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Assam's Nagaon DC Devashish Sharma takes voluntary retirement; government accepts VRS request

Assam's Nagaon DC Devashish Sharma takes voluntary retirement; government accepts VRS request

Sep 03, 2026

The 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

Assam CM visits 1,200-year-old Negheriting Shiva Doul, reviews facilities for devotees

Sep 03, 2026

Assam 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

Assam to set up Anti-Narcotics Task Force to combat drug menace: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Sep 03, 2026

Himanta 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

Disaster Response Training held for irrigation staff in Assam's Morigaon

Sep 03, 2026

A 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

DGBR reviews strategic road infrastructure development under project Brahmank in Arunachal Pradesh

Sep 03, 2026

The 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

Assam’s Kokrajhar Court sentences man to 20 years in jail for raping 14-year-old girl

Sep 03, 2026

A 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

Assam: Gohpur-Numaligarh tunnel project moves ahead, tenders invited for Brahmaputra road-rail link

Sep 03, 2026

Assam 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

Assam: Tensions mount over SMC formation at Dhubri Girls’ PM SHRI School; complaints filed against principal

Sep 03, 2026

A 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

Assam: Drug inspector couple dismissed from service over bribery, disproportionate assets cases

Sep 03, 2026

A 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

Assam: Morigaon education department holds 30th ‘Nirontor’ programme for retired teachers

Sep 03, 2026

The 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, 2026

Assam 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

All Assam Students Union protests rising prices of essential commodities in Dibrugarh

Sep 03, 2026

AASU 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

Assam: BMCH, Kalgachia BPHC hold convergence meeting to strengthen healthcare services

Sep 03, 2026

BMCH 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

Assam's Dhubri Police bust cyber extortion gang using AI-generated images, three arrested

Sep 03, 2026

Dhubri 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, 2026

Assam 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

Assam CM reviews infrastructure upgrade at Lachit Barphukan Police Academy in Golaghat

Sep 03, 2026

Himanta 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

Assam among top-performing states in implementing new criminal laws: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Sep 03, 2026

Himanta 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

Railway Police seize cannabis bag from Silchar-Rangiya Express in Assam's Chaparmukh

Sep 03, 2026

Railway 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

Assam: Indigenous People's Forum opposes use of ‘Dima Hasao Autonomous Council’, gives 14-day ultimatum

Sep 03, 2026

The 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, 2026

Allegations 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

Assam Congress ends alliance with Akhil Gogoi’s Raijor Dal, cites ‘alliance ethics’ violations

Sep 03, 2026

Congress 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.