Assam News

Amit Shah launches Rs 1,715 crore push to make Dibrugarh Assam’s second administrative hub

Union Home Minister Amit Shah launches a major Rs 1,715 crore project to develop Dibrugarh as Assam's second administrative hub. The initiative focuses on improving infrastructure, governance, and economic growth in eastern Assam

Traffic on Guwahati’s Chandmari flyover to remain closed from today

Assam Traffic Police have imposed a traffic advisory suspending vehicular movement on the existing Guwahati’s Chandmari Flyover from January 30, 2026, until completion of construction work related to the GNB Road Flyover, officials informed today.

Assam police seize drugs worth Rs 9.2 crore across two valleys, three arrested

Assam police seized drugs worth Rs 9.2 crore and arrested three suspects in Barak and Brahmaputra valleys. Investigations continue to identify more members of the drug network

Assam named most proactive state under RCS–UDAN at Wings India 2026

Assam wins top state award under UDAN at Wings India 2026 for boosting regional air connectivity. The state's efforts have improved infrastructure and promoted affordable flights to remote areas

Actor Devoleena backs Assam CM on ‘Miya’ remark, says Assamese need no explanation

Devoleena Bhattacharjee supports Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma's remarks on the term ‘Miya’. The issue has sparked widespread discussions across Assam.

Odisha Parab to celebrate art, culture and tourism in Guwahati from Jan 30

Odisha Parab, a three-day cultural and tourism festival showcasing the rich heritage, art, cuisine and tourism potential of Odisha, will be held in Guwahati from January 30 to February 1, 2026, at hotel Radisson Blu.

Assam CM links Gandhi’s ideals to rural-led governance as Delhi tightens security on Martyrs’ Day

Assam Chief Minister emphasises the importance of village empowerment inspired by Gandhi's ideals. He calls for focused grassroots development to honour India's freedom fighters.

Assam court to decide on bail plea of three accused in Zubeen Garg death case today today

The Kamrup Metropolitan District and Sessions Court is scheduled to hear and decide the bail petitions of three accused in the Zubeen Garg death case on January 30, Friday.

Amit Shah arrives in Dibrugarh, to unveil major infrastructure and cultural projects today

Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrives in Assam to inaugurate key infrastructure projects. Major developments include a new Assembly complex, sports facilities, and wildlife research initiatives. The visit coincides with upcoming state elections and cultural engagements.

Assam signs MoU for Rs 1,200 crore e-methanol project, 3,500 jobs to follow

Assam Petro-Chemicals Limited (APL), a state government undertaking, on January 29 signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Deendayal Port Authority, Kandla, Gujarat, to set up an E-Methanol Plant, marking a key push towards green energy and port-linked industrial development.

Meghalaya police destroys narcotics worth over Rs 9 crore

Meghalaya Police on January 29 destroyed narcotic drugs valued at more than Rs 9 crore, seized across 58 NDPS cases in seven districts.

Assam Assembly’s Vote-on-Account session from Feb 16 ahead of elections

The final session of the current Assam Assembly is scheduled to begin on February 16, during which the state government will present its vote-on-account budget ahead of the upcoming elections, an official notification stated on January 29.

Himanta Biswa Sarma says ‘Miyas’ coming before 1951 can work, PWD to engage 50 per cent locals in future projects

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on January 29 clarified that the government cannot prevent ‘Miyas’ who came to Assam before 1951 from working in the state.

Assam: Dhubri administration halts illegal construction in Mora Gadadhar River Basin

Local authorities in Dhubri on January 29 halted alleged unauthorised construction work being carried out in violation of a standing Gauhati High Court order along the Dhubri–Kachugaon road, within the ecologically sensitive Mora Gadadhar river basin near Dahar Jhagra Beel.

21st Adivasi Mahasabha begins in Tinsukia; ST status, land rights in focus, 5 lakh expected

The 21st Adivasi Mahasabha commenced on January 29 at the Bargolai Dehing Sports Project Coordination Field under the 83rd Margherita Legislative Assembly constituency in Tinsukia district, marking a major socio-political gathering of the Adivasi community.

Dibrugarh residents welcome development push as Amit Shah to inaugurate key projects

‘Gaurav Gogoi is a Pakistani agent, dare him to sue me’: Himanta drops poll-time bombshell

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on January 29 launched a sharp political attack on Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi, alleging that he is a “Pakistani agent” and claiming that his wife is also a Pakistani.

CM Himanta Biswa Sarma dedicates ₹313 Cr development projects in Golaghat

On the sidelines of the Mukhyamantrir Mahila Udyamita Abhiyan (MMUA), Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on January 29, dedicated major infrastructure and development projects worth ₹313 crore in Golaghat district.

Goods vehicle plunges into gorge in Arunachal, two from Assam killed

Another tragic road accident has struck Arunachal, claiming the lives of two persons from Assam after a goods-carrying vehicle plunged down a steep hillside in the remote Hunli area of Lower Dibang Valley district.

"I didn’t coin the term Miya": Himanta Biswa Sarma defends remark amid Opposition fire

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday, January 29 pushed back against Opposition criticism over his recent remarks referring to “Miya Muslims,” asserting that the term was not coined by him but is self-applied by the people of Bangladesh.

Statewide first-level checks of EVMs, VVPATs near completion as Assam gears up for Assembly polls

Assam is finalising the First Level Checking of EVMs and VVPATs ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. This crucial step ensures the machines are fully functional to uphold election integrity.