Punjab MP Amritpal Singh Gets 1-Day Bail For Grandmother's Last Rites
His return to Punjab on November 14 will be significant as he has remained lodged in Assam's Dibrugarh Central Jail for more than three-and-a-half years.
After Family's Plea, Jailed Amritpal Singh Gets 1 Day To Attend Grandmother's Last Rites
mritpal Singh was arrested in April 2023 after a month-long manhunt and later shifted to Dibrugarh Central Jail in Assam under the NSA.
Jailed Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh granted one-day custody parole for grandmother's funeral
Khadoor Sahib MP and NSA detainee Amritpal Singh has been granted a one-day interim custody parole by a district court in Amritsar to attend the final funeral rites of his grandmother, according to advocate Karamvir Singh Pannu. Singh, who heads the Waris Punjab De organisation and represents the Khadoor Sahib parliamentary constituency, has been lodged in Dibrugarh Central Jail in Assam since April 2023. His detention followed a high-security crackdown after a violent protest at the police station. Speaking to reporters, Pannu, who represents Singh, stated that the district court accepted their petition after reviewing arguments concerning the necessity of the legislator's presence for the customary rituals. Amritpal Singh's grandmother passed away recently, and for performing her last rites and rituals, Bhai Amritpal Singh ji's presence was extremely necessary. Accordingly, we had moved an application in the District Court, Amritsar, to perform her last rites and rituals. The judge...
Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan Tinsukia (KVS Tinsukia), Regional Office Tinsukia, has released the official notification for 15 vacancies, including ATL Instructor and Vocational Instructor posts. Selection will be carried out through a Walk-in Interview scheduled on 21 November 2026 at KV No.1 Imphal; PM SHRI KV No.1 Itanagar; KV Dibrugarh; PM SHRI KV Dimapur. Candidates should report at 8:00 AM. For complete details, candidates can visit rotinsukia.kvs.gov.in.
Jailed Punjab MP Amritpal Singh gets 1-day parole
Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh, currently jailed in Assam's Dibrugarh Central Jail, has been granted one-day custody parole by an Amritsar court to attend the last rites of his grandmother. His family had sought his temporary release after her passing on Sunday, and the court approved a one-day parole on Friday.
Amritpal Singh Granted Parole to Attend Grandmother
Imprisoned MP and Waris Punjab De chief Amritpal Singh has been granted one-day parole by an Amritsar court to attend the funeral of his grandmother, Charan Kaur, on Friday. The 32-year-old has been lodged in Assam's Dibrugarh jail for more than
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Nov 9 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has reiterated his government's emphasis on expanding connectivity across the Brahmaputra, with plans for additional bridges expected to reshape transportation and economic activity in several parts of the state. At a gathering in Lahowal in Dibrugarh, Sarma referred to the proposed bridge connecting Morigaon and Darrang across the Brahmaputra, saying that the project would be planned keeping in mind the importance and requirements of the region. He said infrastructure development should be guided by the needs of the local population and the economic potential of the areas being connected. The BJP government has increasingly projected bridge construction as one of its major development achievements in Assam, particularly in comparison with the infrastructure record of previous Congress governments. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a December 2025 address, said that only three major bridges had been built over the Brahmaputra in the six to seven decades after Independence, while four new mega bridges had been completed during the preceding decade. CM Sarma had earlier claimed that six bridges had been built over the Brahmaputra during the BJP's decade in power, compared with three during the Congress's nearly six decades of rule. He had also said that construction was underway on another six bridges. The major projects associated with the BJP period include the Dhola-Sadiya or Bhupen Hazarika Setu, inaugurated in 2017, and the Bogibeel road-cum-rail bridge, inaugurated in 2018. The second Saraighat bridge was also completed and dedicated to the nation during this period, although construction of some projects had begun under earlier governments. The Dhola-Sadiya bridge provides connectivity between Assam and Arunachal Pradesh, while Bogibeel has strengthened road and railway connectivity between Dibrugarh and Dhemaji. The Centre has also supported a series of new projects. These include the Dhubri-Phulbari bridge, the Gohpur-Numaligarh bridge and the Palashbari-Sualkuchi bridge. The 2018 government announcement listed the first three as proposed projects at different stages of Detailed Project Report preparation. The scale of the proposed expansion is significant for a state where the Brahmaputra divides large geographical areas and affects the movement of people, goods and agricultural produce. However, the comparison between the Congress and BJP periods requires a distinction between bridges completed, projects inaugurated, and construction initiated. Some infrastructure projects inaugurated after 2014 had received approval or begun construction during the previous government. With the BJP government continuing to emphasise infrastructure development, the proposed Morigaon-Darrang connection and other bridge projects could become important additions to Assam's connectivity network. The government is expected to face scrutiny over project timelines, expenditure and completion, even as it presents bridge construction as evidence of a faster pace of development in the Northeast.
Eviction to continue; action against encroachers must: Assam CM
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Nov 9 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has asserted that there will be no relaxation in the state's eviction drives against alleged encroachment, maintaining that the government is acting against illegal occupation irrespective of the religious identity of those affected. Addressing a gathering during his visit to Lahowal in the Dibrugarh district on Monday, the Chief Minister said that eviction operations were not restricted to any particular community and that people from Hindu as well as Muslim communities had faced action. Not only minorities, but Hindus have also been evicted, Sarma said, reiterating his government's position that the exercise was aimed at reclaiming government and protected forest land. His remarks come amid renewed political debate over the state's anti-encroachment campaign following a major eviction operation in Dhubri district on November 1. The district administration launched the drive in Alamganj locality under Gauripur circle to clear approximately 650 bighas, or nearly 215 acres, of allegedly encroached government land. Officials had issued notices to around 700 families occupying nearly 800 bighas. However, the administration excluded approximately 150 bighas from the operation after affected residents approached the court for relief. The latest drive follows large-scale eviction operations in Golaghat, Hojai and Nagaon in October, during which the government claimed to have cleared more than 638 hectares of encroached land, affecting around 1,000 families. Eviction has remained a major political and administrative issue in Assam since the BJP government came to power in 2021. The government maintains that reclaiming forest, government and community land is essential for protecting ecological resources and preventing illegal occupation. However, opposition parties and civil society groups have questioned the humanitarian consequences, rehabilitation arrangements and alleged disproportionate impact on Bengali-speaking Muslim families. The issue is likely to remain politically contentious as the government signals that its land-reclamation campaign will continue. The eviction campaign has also expanded beyond Lower Assam. In October, the administration resumed operations in the Jamuna-Maudanga Reserved Forest in Hojai district, targeting 152 families and seeking to reclaim around 525 bighas. This followed an earlier operation in January, when 1,098 families were evicted, and approximately 700 hectares of land were reclaimed, according to reports. Sarma has repeatedly defended the operations, arguing that the state cannot allow government and forest land to remain under unauthorised occupation. He has also maintained that the campaign is necessary to protect Assam's land and indigenous interests. The opposition, meanwhile, has demanded greater transparency over land ownership claims, due process and rehabilitation of displaced families. The central question surrounding Assam's eviction policy remains whether the government's land-reclamation objectives can be pursued while ensuring adequate legal safeguards and humane treatment of affected residents.
Dibrugarh OIL blast: 2 injured workers die, toll rises to 3
Assam OIL facility explosion: Death toll rises to two, 3 critical
In a devastating explosion at the Intermediate Tank Farm of Oil India Limited in Dibrugarh, two workers lost their lives, and numerous others were injured while performing maintenance tasks. Among the deceased was Tapas Jyoti Gogoi, who tragically succumbed to severe burns. Those injured received initial care at a nearby medical college but were later transferred to a private hospital, with three still in critical condition as the investigation proceeds.
Death Count In Assam Oil India Fire Rises To 2, 5 Injured Remain Critical
A fire was reported on Friday at the Indirect Bath Heater (IDBH) of the Intermediate Tank Farm (ITF) at Tengakhat in Assam's Dibrugarh
AMCH Dibrugarh Project Technical Support II Recruitment 2026
Assam Medical College, Dibrugarh (AMCH) Recruitment 2026 for the post of Project Technical Support II (Field Worker) will be conducted through a Walk-in Interview. Eligible candidates can attend the interview on 23 November 2026 at Department of Microbiology, AMCH, Dibrugarh. Candidates should report at 11:00 AM. For complete details, candidates can visit amch-dibrugarh.assam.gov.in.
Fire at Oil India Ltd's intermediate tank farm in Assam's Dibrugarh kills 1
The fire at the Intermediate Tank Farm in Tengakhat erupted around 9.05 am during maintenance work
Guwahati hotel firing: Body of accused handed over to family after autopsy
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Nov 6 (IANS) The body of Ghanakanta Gogoi, the prime accused in the Guwahati hotel firing case that claimed five lives, was handed over to his family following a post-mortem examination at the Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH) in Dibrugarh, officials said on Friday. The autopsy was conducted in the presence of forensic medicine experts from three medical institutions, in keeping with the prescribed procedures for cases involving deaths in police custody. Gogoi, 34, was killed in a police encounter in Assam's Sivasagar district early on Wednesday. Police had claimed that he attempted to escape from custody while being taken to Sivasagar in connection with another case. An AMCH official said the post-mortem was delayed due to the time required to coordinate the presence of forensic experts from three different medical colleges. The examination continued for more than three hours. After the completion of the procedure, the body was brought out of the Forensic Medicine Department and handed over to Gogoi's family at around 7.10 p.m. The family later left for their residence with the body. The encounter occurred in the Gaurisagar area at around 3.10 a.m. on Wednesday. Gogoi had completed seven days in police remand in connection with the hotel firing case and was sent to judicial custody by a local court on Tuesday. Hours later, he was arrested from Guwahati Central Jail in connection with a separate bank fraud case registered in 2024. Gogoi, the leaseholder of Hotel Bilas Inn, was arrested after the October 26 shooting at the hotel in Guwahati's Bora Service area along GS Road. Five members of the Bharali family and a staff member were killed when gunfire erupted at the hotel, while the family's driver sustained injuries. Police alleged that a dispute over the management and use of the property led to the violence. According to police, disagreements had surfaced after Gogoi undertook renovations at the property. A meeting was scheduled on October 26 to settle the dispute, but an argument allegedly turned violent, following which Gogoi opened fire. The Assam Police had formed a six-member Special Investigation Team to probe the killings. The bereaved family had described the attack as premeditated and demanded stringent action against those responsible.
Christians remember the departed on All Souls Day in Dibrugarh
Dibrugarhs Kuki-Zo community celebrates cultural pride with Chavang Kut festival
Dibrugarh job fair offers over 350 opportunities to ex-servicemen
Employment Fair in Dibrugarh Connects 434 Ex-Servicemen with Job Opportunities
An employment fair in Dibrugarh saw participation from 434 ex-servicemen and 32 companies, offering over 350 job vacancies. Employment Fair in Dibrugarh Connects 434 Ex-Servicemen with Job Opportunities
Assam: Rousing response to ESM job fair in Dibrugarh
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 30 (IANS) An Ex-Servicemen (ESM) Job Fair was organised at Dibrugarh in Assam on Friday by the Directorate General Resettlement (DGR), under the Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare (DoESW), Ministry of Defence. The initiative aimed to facilitate meaningful employment opportunities for veterans and connect industry with the experience, skills and leadership of trained Armed Forces personnel transitioning into civilian careers. There was enthusiastic participation from over 434 Ex-Servicemen and 32 leading companies, including multinationals. They offered more than 350 vacancies across diverse sectors. The job fair was inaugurated by Maj Gen Vishal Pathania, General Officer Commanding (GOC), 41 Sub Area, along with Maj Gen SBK Singh, DG DGR, and Brig Saumya Banerjee. Col P K Ghosh (Retd), director, Jalan Industries and Gp Capt Mohanto Panging (Retd) were present as the guests of honour from the corporate side. The senior officers interacted with participating Ex-Servicemen and corporate representatives, gaining insights into emerging employment opportunities, industry expectations and the skills required in the civilian workforce. The interactions highlighted the value of military experience, leadership, discipline and professional expertise in meeting the evolving requirements of the corporate sector, an official said. Among the prominent recruiters at the event were Brahmaputra Cracker and Polymer Ltd, Assam Petro-Chemicals Ltd, Innovision Ltd, Jalan Industries Ltd, Oil India Ltd, ICICI Bank, Dibrugarh University, udChalo, and others. The event provided a common platform for Ex-Servicemen to showcase their technical, managerial, administrative and leadership capabilities, while enabling employers to connect with a skilled, disciplined and experienced talent pool. The initiative reinforced DGRs commitment to facilitating meaningful second-career opportunities for veterans and supporting their transition into the civilian workforce, the official said. DGR continues to facilitate the resettlement of retiring and retired Armed Forces personnel through employment facilitation, skill development, entrepreneurship and industry engagement. Under the guidance of the Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare, such initiatives reaffirm the governments commitment to enabling veterans to transition into meaningful civilian careers with dignity, purpose and continued service to the nation, officials said. DGR encourages corporate organisations and industry associations to strengthen their engagement with Ex-Servicemen and leverage their proven leadership, integrity, discipline and professional expertise. Greater industry participation can help unlock new career pathways for veterans while enabling employers to benefit from this valuable talent pool, the official added. While their training during their military careers provides them with leadership skills, integrity and discipline, officers are now encouraged by the Armed Forces to pursue advanced courses like management and public relations before they retire. This adds to their professional expertise. With a greater number of officers retiring while still in their working ages, such interactions with industry are crucial for their induction in the corporate sector. Companies have acknowledged the value of ESMs within the organisation.
AMCH Technical Coordinator Recruitment 2026
Assam Medical College & Hospital, Dibrugarh (AMCH) has released the official notification for the post of Technical Coordinator. Selection will be carried out through a Walk-in Interview scheduled on 14 November 2026. Candidates should report at 11:00 AM.
Assam: Woman delivers healthy baby girl aboard night bus near Kaziranga
A pregnant woman travelling on a night super bus from Guwahati to Dibrugarh delivered a healthy baby girl near Kaziranga in Assam, as the driver, staff members and passengers came together to assist her during the emergency. The incident took place aboard the night super bus when the woman suddenly went into labour. Driver Babul Barpatra stopped the vehicle by the roadside and arranged blankets and clothes to assist with the delivery. Recounting the incident, Barpatra told ANI,
Assam CM holds key meetings in Dibrugarh on indigenous land rights
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Assam CM reviews land rights, vows faster settlement for indigenous families
Digital Desk | Dibrugarh, Oct 28 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday reviewed land-related grievances of indigenous communities in Upper Assam and assured that the state government would continue its efforts to secure land rights and provide permanent ownership to eligible families. Chairing two meetings at the Chief Ministers Secretariat in Dibrugarh, Sarma discussed land settlement issues affecting tribal communities, including the Moran and Matak communities, and directed officials to address pending cases and facilitate the resolution of public grievances. The meetings focused on complaints related to the Revenue Department, land settlement applications, and unresolved cases under Mission Basundhara 2.0 and 3.0, to be reviewed under Mission Basundhara 4.0. The discussions also covered the allotment of up to 50 bighas of land to tribal families. At a meeting attended by the District Commissioners of Lakhimpur, Dhemaji and Majuli, forest officials and representatives of tribal organisations, the Chief Minister reiterated that protecting tribal land rights and ensuring permanent land ownership remained a priority for the government. Sarma said the government would proactively resolve land-related disputes involving eligible tribal families, according to an official statement. In a separate meeting with representatives of Moran and Matak community organisations, the Chief Minister announced that the guidelines for these communities under Mission Basundhara 4.0 would be uploaded on the portal. He also said selected youths from areas inhabited by the two communities would receive training to help people submit land-related applications online. The government would also consider extending the deadline for premium payments and take steps to resolve land settlement issues within the stipulated timeframe. The meetings assume significance as land ownership and settlement remain key concerns for indigenous communities in Assam, particularly those seeking formal recognition of their land rights and resolution of pending applications. Revenue Minister Keshab Mahanta, Labour Welfare Minister Rameswar Teli, Tribal Affairs (Plains) Minister Ranoj Pegu, Water Resources Minister Sushanta Borgohain, legislators, senior officials, autonomous council functionaries and representatives of various community organisations attended the meetings. Sarma said the government would continue working to address the land-related grievances of indigenous people and ensure that eligible families receive their rightful land ownership.
Dibrugarh University BBA Result 2026 Out - Check 2nd Semester Result Online @ dibru.ac.in
Dibrugarh University has published the result of the B.B.A. 2nd Semester Examination held in June 2026 on 26 October 2026. See the official links, how to check, and which details are not yet available.
Assams Chief Minister Delivers Strong Message Against Constitutional Disrespect at Dibrugarh Rally
Assams CM Himanta Biswa Sarma highlights public support for democracy at a rally in Dibrugarh, addressing issues of constitutional integrity. Assams Chief Minister Delivers Strong Message Against Constitutional Disrespect at Dibrugarh Rally
Assam Assembly complex in Dibrugarh targeted for completion in 30 months
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Oct 14 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday inspected the ongoing construction of the Assam Legislative Assembly complex at Khanikar in Dibrugarh and reviewed the progress of the project, which is expected to be completed within 30 months. The complex, spread across approximately 63 bighas of land, is a key component of the state government's plan to develop Dibrugarh as Assam's second capital. During the inspection, the officials stated Sarma that around 20 per cent of the piling work had been completed and construction of the boundary wall was progressing. He also discussed weather-related challenges with the executing agencies and suggested changes to the building's front elevation and overall architectural design. The construction of the Assam Legislative Assembly complex in Dibrugarh is an important step towards developing the city as the states second capital, the Chief Minister said, reiterating the 30-month completion deadline. According to the master plan, the complex will comprise a three-storey Assembly building, a nine-storey MLA hostel above the ground floor, an auditorium, a secretariat block and barracks. Internal roads, parking facilities and landscaped green spaces are also planned as part of the project. The proposed infrastructure is intended to accommodate legislative proceedings and provide supporting facilities for legislators and officials as Dibrugarh develops its role as the state's second capital. Later, Sarma inspected the Multi-Disciplinary Sports Complex at Khanikar and reviewed concerns regarding the quality and safety of its infrastructure. During the visit, journalists accompanying the Chief Minister pointed out issues related to steep and narrow steps in the spectator galleries, sanitary fittings, swimming pool temperature control, lighting, water-level management and leakage from the indoor stadium's roof. The Chief Minister directed the officials concerned and contractors to address the reported deficiencies and undertake necessary corrective measures. The stadium currently has a seating capacity of around 5,000 spectators, which is proposed to be increased to approximately 35,000. The two inspections formed part of the state government's review of major infrastructure projects in Dibrugarh, with the Assembly complex and sports facilities expected to strengthen the city's administrative and public infrastructure.
Himanta Sarma writes to Andhra CM, seeks probe into Assam students death
Digital Desk | Visakhapatnam, Oct 9 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has written to his Andhra Pradesh counterpart N. Chandrababu Naidu and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, seeking a probe into the death of 21-year-old Himashree Boro, a student from Assam. The dead body of Himashree was found in Srikakulam after she went missing during a train journey on October 6. The young woman, who came to Visakhapatnam for an event, went missing after boarding the Vivek Express and was found dead in Srikakulam. She had reportedly expressed fear about the crowded coach, with her being the only female in the compartment. Government Railway Police (GRP) is probing whether she accidentally fell from the moving train or was pushed. Srikakulam district police have formed a special team along with the GRP to trace the men who were reportedly involved. Her body was found near Boddepalli, between the Amadalavalasa and Ponduru railway stations. The Assam Chief Minister wrote that Himashree, hailing from Kamrup district of Assam, travelled to Visakhapatnam as part of a dance troupe and was returning to Guwahati. She boarded the Dibrugarh Vivek Express at Visakhapatnam. On October 6, her family received a distressing message from her, expressing fear due to the presence of many men around her. Subsequently, she went missing. Her bag was found in the trains S2 coach, and her body was later recovered from a forested area near Malayapuram in Srikakulam district. In view of these circumstances, which raise a serious suspicion of foul play, the incident has caused profound grief and concern in Assam, wrote Himanta Biswa Sarma. He urged both Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to order a thorough, impartial and time-bound inquiry into the entire circumstances, including her boarding of the train, her disappearance, and the recovery of her body, so that the truth may be established. It is imperative that culprits, if any, are identified and brought to book at the earliest, wrote the Assam Chief Minister.
Assam Police bust honey-trap gang, arrest five in extortion case
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Oct 7 (IANS) An Instagram friendship that allegedly turned into an extortion racket has led Assam Police in Jorhat district to arrest five persons, including two women and the alleged female mastermind, in a honey-trapping case, officials said on Wednesday. The case came to light after a private-sector bank manager from Tinsukia lodged a complaint at Jorhat Sadar Police Station. According to Officer-in-Charge Hrishikesh Hazarika, the victim had befriended a woman from Jorhat on Instagram in July, and their online interactions later developed into a personal relationship. On August 14, the woman allegedly asked the bank manager to come to Jorhat. He reportedly arrived at around 1 a.m. and was taken to a rented house in Seoni Ali. According to the complaint, two unidentified men later arrived at the house. The woman allegedly opened the door, after which the intruders reportedly recorded compromising footage and threatened to circulate it on social media and share it with the victim's family. The gang initially demanded Rs 2 lakh, which the victim allegedly paid out of fear. Subsequently, demands for another Rs 1 lakh and Rs 5 lakh were made. Police said the victim paid a total of Rs 3 lakh before approaching the authorities. Acting on the directions of the Senior Superintendent of Police, a special team led by Hrishikesh Hazarika arrested two youths, Sanjib Das and Ankit Paul of Garmur, on October 2. They were produced before a court and remanded to judicial custody in Case No. 338/2026. Further investigation identified Moromi Das Neog as the alleged mastermind. A police team sent to Dibrugarh tracked her down and arrested her based on specific intelligence inputs. Police also arrested another woman, Baby Bora, and her husband, Ankit Bora. Preliminary examination of mobile phones seized from the accused suggests that the gang may have targeted several financially well-off individuals, including businessmen and government and private-sector employees, using a similar modus operandi. Calling it a clear case of honey-trapping, Hrishikesh Hazarika said police are examining digital evidence to identify other possible victims. The investigation is continuing.
CM Vigilance Cell arrests Dibrugarh PWD engineer for Rs 30,000 bribe
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Assam: CM Vigilance Cell arrests Dibrugarh PWD engineer for allegedly accepting bribe
The Chief Minister's (CM) Vigilance Cell conducted a raid at the Public Works Department (PWD) office in Dibrugarh following a complaint regarding an Assistant Executive Engineer of the PWD for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 30,000. During the operation, Assistant Executive Engineer Mridul Baglari was arrested red-handed by CM Vigilance Cell officials while allegedly accepting the first instalment of a Rs 30,000 bribe. Subsequently, officials interrogated him and seized various documents and other materials from the office. Simultaneously, a team of officials searched Assistant Executive Engineer Mridul Baglari's residence and recovered a large amount of cash. It is worth noting that the bribe was linked to the payment of bills for a pending project. The complainant, Rajshekhar Hazarika, stated that he is a Class-1 PWD contractor who had undertaken three or four projects for the department and completed the assigned work. Despite this, the department was not clearing his bills. When...
Assams Dibrugarh Resumes International River Trade After 70 Years With Dhaka Voyage
In Big Move, First International Shipment Flagged Off From Assam's Dibrugarh
This is the first batch of cargo to be shipped from upper Assam's Dibrugarh to a foreign port since India's independence in 1947. The event comes nearly 70 years after the town's river ghat closed.
First international cargo vessel leaves eastern Assam since 1947
Once one of Indias busiest river ports, Dibrugarh eyes greater movement of goods
Assam: Dibrugarh's river trade returns after 70 years, first cargo heads to Bangladesh
Dibrugarh sends first international cargo from Bogibeel to Bangladesh since 1947
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Assam Opens New Trade Chapter as First International Cargo Departs Bogibeel for Bangladesh
A barge carrying 540 metric tons of methanol left Bogibeel Terminal in Dibrugarh for Dhaka, Bangladesh, here today. Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), flagged off the vessel DLB Patkai, pushed by the tug Kushal Konwar from Bogibeel. Assam Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma joined the ceremony virtually. It is [] The post Assam Opens New Trade Chapter as First International Cargo Departs Bogibeel for Bangladesh appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
First cargo vessel leaves Dibrugarh via river route to Bangladesh after Independence
Digital Desk | Dibrugarh (Assam), Oct 5 (IANS) A barge carrying 540 metric tons of methanol left from Bogibeel Terminal here on Monday for Bangladesh's Dhaka, marking the first cargo shipped from upper Assam to a foreign port since India's independence, nearly 70 years after the town's river ghat closed. The methanol, produced by state-owned Assam Petro-Chemicals Ltd. (APCL) at Namrup, is bound for Pangaon Port in Dhaka. The vessel will travel about 768 kilometres down National Waterway-2 on the Brahmaputra River in India to the Indo-Bangladesh border, then continue along the Indo-Bangladesh Protocol Route (IBPR). The vessel will cover a total distance of 1,300 kms from Bogibeel, Dibrugarh to Narayanganj, Dhaka. Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways (MoPSW) Sarbananda Sonowal flagged off the vessel DLB Patkai, pushed by the tug Kushal Konwar, from Bogibeel. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma joined the ceremony virtually. The voyage is being observed as a test of whether the Brahmaputra can serve as a commercially viable freight corridor linking the Northeast to overseas markets. Regular methanol shipments to Bangladesh are planned. The shipment became possible after customs and immigration complexes were set up at Bogibeel and Dhubri recently. Our grandparents grew up hearing the steamer whistle at Dibrugarh Ghat. For 70 years, that whistle fell silent, and the ships stopped coming, Sonowal said. Today, a ship leaves Dibrugarh for the world once again. The river never failed us. What it lacked for decades was the will to revive it. Sarma called it a proud day for Assam. Assam's own product, made in Namrup, is now travelling to an international market on Assam's own river. The Northeast is no longer a frontier. It is India's gateway to the East, he noted. Dibrugarh was once among the busiest river ports in eastern India. Government steamers reached the town from Calcutta, now Kolkata, by 1856. In 1882, the Dibru-Sadiya Railway began operating from the Dibrugarh steamer ghat. By 1913, steamers sailed up the Brahmaputra to the town daily, carrying tea, timber and passengers. The 1947 partition cut that route, forcing Assam's goods to pass through East Pakistan to reach Calcutta. According to the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), cargo on India's national waterways rose from 18 million metric tons in fiscal 2013-14 to 218 million metric tons in 2025-26. More than Rs 68 billion (about $770 million) is being invested in waterways across the Northeast, including development of National Waterway-2, a ship repair facility at Pandu, and last-mile connectivity to Pandu Port. Every ton we move on the river means less fuel burnt and fewer trucks on the highway, Sonowal said. He added that India is working with Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, and Myanmar on regional waterway links.
Jamia Millia Islamia hosts national consultative meet on skilling initiatives in Assams tea gardens
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 29 (IANS) A three-day National Consultative Meet on Understanding Field Access and Skilling Initiatives in Assams Tea Gardens and Sharing/Discussion on Preliminary Findings and Methodology was inaugurated at Mir Anis Hall, Jamia Millia Islamia, an official said on Tuesday. Saima Saeed, Chief Public Relations Officer, JMI, said the meet will conclude on Wednesday. Organised under the ICSSR Longitudinal Research Project titled Empowerment of the Tea Tribes of Assam through Digital and Non-digital Skill Development Programmes, the initiative focuses on tea-garden communities in Dibrugarh and Lakhimpur districts of Assam. It emphasises field access, mapping tea gardens, examining existing skilling initiatives, and developing appropriate training methodologies. The inaugural session began with a Qirat by Md. Inzemamul Haque and Kaushal Kishore welcomed the distinguished guests and participants and presented the traditional Assamese tribal gamocha as a gesture of respect and hospitality. Eminent dignitaries graced the occasion, including Vinoj Abraham, Ministry of Commerce Chair, Centre for Development Studies, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, who delivered the Keynote Address and provided valuable perspectives on skill development, livelihoods, and socio-economic dimensions. The Vice-Chancellor of Jamia Millia Islamia delivered the Presidential Remarks and highlighted the initiative's significance. At the same time, Anita Rastogi, Dean, Faculty of Education, Jamia Millia Islamia, emphasised the importance of integrating academic perspectives, field experiences, and research-based understanding. Quazi Ferdoushi Islam, Project Coordinator, provided an overview of the research project and explained the rationale for organising the meeting. She emphasised the importance of consultation and dialogue in refining methodology and identifying relevant skilling opportunities. The project team includes Islam as Project Coordinator, and Kaushal Kishore, Ahrar Husain, Nivedita Goswami, Sameer Babu, and Zeba Tabassum as Project Directors. The project sites are located in the tea gardens of Assam, specifically in Dibrugarh and Lakhimpur districts. The consultative discussions aim to support mapping and selecting tea-garden sites, while strengthening field-access strategies and training methods for the main study.
First cargo vessel since Independence set to sail abroad from Dibrugarh via Brahmaputra
Two cargo vessels, around 30 years old, have been prepared for the operation, with each vessel carrying 27 containers
Assam govt to hold Sonowal Kachari Council polls in Nov
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 25 (IANS) Elections to the Sonowal Kachari Autonomous Council (SKAC) will be held in November, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Friday, indicating that the polls would be conducted on a party-less basis. Speaking to reporters, Sarma said candidates backed by political parties could contest, but the Election Commission would allot symbols and the polls would formally be conducted without party symbols. He added that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) would allow its candidates to contest the Sonowal Kachari and Mising Autonomous Council elections without formally using party symbols. The Chief Minister said the BJP had followed a similar approach during panchayat elections, which were conducted on a party-less basis. According to him, the objective is to prevent voters and communities at the grassroots level from becoming divided along party lines. Sarma clarified that senior BJP leaders, including MLAs, ministers and other elected representatives, would stay away from campaigning. At the same time, ordinary party workers would be free to participate under election rules. The Assam Cabinet on Thursday decided to hold elections to both the Mising Autonomous Council and the Sonowal Kachari Autonomous Council in November 2026. The Sonowal Kachari Autonomous Council is one of Assams statutory autonomous councils established for the social, economic, educational and cultural development of the concerned Scheduled Tribe community. Political parties have already begun preparations. The Assam Pradesh Congress Committee has constituted a 50-member coordination committee for the Sonowal Kachari council election, covering districts including Dibrugarh, Tinsukia, Dhemaji, Jorhat, Golaghat, Sivasagar and Lakhimpur. The Asom Gana Parishad has also stepped up preparations and said it intends to contest independently. Sarma said the party-less format would keep elections focused on local candidates and community-level issues rather than turning into a direct contest between political parties.
A high-level media delegation from Odisha, currently on an exposure visit to Assam organised by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), Bhubaneswar, under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India, visited the ICMR-National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) in Dibrugarh today. During the visit, the journalists interacted with Dr Suman Kanungo, Director of ICMR-NIHR, [] The post Odisha Media Delegation Visits ICMR-NIHR Dibrugarh, Interacts with Scientists on Landmark Public Health Innovations appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Bridges, tunnels, expressways, rail services making infra-led transformation visible
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 24 (IANS) The transformation of Indias transport network is changing how people and regions connect with one another, a government factsheet showed on Thursday, adding that bridges and tunnels are opening new crossings while expressways and modern rail services are redefining long-distance travel. Bridges are removing long and slow river crossings from everyday travel and turning journeys that once took hours into much shorter trips. The rail-cum-road bridge over the Brahmaputra has transformed connectivity between Dhemaji and Dibrugarh. Journeys that earlier took almost an entire day now take about one to two hours, said the factsheet. The Mumbai Trans Harbour Link provides a direct connection between Mumbai and Navi Mumbai, cutting the journey to about 20 minutes. The Kosi Rail Mahasetu reduced the rail journey between Nirmali and Saraigarh from about eight hours to 30 minutes, while reducing the distance from about 300 km to 22 km. Moreover, the 200-metre Sisseri River Bridge reduced the travel time between Pasighat and Roing by about five hours, strengthening connectivity between Dibang Valley and Siang. Tunnels are taking the shortest route through some of Indias most difficult terrain. The 9.02-km Atal Tunnel bypasses Rohtang Pass and reduces the ManaliSarchu distance by 46 km, providing all-weather connectivity to Lahaul-Spiti. The 9-km Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee Tunnel bypasses difficult terrain and cuts the travel distance by about 30 km and reduces travel time between Jammu and Srinagar by nearly two hours. Sela Tunnel in Arunachal Pradesh, built at an altitude of about 13,000 feet, ensures all-weather connectivity on the strategically important Tezpur-Tawang route. Expressways are changing the pace of inter-city travel through shorter alignments, controlled access and higher speeds. The 82-km DelhiMeerut Expressway reduced travel time between Delhi and Meerut from around two and a half hours to about 50 minutes. The 213-km DelhiDehradun Economic Corridor reduces travel time between Delhi and Dehradun from over six hours to around two and a half hours. The DelhiMumbai greenfield expressway is being developed to reduce travel time between Delhi and Mumbai to about 12 hours from roughly 33 hours. Meanwhile, Vande Bharat Express and India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper are saving crucial time for passengers. The 508-km MumbaiAhmedabad High-Speed Rail Corridor, with an operational speed of 320 kmph, will serve 12 stations. It includes India's first undersea rail tunnel, about 7 km beneath Thane Creek. The first service is targeted for August 2027. Announced in the Union Budget 202627, the seven High-Speed Rail (HSR) Corridors span nearly 4,000 km with an estimated investment of Rs 16 lakh crore, said the factsheet.
IAF Conducts Emergency Airlift from Arunachal Pradesh to Dibrugarh, Saving Two Lives
The Indian Air Force successfully airlifted two critically injured patients from Arunachal Pradesh to Dibrugarh, showcasing rapid humanitarian response. IAF Conducts Emergency Airlift from Arunachal Pradesh to Dibrugarh, Saving Two Lives
Assam Government to Develop Advanced Wildlife Safari and Rescue Center in Dibrugarh
Assam plans a modern wildlife safari and rescue center in Dibrugarh, enhancing conservation efforts and promoting eco-tourism. Assam Government to Develop Advanced Wildlife Safari and Rescue Center in Dibrugarh
Assam to set up state-of-the-art wildlife safari in Dibrugarh
Guwahati, Sep 7 (IANS) The Assam government is set to establish a state-of-the-art Wildlife Safari and Rescue Centre in Dibrugarh district at an estimated cost of Rs 534 crore, with the project aimed at strengthening wildlife conservation, rescue, research and eco-tourism in the state, officials said on Monday. The proposed facility will come up across around 235 hectares of land in the Namdang Reserved Forest under the Tingkhong Assembly constituency. The site is located approximately 20 km from Dibrugarh town and around 30 km from Dibrugarh airport. Assam Forest and Climate Change Minister, Jayanta Malla Baruah, recently reviewed the proposed project during a meeting with senior officials of the Forest Department and other concerned departments. According to officials, the project will be executed by the Assam Public Works Department (PWD) in two phases. The first phase, estimated to cost around Rs 259 crore, will focus on developing dedicated enclosures for major wildlife species, including tigers, rhinoceroses, leopards and bears. The phase will also feature a veterinary hospital and a specialised rescue centre for the treatment, rehabilitation and management of wild animals. The second phase, involving an estimated investment of Rs 275 crore, will focus on exotic species and advanced research facilities. The proposed infrastructure will include enclosures for Asiatic lions, cheetahs, zebras and hippos, besides an advanced research centre. Officials said the proposed centre is expected to emerge as a major wildlife conservation and rescue facility in Upper Assam, while also giving a boost to eco-tourism and creating employment opportunities in the region. The location, with its proximity to Dibrugarh town and the airport, is expected to make the facility easily accessible to tourists and strengthen the scope for developing wildlife tourism in the region. The project is part of the Assam government's broader efforts to expand wildlife conservation infrastructure and develop modern facilities for the rescue, treatment, rehabilitation, research and management of wild animals.
NEET PG 2026: Dibrugarh Administration Issues Advisory for Candidates
Dibrugarh, August 29: The Dibrugarh district administration has issued a public notice to assist candidates appearing for the NEET PG 2026 examination. The notice, released by the District Commissioners Office, urges candidates to pay special attention to the train schedules passing through Lahowal Railway Station on August 30 (Sunday) and plan their travel accordingly. On ... Read more NEET PG 2026: Dibrugarh Administration Issues Advisory for Candidates
Sarbananda Sonowal announces swimming pool and national sports excursion at Dibrugarh University
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Major Drug Bust in Dibrugarh: Police Arrest Notorious Trafficker with 966 Grams of Cannabis
Dibrugarh, August 24: In a significant operation against drug trafficking, police in Dibrugarh, Assam, have apprehended a notorious drug trafficker. The arrest took place late at night in the Jokai Chabbis Ghar area, under the jurisdiction of the Barbaruah police station. The operation was led by CDSP Amit Ranjan Barman from Khowang. During the search, ... Read more Major Drug Bust in Dibrugarh: Police Arrest Notorious Trafficker with 966 Grams of Cannabis
Drug Trafficker Arrested with 966 Grams of Cannabis in Dibrugarh
Dibrugarh, August 24: In a significant operation against drug trafficking, police in Dibrugarh, Assam, have arrested a notorious drug trafficker. The operation took place late at night in the Jokai Chabbis Gharian village under the Barbaruah police station. Led by CDSP Amit Ranjan Barman from Khowang, the police seized 966 grams of suspected cannabis from ... Read more Drug Trafficker Arrested with 966 Grams of Cannabis in Dibrugarh
Assam-Arunachal border firing leaves 11 hurt, both states rush to defuse tension
Eleven people were injured in a firing incident along the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border. District administrations intervened and resolved the situation by Monday evening. Four injured individuals are recovering and out of danger at a Dibrugarh hospital. Officials stated the firing occurred due to a land encroachment and ownership dispute. Both states are committed to finding an amicable solution to border issues.
18 Injured, 4 Critical in Firing Over Land Dispute on Assam-Arunachal Border
The injured were taken to hospitals for treatment, with four in critical condition being shifted to Dibrugarh Medical College and Hospital, security sources said.
Assam flood: Government releases first tranche of 75,000 interim relief to affected households
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who is touring the worst-affected districts, released the first tranche of interim relief from Dibrugarh
Assam Chief Minister Transfers 112 Crore to Flood-Affected Families
Dibrugarh, August 3: Assam Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a significant relief initiative on Monday at the Chief Ministers Secretariat in Dibrugarh. Approximately 75,000 families from the flood-affected districts of Sivasagar, Charaideo, Jorhat, and Golaghat will receive direct financial assistance totaling 112 crore through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) scheme. Each beneficiary family ... Read more Assam Chief Minister Transfers 112 Crore to Flood-Affected Families
Over 57,000 Affected by Floods in Assam, One Fatality Reported
Guwahati, July 20: The flood situation in Assam has worsened, affecting over 57,000 people across eight districts. Tragically, one individual has lost their life in Sivasagar, bringing the total flood-related fatalities in the state this year to five. According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), the districts impacted include Dhemaji, Dibrugarh, Charaideo, Tinsukia, ... Read more Over 57,000 Affected by Floods in Assam, One Fatality Reported
