Meghalaya: State records third-highest GST revenue growth in Northeast at 35% in October
Guwahati: Meghalaya recorded a 35 per cent increase in Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenue in October, emerging as the third-highest performer among northeastern states after Assam and Manipur, officials said on Sunday. The states GST collections rose to Rs 216 crore in October, compared with Rs 160 crore during the corresponding month last year. [] The post Meghalaya: State records third-highest GST revenue growth in Northeast at 35% in October appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Shutdown in 3 Arunachal Pradesh districts today to oppose Siang mega dam
PM Modi to inaugurate Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo 2026 in Delhi today
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 2 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on Monday and address the gathering, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) said. The four-day summit, scheduled to be held from November 2 to 5, will bring together global policymakers, investors, financial institutions and industry leaders to promote investment, innovation and international partnerships in the renewable energy sector. The theme of the summit is Invest. Innovate. Inspire. According to the PMO, Bharat RE 2026 will attract participants from more than 130 countries, including over 40 Ministers. It will serve as a global platform for clean energy investment, industry engagement and technology partnerships. Nine countries and regional groupings -- Australia, Denmark, the European Union, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and the United Kingdom -- will participate as Country Partners. Thirteen states and Union Territories will also showcase their renewable energy potential, investment opportunities and manufacturing capabilities at the summit. These include Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal. The summit will be organised alongside the 9th Session of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly and the 4th International Conference on Green Hydrogen (ICGH), bringing three major clean energy platforms together. While Bharat RE will focus on investment, industry and technology partnerships across the clean energy sector, the ISA Assembly will work towards advancing international cooperation in solar energy, including finance and institutional capacity. The International Conference on Green Hydrogen, meanwhile, will focus on green hydrogen technologies, investment and large-scale deployment. Together, these three platforms are expected to strengthen international cooperation and accelerate the deployment of clean energy solutions. Building on the legacy of RE-INVEST, India's flagship renewable energy investment summit, Bharat RE 2026 will provide an expanded platform for global engagement across the clean energy sector. The summit will feature plenary sessions, ministerial discussions, CEO roundtables and country and state sessions. It will also facilitate business-to-business, business-to-government and government-to-government engagements to promote investments, partnerships and project development. The accompanying Expo will feature more than 400 exhibitors showcasing advanced technologies, Indian manufacturing capabilities and clean energy solutions. The exhibits will cover a wide range of sectors, including solar and wind power, green hydrogen, energy storage and other emerging areas of renewable energy.
Assam vs Karnataka Live Streaming: Where To Watch Ranji Trophy Match In India
Assam will take on Karnataka in the fourth round of the Ranji Trophy 2026-27. Check the match date, time, venue and live streaming details in India.
Assam Governor Calls for Enhanced Cooperation Among States During Foundation Day Celebrations
Assam Governor emphasizes unity and diversity among states to achieve Indias development goals by 2047 during foundation day celebrations. Assam Governor Calls for Enhanced Cooperation Among States During Foundation Day Celebrations
Assam CM lauds Sunidhi Chauhan's Guwahati concert, says city's live music scene 'just heating up'
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Nov 1 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday praised singer Sunidhi Chauhan's performance at a concert in Guwahati, highlighting the enthusiastic audience response and smooth crowd management during the event. In a post on social media platform X, CM Sarma described Chauhan's performance at G-Town on Saturday as scintillating and congratulated the organisers and others involved for ensuring a smooth flow of the crowd. The Chief Minister also highlighted the growing concert culture in Guwahati, indicating that several prominent Indian and international musical acts are scheduled to perform in the city in the coming days. Missed it? We have several more, CM Sarma said, listing popular singers Shreya Ghoshal, Mohit Chauhan and Sonu Nigam among the upcoming performers. He also mentioned internationally renowned rock band Guns N' Roses and British virtual band Gorillaz as part of the announced musical attractions. The concert scene here is just heating up, the Chief Minister said, signalling the state government's focus on positioning Guwahati as an emerging destination for major live entertainment events. The social media post also featured visuals from the concert, highlighting the enthusiastic participation of the audience. An accompanying message noted that the crowd had transformed into a virtual chorus, with spectators in Guwahati singing along to more than half of the songs performed on stage. The successful conduct of the event and the enthusiastic response from music lovers reflect the growing appetite for large-scale live entertainment in Assam's capital city. Guwahati has increasingly been attracting major cultural and entertainment events, with performances by established Indian singers and international artistes expected to add momentum to the city's concert calendar. The Chief Minister's remarks also underline the potential of live entertainment to strengthen Assam's cultural and tourism profile while attracting visitors from neighbouring states and other parts of the country. The upcoming concerts featuring prominent performers are expected to further boost Guwahati's position on India's live entertainment map.
Tripura civic polls: Left Front accuses BJP of obstructing oppn candidates from filing nominations
BJP, Tipra Motha to contest Tripura civic polls together
Dibrugarhs Kuki-Zo community celebrates cultural pride with Chavang Kut festival
6 KSU functionaries, arrested over Shillong rally violence, get bail
Bodies of 2 missing Kuki-Zo youths found in gunny bags in Kangpokpi
Meghalaya gets Rs 688cr in latest tax devolution instalment
Only 33 Myanmar refugees left for biometric enrolment in Mizoram
Indoor greenery finds more takers as Diwali pollution concerns grow
3 held with Rs 40cr crystal meth in Cachar
Rs 1.27cr poppy seeds seized from truck in Cachar, driver detained
Another ex-employee of defunct paper mill dies, toll up to 134
650 bighas reclaimed, 550 houses razed in Dhubri eviction; DC says op peaceful
AROHAN turns classroom lessons into experiential learning
Pivotal moment: CM Sarma thanks Centre for Guwahati-Delhi bullet train link
Pune varsity offers scholarships to 8 NE students
CM slams Cong over Delhi rally, BJP takes out march in Morigaon
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma challenges Rahul Gandhi over election boycott pledge
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750 Families Removed, Mosques Demolished In Assam Eviction Drive
The 750 families had allegedly occupied government land and established settlements in the Alamganj Ninth Block area for several years.
Vishal Mishra bids adieu to his furry friend: You were the light when it was all dark around me
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 1 (IANS) Music composer Vishal Mishra, who is known for the chartbuster song Pehle Bhi Main from Animal, has bid farewell to his furry friend. On Sunday, the composer took to his Instagram, and shared a throwback picture with his dog. He also penned a long note in the caption, as he shared how the pet was an integral part of his life. He wrote, Hashu. My Baby. I will miss you so much, its not going to be same without you. Your presence & love made the whole family better. He further mentioned, You were the light when it was all dark around me. I dont know what else to say but I know you know. Thank you for being there. Sorry if I ever failed you, my baby. I hope we find each other again in our next birth. Love you always. Actress Rubina Dilaik took to the comments section, and wrote, Pain of loosing a pet is irreparable. Sending prayers to Hashu. Singer-songwriter Armaan Malik wrote, Losing a pet is the worst pain ever, sending you healing and may little Hashu rest in peace. Choreographer Dhanashree Verma wrote, Nooo. rest in peace. Meanwhile, on the work front,the composer had pledged to organise concerts in Assam and Nepal, with every penny raised going towards flood relief and supporting the affected people. He went on to share that an official announcement will follow soon. He took to Instagram, where he shared a note announcing the gig. He shared, My heart is heavy seeing what's happening So I have made a decision. I WILL PERFORM A CONCERT IN #NEPAL AND A CONCERT IN #ASSAM. EVERY SINGLE PENNY. WILL GO TOWARDS FLOOD RELIEF AND THE PEOPLE AFFECTED. I GIVE YOU MY WORD. Announcement soon (sic). He wrote in the caption, Stay strong , will do whatever I can individually, Har Har Mahadev (sic). Assam was hit with devastating floods beginning on July 19, 2026. The first spell of intense rainfall occurred around 28 June. The Second hit was severe due to monsoonal downpours and upstream cloudbursts on 19 July. The crisis reached its peak later in July, submerging villages.
Guwahati: Grasses account for more than 81% of the food consumed by Asian elephants in tea gardens and adjoining landscapes of Assams Udalguri district, with researchers recording 84 grass-feeding events among 103 observations during a field study. The findings, published in the Journal of Threatened Taxa, highlight the ecological importance of grass-rich habitats within tea [] The post Beyond shelter, Assams tea gardens also serve as feeding grounds for elephants appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam and Mizoram Authorities Seize
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
Assam governor calls for wider opportunities for youth
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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
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 .
Scientific temperament key to rule of law: Justice Ujjal Bhuyan
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.
3 Assam Cops Part Of Guwahati Hotel Shooting Probe Team Transferred
The transfers come days after the shooting at Hotel Bilas Inn, where a dispute over the property's lease and management allegedly turned violent.
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.
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.
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 .
Lakhimpur to conduct eviction drives at 5 locations across district in Nov
After UDP exodus, Metbah quits Meghalaya cabinet
Centre suspends census in Manipur amid NRC first demands by Meiteis, Nagas
Rescued from floods, Ganga now a granny as rhino calf born in Manas
Mizoram Police to deploy 4 battalions for renewed anti-drug drive
Buxa tigress to be brought back from Assam over proximity to human habitation
Meghalaya HC upholds 24-year RI for man who sexually assaulted stepdaughter
Tripura BJP backs SIR at Agartala rally
Tripura seeks Centres help to restore Rudrasagar Lake
Red-collared dove, among 15 bird species recorded during 35th Ziro Bird Walk
Involve local MLAs during field visits, Assam CM tells ministers
Buddha relics reach Arunachal; PM, Dalai Lama hail states link to Buddhist heritage
Assam govt signs pact for Rs 600cr proton therapy facility at GMCH, eyes affordable cancer care
2 SIT officers probing Guwahati hotel shooting case transferred
3 Kuki-Zos killed in Manipur gunfight with Nagas; mass rally halts Imphal
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.
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.
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.
Thiruvananthapuram Zoo's Star Rhino Shambhu Dies
The cost of transporting the rhino from Assam was Rs 6.5 lakhs: Reports
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Oct 31 (IANS) Union Minister and BJP leader Sukanta Majumdar on Saturday alleged that illegal infiltrators from Bangladesh were part of a larger attempt to change India's demographic composition and destabilise the country, urging people to remain vigilant against such activities. Addressing reporters here, Majumdar said the people of Assam understood the challenges of illegal immigration better than anyone else in the country, given the state's geographical proximity to Bangladesh and its history of migration-related concerns. Nobody in India understands the issue of infiltrators better than the people of Assam. Every day, someone or the other is apprehended here. Even yesterday, I saw a news report about 36 people being caught who admitted that they were Bangladeshis and had come from Bangladesh, he said. Alleging that the objective of such infiltration was to alter India's demography, the Minister said forces seeking to destabilise the country were working towards a larger agenda. We have to remain alert against these forces. Their objective is to change the demography and destroy India, the BJP leader alleged. Majumdar also highlighted the Centre's poverty alleviation initiatives, claiming that 500 million people had been brought out of multidimensional poverty during the last 12 years under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership. He said the country had witnessed a transformation under the present government, contrasting its achievements with previous governments that, according to him, had only raised slogans such as 'Garibi Hatao'. The Union Minister particularly emphasised the importance of educating younger generations about national issues, including illegal immigration and its potential implications for national security. Referring to Generation Z and the upcoming Generation Alpha, Majumdar urged young people to seek information independently and not blindly accept the narratives presented by political leaders. He appealed to citizens to examine facts and raise awareness among the country's youth about issues concerning national security, demographic changes and India's stability.
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.
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
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
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.
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.
Drug regulators flag failures in quality management system; Sun Pharmaceuticals compliance report under review
Tiger Revival In Bengal's Buxa Reserve Hits Snag As Tigress Wanders To Assam
For over a decade, the Buxa Tiger Reserve had no tiger population after a decline that began around 2009-2010. Declared a Tiger Reserve in 1983, Buxa forms part of a larger wildlife landscape with connectivity to forests and protected areas of Bhutan and Assam.
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
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
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 .
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 .
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.
Centre Approves Assam's Guwahati Airport As Export Gateway For Agarwood Oil And Chips
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.
Assam: Guwahati protest demands scrapping of Siang dam, release of over 60 detainees
Guwahati: More than 100 people staged a protest in Guwahati on Friday, demanding the scrapping of the proposed 11,200 MW Upper Siang Multipurpose Project in Arunachal Pradesh. The demonstration was held outside Cotton University in solidarity with the anti-dam peoples movement in Arunachal Pradesh. The protesters urged the government to immediately cancel the project and [] The post Assam: Guwahati protest demands scrapping of Siang dam, release of over 60 detainees appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Several injured as two passenger boats collide on Brahmaputra in Assam
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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...
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)
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
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
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 .
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.
Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya inaugurates ISKCON Assam jubilee
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GLOF damages roads, washes away bridge in Bhutan
Vulnerable revenue circles in Dhubri and Kokrajhar districts of Assam have been put on high alert
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 []
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.
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.
1,609 graduate at Assam Royal Global University convocation
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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.
DRI seizes 50kg of methamphetamine in Mizoram, Assam; 4 arrested
22 countries take part in intl tourism mart in Tawang
Ist time in 3 years, Meitei & Naga bodies to rally against Kuki militants in Imphal today
