Assam News

Global rights body seeks immediate release of Assam activist Pranab Doley

The Indigenous Peoples Rights International (IPRI) has called for the immediate and unconditional release of Assam-based activist Pranab Doley, alleging that his arrest is part of a wider effort to criminalise Indigenous land defenders opposing a proposed luxury hotel project near Kaziranga National Park.

Assam floods worsen; death toll rises to three, over 37,000 affected

Assam's flood situation worsened on July 14 as one more death in Sonitpur took the toll to three and the number affected rose past 37,000. The steep rise from the previous day has left Lakhimpur worst hit, with rescue, relief and damage reports mounting across six districts.

Assam: Fisheries department urges Kamrup farmers to shun excessive chemical use in ponds

Addressing the gathering, District Fisheries Development Officer, Kamrup, Dr Sanjay Sharma highlighted the adverse impact of indiscriminate chemical use in fisheries, stating that excessive chemical inputs not only affect aquatic ecosystems but also pose serious health risks to consumers. He urged farmers to adopt scientific fish farming methods in accordance with the package of practices prescribed by the Fisheries Department.

Veteran Assamese actress Purabi Sarma dies of cardiac arrest in Guwahati

Veteran Assamese actress Purabi Sarma passed away in Guwahati on Tuesday, July 14 at around 7:30 pm after suffering a cardiac arrest. She was rushed to a hospital, where doctors declared her dead. Her mortal remains are being brought to her residence in Shantipur, where family members, friends, colleagues, and admirers are expected to pay their last respects.

Assam: Student bodies object to Guwahati city expansion into RHAC villages, demand rollback of acquisition notices

The Kamrup District Committee of the All Rabha Students' Union (ARSU) and the South Kamrup District Committee of the All Bodo Students' Union (ABSU) on Tuesday, July 14, jointly opposed the Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority's (GMDA) proposed land acquisition in areas under the Rabha Hasong Autonomous Council (RHAC) for the Guwahati City Extension project.

Caught short? Tinsukia's 'Name and Shame' drive wins public backing

Assam's debt rises 4.5 times to Rs 1.62 lakh crore in 2025 from Rs 35,690 crore in 2016: Minister

Assam's debt and loan liabilities were detailed in the Assembly in written replies to Opposition MLAs. The figures showed a sharp rise in total debt, while separating long-term interest-free loans from interest-bearing borrowings.

Assam Rifles Jawan killed in Nagaland IED blast to be laid to rest with military honours

Havildar Mohd Iqbal of the Assam Rifles, who was killed in an improvised explosive device (IED) blast in Nagaland's Chumoukedima district, will be laid to rest with full military honours in his native village in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district.

Congress, Raijor Dal walk out of Assam Assembly over delay in ST status for six communities

Opposition Congress and Raijor Dal legislators on Tuesday, July 14, staged a walkout from the Assam Assembly, protesting what they described as the continued delay in granting Scheduled Tribe (ST) status to six indigenous communities in the State.

Four-year-old child allegedly killed after being thrown into pond in Assam's Nagaon, woman detained

A four-year-old child allegedly died after being thrown into a pond in Assam's Nagaon district, prompting the police to launch an investigation into the incident.

Tourist arrivals in Assam crossed six crore over last 10 years: Tourism Minister

Tourism Minister Ajanta Neog told the Assam Assembly that the state recorded 6.04 crore tourist arrivals over the past decade. She said the figures underline a post-pandemic rebound, while revised foreign advisories reflect improved law and order.

Eight villages cut off in Arunachal after flash floods wash away bridge

Eight villages in Arunachal Pradesh's Kra Daadi district have been cut off from the rest of the State after flash floods triggered by incessant rainfall washed away an 84-metre bridge over the Kumey River, officials said on Tuesday, July 14.

Assam Police seize Yaba tablets worth Rs 8 crore in Sribhumi, three arrested

Assam Police seized around 80,000 Yaba tablets with an estimated international market value of nearly Rs 8 crore during an anti-narcotics operation in Sribhumi district, arresting three alleged drug traffickers and uncovering what investigators suspect to be part of an active interstate drug trafficking network.

BJP launches two-day mega training campaign in Assam's Sivasagar to strengthen party organisation

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on July 14 launched a two-day Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Mega Training Campaign at Milan Mandir in Sivasagar as part of its organisational strengthening drive following the party's return to power in Assam for a third consecutive term.

Drug peddler held with 1,000 Yaba tablets in Guwahati joint operation

A joint team of SOG, WGPD and Gorchuk Police arrested an alleged drug peddler in Guwahati and seized 1,000 Yaba tablets. Police have registered an NDPS Act case and are probing the source and wider network links.

Nagaon artist highlights Assam's Sanchipat manuscript painting before Union Minister Giriraj Singh

Traditional manuscript painting artist Sujit Das from Assam's Nagaon showcased the State's centuries-old Sanchipat manuscript painting tradition before Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh, urging greater national and international recognition for the endangered art form.

Assam to set up 14 new circle officer offices, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announces in Assembly

Himanta Biswa Sarma told the Assam Legislative Assembly that the state will set up 14 new Circle Officer offices. The move is aimed at decentralising revenue administration and improving public access to services.

Motorcycle bearing four-wheeler registration number seized in Assam's Nagaon

A motorcycle allegedly bearing the registration number of a four-wheeler was seized during a vehicle-checking drive in Assam's Nagaon district, officials said on Tuesday, July 14.

Garima Saikia Garg visits proposed Zubeen Garg Memorial Park in Assam's Kokrajhar, plants Nahor sapling

Garima Saikia Garg, wife of late Assamese music icon Zubeen Garg, on Monday visited the site of the proposed Zubeen Garg Memorial Park along the Gourang River in Kokrajhar and planted a Nahor sapling as a tribute to the legendary singer.

10,000 suspected Yaba tablets seized in Silchar; two held in midnight anti-drug operation

Cachar Police detained two men after seizing 10,000 suspected Yaba tablets in a late-night Silchar raid. The recovery has triggered an NDPS case and a wider probe into possible trafficking links.

Adani One crosses five million members; Guwahati Airport among eight airports covered by loyalty programme

Adani Airport Holdings Limited's (AAHL) consumer app, Adani One, has crossed five million members within 10 months of launching Adani Rewards, with Guwahati Airport among the eight airports where passengers can avail of the integrated airport loyalty programme.