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Shivashis Shandilya, despite his name symbolizing blessings of Lord Shiva, could not escape the consequences of corruption. The forest officer, accused of taking bribes worth lakhs every month, has been caught by authorities. Shandilya, who secured the top rank in the 2020 Assam Forest Service examination conducted by the Assam Public Service Commission, allegedly built a large fortune through corrupt practices soon after joining service. On Friday, he was caught red-handed accepting a bribe of ₹12,000 from a dumper owner named Amrit Gogoi at his official residence in Lakhimpur. Officials from the anti-corruption branch arrested him on the spot. Following…

A bomb disposal squad of the Indian Army on Thursday neutralised an unexploded ordnance (UXO - World War II vintage) after it was found in a civilian area at Ledo in Upper Assam’s Lekhapani, posing a potential threat to life and property.The UXO measured approximately 12 inches in length and six inches in diameter.Responding promptly to the information, Red Shield Sappers of the Indian Army swiftly mobilised a bomb disposal team to the site. The team immediately secured the area, evacuated civilians from the vicinity and established a safe perimeter, ensuring strict adherence to all safety protocols.“The UXO was carefully…

A Fast Track Court has rejected the bail application of Shyamkanu Mahanta, one of the prime accused in the death case of Zubeen Garg.During the hearing, Mahanta claimed that he was far away from the location at the time of the incident. However, the prosecution strongly opposed the bail, arguing that he is an influential person and had fled to Malaysia after the incident instead of cooperating with the investigation. According to the prosecution, a lookout notice had to be issued to secure his return.Public prosecutor Ziaul Kamar contended that there is no guarantee Mahanta would not flee the country…

The Supreme Court of India on Thursday reserved its order on the anticipatory bail plea filed by Congress leader Pawan Khera in a case linked to allegations against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s wife, Riniki Bhuyan Sharma. A bench of Justices J K Maheshwari and A S Chandurkar reserved its verdict after hearing arguments from both sides. Appearing for Khera, senior advocate Abhishek Singhvi argued that denying anticipatory bail would defeat the very purpose of pre-arrest protection. He said the allegations against Khera are matters for trial and that arrest would amount to unnecessary humiliation, adding that several sections…

A symposium on the rich tradition of Charita literature in Assam was organised at Assam Royal Global University (RGU) on Wednesday, bringing together eminent scholars, academicians, and students for a day of insightful discussions.The event sparked meaningful dialogue and generated keen interest among young learners on the Charita Puthi—biographical narratives of Srimanta Sankardev, Sri Madhavdev, and other prominent figures of the Vaishnavite movement in Assam.The inaugural session was graced by Prof. Nani Gopal Mahanta, Vice-Chancellor of Gauhati University, as the chief guest, while the keynote address was delivered by Prof. Dhruba Jyoti Borah, former president of Asam Sahitya Sabha, Sahitya…

In a major step towards ensuring safe and hygienic food for passengers, 10 railway stations along with the Divisional Railway Manager’s office canteen at Lumding, under the Lumding Division of Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR), have been awarded the prestigious “Eat Right Station” certification by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI).The certification is valid for the period from March 30, 2026 to March 29, 2028, in accordance with FSSAI guidelines.The stations that have received this certification include Silchar (Cachar district), Karimganj (Sribhumi district), New Haflong (Dima Hasao district), Diphu (Karbi Anglong district), Lumding and Lanka (Hojai district), Chaparmukh…

In a series of intelligence-based joint operations conducted in the month of April 2026, the Indian Army’s Red Shield Gunners, under the aegis of Spear Corps, in coordination with Assam Police, achieved significant success in Upper Assam districts of Tinsukia, Charaideo and Sivasagar. The operations, based on precise TECHINT and HUMINT inputs, led to the apprehension of one ULFA(I) cadre, ten Over Ground Workers (OGWs) and four drug dealers with established links to anti-national elements. Additionally narcotics were also recovered during the operations. These coordinated efforts highlight the effectiveness of joint operations in countering anti-national activities and disrupting support networks…

A suspected World War II-era tank shell was discovered at Singri village under the Ledo police outpost in Tinsukia district on Wednesday, April 29, triggering security concerns and swift action by authorities. According to sources, the explosive-like object was found by a local resident, identified as Mohammed Ismail, during soil excavation work near his shop. Workers initially noticed a large metallic object while digging and soon suspected it could be hazardous. Local residents immediately informed the police, following which security personnel rushed to the site, cordoned off the area, and implemented precautionary measures to prevent any untoward incident. Officials believe…

In a significant development in the ongoing investigation into the death case of legendary Assamese singer Zubeen Garg, a special fast-track court has ordered the seizure of Mahabir Aqua, a business allegedly owned by one of the prime accused, Siddharth Sharma. The court has also directed authorities to freeze bank accounts belonging to Sharma, along with those of several other individuals allegedly linked to financial transactions involving him, thereby expanding the scope of the investigation. Mahabir Aqua, a packaged drinking water unit located at the Soigaon Industrial Development Centre in Chhaygaon, has now come under judicial scrutiny as part of…