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01 Aug

Assam Police Seize 50,000 Yaba Tablets, Heroin Worth Crores; Three From Manipur Arrested

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam Police have seized a major consignment of narcotics, including 50,000 Yaba tablets and heroin, from a vehicle in Amingaon under Kamrup district and arrested three persons from Manipur, officials said on August 1. Acting on specific intelligence inputs, police intercepted a Tata Nexon bearing registration number AS 11-AA-6800 in Amingaon. The operation was led by Kalyan Kumar Pathak, Additional Superintendent of Police (Headquarters), Kamrup. The arrested persons have been identified as Kh Tabish (24) and Thekcham Avinash Singh (41), both from Thoubal district, and Nongmaithem Biswajit (38) from Imphal West district. During a detailed search of the vehicle, police…

01 Aug

Recovery Begins as Assam Floodwaters Recede

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

As floodwaters continue to recede across several parts of Assam, thousands of families are beginning the difficult process of rebuilding their lives after weeks of devastation. Although the immediate flood situation has improved, the damage left behind in many villages has exposed the enormous challenges that lie ahead for affected residents. One of the worst-hit areas is Bihubor Nepali Khuti village in Sivasagar district, where flood-affected families are struggling to recover from what many describe as one of the most severe floods they have ever experienced. With the water gradually draining away, residents have returned to find their homes filled…

01 Aug

Dikhow River Reaches Severe Flood Stage in Upper Assam

sunny EditorAssam

The flood situation in Upper Assam is likely to worsen as the Dikhow River in Sivasagar district has reached the severe flood stage. According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), the river crossed the severe flood mark at 12 am on Thursday. Following the rise in the river's water level, the ASDMA has issued a public advisory asking people to stay away from riverbanks and avoid unnecessary movement in flooded areas. The authority warned that the increasing water level has raised the risk of flooding and riverbank erosion. Residents, especially those living in low-lying and riverside areas, have…

31 Jul

Imbibe positive thoughts to create positive vibes: assam police sb chief tells rgu freshers

Paromita EditorAssam

“Cultivate a positive outlook towards life. Positive thoughts and positive actions create a positive vibe. Stay connected with nature and always remember that, as Srimanta Sankardev taught us, among the countless heavenly bodies in the universe, the Earth is unique and precious.” This was the message delivered by Special ADGP, Hiren Chandra Nath, Special ADGP, Special Branch, Assam Police, while addressing the newly inducted undergraduate students of Assam Royal Global University (RGU) on the second day of Deeksharambh 2026, the University's annual Student Induction Programme, in Guwahati on Thursday.Delivering an inspiring address, Nath urged the students to nurture optimism, discipline,…

31 Jul

Kartik Aaryan Extends Support to Assam Flood Victims with Donation, CM Expresses Gratitude

sunny EditorAssam

Kartik Aaryan Donates ₹1 Crore for Assam Flood Relief, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Thanks Actor As Assam continues to battle one of its worst flood situations in recent years, Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan has stepped forward to support the affected people. The actor has donated ₹1 crore to the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund to assist ongoing rescue and rehabilitation efforts. Kartik Aaryan’s contribution has been appreciated by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who publicly thanked the actor for extending support during this challenging time. The Assam Chief Minister’s Office shared the update through its official X handle, acknowledging the…

30 Jul

Assam seeks Central package for relief, rehabilitation of flood victims

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday said the state government has requested for a Central package from the Centre for relief and rehabilitation of the people ravaged by an unprecedented flood in the worst-hit districts of Sivasagar, Charaideo, Jorhat and Golaghat.The state government has made the request before the Inter-Ministerial Central Team (IMCT), which concluded its four-day tour to flood-devastated districts of Upper Assam on Wednesday."We have sought a dedicated Central support package for Sivasagar, Charaideo, Jorhat and Golaghat covering relief, housing, infrastructure and livelihood restoration," the Chief Minister said."The floods this year has been on an unprecedented…

30 Jul

Heavy Rain Alert for Assam as IMD Forecasts Flood Risk

Banasree SarkarAssam

The India Meteorological Department forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall in Assam and northeastern states over the next three to four days. This has led the Government to issue warnings for potential flooding, flash floods, waterlogging, and landslides in vulnerable areas. Rainfall and thunderstorms are expected from July 30 to August 1 in parts of Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, and Nagaland, influenced by a prevailing weather system over neighboring regions, particularly affecting Upper Assam districts. An orange alert has been issued for Tinsukia district in Assam and for Mon, Mokokchung, and Wokha districts in Nagaland due to expected heavy rainfall and…

29 Jul

Ex-Servicemen Of Assam Contribute ₹25 Lakh To CM Relief Fund

Preeti SinghAssam

In a significant gesture of solidarity and public service, Directorate of Sainik Welfare, Assam have contributed ₹25 lakh to the Chief Minister's Relief Fund to support ongoing relief and rehabilitation efforts across the state of Assam especially for those who have been affected by the recent devastating floods in Upper Assam. The contribution reflects the veterans' fraternity of Assam in continued commitment to serving the society even after their years of distinguished service in the Armed Forces. Brig Polash Chowdhury, SM (Retd), Director, Directorate of Sainik Welfare, Assam along with Air Marshal Anjan Kumar Gogoi, PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd) and…

29 Jul

Assam governor takes stock of flood situation, asks authorities to ensure timely relief, rehabilitation

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Wednesday reviewed the prevailing flood situation in the State, with special focus on the flood-affected districts of Sivasagar, Charaideo, Jorhat and Golaghat, at a meeting held at Lok Bhavan in Guwahati.The meeting was attended by Additional Chief Secretary to the Government of Assam, Revenue and Disaster Management Department, L. Sweety Changsan, along with senior officials of the Revenue and Disaster Management Department and the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA).During the meeting, Changsan gave a detailed presentation on the current flood scenario across the State.She apprised the Governor of the extent of inundation, the…

29 Jul

7 Bodies Recovered In Sivasagar As Assam Flood Death Toll Reaches 75

Preeti SinghAssam, Latest

This year's monsoon floods have claimed the lives of 75 people. Although the flood situation in the state has eased somewhat, bodies are now being recovered one after another as the water recedes. With the recovery of 7 more bodies in Sivasagar district recently, the death toll in this flood tragedy has risen to 75. According to information shared by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), all 7 bodies recovered in the last 24 hours were from Sivasagar district. As a result, the number of deaths due to the current year's floods has gone up to 75. At present,…