Three students missing after boat capsizes in Assam’s Dhubri district
Feb 03, 2026Three students went missing on February 3, when a country boat carrying them capsized in the Gangadhar River in Assam's Dhubri, district triggering a large-scale search and rescue operation.
Akasa Air launches maiden Dibrugarh flight, links Upper Assam with Bengaluru via Bagdogra
Feb 03, 2026Akasa Air marked its entry into Dibrugarh on February 3 with the launch of its maiden flight, strengthening air links between Upper Assam, North Bengal and South India.
Assam Rifles seize heroin worth Rs 60 lakh in Cachar, one drug peddler arrested
Feb 03, 2026In a major crackdown on narcotics trafficking in Assam, the Assam Rifles, in a joint operation with the Cachar District Police, seized heroin worth approximately ₹60 lakh and apprehended a drug peddler on February 2.
Assam: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurates Kalatirtha and new Madhabdev University building in Lakhimpur
Feb 03, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated the newly constructed Sri Sri Badala Padma Ata Kalatirtha at Sri Sri Madhabdev Kalakshetra in Lakhimpur's Narayanpur.
Former Raijor Dal firebrand Gyanashree Bora quits government job, eyes Assam Polls 2026
Feb 03, 2026With an eye on the 2026 Assam Assembly elections, Gyanashree Bora, Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Goalpara College and a former prominent face of Raijor Dal, is set to make a comeback to active politics. Bora has formally resigned from her government service, signalling a decisive shift from academics to the political arena.
‘Congress is just a party for Miyas, apart from them no one will vote’: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Feb 03, 2026Speaking to reporters, Sarma stated bluntly that "Congress is just a party for Miyas" and that no other group of voters would support them.
Assam CM rejects communal charge, accuses Congress of appeasing illegal migrants
Feb 03, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on February 3 strongly rejected allegations of communal politics against his government, instead accusing the Assam Congress of sheltering “foreign infiltrators” and indulging in appeasement.
Assam: Large cache of prohibited items seized from Sribhumi District Jail, probe underway
Feb 03, 2026In a major security breach, authorities recovered a substantial cache of prohibited items from Sribhumi District Jail during a special search operation, raising serious concerns over jail security and internal monitoring mechanisms.
Assam: Former Congress leader and land broker, Anowar Hussain, arrested in Guwahati with over Rs 1.5 crore in cash and cheques
Feb 03, 2026Assam police arrested former Congress leader and land broker Anowar Hussain after seizing cash and cheques worth more than Rs 1.5 crore during a high-profile operation in the city.
Assam CM distributes seed capital to over 30,000 women in Bihpuria; inaugurates Rs 11 crore mini stadium
Feb 03, 2026Chief Minister distributes 910,000 seed capital each to 30,881 women under state scheme. Virtual inauguration of 911-crore mini stadium at Tatibahar enhances local sports infrastructure. The event marks Assam government's continued focus on women's economic empowerment and grassroots sports facilities.
Bhutan’s Queen Mother conferred Upendra Nath Brahma ‘Soldier of Humanity’ award in Assam’s Kokrajhar
Feb 03, 2026Her Majesty Gyalyum Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck, the Queen Mother of the Kingdom of Bhutan, was conferred the 22nd Upendra Nath Brahma ‘Soldier of Humanity’ Award, 2025 at a special ceremony held on February 3, at the Jwhwlao Nileswar Brahma Auditorium of Bodoland University in Kokrajhar.
India, Kyrgyzstan joint military exercise to be held in Assam
Feb 03, 2026India and Kyrgyzstan will conduct a bilateral joint military exercise in Assam from February 4 to 17 to enhance interoperability between the special forces of the two countries, officials said on February 3.
Hindu body chief Praveen Togadia demands DNA tests to identify illegal immigrants in Assam
Feb 03, 2026Antarrashtriya Hindu Parishad (AHP) president Praveen Togadia on February 3, demanded that DNA tests be conducted to identify illegal Bangladeshi immigrants in Assam, proposing the 1951 voters’ list as the base document for tracing ancestry.
Underground rail link a strategic breakthrough for Northeast connectivity: Assam CM
Feb 03, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on February 3 described the proposed underground rail link connecting the Northeast with the rest of the country as a major strategic breakthrough, saying it would significantly strengthen national security and ensure uninterrupted connectivity.
Chirang police bust ethanol theft racket, five arrested, two tankers seized
Feb 03, 2026Chirang Police have busted an organised ethanol theft racket operating along the supply route to the Bongaigaon Refinery, arresting five persons and seizing two tankers in the district.
'Democracy incomplete without challenge; BJP leaders will face public scrutiny before polls,' says Ramakanta Deur
Feb 03, 2026Ahead of the upcoming elections in Assam, Morigaon MLA Ramakanta Deuri on February 3, emphasised that challenge and competition are fundamental to a healthy democratic system.
BJP targets 100 seats in Assam, Modi and Shah set to lead campaign push
Feb 03, 2026As part of the push, Narendra Modi will visit Guwahati on February 14 to address a large conference of booth-level workers. Party sources said nearly one lakh workers from across Assam are expected to attend, underlining the BJP’s focus on strengthening its grassroots network ahead of the polls.
Assam: Boko hosts annual day-night volleyball tournament under RHAC initiative
Feb 03, 2026Gandhi Maidan in Boko buzzed with sporting fervour as the Seventh Annual Men’s and Fourth Annual Women’s Day-Night Prize Money Volleyball Tournament was formally inaugurated under the aegis of the Rabha Hasong Sports Association. The event is being organised with the support of the Rabha Hasong Volleyball Association and the Boko Volleyball Training Centre, marking another significant step towards strengthening grassroots sports in Kamrup district.
Manipur Congress demands special crisis package, reconstruction of damaged infrastructure
Feb 03, 2026The Manipur Congress on February 3 demanded that the Centre announce a special crisis package for the state, accelerate the rehabilitation process and take up large-scale reconstruction of infrastructure damaged during the prolonged ethnic violence.
Guwahati riders shine as INRSC East Zone sprint rally concludes with high-octane finish
Feb 03, 2026The FMSCI Indian National Sprint Rally Championship (INRSC) – East Zone concluded on a high note on February 1 at the demanding PRP Valley private track in Panbari, Guwahati, firmly placing Assam on India’s expanding motorsport map. The action-packed sprint rally witnessed participation from riders across the Northeast and eastern India, transforming Guwahati into a buzzing hub of national-level rallying for the day.
Assam to get nearly Rs 50,000 crore in tax devolution in FY 2026-27, Centre steps up development support
Feb 03, 2026Assam is set to receive nearly Rs 50,000 crore as its share of tax devolution in the 2026–27 financial year, according to an official release issued by the Union Ministry of Finance following the presentation of the Union Budget. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Budget for 2026–27 in the Lok Sabha on Sunday.
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