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…
GUWAHATI: The Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC) carried out an eviction drive beneath the Ulubari Flyover on Friday, July 3, to remove unauthorised encroachments and reclaim public space. ALSO READ: Guwahati Police Debunk ₹100 Crore Fake Currency Claim, Seize ₹13.46 Lakh in Counterfeit Notes According to the civic body, the drive was undertaken to restore public…
Most travellers book their ticket, save the confirmation email, and think about the flight again only on the day of travel. Usually, that's enough, but flight schedules can change. Delays happen, departure gates get updated, and arrival times sometimes shift without much notice. Spending a few minutes to check your flight before leaving for…
GUWAHATI: A permanent regional centre building for Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University is set to come up at Purani Gayan Gaon in Jorhat, with the foundation stone laid on Friday, July 3. ALSO READ: Guwahati Police Debunk ₹100 Crore Fake Currency Claim, Seize ₹13.46 Lakh in Counterfeit Notes The new facility will replace the…
GUWAHATI: Contrary to reports suggesting that about ₹100 crore fake Indian foreign currency (FICN) being seized in Guwahati, police officials on Friday, July 3, said a total of ₹13.46 lakh counterfeit notes has been recovered in two different operations. ALSO READ: Two Killed After Green Bus Hits Scooty in Guwahati's Fancy Bazar Five accused, three…
GUWAHATI: A fatal road accident involving a Green Bus claimed the lives of two 19-year-old men in Guwahati's Fancy Bazar area on Friday evening, July 3. ALSO READ: Construction Above Hatishila Shrine Near Guwahati Sparks Environmental and Safety Concerns The deceased have been identified as Akash Boro and Jyotirmay Das, both aged 19. According to…
GUWAHATI: Activist and spiritual practitioner Satya Ranjan Borah has appealed to Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to intervene in alleged illegal construction activities near the Hatishila (Elephant Stone) shrine in Chandrapur, claiming that the project threatens the naturally formed stone structure revered as Lord Ganesha as well as the eco-sensitive zone of the Amchang…
GUWAHATI: A three-day summer camp aimed at promoting inclusive learning and holistic development for children, including those with special needs, concluded in Guwahati on Friday, July 3. The camp brought together around 90 students and offered a mix of recreational, creative and educational activities designed to encourage participation, confidence and social interaction in an…
