CM inaugurates Rs 12-cr Naragaon Mini Stadium with swimming pool, badminton courts and shooting facilities in Assam’s Golaghat
Jan 31, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on January 31, inaugurated the Naragaon Mini Stadium at Khumtai in Golaghat district, marking a step towards strengthening sports infrastructure in the region.
Dolphins, water and biodiversity: Northeast schools win national sustainability awards
Jan 31, 2026Four schools from Northeast India have been selected for the earthian sustainability awards 2025 for projects that explored local environmental challenges through hands-on research, community engagement and the use of traditional knowledge.
Assam eyes global spotlight as efforts on to bring Shakira for mega concert in Dibrugarh
Jan 31, 2026In a move aimed at placing Upper Assam on the global entertainment and tourism map, BJP state general secretary and Assam Tourism Development Corporation (ATDC) chairman Rituparna Baruah on January 31 said efforts are underway to bring international pop icon Shakira to Dibrugarh as part of the state government’s newly launched concert tourism initiative.
Let a thousand Gaurav Gogois or Rahul Gandhis come, they can’t touch me: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Jan 31, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on January 31 launched a blistering political counter-attack on the Congress, accusing the party of being “obsessed” with the term “Miya” while ignoring the interests and identity of 'Asomiya' (Assamese) people.
Captain Jintu Gogoi Vir Chakra Football Tournament trophy reaches Assam's Digboi ahead of 21st edition
Jan 31, 2026The Indian Army on Saturday, January 31, brought the trophy of the prestigious Captain Jintu Gogoi Vir Chakra Football Tournament to Oil Valley School in Digboi, marking the build-up to the 21st edition of the tournament scheduled to begin on February 4.
GNRC launches stroke prevention awareness drive in Morigaon; 1,592 cases reported annually in district
Jan 31, 2026With stroke cases rising alarmingly across Assam and the rest of the world, GNRC Hospital organised a stroke prevention awareness programme and press conference at the Morigaon Press Club as part of its public outreach initiative.
Amit Shah launches Rs 692 crore wetland rejuvenation project to strengthen flood management in Assam
Jan 31, 2026Union Home Minister Amit Shah on January 30, launched a Rs 692 crore project for the restoration and rejuvenation of 15 scientifically identified wetlands across Assam, aimed at improving flood management in the Brahmaputra river basin.
Gaurav Gogoi says Assam CM fell silent after contempt charge over SC attribution
Jan 31, 2026Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi on January 31 launched a sharp attack on Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, accusing him of committing contempt of the Supreme Court by falsely attributing to the apex court language that did not originate from its judicial pronouncement.
Himanta Biswa Sarma seeks probe after four Assam youths found dead in Bengaluru
Jan 31, 2026The mysterious deaths of four youths from Assam in Bengaluru have triggered shock, grief and serious questions, prompting intervention from the Assam government and a high-level probe by Karnataka Police.
From classroom to apiary: Assam teacher’s four years of beekeeping journey inspires youth
Jan 31, 2026In an era where livelihood diversification is emerging as a key to rural self-reliance, a schoolteacher from Assam’s Kaliabor has quietly scripted a success story through beekeeping. Dara Chouhan of Jakhalabandha has transformed a childhood skill into a sustainable enterprise, earning nearly Rs 4 lakh annually while inspiring young people to explore alternative income avenues rooted in agriculture.
Assam: Principal of government school held for alleged 'sexual abuse' of student
Jan 31, 2026Police in Assam’s Sonitpur district have arrested the principal of a government-run school following allegations of sexual misconduct involving a minor student, as per PTI report.
KAAC Principal secretary Mukul Kr Saikia transferred; Dilip Terang given additional charge
Jan 31, 2026Assam government transfers Mukul Kumar Saikia from the Principal Secretary post of KAAC. Dilip Terang is named in-charge Principal Secretary of Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council effective 1 February 2026. The reshuffle aims to maintain continuity in KAAC administration.
"If Bapu was alive today, he’d stand with Assam": Himanta Biswa Sarma defends anti-infiltration stand amid Miya row
Jan 31, 2026Amid a sharp political and ideological face-off triggered by his remarks on “Miya Muslims”, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday invoked Mahatma Gandhi to defend his government’s stand against illegal immigration, asserting that protecting Assam’s identity and constitutional rights cannot be equated with hatred or communalism.
Four youths from Assam found dead inside locked rented room in Bengaluru
Jan 31, 2026Four Assam youths found dead in a locked Bengaluru room, police have initiated an investigation. Authorities are informing families and continuing the probe.
Assam: Rabha Hasong Council pushes grassroots development with 13 new schemes in Dudhnoi
Jan 31, 2026The Rabha Hasong Autonomous Council inaugurated 13 development schemes in Dudhnoi, all completed under the Council’s 2024–25 financial allocation.
Civic neglect chokes key NH-17 stretch in Assam’s major market hub as drainage project fails
Jan 31, 2026A key stretch of National Highway-17 passing through Bijoynagar in Assam’s South Kamrup district has deteriorated into a major civic hazard, with broken roads, clogged drains, and an overpowering stench disrupting daily life in one of the region’s busiest commercial hubs.
Assam CM unveils grand statue of Swargadeo Chaolung Su-Ka-Pha at Guwahati's Notboma
Jan 31, 2026Assam CM, on the occassion of Me-Dam-Me-Phi unveiled a grand statue of Swargadeo Chaolung Su-Ka-Pha in Notboma, Guwahati, honouring the Ahom king's legacy. The statue is expected to become a prominent landmark and inspire the people of Assam.
Assam Forest guard killed in elephant attack while on duty, employees’ association seeks compensation, job for kin
Jan 31, 2026A forest guard was killed in a wild elephant attack while on active duty in Assam’s Nagaon district. The Assam Forest Employees’ Association has declared the deceased, Dilip Konwar, a ‘Forest Martyr’ and demanded enhanced compensation and government employment for his family.
ADSU meeting in Dibrugarh adopts resolutions for student welfare and civic improvements
Jan 31, 2026All Dibrugarh Students’ Union convened its Executive Committee and Agenda Selection Meeting in Dibrugarh.Four resolutions were adopted to tackle key civic and student-related challenges. A 60-member committee was constituted, with strong participation from over 700 students.
Me-Dam-Me-Phi: A living tradition linking Tai Ahoms to their past
Jan 31, 2026Me-Dam-Me-Phi, Tai Ahom tradition, ancestor worship, Indian cultural rituals, Tai Ahom community, ancestral blessings, cultural heritage India, traditional ceremonies India, Tai Ahom festival, peace and prosperity rituals
Assam: Passenger Traveller overturns after head-on collision with dumper in Sribhumi, several injured
Jan 31, 2026A major road accident was reported on the National Highway in the Shrigauri area of Sribhumi district on Saturday, January 31 after a head-on collision between a dumper truck and a passenger traveller vehicle, leaving several occupants critically injured and raising fears of fatalities.
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