Assam researcher documents 281 butterfly species in new scientific book on Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary
Jul 20, 2026Independent researcher Sarangapani Neog has published a second edition documenting butterflies from Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary. The book is intended to support conservation, research and environmental awareness in Assam.
'Judicial Inquiry Must': Tripura opposition demands probe into DGP Anurag Dhankhar's death
Jul 20, 2026The death of Tripura Director General of Police (DGP) Anurag Dhankar, who was found dead inside his office at the state police headquarters on Monday, has triggered political reactions, with the opposition demanding a judicial inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Assam floods: Over 2,800 people sheltered in 14 relief camps across Margherita
Jul 20, 2026The Margherita Co-District Administration has intensified relief and rehabilitation efforts for flood-affected families, with 14 relief camps and relief distribution centres currently operational under the Margherita Revenue Circle in Assam's Tinsukia district.
Assam on high alert: Army, Air Force kept on standby as floods worsen in Upper Assam
Jul 20, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on July 20 said the state government has deployed four cabinet ministers to flood-affected districts to oversee rescue and relief operations as the flood situation continues to worsen in Upper Assam.
Four arrested as online gaming and international betting racket busted in Dhubri hotel of Assam
Jul 20, 2026Police raided a Dhubri hotel room and busted an online gaming and international betting racket. Records on seized phones pointed to foreign currency transactions and possible wider links.
Assam Finance Minister unveils Biswa Mahabir Chilarai statue, inaugurates Chilarai Bhawan in Bongaigaon
Jul 20, 2026Jayanta Malla Baruah unveiled a statue of Biswa Mahabir Chilarai and inaugurated Chilarai Bhawan at Patiladaha in Bongaigaon. The projects are meant to honour Chilarai’s legacy and support Koch-Rajbongshi community activities.
Assam floods hit railway operations; Simaluguri–Namtiali route suspended
Jul 20, 2026Northeast Frontier Railway suspended train movement on the Simaluguri-Namtiali and Simaluguri-Selenghat sections after Dikhow floodwaters inundated tracks and the station yard. The disruption has led to diversions, cancellations and passenger assistance measures until the water recedes and repairs are completed.
Assam floods: NFR arranges buses, special train, food for stranded passengers after train diversions
Jul 20, 2026The Northeast Frontier Railway has arranged buses, assistance and a special train for passengers hit by flood-related diversions in Assam. The measures come after the Dikhow River flooded tracks near Simaluguri, suspending key sections and disrupting onward travel.
Assam's Sivasagar Agriculture Department sets up 24×7 flood control room for affected farmers
Jul 20, 2026The Sivasagar District Agriculture Department has opened a 24x7 flood control room for farmers affected by the floods. The move is meant to speed up crop loss assessment, compensation and relief support.
Assam Ministerial Team monitors rescue operations in flood-hit Demow villages
Jul 20, 2026Assam's ministerial team is overseeing rescue operations in flood-hit villages under Demow's Bokota-Lakuwa Mandal. The government said the deployment is aimed at ensuring swift relief and support for affected families.
Heavy rainfall batters Assam; IMD warns of more downpours as five rivers cross danger levels
Jul 20, 2026Heavy to very heavy rain has battered Assam for four days, worsening flood conditions across several districts. With the Dikhow above the highest flood level and four other rivers in danger, agencies have warned residents to stay alert.
Meghalaya’s Aishwarya Malang and Assam’s Snigdha Bhuyan win top titles at Miss Teen Diva 2026
Jul 20, 2026The Miss Teen Diva 2026 finale in Jaipur crowned Aishwarya Malang, Snigdha Bhuyan and Prasuci Panda for international assignments. Aishwarya said she was proud to represent Meghalaya, while Snigdha thanked supporters and said she was ready for the responsibility.
Heavy rain inundates Guwahati roads, localities as Assam floods affect over 1.7 lakh people
Jul 20, 2026Heavy rain flooded several parts of Guwahati on Monday, disrupting daily life as waterlogging spread across key localities. The downpour came as Assam's wider flood crisis deepened, with over 1.70 lakh people affected and rescue efforts stepped up.
'Share flood updates with me': Akhil Gogoi issues WhatsApp helpline, seeks Army and IAF rescue for stranded people in Sivasagar
Jul 20, 2026Akhil Gogoi asked Sivasagar residents to send flood updates and rescue requests to his WhatsApp helpline. He said the state had been urged to speed up relief, assess damage and keep evacuation support ready.
Assam floods: Train services suspended in Simaluguri as Dikhow River inundates railway tracks
Jul 20, 2026Train services on key railway sections in Upper Assam have been suspended after the overflowing Dikhow River inundated railway tracks and station infrastructure in Simaluguri, disrupting rail connectivity in the region.
Army launches 'Operation Jal Rahat' as floods ravage Assam; IAF on standby
Jul 20, 2026The Indian Army has launched 'Operation Jal Rahat' to assist civil authorities in rescue and relief operations as floods continue to wreak havoc across eastern Assam, with Charaideo, Sivasagar and Jorhat emerging as the worst-affected districts.
Two youths killed after motorcycle crashes into divider in Assam's Dima Hasao
Jul 20, 2026Two youths were killed in a road accident after the motorcycle they were riding allegedly lost control and crashed into a road divider on National Highway-27 at Matlangpai in Hatikhali, under Langting Police Station in Assam's Dima Hasao district on Sunday, July 19.
One dead, over 57,000 affected as Assam floods worsen; Army, IAF on standby for rescue
Jul 20, 2026The flood situation in Assam worsened on Sunday, July 19, claiming one life and affecting more than 57,000 people across seven districts, prompting the state government to place the Indian Army and the Indian Air Force on standby for possible evacuation and rescue operations.
Assam Budget 2026 launches Mission Senehjori to transform muga silk waste into high-value spun yarn
Jul 19, 2026Assam Budget 2026 has launched Mission Senehjori to turn muga silk waste into spun yarn. The move aims to cut wastage, build processing infrastructure and create jobs.
Illegal earth-cutting triggers massive landslide in Guwahati’s Kharghuli; no casualties reported
Jul 19, 2026A massive landslide sent boulders and debris onto a road in Guwahati's Kharghuli area on 19 July. Officials linked the collapse to illegal earth-cutting, renewing concerns over unsafe hill development during the monsoon.
Bhogdoi River overflows into Assam's Jorhat Town, Massive Flooding Hits Borigaon
Jul 19, 2026The flood situation in Upper Assam has taken a severe turn as water from the Bhogdoi River surged over the embankment and inundated large parts of the Borigaon area under Ward No. 19 in Jorhat town.
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