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BJP Mahila Morcha stages “Jan Aakrosh” rally in Assam’s Dhubri over Women’s Reservation Bill

Apr 30, 2026

Bharatiya Janata Party Mahila Morcha workers of the Dhubri Mandal unit on April 30 organized a “Jan Aakrosh” protest rally at Panch Mor in Dhubri, expressing strong resentment against opposition parties under the I.N.D.I. Alliance over the implementation of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam.

Indian Army safely neutralises World War II-era unexploded bomb in Assam

Indian Army safely neutralises World War II-era unexploded bomb in Assam

Apr 30, 2026

The Indian Army successfully neutralised a World War II unexploded bomb found in Assam. Authorities urge public vigilance during excavation work to ensure safety.

Pawan Khera likens Himanta Biswa Sarma to ‘constitutional cowboy’ in Supreme Court hearing

Pawan Khera likens Himanta Biswa Sarma to ‘constitutional cowboy’ in Supreme Court hearing

Apr 30, 2026

Senior Congress leader Pawan Khera on April 30 launched a sharp attack on Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma during proceedings in the Supreme Court, likening him to a “constitutional cowboy” and a “Rambo” while contesting criminal charges filed against him.

Exit polls cannot be trusted, Congress keeping close watch on strong rooms: MP Rakibul Hussain

Apr 30, 2026

Congress MP Rakibul Hussain on April 30 said that exit polls should not be trusted and asserted that the Congress alliance is confident of forming the government in Assam after the election results are declared on May 4.

Assam Vigilance arrests irrigation engineer in Mangaldai bribery case

Assam Vigilance arrests irrigation engineer in Mangaldai bribery case

Apr 30, 2026

Assam Vigilance arrests irrigation engineer over bribery allegations in Mangaldai. Authorities vow strict action against corruption in public projects.

Woman allegedly burnt to death by husband in Assam’s Bongaigaon; accused absconding

Apr 30, 2026

A shocking incident has come to light from Ikrarbari area in Bongaigaon district of Assam, where a man allegedly murdered his wife and later burnt the body near his betel nut plantation.

Shyamkanu Mahanta denied bail in Zubeen death case; court cites conduct, flight risk concerns

Apr 30, 2026

In a significant development in the high-profile Zubeen Garg death case, the fast-track court on April 30 rejected the bail plea of accused Shyamkanu Mahanta.

Garima Saikia Garg shares emotional message after bail rejection of Shyamkanu Mahanta in Zubeen Garg death case

Garima Saikia Garg shares emotional message after bail rejection of Shyamkanu Mahanta in Zubeen Garg death case

Apr 30, 2026

Garima Saikia Garg shares heartfelt feelings after bail denial for Shyamkanu Mahanta in Zubeen Garg case. The court's decision impacts the family amid ongoing legal proceedings.

Feet that defied fate: Specially-abled student secures first division in HSLC exams in Dhubri

Feet that defied fate: Specially-abled student secures first division in HSLC exams in Dhubri

Apr 30, 2026

In an inspiring story of courage and determination, Ariza Ahmed, a specially-abled student from a remote village in Assam’s Dhubri district, has achieved a remarkable milestone by passing the High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC) examination in First Division.

Tension grips Assam's Margherita over alleged indigenous land encroachment

Apr 30, 2026

Tension has escalated in Machegaon under the 83rd Margherita Legislative Assembly constituency in Assam’s Tinsukia district following serious allegations of indigenous land grabbing and encroachment.

Fast-track court rejects Shyamkanu Mahanta’s bail plea in Zubeen death case

Fast-track court rejects Shyamkanu Mahanta’s bail plea in Zubeen death case

Apr 30, 2026

In a major development in the high-profile Zubeen Garg death case, the special fast-track court in Guwahati on April 30 rejected the bail plea of Shyamkanu Mahanta, one of the prime accused in the matter.

MJ Akbar highlights shifting global power equations at Gauhati University symposium

MJ Akbar highlights shifting global power equations at Gauhati University symposium

Apr 30, 2026

Former Minister of State for External Affairs M. J. Akbar on Thursday, April 30 said the global order is undergoing a significant transformation, with established international institutions facing growing challenges in retaining influence in an increasingly multipolar world.

Assam: Sudden weather swings spark health crisis, patient rush overwhelms Doomdooma FRU Hospital In Tinsukia

Apr 30, 2026

A sharp surge in seasonal illnesses has led to overwhelming patient turnout at Doomdooma First Referral Unit (FRU) Hospital in Assam’s Tinsukia district on April 30.

Supreme Court reserves verdict on Pawan Khera's anticipatory bail plea in case linked to Assam CM’s wife

Supreme Court reserves verdict on Pawan Khera's anticipatory bail plea in case linked to Assam CM’s wife

Apr 30, 2026

The Supreme Court on Thursday, April 30 reserved its judgment on a plea filed by Congress leader Pawan Khera seeking anticipatory bail in a case registered by Assam Police on the basis of a complaint lodged by Riniki Bhuyan Sharma, wife of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

Fake doctor arrested by Guwahati's Hatigaon Police after long manhunt

Fake doctor arrested by Guwahati's Hatigaon Police after long manhunt

Apr 30, 2026

Guwahati police arrested a fake doctor after a thorough investigation. Authorities stress the importance of verifying medical credentials to protect public health.

Assam: Thieves break into Nagaon school, allegedly hold liquor party inside premises

Apr 30, 2026

A robbery was reported at Nagaon Bangali Primary School located on R.K. Road in Assam’s Nagaon town, where unidentified miscreants allegedly broke into the institution and decamped with several valuables during Wednesday, April 29 night.

Driving an e-rickshaw to fund her studies, Assam’s Reema Terangpi scores big in Higher Secondary exams

Apr 30, 2026

In Assam’s Biswanath district, the sound of an e-rickshaw moving through busy roads has become closely tied to the daily life of Reema Terangpi. For many passengers, she is simply the young driver taking them to their destination. For her family, she is a source of support during a period of severe financial hardship.

Assam: Fourteen years on, Medortari ferry tragedy victims still await memorial and justice

Assam: Fourteen years on, Medortari ferry tragedy victims still await memorial and justice

Apr 30, 2026

Residents of  Medortari village on the southern bank of the Brahmaputra River in Assam’s Dhubri district on Thursday, April 30, observed the anniversary of the 2012  Medortari ferry tragedy that claimed 44 lives, with families of the victims gathering to pay tribute to the deceased.

Daily wage labourer crushed to death by alleged illegal soil-laden dumper in Charaideo

Apr 30, 2026

A daily wage labourer was killed after being crushed by a soil-laden dumper truck allegedly engaged in illegal soil transportation in Assam’s Charaideo district, triggering widespread concern among residents over unchecked dumper movement in the area.

Guwahati hit-and-run case: Driver arrested after woman dies near B Borooah College

Guwahati hit-and-run case: Driver arrested after woman dies near B Borooah College

Apr 30, 2026

Assam Police on Wednesday, April 29 arrested the driver allegedly involved in the fatal road accident near B Borooah College in Guwahati’s Ulubari locality that claimed the life of a woman earlier this week.

93-year-old Assam man recovers after massive bee attack leaves him unconscious for 24 hours

93-year-old Assam man recovers after massive bee attack leaves him unconscious for 24 hours

Apr 30, 2026

A 93-year-old man from Dimow in Assam’s Sivasagar district has made a remarkable recovery after remaining unconscious for nearly 24 hours following a massive bee attack, in an incident that has also drawn attention to increasing bee attack cases in the state linked to changing climate conditions.