Assam: News
Zubeen Garg death: 2 security guards arrested over suspicious transactions
In a significant development in the ongoing investigation into the death of renowned singer Zubeen Garg, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) of Assam Police has arrested two of his long-time Personal Security Officers (PSOs), Nandeswar Bora and Paresh Baishya.
Zubeen Garg's friend accuses his manager of financial mismanagement
The late Assamese singer Zubeen Garg's manager, Sidharth Sarma, is facing serious allegations of financial mismanagement.
'Centre has failed Kerala people': HC on Wayanad loan relief
The Kerala High Court has slammed the central government for its refusal to waive loans of those affected by the Wayanad landslides.
Zubeen Garg's cousin, APS officer, arrested in singer's death case
In a major development in the investigation into the mysterious death of popular Assamese singer Zubeen Garg in Singapore, his cousin and Assam Police Service (APS) officer Sandipan Garg has been arrested.
SC issues notice to Assam government over 'Muslim takeover' AI-video
The Supreme Court has issued a notice on a plea seeking the removal of an artificial intelligence-generated video released by the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) Assam unit.
Zubeen Garg case: Why Assam lawyers refuse to represent accused
The All Assam Lawyers' Association has announced that no legal counsel will be provided to the accused in the case of popular Assamese singer Zubeen Garg's death.
Birdwatching in Assam: Top national parks to explore
Assam, a northeastern state in India, is famous for its rich biodiversity and lush green landscapes.
Cyclone Shakhti weakens; several North Indian states on orange alert
India's major cities and regions are likely to witness rain and thunderstorms on Monday due to a western disturbance, with the severe cyclonic storm Shakhti primarily affecting the Arabian Sea region.
Arunachal Pradesh's first commercial coal mine starts operations tomorrow
Arunachal Pradesh will inaugurate its first commercial coal mine at the Namchik-Namphuk coal block in Changlang district tomorrow.
Zubeen Garg's final film to release on October 31
The late Assamese singer Zubeen Garg's final film, Roi Roi Binale, will be released on October 31, announced filmmaker Rajesh Bhuyan.
Zubeen Garg's death: Event organizer moves SC, calls allegations 'ludicrous'
Shyamkanu Mahanta, the organizer of the North East India Festival and an accused in the case related to Assamese singer Zubeen Garg's death, has approached the Supreme Court. He is seeking a transfer of the ongoing Assam Police probe to a central agency.
Zubeen Garg's wife suspects manager's involvement in singer's death
The tragic death of renowned singer Zubeen Garg has left the nation in shock.
Zubeen Garg's death case: Festival organizer, Assamese singer's manager arrested
The investigation into the death of Assamese singer Zubeen Garg has intensified with the Assam CID's Special Investigation Team (SIT) detaining North East India Festival organizer Shyamkanu Mahanta and Garg's manager Siddharth Sarma from different states.
IMD issues heavy rainfall alerts for Gujarat, Maharashtra, Northeast
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued heavy rainfall alerts for several states. These include Gujarat, West Bengal, parts of the Northeast region, and South Peninsular India.
Assam CM seeks Singapore's help in Zubeen Garg's death case
The Assam government has requested the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to invoke the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty (MLAT) with Singapore regarding the recent death of singer Zubeen Garg (52).
PM Modi remembers Zubeen Garg, calls him 'Kohinoor'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid a heartfelt tribute to the late singer Zubeen Garg in the latest episode of Mann Ki Baat.
Zubeen's family files complaint against manager, event organizer for negligence
The family of renowned Assamese singer Zubeen Garg (52), who tragically passed away in Singapore on September 19, has lodged a formal complaint with the Assam Criminal Investigation Department (CID).
Who's Shekhar Goswami? Bandmate detained in Zubeen Garg death case
The Special Investigating Team (SIT) probing the death of Assamese singer Zubeen Garg (52) has detained musician Shekhar Jyoti Goswami for questioning.
Zubeen Garg death case: SIT raids singer's manager's house
A Special Investigation Team (SIT) of the Assam Police, probing the death of cultural icon Zubeen Garg at the Northeast India Festival in Singapore, has conducted searches at three locations in Guwahati.
Video of Zubeen Garg struggling to swim goes viral
A new video has surfaced on social media showing Assamese singer Zubeen Garg struggling to swim without a life jacket in Singapore.
Zubeen Garg's ashes to be distributed via online portal
The Assam government has revealed plans to make the ashes of celebrated singer and cultural icon Zubeen Garg available via an online application system.
Wife Garima's parting gift to Zubeen will break your heart
The last rites of legendary Assamese singer Zubeen Garg were conducted in Guwahati on Tuesday.
Zubeen Garg's 2nd post-mortem underway; funeral procession to start soon
A second post-mortem of legendary Assamese singer Zubeen Garg is currently underway at the Guwahati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH).
Zubeen Garg's funeral was among world's largest public gatherings
The final journey of legendary Assamese singer Zubeen Garg, who passed away on September 19 in Singapore, has been recognized as one of the largest public gatherings in history.
Zubeen Garg to be cremated tomorrow; Assam to build memorials
The Assam government has decided to cremate popular singer Zubeen Garg with full state honors on Tuesday.
Fans honor Zubeen Garg's wish, sing 'Mayabini' to pay tribute
The late singer Zubeen Garg had once said that he wanted people to sing his iconic song Mayabini after his death.
'Mumbai's attitude...': Why Zubeen Garg moved away from Bollywood
Assamese singer-actor Zubeen Garg, who died on Friday in Singapore, had once refused to work in Bollywood due to the "attitude" of the industry.
Assam government postpones exams amid statewide mourning for Zubeen
In tribute to the late singer Zubeen Garg, who died on Friday in a scuba diving accident, the Assam government has postponed exams scheduled for Saturday and Sunday.
Zubeen Garg's post-mortem completed; mortal remains to reach India soon
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has confirmed that singer Zubeen Garg's post-mortem was conducted in Singapore on Saturday.
Zubeen Garg death: FIR against Singapore event manager for negligence
In a surprising development, an FIR has been registered against Shyamkanu Mahanta, manager of the 4th North East India Festival, at Morigaon Police Station.
Who is Garima Saikia, singer Zubeen Garg's multi-talented wife?
The Indian music industry is mourning the untimely demise of popular Assamese singer Zubeen Garg, who died at 52 following a scuba diving accident in Singapore.
Assamese singer Zubeen Garg (52) dies in scuba diving accident
Renowned Assamese singer and cultural icon Zubeen Garg (52) has passed away in a tragic scuba diving accident in Singapore.
When do Post Malone tickets go live for Guwahati show?
Global music sensation Post Malone will be performing at the Khanapara Veterinary Ground in Guwahati, Assam, on December 8. This will be his first-ever solo headline show in the Northeast region of India.
Who's Nupur Bora, Civil Service officer arrested after massive raid
Assam Civil Service (ACS) officer Nupur Bora was arrested on Monday after authorities seized nearly ₹2 crore in cash and valuables from her homes during a raid.
PM Modi inaugurates Combined Commanders' Conference in Kolkata
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated the 16th Combined Commanders' Conference (CCC) at the Eastern Command headquarters of the Indian Army in Kolkata.
5.9-magnitude earthquake jolts Assam, other states feel it too
A 5.9-magnitude earthquake struck Assam on Sunday, sending tremors across several northeastern states, including Meghalaya, Nagaland, and Tripura.
'Masters, remote control': PM Modi's scathing attack on Congress
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Sunday, September 14, launched a scathing attack on the opposition Congress party, calling the people his "masters" and "remote control."
PM Modi lays foundation for Assam medical college, roads, projects
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday laid the foundation stone for several development projects in Assam. The projects include a medical college, a ring road in Guwahati, and a bridge over the Brahmaputra River.
Why Churachandpur, Imphal's Kangla Fort have taken center stage
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Manipur, with a special focus on Churachandpur and Imphal's Kangla Fort.
Kharge, Priyanka slam PM Modi over Manipur visit
Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra have slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his visit to Manipur. The visit comes after ethnic violence broke out in the state in 2023.
Heavy rainfall predicted for Himachal, Uttarakhand, Punjab till Friday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall in several states, including Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Punjab, over the next three days.
MHA empowers Foreigners Tribunals to issue arrest warrants
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has empowered Foreigners Tribunals (FTs) with the authority of a first-class judicial magistrate.
Heavy rains across these states, IMD issues red alert
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for East Rajasthan on Saturday, August 23, 2025, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall.
New GSI mapping reveals India's dangerous landslide zones
The Geological Survey of India (GSI) has identified around 1,000 square kilometers in Tamil Nadu as highly vulnerable to landslides.
Assam to stop issuing Aadhaar cards to adults
The Assam government has decided to temporarily stop issuing Aadhaar cards to persons above 18 years of age, barring those from Scheduled Tribes (ST), Scheduled Castes (SC), and tea garden workers.
Assam: 14-year-old speech, hearing-impaired girl gang-raped, 4 arrested
A 14-year-old girl, who is speech and hearing impaired, was allegedly gang-raped inside an autorickshaw in Assam's Sribhumi.
Assam: 309 families displaced in Biswanath district eviction drive
The Assam government has launched an eviction drive in Biswanath district, displacing 309 families.
India marks new rare-earth hotspots to cut dependence on China
India is actively exploring inland deposits of rare earth elements (REEs) in states like Arunachal Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh.
Drunk army officer mows down 30 people in Nagpur
A 40-year-old Indian Army officer, Harshpal Mahadev Waghmare, was arrested after he allegedly drove his car into a crowd in Nagpur on Sunday evening.
India's tea output falls 9% in June on adverse weather
India's tea production witnessed a significant drop of 9% in June, amounting to 133.5 million kg.
IndiGo passenger found after going missing post viral slap incident
Hussain Ahmed Majumdar, a 32-year-old man from Assam's Cachar district, was found at Barpeta railway station after going missing post a mid-flight incident.
Assam man missing after mid-air brawl on IndiGo flight
A man on an IndiGo Airlines flight from Mumbai to Kolkata was caught on camera slapping another passenger who was having a panic attack.
Heavy rain, thunderstorms predicted for several states; check list
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued several weather alerts across India as the monsoon season intensifies.
Gurugram police halt drive to detain 'illegal' immigrants
The Gurugram police have temporarily halted their drive to detain suspected illegal Bangladeshi immigrants. The move comes amid a mass exodus that has severely impacted the domestic work sector in the city.