Raijor Dal President Akhil Gogoi criticized Shyamkanu Mahanta, the prime accused in Zubeen Garg’s death, for his recent social media statement pledging cooperation with the investigation. Gogoi called it “arrogant” and “troubling” and demanded a CBI probe and immediate arrests,…

India and Bhutan announced a new rail link connecting Kokrajhar in Assam with Gelephu, Bhutan’s planned Mindfulness City. The project aims to boost trade, tourism, and regional integration, aligning with India’s Act East policy and Bhutan’s sustainable development vision.

APCC president Gaurav Gogoi accused CM Himanta Biswa Sarma of shielding key figures in Zubeen Garg’s death probe. He alleged political influence in delaying interrogation of manager Siddharth Sharma and organizer Shyamkanu Mahanta. Gogoi announced statewide candlelight marches from October…

Cachar administration and SMC raided Silchar eateries using subsidized LPG cylinders for commercial cooking. Officials warned of strict penalties, license cancellations, and regular inspections to curb LPG diversion.

The Assam government has requested the MHA to invoke the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty (MLAT) with Singapore over Zubeen Garg’s demise. This will enable access to case details, cooperation from Singaporean authorities, and possible extradition of accused. A special Assam…

The UPPL named Khampa Borgoyari as Leader of Opposition and Wilson Hasda as chief whip in the BTCLA. The move, announced on September 28, aims to strengthen the party’s role as a constructive opposition after the BPF’s sweeping victory with…

Miscreants allegedly backed by land mafia demolished a concrete signboard marking the Depota elephant corridor near NH-15. The corridor, connecting Nameri National Park and Sonai Rupai Sanctuary to Arimora Chapori, was created to reduce human-elephant conflict. Forest officials have assured…

A total of 104 hatchlings of Black Softshell, Indian Tent, and Ganges Softshell turtles were released at Hadug Beel, Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary. Nurtured at Assam State Zoo from temple pond sources, the release supports conservation of critically endangered species. Hadug…

Guwahati Traffic Police have imposed road restrictions and diversions from September 28 to October 3 for Durga Puja. Goods vehicles can enter the city only between 4 am–12 noon. Key areas, including Dispur, Basistha, Bharalumukh, Jalukbari, and Pandu, will have…

CM Himanta Biswa Sarma distributed Rs 10,000 seed capital to 19,000 women SHG members under the Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyan at Dongkamukam. He urged investment in small businesses, with higher funding in subsequent years. Sarma also inaugurated a 100-bed district…

Under the Swachhotsav initiative, Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC) will mentor Morigaon Municipal Board to enhance sanitation and cleanliness. An MoU was signed by GMC Mayor Mrigen Sarania and Commissioner Dr. M.S. Lakshmi Priya, and MMB officials, formalizing the collaboration. The…