Assam News

West Asia crisis behind fuel price rise, says Guwahati MLA Vijay Kumar Gupta; takes swipe at Opposition

Central Guwahati MLA Vijay Kumar Gupta said the ongoing West Asia crisis has contributed to rising fuel and essential commodity prices. He also criticised Assam's Opposition as protests over inflation and price rise continue during the Assembly session.

IMD issues thunderstorm and heavy rainfall alert for Assam and Meghalaya

The India Meteorological Department has issued a four-day thunderstorm and heavy rainfall alert for Assam and Meghalaya. The warning has raised concerns over flooding, travel disruption and weather-related emergencies.

Assam’s Rajshree Roy sets new milestone, successfully summits Mount Rhenock

Rajshree Roy of Sribhumi, Assam has successfully scaled Mt Rhenock, situated at an altitude of 5,030 metres (16,500 feet), becoming the first cadet from 4 Assam Battalion NCC, Sribhumi, to achieve the feat.

Assam: NSUI calls for education minister’s resignation over NEET UG 2026 controversy

The National Students’ Union of India (NSUI) staged protests in Guwahati on Sunday, May 24 following the cancellation of the NEET UG 2026 medical entrance examination amid allegations of a widespread paper leak.

Youth stabbed under Six Mile flyover in Guwahati, accused arrested

A youth was allegedly stabbed under Guwahati's Six Mile flyover and the accused was arrested soon after. Police recovered a blood-stained knife and are investigating what led to the attack.

Two alleged thieves held in Guwahati amid rising Assam burglaries

Basistha Police arrested two alleged serial thieves in Guwahati after a surveillance-led operation. The action comes amid rising theft and burglary cases across Assam and a wider police crackdown.

Four apprehended for cattle theft on Eid eve in Assam’s Dhubri

In a swift operation ahead of Eid celebrations, police in Assam’s Dhubri district apprehended four suspected cattle thieves and recovered two stolen cows from the riverine Ironjongla Part-III area across the Brahmaputra River.

Assam Police seizes 30,000 bottles of Codeine syrup in Kokrajhar, anti-drug crackdown intensifies across state

Kokrajhar Police seized 30,000 bottles of Codeine syrup from a cattle feed truck at Gossaigaon during naka checking. The recovery comes amid intensified anti-drug operations across Assam after another major seizure in Cachar.

Assam: AASU announces Rs 50,000 aid for 25 UPSC aspirants clearing prelims

The All Assam Students' Union (AASU) has announced a special financial assistance scheme for UPSC aspirants from Assam, under which 25 candidates clearing the Civil Services Preliminary Examination will receive a one-time aid of Rs 50,000 each.

Gauhati High Court orders sons to vacate 86-year-old father’s house in Dhubri

The Gauhati High Court upheld the eviction of two sons and their families from an 86-year-old man's self-acquired home in Dhubri. The ruling said senior citizens can seek protection from harassment and loss of peaceful residence even if they are financially secure.

Assam: Traders, residents raise alarm over filthy conditions at Juria weekly market

Traders and local residents have raised serious concerns over the unhygienic condition of the weekly market at Juria in Assam’s Nagaon district, alleging that poor sanitation and lack of drainage facilities have turned the area into a health hazard.

Assam: Four killed after two motorcycles collide head-on in Mirza–Palashbari road

'If Zubeen Garg doesn’t get justice, who will?': Garima Garg at Nagaon gathering

Addressing those gathered, Garima Garg questioned the denial of justice to the singer. “If Zubeen Garg does not get justice, then who will?” she said, adding that if justice is not delivered in his case, “it would be better to remove the word ‘justice’ from our dictionary altogether”.

Sarbananda Sonowal highlights youth’s role in building self-reliant India at Guwahati Rozgar Mela

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on May 23, stressed the crucial role of youth in building a self-reliant and developed India, saying young people are the driving force behind the country’s rapid growth journey.

Assam Police seize banned Codeine syrup worth Rs 2.1 crore in Cachar, one held

Cachar Police intercepted a truck and seized banned Codeine Phosphate syrup worth about Rs 2.1 crore. The seizure comes amid the state's ongoing #AssamAgainstDrugs campaign against narcotics networks.

Indian Army organises Project NAVBHARAT in Assam to inspire youth towards Viksit Bharat goals

Project NAVBHARAT by the Indian Army encourages Assam's youth to engage in nation-building activities. It aims to foster patriotism and responsibility among young citizens towards a developed India.

Margherita Muslims abstain from cow sacrifice during Eid-ul-Azha, reinforce communal harmony in Assam

In a remarkable gesture promoting communal harmony, brotherhood, and social unity, the Muslim community of Margherita in Assam’s Tinsukia district has decided to abstain from cow sacrifice during the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha celebrations on May 28.

Endangered river dolphin found dead near sand mining site in Boko, probe underway

The carcass of an endangered river dolphin was recovered from the Mora Kolohi River near Boko on Saturday, triggering concern among environmentalists and residents over the possible impact of human activities on the fragile aquatic ecosystem.

Assam CM meets Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to discuss the state's financial needs and development projects. Both leaders pledged to strengthen cooperation for Assam's growth.

Himanta calls for ‘cow slaughter-free Eid’, urges Muslim bodies to respect sentiments and law

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on May 23 appealed to Eid committees across the state to make Eid celebrations “cow slaughter-free”, citing the need to respect religious sentiments and comply with existing laws.

Only Indian and Assamese woman photojournalist Gitika Talukdar accredited by FIFA for Third Men’s FIFA World Cup

Gitika Talukdar is the first Indian and Assamese woman photojournalist accredited by FIFA for the Third Men’s FIFA World Cup. Her achievement highlights the rising representation of Indian women in international sports journalism.