Assam News

Assam Budget 2026 launches Mission Senehjori to transform muga silk waste into high-value spun yarn

Assam Budget 2026 has launched Mission Senehjori to turn muga silk waste into spun yarn. The move aims to cut wastage, build processing infrastructure and create jobs.

Illegal earth-cutting triggers massive landslide in Guwahati’s Kharghuli; no casualties reported

A massive landslide sent boulders and debris onto a road in Guwahati's Kharghuli area on 19 July. Officials linked the collapse to illegal earth-cutting, renewing concerns over unsafe hill development during the monsoon.

Bhogdoi River overflows into Assam's Jorhat Town, Massive Flooding Hits Borigaon

The flood situation in Upper Assam has taken a severe turn as water from the Bhogdoi River surged over the embankment and inundated large parts of the Borigaon area under Ward No. 19 in Jorhat town.

Lovlina Borgohain to bring more glory to India at Commonwealth Games: Assam BJP

Brojen Mahanta congratulated Lovlina Borgohain after she was named flag bearer for India's Commonwealth Games contingent. He said her selection, alongside fresh recognition for Assamese cinema, reflected growing pride in the state's sporting and cultural achievements.

Assam's Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi opposes BJP’s delimitation process, demands constitutional principles be followed

Akhil Gogoi said his party objects to the BJP government's delimitation process despite calling delimitation a constitutional requirement. He said the exercise must follow constitutional principles and avoid divisions based on religion, caste or region.

Gaurav Gogoi accuses Centre of dodging debate on Ram Mandir, NEET, Manipur in Parliament

Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi on July 19 accused the Centre of attempting to avoid discussions on key public issues during the upcoming Parliament session, alleging that the government was "stalling for time" instead of showing accountability.

Assam's Bokakhat MLA Rupam Chandra Ray joins farmers in paddy cultivation, promotes self-reliance among youth

In a gesture aimed at encouraging farmers and promoting self-reliance among the younger generation, Baokhungri MLA Rupam Chandra Ray actively participated in paddy cultivation at Haribhita village near Kokrajhar town.

Assam seeks Army, Air Force standby as floods worsen in Sivasagar, Jorhat, Charaideo

With the flood situation worsening in Upper Assam, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on July 19 said the Assam government has requested the Indian Army and the Indian Air Force to remain on standby to assist in evacuation and rescue operations if the situation deteriorates further.

Assam Congress backs Rahul Gandhi's 'Chatro Ki Gunj', slams BJP over education policies, paper leaks

The Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) on July 19 backed Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi's nationwide 'Chatro Ki Gunj' campaign, accusing the BJP-led Centre and the Assam government of failing students through alleged examination irregularities, inadequate educational infrastructure and the commercialisation of education.

Protest held in Assam’s Margherita against alleged dragging of Sonam Wangchuk from Jantar Mantar protest site

Left-wing organisations held a protest demonstration in Margherita on July 19 condemning the alleged forcible removal of noted scientist, educationist and environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk from his hunger strike protest site at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi.

Assam Police arrest man for allegedly creating fake e-mail ID impersonating CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam Police arrested a Kamrup man for allegedly creating a fake email ID in the Chief Minister’s name. The case centres on alleged fraudulent messages sent to the public, with the cyber probe continuing.

Strong organisation is key to BJP’s success: Tripura Minister Sushanta Chowdhury

Sushanta Chowdhury attended BJP Panchayat-level meetings in Majlishpur and urged stronger booth-level organisation. He said collective grassroots work would expand outreach and improve delivery of welfare schemes.

Assam BJP hails 'Juiphool' National Award, highlights Assam's plans for films on Lachit Borphukan and Kushal Konwar

The BJP's Assam unit on Sunday, July 19, welcomed the National Film Award for Assamese feature film Juiphool and highlighted the State government's plans to produce feature films on the lives of Veer Lachit Borphukan and freedom fighter Kushal Konwar.

Assam Minister Atul Bora dedicates modern sanitation vehicles to Bokakhat Municipal Board

Atul Bora dedicated a fleet of modern sanitation vehicles to the Bokakhat Municipal Board on July 19. The induction is aimed at improving cleanliness services and public service delivery in the town.

Assam Bhawan reconstruction in New Delhi to be completed by end of 2026: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Himanta Biswa Sarma said Assam will have seven dedicated spaces in New Delhi for visitors from the state. The plan includes new complexes, community venues and indigenous bhawans to expand accommodation and cultural outreach.

Assam Education Minister distributes educational grants to 857 students at Moran Autonomous Council programme

Ranoj Pegu distributed certificates and financial assistance to 857 students at a Moran Autonomous Council programme in Tinsukia. The Heketa Scheme aims to support Moran students as they pursue higher education.

Denish Das tops Assam Premier League auction with Rs 12.60 lakh deal as franchises build squads

Barpeta Braves signed Denish Das for Rs 12.60 lakh in the marquee round of the inaugural Assam Premier League auction in Guwahati. The bidding underlined strong competition among eight franchises ahead of the league's 1 August start.

Burglars strike Assam's Kokrajhar Railway quarters, Rs 4 lakh worth of property looted

A burglary was reported at the Railway Department residential quarters in Kokrajhar during the early hours of July 19, adding to the growing concern over a series of theft incidents in the town.

Assam Minister Pijush Hazarika reviews Falangani Lift Irrigation scheme at Kumtai

Pijush Hazarika inspected the Falangani Lift Irrigation Scheme at Kumtai and reviewed its functioning. He said efficient irrigation systems are vital for uninterrupted farm support and better agricultural productivity.

Assam: 11-month-old's death at Silchar Medical College sparks negligence allegations, protest

Estimated 2–6 quintals of fish found dead in historic pond in Assam's Moran

Large-scale fish deaths have been reported over the past three to four days in a historic community pond attached to a public Namghar at Gajpuriya Nepali (Phukan Nagar) under the Moran Revenue Circle in Assam's Dibrugarh district, prompting residents to seek an investigation into the cause.