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Factional feud rocks Assam Congress; blames MLA Zubair Anam camp for Hailakandi uproar

May 30, 2026

A Congress election review meeting in Assam's Hailakandi district witnessed disruption and heated exchanges on May 30, exposing apparent differences within the party's district unit.

Golden langur deaths raise conservation concerns along road project in Sikhna Jwhwlao National Park

Golden langur deaths raise conservation concerns along road project in Sikhna Jwhwlao National Park

May 30, 2026

Concerns are mounting among conservationists and local residents over the increasing number of Golden Langur fatalities along the Bismuri–Saralpara Road passing through Sikhna Jwhwlao National Park, where an ongoing road widening project is being undertaken.

Section 163 imposed in erosion-hit Hatimura area of Assam's Kaliabor

Section 163 imposed in erosion-hit Hatimura area of Assam's Kaliabor

May 30, 2026

The Kaliabor administration has imposed Section 163 in Assam's erosion-hit Hatimura area after riverbank damage worsened. The curbs ban gatherings and will stay through the monsoon as officials warn of legal action for violations.

Youth held with 387 litres of suspected illegal thinner in Assam's Makum

May 30, 2026

Police seized a large quantity of suspected illegally transported thinner and detained a youth during an operation near Betjan Bypass Chariali in Makum on the afternoon of May 30.

Five held in Assam's Nagaon with suspected burglary tools during late-night vehicle check

Five held in Assam's Nagaon with suspected burglary tools during late-night vehicle check

May 30, 2026

Nagaon Police detained five persons after recovering a cache of tools and equipment suspected to be intended for use in a dacoity or burglary during a late-night naka checking operation near Borghat bypass.

Mine closure advisory committee reviews rehabilitation, livelihood plans in Assam's Margherita

Mine closure advisory committee reviews rehabilitation, livelihood plans in Assam's Margherita

May 30, 2026

A meeting of the Mine Closure Advisory Committee constituted under the Mine Closure Guidelines, 2025 was held at the office of the Chief General Manager of North Eastern Coalfields (NEC) in Margherita on May 30 to review mine closure activities and discuss long-term socio-economic sustainability measures for mining-affected communities.

Assam: Morigaon's District Institute of Education and Training to host international environment seminar

May 30, 2026

The District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Morigaon, in collaboration with Cotton University and Bodoland University, will organise a two-day international seminar on June 5 and 6 to mark World Environment Day.

Three-day NEP 2020 faculty development conclave begins at Bodoland University

May 30, 2026

A three-day faculty development conclave and training programme on the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 began at Bodoland University on May 30 with a focus on strengthening higher education and enhancing the professional capabilities of educators across the Bodoland Territorial Region.

Bodoland University dismisses allegations over PhD degrees, terms reports misleading

May 30, 2026

Bodoland University Vice-Chancellor B.L. Ahuja has strongly refuted recent media reports alleging irregularities in the awarding of doctoral (PhD) degrees by the university, describing the claims as baseless, misleading and aimed at tarnishing the institution’s reputation.

Congress-BJP workers clash at Assam's Samaguri; MLA's review meeting cancelled

May 30, 2026

Tension prevailed outside the Garajan Development Block office in Assam's Nagaon district on Saturday following a clash between Congress and BJP workers ahead of a review meeting scheduled to be attended by Samaguri MLA Tanzil Hussain.

Five injured after passenger vehicle plunges into ditch in Assam's Kokrajhar

May 30, 2026

At least five people were injured in a road accident near Ultapani along the Bishmuri–Saralpara road in the Sikhna Jwhwlao National Park area of Assam's Kokrajhar district on May 30.

From forest gatherers to entrepreneurs: Hahim’s tribal women build new livelihoods

May 30, 2026

In the remote border village of Hahim, nestled along the Assam-Meghalaya frontier, a quiet transformation is taking shape. For nearly 50 tribal women, the forests that have sustained their families for generations are now becoming a pathway to entrepreneurship, financial independence, and renewed confidence.

Assam man beaten to death in Tamil Nadu village; three detained

Assam man beaten to death in Tamil Nadu village; three detained

May 30, 2026

A 35-year-old man from Assam allegedly died after being assaulted by relatives of two women and local residents in Tamil Nadu's Tiruvallur district, police said on May 30.

Two youths killed as speeding motorcycle crashes into tree in Assam's Moran

Two youths killed as speeding motorcycle crashes into tree in Assam's Moran

May 30, 2026

Two youths were killed after a speeding motorcycle crashed into a roadside tree at Amguri in Assam's Moran area. The deaths left families and local residents in shock as police began investigating the circumstances.

'Foxtail Orchid' colour theme to fetch 50 marks in GMC Swachhata contest; household garbage fee slashed to Rs 30

'Foxtail Orchid' colour theme to fetch 50 marks in GMC Swachhata contest; household garbage fee slashed to Rs 30

May 30, 2026

The Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC) on May 30 launched a community-based Swachhata Competition involving Mahila Samitis, Unnayan Samitis, Nagarik Samitis and local clubs as part of efforts to strengthen public participation under the Swachh Survekshan programme.

Former TMC Assam chief Abhijit Majumdar resigns, alleges party has lost original vision

May 30, 2026

Former Trinamool Congress (TMC) Assam president Abhijit Majumdar has resigned from the party, alleging that it has deviated from its original principles and become increasingly focused on sectarian politics.

Assam: Severe erosion in Goalpara's Jaleswar threatens historic market and farmlands

May 30, 2026

Riverbank erosion has taken a serious turn in Jaleswar of Assam's Goalpara district as rising water levels in the Brahmaputra continue to eat away at vast stretches of land, posing a major threat to local communities and infrastructure.

Former BTC Executive Member accused of mentally harassing son and daughter-in-law in Assam's Gossaigaon

May 30, 2026

Allegations of mental and physical harassment against the family of a former executive member have triggered strong reactions in Assam's Gossaigaon, at a time when the state government is emphasising women's rights and protection through legal reforms.

Speaker Ranjeet Kumar Dass orders removal of 12 staff amid Assam Assembly overhaul

Speaker Ranjeet Kumar Dass orders removal of 12 staff amid Assam Assembly overhaul

May 30, 2026

The Assam Legislative Assembly Secretariat has relieved 12 retired officers and employees who had been re-employed on contractual assignments, marking the beginning of a significant administrative restructuring under newly elected Speaker Ranjeet Kumar Dass.

Assam’s wildlife tourism boosts local economy as visitor numbers cross 1 lakh at Manas and Pobitora: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam’s wildlife tourism boosts local economy as visitor numbers cross 1 lakh at Manas and Pobitora: Himanta Biswa Sarma

May 30, 2026

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said more than one lakh tourists visited Manas and Pobitora. He said the surge is expanding livelihoods, enterprise and conservation-linked growth in Assam.

Kamrup conducts Census 2027 training programme for officials

Kamrup conducts Census 2027 training programme for officials

May 30, 2026

 The three-day training programme for District and Charge Census Officers, along with Clerical Assistants, on House Listing and Housing Operations (HLO) of Census 2027 is being conducted at the Bio-Tech Park, Amingaon, to strengthen preparedness for the upcoming Census exercise.