Himanta visits Bilasipara to explore site for new power plant
Borsola Beel chokes on neglect; remains stagnant, reeking
CM mulls Army camp near Dhubri town to curb communal tension
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma visits proposed site for 3,400 MW thermal power plant in Bilasipara
HT Bureau GUWAHATI, June 24: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday visited the proposed site for a 3,400 MW thermal power plant at Chirakuta Charuwa Bakra in Bilasipara Co-District under Dhubri district, as part of the state governments broader push to achieve self-reliance in power generation. According to an official statement, the Chief Minister []
Gauhati HC asks Assam govt to train Foreigners Tribunal staff for proper maintenance of records
GUWAHATI, June 24: The Gauhati High Court has observed that records related to a Foreigners Tribunal (FT) case were placed in a haphazard manner and asked the Assam government to consider training of members and superintendents of these quasi-judicial bodies to maintain such documents properly. The FTs, exclusive to Assam, are tasked with determining whether []
GUWAHATI, June 24: Narcotic drugs valued at Rs 3 crore were seized from Cachar district of Assam and three peddlers were arrested, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Tuesday. Acting on credible intelligence input, the Cachar District Police intercepted two vehicles at ISBT Silchar and seized 576.58 kg of ganja, Sarma said in a []
Naharkatia MLA reviews progress of Moung Siu-Ka-Fa project at Tipam
Dhubri communal tensions: Assam CM says main accused identified; urges surrender
CM Himanta Biswa Sarma assesses law and order situation and declares a beef-free buffer zone around a major Sikh temple in the western Assam town
Grenade Explodes At Security Forces Camp In Assam, 3 Cops Injured
A grenade exploded in a security forces camp in Assam's Golaghat district on Tuesday night, leaving three police personnel injured.
Trains Halted, Highway Closed After Massive Landslide In Assam's Dima Hasao
Train and road connectivity between the Assam towns of Haflong and Silchar has been severely disrupted following a landslide near the Jatinga-Lampur section.
Sonam and Raj had business interests besides affair: Police
Innovative stent procedure gives lifeline to stump blowout patient
Over 13% drop in Tripura road accidents: Minister
Cops recover arms, ammunition from East Garo Hills dist
Imphal Valley flooded as heavy rain raises water level of rivers
In July, Mizoram to start biometric enrolment of Myanmar refugees
Meghalaya govt grants over 39cr to sports orgs ahead of Natl Games 27
2 Myanmar refugees ordered to leave
Arunachal man forged powers of attorney of 102 to pocket 210cr
Conrad to meet US envoy over travel advisory issue
GRP seizes contraband, arrests woman drug peddler at Agartala railway stn
Rs 3 crore ganja seized in Silchar, 3 held
Cherry Blossom Fest 25 to return to Shillong in Nov: CM Conrad
Train services via New Haflong hit for 2nd day
Dip in footfall will restore simplicity of festival: Kamakhya temple priest
CRPF jawan gets 5-yr jail for assault of minor in Silchar
Lapses in report on Cachar greenfield airport, says tea workers union
RBI announces reverse repo to arrest fall in overnight rates
MUMBAI, June 24 (Reuters) the RBI said on Tuesday it will conduct a seven-day variable rate reverse repo auction worth one trillion rupees ($11.62 billion) on June 27, following a review of liquidity conditions in the banking system. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) added that after reviewing evolving liquidity conditions, it will not conduct the 14-day main operation scheduled for Friday, for the ensuing fortnight, according to a press release. Indias banking system liquidity surplus stood at 2.44 trillion rupees as of June 23, as per RBI data. The RBI in June announced a surprise 100-basis-point reduction in
Jaynab Bibi has claimed that generations of her family have lived in Assam and have documents to prove their Indian nationality
Cairn Oil & Gas powers Assams tea industry with clean energy shift
Cairn Oil & Gas is supplying clean natural gas to tea estates in Upper Assam, aiding the state's crucial tea industry. This initiative, in collaboration with Assam Gas Company Limited, helps estates reduce carbon emissions and fuel costs. Tea producers are now investing in climate-resilient practices, ensuring the long-term sustainability of Assam's tea legacy.
Rupee logs steepest single-day gain in nearly 5 years; ends 73 paise higher at 86.05 Vs dollar
Mumbai, Jun 24 (PTI) The rupee rebounded from record low level and registered the steepest single-day gain in nearly five years to settle 73 paise higher at 86.05 against the US dollar on Tuesday after global crude oil prices tanked amid expectations of deescalation in Middle East tensions. A weak greenback and firm domestic equity markets further boosted the local unit, according to forex traders. Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, plummeted 3.19 per cent to USD 69.20 per barrel in futures trade after US President Donald Trump announced that Iran and Israel agreed to a ceasefire. At the interbank
Assam to set up 3400 MW thermal power plant
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma assessed a site in Dhubri district for a 3400 MW thermal power plant, aligning with Assam's goal of energy self-sufficiency. The project, spurred by the Assam Thermal Power Generation Project Promotion Policy 2025, aims to meet rising energy demands and create employment. Residents will receive rehabilitation grants, and the government seeks cooperation for successful implementation.
Making measured, strategic progress in capping oil well leak: ONGC
ONGC is making steady progress in capping the leaking crude oil well in Assam's Sivasagar district, ongoing for 13 days, with water blanketing as a safety measure. Gas composition analysis confirms the leak is manageable, posing no immediate risk to nearby residents. A 200-ton crane has been installed to support well-capping operations.
150 arrested, mastermind identified in Assam's Dhubri communal disturbances
GUWAHATI: Over 150 people have been arrested and the alleged mastermind behind the throwing of cattle parts in front of a temple has been identified since shoot-at-sight orders at night were issued in Assam's Dhubri district, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Tuesday. Sarma visited Dhubri for the second time in 10 days and reviewed the law and order situation following communal tension in the district after the Eid-ul-Zuha festival. He said that the state government was also exploring the option of setting up a permanent base of the Indian Army to strengthen the security apparatus in this sensitive district. Sarma said that over 150 anti-socials, including 11 from outside the state who had cases pending against them, have been arrested since June 13. Our zero-tolerance approach along with apprehending 150 anti-social elements is working but we are not lowering our guard against communal forces, he said. The mastermind involved in throwing body parts of a cow in front of the temple has also been identified, Sarma said. The mastermind has been identified as Mintu Ali. He is currently absconding and he should surrender soon, he added. The police are keeping a strict vigil across the district to prevent any further outbreak of communal disturbances. The chief minister visited Dhubri on June 13 and announced that shoot-at-sight orders would be in force at night in the district, bordering Bangladesh, as a communal group is trying to create disturbances which the government will not tolerate. The day after Bakrid, a cow's skull was found in front of the Hanuman Temple in the district headquarters, following which members of both Hindus and Muslims appealed for peace and harmony. The next day, however, a cow's head was again kept in front of the temple and incidents of stone pelting were reported. On June 8, Sarma had said that a number of cattle were allegedly slaughtered illegally at several places during Bakrid and meat was thrown at multiple locations across Assam. A day before Bakrid, an organisation called 'Nabin Bangla' had put up three provocative posters highlighting their aim to include Dhubri in Bangladesh. The chief minister said that the police were sure that those behind these activities would be apprehended soon. Sarma asserted that the state government was fully committed to ensuring the enforcement of law and order in the district and defeating all communal forces.
Assam govt plans permanent Indian Army base to enhance security in Dhubri district
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is considering establishing a permanent Indian Army base in Dhubri to enhance security following incidents involving beef in religious sites. He reviewed the law and order situation, emphasizing zero tolerance for communal disharmony and the arrest of 150 anti-social elements.
Assam PSC Enforcement Inspector Interview Schedule 2025 Released Check Date Details at apsc.nic.in
Assam PSC Interview Schedule 2025: Assam Public Service Commission (Assam PSC) has released the Interview Schedule for the Enforcement Inspector post on its apsc.nic.in and Candidates Can get their Date of Interviewed of Enforcement Inspector in Assam PSC 2025 from this Page.
3 Mizoram villages hit by leaf folder caterpillar outbreak, say officials
Special Court Frames Charges Against Assam IPS Officer in Child Sexual Abuse Case
HT Digital GUWAHATI, JUNE 24: A special court in Assam has ordered the framing of charges against Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Gaurav Upadhyay in a six-year-old case involving serious allegations of child sexual abuse. The case, registered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and applicable sections of the Indian Penal []
Assam Government Issues Final Delimitation Order for 81 Newly Added BTR Villages
HT Digital GUWAHATI, JUNE 24: The Government of Assam formally made the final delimitation order regarding 81 villages newly incorporated into the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) some time back, a major milestone in the continued administrative reorganization of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC). The action serves to formalize the incorporation of these villages into the []
SLRC Offers Relief Measures for Job Aspirants Affected by Assam Landslides
HT Digital GUWAHATI, JUNE 24: Recent Assam landslides have resulted in severe disruptions to the states transportation system, prompting the State Level Recruitment Commission (SLRC) to take special action for candidates displaced by the disaster. The landslides, especially intense along National Highway 27s Jaginga-Lampu section, critically disrupted both road and rail infrastructure. Consequently, several candidates []
Assam TET Recruitment result 2025 declared: Scorecards available at madhyamik.assam.gov.in
The Directorate of Secondary Education, Assam, has declared the results for the TET-cum-recruitment exam for Graduate Teacher positions, held on December 29, 2024. Candidates can access their scorecards on the official website, madhyamik.assam.gov.in, using their credentials. Successful candidates will proceed to document verification, with the schedule to be announced soon.
Diabetic patients taking GLP-1s may face increased risk of eye disease: Study
Diabetes is the leading cause of vision loss in people between 18 and 64 years old, according to the American Diabetes Association and the best way to prevent this is to control blood sugar levels. Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1s), such as Ozempic and Mounjaro, have become popular medications for controlling diabetes and treating obesity but new Canadian research suggests they can also lead to a paradoxical side effect in the form of eye problems. A retrospective study conducted from January 2020 to November 2023 included more than 139,000 diabetic patients, some of whom were taking GLP-1s for
Markets surge in early trade mirroring sharp rally in global peers, drop in crude oil prices
Mumbai, Jun 24 (PTI) Stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty bounced back sharply in early trade on Tuesday mirroring a rally in global peers and drop in Brent crude oil prices amid hopes of a potential de-escalation in the Middle East conflict. The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 930.7 points to 82,827.49 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty surged 278.95 points to 25,250.85. From the 30-Sensex firms, Adani Ports, UltraTech Cement, Mahindra & Mahindra, Larsen & Toubro, Axis Bank and Asian Paints were among the biggest gainers. NTPC and Bharat Electronics were the laggards. In Asian markets, South Koreas
Gold at near 2-week low after Trump announces Israel-Iran ceasefire
June 24 (Reuters) Gold prices fell to a near two-week low on Tuesday as risk appetite improved after U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran and Israel had agreed to a ceasefire, denting demand for safe-haven assets. Spot gold was down 0.5% to $3,351.47 an ounce, as of 0257 GMT, after hitting its lowest level since June 11 earlier in the session. U.S. gold futures slipped 0.9% to $3,365.30. It seems like theres a good bit of geopolitical risk thats exiting the market here near term after, of course, we have signs of de-escalation between the U.S. and Iran, said
No dearth of funds, says Gadkari; cites bureaucracys lack of novel ideas as problem
Pune, Jun 24 (PTI) Union minister Nitin Gadkari has said there is no dearth of funds for projects but expressed concern over the bureaucracys lack of flexibility and complete no to out-of-the-box ideas. Former bureaucrat Vijay Kelkar adopted a flexible approach and was an exception to this mindset, Gadkari said on Monday at a function in Pune where Kelkar was conferred the Punyabhushan Award. There is no death of funds with us. I always talk of Rs 1 lakh crore, Rs 50,000 crore, Rs 2 lakh crore projects. Generally journalists do not trust politicians when it comes to big ticket
Aasu to sponsor coaching of 40 UPSC aspirants from NE in Delhi every year
Nilachal hills becomes spiritual hub with over 3L devotees
Inter-Battalion Cross Country Race kicks off with fanfare at 186 Bn HQ in Namsai
HT BureauNAMSAI, June 23: The Inter-Battalion (Jorhat Operations Sector) Cross Country Race Competition was inaugurated on Monday with great fervour at the Headquarters of the 186 Battalion in Jaipur, Namsai, Arunachal Pradesh. Organised under the aegis of the Assam Rifles, the opening day witnessed a vibrant celebration of sportsmanship, discipline and unity, drawing participation from []
UAE ambassador Abdulnasser Alshaali calls on Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
GUWAHATI, June 23: United Arab Emirates ambassador to India Abdulnasser Alshaali called on Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma here on Monday. Had the pleasure to host H.E @aj_alshaali, the Ambassador of UAE to India at Lok Sewa Bhawan today, the Chief Minister posted on X. UAE is keen to expand trade, boost connectivity and []
CM Lalduhoma breaks deal to pave way for Chin constitution
Record-breaking rainfall inundates Sivasagar town
15 Bangladeshis detained in Cachar, sent to detention centre
SILCHAR, June 23: Police have detained 15 suspected Bangladeshis who had entered the country illegally from Assams Cachar district, an officer said on Monday. Ten Bangladeshis, including two children and five women, were detained from Hilara area in Katigorah while five others were intercepted by locals in Bishambarpur village under West Katigorah and handed over []
Rs 80 lakh aid for cops family under Govt insurance scheme
HT BureauGUWAHATI, June 23: In a significant step towards ensuring the welfare of government employees and their families, the Assam government has disbursed Rs 80 lakh to the family of a deceased police officer under a life insurance scheme initiated by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The scheme, implemented through a formal agreement between the []
7 Majuli teachers arrested over unit test paper leak
Man held in Imphal East for wifes murder
Murals of Mizo heritage add colour to Bairabi-Sairang railway tunnels
ONGC team continues well-capping efforts despite poor weather
Arunachal guv praises army for maintaining peace along border areas
Liromoba MLA adopts TB patients, pitches for TB-Free India
Silluk village makes it to NCERT textbook for waste management
Nagaland pledges to be TB-free by 2025, guv reviews progress
Rain-triggered landslips cut off Champhai
Rail tracks damaged near New Haflong
Arambai Tenggol commander held for Chesam murder
Rail blockade in Maishashan over train service cuts
Conrad backs zero-waste menstrual hygiene steps
Protests in Dhemaji after Jonai man killed in Arunachal
Monsoon bird watching season draws enthusiasts to Garbhanga
Bangla woman survives trafficking bid after illegally entering Tripura
Charaideo focuses on enhanced child protection measures
Tripura becomes 3rd fully literate state
Gauhati directs Assam govt to reinstate officials involved in cash for jobs scam
The Gauhati High Court instructed the Assam government to reinstate 52 officials involved in a job scam. These officials were previously dismissed. The Assam government plans to appeal this order in the Supreme Court. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed disappointment. A special court previously convicted Rakesh Paul, former APSC chairman, and others in connection with the scam.
Supreme Court grants relief to man who filed complaint against YouTube influencer
New Delhi, Jun 23 (PTI) The Supreme Court on Monday granted interim protection from coercive action till July 14 to the man who filed a complaint against social media influencer Sharmistha Panoli for allegedly making communal remarks in a video. A bench of Justices K V Viswanathan and N Kotiswar Singh passed the order while hearing a plea by Wazahat Khan, booked in FIRs across states, including West Bengal. The bench said Khan was already arrested by West Bengal Police and was in custody. His counsel said the FIRs and complaints against Khan were registered in several states for his
How long do you need to spend in the sun to to boost your vitamin D levels
Were aware that the sun plays a big role in our vitamin D levels. During autumn and winter, most of us could benefit from vitamin D supplements, but from late March onwards, the suns rays (in this part of the world) are strong enough to fire up our vitamin production. What you may not know, however, is just how critical natural vitamin D absorption is to our longevity. According to 2020 study published in the International Journal Of Environmental Research And Public Health, insufficient daily sun exposure (and therefore vitamin D) might be responsible for a whopping 480,000 premature deaths
Markets slump on heightened tensions in Middle East; Sensex drops 500 pts
Mumbai, Jun 23 (PTI) Stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled on Monday, as intensifying tensions in the Middle East after the US bombed three major nuclear sites in Iran unnerved investors. Besides, selling pressure in IT, tech and auto stocks amid elevated global crude prices dented market sentiments, traders said. After losing over 900 points in day trade, the 30-share index recovered some lost ground to close with a loss of 511.38 points or 0.62 per cent at 81,896.79. During the day, it tumbled 931.41 points or 1.13 per cent to 81,476.76. As many as 2,204 stocks declined,
The Directorate of Secondary Education, Assam, has released the Assam TET-cum-recruitment result 2025 for Graduate Teacher posts. Candidates who appeared for the December 29 exam can now access their scorecards at madhyamik.assam.gov.in. This combined test serves both as an eligibility and recruitment tool, aiming to streamline teacher appointments in government secondary schools across the state.
97 Anti-Nationals Arrested Post Pahalgam Terror Attack In Assam: Himanta
Guwahati, Jun 23: Two people have been arrested for allegedly being anti-Hindu from different parts of Assam following the Pahalgam terror attack, taking the total number of arrests to 97 so far, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Monday (June 23, 2025). In a post on X, Mr. Sarma said one person each was apprehended from Tinsukia and Nagaon districts. Crackdown on anti-Hindu elements continues 97 anti-national and anti-Hindu culprits behind bars now, he added. Crackdown on Anti-Hindu elements [] The post 97 Anti-Nationals Arrested Post Pahalgam Terror Attack In Assam: Himanta appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Aging adults face tooth loss as 17.3% of seniors 65 years and older lost all their teeth
17.3% of seniors 65 years and older have lost all their have lost all of their teeth, according to National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research. But according to experts, this isnt inevitable. Dental professionals shared the following tips to prevent tooth loss and boost overall health. 1. Protect gum health About two in three adults over age 65 are dealing with some form of gum disease. Clinical experts cited in the report, including Dr. Uchenna Akosa, assistant professor and director at Rutgers Health University Dental Associates in New Jersey, warn that bleeding gums can signal a much deeper problem.
97 'anti-nationals' arrested post Pahalgam terror attack in Assam: Himanta
The arrested person from Tinsukia had shared objectionable content on Hinduism on social media, while the accused from Nagaon made a derogatory comment on Lord Ram, the CM said
Assam GT TET Admit Card 2025 - Graduate Teachers Admit Card 2025 released on 23-06-2025 by the Directorate of Secondary Education Assam (DSE Assam) Authority and all the registered students who had submitted their DSE Assam Assam GT TET Application Forms successfully will receive their Admit Card/Hall Ticket which can be downloaded from the official website. The Assam GT TET Admit Card 2025 is an important document to be brought by the candidate when appearing for the Examination. For more details and information related to the Assam GT TET Admit Card 2025, read this article.
Assam GT TET Result 2025 Out at madhyamik.assam.gov.in Direct Link to Download Result
Assam GT TET Result 2025: Directorate of Secondary Education Assam Result 2025 has been released on madhyamik.assam.gov.in. Here is the direct Link to check your Graduate Teachers Results Online.
Assam PSC Management Officer Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online
Assam PSC Recruitment 2025 is out for 01 Management Officer posts! Assam PSC has announced the recruitment of 01 Management Officer in 2025. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official Assam PSC website. The last date to submit the application form is 01-08-2025.
3,000-MW power project to come up in Dhubri or Goalpara: Himanta
The Assam govt had mooted allocating the project to Kokrajhar so that it can reap benefits of a major investment, which is set to create one lakh direct and indirect employment opportunities, says CM Himanta
ID cards for transgenders originally from Assam: Sarma
Geeta Nagar women stitching a greener future with discarded clothes
Nagaland MP urges Rio to recognise tribal dialects as third language
Four-day Ambubachi Mela begins in Assams Kamakhya temple
GUWAHATI, June 22: The annual Ambubachi Mela at Kamakhya temple, atop the Nilachal hill in Guwahati, commenced on Sunday with around 12 lakh devotees expected to attend the religious event till June 25, officials said. The mela is held for four days in June every year when the temple doors are closed, coinciding with the []
Steps initiated to bridge gap: Officials
GUWAHATI, June 22: Although Assam has an estimated potential of 13,428 MW of rooftop solar (RTS) power generation, it is currently producing a mere 60 MW, officials said. Officials and experts, however, said efforts were underway to reverse the trend with the states Integrated Clean Energy Policy (ICEP) targeting the generation of 1,900 MW of []
