Advertisement
 Assam

Assam News

Assam: Tribal bodies demand action over alleged Maoist-linked forest encroachment in BTR

Apr 27, 2026

The Bodoland Janajati Suraksha Manch (BJSM) and the All Assam Tribal Students’ Union (AATSU) have urged the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) and the Assam government to take strict action over alleged Maoist links to forest encroachment in the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR).

Two drug peddlers arrested with ganja in Assam's Tinsukia, scooter and cash seized

Apr 27, 2026

Amid an intensified crackdown on drug trafficking and narcotic substances, Tinsukia Police achieved a significant success by arresting two alleged ganja peddlers during a secret operation at Powai Sidehing in the district.

Five held for IPL gambling in Assam's Cachar, cash and mobiles seized

Apr 27, 2026

In a crackdown on illegal betting activities linked to the ongoing Indian Premier League, Cachar Police have apprehended five persons from Silchar in connection with an IPL gambling racket.

Rabha Hasong Autonomous Council extends one-time scholarship aid to tribal students in Assam's Boko

Rabha Hasong Autonomous Council extends one-time scholarship aid to tribal students in Assam's Boko

Apr 27, 2026

The Rabha Hasong Autonomous Council (RHAC) has extended one-time scholarship assistance to tribal students as part of its 2024–25 financial year initiative, benefiting dozens of students across constituencies.

No permanent office, safety and insurance concerns: Guwahati Press Club meets Chief Secretary

No permanent office, safety and insurance concerns: Guwahati Press Club meets Chief Secretary

Apr 27, 2026

A delegation from the executive committee of the Guwahati Press Club on April 27 met Assam Chief Secretary Dr Ravi Kota at Janata Bhawan in Dispur to raise several long-pending issues concerning journalists and media workers.

Women’s reservation row heats up Tinsukia, NDA holds protest against Congress and INDIA Bloc

Apr 27, 2026

The political atmosphere in Assam’s Tinsukia district turned heated once again as protests intensified over the Women’s Reservation Amendment Bill 2026.

Assam Higher Secondary final exam 2026 results to be declared tomorrow at 10:30 AM

Assam Higher Secondary final exam 2026 results to be declared tomorrow at 10:30 AM

Apr 27, 2026

The results of the Higher Secondary Final Examination 2026 will be declared on Tuesday, April 28, at 10:30 AM.

Assam: Rural health camps expose deepening malnutrition crisis in Tinsukia tea gardens

Apr 27, 2026

Regular rural health camps conducted across tea garden areas in Tinsukia have brought to light a worsening nutritional crisis, with alarming levels of anaemia, underweight conditions, and stunting among women and children in Assam’s tea belt.

Footbridge collapses in Cachar’s Borkhola, villagers jump into river to save themselves

Apr 27, 2026

A footbridge over the Harangi River collapsed in Assam’s Cachar district late Sunday night (April 26), forcing several people crossing it to jump into the river to save their lives.

Comedian Manhar Seth expresses grief, dedicates Kolkata show to Guwahati crash victims

Comedian Manhar Seth expresses grief, dedicates Kolkata show to Guwahati crash victims

Apr 27, 2026

Stand-up comedian Manhar Seth on Monday, April 27 addressed a recent road accident in Guwahati during a live performance in Kolkata, dedicating his show to three young women who lost their lives hours after attending his earlier act at Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati.

Assam: Newly married woman dies of suspected poisoning, husband detained

Assam: Newly married woman dies of suspected poisoning, husband detained

Apr 27, 2026

A woman has died under suspicious circumstances in Guwahati, with her husband detained by police on allegations of poisoning, officials said on Monday, April 27.

Assam: Mortal remains of accident victim Akanksha Saikia brought home amid public mourning in Charaideo

Apr 27, 2026

The mortal remains of Akanksha Saikia, a young academic and cultural enthusiast who died in a road accident in Guwahati, were brought to her residence late Saturday, April 26 night, drawing a large gathering of mourners and well-wishers.

Assam man missing in Arunachal for over three months, family alleges trafficking

Apr 27, 2026

A man from Assam has been missing in neighbouring Arunachal Pradesh for the past three months, with his family alleging possible human trafficking and accusing an acquaintance of involvement in his disappearance.

Four held in Assam for impersonating circle office staff in land fraud case

Four held in Assam for impersonating circle office staff in land fraud case

Apr 27, 2026

Sonapur Police uncovered a land-registration fraud case and arrested four accused from Sonitpur district in Assam on April 27.

Assam scientist Shekhar Suman Bora wins top innovation award in US; Himanta Biswa Sarma lauds achievement

Assam scientist Shekhar Suman Bora wins top innovation award in US; Himanta Biswa Sarma lauds achievement

Apr 27, 2026

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on April 26 commended young scientist Dr Shekhar Suman Bora for earning international recognition after being honoured with the ‘University Innovator Award’ at the 2026 Texas Innovation Conference & Awards in the United States.

Assam: Five arrested in Dakshin Kamrup kidnapping case; youth rescued

Assam: Five arrested in Dakshin Kamrup kidnapping case; youth rescued

Apr 26, 2026

A police operation in Sonatoli under Dakshin Kamrup district led to the arrest of five alleged kidnappers in connection with an abduction case registered at Noonmati Police Station in Guwahati, officials said.

Pawan Khera moves Supreme Court over anticipatory bail rejection by Gauhati High Court

Pawan Khera moves Supreme Court over anticipatory bail rejection by Gauhati High Court

Apr 26, 2026

Congress leader Pawan Khera has approached the Supreme Court of India challenging an April 24 order of the Gauhati High Court, which rejected his anticipatory bail plea in connection with the defamation and forgery case registered by the Assam Police.

Assam: Doomdooma set for Rati Bihu celebration as AMSU pushes cultural preservation drive

Assam: Doomdooma set for Rati Bihu celebration as AMSU pushes cultural preservation drive

Apr 26, 2026

In an effort to preserve and promote the cultural traditions of the indigenous Moran community, the All Moran Students’ Union (AMSU), Doomdooma unit, will organise “Rati Bihu Udyapan-2026” on April 27 at Doomdooma Town Field in Tinsukia district of Upper Assam.

Assam: Stunt riding by minors turns Makum–Talap bypass accident-prone

Apr 26, 2026

Reckless motorcycle and bicycle stunts on the Makum–Talap bypass in Tinsukia district have raised serious safety concerns, with locals warning that the stretch is increasingly becoming accident-prone.

Assam: Dhubri Forest Division seizes two illegal sawmills in riverine belt

Assam: Dhubri Forest Division seizes two illegal sawmills in riverine belt

Apr 26, 2026

The Dhubri Forest Division has dismantled and seized two unauthorised band saw mills operating in remote riverine areas of the district.

Assam Police arrest Babu Murha alias 'Kolaguti' for alleged rape-murder of 60-year-old woman in Charaideo

Assam Police arrest Babu Murha alias 'Kolaguti' for alleged rape-murder of 60-year-old woman in Charaideo

Apr 26, 2026

A man has been arrested for allegedly raping and murdering a 60-year-old woman in Sonari under Assam’s Charaideo district, according to official reports.