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Assam: Dhubri residents protest new IMFL shop near temples, demand revocation of licence

Assam: Dhubri residents protest new IMFL shop near temples, demand revocation of licence

Jul 07, 2026

A controversy has broken out in Assam's Dhubri town after the Excise Department granted permission for the establishment of a new India-Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) "ON" shop on D.K. Road in Ward No. 16, prompting protests from residents who have raised concerns over its proximity to prominent temples and residential areas.

Assam: Residents allege misappropriation of funds, incomplete road works in Nagaon's Juria panchayat

Jul 07, 2026

Residents of Mahguri Panchayat in Assam's Nagaon district have alleged irregularities in the execution of two rural road projects, claiming that the works remain incomplete despite the full withdrawal of government funds sanctioned for their construction.

Pushback of suspected Bangladeshis unlawful: AIUDF leader Badruddin Ajmal

Pushback of suspected Bangladeshis unlawful: AIUDF leader Badruddin Ajmal

Jul 07, 2026

All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) chief and MLA Badruddin Ajmal on Tuesday, July 7 criticised the detection, deportation and pushback of suspected illegal Bangladeshi nationals, describing the practice as unlawful and contrary to constitutional principles

Assam has India's highest cancer survival rate at 62 per cent: State Health Minister

Assam has India's highest cancer survival rate at 62 per cent: State Health Minister

Jul 07, 2026

Assam Health Minister Ashok Singhal on July 7 claimed that Assam has recorded the highest cancer survival rate in the country at 62 per cent, significantly higher than the national average of 40 per cent, attributing the achievement to the state's decentralised cancer care model and large-scale early detection programme.

Assam CM appreciates opposition's support in anti-drug drive, calls for united fight against menace

Assam CM appreciates opposition's support in anti-drug drive, calls for united fight against menace

Jul 07, 2026

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on July 7 lauded the opposition for extending support to the government's campaign against drug abuse, stressing that the menace must be eradicated through a united effort cutting across political lines

Guwahati Municipal Corporation cracks down on littering, public urination with spot fines

Guwahati Municipal Corporation cracks down on littering, public urination with spot fines

Jul 07, 2026

The Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC) has notified a schedule of spot fines for various sanitation-related offences as part of its drive to promote cleanliness and improve public hygiene across the city.

Police-escorted truck movement resumes on Assam–Manipur border after prolonged disruption

Jul 07, 2026

The movement of goods-laden trucks on the Assam–Manipur border resumed on July 7 under police escort after hundreds of vehicles remained stranded for several days due to security concerns.

Assam CM says BJP has no links with accused in Guwahati road rage assault; one arrested

Assam CM says BJP has no links with accused in Guwahati road rage assault; one arrested

Jul 07, 2026

A road rage assault case in Guwahati has led to the arrest of an accused after a complaint and a viral video surfaced. The case drew political attention after claims of a BJP link, which the chief minister denied while warning of strict legal action.

Assam expands CM-FLIGHT programme, plans training in Korean, German and other foreign languages

Assam expands CM-FLIGHT programme, plans training in Korean, German and other foreign languages

Jul 07, 2026

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on July 7 said the state government will expand its flagship CM-FLIGHT programme by introducing training in Korean, German and other foreign languages to prepare youth for overseas employment opportunities.

FIR filed over alleged defacement of Assamese signage in Kokrajhar, conspiracy alleged

Jul 07, 2026

A first information report (FIR) has been lodged at Moran Police Station over the alleged defacement of Assamese text on a public signboard in Kokrajhar, an incident that has sparked strong reactions among Assamese language supporters.

Two held in Assam's Dhubri with suspected psychotropic drugs, cash seized

Two held in Assam's Dhubri with suspected psychotropic drugs, cash seized

Jul 07, 2026

Police arrested two alleged drug peddlers in Dhubri and seized suspected psychotropic medicines and cash. A case has been registered as investigators trace the supply chain and others linked to the network.

Assam conservationist Bibhab Kumar Talukdar elected Fellow of prestigious Linnean Society of London

Assam conservationist Bibhab Kumar Talukdar elected Fellow of prestigious Linnean Society of London

Jul 07, 2026

Bibhab Kumar Talukdar has been elected a Fellow of the Linnean Society of London. The honour recognises his long contribution to rhino conservation and biodiversity protection in Northeast India.

'People will break PM Modi too, we should not be afraid': Badruddin Ajmal

Jul 07, 2026

All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) president Badruddin Ajmal on July 6 called for a stronger opposition alliance under the INDIA bloc, asserting that opposition parties should not be intimidated by the BJP and expressing confidence that political challenges would eventually reach Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Assam eyes stronger Japan partnership in semiconductors, clean energy and skills: Himanta

Assam eyes stronger Japan partnership in semiconductors, clean energy and skills: Himanta

Jul 06, 2026

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday, July 6, said the state is looking to strengthen its partnership with Japan in areas such as semiconductors, clean energy and Japanese language training following discussions with Japanese Ambassador to India Ono Keiichi.

Police filed chargesheets in 54% of cases registered since 2016: Assam Assembly

Police filed chargesheets in 54% of cases registered since 2016: Assam Assembly

Jul 06, 2026

Assam Police have filed chargesheets in just over half of the criminal cases registered in the state since 2016, the Assam Assembly was informed on Monday, July 6.

Study highlights rising workplace stress among Assam tea garden executives

Study highlights rising workplace stress among Assam tea garden executives

Jul 06, 2026

A study conducted among tea companies affiliated with the North East Tea Association (NETA) has found that workplace stress is on the rise among tea garden executives, underscoring the need for greater attention to mental well-being to ensure the long-term sustainability of the industry.

Assam has detected 1.72 lakh illegal foreigners, over 31,700 repatriated so far: CM Himanta

Assam has detected 1.72 lakh illegal foreigners, over 31,700 repatriated so far: CM Himanta

Jul 06, 2026

Assam Police have filed chargesheets in just over half of the criminal cases registered in the state since 2016, the Assam Assembly was informed on Monday, July 6.

Guwahati DCP Shambhavi Mishra faces allegations of threatening journalists during press briefing

Guwahati DCP Shambhavi Mishra faces allegations of threatening journalists during press briefing

Jul 06, 2026

Two journalists have accused a senior Assam Police officer of allegedly humiliating, intimidating and threatening them while they were on duty during an official press conference in Guwahati, prompting one of them to approach a court seeking legal action.

Assam to grant land rights to 1.14 lakh tea workers' families in second phase of patta scheme

Assam to grant land rights to 1.14 lakh tea workers' families in second phase of patta scheme

Jul 06, 2026

The Assam government on Monday, July 6, announced that land rights will be granted to around 1.14 lakh tea workers' families across 250 tea gardens under the second phase of its land patta distribution programme.

Assam govt says 4.35 km of India-Bangladesh border remains unfenced due to BGB objections

Assam govt says 4.35 km of India-Bangladesh border remains unfenced due to BGB objections

Jul 06, 2026

The Assam government on Monday, July 6, informed the Assembly that 4.35 km of the India-Bangladesh border in the state remains unfenced due to objections raised by the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB).

Opposition stages walkout in Assam Assembly after Speaker rejects adjournment motions

Opposition stages walkout in Assam Assembly after Speaker rejects adjournment motions

Jul 06, 2026

The opposition staged a walkout in the Assam Assembly on Monday, July 6, after Speaker Ranjeet Kumar Dass rejected three adjournment motions seeking discussions on power outages, declining enrolment in government schools and the alleged pushback of suspected illegal immigrants.