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Sibamoni Bora: From BDO to MLA, Congress challenger to Devasish Sharma in Nagaon bypoll

Sibamoni Bora: From BDO to MLA, Congress challenger to Devasish Sharma in Nagaon bypoll

Sep 14, 2026

The Congress has named former Batadroba MLA Sibamoni Bora as its candidate for the upcoming Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election, setting up a contest with BJP nominee and former IAS officer Devasish Sharma.

Assam’s entire railway network now electrified, says Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam’s entire railway network now electrified, says Himanta Biswa Sarma

Sep 14, 2026

Assam has achieved 100 per cent electrification of its railway network, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on September 14, calling it a “big milestone” for the state.

Congress names Sibamoni Bora as candidate for Nagaon Lok Sabha bypoll

Congress names Sibamoni Bora as candidate for Nagaon Lok Sabha bypoll

Sep 14, 2026

The Congress has named former MLA Sibamoni Bora as its candidate for the upcoming Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election in Assam.

ULFA-I senior cadre Anoljoy Asom surrenders before Tinsukia police

ULFA-I senior cadre Anoljoy Asom surrenders before Tinsukia police

Sep 14, 2026

In another setback for the banned United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I), senior cadre Anoljoy Asom surrendered before Tinsukia Police on September 14.

82 cattle rescued, two vehicles seized in Assam’s Bongaigaon

82 cattle rescued, two vehicles seized in Assam’s Bongaigaon

Sep 14, 2026

Assam Police rescued 82 cattle allegedly being smuggled and seized two vehicles during an operation in Abhayapuri in Bongaigaon district, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on September 14.

Rakibul Hussain seeks ECI probe into ex-Nagaon DC Devasish Sharma, questions official orders

Rakibul Hussain seeks ECI probe into ex-Nagaon DC Devasish Sharma, questions official orders

Sep 14, 2026

Dhubri MP Rakibul Hussain has approached the Election Commission of India (ECI), seeking an independent and time-bound inquiry into the conduct of former Nagaon Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Election Officer (DC-cum-DEO) Devasish Sharma.

Guwahati Declaration gets BRICS recognition, Assam’s anti-narcotics push gains global backing

Guwahati Declaration gets BRICS recognition, Assam’s anti-narcotics push gains global backing

Sep 14, 2026

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has welcomed the recognition of the Guwahati Declaration in the BRICS New Delhi Declaration, calling it a significant step towards strengthening international cooperation against narcotics trafficking.

Hima Das among 32 honoured as Northeast creator community comes together in Guwahati

Hima Das among 32 honoured as Northeast creator community comes together in Guwahati

Sep 14, 2026

Olympic sprinter Hima Das was among 32 people honoured at the inaugural North East Creator Circuit in Guwahati. The event drew creators from across the Northeast and underscored the region's growing creator economy.

Over 11,000 people benefit from Small Grants Programme in Assam, Meghalaya

Over 11,000 people benefit from Small Grants Programme in Assam, Meghalaya

Sep 14, 2026

More than 11,000 people, mostly farmers, have benefited from the GEF-Small Grants Programme (SGP) in Assam and Meghalaya during the first two years of its five-year project, with over 17,000 hectares of land brought under improved management, officials said.

‘Police told us Ramanuj fell from GMCH roof’: Father questions death circumstances

Sep 14, 2026

The family of Ramanuj Goswami, who died after allegedly jumping from a moving police vehicle while being taken for a medical examination, will receive his body, his family members said.

Assam elephant 'Durga' sent to Madurai temple, wildlife group raises concern

Assam elephant 'Durga' sent to Madurai temple, wildlife group raises concern

Sep 14, 2026

An elephant named Durga has been shifted from Assam’s Manas National Park to the Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, with the transfer drawing questions from wildlife conservation groups over her age, ownership history and the circumstances in which she was moved out of the state.

Assam: Murder accused Ramanuj takes fatal leap from moving police vehicle: DCP (East)

Sep 14, 2026

A man accused of brutally murdering his wife died after allegedly jumping from a moving police vehicle while he was being taken to the Guwahati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) for a medical examination early Monday, September 14, police said.

Bongaigaon Police rescue 82 cattle, bust alleged smuggling racket in Lower Assam

Bongaigaon Police rescue 82 cattle, bust alleged smuggling racket in Lower Assam

Sep 14, 2026

Bongaigaon Police rescued 82 cattle during a raid at a sawmill in North Salmara Part-III in Assam's Bongaigaon district, in a major crackdown on alleged cattle smuggling.

Four-month-old wild elephant calf found dead in Assam’s Boko

Four-month-old wild elephant calf found dead in Assam’s Boko

Sep 14, 2026

The carcass of a four-month-old wild elephant calf was recovered from Roumari area under the Singra Forest Range in Assam’s Kamrup district, prompting a forest department operation after the calf’s mother reportedly turned aggressive near the site.

No bullet wound: GMCH says Guwahati murder accused Ramanuj Goswami was brought dead after falling from Narakasur Hills

Sep 14, 2026

Guwahati murder accused Ramanuj Goswami died early Monday, September 14 after allegedly jumping from Narakasur Hills while he was being taken by police to the Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) for a blood test, police said. The hospital authorities said Goswami was brought to the casualty ward at around 3:41 am and was declared brought dead.

Former NDFB leader Bhupen Boro seeks full implementation of 2020 BTR Peace Accord

Sep 14, 2026

Former National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) leader Bhupen Boro on Monday, September 14 called for the complete implementation of the 2020 Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) Peace Accord, saying all provisions of the agreement must be honoured to consolidate the peace achieved after decades of armed conflict in the region.

UK diplomat begins 10th Assam visit, hails new Guwahati airport terminal

UK diplomat begins 10th Assam visit, hails new Guwahati airport terminal

Sep 14, 2026

UK Deputy High Commissioner to East and Northeast India Dr Andrew Fleming has arrived in Assam for his 10th visit to the state, describing the trip as an “anniversary visit” and highlighting the presence of British infrastructure companies during his stay.

Report of Guwahati murder accused Ramanuj Goswami’s death leaves family in shock, wife’s death rituals halted midway

Sep 14, 2026

Post-death rituals for Riya Talukdar, wife of accused Ramanuj Goswami, were disrupted in Gauripur town of Assam’s Dhubri district on Monday, September 14, following reports that Goswami had allegedly died while attempting to flee from police custody.

Rs 93.08 lakh cash, gold ornaments seized in cyber fraud crackdown in Assam's Tupamari

Rs 93.08 lakh cash, gold ornaments seized in cyber fraud crackdown in Assam's Tupamari

Sep 14, 2026

Assam Police seized Rs 93.08 lakh in cash, gold ornaments, bank documents and ATM cards during a search operation at a residence in 3 No. Tupamari village under the Tupamari Police Outpost in Assam's Boko-Chaygaon area on Sunday, September 13.

Assam: Dhubri police seize over 100 bags of PDS rice in Brahmaputra, foil suspected Bangladesh smuggling bid

Assam: Dhubri police seize over 100 bags of PDS rice in Brahmaputra, foil suspected Bangladesh smuggling bid

Sep 14, 2026

Police in Assam’s Dhubri district seized more than 100 bags of subsidised Public Distribution System (PDS) rice during a night operation along the Brahmaputra River, foiling an alleged attempt to smuggle the food grains across the international border into Bangladesh.

Elephant herd damages houses, paddy storage sheds in Assam's Samaguri

Sep 14, 2026

A herd of wild elephants has damaged several residential houses and paddy storage sheds in Singia Kumar Gaon under Samaguri, Assam, forcing local residents to remain indoors at night amid growing concerns over their safety.