Three labourers die after falling into well pit in Assam’s Karbi Anglong
Jan 21, 2026Three daily-wage labourers lost their lives while digging a well in a remote village of Assam’s Karbi Anglong district, triggering concerns over workplace safety in unregulated construction activities.
Assam announces monthly stipends for research scholars under new scheme
Jan 21, 2026Assam will launch a financial support programme for research scholars on February 11, offering substantial monthly assistance to academics pursuing advanced studies.
Assam: Huge consignment of Yaba tablets seized in Goalpara, one arrested
Jan 21, 2026Goalpara Police late Tuesday, January 20 night seized a massive consignment of Yaba tablets during a targeted operation along National Highway-17, dealing a major blow to narcotics networks operating in the district.
Assam Rifles intercept Rs 39 crore yaba consignment on NH-306 in Cachar
Jan 21, 2026Assam Rifles and the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized yaba tablets worth Rs 39 crore on NH 306 in Cachar during a routine check. The arrested suspects and drugs have been handed over to police for further probe
Army conducts flag march in Kokrajhar as authorities step up security, situation remains under control
Jan 21, 2026The Indian Army conducted a flag march across sensitive pockets of Kokrajhar district on Wednesday, January 21, as security agencies and the district administration intensified measures to maintain law and order.
Army deployed in Assam’s Kokrajhar after deadly clashes
Jan 21, 2026The Indian Army has been deployed in Kokrajhar after deadly communal clashes. Authorities have imposed restrictions and intensified security to restore peace
CBI detains Guwahati-based businessman Rajesh Bajaj in multi-crore loan default case
Jan 21, 2026The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday, January 20, detained Guwahati-based businessman Rajesh Bajaj after conducting extensive searches at his residence and business premises in Assam. The action is linked to an alleged multi-crore loan default involving Bank of Baroda, marking yet another high-profile financial investigation in the Northeast.
Rs 7.97 lakh project, substandard work: Serious irregularities alleged in MGNREGA works in Kaliabor
Jan 21, 2026Allegations of large-scale corruption and procedural violations have surfaced in the implementation of rural development schemes under the Panchayat and Rural Development Department in Assam’s Kaliabor, raising serious questions over the transparency and accountability of flagship welfare programmes.
Assam: Dibrugarh police bust street dog killing racket, 3 arrested during routine patrolling
Jan 21, 2026In a disturbing late-night breakthrough that has reignited concerns over animal safety and organised cruelty, Dibrugarh Police have uncovered what is being probed as a possible street dog killing racket, arresting three individuals during routine night patrolling in the early hours of Tuesday, January 20.
BJP’s double-engine government will end with Himanta: Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel
Jan 20, 2026Senior Congress leader and former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on January 20 claimed that the BJP’s “double-engine government” in Assam would come to an end with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, accusing him of corruption and cronyism.
PM’s focus on Northeast opportunities for youth boosts confidence: Union Minister
Jan 20, 2026Union Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Minister Jayant Chaudhary on January 20 said Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s sustained focus on unlocking opportunities for the youth of the Northeast has significantly boosted confidence across the region.
Housefull in hours: Vande Bharat sleeper tickets for Kamakhya–Howrah route sold out
Jan 20, 2026The inaugural commercial run of the Vande Bharat Sleeper train (Train No. 27576) between Kamakhya (KYQ) and Howrah (HWH) has met with an extraordinary response, with all tickets sold out within hours of opening on PRS and other booking platforms.
Two rescued rhinos translocated to Kaziranga National Park after successful rehabilitation
Jan 20, 2026Two one-horned rhinoceroses, earlier rescued during floods and treated at the Centre for Wildlife Rehabilitation and Conservation (CWRC), were on January 20 translocated to Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve, marking another milestone in Assam’s wildlife conservation efforts, officials said.
"Only survey I trust is people’s mandate": Gaurav Gogoi
Jan 20, 2026Congress MP and Assam Pradesh Congress Committee president Gaurav Gogoi on January 20 while reacting to a recent pre-poll survey that projected him as the most popular Chief Ministerial choice among minority communities, dismissed the credibility of opinion polls saying, “I have seen many such surveys. During the Lok Sabha elections, some surveys claimed I would lose by over three lakh votes,” he said. “The only survey I trust is the people’s mandate.”
Himanta Biswa Sarma using flyover, elevated corridor projects as 'pocket money': Gaurav Gogoi
Jan 20, 2026Congress MP and Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president Gaurav Gogoi on Tuesday, January 20 slammed Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, accusing the BJP-led government of using large infrastructure projects such as elevated corridors and flyovers as tools for corruption and personal enrichment.
Prohibitory orders imposed across Kokrajhar after Karigaon clash, assembly of more than four banned
Jan 20, 2026The district administration on January 20 imposed prohibitory orders across Kokrajhar district under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, following escalating tensions after a group clash at Karigaon on January 19, 2026.
Assam Police say Kokrajhar situation under control, urge public to ignore rumours
Jan 20, 2026Assam Police on January 20 said the situation in the Karigaon area of Kokrajhar district is completely under control, even as the state government ordered the suspension of mobile internet services in neighbouring Chirang district to prevent further escalation of tension following recent violence.
At Davos, Himanta says Assam has ‘finally arrived’ as India eyes third-largest economy
Jan 20, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on January 20 said India is firmly on course to become the world’s third-largest economy under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, asserting that Assam has emerged as one of the biggest beneficiaries of the Centre’s development-oriented policies.
Assam suspends mobile internet in Chirang as Kokrajhar violence triggers law and order fears
Jan 20, 2026The Assam government on January 20 ordered the suspension of mobile internet services in Chirang district with immediate effect following a sharp deterioration in the law and order situation triggered by a violent incident in neighbouring Kokrajhar district.
Madhupur festival celebrated with religious fervour at historic Madhupur Dham Satra in Cooch Behar
Jan 20, 2026The historic Sri Sri Madhupur Dham Satra in neighbouring Cooch Behar district of West Bengal resonated with devotion and cultural splendour on January 20 as devotees gathered in large numbers to observe the Madhupur Festival with deep religious fervour.
Third-party elements attempting to exploit Kokrajhar situation: Hagrama Mohilary
Jan 20, 2026Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) chief Hagrama Mohilary on January 20 described the recent incident in Kokrajhar as unfortunate and appealed to all sections of society to maintain peace and restraint.
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