Assam News

Assam: Goddess Kali idol immersion halted at border gate, BSF action triggers outrage in Sribhumi

A religious ritual turned into a flashpoint of public anger in Assam’s Sribhumi town after the Border Security Force (BSF) allegedly denied permission for the immersion of a Kali idol, forcing a local family to return with the deity late on Monday, January 19 night. The incident, which unfolded on the auspicious occasion of Mauni Amavasya, has sparked widespread outrage and reignited debate over administrative rigidity at sensitive border zones.

Patients carried on shoulders as roads vanish, ‘Developed Assam’ claim falters in Assam's Sribhumi

The much-touted narrative of a “developed Assam” stands starkly contradicted in the flood-ravaged stretches of North Karimganj in Sribhumi district, where residents are battling a humanitarian and infrastructural crisis. In scenes that underline official neglect, patients are being carried on people’s shoulders through dangerous terrain to reach medical facilities, exposing the grim reality of governance failure in the region.

Assam: Kokrajhar on edge after brutal killing of youth sparks arson, violent protests; 29 detained

Kokrajhar district in western Assam has been gripped by intense unrest following the brutal killing of a young man, triggering widespread protests, arson, and a breakdown of normal life along key transport corridors. The incident has sparked a volatile law-and-order situation, prompting heightened security deployment as authorities struggle to restore calm amid mounting public anger and political mobilisation.

Assam CM meets Tata chairman, lines up talks with global semiconductor firms at Davos

Assam’s bid to build a semiconductor ecosystem took centre stage at the World Economic Forum as Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma held talks with N Chandrasekaran on January 20, underscoring the Tata Group’s role in anchoring the sector in the state.

Assam woman entrepreneur champions northeast India's blue-collar workforce at Davos

While global business and political leaders gather in the snow-covered Swiss town of Davos, Drishti Medhi, an entrepreneur from Assam, is ensuring that India's blue-collar workers and indigenous communities from the northeast are not left out of the conversation.

Armed robbers assault woman at gunpoint during brazen Guwahati heist

Over 2,000 families face eviction from irrigation land in Assam's Karbi Anglong

One Dead, four injured as violent clash erupts in Assam’s Kokrajhar

One person was killed and four others sustained serious injuries following a violent clash between two groups at Gaurinagar in Karigaon area of Assam’s Kokrajhar district on Monday evening, January 19, police said.

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma takes green energy, semiconductor push to Davos agenda

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on January 19 said the state must be viewed as an integral part of the Northeast’s collective economic future, asserting that any growth in Assam automatically benefits the entire region due to deep interlinkages in geography, talent, and infrastructure.

Assam Governor highlights role of diplomacy while meeting IFS trainees

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on January 19 interacted with six Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer trainees of the 2025 batch at Lok Bhavan in Guwahati.

Assam strengthens Olympic pathways with global coaching expertise

Assam has taken a significant step towards building a robust Olympic talent pipeline with the launch of the IIS-Dept of Sports Coaches Development and Talent Identification Programme, led by internationally acclaimed coach Troy Douglas.

Assam University begins convocation, honours Anand Mahindra with D.Litt.

The three-day 23rd convocation of Assam University commenced here on January 19, during which degrees, certificates and gold medals were awarded to students across various disciplines.

Scholar’s death triggers anger over unsafe NH-17 in Assam's Boko

The death of eminent educationist and litterateur Dr. Ganeshwar Saharia has cast a pall of grief over Kamrup and Darrang districts, while simultaneously triggering public outrage over alleged negligence in the construction of National Highway 17 in Boko.

Experts highlight benefits of VB-G RAM-G Act for rural households in Assam

Experts and policymakers on January 19, outlined the key features and benefits of the Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM-G) Act, 2025, emphasising its role in strengthening livelihood security and income support for rural households in Assam.

Assam intensifies crackdown on child marriage, nearly 2,000 arrested

Assam’s renewed push to eradicate child marriage has begun to show its impact, with nearly 2,000 people arrested in connection with child marriage–related cases, speakers said at a media conference organised by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), Guwahati, on January 19.

MP Tisso slams absence of senior officials at Amrit Bharat train flag-off in Diphu

Lok Sabha MP Amarsing Tisso on January 19 strongly criticised the “complete absence” of senior district administration and Assam Police officials during the flagging-off ceremony of the Dibrugarh–Gomtinagar–Dibrugarh Amrit Bharat Express at Diphu Railway Station, raising serious concerns over public safety and administrative preparedness in Karbi Anglong.

FIR filed over forged letter in Sarbananda Sonowal’s name ahead of Assam Assembly polls

An FIR has been registered over a purportedly forged letter circulated in the name of Union Minister and senior BJP leader Sarbananda Sonowal, calling for “course correction” ahead of the Assam Assembly elections scheduled for later this year.

Tiger carcass found in Kaziranga National Park

The carcass of an adult female tiger was found in the Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve (KNPTR) in Assam, a park official said on January 19.

Assam Crime Branch detains writer Sikha Sarma over alleged defamatory posts on Zubeen Garg

The Assam Police Crime Branch on Monday, January 19 detained writer Sikha Sarma for her purportedly controversial social media remarks targeting late singer and music icon Zubeen Garg. The action comes hours after a formal complaint was lodged by Garima Saikia Garg, wife of the singer, accusing Sarma of posting objectionable and defamatory content online.

Like Mughals at Saraighat, Himanta Biswa Sarma’s arrogance will fall in 2026 election: Gaurav Gogoi

Congress president and Lok Sabha MP Gaurav Gogoi on January 19 launched a sharp attack on Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, alleging arrogance, land grab involving indigenous communities, and manipulation of electoral rolls ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections.

Parthasarathi Mahanta becomes first serving IPS officer in India to receive D.Litt. from Assam University

Guwahati Commissioner of Police and Inspector General of Police (STF) Parthasarathi Mahanta has created history by becoming the first serving Indian Police Service (IPS) officer in the country to be conferred with a Doctor of Literature (D.Litt.) degree, bringing rare national recognition to Assam.