Assam News

Himanta says Arunachal's economy may surpass Assam as 30,000 MW power mission gains pace

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on July 15 said Arunachal Pradesh is poised for a major economic transformation through its ambitious hydropower programme and could surpass Assam's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) within the next decade.

Two drug peddlers arrested in Guwahati, heroin worth over 10 grams seized

West Guwahati Police arrested two alleged drug peddlers during an anti-narcotics operation in Katabari. The seizure of heroin, cash and a motorcycle has prompted a wider trafficking probe.

Assam targets 8,457 MW power generation, 1 lakh jobs in satellite towns: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Replying to the Budget discussion, Himanta Biswa Sarma announced new plans for power, jobs, healthcare and transport in Assam. The proposals set out the government's five-year development roadmap during the Assembly session.

Assam MP Phani Bhusan Choudhury takes bus ride in Bongaigaon, wins praise for simplicity

Barpeta MP and veteran Assam politician Phani Bhusan Choudhury was seen travelling in a public bus in Bongaigaon, once again drawing attention for his simple lifestyle and down-to-earth approach.

Judicial staff in Assam's Dhubri Court begin two-day strike over delay in implementing Supreme Court directives

Judicial employees at the Dhubri District Court on July 15 launched a two-day token strike, bringing legal and administrative work to a standstill in protest against the alleged delay in implementing the Supreme Court's October 7, 2009 order based on the recommendations of the Shetty Commission.

Assam's Ghumra police and journalists extend relief to hundreds of stranded truck drivers

In a humanitarian initiative, Ghumra Police and local journalists jointly distributed cooked food and safe drinking water to truck drivers stranded along National Highway-6 after the damage to the Ghumra Bridge disrupted traffic movement.

Assam earmarks Rs 150 crore to end Jorabat flash floods, four-lane alternative road planned

Days after a flash flood crippled traffic and inundated parts of Jorabat, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on July 15 announced a Rs 150-crore flood mitigation project under the proposed Guwahati Ring Road, saying the initiative is aimed at permanently addressing the area's recurring flooding.

'2 lakh jobs promise another BJP jumla': Assam Congress slams govt, says 40 lakh youth still unemployed

The Congress on July 15 launched a fresh attack on the BJP-led Assam government over its promise to provide two lakh government jobs over the next five years, alleging that the ruling party has repeatedly failed to fulfil similar commitments made in the past.

India's longest river bridge nears reality as Dhubri-Phulbari mega project hits 80 per cent completion

The ambitious Dhubri-Phulbari Bridge, set to become India's longest river bridge and the world's longest extradosed cable-stayed bridge over water, has crossed a major construction milestone with nearly 80 per cent physical progress, bringing Northeast India closer to a transformative connectivity project.

Assam flood death toll rises to four; over 37,000 people affected

Assam's flood situation worsened on July 15, with the death toll reaching four and more than 37,000 people affected. The latest fatality in Sonitpur came as floodwaters spread further and relief and rescue operations continued.

Madarsa teacher accused of sexually abusing student; angry mob vandalises seminary in Assam's Bongaigaon

Tension gripped Assam's Bongaigaon district on July 14 after hundreds of residents staged a protest and vandalised a madrasa over allegations that one of its teachers had sexually abused a girl student.

Assam government allows restaurants to stay open till 3:30 AM for FIFA matches

Assam has allowed restaurants in Guwahati to remain open till 3.30 am on select July dates for FIFA matches. The state has also let other districts extend timings where restaurant bodies seek it and public demand exists.

Assam strengthening youth skill ecosystem through schools, industry training: Himanta Biswa Sarma

On World Youth Skills Day, Himanta Biswa Sarma said Assam is strengthening skill development through schools, industry-linked training and Assam Skill University. He said the push is meant to prepare young people for jobs and support the state's long-term growth.

ONGC seals gas bubbling site in Assam's Geleki field, says situation stable

Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has successfully sealed the site of a low-intensity gas bubbling incident at Napam Baruwati in its Geleki field in Assam's Sivasagar district, stating that the situation is now stable and under control.

Global rights body seeks immediate release of Assam activist Pranab Doley

The Indigenous Peoples Rights International (IPRI) has called for the immediate and unconditional release of Assam-based activist Pranab Doley, alleging that his arrest is part of a wider effort to criminalise Indigenous land defenders opposing a proposed luxury hotel project near Kaziranga National Park.

Assam floods worsen; death toll rises to three, over 37,000 affected

Assam's flood situation worsened on July 14 as one more death in Sonitpur took the toll to three and the number affected rose past 37,000. The steep rise from the previous day has left Lakhimpur worst hit, with rescue, relief and damage reports mounting across six districts.

Assam: Fisheries department urges Kamrup farmers to shun excessive chemical use in ponds

Addressing the gathering, District Fisheries Development Officer, Kamrup, Dr Sanjay Sharma highlighted the adverse impact of indiscriminate chemical use in fisheries, stating that excessive chemical inputs not only affect aquatic ecosystems but also pose serious health risks to consumers. He urged farmers to adopt scientific fish farming methods in accordance with the package of practices prescribed by the Fisheries Department.

Veteran Assamese actress Purabi Sarma dies of cardiac arrest in Guwahati

Veteran Assamese actress Purabi Sarma passed away in Guwahati on Tuesday, July 14 at around 7:30 pm after suffering a cardiac arrest. She was rushed to a hospital, where doctors declared her dead. Her mortal remains are being brought to her residence in Shantipur, where family members, friends, colleagues, and admirers are expected to pay their last respects.

Assam: Student bodies object to Guwahati city expansion into RHAC villages, demand rollback of acquisition notices

The Kamrup District Committee of the All Rabha Students' Union (ARSU) and the South Kamrup District Committee of the All Bodo Students' Union (ABSU) on Tuesday, July 14, jointly opposed the Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority's (GMDA) proposed land acquisition in areas under the Rabha Hasong Autonomous Council (RHAC) for the Guwahati City Extension project.

Caught short? Tinsukia's 'Name and Shame' drive wins public backing

Assam's debt rises 4.5 times to Rs 1.62 lakh crore in 2025 from Rs 35,690 crore in 2016: Minister

Assam's debt and loan liabilities were detailed in the Assembly in written replies to Opposition MLAs. The figures showed a sharp rise in total debt, while separating long-term interest-free loans from interest-bearing borrowings.