GUWAHATI: The GST Intelligence and Enforcement Unit, Assam, has been conducting an investigation at M/S Bhagya Traders, a government works contract firm based in Dispur, since October 29, over the suspected fraudulent availment of Input Tax Credit (ITC) worth ₹5.34 crore. ALSO READ: Guwahati Citizens Rally Against Siang Dam, Demand Release of Detained Arunachal Protesters…
GUWAHATI: More than 100 citizens gathered in front of Cotton University in Guwahati on Friday evening, October 30, to express solidarity with the people's movement against the proposed 11,200 MW Siang Upper Multipurpose Project in Arunachal Pradesh. They demanded the immediate scrapping of the project and respect for the democratic voice of local people….
GUWAHATI: The Supreme Court has expressed concern on October 30, over the growing trend of criminal cases being filed after relationships between consenting adults break down, observing that physical intimacy during a consensual relationship cannot retrospectively be termed rape merely because the relationship ends. ALSO READ: Assam Launches Third Edition of Khel Maharan, Competitions to…
GUWAHATI: The Assam government on October 30 unveiled the third edition of Khel Maharan, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Sports Minister Biswajit Daimary inaugurating the event at the Damodar Dev International Auditorium, Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra, Guwahati. ALSO READ: 36 Suspected Bangladeshi Nationals Detained in Assam's Dhubri The launch programme featured the unveiling of…
News coverage must evolve to reflect the changing concerns of Guwahati and its surrounding regions In a city where headlines often revolve around political developments, crime incidents, traffic congestion and major public events, there are several stories that remain underrepresented in mainstream news coverage. From students struggling with scholarships and institutional infrastructure to the…
Northeast tourism potential takes centre stage at 14th International Tourism Mart in Tawang The North Eastern Region's tourism potential, growing visitor numbers and opportunities for sustainable livelihoods took centre stage as the 14th International Tourism Mart (ITM) was inaugurated in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh, on Thursday, October 29. Union Tourism and Culture Minister Gajendra Singh…
Guwahati libraries adapt to changing student habits in the digital learning era In an age where almost every piece of information is just a Google search away, the traditional image of students spending hours inside college libraries, surrounded by shelves of books and handwritten notes, is gradually changing. With smartphones, laptops and digital platforms…
Guwahati killings put spotlight on financial disputes as a trigger for violence In a city that prides itself on being the gateway to the Northeast, the night of October 26 has left a wound that will take long to heal. Five people were killed and one injured in a shooting at Hotel Bilas Inn…
GUWAHATI: Dhubri district police detained 36 suspected Bangladeshi nationals at Jogomaya Ghat on October 30 after acting on specific intelligence inputs about their movement. The individuals were intercepted shortly after arriving at the ghat in a mechanised boat from Hatsingimari. ALSO READ: Centre Directs Assam, Nagaland to Probe into Mining and Deforestation Along Dikhow River…
GUWAHATIl Five Agriculture Development Officers (ADOs) in Hailakandi have been served 36-hour show-cause notices for allegedly neglecting field duties and failing to carry out mandatory farmer registration work. ALSO READ: Eighteen Years Since the Blasts, Assam Remembers the Victims of October 30 The notices were issued to Akashdeep Karigapsa, Aditya Bezbaruah, Rajibul Haque Molla, Priyanku…
GUWAHATI: The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has directed authorities in Assam and Nagaland to investigate alleged ecological degradation in the upper catchment of the Dikhow River along the inter-state border and take appropriate action against any violations. ALSO READ: Two Maharashtra Men Arrested at Guwahati ISBT with Fake ₹500 Notes The…
Loans have become an important part of modern financial planning. Whether someone wants to purchase a home, buy a vehicle, pay for higher education, or manage an unexpected expense, borrowing money can provide the financial support needed at the right time. However, choosing the right loan requires more than simply finding a lender who offers…
The Indian real estate market is constantly changing, influenced by property price movements, infrastructure development, government policies, new project launches, and evolving buyer preferences. Whether you are planning to purchase a home, invest in a residential plot, or explore opportunities in commercial property, having access to reliable and updated information can help you make better…
GUWAHATI: Gorchuk Police arrested two men from Thane in Maharashtra at the Inter State Bus Terminus (ISBT) in Guwahati on Thursday, October 29, and seized eight bundles of suspected counterfeit ₹500 notes, Guwahati Police said. ALSO READ: Assam: 5 Agriculture Officers in Hailakandi Face Suspension Warning Over Negligence A team from Gorchuk police station intercepted…
GUWAHATI: Assam on Friday, October 30, marked the 18th anniversary of the serial bomb blasts that killed at least 81 people and injured more than 470 across the state in 2008. ALSO READ: Flood Alert Issued in Assam, West Bengal After Glacial Lake Outburst in Bhutan The coordinated explosions rocked Guwahati and several parts of…
GUWAHATI: A Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) reported in Bhutan has raised concerns in India, prompting the Central Water Commission (CWC) to issue a special flood advisory for Assam and West Bengal over a possible sudden rise in water levels of the Sankosh River. ALSO READ: Sir Patrick Stewart, Legendary Actor of Star Trek and…
GUWAHATI: Sir Patrick Stewart, the acclaimed British actor known for his roles as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek and Professor Charles Xavier in the X-Men franchise, has died at the age of 86. ALSO READ: Traffic Restrictions, Parking Rules Announced Ahead of Sunidhi Chauhan’s Guwahati Concert Stewart died at his home in Los Angeles…
GUWAHATI: The Guwahati Traffic Police have issued a traffic advisory ahead of Bollywood singer Sunidhi Chauhan’s ‘I Am Home Tour’ concert, scheduled for October 31, at the Veterinary College Playground in Khanapara. ALSO READ: Opium Worth ₹3 Crore Found Hidden in Vehicle’s Spare Wheel at Amingaon in North Guwahati The restrictions will come into effect…
GUWAHATI: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Thursday, October 29, reported that Cyclone Arnab had weakened into a depression over south Chhattisgarh and adjoining south Odisha. ALSO READ: Opium Worth ₹3 Crore Found Hidden in Vehicle’s Spare Wheel at Amingaon in North Guwahati According to the IMD bulletin, the system was centred around 40 km…
GUWAHATI: The Special Task Force (STF) of Assam Police intercepted a vehicle at Amingaon and seized 20.432 kg of opium concealed inside its spare wheel. ALSO READ: Normal Train Operations Restored in Lumding–Badarpur Hill Section After Locomotive Derailment The opium has an estimated street value of ₹3 crore. Chief Minister's Office, Assam, announced the seizure…
