NHAI Undertakes Pothole Repair, Pavement Maintenance Work on NH-27 Stretch Near Guwahati

  GUWAHATI: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) on Wednesday, June 3, commenced pothole repair and pavement maintenance work along the Baihata–Jalukbari stretch of National Highway 27 (NH-27) under the jurisdiction of the Project Implementation Unit (PIU), Guwahati. ALSO READ: Truck Overturns on Hilly Stretch in Sonapur Near Guwahati After Overtaking Attempt; Driver Safe The maintenance…

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Adults Voluntarily Engaged in Consensual Sex Work Not Illegal, Cannot Be Harassed: Supreme Court

  GUWAHATI: The Supreme Court has issued a comprehensive set of directions aimed at strengthening India’s fight against human trafficking and ensuring the protection and rehabilitation of survivors of sexual exploitation. ALSO READ: Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers Rises to 149.9 in April 2026; Inflation Hits 4.46% The landmark directions were passed while hearing a public…

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Waterlogging Persists on Guwahati's GNB Road Despite Ongoing Drainage Work

  GUWAHATI: Just an hour of rainfall on Saturday, May 23, led to severe waterlogging on Guwahati’s GNB Road, causing traffic congestion and inconvenience for commuters and local residents. ALSO READ: Third Fuel Price Hike This Month Pushes Petrol to ₹103.01, Diesel to ₹94.39 in Guwahati Residents say the drainage situation has not improved significantly despite the…

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Gauhati High Court Issues Fresh Guidelines on Court Functioning, Work Roster and Fuel Use

  GUWAHATI: The Gauhati High Court, on Thursday, May 21, issued a new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) introducing virtual hearings, staff roster regulations, and fuel conservation measures across its Principal Seat, outlying benches, and district courts under its jurisdiction. ALSO READ: Cycle Factory–Lal Ganesh Flyover to Be Inaugurated in Guwahati Today The notification follows a communication from…

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Bodo Translation of Dr Bhabendra Nath Saikia’s Work Released at Gauhati University

  GUWAHATI: A Bodo translation of the literary work of noted Assamese writer Dr Bhabendra Nath Saikia was officially released at Gauhati University during a programme organised by the Department of Modern Indian Languages and Literary Studies. ALSO READ: Nearly 3 Lakh E-Cigarettes Worth ₹120 Crore Seized Across Four States in India The translated book, titled…

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Old Saraighat Bridge to Remain Fully Closed Overnight for Emergency Repair Work

  GUWAHATI: Vehicular movement on the old Saraighat Bridge will remain completely suspended for eight hours from Thursday night, May 21, due to emergency repair work being undertaken by the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR). ALSO READ: Ranjeet Kumar Dass Elected Speaker of 16th Assam Legislative Assembly Unanimously According to an official communication issued by the Office…

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CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Reviews Development Work at ‘Zubeen Kshetra’ Memorial Site in Sonapur near Guwahati

  GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday, May 20, visited the proposed ‘Zubeen Kshetra’ memorial site at Komarkuchi in Sonapur and reviewed the progress of development works being undertaken at the location. ALSO READ: Arunachal Athlete Qualifies for 2026 Asian Games, Becomes First Indian With Back-to-Back Asian Taekwondo Championship Medals Addressing the media…

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Storm Damages APDCL Control Room in Assam’s Kokrajhar, Restoration Work Underway

  GUWAHATI: Restoration work is underway at the old Power House building in Assam’s Kokrajhar after severe weather conditions damaged the control room of the Assam Power Distribution Company Limited (APDCL) on Sunday evening, May 17. ALSO READ: AIUDF President Badruddin Ajmal Hospitalised in Mumbai After Falling Ill Strong winds during the storm blew away the tin…

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