Assam: News
09 Apr 2024
Travel And TourismFlavors of Bihu: Foods to enjoy during this Assamese festival
Bihu stands at the core of Assamese culture, heralding the Assamese New Year with a bounty of distinct flavors and culinary delights.
31 Mar 2024
Asom Gana Parishad'Marry again before polls, or else...': Himanta's advice to MP
In a jab at Muslim MP Badruddin Ajmal, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said if the former wishes to marry a "second or third wife," he should do so before the Lok Sabha elections.
27 Mar 2024
PoliticsAssam: Corruption-accused politician's 'sleeping in cash' photo sparks outrage
An old photo of Benjamin Basumatary, a now-suspended member of the United People's Party Liberal (UPPL) in Assam, sleeping amidst a pile of Rs. 500 notes has triggered a row.
24 Mar 2024
Himanta Biswa SarmaNo polygamy, child marriage: Himanta Sarma's 'conditions' for Bengali-speaking Muslims
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma laid down conditions on Saturday for the recognition of Bengali-speaking Bangladeshi Muslims as indigenous people in the state.
18 Mar 2024
Assam PoliceAssam cop arrested for raping 15-year-old domestic help
A senior police official in Assam was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a minor who was employed as a domestic help in his home.
12 Mar 2024
Citizenship Amendment ActIndian Union Muslim League challenges CAA implementation in SC
The Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), a Kerala-based political party, on Tuesday approached the Supreme Court against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA).
12 Mar 2024
Citizenship Amendment ActOpposition calls for state-wide shutdown in Assam against CAA
The United Opposition Forum, Assam (UOFA), a coalition of 16 political parties led by the Congress, called for a state-wide shutdown in Assam against the implementation of the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019 (CAA) on Tuesday.
12 Mar 2024
Citizenship Amendment ActExplained: CAA implementation does not cover tribal areas in Northeast
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government on Monday evening officially notified the Citizenship (Amendment) Rules, 2024.
09 Mar 2024
Narendra ModiPM Modi's packed Saturday: Kaziranga safari to Kashi Vishwanath 'darshan'
With the 2024 Lok Sabha elections just around the corner, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting four states on Saturday. The states include Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal.
08 Mar 2024
KhalistaniSuperintendent of Dibrugarh jail, housing Amritpal Singh, arrested for 'laxity'
The Dibrugarh Central Jail superintendent in Assam has been arrested for negligence after electronic devices were found in the possession of pro-Khalistani preacher Amritpal Singh and his aides.
08 Mar 2024
Maha ShivratriPlaces to witness the majesty of Mahashivratri
Maha Shivratri, a great night dedicated to Lord Shiva, is an auspicious occasion celebrated with fervor and devotion across the Indian subcontinent.
24 Feb 2024
Uniform Civil CodeStep toward UCC: Assam repeals Muslim Marriage Act
In a major step toward the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), the Assam Cabinet repealed the Assam Muslim Marriage and Divorce Registration Act, 1935, on Friday.
14 Feb 2024
AgricultureKaji nemu declared the state fruit of Assam
The Assam government officially designated the GI-tagged kaji nemu (Citrus Limon) as the state fruit.
14 Feb 2024
IndiaExploring vulnerable and endangered birds in India
India, with its rich biodiversity, is a sanctuary for countless species of birds. However, alongside this natural wealth comes the looming threat of habitat loss, climate change, pollution, and illegal poaching.
09 Feb 2024
MizoramMizoram, Assam agree to resolve colonial-era border dispute
Assam and Mizoram have agreed to make joint efforts to settle the long pending inter-state border dispute between the two states.
08 Feb 2024
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)AAP announces candidates for 3 Lok Sabha seats in Assam
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has announced its candidates for three Lok Sabha seats in Assam.
29 Jan 2024
Health & WellnessFoundation laid for first naturopathy hospital in Dibrugarh, Assam
The Union Minister of Ayush and Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, and the Chief Minister of Assam, Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, jointly laid the foundation stone for the Central Research Institute of Yoga & Naturopathy (CRIYN) and a 100-bed yoga and naturopathy hospital in Dihing Khamtighat, Dibrugarh on Sunday.
28 Jan 2024
Rahul GandhiWill soon identify Rahul Gandhi's 'body double': Himanta Sarma
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said he would soon reveal the details of the "body double" allegedly used by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi during the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra in the state.
24 Jan 2024
Rahul Gandhi'File as many...': Rahul hits out against FIRs in Assam
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday dared the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-ruled government in Assam to file "as many cases as they can," saying he will not be intimidated.
23 Jan 2024
Congress PartyRahul's yatra: Clash breaks out between Congress workers, Assam cops
On Tuesday, nearly 5,000 Congress workers, including Rahul Gandhi, attempting to enter Guwahati, were stopped as the party resumed its 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' in Assam.
23 Jan 2024
Rahul GandhiRahul Gandhi's yatra route diverted in Guwahati to 'avoid chaos'
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was denied permission for his Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra to pass through main roads in Guwahati, Assam, as it returns from Meghalaya, Times of India reported.
22 Jan 2024
Rahul GandhiDenied entry to Batadrava Satra Temple in Assam: Rahul Gandhi
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday alleged that he is being barred from visiting the Batadrava Satra Temple in Assam, NDTV reported.
21 Jan 2024
Rahul GandhiBharat Jodo Nyay Yatra: Rahul Gandhi 'attacked' in Assam
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was escorted to safety inside the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra bus on Sunday after he was allegedly attacked in Assam.
20 Jan 2024
Rahul GandhiBharat Jodo Nyay Yatra: Assam Congress accuses BJP of vandalization
The Congress has accused Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers of vandalizing banners and posters in Assam's North Lakhimpur town to welcome the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra led by Rahul Gandhi.
19 Jan 2024
Rahul GandhiBJP wants to confine tribal people to forests: Rahul Gandhi
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Friday said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) wants to confine tribal people to forests and deprive them of education and other major opportunities.
10 Jan 2024
Travel And TourismIndian islands and beaches besides Lakshadweep that need your attention
After Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit and the controversy it sparked in the Maldives, Lakshadweep is getting more attention. Indians are supporting the Union territory by boycotting travel to the Maldives to show solidarity.
08 Jan 2024
Travel And TourismStunning rainforests in India that you shouldn't miss
Tucked away among the varied motifs of India's topography, rainforests serve as vivid verdant havens, alive with life and resonating with the melodies of the natural world.
06 Jan 2024
DelhiSevere cold wave grips North India, no relief till Tuesday
Delhi and several parts of North India are currently facing harsh cold wave conditions, with temperatures dropping below average.
31 Dec 2023
Bhagwant MannWhy Defence Ministry rejected Punjab, Bengal tableaus for R-day
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has rejected the Punjab and West Bengal governments' tableau proposals for the 2024 Republic Day parade, The Indian Express reported.
29 Dec 2023
Amit ShahCentre, Assam government, ULFA insurgents ink historic tripartite peace accord
The Centre and Assam Government have signed a historic peace deal with the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA).
28 Dec 2023
WeddingsEastern elegance: Unveiling wedding wonders in India's east
Ever since the "Wed in India" message by our PM aired on 'Man Ki Bat', couples have been looking for great wedding spots in India to keep their cultural roots near them.
27 Dec 2023
Rahul GandhiRahul Gandhi's 'Bharat Nyay Yatra' to launch on January 14
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is set to launch the second edition of the party's nationwide march on January 14, 2024, on the lines of the previous Bharat Jodo Yatra.
27 Nov 2023
ManipurKuki group suspends economic blockade in Manipur
The Committee on Tribal Unity-Sadar Hills (COTU) on Monday suspended the 12-day economic blockade on two national highways linking Manipur's Meitei-dominated capital, Imphal.
16 Nov 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Cyclone Midhili likely to make landfall in Bangladesh on Saturday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD), on Thursday, warned of an upcoming cyclone that could impact India.
29 Oct 2023
BiharBihar: Man found dead at Congress MLA's house, probe underway
The body of a man was discovered on Saturday at the house of Congress MLA Neetu Singh in the Nawada district of Bihar, reported India Today.
24 Oct 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Cyclone Hamoon intensifies, heavy rainfall alert in several states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday said that Cyclone Hamoon has intensified into a "severe cyclonic storm" over the northwest Bay of Bengal.
06 Oct 2023
OdishaOdisha: Over 2,800 cases, 8 deaths from Scrub Typhus
At least eight people have died due to Scrub Typhus in Odisha, the state's health director said.
02 Oct 2023
Himanta Biswa SarmaDon't need Miya votes for 10 years: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) doesn't need the votes of the Miya people, Bengali-speaking Muslims in Assam, for the next 10 years until they abandon fundamentalism.
02 Oct 2023
ManipurManipur students' death: CBI arrests 4, shifts to Guwahati
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested four persons in connection with the murder of two students from Imphal, Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh said on Sunday.
29 Sep 2023
ShoppingShop these GI-tagged products from Assam
Assam, the lush green state nestled in Northeast India, is celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and world-famous tea.
27 Sep 2023
Indian ArmyHelp tortured, made to eat garbage by Army major, wife
An Indian Army major and his wife have been arrested in Assam for allegedly torturing their 16-year-old domestic worker for two years, The Sentinel Assam reported.
16 Sep 2023
SilcharAssam: NIT students clash with police after suicide on campus
Students at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) in Silchar's Cachar district, Assam, clashed with the police on Friday night during an agitation after a fellow student reportedly died by suicide at the college hostel.
27 Aug 2023
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)10-year-old boy's dead body found at Assam BJP MP's residence
A 10-year-old boy's dead body was reportedly found hanging at the residence of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and MP Rajdeep Roy on Saturday evening in Silchar, Assam.
21 Aug 2023
DelhiDelhi: Government to sell onions at subsidized rates from today
The National Cooperative Consumers' Federation of India (NCCF) will reportedly sell onions on behalf of the central government at a subsidized rate of Rs. 25 per kilogram in Delhi from Monday onwards.
12 Aug 2023
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)BJP leader kills self after intimate photo-leak with senior leader
In a shocking incident in Assam, prominent Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Indrani Tahbildar was reportedly found dead at her residence in Guwahati on Friday.
26 Jul 2023
ChennaiAssam: Engineer's COVID-19 lockdown love story ends in triple murder
In a shocking development, a 25-year-old mechanical engineer killed his wife and her parents before surrendering to the police with his nine-month-old son in his arms.
19 Jul 2023
Himanta Biswa SarmaAssam CM removes 'India' from Twitter bio amid opposition alliance
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday removed "India" from his Twitter bio and added "Bharat" to it.
17 Jul 2023
Amit ShahNCB destroys 1.4 lakh kilogram drugs worth Rs. 2,300 crore
The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) on Monday destroyed more than 1,44,000kg of drugs in the virtual presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
15 Jul 2023
Asaduddin OwaisiOwaisi responds after Himanta blames 'Miya Muslims' for vegetable prices
All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) supremo and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi on Friday bashed Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma for blaming Miya Muslim vendors for the soaring prices of vegetables.
14 Jul 2023
BhutanAssam on alert as Bhutan prepares to release excess water
All Assam districts bordering Bhutan are on high alert after the neighboring country informed the state government regarding its decision to release excess water from the Kurichhu Hydropower Plant on Friday.
28 Jun 2023
RainfallMonsoon to cover India in two days, hills under alert
The southwest monsoon progressed further into the country, with rains and storms lashing north, northwestern, and central India on Tuesday.
27 Jun 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Landslides kill 6 in Himachal; rainfall forecast in several states
At least six people have been killed and 10 others injured after heavy rains caused landslides and flash floods in several parts of Himachal Pradesh, according to the Himachal Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA).
26 Jun 2023
MonsoonLandslide blocks Himachal highway; Delhi, Mumbai under heavy rain alert
After lagging behind, the southwest monsoon caught up with its usual pace and reached most parts of India.
25 Jun 2023
Amit ShahAssam floods: Situation critical, Amit Shah assures Centre's help
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday assured the Assam government of all possible assistance in dealing with the state's flood crisis.
24 Jun 2023
National Disaster Response ForceAssam floods: 4.88 lakh people, 1,538 villages affected
The flood situation in Assam remained grim on Saturday as over 4.88 lakh people have been affected so far, reported PTI.
22 Jun 2023
BrahmaputraAssam floods: 1.2 lakh people affected in 20 districts
The flood situation in Assam remained grim on Thursday morning as heavy rainfall continued to lash several parts of the state.
19 Jun 2023
MonsoonWeather update: Rain batters TN, schools shut in several districts
While the monsoon remains sluggish in many parts of the country and people are struggling to get a reprieve from heatwave conditions, heavy downpours across Tamil Nadu prompted schools in several districts to declare a holiday.
29 May 2023
Vande Bharat ExpressPM Modi virtually flags off Northeast's first Vande Bharat Express
Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually flagged off northeast India's first Vande Bharat Express train from Guwahati in Assam to New Jalpaiguri in West Bengal on Monday.
19 May 2023
Himanta Biswa SarmaAssam: Mosque committee bans burial of drug addicts
The Moirabari Town Kabristan Committee in Assam's Morigaon district has decided not to permit and to participate in the funerals of people who died because of drug consumption or have been involved in the illegal drug trade, reported ANI.
17 May 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)IMD predicts light rain in Delhi, dust storms to continue
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Wednesday predicted the ongoing dust storms in Delhi and National Capital Region (NCR), Rajasthan, Haryana, and West Uttar Pradesh, would continue till Thursday.
16 May 2023
Assam PoliceAssam Police announces plan to get rid of unfit cops
Assam's Director General of Police GP Singh on Tuesday said a fitness survey of all the state police personnel would be conducted, and those found "unfit" would be asked to take voluntary retirement.
08 May 2023
GuwahatiGuwahati: Doctor couple abused, tortured adopted 4-year-old daughter; arrested
In a horrific incident, a doctor couple was arrested for allegedly torturing their adopted four-year-old daughter in Guwahati, Assam. Per ANI, the couple tied the girl to a pole on their terrace and tortured her in the Paltan Bazaar area of the state.
06 May 2023
Manipur1,000+ flee violence-hit Manipur to Assam; situation improving, say police
The violence in Manipur led to the forced inter-state migration of hundreds of people to Assam's Cachar district.
23 Apr 2023
Himanta Biswa SarmaDon't blame me: Assam CM to Congress over harassment case
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday responded to Congress leader Randeep Surjewala's allegations that the former wanted to arrest Indian Youth Congress (IYC) National President Srinivas BV.
22 Apr 2023
All India Congress Committee (AICC)Congress expels ex-Assam youth chief days after she alleged harassment
The All India Congress Committee (AICC) on Saturday expelled Angkita Dutta, former president of the Youth Congress in Assam, for a period of six years owing to "anti-party activities."
20 Apr 2023
Indian ArmyAssam: Indian Army personnel to learn Mandarin at Tezpur University
The Indian Army and Assam's Tezpur University signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on Wednesday to train soldiers in Mandarin, reported The Hindu.
19 Apr 2023
Rahul GandhiEx-Assam Youth Congress chief gets notice for 'defaming' national head
Hours after Angkita Dutta, former Youth Congress President of Assam, accused the party's National President Srinivas BV of "sexism" and "harassment," the latter sent a criminal defamation notice to her.
14 Apr 2023
KeralaBaishakhi, Bihu, Vishu, and Puthandu: Why these harvest festivals matter
Spring harvest festivals are a time of great celebration in India, where agriculture is a vital part of the economy and culture.
14 Apr 2023
Narendra ModiPM Modi inaugurates Northeast's 1st AIIMS in Assam
PM Narendra Modi inaugurated Northeast India's first All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Guwahati, Assam, on Friday.
12 Apr 2023
Travel And TourismExplore the best five wildlife destinations in India
India is home to some of the most incredible wildlife and biodiversity in the world.
08 Apr 2023
Droupadi MurmuPresident Murmu takes maiden sortie onboard Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jet
In what marked her maiden sortie, Indian President Droupadi Murmu set off onboard a Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter aircraft on Saturday from the Tezpur Air Force Station in Assam.
06 Apr 2023
Healthy FoodsRice beyond Basmati: 5 lesser-known rice varieties in India
When it comes to Indian cuisine, Basmati rice is the one of most well-known and commonly used varieties.
01 Apr 2023
Himanta Biswa SarmaAssam: CM Sarma warns Kejriwal ahead of AAP rally
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma has warned Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal against defaming him ahead of the latter's first political rally in the state on Sunday.
25 Mar 2023
Amit ShahCentre decides to reduce 'disturbed areas' under AFSPA in northeast
Union Home Affairs Minister Amit Shah on Saturday announced that the central government decided to reduce the jurisdiction of "disturbed areas" in Nagaland, Assam, and Manipur under the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, or AFSPA.
24 Mar 2023
Supreme Court Of IndiaMembership of banned outfit sufficient for prosecution under UAPA: SC
The Supreme Court on Friday ruled that membership in an outlawed group will constitute an offense under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), 1967.
19 Mar 2023
Punjab PolicePro-Khalistani leader Amritpal Singh's 4 aides flown to Assam's Dibrugarh
In a major development in the crackdown against Waris Punjab De chief and pro-Khalistani separatist leader Amritpal Singh and his associates, four of his arrested close aides were reportedly flown to Assam's Dibrugarh in a special aircraft, reported India Today, citing top police sources.
17 Mar 2023
Himanta Biswa SarmaClosed 600 madrassas in Assam, will shut all: BJP's Himanta
Addressing the Vijay Sankalp Yatra in Belgavi district of poll-bound Karnataka, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said he has closed 600 madrassas and intends to shut all because he wants schools, colleges, and universities.
03 Mar 2023
Travel And TourismWorld Wildlife Day 2023: 5 must-visit national parks in India
Observed on March 3 every year, World Wildlife Day celebrates wild animals and plants around the world and honors their contribution to making our planet better.