Assam: Sumir Karmakar, Biju Boro honoured at 4th Kalyan Barooah Memorial Awards
Nov 06, 2026Sumir Karmakar of Deccan Herald and Biju Boro of Asomiya Pratidin have been named winners in the Print Media and Still Photography categories, respectively, at the 4th Kalyan Barooah Memorial Awards for Media 2026, announced by the North East Media Forum (NEMF) and NGO My Home India.
Gauhati High Court quashes activist Pranab Doley’s NSA detention, orders immediate release
Nov 06, 2026The Gauhati High Court on November 6 quashed the National Security Act (NSA) detention order against indigenous rights activist Pranab Doley, holding that it was "vitiated and not sustainable on facts and in law" and directing his immediate release.
25-bigha beel can generate Rs 25 lakh annually from makhana farming: Minister Pijush Hazarika
Nov 06, 2026Assam is targeting 30,000 hectares for makhana (fox nut) cultivation across the state, with the government planning to introduce the crop in 30 per cent of fisheries managed by the Assam Fisheries Development Corporation (AFDC) as part of a pilot project to boost rural incomes.
1,000 artistes from Assam to perform Bhupen Hazarika's iconic songs at Delhi centenary even
Nov 06, 2026The Assam unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has welcomed the state government's decision to organise the grand finale of Bharat Ratna Dr Bhupen Hazarika's birth centenary celebrations at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on November 29, describing it as a major initiative to take the legendary singer's legacy to a national and international audience.
Assam gets 43 more PG medical seats in Lakhimpur, Diphu colleges; total rises to 839
Nov 06, 2026Assam has received approval for 43 additional postgraduate medical seats across two of its medical colleges, taking the state's total number of PG seats to 839, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced.
'Rahul Gandhi not taken seriously even by Congress': Assam minister Ashok Singhal
Nov 06, 2026Assam Minister Ashok Singhal on November 6 launched a sharp attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, questioning his demand for a public debate with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and accusing him of avoiding discussions in Parliament.
Assam CM inaugurates Kali Temple at Dharapur Chariali, announces Rs 20 lakh aid
Nov 06, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated the Kali temple at Dharapur Chariali and offered prayers. His ₹20 lakh assistance will support the temple's construction works.
Hagrama Mohilary rules out full BPF support for fresh Bodoland movement, BTC decides to cut land premium
Nov 06, 2026The Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) has decided to reduce land premium rates for patta allotment and mutation, offering relief to landless people as well as existing landowners in the region.
'Assam's strong legal stand kept Zubeen Garg case accused behind bars for over a year': AG
Nov 06, 2026The Supreme Court on Friday (November 6) deferred the hearing on the bail pleas of Shyamkanu Mahanta and Siddharth Sharma, two key accused in the Zubeen Garg death case, after the matters involving co-accused Amritprabha Mahanta and Sandipon Garg could not be taken up.
11 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs in Assam's Barpeta receive NQAS certification
Nov 06, 2026Eleven Ayushman Arogya Mandirs in Barpeta received NQAS certification through October 2026. The recognition highlights improved primary care quality, accessibility and patient-centred delivery.
Assam Education Minister inaugurates Rs 5-crore projects at K.C. Das Commerce College
Nov 06, 2026Assam Education Minister Ranoj Pegu inaugurated Rs 5-crore projects at K.C. Das Commerce College. The PM-USHA facilities aim to strengthen infrastructure, academic standards and student opportunities.
Assam CM flags in 248-km Brahmaputra Sailing Expedition at Pandu Port
Nov 06, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma flagged in the Brahmaputra Sailing Expedition at Pandu Port after its 248-km journey. The initiative fostered leadership and patriotism while celebrating Lachit Borphukan and Assam's riverine heritage.
Assam: BIS conducts raid at Chirang jewellery shop over alleged sale of gold with fake hallmarks
Nov 06, 2026The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) conducted a search and seizure operation at Ma Kali Jewellers, located on the Bijni-Panbari Road in Assam’s Chirang district, over allegations of selling gold jewellery bearing fake hallmarks.
Two India Today NE journalists win 4th Kalyan Barooah Memorial Awards for Media 2026
Nov 06, 2026Hrijoy Das Kanungo and Dr Aparmita Das have won honours in digital media and videography. Their selection gives India Today NE two winners across separate categories in the same edition.
Man killed in hit-and-run accident in Assam’s Borkhola; unidentified vehicle flees
Nov 06, 2026An unidentified vehicle struck and killed a man on the Silchar-Jaintia Road before fleeing. Police are trying to identify the victim and trace the vehicle involved.
'Do not blame police': Assam CM on Ghanakanta Gogoi encounter
Nov 06, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma defended police action in the Ghanakanta Gogoi encounter. His remarks stressed that courts would ultimately judge the circumstances of the death.
'Media should question the witnesses': Assam CM on Zubeen Garg death case
Nov 06, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma questioned media reports on bail and witness accounts in the Zubeen Garg death case. He stressed that public statements and court testimonies must be examined separately without pressuring witnesses.
One killed, several injured in massive fire at Tengakhat OCS in Assam's Dibrugarh
Nov 06, 2026A massive fire broke out at the ITF gas pipeline facility inside the Tengakhat OCS in Assam’s Dibrugarh district on the morning of November 6, leaving one person dead and several others injured.
Zubeen Garg death case: Supreme Court to hear bail matters on November 30
Nov 06, 2026The Supreme Court will hear four bail matters in the Zubeen Garg case on November 30. The proceedings include Assam's challenges to two Gauhati High Court bail orders.
Assam records decline in maternal deaths linked to sepsis, share falls from 21 per cent to 8 per cent
Nov 06, 2026The Union Health Ministry has invited Assam to present its infection-prevention model to other states. The invitation follows a four-month fall in the proportion of maternal deaths attributed to sepsis.
Assam government launches portal for public registration for Bhupen Hazarika centenary closing ceremony in Delhi
Nov 06, 2026The Assam government has opened public registration for Bhupen Hazarika's centenary closing ceremony in Delhi. The programme will conclude year-long celebrations of his contribution to music, culture and society.
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