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West Bengal needs industrial revival, jobs and transparent governance: Assam CM

West Bengal needs industrial revival, jobs and transparent governance: Assam CM

Apr 24, 2026

Assam Chief Minister highlights the need for industrial growth and transparent governance in West Bengal. He urges efforts to create jobs and attract investments for the state's progress.

BJP to gain strength from AAP Rajya Sabha realignment: Assam CM

BJP to gain strength from AAP Rajya Sabha realignment: Assam CM

Apr 24, 2026

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma says BJP will gain from AAP's Rajya Sabha realignment. He highlights strategic partnerships and party unity as key to strengthening BJP's position.

Assam Police officials probe Nagaon robbery; incident termed ‘pre-planned’

Assam Police officials probe Nagaon robbery; incident termed ‘pre-planned’

Apr 24, 2026

Assam Police are probing a pre-planned robbery in Nagaon. Efforts are ongoing to catch the culprits and secure the area.

Assam: Rising crime in Nagaon’s minority areas; BJP leader Zakaria Hoque Choudhury demands strict action

Assam: Rising crime in Nagaon’s minority areas; BJP leader Zakaria Hoque Choudhury demands strict action

Apr 24, 2026

Crime wave in Nagaon’s minority areas raises alarm among locals. BJP leader urges police to act swiftly to restore peace and safety.

NIT Silchar bans prayers, religious gatherings in hostels and campus common areas

NIT Silchar bans prayers, religious gatherings in hostels and campus common areas

Apr 24, 2026

The National Institute of Technology Silchar has issued an order prohibiting hostel boarders, mess workers and any other individuals residing in or associated with hostels from conducting or participating in any form of prayer, religious gathering or related activity in open spaces and common areas within hostel premises or across the institute campus.

Assam Police probe finds Golden Card shown by Pawan Khera belonged to Pakistani citizen: Advocate General

Apr 24, 2026

The Gauhati High Court on April 24 rejected the anticipatory bail plea of Congress leader Pawan Khera in a case linked to allegations made against Riniki Bhuyan Sharma, with the Assam government claiming that fabricated documents were used during press conferences held earlier this month.

IMD warns of heavy rainfall in Assam's Guwahati; public advised to stay alert

IMD warns of heavy rainfall in Assam's Guwahati; public advised to stay alert

Apr 24, 2026

IMD warns of heavy rainfall in Guwahati, urging residents to stay alert and avoid unnecessary travel. Authorities are on standby for emergency response to ensure public safety.

Margherita youth goes missing after jumping into Buridehing river during Facebook live

Margherita youth goes missing after jumping into Buridehing river during Facebook live

Apr 24, 2026

A tragic incident has sent shockwaves across Margherita after a young man allegedly jumped into the Buridehing River on April 24 afternoon while appearing on a Facebook Live stream.

Amritpal Singh appears virtually in Dibrugarh court, bail granted in jail device recovery case

Apr 24, 2026

Lok Sabha MP Amritpal Singh on April 24 appeared virtually before a court in Dibrugarh in connection with Case No. 21/2024, registered in the district following the alleged recovery of an electronic device from his room inside Dibrugarh Central Jail.

From Assam to London: In a historic first, Auniati Satra’s Satradhikar invited to address British Parliament

From Assam to London: In a historic first, Auniati Satra’s Satradhikar invited to address British Parliament

Apr 24, 2026

The Satradhikar of Majuli's Auniati Satra Pitambar Dev Goswami from Assam made a historic address to the British Parliament, highlighting Assam's cultural heritage. This event marks a significant step in enhancing India-UK cultural relations.

Justice after 8 years: 20 convicted, sentenced to life in Abhi–Neel mob lynching case

Apr 24, 2026

The Nagaon Sessions Court has convicted 20 persons in the Abhi–Neel murder case, sentencing them to life imprisonment and imposing a fine of Rs 20,000 on each.

Assam scientist part of the collaboration which won 2026 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics

Assam scientist part of the collaboration which won 2026 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics

Apr 24, 2026

Atanu Nath, assistant professor of physics at Tihu College and a native of Hailakandi in Assam, is part of the Fermilab Muon g-2 collaboration, one of three laboratories that together won the $3 million prize announced in Los Angeles this month.

Demonetisation, Covid-19, and LPG crisis cripple small livelihoods in Upper Assam

Apr 24, 2026

A series of economic disruptions ranging from demonetisation and the COVID-19 pandemic to the ongoing LPG shortage linked to tensions in West Asia has severely impacted small rural entrepreneurs across Upper Assam, leaving many struggling to sustain their livelihoods.

Assam Veterinary and Fishery University adopts NEET-based admission for BVSc & BFSc courses from 2026–27

Assam Veterinary and Fishery University adopts NEET-based admission for BVSc & BFSc courses from 2026–27

Apr 24, 2026

Assam Veterinary and Fishery University will adopt NEET scores for admissions to BVSc and BFSc courses from 2026. This change aims to standardise and bring transparency to the selection process.

People voting against Mamata Banerjee with anger for change: Assam CM

People voting against Mamata Banerjee with anger for change: Assam CM

Apr 24, 2026

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma highlights voter anger against Mamata Banerjee, indicating a demand for change. This shift may impact political strategies in West Bengal.

Pijush Hazarika welcomes Gauhati HC order denying anticipatory bail to Pawan Khera; calls him ‘criminal, absconder’

Pijush Hazarika welcomes Gauhati HC order denying anticipatory bail to Pawan Khera; calls him ‘criminal, absconder’

Apr 24, 2026

Assam Minister Pijush Hazarika on April 24 welcomed the Gauhati High Court’s decision to deny anticipatory bail to Congress leader Pawan Khera, calling him a “criminal and absconder” and alleging his involvement in forging documents to manipulate the election outcome.

Gauhati HC rejects Pawan Khera bail plea; Himanta says will review case only after May 4 if re-elected

Apr 24, 2026

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on April 24 declined to comment on the Gauhati High Court’s rejection of the anticipatory bail plea filed by Congress leader Pawan Khera, citing the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct during the ongoing Assembly elections in Assam.

Assam: Two-and-a-half-year-old dies after vehicle hits toddler in Guwahati's Paltan Bazar, mob vandalises car

Assam: Two-and-a-half-year-old dies after vehicle hits toddler in Guwahati's Paltan Bazar, mob vandalises car

Apr 24, 2026

A two-and-a-half-year-old toddler was killed in a road accident in the Paltanbazar area of Guwahati on Friday, April 24, triggering unrest and public outrage at the scene.

“No merit in Pawan Khera’s argument": BJP national spokesperson after Gauhati HC rejects bail plea

Apr 24, 2026

The Gauhati High Court has rejected the anticipatory bail plea filed by Congress leader Pawan Khera in connection with a case linked to allegations involving Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and his wife.

Sheena Bora murder case: SC declines fresh plea by Indrani Mukerjea to travel abroad, asks her to approach trial court

Sheena Bora murder case: SC declines fresh plea by Indrani Mukerjea to travel abroad, asks her to approach trial court

Apr 24, 2026

The Supreme Court of India on April 24 refused to hear a fresh application by Indrani Mukerjea, an accused in the Sheena Bora murder case, seeking permission to travel overseas, directing her instead to seek relief from the trial court where proceedings are ongoing.

Assam: Nagaon Court to pronounce sentence in 2018 Karbi Anglong Abhi-Neel mob lynching case

Assam: Nagaon Court to pronounce sentence in 2018 Karbi Anglong Abhi-Neel mob lynching case

Apr 24, 2026

The District and Sessions Court in Nagaon is set to pronounce the quantum of punishment today, April 24 for 20 individuals convicted in the 2018 mob lynching of two youths in Karbi Anglong, a case that had triggered widespread outrage across Assam.