Assam News

Nath Yogi groups march in Assam's Morigaon, press 11-point charter of demands

Zubeen Garg’s family announces plans to establish trust in the artist’s name

Family members of Zubeen Garg on January 2 announced plans to institutionalise the celebrated artist’s legacy through the formation of a dedicated trust aimed at carrying forward his cultural, social and environmental work.

Dima Hasao startup ships Assam’s organic turmeric to Mumbai, boosts local livelihoods

A Dima Hasao-based startup, Hadingma Gunjung Organic Producer Company Ltd., has dispatched its first consignment of organic turmeric powder to Mumbai, marking a milestone in promoting Assam’s organic produce and supporting local farmers.

Assam: Sarthebari artisans create 10 kg brass masterpiece, win widespread acclaim

A team of skilled brass artisans in Sarthebari, Barpeta, has crafted an impressive 10 kg brass vessel, earning admiration from across the region and highlighting the town’s rich heritage in brass craftsmanship.

Assam: Fair price shop owner accused of rice embezzlement in Namdang Tea Garden

Serious allegations of irregularities and embezzlement of government-supplied rice have surfaced against a fair price shop owner in Namdang Tea Garden under the 83rd Margherita Legislative Assembly constituency in Tinsukia district.

Congress readies third phase of Assam-wide public outreach from January 3

Five teams will travel simultaneously across different zones of Assam. One group, led by APCC president Gaurav Gogoi, will start from Tinsukia and move through Charaideo, Sivasagar, Jorhat and Golaghat. Other teams will cover Udalguri, Tamulpur, Baksa and Nalbari; South Salmara, Goalpara and Kamrup; Dhubri, Kokrajhar and Bongaigaon; and Morigaon, Nagaon and Hojai.

Assam Polls 2026: Gaurav Gogoi says fight is ‘People vs a King’, signals new political alignment

Assam education minister attends Tiwa Autonomous Council event in Morigaon, announces Rs 1 Cr grant

Assam Education Minister Dr Ranoj Pegu on January 2 attended a programme at the headquarters of the Tiwa Autonomous Council in Morigaon, where statues of Raja Bir Jongal Balhu, a symbol of the valour and bravery of the Tiwa community, and Indraching Deuri, regarded as the father of the Tiwa people, were unveiled.

From booze checks to crime checks: Rs 50.21 crore in drink-and-drive fines, 5,786 cases mark a safer Guwahati in 2025

The year 2025 proved to be a defining phase for the Police Commissionerate, Guwahati, as the city recorded a marked improvement in law and order, driven by focused crime prevention, faster investigations and stronger prosecution.

Forest mafia activity suspected as vehicles carrying illegal timber set ablaze in Dima Hasao

The continued presence of forest mafia in Dima Hasao district has once again come under the spotlight following a serious incident at Chesko village, around 16 km from Umrangso, raising concerns over the safety of the region’s fragile ecology.

AIUDF leader opposes Nagaon eviction drive as administration moves to clear 6,000 bighas

A major eviction drive launched by the Doboka administration on January 2 in the Jamunamukh Maudanga Reserved Forest area of Nagaon district has sparked political resistance, with All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) leader Bilal Uddin attempting to obstruct the operation.

Tezpur University crisis: Stakeholders welcome Ministry of Education’s probe, await outcome

The Ministry of Education has started a probe into the crisis at Tezpur University, welcomed by all stakeholders. The investigation is expected to restore normalcy and improve the academic environment

Man brutally attacked, succumbs to injuries in Tinsukia on New Year’s Day

A brutal murder incident was reported from Tinsukia on the very first day of the New Year, sending shockwaves through the area.

Drugs worth Rs 2,919 crore seized in Assam over five years: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on January 1 said that drugs worth Rs 2,919 crore have been seized in the state over the past five years, underscoring what he described as significant progress in the government’s anti-drugs campaign.

Assam cabinet clears over Rs 1,650 crore for schools, new Guwahati medical college

The Assam cabinet on January 1 approved major capital spending for education and healthcare, clearing more than Rs 1,650 crore for new schools and a medical college in Guwahati, signalling a renewed push on public infrastructure at the start of the year.

Evidence on Gaurav Gogoi’s alleged Pakistan links to be made public soon: Himanta

Responding to a question on whether BJP memes referring to “Paijan” were aimed at Gogoi, Sarma said he was unaware of social media content but insisted that “Gogoi and his family definitely have links with Pakistan”.

Assam to transfer Rs 2.90 crore GST from Zubeen Garg’s final film to his foundation

The film has grossed Rs 32 crore, a record for the Assamese film industry. Speaking to reporters during the New Year interaction ‘Natun Diner Alap’ (Conversations of a new day), Sarma said the GST share would be transferred to the foundation set up by Garg.

Assam to install Rs 500 crore proton therapy unit for cancer treatment at GMCH

Assam is installing a Rs 500 crore proton therapy unit at GMCH to advance cancer treatment. This will provide precise radiation therapy and benefit patients locally, reducing travel to other states

Major IPS shake-up in Assam: Indrani Baruah promoted to Inspector General

The Assam government has cleared a large batch of promotions and postings in the Indian Police Service, triggering changes across intelligence, special branches, CID, security and field formations with effect from January 1, 2026.

Assam leads states in constituting 8th Pay Commission: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam leads Indian states by constituting the 8th Pay Commission to revise government employee salaries. The move aims to ensure fair pay and improve the financial well-being of public servants

Guwahati–Kolkata Vande Bharat sleeper train approved, flag-off soon

India’s first Vande Bharat Sleeper train will run on the Guwahati–Kolkata route, marking a major push for faster overnight rail travel in eastern and northeastern India.