Assam government accelerates unicode recognition for Assamese script, explores OTT platform
Jul 09, 2026The Assam government has intensified its efforts to strengthen the digital presence of the Assamese language and promote the state's film and creative industries, with Cultural Affairs Minister Bimal Borah reviewing the progress of two key initiatives during separate meetings held at Janata Bhawan on Thursday, July 9.
Assam: Deka Satradhikar's son arrested for alleged sexual abuse of bhaona artist in Sivasagar
Jul 09, 2026Sivasagar Police arrested Kirtikamal Dev Goswami, son of Sachindradev Goswami, the Deka Satradhikar of Sri Sri Salaguri Satra, in connection with an alleged sexual abuse case involving a male Bhaona artist.
Assam's Act East Affairs department has no independent projects, spent over Rs 1.70 crore on regional diplomacy since 2022
Jul 09, 2026The Assam government has informed the Legislative Assembly that the Act East Policy Affairs Department does not implement any independent projects and, consequently, has no project-wise fund allocation or implementation progress to report.
Assam Government begins development of 'Zubeen Khetra', cultural Centres proposal under consideration
Jul 09, 2026The Assam government on Thursday, July 9 informed the Legislative Assembly that it has initiated multiple measures to preserve the legacy of celebrated singer and composer Zubeen Garg, including the development of 'Zubeen Khetra' at Sonapur.
Alleged investment scam accused Sanjay Bhagat held by CBI, produced before Guwahati court
Jul 09, 2026The CBI has arrested Sanjay Bhagat in connection with an alleged multi-crore trading and online investment scam. Investigators are tracing the money trail and examining whether others were involved.
Assam clears Rs 3,789 crore support for Tata semiconductor plant at Jagiroad
Jul 09, 2026Assam has sanctioned Rs 3,789 crore for Tata Electronics' semiconductor plant at Jagiroad, with the Centre adding Rs 10,255 crore. The backing turns the redeveloped Nagaon Paper Mill site into a major semiconductor manufacturing hub.
Assam MLA flags illegal logging along Meghalaya border, seeks action against forest encroachment
Jul 09, 2026Boko–Chaygaon MLA Raju Mesh raised alleged illegal logging and timber movement in Lampi during the Assam Assembly session. He sought urgent intervention on forest protection and wider civic issues affecting residents.
Assam tables Bills to overhaul MSME law, ease business regulations
Jul 09, 2026The Assam government introduced a set of Bills in the Assembly to revise MSME, shops and investment rules. The measures aim to cut compliance burdens, speed up approvals and modernise regulation across sectors.
No friction between Assam and Meghalaya over border issue: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Jul 09, 2026Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said Assam and Meghalaya face no friction as border talks continue. His remarks came as Meghalaya reconstituted committees to push the second phase of negotiations.
Assam launches ‘Second Chance Education’ drive to help out-of-school youth complete schooling
Jul 09, 2026Assam has launched the Second Chance Education initiative in Morigaon for out-of-school youth. The programme aims to help girls and young women complete schooling and move towards skills and livelihoods.
Assam CM unveils satellite city plan to decongest Guwahati, boost urban growth
Jul 09, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced a plan to build interconnected satellite cities around Guwahati. The move is aimed at cutting congestion, improving connectivity and supporting planned urban growth.
Eight-year-old girl raped and killed in Assam's Sribhumi district
Jul 09, 2026An eight-year-old girl was found raped and killed in Assam's Sribhumi district after going missing near her home. The case led to a road blockade by residents, the suspension of a local officer and a police investigation.
Assam Minister Ashwini Ray Sarkar appointed President of Northeast Traditional Wrestling Federation
Jul 09, 2026Assam minister Ashwini Ray Sarkar has been appointed president of the Northeast Traditional Wrestling Federation by National President Sudesh Kumar. The federation said his leadership will help preserve indigenous wrestling traditions and widen youth participation.
Assam: Headmaster arrested in Dhubri over alleged sexual assault of woman near school premises
Jul 09, 2026A headmaster of a lower primary school in Assam's Dhubri district has been arrested on charges of allegedly sexually assaulting a woman and coercing her into an illicit relationship, police said.
Injectable drug abuse triggers HIV and Hepatitis health crisis in Assam's Dhubri
Jul 09, 2026Health authorities in Assam's Dhubri district have launched an intensive month-long health campaign following an alarming rise in HIV, Hepatitis-B and Hepatitis-C cases linked to the increasing use of injectable drugs among young people.
Four injured in head-on collision between truck and car in Guwahati's Betkuchi
Jul 09, 2026A goods-laden truck and a private vehicle collided head-on at Betkuchi in Guwahati, leaving four people seriously injured. Police cleared the damaged vehicles, restored traffic movement and began investigating the cause.
Assam shuts four loss-making PSUs, rules out privatisation; Jagiroad Semiconductor project to create 27,000 jobs
Jul 09, 2026The Assam government told the Assembly it has closed four loss-making PSUs and has no privatisation plan. It also said the Jagiroad semiconductor project will anchor jobs, skills and export growth.
Registered MSMEs in Assam witness sharp growth, says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Jul 09, 2026Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said Assam now has 17.29 lakh registered MSMEs across sectors. He said the growth reflects expanding enterprise, jobs and the state's wider economic transformation.
No definite timeline for ST status to six communities in Assam: Government
Jul 09, 2026The long-pending proposal to grant Scheduled Tribe (ST) status to six communities in Assam remains under the consideration of the Central Government, with the state government informing the Assam Legislative Assembly on Thursday, July 9 that no definite timeline can be specified for its completion.
Japanese PM's proposed Assam visit to open new investment opportunities, says Minister Bimal Bora
Jul 09, 2026Assam Industries and Commerce Minister Bimal Bora on July 9 said the state is eagerly looking forward to the proposed visit of the Prime Minister of Japan, expressing confidence that it would further strengthen Assam's investment prospects and industrial growth.
Ledo Police of Assam arrest notorious thief, recover stolen hospital property within six hours
Jul 09, 2026Ledo Police arrested Bijoy Das and recovered a stolen water-lifting motor from a Borgolai scrap yard within six hours. The swift action drew praise from local residents as police continued efforts to trace absconding scrap dealer Kadir Khan.
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