Assam's Ankita Konwar becomes first woman from Northeast to cross English Channel
Jul 04, 2026Ankita Konwar crossed the English Channel with an international relay team in 13 hours and 5 minutes. The feat made her the first Assamese woman and the first woman from Northeast India to do so, highlighting a journey she says was built on resilience and teamwork.
Assam head constable dies by suspected suicide at Tamulpur Police Outpost
Jul 04, 2026A 51-year-old head constable of the 24th Assam Police Battalion allegedly died by suicide at Darangamela Police Outpost in Tamulpur on July 3. Police have sent the body for post-mortem and begun an investigation as the reason remains unclear.
Assam-Bhutan rail link to boost trade, tourism under India's Act East Policy: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Jul 04, 2026Himanta Biswa Sarma said the Kokrajhar-Gelephu rail link will connect Assam with Bhutan's Gelephu Mindfulness City. He said the project will expand trade, tourism and regional connectivity under the Act East Policy.
'Ghost Rider' black panther spotted in Manas, CMO Assam showcases rare wildlife moment
Jul 04, 2026CMO Assam shared visuals of a rare melanistic black panther sighting in Manas National Park. The post highlighted the park's biodiversity and the state's eco-tourism and conservation focus.
Assam remembers 'poet of love' Hiren Bhattacharyya on 14th death anniversary
Jul 04, 2026Assam paid tribute to poet and lyricist Hiren Bhattacharyya on his 14th death anniversary. Admirers and literary organisations recalled how his verses still resonate across generations.
Four cyber criminals arrested in Assam's Hailakandi for online fraud and gambling racket
Jul 04, 2026Hailakandi Police arrested four people in a cyber fraud and online gambling case. Investigators are probing suspected links to a wider network and tracing money trails.
Speeding biker killed after crashing into GMC road-cleaning vehicle on Guwahati's Rukminigaon flyover
Jul 04, 2026A speeding motorcyclist crashed into a GMC road-cleaning vehicle on Guwahati's Rukminigaon flyover late on July 4. The rider, identified as Divyanshu Agarwal, died on the spot and police are investigating the cause.
22 lakh Assam families benefit under PMAY-G; Himanta Biswa Sarma highlights housing milestone
Jul 04, 2026Himanta Biswa Sarma said more than 22 lakh Assam families have benefited under PMAY-G over the past decade. He said the scheme has boosted rural housing delivery, with Assam ranking second in fund release.
Muslims stage protest against proposed UCC Bill after Friday prayers in Silchar
Jul 04, 2026Members of the Muslim community staged a peaceful protest against the Assam government's proposed Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill after Friday prayers (July 3) in the Berenga area of Silchar.
Cachar administration advises residents not to use Jatinga River water for two days over formalin contamination fears
Jul 04, 2026The Cachar District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) has issued a public advisory asking residents living along the Jatinga River not to use its water for the next two days following fears of formalin contamination after a tanker accident.
ED raids two residences of Silchar businessman Abub Mazumdar; accused reportedly absconding
Jul 04, 2026The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on July 3 carried out simultaneous searches at two residences of Silchar-based businessman Abub Mazumdar as part of an investigation into his financial transactions, sources said.
Five held with fake currency worth Rs 13.5 lakh in Guwahati; police probe interstate links
Jul 04, 2026Guwahati Police have arrested five people and seized fake currency notes with a face value of Rs 13.5 lakh in two separate operations carried out by Dispur Police Station on June 30 and July 1.
Assam flood situation improves as affected population drops to 6,678
Jul 03, 2026Assam's flood situation improved sharply on July 3, with the affected population dropping to 6,678. Dhemaji remains the only affected district, even as no fresh deaths or major damage were reported.
Assam launches village-based rural development mission in Bokakhat
Jul 03, 2026The Assam government on Thursday, July 2, launched the Village-Based Growth (VB-G) Rural Advancement Mission for Growth (RAM-G) in Bokakhat, coinciding with its nationwide rollout by the Union Ministry of Rural Development, with the aim of strengthening rural livelihoods, infrastructure and employment.
Assam orders deportation of declared foreigner to Bangladesh
Jul 03, 2026The Biswanath district administration in Assam has ordered the deportation of a person declared a foreigner to Bangladesh under the provisions of the Immigrants (Expulsion from Assam) Act, 1950.
All Assam Students' Society warns of agitation over alleged power department negligence in Juria
Jul 03, 2026The All Assam Students' Society (ASSP) has accused the Power Department of gross negligence in Assam's Nagaon district, alleging that residents of Juria have been facing persistent electricity-related problems due to the department's failure to address long-standing issues.
Speeding car crashes into garage in Assam's Tinsukia, one critically injured
Jul 03, 2026A speeding car crashed into parked two-wheelers outside a garage at Dehing Tea Estate and overturned by the roadside. The crash left a garage worker critically injured, while the driver allegedly fled and police began an investigation.
Assam woman missing in Bengaluru for a week; family seeks CM's intervention
Jul 03, 2026A 22-year-old woman from Assam's Tamulpur district has been missing in Bengaluru for the past week, prompting her family to appeal to the state government for assistance in tracing her.
Assam becomes first state in India to commercially produce Matcha tea: Himanta
Jul 03, 2026Assam has started commercial Matcha tea production at Chota Tingrai Tea Estate in Tinsukia. The move, backed by Indo-Japan collaboration, is aimed at expanding Assam's global tea footprint.
Assam to get 500-bed advanced hospital block at Pragjyotishpur Medical College
Jul 03, 2026Assam has announced a 500-bed advanced hospital block at Pragjyotishpur Medical College and Hospital. The project is aimed at expanding affordable, quality care and modernising the state's healthcare network.
Assam Police arrest five, recover stolen temple valuables in Dhubri
Jul 03, 2026Assam Police arrested five people after probing the Harisabha Temple burglary in Dhubri. The operation led to the recovery of brass and bell metal items and widened the theft investigation.
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