Assam News

Assam to engage IIT-Guwahati for long-term Brahmaputra erosion solution: Himanta

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on August 2 said the state government will engage experts from the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT-G) to develop a long-term solution to the recurring river erosion caused by the Brahmaputra.

Congress targets Assam govt over flood relief funds, seeks SC-monitored probe into ‘man-made’ floods

The Assam Congress on August 2 accused the state government of failing to effectively utilise flood relief funds released by the Centre due to inadequate budgetary provisions and demanded a Supreme Court-monitored investigation into what it described as “man-made” floods in the state.

Assam: Drugs worth Rs 12.5 crore seized in Amingaon, 3 traffickers held

Drugs worth nearly Rs 12.5 crore were seized and three suspected traffickers were arrested in Assam’s Kamrup district, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on August 2.

Assam: Seed distribution drive brings relief to flood-hit farmers in Charaideo's Mahmora

Aami organised a seed distribution drive at Doba in Charaideo's Mahmora for farmers hit by the recent floods. The support is intended to help them restart cultivation after losing crops and seed stocks.

Assam Minister Atul Bora hails Lovlina Borgohain's CWG silver, calls her inspiration for youth

Assam minister Atul Bora congratulated Lovlina Borgohain after her silver medal in the women's 75kg boxing event at the Commonwealth Games 2026. He said her dedication and achievement would inspire young athletes across Assam.

Assam floods: 1.36 lakh people still affected across five districts; death toll rises to 85

Assam's flood situation improved on August 2, but 1.36 lakh people remained affected across five districts. The latest bulletin also reported three deaths in Sivasagar, taking this year's toll to 85.

Assam's Rairoop Khakhlari wins silver at International Taekwondo Championship in Thailand

Assam's Rairoop Khakhlari won a silver medal at the 9th International Taekwondo Championship in Thailand. The achievement brought praise across Assam as she represented the state and the country on the global stage.

Assam: Scooter rider critically injured after hit-and-run in Morigaon

Assam's Swadesh Swabhiman youth lecture series completes 25 editions

The Swadesh Swabhiman youth lecture series marked its 25th edition with a special programme in Guwahati. Speakers and organisers said the platform continues to encourage informed youth engagement with Assam's history, culture and public issues.

Assam chief secretary reviews telecom restoration in flood-hit districts

Assam Chief Secretary Ravi Kota reviewed telecom restoration in flood-hit districts with BSNL officials. The discussion focused on keeping communication networks resilient for relief operations and affected communities.

Nepali Khuti: The Assam village that lost everything in the worst flood in half a century

Assam's July floods devastated Nepali Khuti, sweeping away homes, cattle and livelihoods in a night. The collapse of its dairy economy has left the village facing a long and uncertain recovery.

BTC Chief Hagrama Mohilary, MLA Sewli Mohilary complete Census 2027 self-enumeration, urge Assam residents to participate

BTC chief Hagrama Mohilary and MLA Sewli Mohilary completed Census 2027 self-enumeration online on August 2 and urged Assam residents to join the exercise. Officials said accurate public participation will support verification, planning and inclusive development.

Over 60,000 people still affected by floods in Assam's Sivasagar as families remain displaced

Hundreds from Nimaijan and Betbari in Sivasagar have moved to safer places as floodwaters continue to inundate homes. Nearly 60,000 people across 160 villages remain affected, with Sivasagar the state's worst-hit district.

Assam Floods: Volunteers travel hundreds of kilometres to help Sivasagar rebuild

While government agencies continue relief and rehabilitation efforts in Assam's flood-hit districts, volunteers from different parts of the Northeast have travelled hundreds of kilometres to help families in Sivasagar rebuild their lives.

Assam: Tai Ahom body seeks Rs 20,000 crore flood relief package, issues appeal ahead of Census

The Tai Ahom Jatiya Parishad has placed several key demands before the government concerning the recent devastating floods in Upper Assam and the upcoming caste-based Census, while calling on the Ahom community to preserve its distinct identity during the enumeration process.

CM Himanta Biswa Sarma visits erosion-hit Pukhurijan, reviews anti-erosion measures

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday, August 2, visited the erosion-hit Pukhurijan area in Chabua to assess the damage caused by the Brahmaputra's advancing riverbank erosion and review ongoing and proposed protection measures.

IIT Guwahati student goes missing after falling into Brahmaputra; search underway

A third-year B.Tech student of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati went missing after falling into the Brahmaputra River near the institute campus, police said on Sunday, August 2.

Assam's Nagaon students body levels serious allegations against private institute, threatens legal action

A students organisation in Assam's Nagaon has levelled a series of serious allegations against a private educational institution, accusing it of issuing fake degrees, illegally collecting money in the name of B.Ed admissions and engaging in financial irregularities.

Assam: Dima Hasao CEM Debolal Gorlosa completes Census 2027 self-enumeration, urges public participation

Dima Hasao Autonomous Council (NCHAC) Chief Executive Member Debolal Gorlosa on Sunday, August 2, completed his digital self-enumeration as the Census 2027 online self-enumeration exercise commenced across the district.

Akhil Gogoi seeks Rs 10 lakh compensation for Assam flood-hit families, questions relief distribution

Raijor Dal MLA Akhil Gogoi on Sunday, August 2, urged the Assam government to provide at least Rs 10 lakh as compensation to each flood-affected family, saying the financial assistance announced by the state was insufficient to cover the massive losses suffered by people.

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh slams Assam government over NSA detention of activist Pranab Doley

Jairam Ramesh has accused the Assam government of misusing the National Security Act against activist Pranab Doley after he secured bail. He said the move showed the use of preventive detention laws to stifle land rights protests and bypass judicial relief.