News Desk Report

CAT Sets Aside Vinay Gupta’s PCCF (Wildlife) Appointment, Orders Promotion of Senior IFS Officer Pavan Kumar

  GUWAHATI: In a major setback for the Assam Forest Department, the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Guwahati Bench, has quashed the appointment of senior Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer Dr. Vinay Gupta as Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF), Wildlife, and Chief Wildlife Warden, holding that a senior officer was unlawfully superseded. ALSO READ: Assam Expands Healthcare…

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Arya Nagar Incident Was an Extortion Case, Not Assamese-Bihari Clash: Guwahati Police

  GUWAHATI: An incident in Guwahati's Arya Nagar that was widely reported as an Assamese-Bihari conflict was actually linked to an extortion case, Deputy Commissioner of Police (West) Balin Deuri said on Monday, June 8. ALSO READ: Cotton University’s Four-Year Degree Programme Under NEP Sparks Debate Over Master's Course Changes Addressing the media, Deuri said that two…

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Assam Expands Healthcare Network Across Tea Gardens: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

  GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday, June 8, reiterated the state government's commitment to improving healthcare access for tea garden workers and their families, highlighting a series of initiatives aimed at bolstering medical infrastructure in tea-growing regions. ALSO READ: Assam Fishery Recruitment Scam: CID Conducts Late-Night Raid at MLA Ramakanta Deuri’s Home In…

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Global Rock Icons Guns N' Roses to Perform in Guwahati on November 17

  GUWAHATI: Legendary rock band Guns N' Roses is set to perform in Guwahati on November 17, 2026, marking a major milestone for Assam's growing live entertainment scene. ALSO READ: GMC Conducts Midnight Eviction Drive at Ganeshguri, Clears Roadside Encroachments The announcement comes after the successful hosting of Post Malone's concert in the state, further strengthening…

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GMC Conducts Midnight Eviction Drive at Ganeshguri, Clears Roadside Encroachments

  GUWAHATI: The Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC) on Sunday, June 7, carried out a midnight eviction drive at Ganeshguri, one of the city's busiest commercial and traffic corridors, to remove roadside encroachments and clear public spaces. ALSO READ: NEET-UG 2026 Retest Under Tight Security; Paper Setters Kept in Isolation Till June 21 Sharing details of the…

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NEET-UG 2026 Retest Under Tight Security; Paper Setters Kept in Isolation Till June 21

  GUWAHATI: The Ministry of Education and the National Testing Agency (NTA) have put in place extensive security measures for the NEET-UG 2026 retest, including isolating all personnel involved in preparing the question paper at a secure undisclosed location until the examination concludes on June 21. ALSO READ: Portfolio Distribution for Assam Council of Ministers Announced…

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Assam Fishery Recruitment Scam: CID Conducts Late-Night Raid at MLA Ramakanta Deuri’s Home

  GUWAHATI: The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) on Sunday night, June 7, conducted a search operation at the residence of BJP MLA Ramakanta Deuri in Assam's Morigaon district as part of its investigation into the alleged Assam Fishery Development Corporation recruitment scam. ALSO READ: Portfolio Distribution for Assam Council of Ministers Announced by CM Sarma The raid…

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Portfolio Distribution for Assam Council of Ministers Announced by CM Sarma

  GUWAHATI: Portfolio allocation for the members of the Assam Council of Ministers was announced on Monday, June 8, following the approval of the Governor of Assam. ALSO READ: EU Delegation Arrives in Assam to Explore Investment Opportunities and Strengthen Northeast Partnerships Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma shared the details through a post on X, outlining the…

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EU Delegation Arrives in Assam to Explore Investment Opportunities and Strengthen Northeast Partnerships

  GUWAHATI: A high-level delegation from the European Union (EU), led by EU Ambassador to India Herve Delphin, arrived in Assam on Monday, June 8, for a two-day visit focused on enhancing economic cooperation and exploring investment opportunities in Northeast India. ALSO READ: Three Conservation Initiatives Undertaken at Manas Tiger Reserve, Including Pygmy Hog Release and Grassland…

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Three Conservation Initiatives Undertaken at Manas Tiger Reserve, Including Pygmy Hog Release and Grassland Restoration Effort

  GUWAHATI: Manas National Park and Tiger Reserve on Sunday, June 7, witnessed three significant conservation milestones, underscoring its commitment to wildlife protection, habitat restoration and sustainable conservation management. ALSO READ: Assam Cabinet Portfolios To Be Allocated on June 8, Assam CM Sarma Announces The day was marked by the release of 15 captive-bred pygmy hogs…

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NEP 2020's Multidisciplinary Push: Are Standalone Teacher Education Institutions Being Left Behind?

  The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 has introduced a transformative vision for higher education in India. Among its most significant reforms is the emphasis on multidisciplinary education, marking a clear departure from the traditional model of specialised institutions dedicated to single disciplines such as engineering, medicine, law, or teacher education. For decades, standalone institutions…

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Assam Cabinet Portfolios To Be Allocated on June 8, Assam CM Sarma Announces

  GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday, June 8, announced that portfolios will be allocated to the newly inducted ministers on Monday, enabling the expanded Cabinet to begin functioning in full capacity. ALSO READ: Southwest Monsoon Advances Further Into Assam, More Rain Likely: IMD In a post on X, Sarma said, “Today, we…

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Southwest Monsoon Advances Further Into Assam, More Rain Likely: IMD

  GUWAHATI: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has reported further advancement of the Southwest Monsoon, with the seasonal rains covering additional parts of Northeast India and the Bay of Bengal region. ALSO READ: At Least Three Dead After 7.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Southern Philippines According to the IMD, the Southwest Monsoon advanced on June 7 into…

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At Least Three Dead After 7.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Southern Philippines

  GUWAHATI: At least three people were killed and more than 200 injured after a powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the southern Philippines on Monday, June 8, triggering tsunami warnings across the region, forcing coastal evacuations and disrupting power and communication services near the epicentre. ALSO READ: Four Drug Peddlers Arrested, 111 Grams Heroin Seized in…

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Special Assam TET 2026 for LP, UP Levels to Be Held on June 28; Admit Cards Out from June 12

  GUWAHATI: The written examination for the Special Assam Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) 2026 for Lower Primary (LP) and Upper Primary (UP) levels will be held on June 28 for candidates of Bodo, Garo, Manipuri and Hmar mediums, according to an official notification issued by the authorities. ALSO READ: Assam Assigns Guardian District Portfolios to Ministers; District-Wise…

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Guwahati to Host EU Ambassadors, Business Leaders on June 8-9

  GUWAHATI: A high-level delegation of European Union (EU) ambassadors, senior diplomats and business leaders will visit Guwahati on June 8 and 9 to explore trade, investment and industrial collaboration opportunities in Assam and the wider North-East, signalling growing European interest in the region's emerging manufacturing and innovation ecosystem. ALSO READ: Saplings Planted in Shape of…

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Saplings Planted in Shape of India Map Mark World Environment Day in Mawphlang

  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…

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Four Drug Peddlers Arrested, 111 Grams Heroin Seized in Guwahati's Khanapara

  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…

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Indian Women’s Football Team Reclaim SAFF Championship Title With 3-1 Win Over Bangladesh

  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…

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Assam Assigns Guardian District Portfolios to Ministers; District-Wise Allocations Announced

  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…

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