Assam News

Assam BJP says ECI affidavit backs legality of SIR process

The Assam BJP said the ECI’s Supreme Court affidavit clarified the legal basis and approval process for the SIR. The statement accused Opposition parties of misrepresenting internal deliberations as the court allowed ten days for a rejoinder.

Guwahati Hotel Bilas Inn firing: Six-member SIT formed to probe killing of five

A dispute over the lease and management of Hotel Bilas Inn in Guwahati’s Lachit Nagar led to the killing of five people in a shooting on October 26, police said on October 27, announcing the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the incident.

26 dogs rescued from private vehicle in Assam's Karbi Anglong amid animal cruelty concerns

Police rescued 26 dogs from a private car during an operation at Bokolia Ghat. The case has raised concerns over possible cruelty and unsafe animal transport.

Assam Chah Mazdoor Sangha distributes educational grants to 233 tea garden students in Margherita

Assam Chah Mazdoor Sangha distributed educational grants to 233 tea garden students in Margherita. The 20-year-old initiative helps workers' children meet expenses and continue their education.

Juria police arrest five in fresh crackdown on child marriage in Assam’s Nagaon

Assam continues its crackdown on child marriage, with police stepping up surveillance and enforcement against the social evil across the state.

Guwahati shooting: Accused Ghanakanta Gogoi’s sister-in-law claims he opened fire in self-defence

Ghanakanta Gogoi's sister-in-law claimed he opened fire after seven people attacked him. The self-defence claim remains unverified as police investigate the shooting.

Gaurav Gogoi links Guwahati shooting to law and order concerns across Northeast

Assam Congress president and Lok Sabha MP Gaurav Gogoi on October 27 criticised the BJP over the law and order situation in the Northeast, linking the fatal shooting near Hotel Bilas Inn in Guwahati to what he described as growing chaos and violence across Assam, Manipur and Arunachal Pradesh.

Assam approves 12 per cent horizontal reservation for Ex-Agniveers in specified government posts

The Assam government has approved 12 per cent horizontal reservation for eligible Ex-Agniveers in specified posts. The initiative recognises their military service while opening opportunities across key public departments.

Guwahati hotel shooting: Lone survivor stable, to remain in hospital for a few days

Six people were shot during a dispute between Hotel Bilas Inn's owner and leaseholder. Five died, while lone survivor Satyen Pathak remains stable in hospital.

Guwahati hotel shooting accused faced earlier fraud case in Assam's Jorhat, police records show

Ghanakanta Gogoi was arrested after five people were killed in the Hotel Bilas Inn shooting. A reported 2024 Jorhat FIR has widened scrutiny of his identity and past activities.

Assam: Man arrested over morphed photos of woman displayed on posters in Nagaon

Juria Police arrested Nabi Hussain after a woman alleged that morphed images of her were circulated online and displayed publicly. The case has fuelled local concern over digital harassment and possible wider involvement.

Bengaluru IED blast plot allegedly driven by land dispute; three Assam men arrested

Bengaluru Police arrested three Assam men after a parcel IED injured two workers on Jermaiah Road. Investigators allege the device targeted the prime accused's cousin amid family, financial and land disputes.

Assam: Six arrested in Nagaon’s Kachua during crackdown on alleged child marriages

Kachua Police arrested six people across four localities in Nagaon over alleged child marriages. The accused were sent to court as specific case details remained unavailable.

One night, two lost parents: Guwahati shooting leaves siblings facing an uncertain future

A shooting at Hotel Bilas Inn in Guwahati killed five people, including the parents of two young siblings. Their unconfirmed care arrangements have made their immediate safety and long-term protection an urgent concern.

‘Classic Cong playbook’: Assam CM demands legal action over doctored Army video

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma accused the Congress of circulating a doctored Army video and demanded legal action. The Army said AI-generated manipulation had fabricated remarks about Arunachal Pradesh and national security.

Assam: Dhubri police arrest 64 people in child marriage crackdown

Guwahati hotel shooting: Meta smart glasses worn by accused may offer clues to fatal attack

Police are examining whether Meta smart glasses worn by Ghanakanta Gogoi recorded the fatal Guwahati hotel shooting. Any verified footage could help investigators reconstruct the confrontation preliminarily linked to a lease dispute.

Assam: 15-year-old arrested over murder of 16-year-old boy in Dima Hasao

Assam to levy Green Cess on transfer of ownership of older vehicles

Assam will impose a Green Cess when ownership of older vehicles is transferred. The levy aims to curb polluting vehicles and finance the state's greening initiatives.

Guwahati hotel shooting: Expired lease, renewal talks under scanner after deadly dispute

A lease-renewal meeting at Hotel Bilas Inn allegedly ended in a shooting that killed five people. Police are examining unpaid rent and electricity dues as a possible factor in the dispute.

Gorkha community protests at Assam-Arunachal border, demands arrest of Gohpur shooting accused