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22 Apr

Assam Filmmaker’s Movie Selected For Guadalajara International Film Festival In Mexico

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam-born filmmaker, writer and actor Rajdeep Choudhury’s film, A Teacher’s Gift, has been selected for the 41st Guadalajara International Film Festival in Mexico, where it will be screened on April 24 as part of the Premio Maguey section, one of the festival’s prominent competitive strands.Regarded as one of the leading film festivals in Latin America, the Guadalajara International Film Festival has, over the years, showcased a diverse range of global cinema and emerging voices, making it a significant platform for international filmmakers.Each year, it draws a wide international audience and showcases films across multiple competitive and non-competitive sections.Directed by Artur…

22 Apr

“We Want Justice,” Says Anita Deka Mahanta While Backing Zubeen Garg During Bail Proceedings

Paromita EditorAssam

Amid ongoing legal proceedings related to the death of Assamese music icon Zubeen Garg, Anita Deka Mahanta on April 22 strongly defended her husband, Shyamkanu Mahanta, asserting that he has no involvement in the case and that the family is also seeking justice. Speaking to the media, Anita said Mahanta’s bail plea was being heard in a fast-track sessions court in Guwahati and expressed hope that he would receive relief. She alleged that her husband has been “wrongly incarcerated” for the past seven months. “Innocent people have been put behind bars. He has been in jail for no fault of…

22 Apr

Himanta Biswa Sarma Condoles Death of Assam BSF Jawan in Ladakh

riya EditorAssam

Assam bade a tearful adieu to a BSF jawan from the state who died in Ladakh while on duty. Ramen Baruah of Sivasagar district had a fatal fall during intense snowfall on April 18 and his body got buried deep under snow. It took two days to retrieve his mortal remains, which finally reached his home on Tuesday. "Deeply saddened by the untimely demise of BSF Jawan Shri Ramen Baruah of Chintamani Gaon, Sivasagar, who laid down his life while serving the nation in Ladakh," Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma wrote on his X handle today. "The nation salutes his…

22 Apr

Four Dead in Guwahati Flood Chaos; Magisterial Probe Ordered into Maligaon Incident

riya EditorAssam

At least four deaths have been reported in Guwahati following heavy rainfall and severe waterlogging, prompting authorities to launch multiple investigations, including a magisterial inquiry. Three bodies were recovered from different parts of the city on Tuesday. While officials have not conclusively linked the deaths to flooding, preliminary findings suggest they may be connected to recent artificial flood conditions. According to police, all three individuals had been missing since Sunday. Deputy Commissioner of Police (West) Balin Deuri said the bodies were recovered from the Basistha River, Mora Bharalu River, and a pond near Lachitgarh. Two of the deceased have been…

22 Apr

Supreme Court Upholds Acquittal in 2017 Hojai Rape-Murder Case Over Probe Lapses

riya EditorAssam

The Supreme Court of India has acquitted Moinul Haque, the prime accused in the 2017 rape and murder of a primary school headmistress in Hojai district, citing major lapses in the police investigation and prosecution. A bench comprising Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta upheld the 2022 verdict of the Gauhati High Court, which had acquitted Haque of charges of rape and murder. The apex court dismissed the appeal filed by the Assam government challenging the acquittal. In its judgment, the court observed that the arrest of the accused was “shrouded in a cloud of doubt” and pointed out serious…

21 Apr

Indian Army And NDRF Conduct Joint Flood Relief Training ‘Exercise Jal Raksha-II’ At Sivasagar

Paromita EditorAssam

The Indian Army’s Red Shield Gunners, under the aegis of Spear Corps, conducted Exercise Jal Raksha-II, a joint flood relief training exercise with the NDRF on 20–21 April 2026. The exercise aimed at enhancing operational preparedness and strengthening inter-agency coordination for effective response to flood-related emergencies. The training commenced with briefings on the composition and operational capabilities of Flood Relief Columns, followed by inputs from NDRF on disaster response procedures. Practical demonstrations of rescue equipment and techniques enabled participants to familiarise themselves with standard flood relief protocols. On the second day, activities included ground and drone-based reconnaissance, establishment of a…

21 Apr

Assam BJP to stage statewide protest against ‘Congress’ anti-women stance’ on April 23

Paromita EditorAssam

The Assam BJP will organize “Mahila Akrosh” protests across the state on April 23 against the Congress party’s "anti-women stance".The saffron party will be protesting against the non-passage of the Women's Reservation Bill after Opposition parties led by the Congress voted against it in the Lok Sabha on April 17.Party workers at all levels, district, mandal, and booth, have already mobilized themselves to ensure the resounding success of this agitation, a statement issued by the BJP stated.To effectively implement the protest programme, the State BJP has entrusted special responsibilities to 26 leaders, including Member of Parliament from Guwahati Bijuli Kalita…

21 Apr

Operation Chakra-V: CBI Nabs Key Conspirator Supplying Fake SIMs to Cyber Fraud Gangs

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested a key conspirator linked to a large cyber fraud network as part of its ongoing nationwide drive under Operation Chakra-V. Officials confirmed the development on April 20, saying the arrest is a significant step in cracking down on organised cybercrime. The accused was arrested from Guwahati in the early hours of April 19. He had been on the run since August 2025 and was being tracked for his alleged role in arranging and supplying illegally obtained SIM cards used in various cyber frauds. According to officials, the arrest is part of Operation Chakra-V,…

21 Apr

Debabrata Saikia Urges Inquiry Into Flood Mismanagement, Flags Safety Risks and Alleged Irregularities

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Severe waterlogging in Guwahati after heavy overnight rain has triggered a sharp political response, with Leader of Opposition Debabrata Saikia urging the Assam Human Rights Commission to take suo motu cognisance of the situation. The move comes after the death of a woman, which he linked to what he described as repeated failures in urban management. In a letter addressed to AHRC chairperson Justice Arup Kumar Goswami, Saikia said the flooding in the city is not a one-time issue but a continuing problem that is affecting the basic rights of residents. He described the situation as a serious concern for…

21 Apr

Guwahati Floods: Opp Leader Approaches Human Rights Commission After Woman Dies

riya EditorAssam

Leader of Opposition in the Assam Assembly, Debabrata Saikia has written to the Assam Human Rights Commission, seeking urgent intervention into the “continuing and systemic human rights violations affecting the residents of Guwahati,” after heavy overnight rain threw life out of gear in the city. Amid rain-triggered flash floods in Guwahati, a woman, identified as Payal Nath, died after falling into an open inundated drain at Maligaon Chariali near the Northeast Frontier Railway headquarters on Sunday night. In a letter to AHRC chairperson Justice Arup Kumar Goswami, Saikia, seeking Suo motu action over flooding and a woman’s death, described the…