Assam News

Highways built under Bharatmala project to boost connectivity, strengthen Assam–Mizoram ties: MP Suklabaidya

The second edition of the Assam–Mizoram Border Festival, organised by the Cachar district administration, concluded on Monday, November 24 with participants from both states pledging to strengthen peace, harmony and mutual understanding along the inter-state border.

Assam and UP Governors hold key talks to boost inter-state cooperation

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Monday, November 24 called on Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel at Raj Bhavan in Lucknow, where the two leaders held a detailed discussion aimed at strengthening inter-state cooperation and improving governance practices. Senior officials from both Raj Bhavans were present during the meeting

Motok community played pivotal role in shaping Assamese identity: Sarbananda Sonowal

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday, November 24 praised the Motok community for its historic contribution to Assam’s social and cultural fabric, describing it as a driving force in shaping the identity and character of the Assamese people.

Assam CM inaugurates high-tech agriculture hub in Khetri established under Indo-Israel Agricultural Project

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday, November 24 inaugurated the Centre of Excellence for Vegetables at Khetri in Kamrup (Metro) district, a flagship facility established under the Indo–Israel Agricultural Project to introduce cutting-edge agricultural technologies to the state.

Judicial Commission extends affidavit deadline in Zubeen Garg death probe to December 12

The Judicial Commission investigating the circumstances surrounding the tragic death of renowned singer Zubeen Garg has extended the deadline for filing affidavits by an additional 21 days. The new cut-off date for submissions has now been set for December 12.

Assam: Deputy Speaker Numal Momin defends SIR, accuses Congress of benefiting from illegal voters

Reacting to Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi’s allegations of voter list manipulation, Assam Legislative Assembly Deputy Speaker Dr Numal Momin on Monday, November 24, defended the Centre’s initiatives, stating that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had taken “a very strong step” to ensure transparency in the electoral process.

Final assembly session crucial for 'New Assam': Minister Ranjeet Kumar Dass

Assam Cabinet Minister Ranjeet Kumar Dass on Monday, November 24 inaugurated the newly constructed building of the Pathsala Press Club, where he fondly recalled his early days in journalism while addressing the gathering.

Assam: Hundreds join procession for venerable Indrabonsho Bhikkhu’s funeral rites in Margherita

The funeral rites of Venerable Indrabonsho Bhikkhu, the chief abbot of Inthem Mungong Buddha Vihar in Margherita, were performed today with full religious honours. The ceremony took place at the Inthem public crematorium, where the late monk was laid to rest according to traditional Buddhist rites.

Three Assam youths detained in Arunachal over alleged plans to join ULFA(I)

Security forces have detained three youths who were allegedly preparing to join the banned militant outfit ULFA (Independent). The arrests were made in Kharsang, Arunachal Pradesh, following inputs that the trio had been in contact with self-styled ULFA(I) leader Arunodoy Dohotia.

Assam: 1300 ‘Lachits’ march with Hengdang in hands to recreate Lachit Borphukan’s legacy

In a striking tribute to Assam’s legendary Ahom general Lachit Borphukan, 1,300 participants dressed as symbolic Lachits marched with traditional 'Hengdang' (traditional swords) along the Sootea–Jamugurihat highway on Monday, November 24.

Fatal crash on NH-6 leaves one driver dead in Assam's Sribhumi

Assam: Young footballers stage silent protest over commercial fair threatening Silchar training ground

Assam to hold custody of surrendered ULFA(I) militant Arunodoi Asom: Himanta

Asom, also known as Arunodoi Dohotia, gave himself up along with his bodyguard, though officials have yet to disclose where or how the surrender unfolded. Sarma said the insurgent would be held in Tinsukia, with only a possible brief transfer to Guwahati “to meet the DGP”.

Citizens warn Assam government against politicising Nellie massacre report

Prominent citizens have called on the Assam government to avoid turning the long-suppressed Tewary Commission Report on the 1983 Nellie massacre into a political tool, warning that selective use of its findings could inflame tensions rather than resolve long-standing concerns over illegal migration.

Non-government panel report on Assam Agitation set for historic assembly tabling

The decision, cleared by the state cabinet on Sunday, concerns the report of the Justice (Retd.) T U Mehta Commission, which was constituted by civil society groups to examine episodes of violence during the anti-infiltration Assam Agitation. The report will be tabled during the five-day assembly session beginning Tuesday.

Tribunal to handle encroachment cases in tribal belt areas: Assam CM

The Assam Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, convened on Sunday, November 23 evening at Janata Bhawan and approved a series of policy decisions aimed at transforming the state’s education, land, labour, and administrative sectors. The chief minister said that encroachments involving Tribal Belt and Tribal Block land can now be challenged before a Tribunal Judge, to be headed by a retired judge, ensuring stronger legal safeguards for tribal land rights

Assam Cabinet approves 6 per cent salary hike for Grade III and IV employees of provincialised institutions

The Assam Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, met at Janata Bhawan on Sunday evening and cleared a series of major decisions aimed at overhauling the State’s education, land, labour, and administrative sectors. 

Workers are the backbone of nation-building: Sarbananda Sonowal in Dibrugarh

Union Minister and Dibrugarh MP Sarbananda Sonowal on Sunday, November 23 reaffirmed that workers remain the “backbone of nation-building” while addressing a massive gathering at Shramik Kalyan Divas, organised in Dibrugarh to commemorate the birth anniversary of renowned labour leader Santosh Kumar Tanti.

Assam Police’s latest drug bust worth Rs 5.78 crore wins CM’s praise with a touch of Netflix

In a spirited post on X (formerly Twitter), Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on November 23, lauded Assam Police for their latest successful operation against drug trafficking. Referencing the feat with trademark wit, the Chief Minister wrote that the “Assam Police Cinematic Universe” had released a “four-episode binge watch” that could rival streaming giants like Netflix.

Fees of minority-run schools to come under state monitoring: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday, November 23 announced that the state government will bring minority-run educational institutions under a fee monitoring framework. The decision forms part of a series of educational reforms approved by the Assam Cabinet in today's meeting.

Assam: Buddhist groups unite in condemnation after monk found dead in Margherita monastery

In a tragic incident that has stunned Buddhist followers across Assam and the Northeast, the lifeless body of Venerable Indrabonsho Bhikkhu, the 55-year-old chief monk of Inthem Mungong Buddha Vihar, was discovered inside his residential quarters on Saturday, November 22 evening.