Assam News

Assam to transfer Rs 2.90 crore GST from Zubeen Garg’s final film to his foundation

The film has grossed Rs 32 crore, a record for the Assamese film industry. Speaking to reporters during the New Year interaction ‘Natun Diner Alap’ (Conversations of a new day), Sarma said the GST share would be transferred to the foundation set up by Garg.

Assam to install Rs 500 crore proton therapy unit for cancer treatment at GMCH

Assam is installing a Rs 500 crore proton therapy unit at GMCH to advance cancer treatment. This will provide precise radiation therapy and benefit patients locally, reducing travel to other states

Major IPS shake-up in Assam: Indrani Baruah promoted to Inspector General

The Assam government has cleared a large batch of promotions and postings in the Indian Police Service, triggering changes across intelligence, special branches, CID, security and field formations with effect from January 1, 2026.

Assam leads states in constituting 8th Pay Commission: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam leads Indian states by constituting the 8th Pay Commission to revise government employee salaries. The move aims to ensure fair pay and improve the financial well-being of public servants

Guwahati–Kolkata Vande Bharat sleeper train approved, flag-off soon

India’s first Vande Bharat Sleeper train will run on the Guwahati–Kolkata route, marking a major push for faster overnight rail travel in eastern and northeastern India.

MoE sends Tezpur University VC on leave, sets up enquiry panel after months of unrest

Tezpur University Vice-Chancellor placed on leave amid ongoing campus unrest. Ministry forms enquiry panel to investigate and restore order

GNRC Medical marks 13 years; lays foundation stone for cardiac sciences and cancer care centres

GNRC Medical on Wednesday, December 31 marked its 13th Foundation Day, reflecting on its journey of growth and its expanding role in addressing the region’s rising burden of complex diseases. A major highlight of the occasion was the laying of the foundation stone for the GNRC Cardiac Sciences Centre and the GNRC Cancer Care Centre at the North Guwahati campus. Shri Deba Kumar Mishra, IAS, District Commissioner of Kamrup, attended the programme as the Chief Guest.

Morigaon police return 52 stolen mobile phones to owners on New Year’s Day

The Morigaon police brought cheer to 52 individuals on the very first day of the New Year by returning stolen and lost mobile phones recovered from different parts of the country.

Identity, development to be central themes of Assam Assembly polls: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on January 1 said that identity protection and development will be the key focus areas for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the forthcoming Assam Assembly elections.

Tourism emerges as a messenger of peace in Bodoland as footfall rises at Raimona National Park

The growth of tourism in Bodoland has brought with it a renewed message of peace and hope, with Raimona National Park witnessing a steady rise in tourist arrivals.

Assam: Margherita's St Margaret Union Church, to mark centenary year in 2031

St Margaret Union Church in Margherita, the oldest and first church in the Margherita Co-District, is set to celebrate its centenary in 2031.

Meghalaya to account for 85% land as Umiam–Silchar express highway moves closer to execution

About 85 per cent of the Barapani-Silchar expressway will run through Meghalaya, improving connectivity and economic prospects. The project aims to ease transport and trade between Meghalaya and Assam

Assam rolls out 'Babu Scheme' for boys: Postgraduates to get Rs 2,000, graduates Rs 1,000 monthly

Not my job to make people believe that I'm not anti-Muslim: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma denies being anti-Muslim and stresses governance over perceptions. He calls for judgement based on his development work

Assam government to appoint special prosecutor, seek dedicated court in Zubeen Garg case

Assam government will appoint special prosecutor for Zubeen Garg case and plans a dedicated court to speed up the trial This move highlights the state's focus on ensuring timely justice

CM announces bridges, tunnels and corridors for Assam — Here’s what’s coming next

“These projects reflect the scale of work undertaken in the last five years and our commitment to transforming Assam’s infrastructure,” Himanta Biswa Sarma said.

Bongaigaon’s forest guardian: The man who has been protecting Assam's Sonakhuli hills for 30 years

Assam opposition demands rehabilitation for Karbi Anglong violence victims

In a joint memorandum submitted to Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya, leaders from the Congress, CPI(M), Raijor Dal, Assam Jatiya Parishad, All Party Hill Leaders Conference and other parties also called for adequate financial compensation for the relatives of the two people who lost their lives in the violence. 

Himanta Biswa Sarma vows intensified pushback of illegal Bangladeshi immigrants in 2026

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on January 1 reiterated his government’s hardline stance against illegal immigration, asserting that the state will intensify its pushback operations in 2026 after what he described as a major drive in the past year.

IIT Guwahati’s Prof Amarendra Kumar Das named Pro-Vice-Chancellor of Tezpur University

The Ministry of Education on December 31 appointed Professor Amarendra Kumar Das of IIT Guwahati as the new Pro-Vice-Chancellor of Tezpur University, Assam, even as it constituted a high-level enquiry committee to probe the ongoing crisis and allegations surrounding the functioning of the university.

Assam conviction rate nearly doubles after rollout of new criminal laws

The conviction rate in Assam has nearly doubled since the implementation of the new criminal laws, senior police officials said on December 31, highlighting the impact of technology-driven and evidence-based investigations on the justice delivery system.