GUWAHATI: Fuel prices across India witnessed another hike on Tuesday, May 19, with petrol and diesel rates increasing by nearly ₹1 per litre in several major cities, adding to the financial strain on consumers already grappling with inflation and rising household expenses. In Guwahati, petrol prices increased from ₹101.20 to ₹102.11 per litre, while diesel rates…
GUWAHATI: The Assam Cricket Museum was formally inaugurated on Sunday, May 18, at the 91 Yards Club inside the ACA Stadium Complex at Barsapara in Guwahati, marking a significant milestone for cricket in the state. On the occasion, a special documentary titled “The Golden Innings- Legacy of Assam Cricket” was also officially released. Chief Minister…
GUWAHATI: The Union government has moved a step closer towards introducing a Water Metro system in Guwahati, placing the Assam capital in the first phase of a proposed nationwide rollout that aims to bring water-based public transport to 18 cities across India. The announcement came after Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal chaired…
GUWAHATI: The Gauhati High Court on Monday, May 18, heard the bail petition of Shekharjyoti Goswami, one of the accused in the case linked to the death of singer Zubeen Garg. The court is likely to pronounce its order on the plea on May 28. The High Court will also pass its order on the framing…
GUWAHATI: A devastating fire broke out at Sonai Mikir Road in Guwahati’s Satgaon area on Monday, May 18 at around 11 AM. Speaking to GPlus, the officer in-charge of Satgaon Police Station said, "The blaze originated at a rented house belonging to Prabin Rongpi, where six tenant families were residing." She added that the fire…
GUWAHATI: Lakkhipriya Road in Satgaon has been in a severely dilapidated condition for a long time, significantly affecting daily movement and restricting access for emergency and essential services in the area. The stretch is marked by extensive mud accumulation and persistent waterlogging, making it difficult for ambulances, fire service vehicles and commuters to navigate the…
GUWAHATI: NorthEast United FC will play their final match of the 2025-26 Indian Super League season on Tuesday, May 19, against Mohammedan SC at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati, seeking to end a difficult campaign on a positive note. With the league’s future mired in uncertainty, the Guwahati-based club aims to close out a…
GUWAHATI: Three wild elephants strayed from the nearby Amsang Wildlife Sanctuary into the Army Cantonment area of Satgaon in Guwahati on Sunday night, May 17, raising serious concern among local residents and commuters. The tuskers were spotted moving through the streets of the cantonment area, where one of the elephants came dangerously close to a man…
GUWAHATI: The Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC) has approved the naming and renaming of seven roads and bylanes across different parts of the city, including areas such as Zoo Road, Beltola, Maligaon and Rehabari. According to an official notification issued by the GMC, the decision was finalised after no objections or complaints were received following a…
GUWAHATI: The 14th meeting of the High-Powered Review Board (HPRB) of the Brahmaputra Board will be held in Guwahati on Tuesday, May 19, to review the progress of river basin management initiatives and discuss the future roadmap of the Board, according to a press release on Monday, May 19. The meeting will be chaired by…
GUWAHATI: A suspected drug peddler, who was also wanted in a theft case, was arrested by Palashbari Police with 41 suspected heroin vials weighing 47.28 grams, a four-wheeler, and four mobile phones seized from his possession. The accused has been identified as 27-year-old Idul Ali of Bongora Jagalia under the jurisdiction of Palashbari Police Station. …
GUWAHATI: Residents and commuters using Tripura Road in Guwahati’s Beltola area have long complained about heaps of garbage dumped along the busy stretch, which currently functions as a transit point for the Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC). The roadside waste accumulation has raised concerns over foul smell, unhygienic conditions, and inconvenience to daily commuters and pedestrians….
