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NE marks Gandhi Jayanti with tributes and clean‑up drives
Northeast India observed Gandhi Jayanti with tributes in Shillong, Aizawl and Assam, plus Swachhata clean-up drives reaffirming his ideals.
Assam tiger cub rescued from fishing net, forest teams try to reunite it with mother
Assam: 3-month-old tiger cub rescued from fishing net in Biswanath; forest teams and WTI attempt reunite with mother using camera traps and drone monitoring.
Tezpur Univ student found hanging in hostel room
Tezpur University student Jyotishman Boruah found hanging in Lachit Borphukan Boys’ Hostel room; police probe underway, body sent for autopsy.
Himanta Biswa Sarma blames Congress for delay in implementing Uniform Civil Code
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said Congress was responsible for the delay in granting women equal rights and implementing a Uniform Civil Code in India. He also urged people not to divide children by labels such as Gen Z and Gen Alpha.
More than one million affected by floods in India’s Assam state
Thousands of people in India have been displaced since July after monsoon rains triggered severe flooding.
Two held in baby-selling racket targeting pregnant women
Kerala police arrest two in Kottayam baby-selling racket after Assam woman’s complaint; pregnant women allegedly lured via Instagram with fake adoption offers.
State targeting prodn of 60L eggs daily to achieve self-reliance: Min
Assam targets 60 lakh eggs daily to meet demand and achieve self-reliance as output is 26 lakh/day; budget boosts fish and dairy production investments.
Hundreds of social groups, individuals extend helping hands to flood affected Assam
Hundreds of social groups and individuals deliver relief to Assam flood victims in Sivasagar, Charaideo and Jorhat, with donations and volunteer cleanup drives.
Air India Express waives cargo costs for NGOs sending Assam flood aid
Air India Express announced waiving cargo charges for flood relief materials. This waiver applies to flights traveling to Guwahati from Delhi and other cities. The airline operates multiple daily flights connecting these key locations. Registered NGOs and …
Hek says Centre listening to FCRA concerns, decision after due process
BJP leader and Pynthorumkhrah MLA AL Hek on Tuesday said he has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking an exemption under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA), and has called for a meeting of all stakeholders to discuss the issue. Speaking …
Assam forest dept to work with stakeholders for Hargila’s long-term survival: Minister Mallabaruah
Assam forest minister Jayanta Mallabaruah pledges continued collaboration with conservationists and communities to ensure long-term survival of Hargila stork.
Centre’s Rs 15,431 crore NH-15 expansion to boost Assam connectivity: CM Himanta
Assam NH-15 expansion worth Rs 15,431 crore to widen Baihata Chariali–Tezpur stretch, cut travel time, boost safety and improve links to upper Assam and Arunachal.
Zubeen Garg death: SC seeks Assam govt's response on bail plea of accused
The Supreme Court has requested a response from the Assam government regarding a bail plea filed by Shyamkanu Mahanta, an accused in the Zubeen Garg death case. Mahanta's appeal challenges the Gauhati High Court's decision to deny him bail. The celebrated sin…
Assam seeks enhanced access to EAPs to sustain Northeast’s growth momentum: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma highlighted the significant role of Externally Aided Projects (EAPs) in the North East's development at a seminar in Shillong. He noted Assam's substantial increase in EAP funding, from Rs. 7,500 crore to Rs. 53,000 cr…
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India Post to use drones after tie-up with Skye Air in Himachal and Assam
The deployment will connect 110 locations in Himachal Pradesh and 40 locations in Assam, aiming to address last-mile delivery challenges in regions where mountainous terrain, seasonal flooding and limited transport infrastructure often delay postal services
Japan lasers in on India's Assam state for chip and infrastructure corridor
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is scheduled to visit Assam in northeastern India in early July 2026. According to Nikkei, more than 50 Japanese companies and business groups, including Suzuki, Itochu and Toyota Tsusho, are expected to accompany the de…
3 camps set up for Ambubachi pilgrims, over 8 lakh devotees expected
Assam sets up three camps and rest stops for Ambubachi Mela at Kamakhya Temple; medical, sanitation and crowd controls in place as 8 lakh+ devotees expected.
Assam CM meets EAM Jaishankar , discusses Act East Policy and regional trade opportunities
FO Talks: Decoding Elections in India’s West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu and Keralam
Fair Observer’s Video Producer Rohan Khattar Singh speaks with FOI Partner and geopolitical analyst Manu Sharma about the 2026 Indian state elections, which reshaped the country’s political map from the northeast to the deep south. They examine the Bharatiya …
Assam Adopts of UCC - Daily Excelsior
Goalpara’s Lithium Jackpot: Garo Hills Hold India’s Future
Tura/Goalpara, May 25: The discovery of critical mineral deposits in the Tukreswari and Sijukona hills of Assam’s Goalpara district has raised hopes of a major economic and strategic breakthrough for both the state and the country, with the Geological Survey …
BSE , ICSI , AIBI & HMPL Host SME Fund Raising Conclave in Guwahati , Assam
Assam Chief Secretary Ravi Kota chairs high - level meeting on Census 2027 preparedness in Guwahati
Governor, CM Sarma welcome Bhutan PM Tobgay in Guwahati; talks focus on strengthening bilateral ties
Bhutan's Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobgay visited Guwahati. Assam's Governor and Chief Minister welcomed him. Discussions focused on boosting ties between India and Bhutan. Cooperation for the Northeast region was a key point. A cultural evening showcased…
Bhutan PM Tshering Tobgay arrives in Assam , holds talks with CM Sarma
Assam: Resolution moved for early implementation of 33% reservation for women in state assemblies
Assam has passed a resolution in its Assembly supporting the swift implementation of 33% reservation for women in state assemblies. This move aims to boost women's empowerment and governance participation. The state joins other NDA-ruled states in urging the …
Udaan’s pre-IPO top-up; Tata’s Assam chip hub test run
Happy Monday! Udaan is in talks to raise $50-60 million at a flat valuation. This and more in today's ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Tata Electronics plans to start chip packaging at upcoming Assam unit
While the Tata Group company has already initiated small-scale shipments from its first commercial OSAT facility in Vemagal, Karnataka, the strategic pivot to the greenfield high-volume manufacturing unit in Jagiroad, Assam is aimed at building trust among gl…
Assam: IMD predicts heavy rainfall likely over Guwahati city in 2-3 days, public advised to remain alert
The weather pattern suggests that thunderstorm and lightning with few spells of rain is very likely at the isolated places of the city along with southern & western districts of the state in coming 2-3 days which may aggravate water logging, slow vehicular mo…