Assam News

Assam govt plans hanging gardens on Guwahati flyovers; Himanta says state largely spared from severe floods

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday, July 16, said the state government plans to develop hanging gardens on Guwahati's flyovers as part of an initiative to enhance the city's urban landscape and promote greener public spaces.

'One Nation, One Election' is Hitler-esque, will trigger nationwide revolt if imposed: Assam MLA

Raijor Dal chief and Sibsagar MLA Akhil Gogoi on July 16 launched a scathing attack on the Centre's proposed 'One Nation, One Election' (ONOE) Bill, describing it as a "Hitler-esque" attempt to dismantle India's federal structure and warning that its implementation could spark a nationwide public uprising.

Assam: Haflong's long-delayed drinking water project begins; eviction drive launched for reservoir construction

Work on the long-awaited AMRUT 2.0 drinking water project has commenced in Haflong, with the district administration carrying out an eviction drive to facilitate the construction of a reservoir aimed at addressing the town's chronic water shortage.

Eviction begins for Kamakhya corridor project; roadside shops removed

The Assam government has begun preliminary work for the ambitious Kamakhya Corridor project, with the removal of shops and commercial establishments along the main approach road to the revered Kamakhya Temple atop Nilachal Hill.

From child actor to chief minister: Is Himanta Biswa Sarma hinting at a biopic?

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on July 16 hinted that if a biopic is ever made on his life, it would include his childhood appearance in the Assamese film Koka Deuta Nati Aru Hati – Part 1.

Assam govt in talks with Dhurandhar director Aditya Dhar for Lachit Borphukan biopic

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday, July 16, said the state government is in discussions with filmmaker Aditya Dhar to direct a big-budget film on legendary Ahom general Lachit Borphukan, in an effort to bring the story of one of Assam's greatest heroes to a national and global audience.

Assam native suspected as key heroin trafficking operative arrested in Kerala

An Assam native suspected to be a key operative of a heroin trafficking network in Kerala has been arrested by police during a major anti-drug operation under 'Operation Toofan', officials said on July 16.

Assam: Four drug peddlers held in Dhubri, 600 Yaba tablets seized in police raid

In a major anti-narcotics operation, Dhubri Police arrested four alleged drug peddlers and seized 600 Yaba tablets during a raid at a suspected drug den in the NS Road area opposite Boro Masjid in Dhubri town on Thursday evening, July 16.

Woman dies after alleged bite by husband following domestic dispute in Assam's Sivasagar

A woman died after her health deteriorated days following an alleged assault by her husband during a domestic dispute in Assam's Sivasagar district, with the husband admitting that he bit her during the altercation.

Assam govt shifts Silchar's Capital Point–Rongirkhari road project from NHIDCL to PWD

The Assam government has decided to transfer the reconstruction of the Capital Point–Rongirkhari road in Silchar from the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) to the state Public Works Department (PWD), in a move aimed at expediting the long-pending project.

India-UK trade pact comes into force, duty-free UK access opens for Assam tea

The India-UK CETA has come into force, giving Assam tea duty-free access to the UK market for the first time. The move is expected to strengthen demand, improve price realisation and widen opportunities for Assam's tea sector, MSMEs and agro-processing industry.

Assam: Dhubri Police bust SIM card racket linked to cyber fraud across India; two produced in court

Dhubri Police have traced an alleged SIM activation racket to two local Vi operators. Investigators say the forged KYC trail links the numbers to cyber fraud across multiple states.

From Rochester to Jorhat: Beloved missionary doctor Kenneth V. Dodgson passes away at 100

Dr Kenneth V. Dodgson, the veteran medical missionary who devoted decades of his life to serving people in Assam through the Jorhat Christian Medical Centre (JCMC), has passed away at the age of 100.

World's most beautiful airport list features Guwahati's nature-inspired Terminal 2

The newly inaugurated Terminal 2 of the Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International (LGBI) Airport has earned global recognition after being named among the world's most beautiful airports for 2026 by the prestigious Prix Versailles, celebrating its unique blend of modern architecture with Assam's rich natural and cultural heritage.

Artificial flooding inundates Assam's Margherita after overnight rain; residents blame poor drainage

Several parts of Margherita town in Assam's Tinsukia district were submerged following overnight rainfall, with residents blaming poor drainage infrastructure and inadequate maintenance for recurring artificial flooding.

Raimona tourism booms: Vehicle entries jump nearly 4 times in two years

Assam's Raimona National Park has witnessed a remarkable surge in tourism, research, and conservation activities, with official Forest Department data showing that vehicle entries into the protected area have nearly quadrupled over the past two financial years.

Assam: Eight stranded midstream as river swells suddenly at Karbi Anglong picnic spot

A sudden rise in the water level of a river at the Longsokangthu picnic spot in Assam's Karbi Anglong district triggered panic on Wednesday, July 16 after eight people were stranded in the middle of the river as the current intensified.

Assam: Bodo students' body urges Sonam Wangchuk to end fast, calls for talks with Centre

Assam: Bongaigaon madrasa sealed, 148 girls sent home after molestation row

The Bongaigaon administration sealed a private madrasa after allegations that a teacher sexually abused a girl student sparked unrest. All 148 minor girls were sent home as police continue their inquiry and officials examine rule violations.

Two days of rain trigger severe artificial flooding in Assam's Tinsukia, residents blame poor drainage infrastructure

Continuous rainfall over the past two days has led to severe artificial flooding across Assam's Tinsukia district, inundating major roads, residential areas and public spaces, while disrupting normal life in several parts of the town.

Bridge to nowhere: Washed out road leaves structure unusable in Assam's Bongaigaon

A concrete bridge constructed to provide access to the Model Anganwadi Centre at Shmashanpara in Dewangaon village of Assam's Bongaigaon district has remained unusable after its approach road was washed away by rainwater, leaving the structure disconnected from both ends.