GUWAHATI: The Assam government has invoked the National Security Act (NSA) against indigenous land rights activist Pranab Doley, a day after a local court granted him bail in connection with protests against a proposed luxury hotel project near Kaziranga National Park. ALSO READ: Asmita Dey, Harsh Singh Win India's First Commonwealth Games Judo Golds Doley…
GUWAHATI: India enjoyed a strong outing at the Commonwealth Games 2026 on Wednesday, July 29, adding three medals to its tally and strengthening its position in the overall standings. ALSO READ: Ceiling Collapses in GMCH Plastic Surgery Ward, Four Patients Sustain Injuries The day's highlights included Murali Sreeshankar's silver medal in men's long jump, Dilip…
GUWAHATI: A two-day snake rescuer training workshop got underway in Kokrajhar on Wednesday, July 16, marking World Snake Day and bringing together some of the most experienced snake handlers in the state. ALSO READ: Assam Police Becomes Northeast's First Offline Aadhaar Verification Entity Organised under the SERPENT Assam initiative, the programme has drawn around 30…
GUWAHATI: Educator and climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's health has deteriorated after 16 days of his indefinite hunger strike at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, with the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) claiming he has lost 8.2 kg since the protest began. ALSO READ: 3 Assam Rifles Personnel Killed in IED Blast on Convoy in Nagaland; Massive Search Operation…
GUWAHATI: The first day of the Budget Session of the 16th Assam Legislative Assembly witnessed a heated confrontation between Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pijush Hazarika and Raijor Dal MLA Akhil Gogoi during Question Hour over the alleged non-registration of FIRs by Assam Police. ALSO READ: Power Crisis Triggers Congress Walkout on Opening Day of Assam Budget…
GUWAHATI: The opening day of the Budget Session of the 16th Assam Legislative Assembly on Monday witnessed high political drama as Congress legislators staged a walkout after Speaker Ranjeet Kumar Dass rejected an adjournment motion seeking an urgent discussion on the state's worsening power crisis. ALSO READ: Assam, Japan Discuss Cooperation in Semiconductors, Clean Energy…
GUWAHATI: The Red Shield Division, under the aegis of the Spear Corps, organised a security conference at Laipuli on Wednesday, July 1, as part of its ongoing Military-Civil Fusion initiative to strengthen security preparedness ahead of the upcoming Independence Day celebrations. ALSO READ: Opposition Steps Up Pressure Over Guwahati's Maharaja Prithu Flyover Accidents, Seeks Probe…
GUWAHATI: The Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) 2026, scheduled to be held on Sunday, June 28 has been postponed after authorities detected a suspected question paper leak in Bhiwandi, Thane district, prompting a police investigation. ALSO READ: Section 163 BNSS Imposed Near Special TET Exam Centres Across Assam Ahead of June 28 Test The Maharashtra…
GUWAHATI: The Assam State Rural Livelihoods Mission(ASRLM), under the Panchayat and Rural Development Department, will observe the International Day of Yoga on Sunday, June 21 across the state in collaboration with the Department of AYUSH, Government of Assam, with active participation from Self-Help Group (SHG) members. ALSO READ: No AI-Generated Content Found, Says DCP Central;…
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…
GUWAHATI: Marking World Environment Day, Assam is set to witness one of its largest community-led plantation campaigns, with around 35 lakh women expected to plant 1 crore saplings across the state. ALSO READ: BBC Features Assam’s Bagurumba Dance Scene Among 2026’s Most Striking Images The initiative is being led by members of Self-Help Groups (SHGs),…
GUWAHATI: World Dengue Day was observed across the Kamrup Metropolitan district on Saturday, May 16, with a series of awareness programmes aimed at educating students and the public about dengue prevention and control. ALSO READ: One Held in Guwahati Theft Case; Three Stolen Two-Wheelers, Two LPG Cylinders Recovered The event was held at Sonaram Higher Secondary…
GUWAHATI: With just three days remaining before votes are counted in the Assam Assembly elections, the BJP-led NDA may appear poised for another term if exit polls are to be believed—but beneath the surface, the ruling alliance is far from united. ALSO READ: SC Reserves Order on Pawan Khera’s Anticipatory Bail Plea in Assam CM Wife Case…
GUWAHATI: Congress leader Pawan Khera on Thursday, May 14, said he cooperated fully with investigators during his appearance before the Crime Branch and confirmed that he has been summoned again on May 25 in connection with the ongoing probe. ALSO READ: Narcotics Worth ₹21.36 Crore Seized in Guwahati’s Amingaon; Five Arrested Speaking to the media after…
