Bhattadev University VC, two faculty members feature in SCIRANK Global Registry's top 5% scientists list
Jun 19, 2026Bhattadev University has achieved a significant milestone after its Vice-Chancellor and two faculty members were featured in the list of the world's top 5 per cent scientists published by the SCIRANK Global Registry 2025.
IIT Guwahati among India's top 10 in QS World University Rankings 2027
Jun 19, 2026The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati) has secured the ninth position among Indian institutions in the prestigious QS World University Rankings 2027, further strengthening its standing as one of the country's leading centres of higher education and research.
Assam court summons artist Marshall Baruah in Bharalumukh protest case
Jun 19, 2026Artist Marshall Baruah and youth leader Ankuman Bordoloi have been served court notices directing them to appear before the court on June 25 in connection with a case arising from protests linked to the felling of trees at Bharalumukh in Guwahati.
PRCI Guwahati hosts national webinar on audience behaviour across digital platforms
Jun 19, 2026The Public Relations Council of India (PRCI), Guwahati Chapter, organised a national webinar on "The Psychology of the Scroll – How Audience Mindset Shifts Across Platforms", bringing together communication professionals, corporate executives, academics and media enthusiasts to discuss evolving digital behaviour and communication strategies.
Two die of Japanese Encephalitis in Assam's Barpeta; four cases confirmed
Jun 19, 2026Barpeta district is witnessing a rise in Japanese Encephalitis (JE) cases, with two deaths reported so far, according to district health authorities.
NEEPCO Opens Khandong dam gates, issues flood alert for Kapili river basin
Jun 19, 2026The North Eastern Electric Power Corporation (NEEPCO) has issued a special advisory after opening the gates of the Khandong Hydroelectric Project dam at Umrangso in Assam's Dima Hasao district following a sharp rise in reservoir water levels caused by continuous rainfall in the region.
Assam: Dhubri forest department dismantles two illegal sawmills, seizes timber in char area raid
Jun 19, 2026The Dhubri Forest Department has dismantled two illegal band sawmills and seized a large quantity of timber during a raid in a remote char area of the district, officials said on Friday, June 19.
Over 1.85 lakh students secure free UG admissions in Assam: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Jun 19, 2026More than 1.85 lakh undergraduate students in Assam have secured admission without paying any admission fees this academic year, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on June 19, highlighting the impact of the state's education welfare initiatives.
Dead fly found inside sealed liquor bottle at Assam's Dibrugarh store, raises quality concerns
Jun 19, 2026A sealed bottle of a popular foreign liquor brand allegedly containing a dead fly has sparked concern among consumers in Assam's Dibrugarh district.
Fake hallmarking centre busted in Guwahati, BIS seizes equipment and spurious gold hallmarks
Jun 19, 2026Officials of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Guwahati Branch Office, have uncovered an unauthorised hallmarking operation in Guwahati and seized equipment allegedly used for issuing fake gold hallmarks.
Assam govt seeks district-wise data on SC certificates for Centre's inquiry commission
Jun 19, 2026The Assam Government has directed all District Commissioners to furnish detailed information on the issuance of Scheduled Caste (SC) certificates and complaints related to such certificates in response to a request from a Central inquiry commission examining issues related to SC status and religious conversion.
Two drug peddlers arrested in Guwahati's Panbazar anti-narcotics operation; 12.69 grams of suspected heroin seized
Jun 19, 2026Panbazar Police arrested two alleged drug peddlers and seized suspected heroin in Guwahati. The case is now part of a wider probe into supply links amid Assam's anti-narcotics drive.
ATTSA alleges illegal occupation of Tea Tribe land in Assam's Ledo; Margherita administration issues notice
Jun 19, 2026The Assam Tea Tribes Students Association (ATTSA) has raised serious allegations of illegal occupation of land belonging to a Tea Tribe family in Ledo Maulang under the 83rd Margherita Legislative Assembly Constituency in Tinsukia district, where a brick kiln has reportedly been established.
Assam aims to beat national education benchmarks: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Jun 19, 2026Himanta Biswa Sarma asked officials to push Assam's education indicators beyond the national average. The review linked that target to infrastructure, recruitment and wider access across the state.
Assam prepares for rising demand with large-scale power expansion plans
Jun 19, 2026Himanta Biswa Sarma said Assam is expanding its power infrastructure to meet future demand. The push is aimed at making the state energy-surplus while ensuring reliable supply to every household.
Canopy bridges installed to protect endangered Golden Langurs along Assam's Bismuri–Saralpara Road
Jun 19, 2026In a bid to reduce road fatalities among endangered Golden Langurs, the BTC Forest Department and the Primate Research Centre Northeast India (PRC NE India) have installed two artificial canopy bridges along the Bismuri–Saralpara Road passing through the newly designated Sikhna Jwhwlao National Park.
Assam: Wild elephant electrocuted after coming in contact with transformer in Sonitpur's Chariduar
Jun 19, 2026A wild elephant died after coming into contact with a transformer in Sonitpur's Chariduar on June 18. The incident has again drawn attention to conflict around forest fringes, where elephants enter settlements in search of food.
Three youths from same family killed in tragic road accident in Assam's Rangia
Jun 19, 2026A motorcycle carrying three youths from the same family collided head-on with a goods-carrying DI vehicle in Rangia. All three died on the spot, and police have begun investigating the circumstances of the crash.
How this Assam rider took a merit award scooty to the roof of Arunachal
Jun 18, 2026A 21-year-old from Assam rode a state-sponsored scooty to Gongkar La Lake in Arunachal Pradesh. The ride through rain, fog and ice underscored his resolve despite minimal gear and repeated warnings.
Assam's Silchar businessman alleges incorrect kidney diagnosis by private lab, files FIR
Jun 18, 2026A Silchar-based businessman and social activist, Kumar Jeet, has alleged that a private diagnostic laboratory issued an incorrect medical report indicating that his kidneys were damaged, causing him severe mental distress.
Assam’s concert scene hits a high note with 55 live shows in 2025: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Jun 18, 2026Himanta Biswa Sarma said Assam hosted 55 live ticketed shows in 2025. The rise points to stronger event infrastructure, higher participation and wider gains for tourism and the creative economy.
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