Assam News

7-day ultimatum to Manipur govt: CoTU pauses shutdown, warns of bigger agitation

The Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU), Sadar Hills, has temporarily suspended its ongoing total shutdown in Manipur's Kangpokpi district for seven days, giving the government a final opportunity to address its Charter of Demands.

'Rahul Gandhi not taken seriously even by Congress': Assam minister Ashok Singhal

Assam Minister Ashok Singhal on November 6 launched a sharp attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, questioning his demand for a public debate with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and accusing him of avoiding discussions in Parliament.

Assam CM inaugurates Kali Temple at Dharapur Chariali, announces Rs 20 lakh aid

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated the Kali temple at Dharapur Chariali and offered prayers. His ₹20 lakh assistance will support the temple's construction works.

Hagrama Mohilary rules out full BPF support for fresh Bodoland movement, BTC decides to cut land premium

The Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) has decided to reduce land premium rates for patta allotment and mutation, offering relief to landless people as well as existing landowners in the region.

'Assam's strong legal stand kept Zubeen Garg case accused behind bars for over a year': AG

The Supreme Court on Friday (November 6) deferred the hearing on the bail pleas of Shyamkanu Mahanta and Siddharth Sharma, two key accused in the Zubeen Garg death case, after the matters involving co-accused Amritprabha Mahanta and Sandipon Garg could not be taken up.

11 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs in Assam's Barpeta receive NQAS certification

Eleven Ayushman Arogya Mandirs in Barpeta received NQAS certification through October 2026. The recognition highlights improved primary care quality, accessibility and patient-centred delivery.

Assam Education Minister inaugurates Rs 5-crore projects at K.C. Das Commerce College

Assam Education Minister Ranoj Pegu inaugurated Rs 5-crore projects at K.C. Das Commerce College. The PM-USHA facilities aim to strengthen infrastructure, academic standards and student opportunities.

Assam CM flags in 248-km Brahmaputra Sailing Expedition at Pandu Port

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma flagged in the Brahmaputra Sailing Expedition at Pandu Port after its 248-km journey. The initiative fostered leadership and patriotism while celebrating Lachit Borphukan and Assam's riverine heritage.

Assam: BIS conducts raid at Chirang jewellery shop over alleged sale of gold with fake hallmarks

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) conducted a search and seizure operation at Ma Kali Jewellers, located on the Bijni-Panbari Road in Assam’s Chirang district, over allegations of selling gold jewellery bearing fake hallmarks.

Two India Today NE journalists win 4th Kalyan Barooah Memorial Awards for Media 2026

Hrijoy Das Kanungo and Dr Aparmita Das have won honours in digital media and videography. Their selection gives India Today NE two winners across separate categories in the same edition.

Man killed in hit-and-run accident in Assam’s Borkhola; unidentified vehicle flees

An unidentified vehicle struck and killed a man on the Silchar-Jaintia Road before fleeing. Police are trying to identify the victim and trace the vehicle involved.

'Do not blame police': Assam CM on Ghanakanta Gogoi encounter

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma defended police action in the Ghanakanta Gogoi encounter. His remarks stressed that courts would ultimately judge the circumstances of the death.

'Media should question the witnesses': Assam CM on Zubeen Garg death case

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma questioned media reports on bail and witness accounts in the Zubeen Garg death case. He stressed that public statements and court testimonies must be examined separately without pressuring witnesses.

One killed, several injured in massive fire at Tengakhat OCS in Assam's Dibrugarh

A massive fire broke out at the ITF gas pipeline facility inside the Tengakhat OCS in Assam’s Dibrugarh district on the morning of November 6, leaving one person dead and several others injured.

Zubeen Garg death case: Supreme Court to hear bail matters on November 30

The Supreme Court will hear four bail matters in the Zubeen Garg case on November 30. The proceedings include Assam's challenges to two Gauhati High Court bail orders.

Assam records decline in maternal deaths linked to sepsis, share falls from 21 per cent to 8 per cent

The Union Health Ministry has invited Assam to present its infection-prevention model to other states. The invitation follows a four-month fall in the proportion of maternal deaths attributed to sepsis.

Assam government launches portal for public registration for Bhupen Hazarika centenary closing ceremony in Delhi

The Assam government has opened public registration for Bhupen Hazarika's centenary closing ceremony in Delhi. The programme will conclude year-long celebrations of his contribution to music, culture and society.

Massive fire destroys furniture shop, new bike in Assam’s Udharbond

A massive fire broke out at Char Mile in Udharbond, Cachar district, late night of November 5, completely gutting a furniture shop and a newly purchased motorcycle.

Assam couple who went to Chennai for work return home in coffins, children left orphaned

Usha Mangeshkar recalls musical bond with Bhupen Hazarika, confirms Delhi visit for award

Usha Mangeshkar has confirmed she will visit New Delhi to receive the first national award instituted in Bhupen Hazarika's name. The honour also recalls their musical partnership and its enduring place in Assam's cultural memory.

Guwahati hotel firing: Accused Ghanakanta Gogoi’s body handed over to family after post-mortem

Ghanakanta Gogoi's body was handed to his family after a post-mortem in Dibrugarh. The examination followed NHRC guidelines for custodial deaths and involved experts from three institutions.