Assam News

From Assam’s Hargila Army to Cornell University: Purnima Devi Barman takes conservation story global

Assam’s renowned wildlife biologist and conservationist Dr Purnima Devi Barman is currently at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, where she is taking part in a series of academic sessions, classes and scientific engagements as part of Cornell’s collaboration with conservation partners in India.

‘Baal bhi baanka nahi kar sakte’: Himanta tells Rahul, invokes ‘Sanatan power’ to defend Modi

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on October 7 launched a sharp attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, saying he could not “harm even a hair” of Prime Minister Narendra Modi as long as the “power of Sanatan” exists in India.

Five suspected Bangladeshi nationals arrested in Guwahati while boarding train to Mumbai

Assam Police arrested five suspected Bangladeshi nationals, including four women, from a train at Guwahati Railway Station on October 7, while they were allegedly attempting to travel to Mumbai, police said.

Youth found dead in Rukni river in Assam’s Cachar, police probe underway

The recovery of a young man's body from the Rukni river near Kabuganj in Assam's Cachar district has sparked concern, with police investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.

Assam govt firm signs pact with private company to set up shipyard near Guwahati

The Assam Inland Waterways Company Ltd (AIWCL), a state government enterprise, has signed an agreement with a private company to establish a shipyard at Dharapur on the outskirts of Guwahati, an official statement said on October 7.

Assam: Seven-month pregnant woman killed in hit-and-run on Silchar-Imphal highway

A seven-month pregnant woman was killed after an oil tanker allegedly rammed into her scooter on National Highway 37 in the Jujang Pahar area of Cachar district on Wednesday, October 7.

Assam: GST department seizes goods-laden vehicle after locals flag suspected tax evasion in Dhubri

Alert residents in Assam’s Halakura area intercepted a commercial vehicle carrying a consignment of branded goods allegedly being transported from West Bengal without the required GST invoices and transit documents, and subsequently handed it over to the GST Department on Wednesday, October 7 evening.

Tinsukia rights body seeks probe into cracks reported in Ledo’s Jharna Basti

The Tinsukia District Committee of the International Human Rights Council (IHRC) has expressed concern over cracks reported at several locations in Jharna Basti of Ledo and called for a scientific assessment of the situation.

Under-construction bridge collapses in Assam’s Hailakandi, cause under scrutiny

An under-construction bridge collapsed at Bargul in Mohanpur Part-II under the Algapur-Katlicherra constituency in Assam’s Hailakandi district, officials said.

Assam: Congress alleges widespread rigging in Nagaon bypoll, seeks repoll at affected booths

Senior Congress leader and Dhubri MP Rakibul Hussain on October 7 accused the ruling BJP of rigging the Nagaon Lok Sabha bypoll and demanded repolling at polling stations where he alleged large-scale irregularities took place.

Assam: 5 including female mastermind arrested in Jorhat honey-trapping, extortion case

Jorhat Police have arrested five people, including two women, for their alleged involvement in a honey-trapping and blackmail racket operating in the district, following a complaint filed by a private-sector bank manager from Tinsukia.

Over 35 Assam Police officers transferred in major reshuffle

More than 35 Assam Police officers of various ranks, including deputy commissioners of police and battalion commandants, have been transferred in a major reshuffle, according to a notification issued by the state government.

Assam: Allegations of financial irregularities surface against former acting principal of Dhubri Girls’ College

Allegations of financial irregularities and withholding of contractor dues have surfaced against Multufa Begum, former Acting Principal of Dhubri Girls’ College, following a complaint over non-payment of around Rs 6 lakh for infrastructure works completed at the institution.

Akhil Gogoi warns of statewide agitation over delay in Assam flood compensation

Raijor Dal president and Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi on Wednesday, October 7 escalated his criticism of the Assam government over the alleged delay in compensation to flood-affected families, warning of a statewide democratic agitation if the government fails to address his demands.

Assam: Man held after allegedly attempting to sexually assault 22-year-old woman in Bongaigaon

A 22-year-old tribal woman was allegedly subjected to an attempted sexual assault while returning home after a computer class in Assam’s Bongaigaon district, following which local residents caught the accused and handed him over to police.

Woman allegedly assaulted by group over pond dispute in Assam’s Nagaon

Gauhati HC seeks Assam government response on plea challenging M K Yadava’s continuation as forest secretary

The Gauhati High Court has sought responses from the Assam government and other respondents on a petition challenging the continuation of M K Yadava as Special Chief Secretary (Forest) in the state.

CPI(M), Left protest in Guwahati seeking Rs 25 lakh for families of Upper Assam flood victims

The Communist Party of India (Marxist), or CPI(M), along with several other Left parties, staged a protest at Volvo Point in Ulubari, Guwahati, on Wednesday, October 7 demanding enhanced compensation for victims of the floods in Upper Assam and immediate financial assistance for affected families.

Assam CID arrests man in alleged Rs 40 lakh Canara Bank vehicle loan fraud case

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of Assam Police has arrested a Guwahati-based man in connection with an alleged Rs 40 lakh vehicle loan fraud involving multiple branches of Canara Bank, officials said.

Assam government constitutes statutory bodies for environmental impact assessment, clearance

The Assam government has formally constituted the State Level Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA) and the State Level Expert Appraisal Committee (SEAC), strengthening the state-level mechanism for appraisal and decision-making on projects requiring environmental clearance.

Uttar Pradesh tourist apologises after filming Assam women bathing at Meghalaya waterfall

A tourist from Uttar Pradesh allegedly filmed a group of women from Assam while they were bathing at Mawsawa Falls in Meghalaya's Sohra area, leading to a confrontation after one of the women noticed the recording.