Dibrugarh district admin gears up for Republic Day celebrations
HT Correspondent DIBRUGARH, Jan 21: The Dibrugarh district admin has beefed up security in view of the ensuing Republic Day celebrations. Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma would hoist the national flag at Khanikar playground in Dibrugarh on Republic Day. The Dibrugarh district administration has also been renovating important places for the mega event. We []
Dibrugarh DC orders removal of parked vehicles along major roads
Assam: Three arrested with animal skin in Tinsukia
Dibrugarh: In a joint operation conducted by the Doomdooma Forest Division and the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau in Tinsukia, Assam three individuals were arrested with animal skins. The seized items included the skins of a pangolin, a leopard and the antlers of a sambar deer. It was reported that pangolin scales were also recovered. The [] The post Assam: Three arrested with animal skin in Tinsukia appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam: 12more rat-hole mines destroyed in Tinsukia
Dibrugarh: The Tinsukia district administration and Assam Police on Tuesday destroyedat least 12 more illegal rat-hole mines in the district. The joint operation was carried out by a team of district officials, police, and officials from North Eastern Coalfields (NEC). The operation, which took place in the Ledo, Tirap, Tikak, and Namdang collieries, saw the [] The post Assam: 12more rat-hole mines destroyed in Tinsukia appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam: Two leopard cubs rescued in Dibrugarh
Dibrugarh: Two leopard cubs, estimated to be around three to four weeks old, were discovered abandoned in New Bochapathar village of Dibrugarh, Assam on Monday morning. The cubs were found lying in a shallow canal amidst tea bushes by estate workers. Forest officials, who were immediately notified, arrived on the scene and established a safe [] The post Assam: Two leopard cubs rescued in Dibrugarh appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam: Two leopard cubs found abandoned in Dibrugarh
Dibrugarh: Two leopard cubs were found abandoned at New Bochapathar village under the Dikom police outpost in Dibrugarh, Assam on Monday morning. The cubs, estimated to be between three and four weeks old, were spotted lying in a shallow canal amid tea bushes by estate workers during their morning rounds. The cubs appear to be [] The post Assam: Two leopard cubs found abandoned in Dibrugarh appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Police seize 4000 litres of stolen condensate oil in Dibrugarh
Assam: Rat hole mines to be shut in one week, says DGP
Dibrugarh: DGP GP Singh on Sunday said that all rat hole mining operations in Assam will be shut down within seven days. The police chief made the announcement following a security review meeting held in Dibrugarh on Sunday. The DGP told the media that The Assam Chief Minister directed him to take immediate action against [] The post Assam: Rat hole mines to be shut in one week, says DGP appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam: 13 illegal rat-hole mines sealed in Tinsukia district
Dibrugarh: A joint operation by authorities led to the sealing of 13 illegal rat-hole mines and the seizure of excavators at Bittu Pahar of Namdang colliery in eastern Assams Tinsukia district on Saturday. The operation, which began at 8:30 a.m, involved officials from various agencies, including Executive Magistrate of Margherita co-district, Pritom Gogoi, Tinsukia Superintendent [] The post Assam: 13 illegal rat-hole mines sealed in Tinsukia district appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Republic Day: Assam Governor to unfurl national flag in Guwahati, CM in Dibrugarh
Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya will unfurl the national flag in Guwahati for Republic Day, while Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma will do so in Dibrugarh. Sarma has directed officials to ensure adequate arrangements for the celebrations across newly created Co-districts, with a focus on cleanliness drives and necessary preparations for parade and march past.
70 street plays held in Dibrugarh to spread awareness on disaster preparedness
Assam: AASU protests non-functional of Dibrugarh model hospital
Dibrugarh: The All Assam Students Union (AASU) staged a protest on Friday in front of the Lezai-Kalakhowa Mahatma Gandhi Model Hospital in Dibrugarh, demanding the resumption of emergency services. Protesters voiced their discontent with the governments failure to ensure essential healthcare at the hospital, highlighting the critical lack of emergency services. Despite serving 58 villages [] The post Assam: AASU protests non-functional of Dibrugarh model hospital appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Protesters demand justice for 22-year-old victim outside Lahowal police station
HT Correspondent DIBRUGARH, Jan 16: Hundreds of people fromthe tea tribe community on Thursday gheraoed Lahowal police station in Dibrugarh to protest against the alleged brutal rape and murder of a 22-year-old girl. The protesters demanded the immediate arrest of the accused. According to reports, on January 13, the dead body of the 22-year-old girl []
Assam: Massive protest in Dibrugarh over rape, murder of girl
Guwahati: Hundreds of protesters from the tea tribe community gheraoed (surrounded and blocked) the Lahowal police station in Dibrugarh, Assam on Thursday, demanding justice for the alleged rape and murder of a 22-year-old girl. The protesters demanded immediate arrest of the accused. According to reports, on January 13, the dead body of the 22-year-old girl [] The post Assam: Massive protest in Dibrugarh over rape, murder of girl appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Shiromani Akali Dal (Waris Punjab De): Jailed MP Amritpal Singhs political party launched
CHANDIGARH: A new player has entered the political scene in Punjab: Shiromani Akali Dal (Waris Punjab De), led by pro-Khalistani leader and Member of Parliament from Khadoor Sahib, Amritpal Singh. The formal announcement was made today at the Maghi Mela in Muktsar. The party aims to capture the Panthic space once dominated by the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), which is now facing an existential crisis. While Amritpal Singh, is currently lodged in Central Jail at Dibrugarh in Assam under the stringent National Security Act (NSA), his father, Tarsem Singh, attended the first political conference at Muktsar. Also present was Sarabjit Singh Khalsa, a Member of Parliament from Faridkot and the eldest son of Beant Singh, one of the assassins of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. A five-member committee has been formed to run the party until a new president is elected. The members are Tarsem Singh, Sarbjit Khalsa, Amardeep Singh, Harbhajan Singh, and Surjit Singh. This committee will hold elections for the central committee within the next three months, and the party president will be elected on April 13. It will also establish the framework for the party. The party plans to provide assistance to the families of martyrs, farmers, labourers, and working-class individuals and has promised support to Sikhs and others worldwide. While making the announcement, Tarsem Singh, father of Amritpal Singh, said that Amritpal Singh will serve as the president and that they have also launched the membership drive for the party from today. Let us come together to save Punjab and protect the Panth (community). Anyone can join the party and become a member by filling out the form, he said. He shared that the party had sent three names to the Election Commission, out of which this name has been approved. A declaration read out at the political conference stated, This party is established to address the pressing need for a new political force in Punjab a necessity that has been strongly felt. At present Punjab is grappling with severe crises. The public of the state especially the youth are facing challenges like drug addiction, unemployment, inadequate education, corruption, moral decline, both water and air pollution, lack of health care and other crises. Once Punjab thrived on the legacy of the gurus is now plagued by divisions of caste, communal discord and discrimination besides declining social and cultural values. In these challenging times, Shiromani Akali Dal (Waris Punjab De) aims to create a transformative vision for Punjab, the statement further said. The new party will first prepare to contest the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) elections before deciding on entering the assembly race.
Assam vocalist Rajeev Sadia passes away after on-stage collapse
Guwahati: Assamese vocalist Rajeev Sadia, known for his contributions to Assams cultural heritage, passed away after collapsing on stage during a live performance in Phillobari, Tinsukia on January 13. Despite being rushed to the Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH) in Dibrugarh, he could not be saved and took his last breath on Monday afternoon. [] The post Assam vocalist Rajeev Sadia passes away after on-stage collapse appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Dibrugarh launches Project Safe Stay to modernise hospitality sector
Assam: Illegal rat-hole mining continues in Ledo despite NGT ban
Dibrugarh: Despite the National Green Tribunal (NGT) banning rat-hole mining, the illegal practice continues unabated in the Margherita-Ledo area of eastern Assams Tinsukia district. The recent tragic collapse of a rat-hole mine in Dima Hasao should have served as a stark warning, but it appears no lessons have been learned. Sources indicate that illegal mining [] The post Assam: Illegal rat-hole mining continues in Ledo despite NGT ban appeared first on NorthEast Now .
10-month-old detected with HMPV: Officials
DIBRUGARH, Jan 11: A 10-month-old child has been detected with the human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infection, the first such case this season in Assam, officials said on Saturday. The child is undergoing treatment at Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH) in Dibrugarh and is stable now, they said. AMCH superintendent Dr Dhrubajyoti Bhuyan said the child []
HMPV near home as Assam reports case
By Our Reporter SHILLONG/Dibrugarh, Jan 11: In what may spell trouble for Meghalaya and the Northeastern region, a 10-month-old child has been detected with the human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infection, the first such case this season in Assam. The child is undergoing treatment at Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH) in Dibrugarh and is stable now, [] The post HMPV near home as Assam reports case appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Hundreds join bike rally in Dibrugarh to promote road safety
Assam reports 1st HMPV case in 10-month-old
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Jan 11: Assam has reported its first case of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) infection this season, with a 10-month-old child testing positive for the virus, a press release said on Saturday. The infant, who was admitted to the Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH) in Dibrugarh with cold-related symptoms, is currently undergoing treatment []
Assam reports first HMPV case of the season, India records over 10 cases so far
A 10-month-old child in Assam has been diagnosed with human metapneumovirus (HMPV), the first case this season. The child is undergoing treatment at Assam Medical College and Hospital, Dibrugarh, and is stable. Health officials indicate no serious threat, noting such infections are common and typically mild.
10-month-old detected with HMPV, first case this season in Assam: Officials
DIBRUGARH: A 10-month-old child has been detected with the human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infection, the first such case this season in Assam, officials said on Saturday. The child is undergoing treatment at Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH) in Dibrugarh and is stable now, they said. AMCH Superintendent Dr Dhrubajyoti Bhuyan said the child was admitted to the state-run hospital with cold-related symptoms four days ago. The HMPV infection was confirmed yesterday after we got test results from Lahowal-based ICMR-RMRC, the hospital superintendent said. Bhuyan said that samples are sent to the Indian Council of Medical Research for tests in influenza and flu-related cases as a routine practice. It was a routine test during which the HMPV infection was detected. The child is stable now. It is a common virus and there is nothing to worry about, he said. All about HMPV ICMR- Regional Medical Research Centre, NE, Lahowal (Dibrugarh) Senior Scientist Dr Biswajit Borkakoty said, Since 2014, we have detected 110 HMPV cases in Dibrugarh district. This is the first case this season. Every year it is detected, and nothing is new. We have got the sample from AMCH and this has been found positive for HMPV. Human metapneumovirus is one of the many respiratory viruses that can cause infections in people of all ages, particularly during the winter and early spring months. The virus infection is usually a mild and self-limiting condition and most such patients recover on their own. WHO says no unusual outbreak pattern of HMPV cases in China
Infant detected with HMPV, first case in Assam: Officials
Dibrugarh: A 10-month-old child has been detected with the human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infection, the first such case this season in Assam, officials said on Saturday. The child is undergoing treatment at Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH) in Dibrugarh and is stable now, they said. AMCH Superintendent Dr Dhrubajyoti Bhuyan said the child was admitted Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
10-Month-Old Diagnosed with HMPV, First Case Reported in Assam
A 10-month-old child has been diagnosed with the human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infection, marking the first case of the season in Assam, officials reported on Saturday. The child, who was admitted to Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH) in Dibrugarh with cold-related symptoms four days ago, is now stable, according to hospital officials. AMCH Superintendent Dr. Dhrubajyoti Bhuyan confirmed that the infection was identified after receiving test results from the Lahowal-based ICMR-RMRC. It was a routine test during which the HMPV infection was detected. The child is stable now. It is a common virus, and there is no cause for concern, he said. Dr. Bhuyan explained that samples are routinely sent to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) for testing in cases related to influenza and flu-like symptoms. Dr. Biswajit Borkakoty, Senior Scientist at the ICMR-Regional Medical Research Centre (NE), Lahowal, stated, Since 2014, we have detected 110 HMPV cases in Dibrugarh district. This is the first case this season, and we see such cases every year. The sample from AMCH has tested positive for HMPV. Human metapneumovirus is a respiratory virus that can cause infections in people of all ages, particularly during the winter and early spring months. In most cases, the infection is mild and self-limiting, with patients typically recovering on their own.
10-month-old infected with HMPV, 1st case this season in Assam
A ten-month-old infant in Dibrugarh, Assam has been diagnosed with human metapneumovirus (HMPV), the first case of the season. The child, currently in stable condition, is being treated at Assam Medical College and Hospital. HMPV commonly causes respiratory infections and is regularly detected annually.
10-Month-Old Child Tests Positive For HMPV In Dibrugarh, First Case In Assam In 2025
A 10-month-old child was admitted to AMCH, Dibrugarh where the case was identified during routine HMPV screening, officials said on Saturday.
Assam: HMPV detected in 10-months-old child in Dibrugarh
Dibrugarh: A 10-month-old child was detected with Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) and admitted at Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH) in Dibrugarh. AMCH superintendent Dhrubajyoti Bhuyan said, Four days ago, the child was admitted at AMCH for the common cold issue. Yesterday, the child was detected with the virus after a test from Lahowal ICMR-RMRC. Since [] The post Assam: HMPV detected in 10-months-old child in Dibrugarh appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Ashok Singhal reviews health meeting for four upper Assam districts
DIBRUGARH, Jan 10: Assam Health and Family Welfare Minister Ashok Singhal on Friday held a meeting with the health officials of four districts of upper Assam at the Dibrugarh DC conference hall. Singhal took stock of the health infrastructure and overall health of the people of the four districts. Health officials from Dibrugarh, Tinsukia, Charaideo, []
Assam: ONGC adds 65 new ambulances in state
Dibrugarh: In a major step towards enhancing safety and emergency response, Oil and Natural Gas Corporation said that its ONGC Assam Asset added 65 new ambulances to its fleet. The ambulances were flagged off today by ED-Asset Manager, Bhaskar Chowdary Nettem at ONGCs Logistics Department in Sivasagar. The event was graced by the presence of [] The post Assam: ONGC adds 65 new ambulances in state appeared first on NorthEast Now .
BJP strategizes for Gaon Panchayat elections in Assam
Dibrugarh: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) held its first meeting on Thursday to strategize for the upcoming Gaon Panchayat elections. Party workers and representatives from three Lok Sabha seats-Dibrugarh, Jorhat, and Lakhimpur-gathered for the meeting chaired by BJP state president Bhabesh Kalita. Also Read: Assam: BJP candidates elected Rajya Sabha elections unopposed Kalita emphasized that [] The post BJP strategizes for Gaon Panchayat elections in Assam appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Arunachal: Heavy gunbattle erupts between security forces and NSCN(K-YA) in Changlang
Dibrugarh: A heavy gun battle erupted between security forces and NSCN(K-YA) militants at Longka village in Arunachal Pradeshs Changlang district on Thursday morning. The encounter began around 9:30 AM. Security forces had launched a massive search operation in the area following the abduction of two workers from an illegal timber camp in Longvi village on [] The post Arunachal: Heavy gunbattle erupts between security forces and NSCN(K-YA) in Changlang appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam: Four leopard cubs rescued in Dibrugarh, sent to CWRC
Guwahati: Four leopard cubs, around four weeks old, were found abandoned in a garden at Sasoni Bhokot village in Assams Dibrugarh district on Tuesday morning. The cubs were discovered in a secluded area of the garden belonging to local farmer Pramod Mahanta, attracting attention from curious onlookers. Upon receiving the alert, the forest department quickly [] The post Assam: Four leopard cubs rescued in Dibrugarh, sent to CWRC appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Dibrugarh DC promulgates order on animal slaughter
JORHAT, Jan 7: The Jorhat district administration has made it compulsory for livestock to be sold only after it is slaughtered in a government approved or private licensed slaughterhouse and bears the health mark/stamp by a veterinary doctor stating that the animal is fit for human consumption and Passed stamp from the slaughter house. The []
Four abandoned leopard cubs rescued in Dibrugarh village
Renowned classical musician Mala Dey passes away
HT Correspondent DIBRUGARH, Jan 6: Mala Dey, a renowned classical music artist and a pioneer in the cultural world of Dibrugarh, passed away on Sunday at the age of 81 due to age-related ailments. She was a resident of Shantipara Bashbari, Dibrugarh. Dey was born to Shashanka Shekhar Sarkar and Suhasini Sarkar in Guwahati on []
HT Correspondent DEMOW, Jan 5: Biswajyoti (Akoni) Dutta (45), son of Ranu Dutta, and a resident of Sukanpukhuri near Demow passed away in a private hospital in Dibrugarh on Sunday. Biswajyoti Dutta was the former president of the Demow Regional Student Union and former organizational secretary of Sivasagar District Students Union. Dutta was suffering from []
Constable dies in accidental firing from AK-47 in Assam
DIBRUGARH: A police constable lost his life on Sunday after being accidentally shot with his service AK-74 rifle in Dibrugarh district of Assam, officials said. The deceased accidentally pulled the trigger while cleaning his service weapon and a bullet pierced his chest before hitting a television at his house. He was immediately rushed to the Assam Medical College and Hospital, but he succumbed to his injuries, he added. The constable has been identified as Madhab Chutia who was serving as the PSO to the Additional Superintendent of Police in Dibrugarh.
Ulfa-I's Republic Day terror plot foiled, 3 held
Police in Dibrugarh foiled a terrorist attack planned by Ulfa-I on Oil India Limited installations during Republic Day celebrations by arresting three operatives and seizing explosives and weapons. Raids led to the arrests of Bitupan Gogoi, Bolin Gogoi, and Bharat Hazarika, as well as the recovery of a pistol, ammunition, an IED, phones, and cash.
Amritpal Singh, Jailed Pro-Khalistan Punjab MP, To Launch Political Party On January 14
Amritpal Singh is lodged in Assam's Dibrugarh jail under the NSA. He won the Lok Sabha Elections as an Independent candidate from Khadoor Sahib.
HT Correspondent DIBRUGARH, Jan 1: A road mishap killed one and left several injured at Laluka Gaon in Dibrugarh on Tuesday night. Reportedly a car hit a motorcycle after the people in the car had consumed alcohol alongwith the driver itself. The two persons were on the motorcycle and were heading home, when a car []
Sarbananda Sonowal celebrates New Year with children, highlights indias development milestones
HT Bureau DIBRUGARH, Jan 1: The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, marked the beginning of 2025 by celebrating New Years Day with children at the Prerana Shishu Griha in Dibrugarh on Wednesday. Spending time with the children, the Member of Parliament for Dibrugarh, Sarbananda Sonowal said, The pure and innocent smile []
Huge cache of weapons recovered in Arunachals Changlang
HT Correspondent DIBRUGARH, Dec 28: Security forces recoveredhuge cache of weapons near MS 27 along Miao-Vijaynagar axis in Arunachal Pradeshs Changlang district. The joint operation was carried out under Spear Corpsby Assam Rifles, Army and local police involved extensive search efforts by specialized teams, supported by advanced technology such as high technology drones, tracker dogs []
Two NSCN(IM) cadres nabbed in joint operation in Arunachal Pradesh
DIBRUGARH, Dec 26: In a joint operation, two NSCN (IM) cadres were apprehended from Rima area in Arunachal Pradeshs Changlang district on Thursday. The cadres have been identified as SS Lt. Roney Rai alias Tutu (31), resident of Jairampur, Changlang and SS Sgt Major Anong Singpho (30 ), resident of Pengri, Tinsukia. One .32 pistol []
Veer Bal Diwas is a living stream of Inspiration: Sarbananda Sonowal
HT Correspondent DIBRUGARH, Dec 26: On the solemn occasion of Veer Bal Diwas, Union minister Sarbananda Sonowal paid heartfelt tributes on Thursday to the unparalleled courage and sacrifice of Sahibzada Zorawar Singh ji, Sahibzada Fateh Singh ji and the sons of Guru Gobind Singh ji. Attending the event in Dibrugarh, Sonowal expressed his gratitude for []
Woman stabbed at Guwahatis Last Gate; attacker detained
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Dec 26: In a shocking incident that unfolded in broad daylight at Naharani Path, Last Gate in Guwahati, a young man brutally stabbed a woman and fled the scene, leaving bystanders in panic, a press release said on Thursday. The victim, identified as Mousumi Gogoi, a health department employee from Dibrugarh, was []
Second-year MBBS student dies by suicide at AIIMS-Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar: A second-year MBBS student allegedly died by suicide at AIIMS-Bhubaneswar, police said on Thursday. The body of Ratnesh Kumar Mishra (21), a resident of Dibrugarh in Assam, was found hanging from the ceiling fan in his hostel room on Wednesday, they said. Police suspect that financial crisis in his family led Mishra to take Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Christmas spirit grips Dibrugarh
HT Correspondent DIBRUGARH, Dec 24: The Christian community in Dibrugarh is bracing up to celebrate the big day symbolising the birth of Jesus Christ. The Catholic Church at Khalihamari is one of the oldest churches of the Northeast which was constructed in 1931 and has been exquisitely decorated with colourful flickering lights, stars and illuminated []
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Pledges Continued Development, Empowerment During Dibrugarh Campaign
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reaffirmed the government's commitment to uplifting living standards and empowering every citizen of Assam to enable them to lead a life of dignity and self-reliance. Speaking on the final day of the 12-day development campaign in Dibrugarh on Monday Chief Minister Sarma said that the state government has been working very dedicatedly to bring about all-round development of the people of the state belonging to every strata of the society.
Assam CM reviews road safety measures, charts future course
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Dec 24: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma convened a crucial review meeting on road safety in Dibrugarh, where he outlined the states achievements in reducing road accidents and fatalities and set the course for an intensified safety drive, the Chief Minister announced on Tuesday. While Assam has become the only major []
Assam Cabinet declares 2025: Year of Reading, skill centre, and more
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Dec 24: In a pivotal meeting held at Chief Ministers Secretariat in Dibrugarh, the Assam Cabinet made significant announcements aimed at fostering transparency, promoting literacy, enhancing employment opportunities, and acknowledging grassroots governance, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Tuesday. In the meeting, an internal review revealed that 683 government employees availed []
Meet man who developed messaging app, sold it for Rs 416 crore, not from IIT, IIM, he is...
Kishan, originally from Dibrugarh in Assam, developed a messaging app called Texts.com. This app provides a platform to manage all your favourite messaging applications.
91 Indian districts at high drought risk, 51 at high flood risk: Report
NEW DELHI: Indias 91 districts face high risks of drought, 51 districts are at high flood risks and 11 face very high risks of both, a new report released by the Department of science and technology says, emphasising the need for immediate interventions to address challenges posed by climate change. The report, titled District-Level Climate Risk Assessment for India: Mapping Flood and Drought Risks Using IPCC Framework, has mapped Indias districts to assess climate vulnerability. The profiling of hazard-specific risks of districts will enable state governments to prepare proactively and allocate resources, staff and design programmes, fostering resilience in districts most affected by floods and droughts, the report says. Besides DST, the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation funded the study to address climate change challenges. The study was carried out by the Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati in collaboration with IIT Mandi and the Centre for Study of Science, Technology and Policy (CSTEP), Bengaluru. According to the study, about 85% of the districts of Assam, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Gujarat, Odisha, and Jammu and Kashmir are in the very high flood risk category. Fifty-one districts face very high flood risk and 118 come under high risk category. More than 85% of the districts in the very high drought risk category belong to Bihar, Assam, Jharkhand, Odisha, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Chhattisgarh, Kerala, Uttarakhand, and Haryana. Ninety-one districts facing very high drought risk, and 188 districts facing high drought risk predominantly belong to Bihar, Jharkhand, Assam, Odisha and Maharashtra. Eleven districts facing both very high flood and drought risks include Patna (Bihar); Alappuzha (Kerala); Charaideo, Dibrugarh, Sibsagar, South Salmara-Mankachar and Golaghat (Assam); Kendrapara (Odisha); and Murshidabad, Nadia, and Uttar Dinajpur (West Bengal). Now challenge is to translate these findings into on-ground actions as essentials, and insights must reach every stakeholder at national and state levels, said Anita Gupta, head of scientific division, DST.
Assam: CBI files charge sheet in online trading scam
New Delhi: The CBI has filed a charge sheet against Ranjit Kakoty of tradingfx for alleged swindling of Rs 260 crore belonging to 1.5 lakh investors in one of the 41 cases pertaining to online trading scams in Assam, officials said Friday. Kakoty, who is under judicial custody, allegedly deceived investors through misleading plan documents, false promises, and other fraudulent practices to misappropriate their hard-earned money for personal enrichment, the agency said. The CBI used advanced forensic tools to identify the majority of the investors who were victims of the fraudulent scheme perpetrated by the accused through the online platform www.tradingfx.live, the agency said in a statement. This is one of the 41 Assam investment scam cases being investigated by the CBI on the request of the state government, it said. Kakoty was earlier booked by the Dibrugarh police regarding allegations that he and his associates had promised a three-fold return to gullible investors within a period of 18 months of their investments under TradingFX, they said. He later stopped returning the promised funds and became unresponsive, the FIR alleged. Since taking over investigation of the Assam Investment Scam cases, the CBI has accelerated its probe, conducting fresh searches across 93 locations in five states/UT. These searches have led to the seizure of mobile phones, desktops, hard drives, and laptops. During the investigation, the CBI has successfully traced databases containing details of depositors who were deceived into investing in these unregulated deposit schemes, the CBI said in the statement. The CBI had also filed a charge sheet in another case of online trading scam from Dibrugarh on Thursday against Bishal Phukan, Abhijit Chanda, actor Sumi Bora, and Tapon alias Tarkik Bora, the officials said. It is alleged that the accused were involved in orchestrating an illegal deposit scheme that solicited funds from investors under false pretence. They used deceptive means, including notarised stamp papers and falsified investment reports, to lure investors with the promise of guaranteed 30 per cent returns. They cheated the investors and misappropriated the deposits for their personal gains, the agency said in a statement.
Dibrugarh Investment Scam: CBI files chargesheet against accused Ranjit Kakoty in another case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed charges against multiple individuals, including Ranjit Kakoty, involved in various Assam Investment Scam cases totaling Rs 260 crore, affecting 1.5 lakh investors. The probe involves sophisticated forensic tools, leading to arrests, searches, and charges against fraudsters involved in illegal investment schemes.
CBI files chargesheet against four accused in Dibrugarh Investment Scam Case
According to an official release, this is one of the Assam Investment Scam cases which are being investigated by the CBI at the request of the Government of Assam. The instant case was earlier registered by Police Station -Dibrugarh, Assam dated September 2 against Bishal Phukan on allegations that he is engaging in a financial scam in contravention of RBI/SEBI guidelines.
Assam: Four killed as car falls from under-construction culvert
Tinsukia: At least four people, including a five-year-old child were killed when the car they were travelling fell from an under-construction culvert in Assam's Tinsukia district on Tuesday, police said. The car carrying six members of a family fell from the under-construction culvert near Dihingia Gaon on the Tinsukia-Dibrugarh bypass at around 4 am, an official told PTI. Four of the six passengers, including a 5-year-old child, died on the spot. The two others sustained critical injuries and were rushed to Assam Medical College and Hospital in Dibrugarh for immediate treatment, he added. The family, hailing from Bihar, was coming from Dibrugarh to attend a wedding in Tinsukia when the accident occurred. The deceased has been identified as Mohan Shah, Rajesh Gupta, Montu Shah and child Arthav Gupta. We believe that the incident took place due to poor visibility of the road on account of dense fog and absence of proper signage, the police officer said. Local residents have expressed concern about the incomplete state of the bypass, particularly the unfinished culvert.
Four killed as car falls from under-construction culvert in Assam
TINSUKIA: At least four people, including a five-year-old child were killed when the car they were travelling fell from an under-construction culvert in Assam's Tinsukia district on Tuesday, police said. The car carrying six members of a family fell from the under-construction culvert near Dihingia Gaon on the Tinsukia-Dibrugarh bypass at around 4 am, an official told PTI. Four of the six passengers, including a 5-year-old child, died on the spot. The two others sustained critical injuries and were rushed to Assam Medical College and Hospital in Dibrugarh for immediate treatment, he added. The family, hailing from Bihar, was coming from Dibrugarh to attend a wedding in Tinsukia when the accident occurred. The deceased has been identified as Mohan Shah, Rajesh Gupta, Montu Shah and child Arthav Gupta. We believe that the incident took place due to poor visibility of the road on account of dense fog and absence of proper signage, the police officer said. Local residents have expressed concern about the incomplete state of the bypass, particularly the unfinished culvert.
12-hour bandh called for ST status affects life in Assam's Dibrugarh, Tinsukia
DIBRUGARH/TINSUKIA: A 12-hour bandh in Assam's Dibrugarh and Tinsukia districts called by Moran and Motok organisations demanding ST status for the two communities has brought life to a standstill on Monday, with all business establishments, offices and other institutions remaining closed. Thousands of agitators blocked the main roads in Dibrugarh and Tinsukia towns and stopped vehicular movement along the national highways despite the district administrations promulgating prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) in entire districts. Protesters came out in large numbers to impose the 12-hour bandh from 5 am called by All Moran Students' Union (AMSU) and All Assam Motok Yuva Chatra Sanmilan (AAMYCS) defying district administrations' orders issued on Sunday night, prohibiting any forceful bandh call, road blockage, picketing, burning of tyres and carrying of inflammable items. Tyres were burnt on roads blockaded by the bandh supporters in various places in the two Upper Assam districts, with police opening two rounds in the air to disperse bandh supporters on Makum-Tinsukia bypass, an official said. So far, we have not detained anyone. People have hit the streets in thousands at various places. We are trying to clear the highways and local roads, he added. All shops, business establishments, offices, banks and other institutions remained closed, while some witnessed thin attendance. Bandh supporters, however, exempted school buses, vehicles carrying students to attend examinations, and those of the emergency services from the purview of the shutdown. Assam's Moran, Motok, Chutia, Tai-Ahom, Koch-Rajbongshi and Tea-Tribes communities have been demanding ST status for many years, with several senior BJP leaders and state ministers regularly offering assurances of granting the reservations. AMSU and AAMYCS have been protesting Union Tribal Affairs Minister Jual Oram's reported comment that the government has not taken any formal step to grant ST status to the six communities. Although the 12-hour bandh was called by the two organisations, several other groups of the remaining four communities seeking ST status also extended support to the agitational programmes. AMSU president Pulendra Moran said the movement will intensify in coming days until their demands were met by the government. We have been fooled by the BJP government many times. Now, we will not listen to any of their assurances. We need sincere actions only, he added.
Tinsukia bans protests over ST status delay
Tinsukia district administration imposed a ban on protests and demonstrations on Sunday, hours after two prominent student organisations, the All Moran Students' Union (AMSU) and All Assam Mottock Yuba Chatra Sanmilan (AAMYCS), announced a 12-hour bandh in Tinsukia and Dibrugarh for Monday. The bandh was called to protest the delay in granting Scheduled Tribe (ST) status to the Moran and Mottock communities. District Commissioner Swapneel Paul issued the prohibitory order, which banned bandhs, picketing, effigy burning, and road blockades throughout the district. Forceful bandhs by self-styled organisations cannot be allowed as they directly impact the fundamental rights of citizens under Articles 19 and 21 of the Constitution, stated Paul in the official order. The administration highlighted the economic losses caused by such protests, citing disruptions to business transactions, essential services, and public transport. Violators of the order face prosecution under Section 223 of the BNS, 2022. The order remains in effect until further notice or modification. It also clarified that holidays are only observed on specified days as per government notifications or under the Negotiable Instruments Act. Despite the ban, AMSU General Secretary Joykanta Moran vowed to go ahead with the bandh. We will proceed as planned, he told reporters. This followed the AMSU's continued protests, including burning effigies of Prime Minister Modi, Union Minister Jual Oram, and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in various parts of Tinsukia, escalating tensions with the authorities.
IndiGo Expands Winter Schedule with Eight New Flights, Boosts Frequency to Bangkok
IndiGo has unveiled its expanded winter schedule, launching eight new flights and resuming operations on several key routes, aiming to improve connectivity to East and North-East India. Starting from October 29, 2024, the airline will introduce flights between Agartala and Dibrugarh, operating three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. This new service will enhance travel options between the two cities in the region. Additionally, IndiGo will begin direct flights between Guwahati and Dimapur and resume daily flights between Guwahati and Ahmedabad, effective December 10, 2024. These moves are expected to improve regional connectivity and provide more convenient travel for passengers in the North-East. In a bid to strengthen its international reach, IndiGo will also increase its frequency on the Kolkata-Bangkok route. Starting November 24, 2024, this popular route will operate four times a weekon Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundaysoffering greater flexibility for travelers between Kolkata and Bangkok, a key destination for both business and leisure. We are pleased to announce these new routes as part of our winter schedule. Theres a surge in demand, and these additions will strengthen regional connectivity, boost economic growth, tourism, and cultural exchange, said Vinay Malhotra, Head of Global Sales at IndiGo. We remain committed to providing affordable fares, on-time performance, courteous service, and a hassle-free travel experience across our network. These new flights and increased frequencies are part of IndiGos strategy to expand its network and offer more travel options to passengers across India and internationally. MORE..... More Flights to Europe Make Travel Easier for Indians Amid Rising Demand Flight Operations at Dhaka Airport to Halt for Nightly Maintenance Travel Made Easy: Indian Railways Unveils Super App for Seamless Journeys
Amritpal Singh linked to murder of Sikh activist as Punjab police arrest three suspects
CHANDIGARH: Amritpal Singh, the Khadoor Sahib MP and pro-Khalistan sympathiser currently held in Assams Dibrugarh Central Jail under the National Security Act (NSA), has been linked to the killing of Sikh activist Gurpreet Singh. Punjab Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav announced today that the state police have solved the murder of Gurpreet Singh, also known as Bhodi, from Hari Nau village. Three associates of gangster-turned-terrorist Arshdeep Singh, alias Arsh Dalla, who is believed to be the mastermind behind the killing, have been arrested. Those arrested have been identified as Bilal Ahmed alias Fauji, Guramardeep Singh alias Pontu and Arshdeep Singh alias Jhandu. As per the information, Gurpreet Singh was shot dead on October 9 this year while returning back home from the village Gurudwara on his motorcycle, he said. Yadav revealed that the investigation has uncovered that Gurpreet Singh's murder was planned from abroad by Arsh Dalla and others. He noted that separate modules were used for reccee and carrying out the killing, with different handlers abroad. The criminals employed cut outs to conceal their involvement in the conspiracy, he added. The three arrested persons constituted part of the reccee module, being handled by Canada-based Karamveer Singh alias Gora. The reccee module passed on crucial information to the shooter module through their handlers and cut outs, he said. Yadav said that the members of the shooter module have been identified and police teams are on manhunt to nabbing them. During investigations, evidence has come on record indicating the role of Amritpal Singh of Waris Punjab De (WPD) in the murder conspiracy. As per some statements recorded in the investigation, the murder was carried out at the behest of Amritpal Singh. The police would investigate the case on basis of evidence in a professional manner. All angles and theories of crime would be examined threadbare and investigated in accordance with law, he said. Punjab Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav Yadav added that the criminal liability of all persons involved in the investigation would be determined in accordance with the evidence available as per law. Sharing operation details, Yadav said that acting swiftly, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) comprising police officials from the Faridkot district and State Special Operations Cell was constituted and separate teams assigned the tasks of visiting the scene of the crime and collecting physical and digital evidence. The CCTV footage at the scene of crime was examined and teams were deputed to follow the forward and backward linkages of CCTVs to determine the entry and exit routes of the assailants. Meticulous investigations by the Faridkot District Police led to analysis of CCTV footage along a 125-kilometre stretch, which helped the police in establishing the suspects movements and developing lead. He said that mobile tower dumps at strategic places were obtained and analyzed through big data analysis tools. At the same time human intelligence was also obtained and developed and a large number of persons were questioned, he said. During investigations, information relating to wider conspiracy to target more individuals has also been received and is being probed. A case had already been registered on October 10 last year under sections 103 (1), 126 (2) and 3 (5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and section 25 of the Arms Act at Police Station Kotkapur. Sources said that Gurpreet was among the nine primary members when Waris Punjab De was formed in November 2021 by Deep Sidhu. He was also a key supporter of Sukhraj Singh son of Krishan Bhagwan Singh, one of the victims of the 2015 police firing incident at Behbal Kalan.
1,600 MT onion to arrive Delhi by Oct. 20; Price to soften
Hyderabad: The Department of Consumer Affairs announced that 1,600 MT (42 BCN wagons i.e. approximately 53 trucks) of onions procured by National Cooperative Consumers Federation of India Ltd. (NCCF) under the price stabilisation fund is being shipped by rail by the Kanda fast train from Nashik to Delhi NCR. Nidhi Khare, Secretary, Department of Consumer Affairs, Government of India, during a press briefing informed that railways as a mode of onion transportation is set to gain importance as more destinations are being added to bolster the pace of disposal. Shipments by rail rake to Lucknow and Varanasi will be scheduled in next few days. The Department has also requested Indian Railways to allow transportation of onion rakes from Nashik to multiple locations across the North-eastern region which would include NJP: New Jalpaiguri (Siliguri), DBRG- Dibrugarh, NTSK- New Tinsukia, and CGS: Changsari. This will ensure wider availability of onions in different regions of India ensuring its availability at a very reasonable price to consumers. The government had procured 4.7 lakh tons of rabi onion for the price stabilization buffer this year, and started the release from 5th September, 2024 through retail sale at Rs.35 per kg and also through bulk sales in major mandis across the country. Till date about 92,000 MT of onion in the buffer has been dispatched from Nashik and other source centres to consuming centres through trucks by road transport. As on date, NCCF has covered 77 destinations in 21 States and NAFED covered 43 destinations in 16 States in their onion disposal. The agencies have also partnered with retail chains such as SAFAL, Kendriya Bhandar and Reliance Retail for distribution of onions to retail consumers at Rs.35 per kg. In addition, 86,500 MT of onion has been allotted to nine States Governments and Cooperative Societies for retail distribution. Since the start of onion disposal till date, the rising trend in onion prices have been substantially arrested. Average retail prices in major States like UP, Haryana, Maharashtra, Odisha, Punjab, Jharkhand and Telangana have come down in recent days in comparison to the level in first week of September, 2024. Mandi prices in Lasalgaon also declined from the peak of Rs.47 per kg on September 24 to Rs.40 kg on October 15, 2024. The initiative taken up by NCCF for bulk transportation of onion by rail rake is a significant measure to ensure abundant supply of onions in the market. Railway mode provides a cost-effective and expeditious bulk transportation of onions to consuming centres. This efficient mode of transportation will contribute to the timely and reliable delivery of onions to various regions. In respect of tomato, Secretary, Consumer Affairs stated that recent surge in prices is because of excess rains and high moisture level in major tomato producing areas of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Maharashtra. The adverse weather condition together with incidences of disease attack in certain pockets impacted the harvest and also the shelf life of tomatoes. The supply situation is set to improve in coming days with increased arrivals from Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh which would bring down the tomato prices.
Lemon Tree Hotels signs new property in Dibrugarh, Assam
This Hotel will feature 65 well-appointed rooms, a restaurant, a bar, banquet hall, a swimming pool, a fitness center and other public areas
Guwahati Diary: Sonowal bonds with rickshaw, cart pullers
Sonowal bonds with rickshaw, cart pullers Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal became nostalgic the other day after having spent his time with rickshaw and cart pullers in Dibrugarh that he represents in the Lok Sabha. He also savoured tea and poori-sabji with them. Your hard work has always supported the local economy. It has been a privilege to meet all of you. I relished the opportunity to have poori-sabji with you as it replenished memories of my childhood, Sonowal, who studied at a Dibrugarh school, said, adding, The objective of the Modi government is to empower, enable every person with the help of Antodaya philosophy which ensures equal development with honour for everyone. Romeo squad for women safety during Durga puja The Cachar district police have formed an anti-Romeo squad to ensure an incident-free Durga puja. The squad will move around Silchar town and respond quickly whenever alerted. The members of the squad will remain deployed till the day of emersion of Durga idols. They will give justice to women and others in distress, SP Numol Mahatta said. The squad members are ready for performing their duties after having undergone a 15-day unarmed training. Most of them are women. Meanwhile, Durga puja is being celebrated across the state with religious fervour. Global conference on ancient Indian wisdom An international conference, Unraveling Indian Knowledge Across Asia, was held at the IIT-Guwahati, bringing together experts to explore the connections between ancient Indian wisdom and modern challenges. In his keynote address, Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya emphasised the need to integrate Indias ancient knowledge systems with modern science and technology, particularly as India and Asia move towards a new era of development. The governor underscored the global influence of texts such as the Vedas, the Upanishads, the Ramayana, and the Mahabharata, emphasising their timeless teachings on morality, duty, and truth. Prasanta mazumdar Our correspondent in Guwahati prasantamazumdar@newindianexpress.com
Bangladesh unrest: Assam govt extends AFSPA in 4 districts
Guwahati, Oct 9: The Assam government has extended the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) by six months in four districts Tinsukia, Dibrugarh, Charaideo and Sivasagar amid concerns over the recent unrest in neighbouring Bangladesh and its potential impact on the states internal security. Notably, the state government had, in exercise of powers []
AFSPA extended in four Assam districts amid regional disturbances
AFSPA extended in Assam districtsTinsukia, Dibrugarh, Charaideo, and Sivasagarfor six months due to Bangladesh disturbances affecting local law and order. Improved conditions prompted partial AFSPA removal, with full assessment expected in the coming months for potential complete withdrawal.
AFSPA extended in 4 districts of Assam amid recent turmoil in Bangladesh
The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act or AFSPA was extended in four districts of Assam for six months in view of the ecent disturbances in Bangladesh and its potentially inimical effect on the internal law and order situation, according to a notification issued on Tuesday. The districts of Tinsukia, Dibrugarh, Charaideo and Sivasagar will remain disturbed area under the AFSPA, it said. Reports from various agencies obtained through the police headquarters have indicated that due to sustained efforts and proactive counter-insurgency measures of the security forces, the overall scenario in the state of Assam has significantly improved during the last few years and particularly during last three years, the notification said. However, due to the recent disturbances in the neighbouring country Bangladesh and its potentially inimical effect on internal law and order situation, the Government of Assam recommends that the Armed Forces (Special Power) Act, 1958 may be retained for ..
AFSPA extended in 4 districts of Assam amid 'recent disturbances' in Bangladesh
GUWAHATI: The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act or AFSPA was extended in four districts of Assam for six months in view of the ecent disturbances in Bangladesh and its potentially inimical effect on the internal law and order situation, according to a notification issued on Tuesday. The districts of Tinsukia, Dibrugarh, Charaideo and Sivasagar will remain disturbed area under the AFSPA, it said. Reports from various agencies obtained through the police headquarters have indicated that due to sustained efforts and proactive counter-insurgency measures of the security forces, the overall scenario in the state of Assam has significantly improved during the last few years and particularly during last three years, the notification said. However, due to the recent disturbances in the neighbouring country Bangladesh and its potentially inimical effect on internal law and order situation, the Government of Assam recommends that the Armed Forces (Special Power) Act, 1958 may be retained for another 6 (six) months, it added. Under the AFSPA, an area is declared disturbed for the convenience of security forces. The proposal was submitted to the Ministry of Home Affairs, which after due consideration decided to maintain the status quo regarding disturbed areas in the state for a further period of six months from October 1, the notification said. The four districts have been the only areas under AFSPA in the state since October last year, with the law being gradually withdrawn from other parts. It was withdrawn from Jorhat, Golaghat, Karbi Anglong and Dima Hasao last year, while other areas were taken out of its purview earlier. The AFSPA was first imposed in Assam in November 1990 and has been extended every six months since then. The Act empowers security forces to conduct operations anywhere and arrest anyone without any prior warrant. It also gives a certain level of immunity to the security forces in case of an operation going wrong. Civil society groups and rights activists have been demanding the withdrawal of the draconian law from the entire Northeast, claiming a violation of human rights by the armed forces. The cry to repeal the Act gained renewed momentum following the death of 14 civilians in firing by security forces in a botched anti-insurgency operation and retaliatory violence in the Mon district of Nagaland on December 4, 2021.
Assam Shocker! Youth arrested for allegedly raping, killing mother in Dibrugarh
In a shocking incident, police have arrested a youth for the alleged rape and murder of his own mother in Assams Dibrugarh district.
Northeast Frontier Railway to run 26 special trains to tackle festive rush
The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) will run 26 special trains over the next two months to clear the festive rush, a statement said on Sunday. NFR has proposed 26 special trains with 254 trips this year for the festive season, it said. These 13 pairs of special trains will facilitate smooth travel experience and accommodate extra passengers during the forthcoming festivals of Durga Puja, Diwali and Chhath Puja from October 1 to November 30, the statement added. In comparison to last year, NFR has almost doubled the number of special trains and trips during the festive period, it said. The special trains will cover important destinations like Amritsar, Bengaluru, Gorakhpur, Prayagraj, Kolkata, Anand Vihar and Shri Ganganagar, while also touching on other destinations. These trains will also boost connectivity within the zone during this period to areas such as Agartala, Naharlagun, Silchar, New Tinsukia, Dibrugarh and Katihar, the statement added.
