Tezpur University Registrar-in-charge seeks reply from MoE on enquiry against absentee VC
Dec 13, 2025Amid an ongoing crisis on the Tezpur University campus, the Registrar-in-charge, Chandan Goswami, has formally urged the Ministry of Education to issue an immediate response on initiating a time-bound enquiry against absentee Vice Chancellor Shambhu Nath Singh.
Assam: Woman who entered India in 2007, granted Indian citizenship under CAA, rare case under registration route
Dec 13, 2025A 40-year-old woman from Sribhumi district, who entered India from Bangladesh in 2007, has been granted Indian citizenship, making her case one of the rarest of its kind in the state. Alongside her, a 61-year-old man from Cachar district has also received citizenship under the Act.
"Not satisfied": Actor Ravi Sarma questions findings in Zubeen Garg death probe
Dec 13, 2025Actor Ravi Sarma has voiced strong dissatisfaction with the Special Investigation Team’s (SIT) chargesheet filed in connection with the death of acclaimed music icon Zubeen Garg, asserting that crucial questions remain unanswered and justice is yet to be fully served.
USHA turns 90 with green tribute: 90 Naahor trees planted in honour of Zubeen Garg
Dec 13, 2025Blending environmental responsibility with cultural reverence, USHA marked its 90th anniversary through a symbolic tree plantation drive in Guwahati, paying homage to Assam’s iconic singer Zubeen Garg. The initiative saw the planting of 90 Naahor saplings, a tree deeply associated with Assamese heritage and known to be closest to the artist’s heart.
“Assam is different”: Sonu Nigam reflects on special bond with the state ahead of concert in Guwahati
Dec 13, 2025Renowned Bollywood playback singer Sonu Nigam arrived in Guwahati on Saturday, December 13 evening as part of his much-anticipated concert tour, Deewana Tera, and marked the visit with a heartfelt tribute to Assam’s beloved musical icon, Zubeen Garg. Shortly after landing at the Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (LGBI), the singer reflected on his long-standing bond with Garg, describing their association as one deeply rooted in friendship, music, and shared memories.
Assam: Woman allegedly killed by husband in Margherita, police launch probe
Dec 13, 2025A woman was allegedly killed by her husband in a brutal attack at Rana Gaon in No. 3 Udaipur under Lekhapani Police Station in Tinsukia district on December 13.
Six workers killed in Arunachal accident brought home to Tinsukia; death toll rises to 17
Dec 13, 2025An atmosphere of deep grief prevailed at the Gelapukhuri Tea Estate in Tinsukia as the mortal remains of six workers, Abhay Bhumiya, Agar Tanti, Rajani Nag, Rahul Kumar, Jonas Munda, and Sanjay Kumar, reached their homes, days after they lost their lives in a road accident in neighbouring Arunachal Pradesh.
Assam SIT ready to submit report against MP Gaurav Gogoi: Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah
Dec 13, 2025Assam Cabinet Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah on Saturday, December 13 stated that the Special Investigation Team (SIT) constituted by the Assam government has completed its probe and is prepared to submit its report concerning Congress Member of Parliament Gaurav Gogoi, amid allegations of his alleged links with Pakistan.
Assam: Former MLA Nabanita Handique escapes unhurt in Charaideo road accident
Dec 13, 2025Former MLA Nabanita Handique narrowly escaped inhurt in a road accident on December 13, on the Naharali road near Rahan Shyamgaon Tiniali under Sapekhati Police Station in Charaideo district, Assam.
Youth and farmers join hands for wildlife conservation in Baksa under 'Living with the Florican' programme
Dec 13, 2025The Manas Maozigendri Ecotourism Society (MMES) organized an awareness programme on human–wildlife conflict and Bengal Florican conservation at Nava Dihira Gaon in Baksa district.
Assam: Rs 20 lakh extortion alleged as cattle truck stopped twice in Nalbari
Dec 13, 2025Serious allegations of extortion and vigilantism have emerged in Nalbari district after a cattle-laden truck was allegedly intercepted and threatened late at night, with the accused reportedly demanding Rs 20 lakh from the vehicle’s occupants.
How a hydropower project gave Assam one of its most poetic songs
Dec 13, 2025On July 10, 1978, legendary cultural icon and Sudhakantha Dr Bhupen Hazarika—later conferred with the Asom Ratna, Padma Vibhushan and Bharat Ratna—visited the Kopili Hydropower Electric Project at Umrangso, marking a moment that would leave a lasting imprint on Assam’s cultural and developmental narrative.
Assam: Rs 10 lakh property tax irregularity, Sribhumi civic body takes tough stand
Dec 13, 2025The Sribhumi Municipal Board has adopted a stringent approach against two of its employees accused of involvement in an alleged large-scale financial irregularity linked to property tax collection. In a recent board meeting, the municipality resolved to move the court seeking the attachment and seizure of the salaries and personal properties of the accused officials to facilitate recovery of misappropriated public funds.
Assam: Teacher absenteeism disrupts classes in Sribhumi schools, questions raised over student welfare
Dec 13, 2025Serious lapses in the functioning of government schools in Sribhumi district have raised fresh concerns over the state of the public education system. Despite clear guidelines issued by the Education Department regarding school hours and academic discipline, several schools are reportedly being closed prematurely, allegedly due to the absence of individual teachers.
Retired Air Force officer held in Assam over alleged Pakistani links
Dec 13, 2025A retired Indian Air Force officer has been arrested in Assam’s Sonitpur district on suspicion of passing sensitive information to Pakistani intelligence operatives, police confirmed on December 13.
Assam hydro projects seen as key to stabilising India’s renewable power grid
Dec 13, 2025Media representatives visited NEEPCO’s Kopili Hydroelectric Power Station (275 MW) at Umrangso in Assam on December 10, 2025, to understand the role of such projects in the evolving energy landscape. Senior NEEPCO officials highlighted that India’s current power mix includes around 1,83,524 MW of installed solar and wind capacity, compared with just 50,348 MW of hydropower as of October 2025, creating long-term grid security concerns.
The night Guwahati stopped being just a stopover
Dec 13, 2025He looked like the kind of man who gets a venue shut down before the first note is played—barefoot, buzzed, inked head to toe, holding a red cup and a smoke like he didn’t care who was watching. Five minutes later, when he opened his mouth, everyone realised they weren’t witnessing chaos at all, but the beginning of something Guwahati had never seen before.
Assam government to move Gauhati HC for fast-track court in Zubeen Garg death case
Dec 13, 2025Assam government plans to set up a fast-track court for the Zubeen Garg death case. The move aims to ensure swift justice and transparency in the trial process
Assam suspends four cricketers, files FIR over alleged corruption in SMAT 2025
Dec 13, 2025Four Assam cricketers have been suspended amid corruption allegations related to the SMAT 2025 tournament. The association has filed an FIR and vowed strict action following the investigation
Zubeen Garg death case: Wife welcomes SIT chargesheet, urges speedy punishment
Dec 13, 2025Zubeen Garg's wife welcomes the SIT chargesheet in the death case and hopes for quick justice. She thanked the investigative agencies and urged authorities to act swiftly
Forest department busts timber smuggling network in Morigaon, two arrested with illegal wood haul
Dec 12, 2025In a major crackdown on illegal logging, the Forest Department on Friday, December 12 arrested two alleged timber smugglers from Morigaon and seized a sizeable quantity of smuggled wood, along with a vehicle used for transportation.
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