Sivasagar admin to act against encroachment at historic Jamuna wetland on November 7
Nov 07, 2026The Sivasagar district administration will launch an eviction drive at the historic Jamuna wetland on November 7 to remove alleged encroachments, following a decision taken at a meeting between the administration and the All Tai Ahom Students' Union (ATASU).
Assam declares local holiday in Kamrup Metro on November 9 for Diwali
Nov 07, 2026The Assam government has declared a local holiday in Kamrup (Metropolitan) district on Monday, November 9, on account of Diwali. All state government offices, educational institutions and financial institutions in the district will remain closed on the day.
Massive fire breaks out at City Dhaba outlet in Guwahati, at least five nearby establishments gutted
Nov 07, 2026A massive fire broke out at a City Dhaba outlet in Guwahati's Bhangagarh area early on Saturday, November 7 morning, reportedly following a gas cylinder explosion. The blaze spread to nearby establishments, gutting at least five shops, according to preliminary reports.
ATTSA protests in Kaliabor tea estates, accuses Assam government of failing to honour promises to workers
Nov 07, 2026The Assam Tea Tribes Students’ Association (ATTSA) staged protests at two tea estates in Assam’s Kaliabor on Saturday, November 7 accusing the BJP-led state government of failing to fulfil its promises on land rights, wage revision and Scheduled Tribe (ST) status for the tea community.
Assam: Two suspected drug peddlers arrested in police raid at Juria’s Udmari Balugutia
Nov 07, 2026Juria Police arrested two suspected drug peddlers during a raid in Udmari Balugutia. The seizure has prompted questioning and efforts to trace others allegedly involved.
AASU stages protest in Assam's Morigaon against electricity tariff hike, burns effigy of power department
Nov 07, 2026The All Assam Students Union (AASU) staged a protest in Morigaon town on November 7 against the increase in electricity tariffs, demanding an immediate withdrawal of the decision.
Morigaon NGO ‘Sahay Assam’ receives Ambulance from Chief Minister’s relief fund
Nov 07, 2026Morigaon-based voluntary organisation ‘Sahay Assam’ has received an ambulance from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund to strengthen its humanitarian and public welfare activities.
Silchar lawyers renew 54-year demand for Gauhati High Court bench, submit memorandum to Governor
Nov 07, 2026Lawyers, students and representatives of various organisations staged a protest in Silchar on Saturday, renewing the long-standing demand for a Gauhati High Court bench in Barak Valley.
Assam's Jagun Daily Market faces allegations of unauthorised fee collection from traders
Nov 07, 2026Allegations of serious irregularities have surfaced over the management of Jagun Daily Market in Margherita subdivision of Assam’s Tinsukia district, with questions being raised over the role of the Tinsukia Zilla Parishad.
Arunachal protesters march into Assam, demand scrapping of 11,200-MW Siang Project
Nov 07, 2026An ongoing protest march against the proposed 11,200-MW Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP) in Arunachal Pradesh crossed into Assam's Dhemaji district on November 6, drawing support from several organisations in Jonai.
Father performs symbolic last rites for living daughter in Assam's Silchar over alleged religious conversion, second marriage
Nov 07, 2026A man from Assam’s Hailakandi district allegedly performed the symbolic last rites of his living daughter at a temple in Silchar on November 7, reportedly after learning about her alleged religious conversion and second marriage.
Four suspected Bangladeshi nationals detained near Assam's Bongaigaon Railway Station
Nov 07, 2026Four suspected Bangladeshi nationals were detained near Bongaigaon Railway Station in a joint police operation. Authorities are yet to disclose further identity details and the circumstances surrounding their detention.
Assam Oil India facility explosion claims third life, Chabua resident dies during treatment
Nov 07, 2026The death toll in the massive fire following an explosion at Oil India Limited's (OIL) facility in Tengakhat, Assam's Dibrugarh district, has risen to three after another injured worker, Rupam Gogoi, died at a private hospital in Guwahati on November 7.
Assam: Alleged safety lapses during nitrogen gas unloading trigger panic in Nagaon's Samaguri
Nov 07, 2026Panic gripped parts of Samaguri in Assam's Nagaon district after nitrogen gas began leaking at high pressure from a tanker while its contents were being transferred to another vehicle on National Highway 127.
Assam tea, Rang Ghar, one-horned rhino feature in Guwahati Kali Puja pandal
Nov 07, 2026Preparations are in full swing across Guwahati for Diwali and Kali Puja, with puja committees putting together elaborate pandals showcasing Assam's cultural heritage and traditions.
Dibrugarh man succumbs to injuries after Oil India facility explosion, death toll at two
Nov 07, 2026The death toll in the massive fire following an explosion at an Oil India Limited (OIL) facility in Tengakhat, Assam's Dibrugarh district, has risen to two after a critically injured man succumbed to his injuries at a private hospital on November 7.
Assam police bust alleged NIOS exam cheating racket, arrest 7 in Tinsukia
Nov 07, 2026Seven people, including a school principal, have been arrested for allegedly facilitating cheating and other unfair practices during National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) examinations in Assam's Tinsukia district in exchange for money, police said on November 6.
Assam: Sumir Karmakar, Biju Boro honoured at 4th Kalyan Barooah Memorial Awards
Nov 06, 2026Sumir Karmakar of Deccan Herald and Biju Boro of Asomiya Pratidin have been named winners in the Print Media and Still Photography categories, respectively, at the 4th Kalyan Barooah Memorial Awards for Media 2026, announced by the North East Media Forum (NEMF) and NGO My Home India.
Gauhati High Court quashes activist Pranab Doley’s NSA detention, orders immediate release
Nov 06, 2026The Gauhati High Court on November 6 quashed the National Security Act (NSA) detention order against indigenous rights activist Pranab Doley, holding that it was "vitiated and not sustainable on facts and in law" and directing his immediate release.
25-bigha beel can generate Rs 25 lakh annually from makhana farming: Minister Pijush Hazarika
Nov 06, 2026Assam is targeting 30,000 hectares for makhana (fox nut) cultivation across the state, with the government planning to introduce the crop in 30 per cent of fisheries managed by the Assam Fisheries Development Corporation (AFDC) as part of a pilot project to boost rural incomes.
1,000 artistes from Assam to perform Bhupen Hazarika's iconic songs at Delhi centenary even
Nov 06, 2026The Assam unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has welcomed the state government's decision to organise the grand finale of Bharat Ratna Dr Bhupen Hazarika's birth centenary celebrations at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on November 29, describing it as a major initiative to take the legendary singer's legacy to a national and international audience.
Latest News
Copyright©2026 Living Media India Limited. For reprint rights: Syndications Today
