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07 Jan

Assam Congress suspends its joint secretary for breach of party discipline

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) has suspended its joint secretary Shahnawaz Ahmed Bhai for allegedly breaching party discipline.The suspension order issued by APCC general secretary (organization) Bipul Gogoi stated that as directed by APCC president Gaurav Gogoi, Ahmed has been suspended from the party until further order with immediate effect due to his breach of gross party discipline, damaging party image and deliberately creating political hatred among party workers.

07 Jan

Assam: School Timings Changed in Kamrup (Metro) as Cold Wave Intensifies

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Authorities in Kamrup (Metro) district have announced revised school hours due to cold weather conditions, delaying the start of classes by one hour effective from January 7, 2026, to January 13, 2026. Following an order from the Axum Sarba Siksha Abhijan Mission and in consultation with the District Commissioner, all government and private schools must adapt their schedules for the safety and health of students. The new timings are set as follows: primary schools will operate from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM, upper primary schools from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and secondary and senior secondary schools from 10:00 AM…

06 Jan

Peerless Hospital Guwahati announces expansion plan to strengthen affordable healthcare services

Sonakshi SarkarGuwahati

Peerless Hospital Guwahati reported on its progress over the past six months and detailed its strategic roadmap for growth through 2026 at a recent press conference. The hospital emphasized its commitment to high-quality, affordable, and patient-centric care in Assam and the Northeast, highlighting significant improvements in clinical outcomes and increasing patient footfall since its inception in July 2025. CEO Dr. Gautam Kumar Das outlined plans to enhance care quality by expanding services under the Ayushman Bharat scheme and investing in advanced medical technologies. Medical Superintendent Dr. Pranab Barua noted consistent improvements in patient outcomes due to refined clinical practices and…

06 Jan

IIT Guwahati brings together Online B.Sc. Data Science and AI students at Annual AI Confluence

Sonakshi SarkarGuwahati

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati recently hosted the Annual AI Conference, "AI Confluence," which involved 400 students enrolled in its online B.Sc. (Hons) Degree program in Data Science and AI, offered by the Mehta Family School of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. This two-day event provided a collaborative environment for students who typically engage in online learning, allowing them to interact with faculty and peers, thereby enhancing their connection to the institute.Participants of varied academic and professional backgrounds, including early-career professionals and recent high school graduates, a few attended lectures, discussions, and activities that fostered community engagement. Prof. Devendra Jalohal,…

06 Jan

Government Reshuffle: Bhandari Heads SRLM, Rajani Sharma to Pakyong

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The Government of Sikkim has appointed R.B. Bhandari, ADC (Development) of Pakyong District, as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the State Rural Livelihoods Mission (SRLM) under the Rural Development Department. The appointment was confirmed through an official order issued by the Department of Personnel. According to the notification, Mr. Bhandari had earlier been transferred and posted as Director of the Sikkim State Directorate of Lotteries under the Finance Department. However, the latest order has reassigned him to head the SRLM. The SRLM plays a key role in promoting rural livelihoods, supporting self-help groups, and improving income opportunities for…

06 Jan

Assam Police Bust Fake Tata Semiconductor Recruitment Scam, Assets Worth ₹24.95 Lakh Attached

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

With the establishment of the Tata Semiconductor Assembly and Test facility in Jagiroad, a scam targeting unemployed youths has emerged, where fraudulent actors promise jobs connected to the project. The Morigaon police have arrested several individuals involved and attached bank accounts containing approximately ₹25 lakh as ordered by the court. The scammers, including a lecturer named Saiqul Islam, lured victims by spreading false promises on social media and conducting fake training sessions, initially charging ₹5,000 and later demanding ₹20,000 to ₹30,000 for issuing provisional and final appointment letters. They even forged Tata Group letterheads to lend authenticity to their scheme.…

06 Jan

Fast-Track Court Sought for Trial of Zubeen Garg Death Case

Sonakshi SarkarNews

The Lawyers' Association Guwahati (LAG) today demanded a fast-track court for expeditious trial of Zubeen Garg death case.The trial of the case began at the Kamrup (Metro) district and sessions court last month.General secretary of LAG Apurba Kumar Sarma said that a dedicated fast-track court needs to be set up for day-to-day hearing of to case for speedy delivery of justice.He further said that instead of assigning the case to only one public prosecutor, a team of lawyers should be appointed by the government to represent the prosecution side to ensure that the guilty can't escape punishment under any circumstances."It is…

06 Jan

Crude Oil Leak Triggers Panic in Dibrugarh Village; Residents Blame Ageing OIL Pipeline

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

A crude oil pipeline of Oil India Limited (OIL) reportedly burst late on Monday night in the Salmari–Digholia area under Tingkhong in Assam’s Dibrugarh district, causing panic among residents and damage to nearby farmland and fish-rearing ponds. Local people said the incident took place at around 10 pm when a sudden bursting sound was heard from the pipeline. Soon after, crude oil started leaking continuously from the damaged section. The smell of crude oil spread quickly across the area, and many residents said they were worried about the possibility of a fire.Villagers said that within a short time the leaking…

06 Jan

Voter Roll Row in Assam: Congress Alleges Irregularities Ahead of 2026 Polls, CM Sarma Rejects Claims

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

A fresh political debate has started in Assam after Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition in the state Assembly, Debabrata Saikia, wrote to Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar alleging serious problems in the draft electoral rolls published after a Special Revision ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. Saikia has asked the Election Commission to stop the finalisation of the voter list until all the reported issues are checked and solved. In his letter, Saikia said that there were “unknown” and unauthorised names appearing in the rolls. He said these concerns were based on news reports as well as feedback…

06 Jan

Crude Oil Leak After Pipeline Burst Causes Panic Among Assam Residents

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

A crude oil pipeline owned by Oil India Limited (OIL) ruptured on Monday night in Shalmari Dighalia, Dibrugarh district, Upper Assam. The incident, which took place around 10 pm, resulted in a loud explosion and continuous leakage of crude oil, alarming local residents who feared a potential fire. The oil spread to agricultural fields and fish ponds, leading to reports of fish deaths due to contamination. OIL officials quickly arrived on the scene to manage the leakage, but residents reported breathing difficulties due to the strong odor, which reached a radius of nearly one kilometer. There are concerns that exposure…