Assam's Nagaon DC Devashish Sharma takes voluntary retirement; government accepts VRS request
Sep 03, 2026The Assam government has accepted Nagaon District Commissioner Debashish Sharma's request for voluntary retirement. His exit follows only a few months in the post, with his successor yet to be announced.
Assam CM visits 1,200-year-old Negheriting Shiva Doul, reviews facilities for devotees
Sep 03, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on September 3 visited the historic Negheriting Shiva Doul in Golaghat district, describing the temple as a centre of faith and spirituality for nearly 1,200 years.
Assam to set up Anti-Narcotics Task Force to combat drug menace: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Sep 03, 2026Himanta Biswa Sarma said Assam will set up an Anti-Narcotics Task Force within the police next month. The move is aimed at tightening NDPS enforcement, tracking cartel finances and blocking regional transit routes.
Disaster Response Training held for irrigation staff in Assam's Morigaon
Sep 03, 2026A public awareness campaign and disaster response training was held in Morigaon for Nagaon Circle irrigation staff. The programme focused on improving readiness to protect lives, infrastructure and agricultural communities during floods and other emergencies.
DGBR reviews strategic road infrastructure development under project Brahmank in Arunachal Pradesh
Sep 03, 2026The DGBR reviewed strategic road and infrastructure works under Project Brahmank in Arunachal Pradesh. The visit underscored the push to speed up critical projects while maintaining quality and safety.
Assam’s Kokrajhar Court sentences man to 20 years in jail for raping 14-year-old girl
Sep 03, 2026A Kokrajhar court sentenced Ram Kujur to 20 years in prison for raping a 14-year-old girl. The verdict also imposed a Rs 50,000 fine and added six months for default.
Assam: Gohpur-Numaligarh tunnel project moves ahead, tenders invited for Brahmaputra road-rail link
Sep 03, 2026Assam has taken a major step towards building a road-and-rail tunnel beneath the Brahmaputra, with the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) inviting tenders for the ambitious Gohpur-Numaligarh project.
Assam: Tensions mount over SMC formation at Dhubri Girls’ PM SHRI School; complaints filed against principal
Sep 03, 2026A row has erupted at Dhubri's PM SHRI Government Higher Secondary Girls School over repeated delays in forming the School Management Committee. The dispute has triggered complaints against the academic in-charge principal and demands for district intervention.
Assam: Drug inspector couple dismissed from service over bribery, disproportionate assets cases
Sep 03, 2026A husband-wife duo working as drug inspectors in Assam have been dismissed from government service following corruption-related cases against them.
Assam: Morigaon education department holds 30th ‘Nirontor’ programme for retired teachers
Sep 03, 2026The Morigaon district education department on September 2 held the 30th edition of its ‘Nirontor’ programme, an initiative to provide retirement benefits to recently retired teachers and employees.
Assam Police conviction rate rises from 8 per cent in 2020 to 29.3 per cent till date: Himanta
Sep 03, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on September 3 announced plans to recruit 15,000 to 20,000 personnel and promote around 5,000 existing police personnel as part of efforts to strengthen the state police force.
All Assam Students Union protests rising prices of essential commodities in Dibrugarh
Sep 03, 2026AASU held a protest in Dibrugarh against rising essential commodity prices and alleged government inaction. The union said weak supply and distribution systems were hurting household budgets and demanded urgent relief.
Assam: BMCH, Kalgachia BPHC hold convergence meeting to strengthen healthcare services
Sep 03, 2026BMCH and Kalgachia BPHC officials met in Barpeta on Wednesday to improve referral coordination and patient care. The discussions focused on maternal and child health, emergency referrals and better follow-up across facilities.
Assam's Dhubri Police bust cyber extortion gang using AI-generated images, three arrested
Sep 03, 2026Dhubri Police arrested three men accused of extorting women with fake profiles and AI-generated obscene images. Investigators are examining whether more women were targeted and tracing the money trail.
Assam Minister Rameswar Teli warns contractor over delay in Rs 12.38 crore Borgolai mini stadium
Sep 03, 2026Assam Cabinet Minister and Tinsukia district guardian minister Rameswar Teli directed officials and the contractor to expedite the construction of an ultra-modern mini sports stadium at Borgolai in the 83rd Margherita Legislative Assembly constituency, expressing strong dissatisfaction over the slow pace of work.
Assam CM reviews infrastructure upgrade at Lachit Barphukan Police Academy in Golaghat
Sep 03, 2026Himanta Biswa Sarma reviewed ongoing infrastructure works at the Lachit Barphukan Police Academy in Golaghat. The exercise focused on modernising training facilities and improving police preparedness across Assam.
Assam among top-performing states in implementing new criminal laws: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Sep 03, 2026Himanta Biswa Sarma said Assam remains among India's top-performing states in implementing the new criminal laws. He said the state's score and full compliance on key systems reflect its push for timely justice.
Railway Police seize cannabis bag from Silchar-Rangiya Express in Assam's Chaparmukh
Sep 03, 2026Railway Police seized a bag of suspected cannabis from beneath a seat on the Silchar-Rangiya Express at Chaparmukh. The alleged transporter fled after spotting officers, leaving investigators to trace who was moving the contraband.
Assam: Indigenous People's Forum opposes use of ‘Dima Hasao Autonomous Council’, gives 14-day ultimatum
Sep 03, 2026The Indigenous People’s Forum (IPF) and several apex bodies in Assam’s Dima Hasao district have opposed the use of the name “Dima Hasao Autonomous Council” in place of the constitutionally prescribed “North Cachar Hills Autonomous Council”.
Assam: Tinkopani Reserved Forest faces alleged illegal stone mining, wildlife threat
Sep 03, 2026Allegations of illegal stone mining and large-scale excavation inside the Tinkopani Reserved Forest under the Jagun Forest Range of the Digboi Forest Division have raised concerns over forest protection, wildlife safety and enforcement of mining regulations.
Assam Congress ends alliance with Akhil Gogoi’s Raijor Dal, cites ‘alliance ethics’ violations
Sep 03, 2026Congress has formally ended its alliance with Akhil Gogoi's Raijor Dal in Assam. The split follows days of public sparring, with Congress alleging repeated violations of alliance norms.
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