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Property dispute turns fatal: Son arrested for allegedly killing mother in Assam's Cachar

Aug 04, 2026

A 65-year-old woman was allegedly hacked to death by her son over a property dispute in Assam's Cachar district on the afternoon of August 4, while another woman sustained serious injuries after she reportedly tried to intervene.

Centre inaugurates PM-DevINE-funded banana processing facility in Assam’s Boko

Aug 04, 2026

In a move aimed at strengthening value addition in Assam's agriculture sector, a Common Facility Centre (CFC) for banana-based products was inaugurated at Jawaharlal Nehru (Autonomous) College in Boko on Monday, August 3 under the Centre's PM-DevINE scheme.

Seven rescued minor girls return to Assam's Dhubri after Bihar brick kiln abuse case

Seven rescued minor girls return to Assam's Dhubri after Bihar brick kiln abuse case

Aug 04, 2026

Seven minor girls rescued from an alleged human trafficking and bonded labour racket at a brick kiln in Bihar's Saharsa district were brought back to Assam's Dhubri on Tuesday, August 4 under the escort of Bihar Police and officials from the Saharsa Child Protection Unit.

Assam: BTC Secretariat begins Census 2027 self-enumeration drive with training programme

Assam: BTC Secretariat begins Census 2027 self-enumeration drive with training programme

Aug 04, 2026

The BTC Secretariat held a self-enumeration training programme in Kokrajhar for Census 2027. The exercise paired staff training with a help desk as authorities pushed early public participation and coordination.

Gauhati University launches mission to restore flood-damaged manuscripts at Sivasagar Satra

Gauhati University launches mission to restore flood-damaged manuscripts at Sivasagar Satra

Aug 04, 2026

Gauhati University has launched a scientific drive to restore flood-damaged Sanchipat manuscripts at Medhijan Shri Shri Gajala Satra. The effort seeks to preserve rare records of Assam's literary, spiritual and historical heritage for future generations.

Meghalaya donates Rs 1 crore to Assam CM Relief Fund for flood relief

Meghalaya donates Rs 1 crore to Assam CM Relief Fund for flood relief

Aug 04, 2026

Meghalaya has contributed Rs 1 crore to Assam's Chief Minister's Relief Fund for flood relief. Himanta Biswa Sarma said the donation showed Northeastern solidarity during the crisis.

Assam: Golaghat man dies after falling into illegal brick kiln excavation pit, residents demand action

Assam: Golaghat man dies after falling into illegal brick kiln excavation pit, residents demand action

Aug 04, 2026

A man died after falling into a deep excavation pit near a brick kiln in Assam's Golaghat district, with residents alleging that the pit was created through illegal soil extraction and blaming the authorities for failing to curb hazardous excavation practices in the area.

Assam: North Cachar Hills Autonomous Council allocates Rs 1232 crore for Dima Hasao development

Aug 04, 2026

The North Cachar Hills Autonomous Council (NCHAC) on Tuesday, August 4 presented a Rs 1,232-crore budget for the 2026-27 financial year, outlining a development-focused roadmap for Assam's Dima Hasao district with priority accorded to education, sports, youth empowerment, tourism and employee welfare.

School Management Committees mandatory in all Assam government schools under new notification

School Management Committees mandatory in all Assam government schools under new notification

Aug 04, 2026

Assam has revised the rules for School Management Committees across all government and provincialised schools. The move replaces earlier panels and seeks to strengthen decentralised, participatory school governance.

Assam Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah inspects Tamulpur Medical College, says project nearing completion

Assam Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah inspects Tamulpur Medical College, says project nearing completion

Aug 04, 2026

Jayanta Malla Baruah and Ashok Singhal reviewed work at the under-construction Tamulpur Medical College and Hospital in Kachubari. The visit underscored the push to complete the project on time and expand healthcare access in the Bodoland Territorial Region.

No illegal mining in Assam, Nagaland issue to be raised with Centre: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Aug 04, 2026

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on August 4 said the state government will begin assessing damage to flood-affected houses from August 9 to expedite relief and rehabilitation for families affected by the recent floods.

Himanta Biswa Sarma takes stock of flood situation in Assam's Sivasagar, assures continued assistance

Aug 04, 2026

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday, August 4 visited flood-affected Sivasagar to review the prevailing situation, interact with affected residents and assess the government's ongoing relief and rehabilitation measures. During the visit, he emphasised the need for timely assistance, expedited damage assessment and continued support for families impacted by the floods.

Union Minister JP Nadda to inspect flood-hit areas in Assam, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh

Union Minister JP Nadda to inspect flood-hit areas in Assam, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh

Aug 04, 2026

JP Nadda has begun a three-day tour of flood and landslide-affected areas in Assam, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh. The visit includes camp inspections, meetings with residents and reviews of relief, rehabilitation and health services.

Assam: Three, including minor, held for gang rape, murder of class 10 student

Assam: Three, including minor, held for gang rape, murder of class 10 student

Aug 04, 2026

Three persons, including a minor, have been arrested in connection with the alleged gang rape and murder of a 15-year-old Class 10 student in Assam's Hailakandi district, police said.

Burglars loot goods worth Rs 2 lakh from grocery shop in Assam's Bongaigaon

Aug 04, 2026

A grocery shop in Assam's Bongaigaon district was burgled in the early hours of Tuesday, August 4, with thieves allegedly decamping with goods worth around Rs 2 lakh. The entire incident was captured on the shop's CCTV cameras.

Assam Education Minister reviews flood damage in 110 schools in Charaideo

Assam Education Minister reviews flood damage in 110 schools in Charaideo

Aug 04, 2026

Assam Education Minister Ranoj Pegu reviewed flood damage in 110 schools in Charaideo. The meeting focused on rapid repairs to restore classes and reduce disruption for students.

Union Minister JP Nadda to inspect flood-hit areas in Assam, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh

Union Minister JP Nadda to inspect flood-hit areas in Assam, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh

Aug 04, 2026

JP Nadda has begun a three-day visit to Assam, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh to inspect flood-hit areas and review relief work. The tour will also assess health services, damaged infrastructure and rehabilitation efforts across the affected regions.

A torn Ramayana survives what the Assam floods could not take

A torn Ramayana survives what the Assam floods could not take

Aug 04, 2026

Weeks after floods tore through Bihubor, Anjali Majhi unwraps the only book left in her shelter. The torn Ramayana stands out in a village still waiting for water, schools and normal life to return.

NFR issues major train advisory as flooding near Assam's Simaluguri disrupts operations

NFR issues major train advisory as flooding near Assam's Simaluguri disrupts operations

Aug 04, 2026

Northeast Frontier Railway has diverted and cancelled several trains after flooding near Assam's Simaluguri disrupted operations. The changes affect major long-distance and local services, with passengers advised to check updates before travel.

Police seize cattle-laden vehicle, arrest three in Assam's Bongaigaon

Police seize cattle-laden vehicle, arrest three in Assam's Bongaigaon

Aug 04, 2026

Police seized a vehicle carrying 10 cattle in Bongaigaon and arrested three men. The cattle were sent to a gaushala as police probed possible wider links.

Himanta extends support to Jharkhand students protesting exam irregularities

Himanta extends support to Jharkhand students protesting exam irregularities

Aug 04, 2026

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has backed Jharkhand students protesting alleged recruitment exam irregularities. He urged the state government to accept their demands and ensure justice.