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Assam: Section 163 BNSS imposed across Karbi Anglong amid rising unrest

Assam: Section 163 BNSS imposed across Karbi Anglong amid rising unrest

Dec 22, 2025

In response to escalating law and order concerns, the district administrations of Karbi Anglong on December 22 imposed prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, with immediate effect.

Assam CS rushes to West Karbi Anglong as KAAC CEM’s house torched, Kheroni blockade triggers widespread unrest

Assam CS rushes to West Karbi Anglong as KAAC CEM’s house torched, Kheroni blockade triggers widespread unrest

Dec 22, 2025

Widespread unrest gripped Assam’s West Karbi Anglong district on December 22 following the forcible removal of indigenous protesters who had been on an indefinite hunger strike, triggering a massive road blockade at Kheroni and incidents of arson and vandalism across several localities.

Protestors torch houses, shops of 'non tribal' settlers in West Karbi Anglong after burning CEM house

Dec 22, 2025

The situation in West Karbi Anglong district turned highly volatile on December 22 evening after protesters allegedly set fire to several shops and residential houses in areas under Kheroni Police Station.

BJP links madrasa education in Assam’s 'char' areas to extremist models in Bangladesh, Pakistan

Dec 22, 2025

The Assam unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on December 22, made a series of controversial claims linking madrasa education in Assam’s char areas with what it described as extremist models in Bangladesh and Pakistan.

Congress stages protest in Assam’s Nalbari over alleged irregularities in Jal Jeevan Mission

Dec 22, 2025

The Town Block Congress on December 22, organised a massive protest in Nalbari against the alleged failure and corruption in the implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission.

Margherita protests murder of Dipu Chandra Das in Bangladesh, Yunus effigy burnt

Dec 22, 2025

A protest was held in Margherita on December 22 against the brutal murder of Dipu Chandra Das, a Hindu youth in Bangladesh, with demonstrators strongly condemning fundamentalist organisations and demanding protection for minorities in the neighbouring country.

Major drug bust in South Salmara-Mankachar, two held with 896 Yaba tablets

Major drug bust in South Salmara-Mankachar, two held with 896 Yaba tablets

Dec 22, 2025

South Salmara-Mankachar police on December 22 apprehended two persons with 896 suspected Yaba tablets in the Rangapani area under Mankachar Police Station.

1.45 lakh jobs given against 2 lakh promise, Assam CM reaffirms transparent recruitment

1.45 lakh jobs given against 2 lakh promise, Assam CM reaffirms transparent recruitment

Dec 22, 2025

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on December 22 said that the Assam government has so far provided 1,45,449 government jobs, out of the two lakh jobs promised, reaffirming the state’s commitment to transparent and corruption-free recruitment.

Protesters torch KAAC chief Tuliram Ronghang’s residence in Donkamokam amid land row

Dec 22, 2025

Tensions in Assam’s Karbi Anglong district escalated sharply on December 22 after protesters allegedly set fire to the residence of Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) Chief Executive Member Dr Tuliram Ronghang in Donkamokam.

Public prosecutor lacks facilities to review 12000 page chargesheet: Lawyer in Zubeen Garg case

Dec 22, 2025

Proceedings in the murder case of singer Zubeen Garg formally commenced on Monday, December 22 with the first hearing held in the court of the Sessions Judge. With this, all further hearings and legal proceedings in the matter will now be conducted before the Sessions Court.

Sri Sri Madhupur Satra’s Deka Satradhikar Madhav Dev Mahanta wins young writer award

Sri Sri Madhupur Satra’s Deka Satradhikar Madhav Dev Mahanta wins young writer award

Dec 22, 2025

In a significant boost to the state’s literary landscape, Madhav Dev Mahanta, the Deka Satradhikar of the historic Sri Sri Madhupur Satra in Coochbehar, has been selected for the prestigious YUVA LEKHAK SANMAN - 2025, the devotees of Madhupur Satra have expressed immense pride in Mahanta's achievement, viewing it as a milestone for the literary heritage.

Assam: Handcuffed Ronaldo escapes Haflong Hospital, manhunt on

Dec 22, 2025

A prisoner identified as Ronaldo Haflongbar escaped from Haflong Civil Hospital on the morning of December 22, triggering a search operation by the Dima Hasao Police.

PM Modi presented distorted version of history during his Assam visit: Gaurav Gogoi

PM Modi presented distorted version of history during his Assam visit: Gaurav Gogoi

Dec 22, 2025

Assam Congress president and Deputy Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Gaurav Gogoi, on December 22 accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of presenting a distorted version of Indian history during his recent two-day visit to the state.

Assam on high alert amid Bangladesh unrest, Himanta warns of security threats

Assam on high alert amid Bangladesh unrest, Himanta warns of security threats

Dec 22, 2025

Assam has been placed on high alert following a fresh wave of unrest in neighbouring Bangladesh, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Monday, asserting that the state government is closely monitoring developments across the border.

"Biswas Yatra" motorcycle rally flagged off in Kamrup to promote women empowerment

"Biswas Yatra" motorcycle rally flagged off in Kamrup to promote women empowerment

Dec 22, 2025

District Commissioner of Kamrup, Deva Kumar Mishra, on Monday flagged off a motorcycle rally from the Integrated District Commissioner’s Office, Kamrup, as part of the "Biswas Yatra - The Journey of Trust" initiative. The rally was led by Assam Women’s Commission Chairperson Angoorlata Deka and organized by the Assam Women’s Commission with the objective of spreading awareness on the protection, dignity and empowerment of women across Assam.

Assam: Violent protest erupts in Kheroni, homes, shops, school bus and ambulance damaged

Dec 22, 2025

Kheroni town and its adjoining localities in Assam’s West Karbi Anglong district witnessed a surge of violence on Monday after a protest spiralled out of control, leaving a trail of destruction across Nepali Basti and nearby areas.

Gaurav Gogoi slams Modi as ‘tone-deaf’ over no tribute to Zubeen during Assam visit

Gaurav Gogoi slams Modi as ‘tone-deaf’ over no tribute to Zubeen during Assam visit

Dec 22, 2025

Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for allegedly ignoring the grief of the Assamese people during his two-day visit to Assam.

All Assam Bengali Parishad protests alleged atrocities on minorities in Bangladesh, burn effigy of Mohammad Yunus

Dec 22, 2025

The All Assam Bengali Parishad on Monday, December 22 staged a strong protest on Kali Bari Road in Sribhumi town, near the banks of the Kushiara River along the India–Bangladesh border, condemning what it described as brutal atrocities against minority communities in Bangladesh.

"Justice will prevail": Zubeen Garg’s sister after court hearing

Dec 22, 2025

Palmee Borthakur, sister of late music icon Zubeen Garg, on Monday, December 22 said that seven accused in the case were produced virtually before the court earlier in the day. She added that she was personally present during the proceedings and closely followed the hearing.

Allegations of massive GST evasion surface in Assam’s Jogighopa, coal transport under scanner

Dec 22, 2025

Serious allegations of large-scale Goods and Services Tax (GST) evasion have surfaced from Jogighopa in Assam’s Bongaigaon district, with claims that a well-organised racket has been operating for an extended period, resulting in revenue losses running into crores of rupees.

Assam: Hunger strikers’ removal triggers major road blockade in West Karbi Anglong's Kheroni Bridge

Assam: Hunger strikers’ removal triggers major road blockade in West Karbi Anglong's Kheroni Bridge

Dec 22, 2025

Tensions escalated sharply in West Karbi Anglong district on December 22 after authorities removed indigenous hunger strikers in the early hours, triggering a massive road blockade at Kheroni Bridge, also known as Thong Nokbe.