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Assam: One killed, 13 injured in night bus accident in Lakhimpur

May 23, 2026

One person was killed and 13 others were injured after a night bus travelling from Guwahati to Majuli met with an accident at Naoboicha in Assam’s Lakhimpur district late on Friday night, May 22.

Assam launches Rs 861 crore AMRUT 2.0 drive to improve water supply and urban infrastructure

Assam launches Rs 861 crore AMRUT 2.0 drive to improve water supply and urban infrastructure

May 23, 2026

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on May 23, said the state is undertaking a major urban infrastructure transformation under the AMRUT 2.0 scheme, with 58 projects being implemented across Assam at an investment of more than Rs 861 crore.

Assam passport controversy: Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala fails to appear before Crime Branch despite summons

Assam passport controversy: Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala fails to appear before Crime Branch despite summons

May 23, 2026

Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala failed to appear before the Crime Branch on Saturday, May 23 despite being directed to attend in connection with the case registered against Pawan Khera over the controversy surrounding allegations linked to Riniki Bhuyan Sharma, wife of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

Assam: Illegal sand-laden dumper seized in Sonapur during late night operation

Assam: Illegal sand-laden dumper seized in Sonapur during late night operation

May 23, 2026

A dumper allegedly transporting sand illegally from Morigaon was seized during a late-night operation in the Sonapur Range area on May 23, officials said.

Assam police foil major wildlife smuggling bid, rescue 26 Tokay Geckos in Guwahati

Assam police foil major wildlife smuggling bid, rescue 26 Tokay Geckos in Guwahati

May 23, 2026

A major wildlife smuggling attempt was foiled in Guwahati after police recovered 26 rare Tokay Gecko near Basistha and arrested two alleged smugglers during a late-night operation.

Assam: Police constable dies in road mishap while travelling to duty post in Bongaigaon

Assam: Police constable dies in road mishap while travelling to duty post in Bongaigaon

May 23, 2026

A police constable was killed in a late-night road accident on May 22 in the Boitamari area of Bongaigaon district in Assam, officials said.

Artificial flooding after brief rain leaves Assam's Tinsukia waterlogged, students and commuters affected

May 23, 2026

Large parts of the town remained waterlogged, with many of the main roads going under water following the rainfall. Residents alleged that poor drainage infrastructure and lack of proper water management have continued to worsen the recurring problem of artificial flooding in the town.

World Turtle Day: Assam home to 21 of India’s 31 turtle species; govt intensifies conservation efforts in temple ponds

World Turtle Day: Assam home to 21 of India’s 31 turtle species; govt intensifies conservation efforts in temple ponds

May 23, 2026

Marking World Turtle Day, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on May 23, highlighted the state’s ongoing turtle conservation efforts, stating that Assam is a major hotspot for turtle diversity with 21 of India’s 31 turtle species found in the state.

Assam: Former MLA Ali Akbar Mian arrested over alleged offensive remarks against Assam CM

May 23, 2026

Former MLA Ali Akbar Mian was arrested by Assam Police in Dhubri following alleged provocative and threatening remarks on social media, directed at Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and state law enforcement authorities ahead of the upcoming Eid al-Adha festival.

Assam government pushes for urgent repair of NH-37 border connectivity route

Assam government pushes for urgent repair of NH-37 border connectivity route

May 23, 2026

MLA Krishnendu Paul has written to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma seeking renovation of the NH-37 national highway stretch passing through Sribhumi town up to the Sutarkandi border port.

Assam ACS officer arrested in bribery case; fresh raid recovers Rs 1.18 crore cash from second house

May 23, 2026

The Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (V&AC), Assam on May 22, conducted another search operation at a residence linked to arrested ACS officer Lachit Kumar Das and recovered cash amounting to Rs 1.18 crore along with land-related documents.

Assam's Lathigram Eidgah Committee appeals to avoid cow sacrifice on Eid-ul-Adha

May 22, 2026

In a move aimed at promoting peace, social harmony and communal unity, the Lathigram Eidgah Committee in West Udharband area of Assam’s Cachar district has appealed to people to refrain from cow sacrifice during the upcoming Eid-ul-Adha celebrations.

Himanta Biswa Sarma says ‘detect and deport’ policy being implemented strictly in Assam

Himanta Biswa Sarma says ‘detect and deport’ policy being implemented strictly in Assam

May 22, 2026

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma confirms strict enforcement of the detect and deport policy to curb illegal immigration. The government assures the process respects law and human rights.

‘Extremely rare in India’: Assam doctors detect unusual skin cancer case

May 22, 2026

A rare case of Basal Cell Carcinoma, a form of skin cancer considered uncommon in India, has been detected at the Cancer Screening Centre of SK Roy Civil Hospital in Assam’s Hailakandi district.

Nagaon municipality bans public spitting, warns of fines and legal action

Nagaon municipality bans public spitting, warns of fines and legal action

May 22, 2026

In a move aimed at maintaining cleanliness and improving public hygiene, the Nagaon Municipal Board has prohibited spitting and creating “Red Spots” in public places across the town.

Public Sector OMCs assure uninterrupted fuel supply in Assam amid surge in demand

Public Sector OMCs assure uninterrupted fuel supply in Assam amid surge in demand

May 22, 2026

OMCs in Assam confirm uninterrupted fuel availability despite demand surge. Consumers urged to buy responsibly to maintain steady supply.

GST sleuths uncover suspected tax evasion network after container truck intercepted in Assam’s Dhubri

GST sleuths uncover suspected tax evasion network after container truck intercepted in Assam’s Dhubri

May 22, 2026

Fresh details have emerged in the high-profile interception of a container truck by the GST department in Assam’s Dhubri district, with investigators suspecting a carefully planned attempt to evade taxes by transporting commercial goods using forged documentation and bypassing mandatory compliance systems.

Guwahati's new flyover honours Syama Prasad Mookerjee’s legacy in Assam

Guwahati's new flyover honours Syama Prasad Mookerjee’s legacy in Assam

May 22, 2026

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday, May 22, said a newly constructed flyover in Guwahati would be inaugurated in the name of Syama Prasad Mookerjee, describing it as a tribute to the leader’s role in ensuring Assam remained part of India during Partition.

Assam man dies after falling from train near New Jalpaiguri while returning home for Bakrid

Assam man dies after falling from train near New Jalpaiguri while returning home for Bakrid

May 22, 2026

An Assam man died after falling from a train near New Jalpaiguri while travelling for Bakrid. Authorities are investigating and urging passengers to follow safety measures.

‘Modi won trust, Rahul lost ground’: BJP’s Bhupen Borah slams Congress MP

May 22, 2026

Reacting to recent remarks made by Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and Bihpuria MLA Bhupen Kumar Borah said the Congress leader has failed to gain the trust of the people of the country.

Amit Shah calls for stronger anti-infiltration measures, meeting with Assam, Tripura and Bengal CMs soon

May 22, 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on May 22 said the Centre is working towards strengthening measures to prevent infiltration along India’s eastern borders and announced that a meeting will soon be held with the Chief Ministers of Assam, Tripura and West Bengal to build a stronger security mechanism.