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The Krishak Mukti Sangram Samiti (KMSS) has alleged that the devastating floods in Upper Assam were not entirely the result of natural factors, claiming that illegal coal and stone mining, allegedly backed by political influence, contributed to the disaster. The peasant organisation has demanded a CBI investigation into the alleged nexus. Addressing a press conference in Guwahati KMSS general secretary Bidyut Saikia said the latest flooding could not be attributed only to cloudbursts or water flowing in from neighbouring states. Saikia alleged that extensive illegal open-cast mining in the hill areas bordering Meghalaya, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh had created large…

Assam Police have seized a major consignment of narcotics, including 50,000 Yaba tablets and heroin, from a vehicle in Amingaon under Kamrup district and arrested three persons from Manipur, officials said on August 1. Acting on specific intelligence inputs, police intercepted a Tata Nexon bearing registration number AS 11-AA-6800 in Amingaon. The operation was led by Kalyan Kumar Pathak, Additional Superintendent of Police (Headquarters), Kamrup. The arrested persons have been identified as Kh Tabish (24) and Thekcham Avinash Singh (41), both from Thoubal district, and Nongmaithem Biswajit (38) from Imphal West district. During a detailed search of the vehicle, police…

“Cultivate a positive outlook towards life. Positive thoughts and positive actions create a positive vibe. Stay connected with nature and always remember that, as Srimanta Sankardev taught us, among the countless heavenly bodies in the universe, the Earth is unique and precious.” This was the message delivered by Special ADGP, Hiren Chandra Nath, Special ADGP, Special Branch, Assam Police, while addressing the newly inducted undergraduate students of Assam Royal Global University (RGU) on the second day of Deeksharambh 2026, the University's annual Student Induction Programme, in Guwahati on Thursday.Delivering an inspiring address, Nath urged the students to nurture optimism, discipline,…

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday said the state government has requested for a Central package from the Centre for relief and rehabilitation of the people ravaged by an unprecedented flood in the worst-hit districts of Sivasagar, Charaideo, Jorhat and Golaghat.The state government has made the request before the Inter-Ministerial Central Team (IMCT), which concluded its four-day tour to flood-devastated districts of Upper Assam on Wednesday."We have sought a dedicated Central support package for Sivasagar, Charaideo, Jorhat and Golaghat covering relief, housing, infrastructure and livelihood restoration," the Chief Minister said."The floods this year has been on an unprecedented…

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Wednesday reviewed the prevailing flood situation in the State, with special focus on the flood-affected districts of Sivasagar, Charaideo, Jorhat and Golaghat, at a meeting held at Lok Bhavan in Guwahati.The meeting was attended by Additional Chief Secretary to the Government of Assam, Revenue and Disaster Management Department, L. Sweety Changsan, along with senior officials of the Revenue and Disaster Management Department and the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA).During the meeting, Changsan gave a detailed presentation on the current flood scenario across the State.She apprised the Governor of the extent of inundation, the…

As severe floods continue to impact communities across Assam, Indus Towers, one of the world’s largest telecom infrastructure companies, has extended support to approximately 1,100 affected families in Charaideo, Sivasagar and Jorhat districts.The relief distribution was carried under the company’s flagship CSR programme, Pragati, across centres in Sonari and Teok. The initiative provided affected families with comprehensive support kits to help meet immediate food, healthcare and hygiene needs. The kits included dry rations, WASH and medical supplies, along with customized kits for pregnant women, new mothers and children between six months and two years of age.Speaking on the initiative, Mr.…

Assam's Minister for Health Family Ashok Singhal on Monday visited flood-affected areas, relief camps and health institutions in Charaideo and Sivasagar districts to assess the health condition of flood-affected people and review the ongoing relief, rescue and healthcare measures. The visit began with an inspection of the No. 1 Parachani Habi Flood Relief Camp in Charaideo district, where the Minister interacted with the displaced families and enquired about their well-being. He reviewed the healthcare services being provided at the camp, including medical consultations, distribution of medicines, disease prevention measures and the overall preparedness of healthcare personnel. Thereafter, he travelled by…

With 21 more deaths reported in the past 24 hours, the toll in Assam floods has climbed to 62, said Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Saturday."Assam flood death toll now stands at 62.May the departed souls rest in eternal peace," Sarma wrote on X.Yesterday, he said that death toll could rise further as rescue teams have still not been able to to reach many affected areas due to intense flooding."The situation continues to be grim with close to 11 lakh people affected in over 2,000 villages. Our Ministers are on ground overseeing the relief efforts, I will visit…

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday voiced concern over the growing risk of floods and landslides along the Assam-Meghalaya border, warning that rapid and unregulated development in Meghalaya's Jorabat-USTM region could have serious environmental consequences for Guwahati. Speaking to reporters in Dispur, Sarma said a committee appointed by the Supreme Court had already examined the issue and submitted what he described as a "very devastating report" highlighting the potential environmental impact of construction activities in the area. According to the chief minister, the committee's findings indicate that ongoing development in and around Jorabat, particularly near the University of…