Assam Assembly constitutes Members’ Amenities and Facilities Committee, Dr Habbey Teron named chairperson
Oct 29, 2026The Assam Assembly has formed its Members’ Amenities and Facilities Committee under Deputy Speaker Dr Habbey Teron. The panel will serve for one year or until a successor is constituted.
Assam's Nagaon MP Devasish Sharma visits remote char areas of Lahorighat, promises boat ambulance
Oct 29, 2026Nagaon MP Devasish Sharma visited remote chars in Lahorighat and met residents. The outreach spotlighted concerns over healthcare, education, transport, land disputes and local strongmen.
Guwahati to get three new hotels under Adani Airports-IHCL agreement
Oct 29, 2026Adani Airports and IHCL have agreed to develop three hotels in Guwahati. The projects are expected to strengthen hospitality around the aviation hub and Northeast gateway.
Train services resume in Lumding–Badarpur Hill Section after derailment
Oct 29, 2026Normal train services have resumed in the Lumding–Badarpur Hill Section following the completion of restoration work after the locomotive derailment involving the Silchar–Guwahati Express on Thursday morning (October 29) Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) said.
Assam minister Piyush Hazarika inspects palm oil, pineapple cultivation during Barak Valley visit
Oct 29, 2026Assam Minister Piyush Hazarika visited the Barak Valley on October 29 and inspected palm oil cultivation at Dewan Tea Estate and pineapple farms at Phulerthal Markulin, under the Lakhipur Assembly constituency in Cachar district.
Tyres set ablaze on Hahim Bridge, disrupting Assam-Meghalaya connectivity
Oct 29, 2026Unidentified miscreants allegedly set tyres on fire on Hahim Bridge along the Assam-Meghalaya border during the early hours of Thursday (October 29), disrupting traffic on the road connecting the two states.
Four-year-old allegedly abducted from bed in Guwahati’s Panjabari, returns home at 5 AM
Oct 29, 2026A four-year-old was allegedly taken from bed in Panjabari and returned crying at 5 am. The unexplained incident has heightened residents’ concerns over child safety and neighbourhood security.
All Tai Ahom Students Union demands eviction of encroachers from historic Jamuna in Assam's Sivasagar
Oct 29, 2026The All Tai Ahom Students Union has raised concerns over alleged encroachment on the historic Jamuna site in Assam’s Sivasagar district, demanding urgent measures to protect its existence and free the area from encroachment.
Two arrested with 11 cattle in anti-smuggling operation in Assam’s Bilasipara
Oct 29, 2026Salkocha Police arrested two suspected cattle smugglers and seized 11 cattle during an operation against alleged cattle smuggling at Chokchoka in the Chandardinga area of Assam’s Bilasipara.
New Gecko species discovered in Umrangso’s rocky habitats in Assam
Oct 29, 2026Mizoram University researchers have identified Cyrtodactylus diamensis in Umrangso's rocky habitats. The finding highlights Dima Hasao's biodiversity and the need for further research and conservation.
Assam Education Minister Ranoj Pegu inaugurates Rs 75 lakh school building in Dhemaji
Oct 29, 2026Assam Education Minister Ranoj Pegu inaugurated a new school building in Dhemaji. The central scheme-funded facility is expected to improve education infrastructure in the tribal area.
Engine of Silchar–Guwahati Express derails at Badarpur Railway Bridge, rain services disrupted
Oct 29, 2026Railway services in Assam’s hill section have been disrupted after the engine of the Silchar–Guwahati Express (Train No. 15615) derailed at Badarpur Railway Bridge.
‘Why is PM not speaking on stealing of democracy?’: Gaurav Gogoi questions Modi over MLC polls
Oct 29, 2026Congress leaders questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi's praise for the NDA's MLC election victory. Their criticism focused on alleged irregularities, differing electoral systems and preferential voting.
4.8 kg of cannabis seized from auto-rickshaw near Lanka Railway Station in Assam’s Hojai
Oct 29, 2026Officials seized 4.8 kg of suspected cannabis from an auto-rickshaw near Lanka Railway Station. The source and intended destination remain unknown as further details are awaited.
Assam : Tinsukia launches Rs 1.5-crore Samagra Sewa App for digital civic services
Oct 29, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launched the Rs 1.5-crore Samagra Sewa app in Tinsukia. The platform seeks to improve transparency, accessibility and efficiency in municipal services.
'Special drive against child marriage': Assam police register 28 cases, arrest 32 in Sribhumi
Oct 29, 2026Assam Police arrested 32 people in Sribhumi and detained 63 in Dhubri during a child marriage drive. The statewide campaign targets alleged offenders, abettors, parents and guardians facilitating the practice.
Zubeen Garg’s family urges Assam Governor to expedite trial, challenge bail orders
Oct 29, 2026Zubeen Garg’s wife and sister met Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya seeking stronger prosecution and a swift trial. Their memorandum reflects concern over bail orders and calls for coordinated legal action.
Assam to train Moran, Matak youths to help with online land applications
Oct 29, 2026Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met Moran, Matak and tribal representatives over land grievances. The government plans training, deadline extensions and reviews to improve settlement access.
Dhubri tops Assam's renewed child marriage crackdown with 63 detentions
Oct 29, 2026Police detained 63 people across Dhubri during Assam's renewed child marriage crackdown. The statewide operation targets those involved in or facilitating such unions.
Assam CM announces Rs 200 crore for Tinsukia roads, Rs 50 crore for modern auditorium
Oct 29, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced major road, drainage and civic projects for Tinsukia. The initiative aims to modernise urban infrastructure and improve access to municipal services.
Himanta Biswa Sarma to lead BJP’s ‘Loktantra Bachao’ padyatra in Shimla on November 1
Oct 28, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma will lead the BJP’s ‘Loktantra Bachao Arajakta Hatao’ padyatra in Shimla on November 1, Himachal Pradesh BJP president Rajeev Bindal announced on October 28.
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