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Eviction demand: Additional forces deployed, no fresh violence in Assams West Karbi Anglong
GUWAHATI: An uneasy calm prevailed in the Kheroni area of Assams West Karbi Anglong district on Wednesday after two days of violence over the demand to evict outsiders from some village grazing reserves (VGRs) and professional grazing reserves (PGRs). Official sources said no untoward incident was reported throughout the night and on Wednesday morning. The violence had left two persons dead and over 45 others, including 38 police personnel, injured on Tuesday. A protestor from the tribal Karbi community, who was allegedly injured in police firing, had succumbed to his injuries at a local hospital. The other deceased, a differently abled man from the Bengali community, was charred to death after he got trapped inside a house that was set on fire. A group of non-tribals staged a protest at a place on the West Karbi Anglong-Hojai district border on Wednesday, demanding the arrest of those who were involved in the violence and compensation of Rs 20 lakh for the family of the non-tribal deceased. Assam violence: Two killed in Karbi Anglong district, Police attacked Authorities deployed additional forces, including five more companies of CRPF, to the affected areas. Security forces conducted a joint flag march. Inspector General of Police (law and order) Akhilesh Kumar Singh told The New Indian Express that the situation was under control. Forces have been deployed in and around Kheroni. There is no unauthorised gathering after we dispersed people, he said. There is no army deployment, but they are moving through the area, he said, responding to a query. Nobody has been arrested so far in connection with the violence, with the IPS officer stating that the focus of the forces is now on restoring normalcy. Protestors torch Assam tribal council chiefs ancestral residence On Tuesday, the protestors from the Karbi community ran riot, torching and vandalising scores of shops and houses. Non-tribal communities, particularly Bihari, were largely affected. The protestors also attacked the police with bombs, stones and arrows. Director General of Police Harmeet Singh and the IGP had sustained minor injuries in stone-throwing. The incidents occurred even as prohibitory orders under Section 163 BNSS remained in force in West Karbi Anglong and Karbi Anglong districts. The government temporarily suspended internet/mobile data services. The two districts fall under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution, where land is protected for indigenous tribal communities. The protesters alleged that vast swathes of land in VGRs and PGRs had been encroached upon by outsiders. Last year, the Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council administration served eviction notices on the illegal settlers, but they moved to the Gauhati High Court challenging the notices. Later, the court issued an interim stay on eviction. Differently abled man among two killed; over 45 injured as violent protests demanding eviction roil Assam
Watch: Two killed, internet suspended in Assams violence-hit Karbi Anglong
Protesters set fire to the ancestral residence of an Assam tribal council chief on December 22, 2025, accusing him of failing to evict outsiders from two categories of government-designated grazing reserves
Assam: Seven Bangladeshi nationals caught after crossing border in Sribhumi district
Guwahati: Seven Bangladeshi nationals were detained near the IndiaBangladesh international border in Assams Sribhumi district, officials said, prompting renewed scrutiny of border security arrangements. Members of the Village Defence Party intercepted the group at Manatoli village under the Mahishasan border belt during routine patrolling. Officials said the individuals had crossed into Indian territory from the [] The post Assam: Seven Bangladeshi nationals caught after crossing border in Sribhumi district appeared first on NorthEast Now .
SSC Constable GD Recruitment 2026: Applications Close December 31, Check Steps To Apply
A total of 25,487 Constable GD vacancies are available across BSF, CISF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, Assam Rifles, and SSF. Matriculation qualification required by January 1, 2026.
Violent protests over alleged illegal non-tribal settlements in Assam's Karbi Anglong region have resulted in two deaths and dozens injured. Tensions over land rights escalated, leading to clashes between tribal protesters and security forces. The state government has imposed restrictions and suspended mobile internet services.
APSC Grade 4 admit card released at apsc.nic.in: Direct link to download here
The Assam Public Service Commission has released the APSC Grade-4 admit card 2025 on its official website, apsc.nic.in. Registered candidates can download the hall ticket using their login credentials. The OMR-based screening test is scheduled for January 4, 2026, marking the first stage of the Grade-IV recruitment process.
Internet suspended in Assams Karbi Anglong, West Karbi Anglong amid unrest
The notification stated that the Government of Assam received reports from the District Magistrates of Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong on December 23 of a serious law and order situation in two districts
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Closely Monitoring Situation: Himanta Sarma On Assam's Karbi Anglong Violence
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday stated that he is closely monitoring the situation in West Karbi Anglong after two people lost their lives during the violent protests in the region.
NHPC declares COD of first unit of Subansiri Lower HE Project
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'Responsibility To Public Goes Beyond Polls': PM Modis Warm Interaction With Assam BJP Leaders
The Prime Minister underlined that public representatives have a continuous role to play in serving society and contributing to its overall well-being
Tribal pushback over 'illegal settlers' kills 2 in Assam's West Karbi Anglong
Two people died and dozens of police officers were injured in violent tribal protests in Assam's West Karbi Anglong district. Demonstrators, armed with bows and crude bombs, clashed with security forces over alleged illegal non-tribal settlements on protected lands. Internet services were suspended as authorities vowed legal action against those involved.
Assam Man Arrested For Social Media Post Supporting Bangladesh Lynching
A man was arrested in Assam's Kamrup district on Tuesday for allegedly making a social media post in support of the lynching of a Hindu youth in Bangladesh, police said.
Assam Will Be Part Of Bangladesh If Immigrants Rise By 10%: Himanta Sarma
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday claimed that Assam will automatically be included in Bangladesh if the number of people from the neighbouring country residing in the northeastern state increased by another 10 per cent.
Rupee rises 5 paise to settle at 89.63 against US dollar
Mumbai, Dec 23 (PTI) The rupee rose 5 paise to settle at 89.63 against the US dollar on Tuesday on the back of a weaker greenback. However, a rise in global crude oil prices, coupled with foreign capital outflows, prevented sharper gains in the local unit, according to forex traders. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 89.67 and traded in the range of 89.58-89.85 before settling at 89.63 against the greenback, up 5 paise from its previous close. The rupee on Monday pared initial gains to settle slightly down by 1 paisa at 89.68 against the US
Sensex slips 42 pts after two-day rally; IT, pharma shares fall on profit-taking
Mumbai, Dec 23 (PTI) Benchmark stock index BSE Sensex slipped by 42 points in a volatile trade on Tuesday following profit-taking in IT and pharma shares and mixed global cues. Snapping the two-day gaining streak, the 30-share BSE Sensex dipped 42.64 points or 0.05 per cent to settle at 85,524.84. The index moved in a range during the day, hitting a high of 85,704.93 and a low of 85,342.99. The 50-share NSE Nifty closed marginally up by 4.75 points or 0.02 per cent to 26,177.15. Metals, FMCG and energy shares witnessed buying interest, while IT and pharma saw selective pressure.
Bihar govt promotes 31 IPS officers
Patna, Dec 23 (PTI) The Bihar government on Tuesday promoted 31 IPS officers, which will be effective from January 1, 2026, a notification issued by the Home Department said. Kundan Krishnan, a 1994-batch IPS officer, has been promoted to the rank of Director General of Police from the post of Additional Director General, it said. Eight officers of the 2008 batch, including DIGs Kim, Nitasha Guriya, Satyaveer Singh, Upendra Kumar Sharma, Bikas Burman and Manoj Kumar, were elevated to the rank of Inspector General. The notification said that 22 IPS officers of the 2012 batch have been promoted to the
Assam: Fresh violence in Karbi Anglong; shops burnt, 48 policemen injured; DGP appeals for calm
Assam emerges as gateway to Act East growth, says Sarbananda Sonowal
Assam is set to become a key growth center for India's Act East Policy. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal highlighted Assam's strategic location, connecting it to a vast market from Nepal to Myanmar. Entrepreneurs are urged to capitalize on this opportunity. Recent years have seen significant reforms and improved connectivity, fostering inclusive development.
Gold scales new peak of Rs 1.4 lakh/10g in Delhi markets as global prices hit records
New Delhi, Dec 23 (PTI) Gold prices stayed in ascending order for the second straight day, climbing Rs 2,650 to a fresh peak of Rs 1,40,850 per 10 grams in the national capital on Tuesday, tracking robust trends in the global markets, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity closed at Rs 1,38,200 per 10 grams on Monday. So far this year, gold prices in the domestic market have jumped by Rs 61,900, or 78.40 per cent, from Rs 78,950 per 10 grams recorded on December 31, 2024. Silver also rallied for
Assam: Internet services suspended in 2 violence-hit Karbi Anglong dist
Guwahati: The Assam government on Tuesday temporarily suspended internet services in Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong districts, following fresh violence during clashes between two groups over the issues of eviction, officials said. At least eight people were injured, as the two groups of protesters clashed, and the police resorted to lathicharge and fired tear-gas 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 .
US VP Vance links Christian identity to American jobs, H1B visas
New York/Washington, Dec 23 (PTI) Vice President JD Vance has asserted that a true Christian identity of the USA is not just about protecting the unborn and linked it to American jobs and H1B visas, saying it is wrong for companies to seek cheaper options in the third world. The remarks by Vance are the latest amid an intensifying crackdown by the Trump administration on immigration, both legal and illegal, as well as the H1B visas, used by corporations in the US to hire foreign talent. A true Christian politics, it cannot just be about the protection of the unborn
Assam: Fresh violence erupts in Karbi Anglong districts; internet suspended
At least eight people were injured, as the two groups of protesters clashed, and the police resorted to lathicharge and fired tear-gas shells to disperse them.
US Justice Department releases new tranche of Epstein files
WASHINGTON, Dec 23 (Reuters) The U.S. Justice Department released a new trove of documents on Tuesday from its investigation into the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, including an email from a prosecutor indicating President Trump had traveled aboard his private jet many more times than previously has been reported. The latest release includes around 30,000 pages of documents, with many redactions, and dozens of video clips, including several purporting to be shot inside a federal detention center. Epstein was found dead in 2019 in a New York jail. His death was ruled a suicide. PRIVATE JET
Prohibitory orders imposed in Assams West Karbi Anglong after tensions escalate
Tensions have erupted in West Karbi Anglong, Assam, leading to prohibitory orders and an internet ban. Clashes between police and protestors over illegal land encroachment resulted in injuries and property damage. Protests escalated after misinformation spread about hunger strikers being forcibly removed. The Chief Minister acknowledged concerns about population demographics and vowed a democratic resolution.
Eviction demand: IPS officer among 38 cops injured in riot in Assams West Karbi Anglong
GUWAHATI: Assams West Karbi Anglong district remained on the boil for the second day on Tuesday with protestors rioting, torching and vandalising shops, and attacking the police with bombs, stones and arrows at Kheroni. The incidents occurred even as prohibitory orders under Section 163 BNSS remained in force in the district as well as in Karbi Anglong district since Monday evening. In the wake of the violence, the state government temporarily suspended internet/mobile data services in West Karbi Anglong and Karbi Anglong districts with immediate effect and until further orders. The protestors from the tribal Karbi community are demanding the eviction of outsiders from some village grazing reserves (VGRs) and professional grazing reserves (PGRs). Director General of Police Harmeet Singh, who has been camping in the district since Monday, told the media that 38 police personnel were injured. They attacked us from two sides. Thirty-eight police personnel, including an IPS officer, were injured. I was hit on my shoulder, Singh said without explaining the nature of the injuries. They (protestors) had promised yesterday that they would not resort to violence. Today again, they attacked shops and burst gas cylinders. We were attacked with bombs. One of our personnel was hit by an arrow. We are exercising restraint. We fired only tear gas and rubber bullets, he further stated. He appealed for peace but warned that if the violence continued, legal measures would be taken. The violence had subsided on Monday night when the states education minister, Ranoj Pegu, and the DGP visited the areas. It broke out again on Tuesday, soon after the minister had left the area. Pegu had managed to persuade the protestors to end their fortnight-long hunger strike, assuring them of dialogue on their demand. We are holding discussions with both protestors and the encroachers, he had told the media before leaving the place. The protestors had on Monday torched the ancestral residence of Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) Chief Executive Member Tuliram Ronghang, after news spread that nine persons taking part in the hunger strike at Kheroni were arrested by the police on Sunday night. Protestors torch Assam tribal council chiefs ancestral residence Later, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma clarified that they were taken to Guwahati as their health condition deteriorated. On Monday morning, after briefly blocking a road and vandalising shops, a large number of protestors proceeded to Donkamokam, which is the constituency of Ronghang located 26 km away, to stage a demonstration. However, security personnel used force, firing blank shots to disperse the protestors. Even as the standoff continued, a few alleged protestors set fire to Ronghangs house and it was gutted. West Karbi Anglong, as well as Karbi Anglong, falls under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution, where land is protected for indigenous tribal communities. The protesters alleged that vast swathes of land in VGRs and PGRs in West Karbi Anglong had been encroached upon by outsiders. Last year, the KAAC administration had served eviction notices on the illegal settlers, but they moved to the Gauhati High Court challenging the notices. Later, the court issued an interim stay on eviction.
Eviction demand: IPS officer among 34 cops injured in riot in Assams West Karbi Anglong
GUWAHATI: Assams West Karbi Anglong district remained on the boil for the second day on Tuesday with protestors rioting, torching and vandalising shops, and attacking the police with bombs, stones and arrows at Kheroni. The incidents occurred even as prohibitory orders under Section 163 BNSS remained in force in the district as well as in Karbi Anglong district since Monday evening. In the wake of the violence, the state government temporarily suspended internet/mobile data services in West Karbi Anglong and Karbi Anglong districts with immediate effect and until further orders. The protestors from the tribal Karbi community are demanding the eviction of outsiders from some village grazing reserves (VGRs) and professional grazing reserves (PGRs). Director General of Police Harmeet Singh, who has been camping in the district since Monday, told the media that 38 police personnel were injured. They attacked us from two sides. Thirty-eight police personnel, including an IPS officer, were injured. I was hit on my shoulder, Singh said without explaining the nature of the injuries. They (protestors) had promised yesterday that they would not resort to violence. Today again, they attacked shops and burst gas cylinders. We were attacked with bombs. One of our personnel was hit by an arrow. We are exercising restraint. We fired only tear gas and rubber bullets, he further stated. He appealed for peace but warned that if the violence continued, legal measures would be taken. The violence had subsided on Monday night when the states education minister, Ranoj Pegu, and the DGP visited the areas. It broke out again on Tuesday, soon after the minister had left the area. Pegu had managed to persuade the protestors to end their fortnight-long hunger strike, assuring them of dialogue on their demand. We are holding discussions with both protestors and the encroachers, he had told the media before leaving the place. The protestors had on Monday torched the ancestral residence of Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) Chief Executive Member Tuliram Ronghang, after news spread that nine persons taking part in the hunger strike at Kheroni were arrested by the police on Sunday night. Protestors torch Assam tribal council chiefs ancestral residence Later, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma clarified that they were taken to Guwahati as their health condition deteriorated. On Monday morning, after briefly blocking a road and vandalising shops, a large number of protestors proceeded to Donkamokam, which is the constituency of Ronghang located 26 km away, to stage a demonstration. However, security personnel used force, firing blank shots to disperse the protestors. Even as the standoff continued, a few alleged protestors set fire to Ronghangs house and it was gutted. West Karbi Anglong, as well as Karbi Anglong, falls under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution, where land is protected for indigenous tribal communities. The protesters alleged that vast swathes of land in VGRs and PGRs in West Karbi Anglong had been encroached upon by outsiders. Last year, the KAAC administration had served eviction notices on the illegal settlers, but they moved to the Gauhati High Court challenging the notices. Later, the court issued an interim stay on eviction.
Internet Suspended, Heavy Security Deployed As Fresh Violence Erupts In Assam's Karbi Anglong
Fresh violence in Karbi Anglong, Assam injured at least eight as protestors clashed. Police used lathicharge and tear-gas. Internet suspended in the region.
Internet services suspended in two violence-hit Karbi Anglong districts in Assam
Home and Political Department said in the interest of maintaining greater public peace and tranquility, and to prevent any deterioration of the present situation, internet services have been temporarily suspended
Assam will become part of Bangladesh if: Himanta
Chabua: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday claimed that Assam will automatically be included in Bangladesh if the number of people from the neighbouring country residing in the northeastern state increased by another 10 percent. Sarma, speaking to reporters after an official event here, said he has been raising this issue for the last 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 .
Assam violence: Clash erupts in Karbi Anglong for second day; at least eight injured
8 Injured As Groups Clash For 2nd Straight Day In Assam's Karbi Anglong
Eight people, including police personnel, were injured, and shops and motorcycles vandalised, as two groups of tribal communities clashed in Kheroni in Assam's West Karbi Anglong district over alleged encroachment on protected tribal lands.
Assams Karbi Anglong unrest: Police firing over PGR-VGR encroachment, eviction in process
Protestors demanding eviction of encroachers from tribal belt areas call off hunger strike
GUWAHATI: Protestors on Tuesday called off their hunger strike demanding eviction of encroachers from tribal belt areas in Karbi Anglong district following talks with Assam minister Ranoj Pegu, a day after the residence of Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) chief was set on fire by agitators . The agitators, belonging to several political and social organisations, have been on a hunger strike for the last 12 days, demanding the eviction of illegal settlers. The protesters set ablaze two motorcycles in the Kheroni area of the district on Tuesday, but there was no report of any other incident of violence since Monday night, officials said. Pegu held talks with protestors, and they called off their hunger strike following assurances from the government that tripartite talks will be held on the issue soon. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma will be present in the meeting, Pegu said. On Monday, four people were injured in police firing on protestors who went on a rampage, setting ablaze the residence of Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) chief executive member Tuliram Ronghang and around 15 shops in Kheroni Bazaar. The protestors also attempted to attack the police station in Kheroni on Monday, but it was foiled by security forces. Prohibitory was still in force in Karbi Anglong and in neighbouring West Karbi Anglong district. Night curfew was also imposed in Karbi Anglong district with restrictions on the movement of any person or groups and private vehicles throughout the district from 5 pm to 6 am. Pegu arrived at Kheroni on Monday night to review the situation. DGP Harmeet Singh also rushed to Karbi Anglong and visited the affected areas, and reviewed the prevailing situation. Pegu said that additional forces have been rushed to the area from neighbouring districts and the 'situation is under control'. 'A section of the people are angry that the encroachers are settling on PGR and VGR land, and there was an attempt to evict them last year, but a petition was filed in the Gauhati High Court, which passed an interim order staying the eviction process', he said. The matter can be resolved only through dialogue, and, 'We are holding discussions with both protestors and the encroachers', Pegu added. The chief minister had said on Monday night that rumours began circulating that three protestors who were on hunger strike had been arrested, and they became agitated. No one has been arrested, but they were taken for treatment to Guwahati as their health deteriorated, he said. Sarma said that he was in touch with the district officials and leaders of the organisations protesting. We hope to bring the situation under control by tonight, he added. The protestors are demanding the eviction of encroachers, who mostly hail from Bihat, from Professional Grazing Reserve (PGR) and Village Grazing Reserve (VGR) lands in the two districts. The police allegedly tried to remove the protesters forcibly in the Kheroni area of Karbi Anglong, following which a clash ensued. The protestors also alleged that the police had arrested three persons who were on hunger strike, but KAAC chief Tuliram Ronghang later told reporters that they were admitted to the Gauhati Medical College Hospital. As news of the clash spread, a group of protesters set ablaze the old residence of KAAC's CEM in Donkamokam, following which the security forces opened fire, in which three agitators and a policeman were injured, officials said.
Bangladesh unrest: Protests over Dipu Das killing widen across India amid VHP-led demonstrations
Protests erupted across India, including New Delhi and Assam, following the killing of Dipu Chandra Das in Bangladesh. Demonstrations targeted the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi. In response, both India and Bangladesh summoned each other's envoys. Bangladesh expressed concern over vandalism at its diplomatic facilities in India. India had previously raised security concerns regarding its missions in Bangladesh.
Assam: Section 163 imposed in West Karbi Anglong after violent protests
Prohibitory order imposed 163 of the BNSS from December 22, 2025, until further notice to prevent anti-social elements from causing ethnic or communal disturbances and to protect public life and property
Rupee falls 5 paise to 89.73 against US dollar in early trade
Mumbai, Dec 23 (PTI) The rupee fell 5 paise to 89.73 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday amid FII outflows and a weak opening in the domestic equity markets. However, a weaker greenback and a drop in global crude oil prices prevented sharper losses in the local unit, according to forex traders. At the interbank foreign exchange, the local unit opened at 89.67 against the dollar but lost ground to trade at 89.73, down 5 paise from its previous close. The rupee on Monday pared initial gains to settle slightly down by 1 paisa at 89.68 against
Stock markets decline in early trade after two days of rally
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Himanta Biswa Sarma Flags Demographic Concerns: 40% Of Assam Residents Are Of Bangladeshi Origin
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Children perform during a programme organised by the Assam Club
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Assam: Two women declared foreigners, asked to leave country within 24 hours
GUWAHATI: Assam's Biswanath district administration has directed two women, declared as Bangladeshis by the Foreigners' Tribunal, to leave the country within 24 hours of receiving the orders, officials said on Monday. The Tribunal had declared Asmull Khatun of Missamari village and Afuja Begum of Bakrapatta village as 'foreigners' from Bangladesh at different point of time following which Biswanath District Commissioner Lakhinandan Saharia issued an order under Section 2 of the Immigrants (Expulsion from Assam) Act 1950, directing them to leave the country. The order stated that the declared foreigners should 'remove themselves from the territory of Assam, India within 24 hours of receiving the order via the Dhubri/Sribhumi/South Salmara-Mankachar route'. In the event of any default in complying with this order, the 'government would be compelled to take appropriate action to remove you from the territory of the state of Assam, India', the order, which was served on Monday, stated. The Nagaon district administration had served similar orders to 15 people identified as foreigners and directed them to leave the country on December 18.
Protests erupt across Assam over alleged attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh
Guwahati: A strong wave of public outrage swept across several parts of Assam on Monday evening as student bodies, socio-religious organisations, and community groups staged coordinated protests against the alleged persecution of minority Hindus in neighbouring Bangladesh. The protests were triggered by reports of rising violence, including the killing of a Hindu youth, Dipu Chandra [] The post Protests erupt across Assam over alleged attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam police firing during eviction protest in West Karbi Anglong leaves 3 injured
Police fired on protestors in Assam's West Karbi Anglong district, injuring three, after clashes erupted over illegal land encroachment. Agitators demanding immediate action against encroachment blockaded a highway, leading to the violent confrontation. The protestors also set fire to the ancestral home of the KAAC Chief Executive Member.
Bangladesh editors warn of fight for survival as mob violence targets media
Dec 22 (Reuters) Bangladeshs top media editors warned on Monday that threats against journalists have escalated into a fight for survival, after the killing of a prominent youth leader triggered violent attacks on newspaper offices last week. Sharif Osman Hadi, 32, a leading figure in last years student-led uprising that toppled longtime Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, was shot in the head by masked assailants in Dhaka while launching his campaign for Februarys parliamentary election. He died on Thursday in a Singapore hospital. His killing sparked widespread protests that spiraled into arson and vandalism targeting major media outlets and cultural
Assam tribal council chiefs house torched as anger over encroachers explodes
Protestors demanding the eviction of outsiders from two categories of grazing reserves attacked Tuliram Ronghangs ancestral residence
High-fat dairy foods linked to lower risk of dementia: New study
People who regularly ate higher-fat dairy foods had a lower risk of developing dementia over 25 years, while low-fat dairy and other dairy foods showed no clear association, according to a new study. Those who consumed 50 grams per day or more of high-fat cheese daily roughly a third of a cup had a lower overall risk of dementia, vascular dementia, a form of cognitive decline caused by impaired blood flow to the brain, according to the 25-year Swedish study of nearly 28,000 people published in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. People who
Protestors torch Assam tribal council chiefs ancestral residence
GUWAHATI: Protestors on Monday torched the ancestral residence of Assams Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) Chief Executive Member Tuliram Ronghang. The incident comes amid the demand for the eviction of outsiders from a few village grazing reserves (VGRs) and professional grazing reserves (PGRs). At least three protestors were injured. The violence broke out at Donkamokam in the hill district of West Karbi Anglong, where tribal Karbis are in the majority. Ronghangs house was gutted in the incident. For the past fortnight, a group of protestors had been on a hunger strike at the Kheroni area of the district, demanding eviction. Trouble broke out after the police had picked up nine protesters on Sunday night. Enraged over their detention, a large number of locals gathered at the site of the hunger strike on Monday morning. Soon, the situation flared up with the protestors blocking the road and allegedly vandalising shops. Later, they proceeded to Donkamokam, a constituency of Ronghang located about 26 km away, to stage a demonstration. However, security personnel used force, firing blank shots to disperse the protestors, infuriating them further. Even as they were fighting a pitched battle with the personnel, a few alleged protestors set fire to Ronghangs house. Nobody was injured in the arson attack. Ronghang was away. West Karbi Anglong, as well as Karbi Anglong, falls under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution, where land is protected for indigenous tribal communities. The protesters alleged that vast swathes of VGRs and PGRs in West Karbi Anglong had been occupied by outsiders. Last year, the KAAC administration had served eviction notices on the illegal settlers, but the settlers moved to the Gauhati High Court challenging the notices. After the violence on Monday, Ronghang told the media that he did not intervene in the matter as it is sub-judice. The case is in the court. If I had done anything, it would have been a contempt of the court, and I would have been punished, he said. The situation remained tense. Additional forces were rushed to the affected areas. According to reports, Minister Ranoj Pegu was on his way to the site at the direction of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.
Saudi Arabia awards Pakistans powerful army chief highest national honor after defense pact
ISLAMABAD, December 22, 2025 (AP) Saudi Arabia has awarded its highest national honor to Pakistans army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, during his visit to Riyadh, Pakistans military said Monday, underscoring deepening ties between the two countries, including cooperation on counterterrorism. Munir received the King Abdulaziz Medal of the Excellent Class on Sunday, months after Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman signed a defense pact with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif highlighting the longstanding strategic relationship between the two countries. In September, Defense Minister Khawaja Mohammad Asif said his nations nuclear program will be made available to Saudi Arabia
Sensex rallies 638 pts, Nifty settles above 26,100 on foreign fund inflows, firm global trends
Mumbai, Dec 22 (PTI) Benchmark Sensex jumped by 638 points while the broader Nifty closed above 26,100 on Monday following heavy buying in IT, auto and metal shares amid foreign fund inflows and a rally in global markets on hopes of further rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve. Building on the previous sessions rally, the 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 638.12 points or 0.75 per cent to settle at 85,567.48. During the day, it surged 671.97 points or 0.79 per cent to 85,601.33. The 50-share NSE Nifty climbed 206 points or 0.79 per cent to close above the 26,100 mark
Gold jumps to record high of Rs 1.38 lakh/10g, silver hits new peak of Rs 2,14,500 per kg
New Delhi, Dec 22 (PTI) Gold prices rose to a fresh lifetime high of Rs 1,38,200 per 10 grams, gaining Rs 1,685, in the national capital on Monday following the precious metal scaling record highs in the global markets, according to the All India Sarafa Association. Silver prices also raced to hit an all-time high of Rs 2,14,500 per kilogramme (inclusive of all taxes) in the capital, up by Rs 10,400 per kg. Bullish momentum extended in bullion, with gold and silver surging to another fresh record high on Monday, Saumil Gandhi, Senior Analyst Commodities at HDFC Securities, said.
Assam on high alert after fresh unrest in Bangladesh: Himanta
It is well known that people from Bangladesh entered Assam at different times, and the State is full of these people, the Chife Minister said on December 22
Assam on high alert amid fresh unrest in Bangladesh, CM Himanta Sarma says, 'We have to be...'
Prohibitory orders are in force along the India-Bangladesh border in Assam's Cachar district to prevent illegal movement and potential law and order threats, officials said.
Assam Takes Centre Stage as Dev Menaria Debuts with Action Drama Bihu Attack
BIHU ATTACK stands as the most ambitious project under his banner so far - a film that reflects scale, responsibility, and cinematic intent.
Assam on high alert in view of fresh unrest in Bangaldesh: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
As unrest brews in Bangladesh, Assam finds itself on high alert. The state's Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, has raised alarm bells about atrocities faced by Hindus in Bangladesh and warned of conversations about annexing Northeast India. In light of these developments, authorities have enforced prohibitory orders along the Cachar district border to thwart illegal crossings and ensure public safety.
PM presented distorted version of history during his Assam visit, alleges Gogoi
Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit. Gogoi alleged the Prime Minister presented a distorted history and failed to acknowledge the pain of Assamese people. He contrasted this with Rahul Gandhi's visit, noting Gandhi paid tribute to singer Zubeen Garg and met his family.
I am a chaiwala, Modi says, highlights BJPs respect for Assam and tea community
Cong indulging in anti-national acts, wants illegal immigrants
PTI Namrup Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday launched a scathing attack on the Congress, accusing it of engaging in anti-national activities and helping illegal Bagladeshi immigrants to settle in Assam. The PM, addressing a public rally after unveiling a Rs 10,601-crore fertiliser plant at Namrup in Assams Dibrugarh district, also alleged that the Congress [] The post Cong indulging in anti-national acts, wants illegal immigrants appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Empowering Tomorrow's Leaders: National Seminar Ignites Holistic Student Development in Assam
A one-day national seminar on holistic student development and confidence building was held at the National Institute for Teacher Education, Khetri, Assam, bringing together scholars, academics and administrators from across India. Speakers highlighted institutional, familial and societal roles in preparing students for real-world challenges and leadership. Over 20 research papers were presented for publication. The seminar underscored collaboration, academic support and sustained initiatives to strengthen student confidence and holistic growth in Assam and nationwide impact.
Top Trump administration official defends partial release of Epstein files as Democrats cry foul
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla, December 22, 2025 (AP) Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche on Sunday defended the Justice Departments decision to release just a fraction of the Jeffrey Epstein files by the congressionally mandated deadline as necessary to protect survivors of sexual abuse by the disgraced financier. Blanche pledged that the Trump administration eventually would meet its obligation required by law. But he stressed that the department was obligated to act with caution as it goes about making public thousands of documents that can include sensitive information. Fridays partial release of the Epstein files has led to a new
MHA Secretary tells forces to step up surveillance along India-Myanmar border
NEW DELHI: Senior functionary of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and Secretary, Border Management Rajendra Kumar on Sunday visited Moreh in Manipurs Tengnoupal district to review security arrangements along the IndiaMyanmar border. Officials said that the Secretary asked the personnel on ground to ensure better coordination among agencies and take measures to improve effectiveness of border surveillance. A senior MHA official said, During the visit on 20-21 December, Kumar inspected border outposts located close to the international boundary and reviewed surveillance systems in place. He also interacted with security personnel deployed in the area and took stock of the operational difficulties faced by them. Later in an X post, Assam Rifles said, Dr Rajendra Kumar, IAS, Secretary (Border Management), MHA, visited Moreh, Tengnoupal District, Manipur to review security architecture and infrastructure along the IndiaMyanmar border. He inspected frontline border posts and surveillance systems, interacted with troops and assessed operational challenges to enhance field effectiveness. Later, a joint review meeting was held with the Assam Rifles and civil authorities, where issues related to border patrolling and intelligence sharing were discussed, officials said, adding that the Secretary stressed the importance of regular patrolling and timely exchange of information. He also highlighted the role of technology in border management and suggested the use of drones and advanced sensors to smartly monitor movements along the border, they said. The visit was part of ongoing efforts to strengthen border management and security infrastructure in sensitive border areas, Assam Rifles said.
Report sought on jumbo deaths in train hit: Centre
SUNDARBANS/GUWAHATI: Union Minister Bhupender Yadav on Sunday said the Centre has sought a report on the death of elephants in a train collision in the Changjurai village of Assams Hojai district. Talking to the press after meetings on Project Elephant and the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) at the Sundarbans Tiger Reserve in West Bengal, Yadav said, All states have been asked to monitor elephant movement along railway tracks and coordinate with forest departments. Seven elephants died on the spot on Saturday after being hit by the SairangNew Delhi Rajdhani Express in Changjurai, while a calf injured in the accident succumbed to its injuries on Sunday. The calf, barely a few days old, had been rushed to the Centre for Wildlife Rehabilitation and Conservation near the Kaziranga National Park with fractured legs and damaged internal organs. The baby elephant was bleeding from the mouth. We could not save its life despite our best efforts, said Bhaskar Choudhury, a veterinarian at the centre. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma has told the state forest department to probe the matter.
Elephant death toll in Assam train collision rises to eight
Seven elephants were killed, and one was injured, after a herd of tuskers was hit by the Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Express in Changjurai village on Saturday.
PM Modi unveils Rs 10,601 crore fertiliser plant in Assam
The facility Assam Valley Fertiliser and Chemical Company Ltd (AVFCCL) will have an annual urea production capacity of 12.7 lakh metric tonnes and the project is scheduled for commissioning in 2030
Assam cops, BSF push 19 illegals into Bangladesh
Assam Police and BSF deported 19 illegal immigrants to Bangladesh following their apprehension in Nagaon and Karbi Anglong. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma declared it a full Doomsday moment for infiltrators, emphasizing a zero-tolerance policy. This operation is part of a larger campaign to safeguard Assam's demographic balance and security, sending a clear warning to those attempting illegal settlement.
Modi: Anti-national Congress Wants Illegal Bangladeshis
Modi accuses Congress of encouraging illegal immigrants, vows to protect Assam's identity and development.
Congress encouraging infiltrators: PM Modi at a rally in BJP-ruled Assam
Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly criticized Congress over infiltration from Bangladesh. He stated the party aims to settle infiltrators in Assam to boost its vote bank. Modi accused Congress of encouraging anti-national activities and conspiring to alter Assam's demography. He asserted that Congress prioritizes votes over Assamese identity and appeasement politics.
Elephant-train collision in Assam: Injured calf dies, toll rises to 8
A young elephant calf has died from injuries sustained in a train collision in Assam's Hojai district. This brings the total number of elephant deaths to eight. The calf was the sole survivor of the initial accident. Seven other elephants were killed instantly when the Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Express struck the herd.
PM Modi pays tribute to 860 martyrs of Assam Movement at Swahid Smarak
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to 860 martyrs of the Assam Movement at the newly inaugurated Swahid Smarak in Guwahati. The monumental 55-meter-tall statue and underground roll of honour commemorate those killed during the 1979-85 agitation against illegal infiltrators, which culminated in the Assam Accord.
25 crore out of poverty, neo-middle class rising, says PM Modi in Assam
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that 25 crore people have exited poverty in the last 11 years. He inaugurated a new ammonia-urea plant in Assam, emphasizing farmer welfare. Modi stated that improved living standards have led to a neo-middle class. He highlighted government initiatives supporting farmers and promoting self-reliance in fertilizer production.
They are the traitors, not us: Kharge condemns PM Modi's remark against Congress
Kharge described the Assam government as raitors and criticised PM Modi's remarks, questioning how the BJP, which governs both Assam and the Centre, could blame the opposition for its own failures.
PM sets mood for 2026 assembly polls during two-day Assam visit
Guwahati/Namrup: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday concluded his two-day visit to Assam during which he launched projects worth Rs 15,600 crore, interacted with students and BJP workers, paid homage to martyrs, and targeted the Congress on multiple issues, setting the stage for the 2026 assembly polls in the state. The visit, Modis third to 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 .
2-0 in 2025 elections, can opposition bounce back in 2026?
Following BJP's 2025 victories in Delhi and Bihar, 2026 presents a crucial comeback opportunity for the opposition. Key contests in West Bengal, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Assam, and Puducherry will test incumbent governments and emerging political forces, with updated electoral rolls adding another layer of intrigue to these significant state elections.
Congress indulging in anti-national activities, wants illegal immigrants to settle in Assam: PM Modi
Addressing a public rally after unveiling a Rs 10,601-crore fertiliser plant at Namrup in Assam's Dibrugarh, Modi also alleged that the Congress did not make any effort to modernise the old plant here, and find solutions to problems faced by farmers.
Congress settled illegal Bangladeshi migrants to strengthen the vote bank: PM Modi in Assam
Watch: Congress aims to protect illegal Bangladeshi infiltrators: PM Modi in Assam
Congress settled illegal Bangladeshi migrants in Assam: PM Modi
Addressing a gathering in Dibrugarh district, the Prime Minister also criticised the grand old party for denying land rights to Assams tea plantation workers
PM Modi pays homage to martyrs of Assam movement; an emotional moment, says CM Sarma
The Prime Minister offered floral tributes and garlanded the bust of Khargeswar Talukdar, the first martyr of the six-year-long anti-foreigner agitation that began in 1979, remembering the sacrifices made to protect Assam's identity, culture and rights.
Centre seeks report on death of elephants on railway tracks in Assam's Hojai: Bhupender Yadav
Mr. Yadav also said all States have been asked to monitor elephant movement along the railway tracks
PM Modi lays foundation stone of Rs 10,601 Cr ammonia-urea plant in Assam
Namrup: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday laid the foundation stone of a Rs 10,601-crore brownfield ammonia-urea plant in Dibrugarh district of Assam. The facility Assam Valley Fertiliser and Chemical Company Ltd (AVFCCL) will have an annual urea production capacity of 12.7 lakh metric tonnes, and the project is scheduled for commissioning in 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 .
Congress settled illegal Bangladeshi migrants to strengthen vote-bank, claims PM Modi in Assam
GUWAHATI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday attacked the Congress on the issue of illegal Bangladeshi migrants, accusing the party of settling and protecting them, while asserting that the BJP-led double-engine government was correcting decades of neglect and policy failures in Assam. Addressing a gathering after laying the foundation stone for a Rs 10,601 crore brownfield ammonia-urea plant in Assams Dibrugarh, Modi further accused the Congress of promoting what he termed an anti-India agenda and remaining indifferent to the identity and aspirations of the Assamese people. The Congress has no concern for the identity of Assam and its people. They are interested only in power and doing things they did before, Modi said. Thats why, they like illegal Bangladeshi migrants more. The Congress had settled them and are saving them. This is the reason why the Congress is opposing the ongoing exercise to correct voters list, the Prime Minister added. Even now the Congress wants to settle Bangladeshis on Assams lands and forests to consolidate its vote bank. You get destroyed (in the process) but they are not bothered. They have to strengthen their vote-bank, Modi told the crowd. Stating that Assam has to be protected from the poison of appeasement and vote-bank politics, the Prime Minister assured the people that the BJP was standing firmly with them to protect the states identity and honour. The BJP prioritises every work that enhances Assams prestige. But when it does that, the Congress gets troubled the most. When our government conferred Bharat Ratna on Bhupen da (legendary singer-songwriter Bhupen Hazarika), the Congress had openly opposed it, Modi said, continuing his attack on the opposition party. He further stated that the Congress had once again opposed development when the BJP-led government established a semiconductor unit in Assam. Despite being in power for many decades, the Congress had denied land right to Assams tea garden community. The BJP government has given them land right as well as a dignified life. I am a chaiwalla; if I dont do it, who will? the Prime Minister said. The Prime Minister also accused the Congress of neglecting industrial infrastructure in the state, particularly fertiliser units, leading to repeated shutdowns and hardship for farmers and workers. Just think, why is work for the welfare of farmers only happening after the BJP government came to power? The technology in the old factories became outdated, and the Congress governments paid no attention to it. Many units of Namrup kept shutting down because of this, Modi said. He added that previous governments never attempted to resolve these long-standing issues. Congress never found a solution to this problem. They were nonchalant. Our double-engine government is solving those problems too that were created by the Congress, he said. Highlighting reforms in the fertiliser sector, Modi said urea production in the country had increased significantly over the last decade. They did such a terrible job that even after 11 years of hard work, I still have a lot of work left to do. In 2014, only 225 lakh metric tonne of urea was produced nationwide. After the hard work of the last 10-11 years, this production has risen to around 306 lakh metric tonne, he said. Calling the fertiliser project a major milestone, Modi described the day as historic for Assam and the Northeast. Today is a big day for Assam and the entire North-East. The dream that Namrup and Dibrugarh had been waiting for a long time is being fulfilled today. A new chapter of industrial progress is about to begin in this whole area. Before coming to Dibrugarh, a new terminal of the airport was inaugurated in Guwahati. Everyone is saying that Assam has caught on to a new pace of development. What you are experiencing right now is just the beginning, he said. The brownfield Ammonia-Urea Fertiliser Project at Namrup, within the premises of Brahmaputra Valley Fertiliser Corporation Limited (BVFCL), is expected to meet fertiliser requirements of Assam and neighbouring states, reduce import dependence, generate substantial employment and spur regional economic development. Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal said BVFCL, the oldest fertiliser unit in Northeast India, would undergo major expansion. To further increase its capacity, a fourth plant is set to be established at the Namrup site. Supported by the Government of India, the new plant is expected to be completed in the next five years, with a production capacity of 12.5 lakh metric tonnes per annum, Sonowal said. He added that the expansion would transform the facility into a major production hub for the Northeast and enable exports to neighbouring countries such as Bhutan and Myanmar, besides supplying West Bengal and Bihar. Meanwhile, the Assam Valley Fertiliser and Chemical Company Ltd will have an annual urea production capacity of 12.7 lakh metric tonnes, with the project scheduled for commissioning in 2030. Earlier in the day, the Prime Minister visited the Swahid Smarak Kshetra in Paschim Boragaon, Guwahati, and paid homage to the martyrs of the Assam Movement. (WIth inputs from PTI, ANI)
Cong Indulging In Anti-National Activities, Wants Illegal Immigrants To Settle In Assam: PM
Namrup, Dec 21: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday launched a scathing attack on the Congress, accusing the party of engaging in anti-national activities and helping illegal Bagladeshi immigrants to settle in the state. Addressing a public rally after unveiling a Rs 10,601-crore fertiliser plant at Namrup in Assams Dibrugarh, Modi also alleged that the Congress did not make any effort to modernise the old plant here, and find solutions to problems faced by farmers. The Congress is indulging in [] The post Cong Indulging In Anti-National Activities, Wants Illegal Immigrants To Settle In Assam: PM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Double-engine government solving problems created by Congress in Assam: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said his double-engine government was resolving long-pending problems created by the Congress in Assam, alleging years of neglect of Namrup's fertilizer units. Highlighting BJP-led reforms, he said urea production increased from 225 lakh metric tonnes in 2014 to around 306 lakh metric tonnes nationwide.
PM Modi holds Pariksha Pe Charcha with students on Brahmaputra cruise
Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with students during Pariksha Pe Charcha aboard a cruise ship on the river Brahmaputra during his Assam visit. Modi is scheduled to interact with the students for around 45 minutes aboard the three-deck `M V Charaidew 2`, officials said
Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged with 25 students on a Brahmaputra cruise vessel in Assam during a unique Pariksha Pe Charcha session. Addressing exam stress and academic concerns, the interaction aboard MV Charaidew 2 marked a departure from the usual format. This event is part of a nationwide initiative with over a crore registrations.
Seven elephants killed after Rajdhani Express hits herd in Assams Hojai
No passengers were injured in the accident, which occurred at 2.17 am.
Three months ahead of Assam polls, Modi announces Rs 15k crore schemes for state
Inaugurates a new Rs 5000-crore airport terminal; Rs 10,600-crore fertiliser plant among new projects announced
PM Modi lays foundation stone of Rs 10,601 crore fertiliser plant in Assam's Dibrugarh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has initiated a significant Rs 10,601 crore brownfield ammonia-urea plant in Dibrugarh, Assam. This facility, slated for commissioning in 2030, will produce 12.7 lakh metric tonnes of urea annually. The project aims to fulfill fertilizer needs of Assam and neighboring states, reduce imports, and boost regional employment and economic growth.
'Congress Ignored Problems Of Farmers, Saving Infiltrators': PM Modi Targets Opposition In Assam
PM Modi said the Congress did not offer any solutions for the problems of farmers and was protecting infiltrators to strengthen their vote bank.
