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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…

In a landmark conservation effort, the Assam Forest Department and the Madhya Pradesh Forest Department have begun the translocation of the endangered Asiatic wild water buffalo from Kaziranga Tiger Reserve to Kanha Tiger Reserve, marking the longest wildlife translocation by road within India. The initiative aims to reintroduce the species to its historic range in Central India, where it has been locally extinct for over a century. These megaherbivores play a vital ecological role as “grassland engineers,” helping manage tall grasses and enhancing biodiversity in grassland ecosystems. The Asiatic wild water buffalo (Bubalus arnee), listed under Schedule I of the…

In a landmark achievement for medical science and technological innovation, Swagat Endolaparoscopic Surgical Research Institute, in collaboration with Swagat Superspeciality Surgical Hospital, has successfully conducted what is believed to be East India’s first “office telerobotic surgery,” marking a major breakthrough for eastern India. It is to be shared that Swagat Super Speciality Hospital was the first in Eastern India to do two remote tele surgeries on the 10th of Sept 2025 between Gurgaon to Guwahati covering a distance of 1950 kms where in two Robotic cholecystetomies were performed remotely from Gurgaon. The present pioneering procedure was performed between the two…

The Nagaon Sessions Court on Friday sentenced 20 convicts to life imprisonment in the widely discussed Abhi-Neel mob lynching case. The accused had earlier been found guilty by the court. Out of 45 accused in the case, 20 were convicted, while 25 others were acquitted due to lack of evidence on April 20. Special Public Prosecutor Ziaul Kamar expressed dissatisfaction with the verdict, stating that the court did not consider the case as “rarest of the rare” and did not award capital punishment. He said the prosecution would challenge the judgment in a higher court. The case relates to the…

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya attended the 24th Rajya Puraskar Award Ceremony of the Bharat Scouts and Guides, Assam chapter held at Bhogeswar Phukanani Indoor Stadium at Rudra Singha Sports Complex in Guwahati on Friday.The Governor, in his speech, lauded the awardees for their commitment to the core values of service, character and leadership.Acharya also acknowledged the invaluable role played by parents, trainers, and officials in nurturing responsible and capable young citizens.He commended the Bharat Scouts and Guides for their yeoman services rendered during the last 75 years particular during natural disasters and emergencies, demonstrating exemplary commitment.The Governor noted that…

The North Eastern Council (NEC), the apex statutory body responsible for regional planning and development in the northeastern states, has reported a significant milestone in the financial year 2025-26, with total expenditure reaching Rs 1,496.78 crore, stated an official release.This marks a notable acceleration in development efforts across the region.According to official data, Rs 792.12 crore was utilized under the Schemes of NEC (SoNEC), while Rs 704.66 crore was spent under the North East Special Infrastructure Development Scheme – Roads (NESIDS-Roads), highlighting a strong push toward infrastructure and connectivity.During the year, NEC sanctioned 54 new projects worth Rs 435.22 crore…

Conservation experts, scientists, and forest officials gathered at Cotton University on Monday and Tuesday to chart a roadmap for protecting the critically endangered White-bellied heron, whose global population is estimated to be fewer than 50 individuals. The two-day workshop was organised by the Nature Conservation Foundation and brought together a diverse group of stakeholders, including researchers, forest department officials, and community representatives. The White-bellied heron—scientifically known as Ardea insignis—is found across parts of India, China, Myanmar, and Bhutan. In India, its presence is limited to Arunachal Pradesh, particularly in Namdapha Tiger Reserve, Kamlang Tiger Reserve, and parts of Anjaw district.…

On the occasion of Earth Day, the Indian Army’s Red Shield Gunners, under the aegis of Spear Corps, organised the Green Canvas Challenge—a painting competition at Reflection Senior Secondary School, Rupai, to promote environmental awareness among students. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from students across various classes, who expressed their ideas on themes such as environmental conservation, climate change and preservation of natural resources. The artworks reflected creativity, awareness and a strong sense of responsibility towards protecting the environment. The initiative aimed to inspire young minds to adopt eco-friendly practices and contribute towards a sustainable future. Army representatives encouraged students…