Yellow alert issued in 30 Assam districts, heavy rainfall forecast for several areas
Jul 04, 2026The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has issued a weather alert across Assam, placing 30 districts under a yellow alert amid changing weather conditions and forecasts of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and hot, humid weather in different parts of the state.
Rajasthan Assembly Speaker meets Assam counterpart in Guwahati
Jul 04, 2026Rajasthan Legislative Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani called on Assam Legislative Assembly Speaker Ranjeet Kumar Dass in Guwahati on Saturday, July 4.
Guwahati: DC orders inspection of new flyovers, seeks inter-departmental coordination on road safety
Jul 04, 2026In an effort to strengthen road safety measures and reduce traffic accidents, the Kamrup (Metro) District Road Safety Committee convened a review meeting on Saturday, July 4 under the chairmanship of District Commissioner Swapneel Paul.
Used syringes, suspected narcotics recovered from Silchar public toilet, one held, probe underway
Jul 04, 2026Allegations have emerged that a drug trafficking network was operating from a government public toilet located on Trunk Road in Silchar, prompting police to detain one individual and initiate an investigation into the matter.
Over 12,000 trucks await clearance on Assam–Manipur route amid restricted movement
Jul 04, 2026Thousands of truck drivers, co-drivers and helpers remain stranded along National Highway 37 connecting Assam's Silchar and Manipur's Imphal as prolonged traffic congestion has disrupted the movement of goods vehicles, triggering a humanitarian crisis on the vital transport corridor.
19-year-old's body recovered from tea garden in Assam's Kokrajhar, one arrested, main accused absconding
Jul 04, 2026A 19-year-old youth was allegedly murdered and buried in a tea garden in Assam's Kokrajhar district, with the body recovered during a joint operation conducted by Kokrajhar and Chirang Police on Saturday, July 4.
Assam records 15% growth in GST collection in June, outpaces national average
Jul 04, 2026Assam recorded a 15% year-on-year growth in Goods and Services Tax (GST) collection in June, outperforming the national average of 9%, Finance Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah said on Saturday, July 4.
Assam: Cash, jewellery worth over Rs 10 lakh stolen in daylight burglary in Dibrugarh
Jul 04, 2026Unidentified burglars allegedly decamped with cash and gold jewellery worth over Rs 10 lakh after breaking into a house in broad daylight at Khowang in Assam's Dibrugarh district on Saturday, July 4, police said.
Assam Rajya Sabha MP Jogen Mohan donates first month's salary to CM Relief Fund
Jul 04, 2026Assam Rajya Sabha MP Jogen Mohan handed his first month's salary to Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma for the Chief Minister's Relief Fund. The contribution was described by the Chief Minister's Office as a gesture towards community welfare.
55 pigs culled after African Swine Fever outbreak in Assam's Nagaon
Jul 04, 2026An African Swine Fever outbreak at a private farm in Halowa village led to the culling of around 55 pigs in Nagaon district on Saturday. The administration sealed the area with movement curbs and stepped up surveillance to check further spread.
Rare golden langur electrocuted near Kakoijana Reserved Forest in Assam's Bongaigaon
Jul 04, 2026A rare golden langur was electrocuted after coming into contact with a live electric wire near a transformer in Assam's Bongaigaon district on Saturday, July 4, triggering fresh concerns over the safety of the endangered primate in the region.
Guwahati police arrest man in armed extortion case, seize massive cache of firearms and ammunition
Jul 04, 2026The Central Police District of the Guwahati Commissionerate has arrested a 39-year-old man in connection with a case of armed extortion, physical assault and wrongful confinement, leading to the recovery of a substantial cache of firearms, ammunition and other incriminating materials during a raid at his residence in Chapaidong, Bonda.
Assam: Dhubri forest officials seize illegal saw mill and timber in anti-smuggling operation
Jul 04, 2026A major crackdown on illegal timber smuggling was carried out by the Dhubri Forest Department on Saturday, July 4, after officials dismantled an unauthorised band saw mill and seized a large quantity of valuable timber during a raid at the Porarvita char area on the southern bank of Dhubri.
Assam: Baksa administration assesses flood readiness, directs coordinated emergency response
Jul 04, 2026The District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), Baksa, on Saturday, July 4 reviewed the district's preparedness for the ongoing monsoon season, with the administration directing all departments to strengthen coordination and ensure readiness for any flood-related emergency.
Teen drowns in Gangadhar river near India-Bangladesh border in Assam's Dhubri
Jul 04, 2026The missing teenager has been identified as Jahidur Islam, a resident of Dugirpar village in the Tistarpar-Baladoba area.
Himanta Biswa Sarma advises citizens to stay hydrated amid rising temperatures in state
Jul 04, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday, July 4, appealed to people across the state to take necessary precautions in view of the rising temperatures, urging them to remain vigilant against heat-related illnesses and prioritise their health.
Assam: BTC Executive Council approves vigilance panel to strengthen transparency and accountability
Jul 04, 2026The Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) has announced a series of key administrative and welfare measures, including the constitution of a dedicated vigilance body to monitor corruption and irregularities across its departments.
When a Simple Correction Needs a Grand Argument
Jul 04, 2026Three retired civil servants urged Guwahati airport to include Assamese in public announcements. The episode has also raised questions about why simple administrative corrections now demand larger public arguments.
Assam: Lumpy skin disease outbreak in Chhaygaon inflicts heavy losses on livestock farmers
Jul 04, 2026An outbreak of Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) has affected several villages in Chhaygaon under the Palasbari Legislative Assembly Constituency in Assam's Kamrup district, resulting in widespread cattle infections and multiple livestock deaths. The viral disease has caused significant financial losses to cattle rearers, prompting demands for stronger government intervention and enhanced veterinary support.
Guwahati fake currency case: Accused shot in leg while attempting to flee
Jul 04, 2026The investigation into a fake Indian currency racket in Assam took a fresh turn after one of the two accused arrested by Dispur Police sustained a bullet injury during a police operation in Guwahati in the early hours of Saturday, July 4.
Man arrested for allegedly abducting minor girl in Assam's Cachar; victim rescued
Jul 04, 2026A 26-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly abducting a minor girl in Assam's Cachar district, police said on Friday, July 3.
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