Guwahati’s Ulubari Flyover to Remove Illegal Encroachment The patient, identified…
Guwahati’s grand urban redesign dream faces a reality check The idea of redesigning Guwahati is as ambitious as it is unsettling. For a city that has grown organically, and often chaotically over decades, the promise of a structured, modern and decongested urban future is undeniably appealing on paper. But beneath the glossy projections and…
