Assam News

Assam: Minor electrocuted after live wire snaps in Boko–Chaygaon co–district

A minor was electrocuted when a live wire snapped in Boko–Chaygaon, Assam. Authorities are investigating and working to enhance safety measures.

Simolu trees of Assam’s Tinsukia hold promise for eco-tourism, local crafts

Assam pushes back 20 illegal Bangladeshis overnight as CM vows relentless crackdown

Assam pushes back 20 illegal Bangladeshis amid renewed crackdown on illegal immigration. The government vows strict action to maintain law and order and secure borders

Discarded idols on NH-37 in Assam's Tinsukia raise safety and religious concerns

Assam Police rescue two abducted men, arrest five in late-night ransom raid

Assam Police rescued two abducted men and arrested five suspects in a late-night operation in Boko-Chaygaon. The case centres on an alleged Rs 10 lakh ransom demand, with inquiries continuing into the wider plot.

Over 300 landslide-prone spots identified in Guwahati ahead of heavy rainfall

Guwahati identifies over 300 landslide-prone spots ahead of heavy rainfall. Residents advised to stay alert and report any hazards promptly.

Assam: 1,475 bottles of cough syrup seized in Guwahati raid, one arrested

Guwahati police seized 1,475 bottles of cough syrup in a raid targeting illegal sales. One arrest was made, and investigations continue to uncover the distribution network.

Assam: Flooded Grasslands Displace Dibru-Saikhowa’s Feral Horses onto NH-37

Incessant rainfall in Tinsukia district over the past few days has submerged the lush grasslands of Dibru-Saikhowa National Park, pushing its iconic feral horses out of their natural habitat. 

Aadhaar helps reunite missing divyang child with family in Assam

In a heartening case of technology aiding social welfare, Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) helped reunite a missing divyang child with her family in Assam after she had remained separated from home since 2025.

BJP leads women’s protest march in Assam's Silchar over women’s safety bill row

BJP leads women’s protest in Silchar demanding urgent action on the women’s safety bill. The march highlights growing public demand for stronger legal protection and government prioritisation

Gujarat cyclist completes 4,000 km solar awareness ride, reaches Assam's Margherita

In an inspiring journey blending endurance with environmental advocacy, Kotres T, a youth from Gujarat, arrived in Margherita, Assam on April 25, after completing a gruelling 28-day trans-India cycling expedition.

Public outrage swells over risky stunts at Assam bridges after Margherita river tragedy

Outrage and concern are rising across upper Assam following a recent incident in Margherita, where a young man was swept away by the Buridehing river during a social media livestream, prompting renewed debate over public safety and mental health risks.

Head-on collision in Assam's Dhubri leaves motorcyclist critically injured

A serious road accident in Dhubri, Assam, left a young motorcyclist critically injured following a head-on collision on D.K. Road on the afternoon of April 25.

Assam CM says ‘no objection’ as Congress plans SC move after HC denies bail to Pawan Khera

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has expressed neutrality as Congress plans to appeal in the Supreme Court against the High Court's bail refusal for Pawan Khera. The legal process is set to continue without political interference.

Two inmates found dead in Nagaon jails, mystery surrounds deaths

Two inmates were found dead under mysterious circumstances in Nagaon district of Assam, raising concerns among authorities.

‘Digitising Assam 2.0’ unlocks 2.76 million pages of Assamese literature online

Digitising Assam 2.0 has made 2.76 million pages of Assamese literature available online, preserving the state's literary heritage. The project offers easy access to valuable resources for researchers and enthusiasts alike.

Assam Rifles busts narco-arms module in Silchar, one held

Assam Rifles have arrested a suspect and seized illegal drugs and arms in Silchar. The investigation to dismantle the narco-arms network is ongoing.

Headmaster accused of assaulting Class IV student in Bongaigaon, child hospitalised

A shocking incident has been reported from Abhayapuri in Bongaigaon district, where a primary school headmaster has been accused of assaulting a Class IV student, leaving the child injured and requiring hospitalisation.

No fear among Bangladeshi Hindus under BJP, CAA to be fully implemented: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, on April 25, said the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) would “extensively implement” the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and assured Bangladeshi Hindus of safety, as campaigning intensified ahead of the West Bengal Assembly elections.

Indian Roller found dead on Bhupen Hazarika Setu, raises ecological concerns

The body of an Indian Roller was found on the Dr. Bhupen Hazarika Setu on Saturday morning, raising concerns over the impact of infrastructure on wildlife in ecologically sensitive areas of Assam.

“When in India, talk about Ayodhya and Ajmer Sharif, not Kaaba and Madina": Assam CM

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday, April 25, made sharp remarks targeting Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Sayoni Ghosh over her comments and said that when in India, one should speak about Ayodhya and Ajmer Sharif.