GUWAHATI: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Sunday, August 9, announced a fresh investigation into the rape and murder of a doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata, two years after the incident. ALSO READ: Assam’s Ashmita Chaliha Becomes First Indian to Win Korea Masters 2026 Badminton Title Adhikari said the…
GUWAHATI: India has crossed the 300 GW milestone in installed non-fossil fuel-based electricity generation capacity, reaching 300.50 GW as of July 31, 2026, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) said on Sunday, August 9. ALSO READ: UPI Payments to Remain Free for Users, Government Says The achievement takes India past 60% of its…
GUWAHATI: The government on Saturday clarified that Unified Payments Interface (UPI) users will not have to pay any transaction charges for making digital payments, amid concerns over a proposed amendment to the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007. ALSO READ: Assam’s Ashmita Chaliha Becomes First Indian to Win Korea Masters 2026 Badminton Title The Finance…
GUWAHATI: Indian badminton player Ashmita Chaliha created history on Sunday by becoming the first Indian to win the Korea Masters 2026 badminton tournament, defeating China’s Han Qianxi 14-21, 21-14, 21-14 in the women’s singles final. ALSO READ: BIS Raids Illegal Hallmarking Centre in Assam's Goalpara, Seizes Fake BIS-Marked Jewellery The 26-year-old Assam shuttler rallied from…
GUWAHATI: The Meghalaya government will set up a new Meghalaya House in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, to meet the growing demand for accommodation among people from the state travelling to Mumbai for medical treatment, education, official work, business and tourism. ALSO READ: BIS Raids Illegal Hallmarking Centre in Assam's Goalpara, Seizes Fake BIS-Marked Jewellery The foundation…
GUWAHATI: The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Guwahati Branch Office, conducted a search and seizure operation at an unauthorised hallmarking centre in Agia, Goalpara, on August 7, seizing equipment and jewellery allegedly used for fake hallmarking. The raid was conducted at the premises of M/s Paul Hallmarking Centre following several complaints regarding alleged violations…
GUWAHATI: The Assam government has ordered a major reshuffle in the state police department, transferring and reassigning a large number of IPS and APS officers across various senior positions, including IG, DIG and SSP-level posts. ALSO READ: NEUFC Beat Karbi Anglong Morning Star 4-1 in Durand Cup at Guwahati's Sarusajai > Ratna Singha, IPS, Deputy…
GUWAHATI: Fresh landslides struck Burhapahar in Assam's Nagaon district on Saturday morning after continuous heavy rainfall, disrupting traffic along a crucial national highway stretch. ALSO READ: Assam's Ashmita Chaliha Assured of Silver, Enters Korea Masters Super 300 Final According to reports, incessant rain since the early hours triggered landslides at five locations, sending rocks and…
GUWAHATI: Assam's Ashmita Chaliha has assured India of at least a silver medal after storming into the women's singles final of the Korea Masters Super 300 on Saturday, August 8, with a hard-fought victory over compatriot Rakshitha Ramraj. ALSO READ: New Bill Seeks To Restrict Social Media Access For Children Under 13 The 26-year-old shuttler defeated…
GUWAHATI: Children below the age of 13 could soon be barred from creating accounts on social media and online gaming platforms without verified parental consent, under a new private member's bill introduced in Parliament. ALSO READ: Rishabh Pant Seeks CM Dhami’s Help After 3-Year Struggle to Buy Land in Uttarakhand BJP MP Baijayant Panda has…
I watched Spider-Man: Brand New Day with high expectations, as I have always enjoyed the Spider-Man franchise. Unfortunately, the film does not fully live up to those expectations. It is not a bad movie, but it also does not stand among the best Spider-Man films. ALSO READ: Movie Review | The Odyssey The story starts on…
GUWAHATI: Indian cricketer Rishabh Pant has sought the intervention of Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami to help him acquire land in the state, saying he wants to move his base from Delhi back to his native Uttarakhand. ALSO READ: Assam Likely To Receive Heavy Rain, IMD Predicts Very Heavy Rain On August 13-14 Pant, who hails…
GUWAHATI: Assam is likely to receive heavy rainfall over the coming days, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting isolated heavy rain until August 12 and isolated very heavy rain on August 13 and 14. ALSO READ: Manipur’s Ariha Pangambam Becomes First Indian to Win Gold at Aerobic Gymnastics Asian Championships In its August 8…
Repeated flooding at Jorabat raises questions over drainage failures, construction impact, and the future of a key Assam-Meghalaya gateway For thousands of commuters, transporters and businesses passing through Jorabat every day, the biggest uncertainty during the monsoon is no longer the rain itself, it is whether the road will remain accessible. ALSO READ: Who Speaks…
Two community dogs found dead in Beltola spark outrage, raising questions over animal cruelty and accountability Kaani was 12 years old, partially blind, sterilised and vaccinated. She had spent most of her life being fed and cared for by residents of Lakhimi Path in Beltola. Known by name at tea stalls and along the…
GUWAHATI: Manipur gymnast Ariha Pangambam has created history by becoming the first Indian gymnast to win a gold medal in the senior women’s individual event at the Aerobic Gymnastics Asian Championships. ALSO READ: Four Drug Peddlers Arrested in Separate Operations Across Guwahati The 22-year-old Indian gymnast secured the title at the 10th Aerobic Gymnastics Asian Championships in…
Recognising developmental delays early can help children access support and build essential skills for everyday life A child’s earliest years are a crucial period of growth, marked by rapid development in learning, communication, movement and social interaction. From tracking objects with their eyes and recognising familiar faces to understanding cause and effect, identifying colours…
Kamrup sees a surge in cattle seizures as police intensify crackdown on suspected illegal transport networks Cattle smuggling has emerged as a major law and order concern across North Guwahati and parts of Kamrup district, with police stations and outposts reporting a series of interceptions involving trucks carrying livestock without valid documents, often under…
GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday, August 8, said the state government will send a proposal to the Centre in New Delhi within the next two months, seeking to reduce the Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) around Kaziranga National Park from the existing 10 km to 1 km. ALSO READ: Guwahati's Bhaskarnagar to Witness 'Xopunor…
GUWAHATI: Guwahati will witness the theme "Xopunor Axom – Bappar Agomon" during this year's Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations at Bhaskarnagar, Aadi Path Opposite Bhaskarnagar Field from September 14. The theme has been conceptualised to showcase the rich culture, traditions and heritage of Assam while celebrating the arrival of Lord Ganesha. ALSO READ: Trump Signs Executive Order…
