Devotees flock to Assam's Kamakhya Temple ahead of Ambubachi Mela 2026
Jun 07, 2026Devotees gathered at Assam's Kamakhya Temple ahead of the Ambubachi Mela beginning on June 22. The annual four-day festival draws lakhs of pilgrims as the shrine prepares for special rituals and reopening darshan.
Main accused in Assam's Sivasagar diesel fraud case arrested by police
Jun 07, 2026Sivasagar Police have arrested the main accused involved in a diesel fraud and theft case that came to light earlier this month, officials said on June 7.
Special Assam TET 2026 for LP and UP Levels scheduled on June 28, admit cards available from June 12
Jun 07, 2026The written examination for the Special Assam Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) 2026 for Lower Primary (LP) and Upper Primary (UP) levels will be conducted on June 28, 2026 (Sunday), according to an official notification issued by the authorities.
Assam's Morigaon DC issues SOP to improve quality of education in schools
Jun 07, 2026Morigaon District Commissioner Anamika Tewari has issued a 15-point SOP for schools across the district. The guidelines seek to improve learning outcomes through stronger classroom practices and wider community participation.
Elderly woman arrested with over 1 kg of cannabis in Assam's Nagaon anti-drug operation
Jun 07, 2026A joint team of Rupahihat and Kawoimari police arrested Mumtaz Begum after seizing 1.07 kg of cannabis from her home in Kawoimari Bazaar. Investigators have taken her to Rupahihat Police Station and are examining possible links to a wider narcotics network.
Drug peddler arrested with heroin in Assam's Sonapur raid, Alto car seized
Jun 07, 2026Police arrested an alleged drug peddler in a raid at Jugdol near Sonapur's Toll Gate area. The seizure of suspected heroin and a car has led to a wider probe into the contraband source and possible trafficking links.
Four drug peddlers arrested, 11 addicts sent to rehabilitation in Guwahati anti-drug drive
Jun 07, 2026Basistha police arrested four alleged drug peddlers during an anti-drug drive in Khanapara. Eleven rescued addicts were sent for rehabilitation as the crackdown widened into a larger probe.
Five youths from Nagaland arrested for assaulting Assamese youth in Guwahati
Jun 07, 2026Dispur Police arrested five youths from Nagaland for allegedly assaulting Simu Das in Guwahati's Ganeshguri area. The case has raised concern locally, with residents seeking strict action as the motive remains unclear.
Assam: Vigilant residents foil suspected abduction of minor in Bongaigaon, truck driver detained
Jun 07, 2026A tense situation unfolded in Assam’s Bongaigaon district after local residents intercepted a truck and rescued a 14-year-old girl who was allegedly being taken away by a driver, prompting police to launch an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Assam: Man arrested for alleged Rs 30 crore BTC contract scam using forged signatures of Hagrama Mohilary, Prakash Basumatary
Jun 07, 2026Kokrajhar Police arrested Rajiv Kumar Brahma over allegations that he forged BTC leaders' signatures to obtain supply contracts. The case has triggered a wider probe, with Prakash Basumatary seeking strict action against everyone involved.
Assam CM interacts with cyclist Asha Malviya, extends Rs 1 lakh support for women’s empowerment journey
Jun 07, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met cyclist and mountaineer Asha Malviya during her 60,000-km Bharat Yatra. He gave Rs 1 lakh to support her campaign on women's safety and empowerment.
Assam: Nearly 100 kg of calcium carbide-treated mangoes seized in Guwahati market
Jun 07, 2026Food safety officials seized nearly 100 kg of mangoes allegedly ripened using the banned chemical calcium carbide during an enforcement drive at Beltola Market in Guwahati on June 6.
Citizens Assembly in Assam's Sivasagar protests ONGC's alleged anti-local policies, warns of mass agitation
Jun 07, 2026A citizens assembly was convened in Sivasagar on June 7 under the initiative of the All Tai Ahom Students Union (ATASU) to protest what it described as the anti-local policies of the Oil and Natural Gas Corporation.
Japan PM Sanae Takaichi likely to visit Assam in July; Guwahati may host key India-Japan summit
Jun 07, 2026Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is likely to visit Assam in early July, with Guwahati expected to host a high-level India-Japan summit. If finalised, the trip would mark a diplomatic milestone for Assam and highlight the Northeast's strategic role in India's Act East Policy.
Assam CM assigns guardian districts to 16 ministers
Jun 07, 2026In a post on X, the Chief Minister said he was pleased to announce the allocations and expressed confidence that the ministers would work closely with district administrations to further Assam's progress and prosperity.
Assam's Morigaon forest officials accused of harassing trader despite valid permit
Jun 07, 2026Serious allegations have surfaced against a section of officials and employees of the Assam's Morigaon Forest Department, with a vehicle owner accusing them of harassing legitimate business operators despite possessing valid government permits.
Assam: Indigenous women-run market near Kaziranga emerges as model of rural entrepreneurship
Jun 07, 2026A unique market managed and operated entirely by indigenous Karbi women in Kaliabor has emerged as a notable example of community-driven entrepreneurship and women’s empowerment.
Police foil fake gold scam in Assam's Dhubri, three arrested with 2.15 kg of counterfeit gold
Jun 07, 2026Gauripur Police arrested three men and seized 2.15 kg of suspected fake gold in Dhubri's Khudimari area. Investigators are now tracing wider links to the alleged racket and similar fraud cases.
Remembering Parvati Prasad Barua: A cultural icon of Assam this generation should know
Jun 07, 2026Assam is marking Parvati Prasad Barua's death anniversary by revisiting his work across music, theatre and cinema. The occasion has renewed focus on how he helped shape modern Assamese cultural identity and public life.
Ex-boyfriend arrested after woman stabbed 18 times, throat slit in Assam's Dimoria
Jun 07, 2026The victim, identified as Susmita Mandal, was found dead on June 4. Police said preliminary investigations revealed that she had sustained multiple stab wounds and that her throat had also been slit.
Agri Stack portal to ensure timely fertiliser supply and MSP payments for Assam farmers, says Himanta
Jun 07, 2026Himanta Biswa Sarma said Assam's Agri Stack portal is streamlining fertiliser booking and MSP procurement for farmers. The system is meant to speed up benefits while covering tenant farmers, tea growers and cultivators outside digital records.
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