Assam News

Reports on Bodo language removal from Assam Assembly logo spark protests in Kokrajhar

Protests were held in Kokrajhar on Friday after reports claimed that the Bodo language would be removed from the logo of the Assam Legislative Assembly, prompting demonstrations by the All Bodo Students' Union (BONSU) and criticism from the Bodo Sahitya Sabha.

Assam Government pushes for robust urban drainage framework to tackle Guwahati flooding

A high-level review meeting on the GIS-based Comprehensive Drainage Master Plan and the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the Bahini-Bharalu Basin was held at Janata Bhawan to assess measures aimed at addressing Guwahati's persistent waterlogging and urban flooding challenges.

Assam: Ahead of new theatre season, Theatre Rudra inaugurates rehearsal hall in Morigaon

Mobile theatre troupe Theatre Rudra on July 5, inaugurated its new rehearsal hall in Morigaon, marking an addition to the district's cultural infrastructure ahead of the upcoming theatre season.

No proposal to remove Bodo from Assembly proceedings: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Himanta Biswa Sarma said there is no proposal to remove Bodo from Assam Assembly proceedings or official business. The clarification comes amid concerns over a reported withdrawal and reiterates the government's support for the language.

Assam bids farewell to Kaziranga's veteran patrol elephant Joymala after 34 years of service

Kaziranga National Park has paid tribute to veteran patrol elephant Joymala after her death on Saturday night. Forest officials said her decades of work underscored the vital role of patrol elephants in conservation.

Pedestrian killed in Assam's Barkhola road accident; protesters block Silchar–Jaintia–Kalain road

Tension gripped Assam's Cachar district after a pedestrian was killed in a road accident at Barkhola, prompting angry locals to block the Silchar–Jaintia–Kalain road and demand the immediate arrest of the accused motorcyclist.

Two arrested as Rupahihat Police crack down on illegal beef trade in Assam's Nagaon

Rupahihat Police carried out coordinated raids across several Nagaon localities and arrested two men. The operation led to a substantial seizure and the alleged network remains under investigation.

Assam forest official suspended over alleged corruption after viral audio clip

A Jorhat Forest Division forester has been suspended after an alleged audio clip surfaced on social media. The action followed directions from Assam Forest Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah and pending departmental proceedings.

India to host BRICS Anti-Drug Agencies Meet in Guwahati from July 6

India will host BRICS anti-drug agency heads in Guwahati on 6 and 7 July. The meeting will focus on joint action against synthetic drugs, darknet trafficking and other cross-border threats.

Assam government reviews key urban projects at 14th AUIDFCL board meeting

Kaushik Rai chaired the 14th AUIDFCL board meeting to review Assam's urban infrastructure projects. The discussion centred on faster execution, stronger oversight and sustainable urban development.

Speeding motorcycle leaves Assam man critically injured in Cachar road accident

Assam's Tinsukia to intensify anti-encroachment drive; illegal structures may be demolished without prior notice

The Tinsukia Municipal Board has announced an intensified drive against illegal encroachments and unauthorized constructions on public roads, warning that structures built within road boundaries may be demolished without prior notice.

Two held with suspected heroin in Assam's Goalpara Police's anti-drug operation

Goalpara Police arrested two suspected drug peddlers and seized suspected heroin, cash and mobile phones in a targeted operation. The case is now being investigated to trace the source, map the network and identify any wider links.

Assam government reviews GST compliance with contractors to curb tax evasion

The Assam government reviewed GST compliance with empanelled contractors at a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The discussion centred on preventing tax evasion, improving transparency and strengthening accountability in public projects.

Yellow alert issued in 30 Assam districts, heavy rainfall forecast for several areas

The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has issued a weather alert across Assam, placing 30 districts under a yellow alert amid changing weather conditions and forecasts of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and hot, humid weather in different parts of the state.

Rajasthan Assembly Speaker meets Assam counterpart in Guwahati

Rajasthan Legislative Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani called on Assam Legislative Assembly Speaker Ranjeet Kumar Dass in Guwahati on Saturday, July 4.

Guwahati: DC orders inspection of new flyovers, seeks inter-departmental coordination on road safety

In an effort to strengthen road safety measures and reduce traffic accidents, the Kamrup (Metro) District Road Safety Committee convened a review meeting on Saturday, July 4 under the chairmanship of District Commissioner Swapneel Paul.

Used syringes, suspected narcotics recovered from Silchar public toilet, one held, probe underway

Allegations have emerged that a drug trafficking network was operating from a government public toilet located on Trunk Road in Silchar, prompting police to detain one individual and initiate an investigation into the matter.

Over 12,000 trucks await clearance on Assam–Manipur route amid restricted movement

Thousands of truck drivers, co-drivers and helpers remain stranded along National Highway 37 connecting Assam's Silchar and Manipur's Imphal as prolonged traffic congestion has disrupted the movement of goods vehicles, triggering a humanitarian crisis on the vital transport corridor.

19-year-old's body recovered from tea garden in Assam's Kokrajhar, one arrested, main accused absconding

A 19-year-old youth was allegedly murdered and buried in a tea garden in Assam's Kokrajhar district, with the body recovered during a joint operation conducted by Kokrajhar and Chirang Police on Saturday, July 4.

Assam records 15% growth in GST collection in June, outpaces national average

Assam recorded a 15% year-on-year growth in Goods and Services Tax (GST) collection in June, outperforming the national average of 9%, Finance Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah said on Saturday, July 4.