Assam
Assam Resident Detained for Impersonating Transgender Person
Police in Assam detained a man posing as a transgender person to collect money, sparking concerns from the community over harassment and reputation damage.
James M • 23 May 2026
GST Officials Uncover Suspected Tax Evasion Scheme in Assam
Assam GST authorities intercepted a truck carrying suspected illicit goods, revealing potential tax evasion and significant documentation discrepancies.
James M • 23 May 2026
State Oil Companies Guarantee Steady Fuel Supply in Assam
Public sector oil firms confirm steady fuel supplies across Assam despite a seasonal surge in demand and urge the public to avoid panic buying.
James M • 23 May 2026
Nagaon Municipal Board Bans Public Spitting to Improve Hygiene
Nagaon officials have banned public spitting to keep the town clean. Violators now face potential fines and legal action for creating unsightly red stains.
James M • 23 May 2026
Rare skin cancer case identified in Assam
Doctors in Assam's Hailakandi district have diagnosed a rare case of Basal Cell Carcinoma, a form of skin cancer that is extremely uncommon in India.
James M • 23 May 2026
Assam Strengthens Border Security Through Detect and Deport Initiative
Assam has intensified its crackdown on illegal immigration, following the recent deportation of a Bangladeshi national by state police and border forces.
James M • 23 May 2026
Assam Eidgah Committee Requests Alternative Sacrifice for Eid-ul-Adha
An Assam community group is asking residents to avoid cow sacrifices during Eid-ul-Adha to foster local harmony and respect religious sentiments.
James M • 23 May 2026
Gauhati High Court Postpones Shyamkanu Mahanta Bail Hearing
The Gauhati High Court has delayed the bail hearing for Shyamkanu Mahanta, an accused in the Zubeen Garg case, until May 25 to allow for government response.
James M • 23 May 2026
Assam ACS Officer Arrested in Bribery Case Amid Massive Cash Seizures
An Assam civil servant was arrested for bribery, leading to police raids that uncovered over Rs 1.6 crore in cash and significant financial assets.
James M • 23 May 2026
Bongaigaon officials inspect markets to combat rising food prices
Bongaigaon authorities inspected local markets on Friday to address inflation and ensure shopkeepers display mandatory price lists for essential goods.
James M • 22 May 2026
Guwahati to Host 45th Water India Expo Focused on Sustainability
Guwahati will host the 45th Water India Expo from June 2 to 4, gathering industry experts to showcase sustainable water and wastewater management solutions.
James M • 22 May 2026
Cachar Police Seize Over 21,000 Bottles of Codeine Syrup in Assam
Assam police seized 21,600 bottles of codeine syrup near Puticherra, marking a major success in the state's ongoing campaign against illegal drug trafficking.
James M • 22 May 2026
Opposition Legislators Boycott Assam Governor Address Over Inflation
Opposition MLAs in Assam boycotted the Governor's address on May 22 to protest the government's failure to address rising inflation and public hardships.
James M • 22 May 2026
AASU Launches Statewide Protests Over Soaring Costs in Assam
The All Assam Students Union held rallies across multiple districts to demand government action against rising fuel, food, and medicine prices.
James M • 22 May 2026
Amit Shah Announces Strategy to Curb Eastern Border Infiltration
Home Minister Amit Shah plans to meet with three state Chief Ministers to bolster security and curb illegal infiltration along India's eastern borders.
James M • 22 May 2026
BJP Leader Bhupen Borah Criticizes Rahul Gandhi's Stance on PM Modi
BJP MLA Bhupen Borah claims Rahul Gandhi has lost public support and trust by using harsh language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
James M • 22 May 2026
Assam Man Dies in Tragic Fall From Train While Traveling Home for Bakrid
A man from Assam died after falling from a moving train near New Jalpaiguri while returning home from Kerala for the upcoming Bakrid celebrations.
James M • 22 May 2026
Guwahati's New Flyover Named to Honor Syama Prasad Mookerjee
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has named a new Guwahati flyover after Syama Prasad Mookerjee to honor his efforts in keeping Assam within India.
James M • 22 May 2026
Assam Governor Outlines Five-Year Vision Amid Opposition Walkout
Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya presented the state government's five-year vision as opposition members staged a walkout in the Assembly.
James M • 22 May 2026
DRI Seizes Smuggled Areca Nuts and Prohibited E-Cigarettes in Major Crackdowns
The DRI seized 60,000 kg of smuggled areca nuts in the Northeast and intercepted over 300,000 illicit e-cigarettes worth ₹120 crore nationwide.
James M • 22 May 2026
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