Assam News

"I would have shoved them out": Assam CM on newly inducted Congress leader's statement on Tinsukia, Sivasagar

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday, January 11 slammed Congress, over a statement by newly inducted Congress leader Rezaul Karim Sarkar regarding Tinsukia and Sivasagar. The Chief Minister alleged that the remark amounted to an open declaration of the party’s intent to alter the demographic character of key Upper Assam districts.

Congress core ST group submits report highlighting crisis faced by Assam’s tribal communities

The Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) on Sunday, January 11 asserted that the state’s tribal communities are grappling with deepening livelihood insecurity and economic marginalisation, largely due to alleged violations and alienation of tribal land and forest rights. The party said these long-standing concerns will figure prominently in its manifesto for the Assam Assembly elections, expected to be held in March–April 2026.

"Personal interests cannot block future infrastructure": CJI Surya Kant on Gauhati HC Bar’s objections

Chief Justice of India (CJI) Justice Surya Kant on Sunday, January 11 expressed surprise and concern over the opposition by sections of the Gauhati High Court Bar Association (GHCBA) to the proposed integrated Judicial Court Complex in North Guwahati, asserting that personal or vested interests cannot be valid grounds to resist infrastructure development meant for the future of the judiciary.

Integrated Judicial Court complex to make justice accessible and inclusive: CJI Surya Kant

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Sunday, January 11 emphasised that justice delivery must function as a unified system rather than a collection of isolated institutions, stating that true access to justice depends on integration, efficiency, and humaneness.

Akhil Gogoi hits out at Rezaul Karim Sarkar over ‘Sivasagar to Dhubri’ remark, warns against deliberate provocation

Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi on Sunday, January 11 reacted sharply to a controversial remark allegedly made by Rezaul Karim Sarkar, who joined the Congress party earlier in the day, stating that he would “turn Sivasagar into Dhubri and Dhubri into Sivasagar.” Gogoi warned that any deliberate attempt to provoke social or political discord would be strongly opposed.

Assam: Rape accused injured in police encounter during escape bid in Kokrajhar, two cops hurt

Kokrajhar witnessed a dramatic turn in the ongoing rape case investigation on Sunday, January 11 evening when the accused, Rafikul Islam, was injured in a police encounter after allegedly attempting to escape from custody. Two Kokrajhar police personnel also sustained injuries during the incident, further escalating tensions in the district.

“Why no Dalit PM yet?”: Congress slams Himanta Biswa Sarma over Hindu PM remark

The Congress on Sunday, January 11, slammed Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma over his remarks linked to the hijab controversy, accusing the BJP of deliberately resorting to Hindu–Muslim polarisation as elections draw closer in the state.

Bharat Vikas Parishad organises eye health camp in Dhubri to mark Swami Vivekananda’s 164th birth anniversary

Reinforcing its commitment to community welfare and holistic development, the Dhubri unit of Bharat Vikas Parishad (BVP) on Sunday, January 11 successfully organised a comprehensive eye check-up camp in collaboration with the District Joint Director of Health Services, as part of the observance of Swami Vivekananda’s 164th Birth Anniversary

Assam: Massive fire erupts at VKV School in Sadiya, cylinder blast suspected

Panic gripped Assam's Sadiya on Sunday, January 11 after a massive fire broke out at VKV School, triggering alarm among residents and raising concerns over safety in the locality.

Gaurav Gogoi slams Assam CM, says his statements have ‘zero credibility’

The Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) on Sunday, Janury 11 organised a mass induction programme where several prominent leaders from rival parties joined, signalling intensified preparations ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections. 

Assam: New Kamrup District Rabha Students’ Union Committee takes charge after oath ceremony

The newly constituted Kamrup District Rabha Students’ Union formally assumed charge on Sunday, January 11 following a solemn oath-taking ceremony held at Jananeta Sabyasachi Rabha Khetra. The event marked the formation of a full-fledged district committee, underscoring renewed momentum in the community’s socio-political mobilisation.

CJI lays foundation stone for integrated court complex in Assam

The Chief Justice of India inaugurated the foundation for Assam's integrated court complex, aiming to improve judicial infrastructure. The project will consolidate courts to enhance access and efficiency in justice delivery

Gauhati HC rejects anticipatory bail of ACS officer Partha Pratim Barman, arrest likely

The Gauhati High Court has vacated the interim bail granted to Assam Civil Service (ACS) officer Partha Pratim Barman and rejected his anticipatory bail plea, effectively clearing the way for his arrest. The court cited conduct “unbecoming of a civil servant” while passing the decisive order.

Assam boy Pragyan Chakraborty secures prestigious role in Australian Public Service

Assam boy Pragyan Chakraborty has brought international acclaim to his home state by securing a Graduate role in the Australian Public Service, emerging successful through one of Australia’s most competitive government recruitment processes. 

‘Created a monster against ourselves’: Lighthouse Conversations reveals the inner chaos of domestic violence

For women who experience violence at the hands of those they once believed would protect them, the Lighthouse becomes exactly what its name suggests, a signal that they are not alone. The initiative also positions itself clearly as a pressure group, one that refuses to remain silent when women are harmed or violated. It seeks not only to help survivors, but also to initiate dialogue and chart a way forward.

Gauhati High Court lawyers boycott CJI event over proposed relocation

The Gauhati High Court Bar Association (GHCBA) on January 11 began a four-hour strike to boycott the foundation stone laying of a proposed new high court complex in North Guwahati, scheduled to be attended by the Chief Justice of India.

Attack on mosque, rape protest trigger tension in Assam's Kokrajhar; Section 163 imposed

An old mosque in Kokrajhar town was attacked late at night by a group of people who allegedly raised religious slogans while vandalising the structure. Window panes and doors of the mosque were broken, causing damage to the property.

CJI to lay foundation stone of new judicial complex in North Guwahati amid bar protest

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, on January 11, will lay the foundation stone for an integrated Judicial Court Complex at Rangmahal in Assam’s North Guwahati, a project projected as a major expansion of the state’s judicial infrastructure.

Assam's Kokrajhar district under prohibitory orders following alleged assault on mentally challenged woman

Prohibitory orders imposed in Kokrajhar after alleged assault on mentally challenged woman. Police assure strict action and urge community cooperation

Assam police seize brown sugar, arrest truck driver at Dima Hasao check post

Assam police arrested a truck driver and seized suspected brown sugar at the Dima Hasao check post. The case is under investigation as authorities crack down on narcotics transport

Assam: Stone attack on school bus leaves children traumatised during Kokrajhar rape protest