Assam: Narcotics worth Rs 14 crore seized in two separate operations in Cachar
Cachar police seized narcotics valued at approximately fourteen crore rupees on Sunday. Two separate operations led to the apprehension of two alleged drug peddlers. Police recovered 2.2 kilograms of heroin from a truck originating in Mizoram. Additionally, ten thousand Yaba tablets were seized from another individual in Gumrah Bazar. Legal actions have been initiated following these significant drug seizures.
New warnings about the risks of AI to humanity revive a long-running debate
LOS ANGELES, September 14, 2026 (AP) New warnings from within the artificial intelligence industry have revived a long-running debate over whether advanced AI could escape human control and ultimately threaten humanitys survival, and whether the companies developing the technology are doing enough to prevent such a scenario. The CEO of Anthropic, the San Francisco company behind Claude, said he thought the industry needed to reduce the speed of its work, cautioning Saturday that a swarm of AI agents might be able to take over the internet in six months to a year unless companies devoted more time to putting
Woman killed, two injured in armed attack along NH-37 in Tamenglong on Kuki community's Black Day
An armed attack in Tamenglong district killed one woman and injured two others. The incident occurred early Sunday morning along National Highway-37 in Tollen village. Assam Rifles personnel evacuated the injured father and son from the scene. The Kuki Youth Organisation condemned the killing and demanded a thorough investigation. Village authorities expressed concern over potential community divisions and urged restraint.
Data from more than 600 people shows resting heart rates have their own secret rhythm
September 14, 2026 (Conversation) Youre likely familiar with the idea of a circadian rhythm your bodys 24-hour cycle that governs sleep and wakefulness. It turns out that resting heart rate also follows mysterious, long rhythms that run independently of the outside world. Resting heart rate is measured by how many beats per minute your heart makes while youre calm and inactive. This measure is linked to stress, fatigue and fitness. Our new study, published in EBioMedicine, looked at years of smartwatch data from hundreds of young adults, and found that for 70% of the participants, their resting heart rate
Police seize Rs 14 crore narcotics in two operations in Assam
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Kolkata: TMC Loyal Faction Fields Candidates for WB, Assam Bypolls
The Election Commission has directed the two factions to appear on September 16 and 17.
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Two women among four killed in suspected militant attacks in Manipur
Digital Desk | Imphal, Sep 13 (IANS) At least four Kuki community people, including two women, were killed in separate suspected militant attacks in Manipur's Tamenglong and Noney districts on Sunday, police said. Two persons, including a woman, were killed in an attack at Tollen Kuki village under Kaimai Police Station in Tamenglong district, while two others, including a woman, were shot dead at Longpi village under Nungba Police Station in Noney district, police officials said. At Tollen village, a woman, identified as Lhingngai Singsit, was killed when suspected militants attacked her residence. The victims husband, Seineih Singsit, and their infant son were injured in the attack. Seineih later succumbed to his injuries while being taken to a hospital in neighbouring Silchar in southern Assam. Security forces rushed to the village following the attack and provided medical assistance to the injured, police said. In the second incident, armed militants allegedly opened fire at Longpi village, killing Julie Gangte and R Gangte, police said. The four victims were members of the Kuki tribal community, officials said. Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh condemned the killings and expressed deep anguish over the loss of innocent lives. Such cowardly acts of violence against innocent civilians are unacceptable and have no place in our society, the Chief Minister said in a statement issued by his office. He conveyed his condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for strength to them and a speedy recovery for those injured. Many organisations, MLAs and leaders, including the Kaimai Village Authority, condemned the Tollen attack, describing it as a deliberate and malicious attempt to create disharmony and division among communities. It urged the authorities to conduct an impartial investigation, identify those responsible and bring them to justice. Earlier, BJP leader and former Chief Minister N. Biren Singh also condemned the Tollen attack, describing it as deeply disturbing and heartbreaking. The former Chief Minister said in a post on X: The tragic incident at Tollen Kuki Village, where Mrs Lhingjangai Singsit was killed, and her husband and young son sustained gunshot injuries, is deeply disturbing and heartbreaking. My deepest condolences are with the bereaved family, and I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured. He said: The safety and security of innocent civilians must remain our foremost concern. Such violence only adds to the suffering of ordinary people and further undermines the fragile path towards peace. Several Kuki and Naga MLAs separately condemned the killings. Naga Peoples' Front legislator Awangbou Newmai condemned the killings, saying that targeting unarmed men, women and children was a cowardly act with no place in a civilised society. The killings coincided with Sahnit Ni, or Black Day, observed annually on September 13 by the Kuki community in Manipur to remember those killed during the Kuki-Naga conflict in the 1990s. The latest violence comes amid continuing efforts to restore peace in Manipur, where ethnic clashes between the non-tribal Meitei and hill-based Kuki tribal communities since May 2023 have claimed at least 306 lives. Forty-nine people remain missing, and thousands have been displaced by the ethnic violence.
Assams Cultural Diversity Embodies Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat Initiative, Says Governor Acharya
Assams Governor highlights the states role in promoting unity through diversity during a meeting with a media delegation from Uttar Pradesh. Assams Cultural Diversity Embodies Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat Initiative, Says Governor Acharya
Years on, 3,558 bighas of core area of Assam
Guwahati: 3,558.32 bighas of land forming part of the core area of Manas National Park and Tiger Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has remained under illegal occupation for years despite repeated communications from the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) to the Assam government and Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) seeking its transfer to the park [] The post Years on, 3,558 bighas of core area of Assams Manas National Park remain encroached appeared first on NorthEast Now .
'Laughable advice': Assam BJP hits back at Bhupesh Baghel over flood, price rise remarks
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 13 (IANS) The Assam Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday hit back at Congress General Secretary In-charge of Assam and former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel over his criticism of the state government's handling of floods and rising prices, calling his remarks laughable and questioning his own record in office. Addressing a press conference at the BJP headquarters in Guwahati, party spokesperson Brojen Mahanta said Baghel was not in a position to lecture Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on governance, pointing to the Congress' defeat in the 2023 Chhattisgarh Assembly elections. The BJP's response came a day after Baghel, during his visit to the state, urged CM Sarma to focus on flood relief and rising prices in Assam instead of commenting on the 2028 Chhattisgarh Assembly polls. Baghel had said CM Sarma should be concerned about flood-affected people who, according to him, were not receiving adequate relief despite the state having a double-engine government. He also criticised the Assam government over the rising prices of petrol, diesel, cooking gas and sugar. Turning the criticism back on the Congress leader, Mahanta cited the party's electoral reversal in Chhattisgarh. He said that Congress had won 68 of the 90 Assembly seats in the 2018 election and formed the government, but was voted out of power in 2023 as the BJP returned to power. The BJP spokesperson also brought up allegations of corruption and irregularities associated with the previous Congress government in Chhattisgarh, including allegations relating to a liquor scam, an alleged excise syndicate, the Mahadev betting app case, a coal levy racket and alleged irregularities in the state Public Service Commission recruitment process. Mahanta also attacked the Congress over its criticism of the BJP on democracy, invoking the Emergency imposed by the Indira Gandhi government in 1975. He said that Congress leaders should remember the political arrests during the Emergency before questioning the BJP's democratic credentials. The BJP spokesperson also accused the Congress of pursuing vote-bank politics on the issue of Assam's indigenous population and alleged that the party had provided political protection and privileges to illegal migrants from Bangladesh. The sharp exchange comes as the Congress and BJP intensify their political confrontation in Assam, with the upcoming Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election adding another layer to the political contest. Baghel has said Congress and its alliance partners are working on a joint strategy for the upcoming Assembly bypoll, including issues such as floods and illegal mining. The latest war of words reflects a broader battle over governance, with Congress targeting the Assam government on flood management and inflation, while the BJP has chosen to counter by questioning Baghel's record as Chhattisgarh Chief Minister and the Congress' political legacy. With both sides sharpening their attacks, the flood situation, price rise and governance are increasingly emerging as key political flashpoints in Assam.
Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurates four Assam projects worth Rs 122 crore
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West Bengal: Mamata Banerjee's TMC announces candidates for Nandigram, Rejinagar bypolls
The All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) has announced its candidates for the upcoming Nandigram and Rejinagar bye-elections. The AITC named Sanchita Pradhan as its candidate for Nandigram and Rabiul Alam Chowdhury for Rejinagar bypolls. The bypoll in West Bengal along with other assembly constituencies in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and a Parliamentary seat in Assam would be held on October 6, while the results would be declared on October 9.
UCC In All 21 NDA-Ruled States By 2029: Amit Shahs BIG Announcement On Uniform Civil Code
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has expressed confidence that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) will be implemented in all 21 BJP and NDA-led states before 2029. Speaking to reporters in Mumbai, Shah said several states have already introduced the UCC. Madhya Pradesh recently approved the code in a special cabinet meeting, while Uttarakhand became the first state to pass a UCC law in February 2024. Gujarat and Assam have also passed UCC legislation, though they are awaiting presidential assent and notification. Uttarakhand has been enforcing the code since January 2025. Maharashtra, West Bengal and Chhattisgarh have formed drafting committees. Shah also highlighted the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, saying conviction rates rose in several states. He further claimed the NDA government had ended five decades of Naxalism and signed over 14 peace agreements in the Northeast.
Scissors, screwdriver on bed: Man killed lover in Assam hotel
A woman was discovered deceased in a Rangia hotel room with throat injuries. Police arrested a man who had booked the room and was found inside. The victim was identified as Malini Guria from Sonitpur district. Preliminary inquiry suggests the crime may be linked to a love affair. The accused has confessed to the murder before the police.
Gujarat Police arrest Assam man in cybercrime, secure remand
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Assam Man Checks Into Same Hotel As 'Girlfriend', Stabs Her With Scissors
The accused said that he had planned the murder before meeting the woman since she used to alk to other men.
Manipur govt urges civil society groups to withdraw agitations over NRC updation
Digital Desk | Imphal, Sep 13 (IANS) The Manipur government on Sunday urged Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) to withdraw their ongoing agitations, including the closure of Central and state government offices, over their demand for updation of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in the state. State government spokespersons Thokchom Radheshyam Singh and Sapam Ranjan Singh, both ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLAs, said that the closure of Central and state government offices as part of the agitations by CSOs, including the Campaign for Justice and Fair Delimitation (CJFD), was causing suffering and inconvenience to the general public. They appealed to all concerned not to add more misery to the sufferings and inconveniences of the public. Addressing a press conference, Radheshyam Singh said that the state government is fully aware of the CJFD's demand and the people of Manipur also want the NRC be conducted before the Census-2027. He added that the recently held session of the Manipur Assembly reaffirmed its earlier resolution to update the NRC before the Census-2027, and Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh has conveyed the same to the Central government. Radheshyam Singh added that on the last day of the recently-concluded Assembly session, a discussion regarding the base year of the NRC with 1951 took place in the House and the matter has already been conveyed to the Union Home Ministry. He said that following the campaign by the members of the Manipur Assembly in New Delhi, the Chief Minister, too, conveyed the Central leaders about the people's desire. Consequently, the Union Home Ministry has also postponed the Census process, the spokesman said. Against this backdrop, the CJFD has intensified its agitation by calling for the closure of government offices. Such an agitation may lead to various undesirable incidents and affect the functioning of the state government, he added. Radheshyam Singh also appealed to the CJFD not to intensify the agitation and also urged the organisations not to continue such activities for a prolonged period, as protracted agitation in the state could cause greater inconvenience to the people. He appealed all the sections of the public o give peace a chance in Manipur and to support the endeavours of the current government in restoring normalcy in the state. The spokespersons also made it clear during the press meet that state Home Minister Konthoujam Govindas Singh along with some other MLAs are camping in New Delhi for the past few days to pressurise the Centre regarding the updation of NRC, 1951. They also expressed that it is highly hopeful that Centre will act as per the wishes of the people of the state. Meanwhile, the State Assembly's latest move on September 2 came amid massive agitations by various CSOs, mainly in the five districts of the Imphal Valley region -- Imphal East, Imphal West, Thoubal, Bishnupur and Kakching -- demanding the updation of the NRC before the conduct of Census-2027. The CJFD and various other CSOs have been holding massive agitations in the Imphal Valley region since August 17, demanding the updation of the NRC before the Census exercise is undertaken. A day before its pre-schedule start, the Central government on August 31 announced to defer the Census-2027 exercise in Manipur amid continuing protests and demands by various CSOs for the updation of the NRC before the conduct of the Census-2027 in the state. Meanwhile, the Kuki-Zo Council (KZC), the apex body of the Kuki-Zo tribal community in Manipur, has opposed the demand for the updation of the NRC before the Census operations in 2027. KZC Spokesperson Ginza Vualzong had said that there is no constitutional provision for conducting an NRC exercise exclusively in a particular state. The NRC is a national exercise. The Assam NRC was undertaken pursuant to the Assam Accord of 1985. Therefore, any attempt to conduct an NRC exclusively in Manipur is not only discriminatory but also unconstitutional, he added.
Guwahati: The Gauhati High Court has sought the Assam governments response to a public interest litigation (PIL) challenging the third post-retirement extension granted to IFS officer and former Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) M.K. Yadava as Special Chief Secretary (Forests). A Bench comprising Chief Justice Ashutosh Kumar and Justice Arun Dev Choudhury issued the [] The post Gauhati HC seeks Assam govts response on third extension of retired IFS officer M.K. Yadava appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, Tamil Nadu, Sikkim, West Bengal and more Check full list of states that have announced DA hikes so far, besides payment of DA arrears for employees and pensioners.
Scientists, activists urge govt to halt E20 rollout, enact anti-black magic law
Mumbai, Sep 13 (PTI) A collective of prominent scientists, academicians, and activists has urged the government to halt the E20 fuel rollout, scrap the National Testing Agency, and enact a nationwide anti-black magic law, calling for public policies to be guided by scientific evidence. Issuing a joint appeal during the India March for Science in Mumbai on Saturday, the signatories raised strong objections over the promotion of pseudoscience, evidence-denying public policies, and shrinking public investment in education and research. The appeal was signed by scientists and activists, including Padma Bhushan awardee Prof M S Raghunathan of CEBS, Mumbai; SSB awardee
What to know about endometriosis? The disease can elude diagnosis for years
New Delhi, Sep 13 (PTI) Period pain is often dismissed as a normal part of menstruation, but severe or persistent pain could be a sign of endometriosis, a chronic condition that can affect fertility and significantly impact a womans quality of life, according to doctors. Experts said growing evidence suggests that genetic and epigenetic factors may influence a womans susceptibility to the condition, highlighting the need for greater awareness and earlier diagnosis. Symptoms of period pain are often dismissed as normal because many of us lack awareness of a condition called endometriosis. It is a painful condition where tissue like
Assams CM inaugurated a railway overbridge in Jorhat, highlighting the importance of connectivity for the states development. Assam Chief Minister Inaugurates Railway Overbridge in Jorhat, Emphasizes Connectivity for Development
House break-in attempt: Assam native held in Keralams Thrissur
Police say 22-year-old broke into a house near Manathala Block Office and attempted to steal valuables
House break-in attempt: Assam native held in Keralams Thrissur
Police say 22-year-old broke into a house near Manathala Block Office and attempted to steal valuables
Five elephants from Assam have been proposed to be donated to Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai; Arunachaleswarar Temple in Tiruvannamalai; Kancheepuram Mutt; Vaitheeswaran Temple, Mayiladuthurai; and Ramanathaswamy Temple, Rameswaram.
Making connectivity foundation of Assams next growth phase: Himanta Sarma
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 13 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday said his government was making connectivity the foundation of the states next phase of growth, asserting that improved road and rail infrastructure was essential to ensure the benefits of development reached people. CM Sarma made the remarks after dedicating a Railway Overbridge (ROB) at Cinnamara in Jorhat, which he said would ease traffic congestion at a major choke point in the historic town and form part of the states wider effort to make railway crossings traffic-free. People often ask me why Assam is obsessively building bridges in its cities, towns and villages. Its because for decades we lagged behind in connectivity and fruits of development could not reach the people, CM Sarma said in a post on X. The Chief Minister said the state was duty-bound to reverse the connectivity deficit and ensure that unhindered movement became the norm rather than an exception. He said the Cinnamara ROB was part of the governments statewide efforts to eliminate congestion and delays caused by railway crossings. The infrastructure project is expected to improve traffic movement in Cinnamara and provide commuters with a smoother route across the railway line. Such projects are also aimed at reducing waiting time for motorists and pedestrians at railway level crossings, particularly in busy urban and semi-urban areas. CM Sarma said that the connectivity was not merely an infrastructure priority but a critical requirement for Assams economic and social development. Improved connectivity can facilitate the movement of people, agricultural produce and goods while providing businesses and industries with better access to markets. It can also help connect communities to educational institutions, healthcare facilities and employment opportunities. The Chief Minister has repeatedly stressed infrastructure development as a key component of Assams broader growth strategy, with road, bridge and railway-related projects being taken up across the state. The Cinnamara ROB is significant for Jorhat, a major urban centre in Upper Assam, where growing traffic volumes have increased the need for improved transport infrastructure. CM Sarma said that the governments focus would remain on creating infrastructure that removes bottlenecks and enables faster, safer and more seamless movement. He said the broader objective was to ensure that Assam overcame its longstanding connectivity gaps and entered its next phase of development with unhindered movement becoming the norm across cities, towns and villages.
Why do people get married these days?
The story of marriages declining fortunes has been gathering momentum for a while now. Divorce is commonplace, romcoms keep disappointing, and according to the 2021 census, the majority of adults in the UK are choosing, for the first time since records began, not to get married at all. Having rejected an institution that has been a bastion of privilege for some, and a source of inequality and injustice for others, lots of people are experimenting with alternatives to the norms and expectations of matrimony, monogamy and family. The real question, then, isnt why so many people arent marrying although
Third extension of former Assam PCCF challenged; Gauhati High Court issues notice
The petitioner says the Environment Ministry found lapses when M.K. Yadava was Assams Principal Chief Conservator of Forests until his retirement in February 2024
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei says AI industry needs to give safety meuresas time to catch up
NEW YORK, September 13, 2026(AP) The CEO of Anthropic said Saturday the artificial-intelligence industry should slow its fast-moving development to give safety measures time to catch up. Without such a slowdown, Dario Amodei warned that within six to 12 months AI could be capable of leading a swarm of agents that could take over the entire internet. The warning comes as worries about AI grow inside and outside the industry and reports continue to emerge about increasingly powerful systems that solve problems beyond human capacity but could also go rogue and carry out other, more harmful tasks. The worries
Assam CM highlights big comeback of small hog
The population of the endangered pygmy hog, once thought to be extinct, has increased from six in 1996 to 194 today through a captive breeding programme
Assam Rifles distribute sewing machines to 22 women in Manipur village
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Assam CM hails NMCs 13,186 new MBBS seats, says medical education expansion major boost
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 13 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday lauded the National Medical Commissions (NMC) approval of 13,186 additional MBBS seats across the country, describing the expansion as a significant boost to medical education and healthcare capacity in India. CM Sarma welcomed the development in a post on X, highlighting the importance of expanding opportunities for students aspiring to pursue medical education and strengthening the countrys pool of trained doctors. The latest expansion has pushed Indias total MBBS intake to more than 1.4 lakh seats for the 2026-27 academic session. According to the latest NMC data, the total number of undergraduate medical seats has risen to 1,40,214 across 836 medical colleges, excluding seats at Institutes of National Importance. The increase represents a substantial expansion in medical education capacity at a time when demand for MBBS seats remains high among students appearing for the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET-UG). The additional seats have been approved across union territories and several states, with Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Bihar among those registering some of the largest increases. For Assam and the Northeast, the expansion assumes added significance as the region continues to strengthen its medical education and healthcare infrastructure. The state has witnessed a steady expansion of medical colleges and health facilities in recent years, with the government seeking to improve access to specialised healthcare while creating more opportunities for students within the region. The national increase in MBBS seats is also expected to help address the growing requirement for qualified medical professionals as Indias healthcare infrastructure expands. The NMCs latest decision comes after an earlier addition of thousands of MBBS seats for the 2026-27 academic year, taking the countrys overall medical education capacity to a new high. The Centre and the NMC have in recent years focused on expanding medical education infrastructure, increasing undergraduate and postgraduate seats and establishing new medical colleges. The latest expansion is expected to provide thousands of additional opportunities to NEET-UG aspirants and further strengthen Indias medical education ecosystem. CM Sarmas reaction comes as Assam continues to position the expansion of healthcare and medical education as an important component of its development agenda.
Assam's energy push: Rs 80,000 crore investment; 40,000 jobs in pipeline, says CM Sarma
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 13 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday said the energy sector would play a key role in driving the states next phase of economic growth, with new solar, pumped-storage and battery projects expected to attract more than Rs 80,000 crore in investment and create nearly 40,000 jobs. In a post on X, CM Sarma said the planned expansion of the states clean energy ecosystem would open up new employment and economic opportunities, particularly for Assams youth. The energy sector will be a key driver of Assams next phase of growth, the Chief Minister said, highlighting the potential of renewable energy and energy-storage projects to transform the states investment landscape. According to CM Sarma, the proposed projects span solar power generation, pumped-storage systems and battery projects, indicating a broader push towards building infrastructure capable of supporting Assams future energy requirements. The investment potential of over Rs 80,000 crore could give a significant boost to the states industrial and infrastructure development, while the projected creation of nearly 40,000 jobs is expected to provide fresh opportunities for the local workforce. The Chief Ministers announcement comes as Assam seeks to accelerate industrialisation and attract large-scale investments across emerging sectors. The state government has increasingly focused on renewable energy and infrastructure as part of its broader strategy to create jobs and strengthen the economy. Solar projects could help expand Assams renewable power generation capacity, while pumped-storage facilities can provide large-scale energy storage and improve the flexibility of the power grid. Battery projects, meanwhile, could support the growing demand for energy-storage solutions as renewable power generation expands. CM Sarma said emerging energy opportunities would be particularly important for the states young population, signalling the governments focus on linking investment with employment generation. The proposed projects are also expected to strengthen Assams position as an emerging destination for clean-energy investments in the Northeast. With more than Rs 80,000 crore of investment potential and nearly 40,000 jobs in the pipeline, the energy sector is set to become an important pillar of Assams economic expansion, the Chief Minister indicated.
India weather today: The India Meteorological Department forecasts heavy to very heavy rainfall across several regions. Isolated extremely heavy rainfall is expected over the Gujarat region and Madhya Maharashtra. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds are predicted for many states. Heavy rainfall advisories have been issued for states including Rajasthan and Telangana. Other regions like Arunachal Pradesh and Assam also anticipate significant rainfall.
Activists Flag Transfer of Five Young Elephants from Assam to Tamil Nadu
Questioning the rationale behind the proposed transfers, PFCI founder Arun Prasanna said the circumstances surrounding the elephants raised questions about their ownership
Assam Health Minister reviews advanced care for critical patients at Narayana Health City
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Rio urges Centre to withdraw PAP regime in Nagaland
Mizoram committee considers 3-month extension for registrations on Mizotaxi app
JTCM calls off NH-37 shutdown after release of 5 Naga women
Conrad calls on guv amid reports of 8 UDP MLAs planning to join BJP
After floods threaten education, communities step in to help Sivasagar students
HIV, overcrowding and suicide: Gauhati HC flags grim picture of Assam jails, seeks govt response
Five killed as van plunges into ditch after collision near Tezpur
Six UP students begin community service after Shillong homestay vandalism
2 Dhubri schoolboys go missing in Bputra
Mizoram rail link restored after 10 days
Former UDP MLA Mawthoh joins BJP
Petrol bombs hurled at Laban PS, none hurt
43 accident claims settled, 1.97cr compensation awarded at Natl Lok Adalat in Dhubri
Unauthorised parking collectors charge 300-400 an hour near Panbazar
Dhubri man held with 3.15 lakh in cross-border hawala network case
11 held in Tinsukia over cybercrime network links
6th KSU functionary held over Aug 19 Shillong violence
Put pressure on Centre to resolve Naga issue: Cong veteran Jamir to RSS chief Bhagwat
Assam opposition, led by Bhupesh Baghel, resolves to unite against BJP amid flood crisis
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Congress alleges Assam floods caused by illegal mining syndicates with government patronage
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Assam land law clubs Bangladeshi, East Bengal origin people with indigenous Assamese
The Assam Land Revenue Regulation Amendment redefines original inhabitants, including those of Bangladeshi origin. This change nullifies protections for encroached Satra land and indigenous communities' rights. The amendment contradicts the Assam Accord and previous recommendations for safeguarding local populations. Government data indicates significant encroachment on Satra lands, primarily in Barpeta and Nagoan districts. PVM criticizes the government for failing to implement promises regarding indigenous rights and foreigner issues.
Five Killed In Head-On Collision Between Van And Truck In Assam's Sonitpur
Police said the van driver may have lost control of the vehicle before it crossed into the opposite lane. Investigators are also looking into whether excessive speed was a factor.
Congress begins shortlisting candidates for Assam by-election, says Bhupesh Baghel
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Supreme Court panel urged to halt transfer of Assam elephants to Tamil Nadu
Four captive elephants are in the process of being transferred, while a fifth, five-year-old Durga, has been moved to the Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple
Supreme Court panel urged to halt transfer of Assam elephants to Tamil Nadu
Four captive elephants are in the process of being transferred, while a fifth, five-year-old Durga, has been moved to the Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple
Why were 21 houses on private farmland demolished, Gauhati High Court asks Assam government
Court says the action of the revenue authorities in Goalpara district was prima facie illegal and unauthorised, and violated the principles of natural justice
Post-flood paddy fields in Nazira hit by pest attack, farmers seek urgent help
Farmers in Nazira Co-District of Sivasagar district are facing a fresh crisis as a severe pest infestation has affected large areas of paddy fields that were replanted following the devastating floods
NHM Assam Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification Out- Apply Online for 78 Posts
NHM Assam has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 78 Medical Officer posts. The online application process will be conducted from 09-09-2026 to 22-09-2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website, nhmssd.assam.gov.in.
Citizens convention on Sivasagar floods to demand compensation, probe into mining
The devastating floods that struck Assams Sivasagar, Charaideo and Jorhat districts on July 19 have shocked people across the state and beyond. A tsunami-like surge of water reportedly came dow
Govt calls for greater synergy between Centre and states to boost BOCW welfare delivery
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) The two-day Building and Other Construction Workers (BOCW) conference here provided a platform for states and UTs to share their experiences and practices and to discuss measures for strengthening welfare, skilling, employment and service delivery mechanisms for these workers, it was announced on Saturday. Dr. Chandra Bhushan Kumar, Secretary, Labour & Employment, elaborated upon the current challenges and opportunities in the BOCW sector. Strengthening the skill ecosystem and placing dignity of labour at the centre of policy and programme design, is critical to building a more responsive, inclusive and resilient labour ecosystem, he added. The Secretary highlighted the need to address information and accessibility asymmetries in the labour market and strengthen mechanisms that facilitate better linkages between jobseekers and employers. He also underlined that the mobility of workers, both interstate and international, should be duly considered while designing social security and welfare schemes, and called for greater attention to occupational health, physical safety and other workplace concerns of construction workers. He also encouraged greater exchange of experiences and more frequent virtual engagements between the Centre and States for sustained collaboration and mutual learning. Looking ahead, the Secretary outlined key pathways for strengthening the BOCW welfare ecosystem, including consolidation of the diverse measures being undertaken and greater use of actuarial analysis to support sustainable welfare interventions. The second day featured presentations by various states/UTs, highlighting their initiatives and best practices aimed at strengthening welfare and service delivery for Building and Other Construction Workers. Uttar Pradesh presented its work on Skill Development of Building Workers, while Rajasthan shared its experience with Digital Labour Chowks. Bihar highlighted the Shram Seva Suvidha Kendras, and Assam presented the Nirman Sakhi Portal. The Conference also held a dedicated session on Skilling and Employment, including a presentation on skilling by the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship and a presentation on India's employment growth story by the Ministry of Labour & Employment, followed by discussions.
7 killed in 2 road accidents in Assams Sonitpur, Biswanath
Assam conservationist urges SC panel to halt transfer of 5 elephants to Tamil Nadu
Guwahati: Assam conservationist Rohit Choudhury has urged the Supreme Court-appointed High Powered Committee (HPC) to immediately intervene and halt the ongoing transfer of four captive elephants from Assam to Tamil Nadu, while seeking scrutiny of the circumstances surrounding the transfer of five elephants from the state. One of the five elephants, Durga, has already been [] The post Assam conservationist urges SC panel to halt transfer of 5 elephants to Tamil Nadu appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister and Congress General Secretary in-charge of Assam, Bhupesh Baghel, has sharply criticized Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, urging him to prioritize flood relief and rising prices in his own state rather than commenting on Chhattisgarhs 2028 elections. Speaking at Rajiv Bhawan on Saturday, Baghel said Sarma should be more concerned... The post Assam Congress In-Charge Bhupesh Baghel Hits Back At CM Himanta, Says Focus On Flood Relief, Not 2028 Polls first appeared on Northeast Today .
Assam Rifles Seized Meth Tablets Worth
In a significant anti-narcotics operation, Assam Rifles, in collaboration with the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Aizawl, seized 6.991 kilograms of methamphetamine tablets worth approximately 5.59 crore in Mizoram. The operation, carried out on Saturday under the aegis of the Indian Armys Spear Corps, was based on specific intelligence inputs. Security forces intercepted two suspicious vehicles... The post Assam Rifles Seized Meth Tablets Worth 5.59 Crore In Mizoram, Two Arrested first appeared on Northeast Today .
Sandhyaraag: The Quiet Revolution of Assamese Cinema
Sandhyaraag (1977), the black-and-white Assamese classic directed and produced by Bhabendra Nath Saikia, has an important place in the evolution of serious cinema in Assam. Based on Saikias story Banprastha, the film also features a screenplay and dialogues written by the director himself. It received the Silver Medal for Best Assamese Film at the 25th [] The post Sandhyaraag: The Quiet Revolution of Assamese Cinema appeared first on NorthEast Now .
