Experts deliberate on agroforestry challenges and opportunities on World Environment Day
Jun 06, 2026As part of its Vasudha Initiative aimed at advancing climate change interventions in Northeast India, APRINS organised a high-level Round Table Discussion on June 6, 2026, on the theme “Agro Forestry Road Map – The Gaps and the Way Ahead for NE India.”
Assam's Tezpur Litchi Festival begins, exports to Dubai and Singapore announced
Jun 06, 2026The Tezpur Litchi Festival 2026 opened on 6 June with export announcements for Dubai and Singapore. The event underscored efforts to expand markets, promote processing and strengthen the GI-tagged fruit's profile.
Assam: Large battery theft racket busted in Howly, 825 stolen batteries seized
Jun 06, 2026Police in Assam's Barpeta district have busted a large battery theft racket and recovered 825 stolen batteries during a raid conducted in Howly.
Assam CM urges IAS officers to drive vision of Viksit Assam
Jun 06, 2026Himanta Biswa Sarma met more than 100 IAS officers and laid out his vision for Viksit Assam. He said coordinated, accountable and ethical governance will be central to the state's long-term transformation.
Barpeta Medical College collaborates with Assam Cancer Care Foundation on cancer awareness initiatives
Jun 06, 2026In a significant development for Assam’s healthcare sector, Barpeta Medical College and Hospital (BMCH) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Assam Cancer Care Foundation (ACCF) to strengthen collaborative efforts in cancer detection, prevention, awareness and community outreach.
Assam pays tribute to Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi on 136th birth anniversary
Jun 06, 2026Assam marked the 136th birth anniversary of Gopinath Bordoloi with tributes from the Governor, the Chief Minister and airport staff. The commemorations underlined his lasting place in the state's political memory and public life.
Arunachal Congress backs teacher educators, urges solution to salary delays
Jun 06, 2026The Arunachal Pradesh Congress Committee has asked the state government to resolve recurring salary delays faced by SCERT and DIET staff. It said the issue has pushed teacher educators towards an indefinite strike and could affect teacher training.
Assam: Student, mother detained in connection with alleged beef incident at Goalpara's Krishnai School
Jun 06, 2026A controversy at Habraghat Higher Secondary School in Krishnai, Goalpara district, Assam has led to police action, protests, and administrative intervention following allegations that a group of students brought beef to the school premises and attempted to persuade classmates to consume it.
GST team raids mobile phone firm in Assam's Golakganj over alleged tax evasion
Jun 06, 2026GST officials carried out a surprise raid on a mobile phone retail firm in Golakganj after complaints of tax evasion. The audit has put traders in Dhubri on alert as officials examine records and past filings.
Assam's Dima Hasao police nab two women with heroin worth Rs 1 crore
Jun 06, 2026Dima Hasao Police arrested two women at New Haflong Railway Station after recovering heroin concealed in soap cases. The seizure, valued at around Rs 1 crore, has widened the probe into the source, destination and possible trafficking network.
Physically challenged minor allegedly assaulted in Assam's Morigaon; accused arrested
Jun 06, 2026A case of alleged assault on a physically challenged minor girl has been reported from Borthal Doloi village under Moirabari Police Station in Assam's Morigaon district.
16,810 more houses approved under PMAY 2.0 in Assam; Rs 220.12 crore received, says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Jun 06, 2026Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said 16,810 more houses have been approved under PMAY 2.0 in Assam. He said the approvals and Rs 220.12 crore received will strengthen housing security for eligible families.
Study published in International Journal analyses Zubeen Garg's signature humming style
Jun 06, 2026According to the study, researchers conducted a quantitative acoustic analysis of Zubeen Garg's humming using advanced voice science tools commonly employed in laryngology and vocal research. The analysis examined vocal parameters such as jitter, shimmer, harmonic-to-noise ratio (HNR) and timbral features.
Assam: 11-year-old sexually assaulted in Margherita, accused turned over to police
Jun 06, 2026An 11-year-old girl in Margherita, Assam, has been sexually assaulted by a man who allegedly gained the family’s trust before committing the crime, local authorities and residents said on Saturday, June 6.
110 Geku households sign MoU supporting Siang Upper Multipurpose Project, says Arunachal CM
Jun 06, 2026Pema Khandu welcomed the MoU signed by 110 Geku households backing the pre-feasibility report for the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project. He said the move reflects support for development, regional security and protection of the Siang River.
Assam: Chirang residents forced to use boats after floodwaters wash away only bamboo bridge
Jun 06, 2026Rising floodwaters of the Nangalbhanga River in Assam's Chirang district have washed away the only bamboo bridge connecting several villages, disrupting transportation and causing hardships for local residents.
Assam: Baksa DDMA reviews flood preparedness, directs departments to strengthen emergency response measures
Jun 06, 2026The District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), Baksa, on Saturday, June 6, reviewed flood preparedness measures and storm and flood damage assessment during a meeting held at the District Commissioner's Office in Mushalpur.
Assam's Infant Mortality Rate falls from 49 to 29 in two decades: Himanta
Jun 06, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on June 6, said the state's Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) has declined significantly over the past two decades, attributing the improvement to stronger maternal and child healthcare services and welfare initiatives.
Kaziranga home to six of India's eight stork species, 45% of raptors: Himanta
Jun 06, 2026Himanta Biswa Sarma said Kaziranga is home to a remarkable range of bird species. He said its storks, raptors and Pallas's Fish Eagle nesting sites reflect Assam's conservation gains.
Assam: Parents lodge complaint over alleged pressure on Hindu students to consume beef at Goalpara school
Jun 06, 2026A complaint has been filed at Krishnai Police Station in Assam's Goalpara district following allegations that a group of students consumed beef inside a classroom and attempted to pressure two Hindu students to consume it at a higher secondary school.
Assam extends service of retired state award-winning teacher for one year
Jun 06, 2026The Assam government has extended the service of a retired state award-winning teacher for one year under a special provision aimed at utilising the expertise of experienced educators.
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