Assam: Villagers forced to carry deceased man across river for funeral rites as lack of bridge hampers access
Jun 08, 2026A distressing incident from a remote village in Assam’s Goalpara district has drawn attention to the infrastructural challenges faced by residents in rural areas, after family members and villagers were forced to carry the mortal remains of a deceased man through a river due to the absence of a bridge.
Assam: MP Rakibul Hussain chairs DISHA meeting in Dhubri, calls for effective delivery of welfare schemes
Jun 08, 2026A meeting of the District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee (DISHA) was held at the office of the Deputy Commissioner in Dhubri on Monday, June 8 to review the implementation and progress of various Central and State Government development schemes across the district.
Haflong Government College students suspend agitation after Assam University assurance
Jun 08, 2026The Haflong Government College Students' Union has temporarily suspended its ongoing agitation after Assam University assured that the issues raised by students would be addressed within 72 hours.
EU delegation visits Tata Electronics semiconductor project in Assam's Jagiroad
Jun 08, 2026The delegation was led by EU Ambassador to India Hervé Delphin and Belgium's Ambassador to India Didier Vanderhasselt. Several senior EU officials and representatives also accompanied the delegation during the visit.
Assam’s Shivangi Sonowal becomes first Assamese woman Fire Engineer
Jun 08, 2026Shivangi Sonowal from Assam’s Tinsukia district has graduated as a Fire Engineer from NFSC Nagpur. The feat makes her the first Assamese woman to do so and has triggered celebrations in her village.
Denied party ticket twice and now Assam’s Finance Minister: Jayanta Mallabaruah scripts a dramatic turnaround
Jun 08, 2026On June 8, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced portfolios for the newly constituted 12‑member council of ministers after receiving the governor’s approval, assigning Jayanta Mallabaruah the important Finance portfolio along with Environment & Forest, and Mines & Minerals.
Guns N' Roses Guwahati concert tickets go on sale June 9
Jun 08, 2026Guns N' Roses will play Guwahati on November 17, 2026, with tickets going on sale from June 9. The show makes Guwahati the second stop on the band's India tour and reflects rising demand for large live events in emerging markets.
Assam: AIUDF reiterates opposition to Uniform Civil Code, calls proposed law ‘discriminatory’
Jun 08, 2026The All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) has reiterated its opposition to the proposed Uniform Civil Code (UCC), with party leader Rafiqul Islam describing the legislation as discriminatory and alleging that it seeks to impose laws that would adversely affect the Muslim community.
Legendary rock band Guns N' Roses to perform in Guwahati on November 17
Jun 08, 2026Assam is set to host one of the world's most iconic rock bands as Guns N' Roses will perform in Guwahati on November 17, 2026, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Monday, June 8.
Manas Tiger Reserve honours veteran elephants Pramila and Purnima on retirement
Jun 08, 2026Manas Tiger Reserve gave veteran elephants Pramila and Purnima a ceremonial farewell on retirement. The tribute highlighted their support to forest staff as five trained elephants entered service.
Student falls ill due to extreme heat in Assam's Nagaon, rushed to health centre
Jun 08, 2026Amid the intense heatwave sweeping across Assam, a student of Singimari M.A. Ali Higher Secondary School in Rupahihat, Nagaon district, fell ill after reportedly being affected by the scorching temperatures on June 8.
Slapped, clothes torn, chain snatched: Three tourists and their Assam friend allege attack in Tinsukia's Kakopathar
Jun 08, 2026Three tourists and their Assam-based friend have alleged that they were assaulted by a crowd in Assam's Tinsukia district while travelling to Dibrugarh Airport on June 6 after attending a wedding in Arunachal Pradesh.
Assam CM reviews Agriculture Infrastructure Fund, pushes for GI tags and organic certification
Jun 08, 2026Himanta Biswa Sarma reviewed Assam's Agriculture Infrastructure Fund and set fresh directives for the farm sector. The push for GI tags, organic certification and a stakeholder workshop is aimed at improving value addition and farmers' earnings.
CID raids BJP MLA Ramakanta Deuri’s residence in Assam fisheries recruitment scam probe
Jun 08, 2026The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of Assam has conducted a search operation at the residence of BJP MLA Ramakanta Deuri in Morigaon district in connection with the alleged recruitment scam in the Assam Fisheries Development Corporation.
Assam government announces allocation of ministerial portfolios
Jun 08, 2026Assam Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday, June 8, announced the allocation of portfolios among members of the newly constituted Council of Ministers following approval from the Governor of Assam.
Assam Governor pays tribute to martyrs at Swaheed Shraddhanjali ceremony in Guwahati
Jun 08, 2026Assam Governor Amar Lakshman Prasad Acharya paid homage to the state's martyrs at the Swaheed Shraddhanjali ceremony in Guwahati. The event highlighted support for martyrs' families and the enduring inspiration of their sacrifice.
Assam: School submerged in water at Silchar’s Uttar Krishnapur Primary School, concern rises ahead of exams
Jun 08, 2026Waterlogging has virtually submerged Uttar Krishnapur Primary School in Silchar. With monthly examinations due from June 9, parents and guardians are demanding urgent action on the drainage problem.
Assam's Haflong Government College students protest alleged irregularities in exam results
Jun 08, 2026Students of Assam's Haflong Government College on June 8 staged a protest by locking the institution's main gate, demanding transparency in the evaluation process and fair allocation of marks in recent examinations.
Himanta Biswa Sarma-led Assam government to assign portfolios to ministers today
Jun 08, 2026The Assam government will assign portfolios to its newly inducted ministers on June 8. The move advances the formation of Himanta Biswa Sarma's refreshed administrative team after the NDA's election win.
EU delegation begins Assam visit to boost trade, investment and Northeast partnerships
Jun 08, 2026A European Union delegation led by Herve Delphin has begun a two-day visit to Assam for talks with the state government and businesses. The visit is centred on trade, investment and new partnerships across the Northeast in sectors from green energy to semiconductors.
Assam govt expanding healthcare network across tea gardens, says Himanta Biswa Sarma
Jun 08, 2026Himanta Biswa Sarma said Assam is expanding healthcare services across tea garden areas. The push includes upgraded hospitals and operational Arogya Mandirs to improve access for workers in remote estates.
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