59th foundation day celebrations begin at Ledo Central Namghar in Assam’s Tinsukia
May 28, 2026The 59th Foundation Day celebrations of Ledo Central Namghar began on May 28 in Assam’s coal town of Ledo under the 83rd Margherita Legislative Assembly Constituency, with the start of the four-day annual Holy Bhagavat Paath programme in a spiritual and festive atmosphere.
Demand for separate Bodoland state revived in Assam’s Kokrajhar
May 28, 2026Discussions on the long-standing demand for a separate Bodoland state resurfaced on May 28 during a meeting held at the Bodoland Guest House in Assam’s Kokrajhar district under the initiative of the Bodo National Students Union (BoNSU).
Minister Rameswar Teli visits families of two minor girls found dead in pond at Assam's Kokrajhar
May 28, 2026Assam Cabinet Minister Rameswar Teli on May 28 visited Dholmara village in Kokrajhar district and met the families of two minor girls whose bodies were recovered from a pond on May 21.
Major anti-narcotics operation in Boko, over 41 kg suspected ganja seized
May 28, 2026Police seized 41.605 kg of suspected ganja during a raid at Batakuchi village in Assam's Boko. The accused was taken into custody as investigators probe possible links to a wider narcotics network.
Delhi court issues notice to Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma over remarks on ‘Miya Muslims’
May 28, 2026A Delhi court has issued notice to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Harsh Mander's plea over his alleged remarks on Miya Muslims. The case now turns on whether police can be directed to register an FIR despite objections over territorial jurisdiction.
IIT-Guwahati partners Hyderabad firm for commercial bio-methanol production
May 28, 2026IIT-Guwahati has signed an MoU with Kaashyap Cleantech Innovations for commercial bio-methanol production. The technology converts methane and carbon dioxide into fuel while cutting emissions and supporting carbon mitigation.
Mahout killed in elephant attack in Assam’s Dergaon; elephant had earlier killed owner
May 28, 2026A mahout was killed after being attacked by a domesticated elephant in Assam’s Dergaon area on May 28, triggering panic among locals.
Drugs worth Rs 2.44 crore seized in Assam’s Barpeta, truck used with hidden cavity
May 28, 2026Barpeta Police intercepted a truck and seized heroin and YABA tablets hidden in a secret cavity. The haul, valued at about Rs 2.44 crore, has triggered a wider probe into the trafficking network.
Nearly 6 kg fake gold seized in North Guwahati; one held
May 28, 2026Police arrested Mostakin alias Rafikul Islam and seized 5.97 kg of suspected fake gold in North Guwahati. Investigators are checking links to an earlier Assam fake gold bust and tracing the supply chain.
Guwahati joins nationwide Eid al-Adha celebrations amid tight security arrangements
May 28, 2026Muslims across India celebrated Eid al-Adha on Thursday, May 28 with prayers held at mosques and Eidgahs from early morning, as authorities maintained heightened security arrangements to ensure peaceful observance of the festival.
Assam: Frustrated by poor roads, Sribhumi youths launch public donation drive to repair damaged highway
May 28, 2026A unique form of protest was witnessed in Assam’s Sribhumi district on Thursday, May 28 as local youths collected public donations to repair a damaged National Highway that has reportedly remained neglected for a prolonged period.
AAU-KVK Golaghat selected for prestigious NAAS–Dhanuka Award for excellence in agricultural extension
May 28, 2026Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Golaghat, under Assam Agricultural University (AAU), Jorhat, has been selected for the prestigious NAAS–Dhanuka Award for Excellence in Agricultural Extension – 2026 in the category of Best Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Zone VI: Guwahati.
Assam records first confirmed sighting of Bent-Toed Gecko at Urpad Beel
May 28, 2026The first confirmed record of the bent-toed gecko species Cyrtodactylus bapme in Assam has been documented from Urpad Beel, marking a significant addition to the state’s rich biodiversity records.
BJP chief calls Assam UCC Bill ‘historic’, says it advances equal rights
May 27, 2026BJP president Nitin Nabin on Wednesday, May 27, described the passage of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in the Assam Legislative Assembly as a 'historic' decision and said it marked a significant step towards ensuring equal rights and a uniform civil system in the country.
Assam Assembly’s first session ends with passage of UCC Bill
May 27, 2026The first session of the 16th Assam Legislative Assembly concluded on Wednesday, May 27, with the passage of the ‘Uniform Civil Code, Assam, Bill 2026’, one of the key legislations introduced during the five-day sitting.
Consumer rights campaign launched in Assam's Dhubri; ABGP seeks law on ‘cost-based pricing’
May 27, 2026The Akhil Bharatiya Grahak Panchayat (ABGP) has launched a district-wide consumer rights campaign in Dhubri district demanding fresh legislation on 'cost-based pricing' and stricter measures to curb alleged exploitation through inflated Maximum Retail Price (MRP) practices.
Opposition terms Assam UCC Bill ‘BJP Political Agenda’
May 27, 2026Opposition parties in the Assam Assembly on May 27 strongly criticised the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, terming it a “political agenda” of the BJP and demanding wider consultations with stakeholders before the proposed legislation was passed.
Drugs worth Rs 2.5 crore seized in Assam's Barpeta; truck driver held
May 27, 2026Barpeta Police carried out a major anti-drug operation in Assam’s Barpeta district and seized narcotics and Yaba tablets worth an estimated Rs 2.5 crore, officials said.
Gauhati University clarifies FYIMP, FYUGP fee structure amid student protests and concerns over admission uncertainty
May 27, 2026Amid protests by students and concerns over fee structures and admission-related uncertainty under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 framework, Gauhati University on Wednesday issued a detailed clarification defending its fee policies for the Five-Year Integrated Master’s Programme (FYIMP) and the Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUGP), while asserting that no arbitrary fee hike has been imposed.
Children born out of live-in relationships to get equal legal status, property rights under Assam UCC: Himanta
May 27, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on May 27 said children born out of live-in relationships will be granted full legal recognition and equal rights over parental property under the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) adopted by the Assam Assembly.
‘If my wife falls ill, I should treat her, not remarry’: Himanta rejects Congress’ polygamy demand
May 27, 2026Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on May 27, strongly opposed any provision allowing polygamy on grounds of illness of a spouse, saying marriage in Hindu society is considered a “divine relationship” built on care and commitment.
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