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08 Jun

CID raids BJP MLA Ramakanta Deuri’s residence in fisheries recruitment scam probe

Paromita EditorAssam

CID sleuths today conducted a search at the residence of BJP MLA Ramakanta Deuri in Morigaon district in connection with the alleged recruitment scam in the Assam Fisheries Development Corporation.It was part of the CID’s ongoing investigation into allegations of irregularities in appointments in the Fisheries Corporation. CID is investigating the recruitment process.The CID has also issued a summons directing Deuri to appear before investigators for questioning as the probe progresses.Ramakanta Deuri, who previously served as Chairman of the Assam Fisheries Development Corporation, is one of the key accused in the case. Investigators are seeking to determine the extent of…

08 Jun

Assam CS Reviews Preparedness For June 21 Neet-UG RE-Exam In State

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam Chief Secretary Ravi Kota on Monday held a discussion with Chief Postmaster General Arvind Verma regarding preparedness and precautionary measures for the smooth conduct of the NEET-UG 2026 Re-Examination, scheduled in the State on June 21.The re-examination will be conducted across 88 examination centres in 17 examination districts, covering over 43,000 candidates across Assam.The Chief Secretary reviewed arrangements for the secure handling, transportation and distribution of examination materials and emphasised close coordination among all stakeholders to ensure a fair, secure and seamless examination process across the State.Ravi Kota had on May 30 reviewed the preparedness for the re-examination in…

08 Jun

Dangari Girl Creates History as Assam’s First Woman Fire Engineer

Paromita EditorAssam

In a remarkable achievement that has brought pride to Assam and the Dangari region of Tinsukia district, Shivangi Sonowal has become the first Assamese woman to qualify as a Fire Engineer from the prestigious National Fire Service College (NFSC), Nagpur.The daughter of Jitul Sonowal and Banti Handique Sonowal of Dangari village, Shivangi recently completed her B.Tech in Fire Engineering from the premier institution under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. Her accomplishment is particularly significant given the highly competitive and demanding nature of the course, where only a limited number of women gain admission each year.Admission to the…

08 Jun

Verdict Awaited on Bail Applications of Four Accused in High-Profile Assam Trial

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

A Special Fast-Track Court in Assam is scheduled to pronounce its order on Monday on the bail applications of four accused in the alleged murder case of late Assamese cultural icon Zubeen Garg, marking an important stage in the ongoing trial. The court is expected to deliver its verdict on the bail pleas filed by Sandipan Garg, Amritprabha Mahanta, Nandeshwar Bora and Paresh Baishya. The hearing on their bail petitions has already been completed, and the court had reserved its order after hearing arguments from both sides. The case, which has attracted significant public attention across Assam, is currently being…

06 Jun

Kaziranga’s Avian Riches Revealed: 217 Raptors, 266 Storks Recorded in New Survey

Preeti SinghAssam

A recent wildlife survey has revealed the rich avian diversity of Assam’s Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve, recording 30 species of raptors and six species of storks across the protected landscape. The comprehensive stork and raptor rapid survey was conducted during February and March this year by the Kaziranga Tiger Reserve Authority in collaboration with researchers from Gauhati University. The findings were released on the occasion of World Environment Day. According to the report, a total of 217 individual raptors belonging to 30 species and 266 individual storks representing six species were recorded during the survey. Kaziranga's diverse habitats,…

06 Jun

Complaint Filed in Goalpara School Beef Consumption Allegation; Police Launch Inquiry

Paromita EditorAssam

A complaint has been lodged at Krishnai Police Station in Assam's Goalpara district following allegations that a group of students consumed beef inside a classroom and allegedly attempted to pressure two Hindu students to eat it at a higher secondary school. According to the complaint, the incident reportedly took place at Habraghat Higher Secondary School in Krishnai. The complainants alleged that five students brought beef to the school and consumed it inside a classroom during school hours. The complaint further stated that the students allegedly tried to compel two Hindu classmates to consume the meat. When the two students refused,…

06 Jun

Outrage Grows Over Alleged Mob Lynching Attempt in Patharkandi; Two Arrested

Paromita EditorAssam

Public outrage is mounting over an alleged mob assault in Assam's Patharkandi area, where two teenage boys were reportedly brutally attacked while attempting to recover their family's missing cattle from a neighboring village. According to local sources, the incident took place on June 1 when members of a family from Mambari village traced their missing cattle to Nalugaon village and went there to bring them back. During the process, two teenage members of the family were allegedly detained by a group of villagers and subjected to severe physical assault. Witnesses and family members allege that the attackers used sharp weapons,…

06 Jun

Cabinet Boosts MLA Development Grants, Eases Fund Use Rules

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam Cabinet has approved a significant increase in the MLA Local Area Development (MLALAD) fund, enhancing the financial resources available to legislators for development works in their constituencies. The decision was taken during the first Cabinet meeting held after the recent expansion of the Himanta Biswa Sarma-led state ministry.Under the revised arrangement, every Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) will receive an annual allocation of Rs 1.5 crore under the MLALAD scheme during the financial year 2026-27. The allocation will be further increased to Rs 2 crore per year from the financial year 2027-28 onwards.The state government said the…

06 Jun

Dibrugarh Gets State Capital Region, ₹500 Crore Development Push

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam Cabinet has approved the creation of a State Capital Region in Dibrugarh and decided to set up a dedicated development authority to oversee its future growth and infrastructure planning. The decision was taken during the first Cabinet meeting held after the recent expansion of the Himanta Biswa Sarma-led ministry. The move is aimed at supporting Dibrugarh's growing role as Assam's second capital and ensuring planned urban development in and around the city. The government believes that a structured development framework will be necessary as administrative activities and public infrastructure continue to expand in the region. According to the…

05 Jun

Woman Killed, Another Critically Injured as Train Hits SUV in Dhemaji

Paromita EditorAssam

A woman was killed and another sustained critical injuries after a passenger train collided with a four-wheeler at an unmanned railway crossing in Dekapam under Jonai subdivision of Assam's Dhemaji district on Friday. According to reports, the accident occurred when the driver attempted to cross the railway track as the Ledo–Murkongselek passenger train was approaching. The vehicle was hit by the train and dragged along the tracks for some distance, leaving it severely damaged. The deceased has been identified as a woman from Arunachal Pradesh. Another occupant of the vehicle suffered serious injuries and was rushed to Dibrugarh for advanced…