Assam News

Assam cabinet clears Dibrugarh state capital region, earmarks Rs 500 crore for infrastructure

Assam's Cabinet has approved a State Capital Region in Dibrugarh and a dedicated development authority. The move is meant to steer planned urban growth as the city's administrative role expands.

Assam cabinet boosts MLA development fund, sets Rs 2 crore annual allocation

Assam's cabinet has approved a phased increase in the MLALAD fund for every legislator. The changes also let MLAs use part of the allocation for community and support equipment.

Assam cabinet raises DA/DR to 60 per cent, benefiting over 8 lakh employees and pensioners

More than eight lakh Assam government employees and pensioners will receive higher Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) after the state cabinet approved a two-percentage-point increase from 58 per cent to 60 per cent with immediate effect.

Assam budget session to begin on July 6, scheme benefits from August: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the Assam budget session will begin on July 6 and run for 21 days. He said scheme beneficiaries would receive assistance from August 1 after the full budget is passed.

IMD warns of heavy rain, thunderstorms across Assam over next three days

The IMD has forecast thunderstorms, lightning and heavy to very heavy rain across Assam over the next three days. The warning has put authorities on alert over waterlogging, traffic disruption and localised landslides.

'Despite best efforts to paint a gloomy picture of India's economy by the opposition, data says otherwise': Himanta

Himanta Biswa Sarma said the latest official data showed India's economy remained resilient and fast-growing. He said the figures underscored policy stability, reforms and growth despite global uncertainties.

SC halts deportation of five women declared foreigners by Assam tribunal

The Supreme Court ordered status quo in five petitions by women declared foreigners in Assam. The bench barred deportation until the next hearing and listed the cases for July 16.

Man killed after being struck by speeding vehicle in Assam's Boko

From touching Himanta’s feet to multilingual oaths: Moments that defined Assam’s cabinet expansion

The swearing-in of 12 new ministers in the Assam Cabinet on June 5, was marked not only by the induction of fresh faces but also by a series of symbolic gestures and linguistic choices that quickly became a subject of discussion in political circles.

He lost a leg, not the dream: Assam couple builds thriving terracotta brand 'Mrittika' against all odds

What started as a passion project gradually turned into a business. Pratyasha launched Mrittika in 2018 simply because she loved creating terracotta products. As customers began appreciating her work, demand started growing.

Gauhati University moves to counter FYUGP rumours, says pending results due within 30 days

Gauhati University held a Live session to address student queries on FYUGP, examinations and courses. The outreach came as officials sought to curb social media misinformation and reassure students on pending results.

Arunachal Governor stresses strengthening of Advanced Landing Grounds for security and connectivity

Governor KT Parnaik discussed strengthening Arunachal Pradesh's Advanced Landing Grounds with Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia in Shillong. The talks highlighted their role in security, connectivity, humanitarian relief and faster emergency response.

Supreme Court stays deportation of two women detained in Assam after being declared foreigners

The Supreme Court stayed the possible deportation of two Assam women held in Goalpara after being declared foreigners. The relief came as four women challenged tribunal orders, alleging key evidence was discarded.

10,000 saplings planted in Assam forest as tribute to Zubeen Garg

A plantation drive in Chepnapara saw 10,000 indigenous saplings planted in memory of Zubeen Garg. Organisers said the effort linked environmental conservation with a lasting tribute to the singer's legacy.

World Environment Day observed across Assam's Baksa; over 5,100 saplings planted and distributed

Baksa observed World Environment Day with plantation drives, cleanliness campaigns and awareness programmes across the district. The Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam campaign will continue until 17 September 2026 to promote conservation and expand green cover.

Assam plants over 1.2 crore saplings in 8 hours; CM Himanta Biswa Sarma hails women's contribution

Assam planted over 1.2 crore saplings in just over eight hours on World Environment Day. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma credited women, especially SHG members, for leading the record drive.

Amit Shah announces smart border infrastructure across all BSF-deployed areas to boost national security in Tripura

Amit Shah told BSF personnel in Tripura that smart border systems will be set up in all areas where the force is deployed. He said the near-complete project will tighten surveillance, strengthen border management and support troops with better facilities.

Assam cabinet expansion: 12 MLAs take oath, four new faces join Himanta Biswa Sarma ministry

The Himanta Biswa Sarma-led Assam government is expanding its council of ministers today, June 5, with the induction of 12 legislators, including four first-time ministers, in a move aimed at strengthening the NDA government following its emphatic victory in the recent Assembly elections.

Assam's Nagaon Police seize heroin, 778 narcotic tablets; two arrested in anti-drug operation

Nagaon Police seized heroin, 778 suspected intoxicating tablets and cash in a late-night raid at Bhakatgaon, arresting Mofidul Islam and Jasmin Sultana. The case is under investigation as police trace the source of the drugs and any wider network.

Woman allegedly drugged and robbed by fake finance agents in Guwahati's Boragaon

A woman in Guwahati's Boragaon area was allegedly drugged and robbed by two youths posing as finance company workers. Police are examining CCTV footage and tracking a suspected Pulsar motorcycle as the investigation continues.

Massive fire guts restaurant in Guwahati's Six Mile; property worth over Rs 50 lakh destroyed

A major fire gutted Cafe 7 in Guwahati's Six Mile area early on June 5. The blaze destroyed the restaurant, caused losses of over Rs 50 lakh and is under investigation.