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Assam and Mizoram authorities have seized drugs worth 46.25 crore and arrested five traffickers in two major operations. Assam and Mizoram Authorities Seize 46.25 Crore in Drugs, Five Traffickers Arrested

Daily Kiran 1 Nov 2026 8:02 pm

Assam governor calls for wider opportunities for youth

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The News Mill 1 Nov 2026 7:35 pm

Ranji Trophy: Karnataka hopes to ride momentum; Assam looks for home comfort

The former is fresh off an innings win over Tripura while the latter will need to punch above its weight; veteran Mayank has to pull his weight for the southern side

The Hindu 1 Nov 2026 7:13 pm

Assam forest dept under fire as hills mined, waterbody filled

Guwahati: In a glaring indictment of the Assam Forest Departments failure to protect wildlife habitats, large-scale hill cutting and the alleged filling of an elephant watering site have been reported in the Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) of Amchang Wildlife Sanctuary, barely a few metres from the protected areas boundary and adjacent to Guwahati city. What makes [] The post Assam forest dept under fire as hills mined, waterbody filled & elephant corridor blocked in Amchang appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 1 Nov 2026 6:52 pm

BJP leaders and workers march through Shimla for Loktantra Bachao campaign

The BJP organised a Loktantra Bachao padyatra in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, with Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma joining the march. The procession began at the Old Bus Stand and proceeded towards Chaura Maidan, where a public meeting was scheduled. BJP State president Rajiv Bindal, Leader of the Opposition Jairam Thakur, former Union Minister Anurag Thakur and other party leaders participated in the event.

The Hindu 1 Nov 2026 3:39 pm

Bullet train to Northeast: PM Modi approves Delhi-Guwahati bullet train corridor expansion, extending proposed route to Assam via Varanasi, Patna and Siliguri; CM Himanta thanks Centre

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has welcomed the extension of the Northern bullet train corridor from Siliguri to Guwahati, saying Delhi-Guwahati travel could take under eight hours. PM Narendra Modi has approved the Northern corridor, which will connect major cities across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and West Bengal before reaching Assam.

The Economic Times 1 Nov 2026 10:45 am

Assam signs Rs 600 crore deal for India's first state-run proton therapy centre

The Government of Assam has signed an agreement with IBA Particle Therapy India Pvt. Ltd. to establish a Proton Beam Therapy Centre. This facility will be the first of its kind in India, aiming to provide advanced cancer treatment. The project involves an investment of approximately Rs. 600 crore, with support from the World Bank. Specialised training will be provided to medical personnel for operating this advanced technology.

The Economic Times 1 Nov 2026 10:24 am

Assam: Two leopard cubs rescued near residential area in Margherita

Doomdooma: Two leopard cubs, a male and a female aged around two to three months, were rescued by the Forest Department near a residential area in Assams Margherita, Tinsukia district, Wildlife Trust of India (WTI) said on Saturday. The cubs were rescued this week in the Margherita East Range under the Digboi Forest Division. WTI [] The post Assam: Two leopard cubs rescued near residential area in Margherita appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 1 Nov 2026 7:20 am

After UDP exodus, Metbah quits Meghalaya cabinet

The Times of India 31 Oct 2026 11:47 pm

Tripura BJP backs SIR at Agartala rally

The Times of India 31 Oct 2026 11:46 pm

Tripura seeks Centres help to restore Rudrasagar Lake

The Times of India 31 Oct 2026 11:46 pm

Rhino Rescued In 2004 Brahmaputra Flood Becomes 'Granny', Assam CM Shares Adorable Video

A new greater one-horned rhino calf is born at Manas National Park, continuing three generations of thriving rhinos in Assam.

NDTV 31 Oct 2026 10:12 pm

4 More Arrests In India-Myanmar Drug Racket Probe, 991 Bank Accounts Frozen

The investigation has brought to light financial transactions worth hundreds of crores of rupees, with suspected links stretching from Myanmar-based drug suppliers to operators in Mizoram and money handlers in Assam and other parts of the country.

NDTV 31 Oct 2026 9:54 pm

Police Transfers Follow Guwahati Hotel Firing Incident

The Assam government has transferred two senior police officers who were part of the SIT investigating the Guwahati hotel firing incident, which resulted in five deaths. The transfers are among seven senior police officers moved across the state. The incident involved a dispute between a hotel owner and leaseholder, leading to a shootout. The prime accused, Ghanakanta Gogoi, was arrested, and his wife presented herself to the police.

Rediff 31 Oct 2026 8:37 pm

Assam takes giant leap in cancer care as Guwahati to get India's first State Govt-established Proton Therapy Centre

In a landmark step towards transforming cancer care in Assam and the Northeast, the Government of Assam on Saturday signed an agreement with IBA Particle Therapy India Pvt. Ltd. for establishing a Proton Beam Therapy Centre in Guwahati. The agreement was signed at Lok Sewa Bhawan in Guwahati in the presence of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. With an investment of approximately Rs. 600 crore, the Centre will be India's first proton therapy facility to be established by a State Government. It will bring one of the world's most advanced forms of radiation-based cancer treatment closer to patients in the Northeast, while positioning Assam as a major hub for specialised cancer care. Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Sarma termed the initiative as an important milestone in the State Government's sustained efforts to make advanced cancer treatment accessible and affordable to ordinary citizens. He said,

devdiscourse 31 Oct 2026 8:09 pm

Assam to open India

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The News Mill 31 Oct 2026 8:07 pm

Thiruvananthapuram Zoo's Star Rhino Shambhu Dies

The cost of transporting the rhino from Assam was Rs 6.5 lakhs: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 31 Oct 2026 7:55 pm

China's mega hydropower projects in earthquake-prone Tibet spark safety concerns

Digital Desk | Washington, Oct 31 (IANS) China's efforts to harness immense natural power are unfolding in a region prone to considerable geological instability, a report has stated. It noted that the October 22 earthquake underscores that tectonic activity is not merely a feature of the region's geological past but remains an active threat, posing risks that must be factored into the design and operation of major infrastructure projects. On October 22, 2026, a powerful magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Baqing County in Nagqu, Tibet, killing at least 16 people, injuring dozens, and destroying hundreds of homes. According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake resulted from movement along a normal fault within the Tibetan Plateau, where the continuing collision of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates creates enormous geological stresses. The plateau is still being pushed upward and stretched eastward and westward, according to a report in the American magazine The National Interest'. This was no isolated event. Since 1900, the Tibetan Plateau and its surrounding regions have experienced 29 earthquakes of magnitude 7.0 or greater. The devastating 1950 Assam-Tibet earthquake reached magnitude 8.6 and killed 4,800 people, while the 2010 Yushu earthquake in neighbouring Qinghai claimed more than 2,500 lives. The latest earthquake is another reminder that the Himalayas and Tibetan Plateau remain among the worlds most geologically unstable regions, it noted. The latest earthquake struck less than two months after another major disaster in the Himalayas. On August 26, a massive mass of glacier ice and rock collapsed near the Nepal-Tibet border, triggering a destructive surge of water, mud and boulders, the report mentioned. It stated that the two disasters, one triggered by seismic activity and the other by the collapse of glacier ice and rock, highlight different aspects of the same underlying vulnerability. They also raise serious concerns about the ability of China's massive hydropower complex under construction on the Yarlung Tsangpo River in southeastern Tibet to withstand such extreme natural events. Although neither disaster occurred at the project site, both illustrate the geological and environmental hazards that major infrastructure throughout the Himalayas must confront. The question matters because the Yarlung Tsangpo becomes the Brahmaputra upon entering India and eventually flows into Bangladesh, linking the safety of Chinas upstream engineering projects to the lives and livelihoods of millions downstream, the report detailed. Chinas project, launched in July 2025, is among the most ambitious hydropower undertakings in history. With an estimated investment of 1.2 trillion yuan (about $170 billion), it involves five cascading hydropower stations designed to exploit the rivers extraordinary energy potential before it enters India, where it becomes the Brahmaputra River, which flows through Bangladesh to the Bay of Bengal, it added. The report cited research published in 2026 in Palaeogeography, Palaeoclimatology, Paleoecology, which identified six devastating prehistoric floods in the Yarlung Tsangpo Gorge system following natural dam failures. The findings, it said, underscore that the threat of exceptionally large floods is grounded in the Tsangpo River's geological past rather than being merely a hypothetical engineering concern.

bhaskarlive 31 Oct 2026 7:40 pm

Assam Chief Minister Sarma Challenges Congress on Fear Claims

Assams CM Himanta Biswa Sarma questions Congress on how they measure fear among political opponents in a recent social media post. Assam Chief Minister Sarma Challenges Congress on Fear Claims

Daily Kiran 31 Oct 2026 7:36 pm

Mayur Bora Delivers First Abani Borthakur Memorial Lecture in Nazira

The first annual Abani Borthakur Memorial Lecture was held in Nazira on Saturday in memory of eminent thinker, educationist, veteran communist leader and founding Principal of Nazira College, Abani Bo

Assam Times 31 Oct 2026 6:21 pm

India's 1st Public-Sector Proton Therapy Centre To Be Set Up In Guwahati

The proposed facility is expected to significantly strengthen Assam's cancer-care infrastructure and provide patients in the Northeast access to advanced treatment facilities without having to travel to other parts of the country.

NDTV 31 Oct 2026 6:13 pm

India's first public sector proton beam therapy unit to come up in Assam; state signs MoU with Belgian firm

Assam has signed an MoU with Belgium-based Ion Beam Applications (IBA) to set up India's first public-sector proton beam therapy centre in Guwahati at a cost of Rs 600 crore. The facility will offer advanced cancer treatment, particularly for children, and is expected to take at least three years to become operational.

The Economic Times 31 Oct 2026 6:01 pm

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma asks ministers to keep local MLAs informed about constituency visits

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has requested ministers to improve their engagement with MLAs during official visits. He emphasized the importance of keeping local MLAs informed about ministers' activities in their constituencies. Further, he encouraged ministers to invite MLAs to public programs and functions for collective engagement. Sarma believes that coordination between ministers and MLAs will enhance governance and developmental initiatives.

The Economic Times 31 Oct 2026 5:53 pm

Ophthalmic products recalled: Why drug regulators ordered Sun Pharma to halt eye-drop production at Assam plant?

Drug regulators flag failures in quality management system; Sun Pharmaceuticals compliance report under review

Livemint 31 Oct 2026 5:34 pm

Assam CM Praises ISROs GSLV-F18 Launch, Boosting Indias Defense Capabilities

Assams Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma commended ISROs GSLV-F18 launch, enhancing Indias navigation and defense capabilities. Assam CM Praises ISROs GSLV-F18 Launch, Boosting Indias Defense Capabilities

Daily Kiran 31 Oct 2026 3:47 pm

Assam Chief Minister Claims 496 Million Lifted from Poverty in Last Decade

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma reports significant poverty reduction and job creation under Modis leadership over the past decade. Assam Chief Minister Claims 496 Million Lifted from Poverty in Last Decade

Daily Kiran 31 Oct 2026 3:02 pm

Assam: Golden Langur travels 32.5 km across four locations in Nalbari, study finds

Doomdooma: A solitary male Golden Langur travelled at least 32.5 km across four locations in Assams Nalbari district over six months, moving through villages, agricultural fields and urban areas using scattered trees and bamboo clumps for shelter and movement, according to a scientific study published on October 26. The study, published in the Journal of [] The post Assam: Golden Langur travels 32.5 km across four locations in Nalbari, study finds appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 31 Oct 2026 2:31 pm

Buxa tigress crosses into Assam, West Bengal government prepares return

Guwahati: A tigress released in Buxa Tiger Reserve earlier this month has crossed into Assam, prompting the West Bengal government to prepare for its return. Forest Minister Manoj Oraon is scheduled to visit Raimona National Park in Assams Kokrajhar district on October 31, Saturday, to assess the animals condition and decide how it can be [] The post Buxa tigress crosses into Assam, West Bengal government prepares return appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 31 Oct 2026 2:22 pm

Watch: Bhutan glacial lake outburst flood damages bridge, roads; Assam on alert

A glacial lake outburst flood at Shintapu Tsho in Bhutans Gasa district has damaged roads, public infrastructure and swept away a Bailey bridge in Punakha. The flood has also raised concerns over a newly formed artificial lake downstream. In India, vulnerable areas in Assams Dhubri and Kokrajhar districts have been put on high alert.

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 2:21 pm

Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak awarded to 490 police personnel

It is conferred on members of police forces, security organisations, intelligence wings, branches and special branches of States and Union Territories, CAPFs, CPOs, the National Security Guard and Assam Rifles

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 1:54 pm

Piyush Goyal says Assam's fragrant gold gets global gateway! Centre approves Guwahati airport as export point for agarwood; all about the 'scent of fortune'

Assam's agarwood industry has received an export boost after the Centre approved Guwahati airport as an export point for agarwood chips and oil. The move is expected to ease logistics for farmers, producers and exporters across the Northeast, helping them access international markets. Agarwood, also known as oud, is a fragrant resin-rich wood valued for its use in perfumes, incense and traditional fragrances.

The Economic Times 31 Oct 2026 12:45 pm

Several injured as two passenger boats collide on Brahmaputra in Assam

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The News Mill 31 Oct 2026 11:47 am

Assam: Several injured after 2 boats colide on Brahmaputra River At Bahari Ghat

Two mechanised passenger boats carrying over 100 passengers collided at Bahari Ghat on the Brahmaputra River in Assam's Barpeta district, leaving several people injured. According to preliminary information, one passenger boat was arriving at Bahari Ghat from the southern bank of the Brahmaputra, while another was stationed at the ghat, boarding passengers. The incoming boat reportedly lost control while approaching the ghat and rammed into the stationary vessel, triggering panic among passengers. Several passengers sustained injuries in the collision and were rushed to Chenga Model Hospital for medical treatment. Meanwhile, allegations have emerged that neither of the two mechanised boats was equipped with life jackets, raising serious concerns over passenger safety and compliance with water transport safety norms. The two boats reportedly left Bahari Ghat shortly after the incident. Further details regarding the exact number of injured passengers and the circumstances leading to the...

devdiscourse 31 Oct 2026 11:45 am

IPS officer who led Pahalgam attack probe bags Home Ministers medal

Srinagar, Oct 31: IPS officer Sandeep Chaudhary, a 2012-batch officer who headed the investigation into the Pahalgam terror attack, has been awarded the Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak for outstanding work in investigation. The medal is among the awards conferred on 490 personnel from various States, Union Territories, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and Central Police Organisations (CPOs) for the year 2026, according to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). The Ministry said the medal recognises excellent work, promotes high professional standards and boosts the morale of police and other personnel. The award was instituted by the Ministry of Home Affairs through a notification dated February 1, 2024, and is conferred on personnel of police forces, security organisations, intelligence wings, CAPFs, CPOs, the National Security Guard, Assam Rifles and forensic science departments for excellence in operations, outstanding investigation, exceptional performance, intelligence services and meritorious work in forensic science, the Ministry said. The medal is announced every year on October 31 to mark the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.(KNO)

Greater Kashmir 31 Oct 2026 11:32 am

West Bengal steps up efforts to bring back tigress that strayed into Assam

West Bengal Forest Minister Manoj Oraon is all set to visit the tigress in Assam and finalise the plan to tranquilise it and bring back to Bengals territory

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 11:09 am

West Bengal steps up efforts to bring back tigress that strayed into Assam

West Bengal Forest Minister Manoj Oraon is all set to visit the tigress in Assam and finalise the plan to tranquilise it and bring back to Bengals territory

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 11:09 am

Bhutan GLOF alert: Assam, Bengal districts on high alert as floodwaters threaten

A glacial lake outburst flood has been reported at Shintaphu Lake in Bhutan, threatening local areas. Following the flood report, water levels are expected to rise in Alipurduar and Dhubri districts. Authorities have been advised to monitor the situation closely and take necessary precautions. Assam's Chief Minister has assured that official teams are on standby for response efforts. Residents are urged to stay alert and follow updates from local officials.

The Economic Times 31 Oct 2026 9:42 am

Assam: New study documents Moran community

Doomdooma: A new scientific study has documented Assams Moran communitys traditional knowledge of how insects and birds behave before changes in weather. The findings show how local communities observe their environment and use this knowledge to understand weather patterns. Published on October 29, 2026, in Archives of Current Research International, the study, titled Indigenous Technical [] The post Assam: New study documents Moran communitys traditional insect and bird weather indicators appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 31 Oct 2026 9:36 am

Woman Delivers Baby On Bus In Assam, Driver, Passengers Help

The driver said he heard passengers shouting from inside the bus and stopped the vehicle after learning that the woman was about to deliver.

NDTV 31 Oct 2026 8:28 am

GLOF damages roads, washes away bridge in Bhutan

Vulnerable revenue circles in Dhubri and Kokrajhar districts of Assam have been put on high alert

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 2:36 am

Bengal shifts 12,000 people to safety as glacial lake outburst hits Bhutan

PTI Kolkata/Guwahati West Bengal shifted 12,000 people living along the Sankosh in Alipurduar district to safety, while Assam closely monitored the situation in vulnerable areas of Dhubri and Kokrajhar districts after the rivers water level rose following a glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) in adjoining Bhutan, officials said. Water level in the Sankosh, which forms []

The Navhind Times 31 Oct 2026 12:07 am

36 Bangladeshis held for entering Assam without valid documents

Thirty-six Bangladeshi nationals were apprehended in Dhubri for allegedly entering India without valid documents. Authorities received a tip-off regarding a potential mass transit of infiltrators through the area. The arrests took place early in the morning at the Jogamaya ferry ghat of the Brahmaputra river. The individuals all came from Chapai Nawabganj in Rajshahi division of Bangladesh. Investigations are ongoing as police conduct document scrutiny and questioning.

The Economic Times 31 Oct 2026 12:05 am

Flood scare: West Bengal moves 12,000 to safety after Bhutan Glof swells Sankosh

West Bengal authorities have evacuated 12,000 residents due to rising water levels in the Sankosh River. Assam is monitoring vulnerable districts like Dhubri and Kokrajhar closely for any potential impact. A glacial lake outburst flood in Bhutan led to significant increases in the river's water levels. Local disaster response forces have been mobilized to enhance emergency readiness in affected areas.

The Economic Times 30 Oct 2026 11:53 pm

1,609 graduate at Assam Royal Global University convocation

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The News Mill 30 Oct 2026 11:41 pm

DRI seizes 50 kg of methamphetamine in Assam, Mizoram; four arrested

Digital Desk | Guwahati, October 30 (IANS) The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has dealt a major blow to a Myanmar-linked drug smuggling network by seizing 50 kg of methamphetamine, including Yaba tablets and crystal meth, in two intelligence-led operations in Assam and Mizoram, officials said on Friday. Four persons have been arrested under the provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, while three vehicles allegedly used for transporting the contraband have been seized. According to the DRI, the first operation was conducted on October 29 following specific intelligence inputs about the transportation of narcotics from Zokhawthar towards Aizawl and Silchar. Acting on the inputs, DRI officials, with operational assistance from the Assam Rifles, intercepted a Mahindra Bolero Camper on the outskirts of Aizawl along the Aizawl-Champhai Road. A thorough search of the vehicle led to the recovery of 30 brick-sized packets containing pinkish-orange methamphetamine tablets, weighing around 30 kg. The drugs were concealed inside a specially constructed cavity in an office table fitted with a storage cabinet. Investigators suspect that the furniture was used as cover cargo to make the vehicle appear to be transporting ordinary household or office goods. In the second operation on October 30, DRI officials, assisted by the Assam Rifles, intercepted an Ashok Leyland truck and a Bolero Camper at Dholai, around 40 km from Silchar in Assam. A search of the truck resulted in the recovery of 20 packets containing 20 kg of crystal methamphetamine. The contraband was concealed above the driver's cabin and packed inside tea packets bearing foreign markings, apparently to evade detection. Field tests indicated the presence of amphetamine in the seized substance. Preliminary investigations suggest that the drugs were smuggled from Myanmar through the Northeast. The latest seizures come against the backdrop of two recent major methamphetamine seizures of 232 kg and 56 kg by the DRI in the region, highlighting the continuing challenge of cross-border narcotics trafficking along India's Northeastern borders.

bhaskarlive 30 Oct 2026 11:33 pm

22 countries take part in intl tourism mart in Tawang

The Times of India 30 Oct 2026 11:10 pm

Assam moves SC against bail to 2 accused in Zubeen case

The Times of India 30 Oct 2026 11:10 pm

Western Assam on alert after glacial lake outburst in Bhutan

The Times of India 30 Oct 2026 11:10 pm

36 Bdeshis detained in Dhubri after illegal entry

The Times of India 30 Oct 2026 11:09 pm

Rs 55cr green AAC block unit opened in Tinsukia

The Times of India 30 Oct 2026 11:08 pm

20 2-wheelers recovered in Arunachal, 1 held

The Times of India 30 Oct 2026 11:07 pm

Truck with 550 bags of urea seized, 1 held in Mizoram

The Times of India 30 Oct 2026 11:07 pm

Govt open to talks on Siang project: Arunachal dy CM

The Times of India 30 Oct 2026 11:07 pm

Plans to preserve Assams heritage in foucus

The Times of India 30 Oct 2026 11:06 pm

Aizawl man sentenced to life in jail for wifes murder

The Times of India 30 Oct 2026 11:06 pm

Over 110 youths trained as nature guides at Manas landscape

More than 110 youths from villages and neighbouring areas of Manas National Park participated in a two-day nature guide training programme organised jointly by the Manas Tiger Reserve (MTR) Authority

Assam Times 30 Oct 2026 11:01 pm

Bulldozers and burden of proof: Assam

Thousands of families have lost their homes in Assam in the name of clearing encroachment. Heres a look at what the record shows, what the state argues, and what remains unanswered. The scale Between May 2021 and 2026, Assam carried out at least 33 documented eviction operations, displacing 20,387 families and over one lakh people, 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 .

The Siasat Daily 30 Oct 2026 10:49 pm

Bhutan glacial lake outburst triggers flood concerns in Assam's Dhubri

People living in vulnerable riverine areas, including Surendrapur and Khoksaguri, expressed fears that a sudden surge in water levels during the night could inundate their homes and agricultural land, leaving them with little time to respond

Mid Day 30 Oct 2026 10:19 pm

Assam Police Detain Over 25 Bangladeshi Nationals From Dhubri

According to Assam police sources, the suspected Bnagladeshi nationals had arrived in Dhubri from Hatsingimari by a motorised boat.

NDTV 30 Oct 2026 9:37 pm

Bengal coordinates with Assam to bring back tigress that strayed into Raimona National Park

Manoj Oraon, West Bengal's Forest Minister, has revealed that the state is joining forces with Assam to recapture a tigress, which was initially released in Buxa Tiger Reserve to help bolster the local tiger numbers. After navigating across the Sankosh river, the tigress found its way into Raimona National Park.

The Economic Times 30 Oct 2026 9:30 pm

Assamese language in focus at Kaliram Medhi memorial lecture

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The News Mill 30 Oct 2026 8:39 pm

Assam: Rousing response to ESM job fair in Dibrugarh

Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 30 (IANS) An Ex-Servicemen (ESM) Job Fair was organised at Dibrugarh in Assam on Friday by the Directorate General Resettlement (DGR), under the Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare (DoESW), Ministry of Defence. The initiative aimed to facilitate meaningful employment opportunities for veterans and connect industry with the experience, skills and leadership of trained Armed Forces personnel transitioning into civilian careers. There was enthusiastic participation from over 434 Ex-Servicemen and 32 leading companies, including multinationals. They offered more than 350 vacancies across diverse sectors. The job fair was inaugurated by Maj Gen Vishal Pathania, General Officer Commanding (GOC), 41 Sub Area, along with Maj Gen SBK Singh, DG DGR, and Brig Saumya Banerjee. Col P K Ghosh (Retd), director, Jalan Industries and Gp Capt Mohanto Panging (Retd) were present as the guests of honour from the corporate side. The senior officers interacted with participating Ex-Servicemen and corporate representatives, gaining insights into emerging employment opportunities, industry expectations and the skills required in the civilian workforce. The interactions highlighted the value of military experience, leadership, discipline and professional expertise in meeting the evolving requirements of the corporate sector, an official said. Among the prominent recruiters at the event were Brahmaputra Cracker and Polymer Ltd, Assam Petro-Chemicals Ltd, Innovision Ltd, Jalan Industries Ltd, Oil India Ltd, ICICI Bank, Dibrugarh University, udChalo, and others. The event provided a common platform for Ex-Servicemen to showcase their technical, managerial, administrative and leadership capabilities, while enabling employers to connect with a skilled, disciplined and experienced talent pool. The initiative reinforced DGRs commitment to facilitating meaningful second-career opportunities for veterans and supporting their transition into the civilian workforce, the official said. DGR continues to facilitate the resettlement of retiring and retired Armed Forces personnel through employment facilitation, skill development, entrepreneurship and industry engagement. Under the guidance of the Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare, such initiatives reaffirm the governments commitment to enabling veterans to transition into meaningful civilian careers with dignity, purpose and continued service to the nation, officials said. DGR encourages corporate organisations and industry associations to strengthen their engagement with Ex-Servicemen and leverage their proven leadership, integrity, discipline and professional expertise. Greater industry participation can help unlock new career pathways for veterans while enabling employers to benefit from this valuable talent pool, the official added. While their training during their military careers provides them with leadership skills, integrity and discipline, officers are now encouraged by the Armed Forces to pursue advanced courses like management and public relations before they retire. This adds to their professional expertise. With a greater number of officers retiring while still in their working ages, such interactions with industry are crucial for their induction in the corporate sector. Companies have acknowledged the value of ESMs within the organisation.

bhaskarlive 30 Oct 2026 8:14 pm

AMCH Technical Coordinator Recruitment 2026

Assam Medical College & Hospital, Dibrugarh (AMCH) has released the official notification for the post of Technical Coordinator. Selection will be carried out through a Walk-in Interview scheduled on 14 November 2026. Candidates should report at 11:00 AM.

FreeJobAlert 30 Oct 2026 7:41 pm

Assams Chief Minister Aims to Curb Youth Migration Through Investment and Industrial Growth

Assams CM Himanta Biswa Sarma emphasizes attracting investment to create jobs and reduce youth migration from the state. Assams Chief Minister Aims to Curb Youth Migration Through Investment and Industrial Growth

Daily Kiran 30 Oct 2026 7:37 pm

Flood Alert in Assams Dhubri District Following Glacial Lake Outburst in Bhutan

Residents in Assams Dhubri district are on high alert after a glacial lake burst in Bhutan raises flood fears. Flood Alert in Assams Dhubri District Following Glacial Lake Outburst in Bhutan

Daily Kiran 30 Oct 2026 7:21 pm

Bengal shifts 12,000 people to safety, Assam monitors situation as GLOF hits adjoining Bhutan

West Bengal has taken precautionary measures by evacuating 12,000 residents from areas near the Sankosh River. This action follows a significant rise in water levels caused by a glacial lake outburst flood in Bhutan. Authorities in Assam are closely monitoring vulnerable regions for potential impacts from the flood. National and State Disaster Response Force teams are prepared for rescue operations if necessary.

The Economic Times 30 Oct 2026 7:12 pm

Illegal Entry: 36 Bangladeshis Held In Assam

Thirty-six Bangladeshi nationals were arrested in Assam's Dhubri district on Friday for allegedly entering India without valid documents. The arrests followed a tip-off about potential mass transit of infiltrators via a river route.

Rediff 30 Oct 2026 6:03 pm