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06 Oct

Assam STF Arrests Second Suspect in Alleged Pakistan-Linked Espionage Case

Paromita EditorAssam

The Assam Police Special Task Force (STF) has arrested a second individual in connection with an alleged espionage case involving a Pakistan Intelligence Operative (PIO). The accused, identified as Ritesh Kumar Singh (39), was apprehended from the Satgaon area of Guwahati. According to police, Singh, a native of Bihar's Begusarai district, was picked up from a rented accommodation in Satgaon for questioning as part of the investigation into STF Police Station Case No. 09/2026. Following interrogation, he was formally arrested. Investigators claim preliminary findings indicate that Singh was involved in espionage-related activities and allegedly shared sensitive information concerning security forces…

05 Oct

Assam Plans Monkey Census, Pilot Sterilisation Drive to Tackle Rising Human-Wildlife Conflict

Paromita EditorAssam

With incidents of monkey-human conflict on the rise across Assam, the state government is preparing to conduct a comprehensive census of the monkey population before launching a pilot sterilisation programme in identified conflict hotspots. The initiative follows a recent visit by an Assam delegation to Himachal Pradesh, where officials studied one of India's longest-running monkey sterilisation programmes. Introduced in 2006, the Himachal initiative has sterilised more than 1.86 lakh monkeys and is credited with significantly reducing the macaque population and related conflicts. According to official sources, Assam's Forest Department will first undertake a statewide survey to estimate the monkey population…

05 Oct

AASU and CJP Lock Horns Over Education Campaign; Akhil Gogoi Joins Debate

Paromita EditorAssam

A controversy surrounding the Chhatra Janata Parishad’s (CJP) “School Thik Koro” campaign has intensified in Assam, with the All Assam Students’ Union (AASU), CJP, and political leaders exchanging sharp views over the initiative aimed at highlighting the condition of government schools. The debate began after AASU general secretary Samiran Phukan raised concerns about CJP’s activities in the state, alleging that the organisation’s school visits were politically motivated and could contribute to instability. Phukan urged the people of Assam to closely observe the activities of the CJP and argued that while developmental work is welcome, such efforts should not be driven…

05 Oct

Minister Kaushik Rai reviews proposals under ‘Viksit Assam’ initiative

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Kaushik Rai on Sunday chaired a meeting with senior officials to review and finalise proposals for high-impact urban development projects to be submitted under the 'Viksit Assam' initiative.The meeting, held at the conference hall of the Minister's office in Dispur, focused on identifying and prioritising projects aimed at accelerating urban development, strengthening civic infrastructure and improving the quality of life of citizens across the state.Rai emphasised the need for coordinated efforts among all concerned agencies and directed officials to prepare comprehensive, outcome-oriented proposals with clear priorities and implementation strategies.The proposals being compiled by various…

05 Oct

Stage set for nagaon lok sabha bypoll on oct 6

Paromita EditorAssam

The Nagaon and Morigaon district administration are all set to conduct the by-election to Nagaon Lok Sabha constituency on Tuesday with about 19 lakh voters to decide the fate of 15 candidates. Official sources said all aspects, including law and order and effective enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct, have been reviewed in both election districts. All necessary arrangements have been made for polling to be conducted from 7am to 5pm. Polling personnel have reached their respective polling stations along with their polling materials. Of the 1902009 voters, 9,58,595 are male, 943364 are female while 50 are third gender…

05 Oct

Pro panja league’s guwahati trials uncover northeast’s emerging arm-wrestling talent

Paromita EditorAssam

The Pro Panja League's Northeast Trials concluded at the Rukmininagar Auditorium in Guwahati on Saturday. The event brought together promising arm-wrestling talent from across the Seven Sisters, along with athletes from other states. It was held in partnership with Assamese film production house, Zeal Creations, which came on board as primary sponsor and partner. The trials gave athletes a platform to compete across multiple weight categories and showcase their strength on the Pro Panja League stage. Parvinn Dabass, co-founder, Pro Panja League, and Preeti Jhangiani, president, People's Armwrestling Federation of India (PAFI) and Vice-President, Asian ArmWrestling Federation, attended the trials.…

05 Oct

Himanta Biswa Sarma Says Public Response to His Social Media Posts Reflects His Work as CM

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday said the messages conveyed through his social media posts are open to interpretation, stating that while he can put out a post, he cannot explain what lies behind its underlying message. Speaking about his posts on X, Sarma said it was for people to interpret what he intended to convey through his social media updates. “I can post, but how can I explain the underlying message within the post? That is for you to interpret,” Sarma said. The Chief Minister also spoke about the high engagement his social media posts receive, saying…

04 Oct

CM hands over 50 motorcycles to Assam Police for patrolling

Preeti SinghAssam

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma today formally handed over 50 Mavrick 440 motorcycles provided by Hero MotoCorp under its ‘Ride Safe India’ CSR initiative to the Assam Police at the Lok Sewa Bhawan complex in Dispur, with the objective of strengthening traffic management, patrolling, law enforcement and emergency response mechanisms.During the programme, the Chief Minister also rode a motorcycle wearing a helmet on the roads within the Janata Bhawan complex, sending a strong message on the importance of road safety and responsible riding.The motorcycles handed over to the Assam Police will enable police personnel to move more easily and swiftly…

03 Oct

AIUDF Chief Badruddin Ajmal Sparks Row with Explosive Remarks Against CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Preeti SinghAssam

As the election dates draw closer, the political atmosphere in Nagaon has intensified. Alongside the peak of the Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election campaign, a series of attacks, counter-attacks, and tense situations have erupted among political parties. Addressing an election rally at Borbori in Laharighat, AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal made several controversial and explosive remarks targeting Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, Minister Pijush Hazarika, and BJP candidate Debashish Sharma. Meanwhile, in Rupohihat, the situation turned volatile as a group of people staged a protest by showing black flags to a Congress election procession. Speaking at the Laharighat rally, AIUDF President…

03 Oct

CM Himanta Blames Akhil Gogoi’s Protest for Delay in Flood Compensation

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has criticised Raijor Dal MLA Akhil Gogoi over his ongoing protest demanding compensation for flood-affected residents of Sivasagar, claiming that the agitation itself has delayed the distribution of relief funds. Reacting to Gogoi’s protest, Sarma said that compensation would reach the affected people of Sivasagar if the MLA withdrew his agitation. The Chief Minister further alleged that Gogoi was attempting to take credit for the compensation, even though the financial assistance was being provided by the government. According to Sarma, the process of disbursing compensation has been slowed due to protests surrounding the issue.…