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Nearly 50 people die of thirst in Sahara desert after lorry breaks down
Only two survived after trekking more than 50km (30 miles) across the desert to alert the authorities.…
Assam, Meghalaya farmers resume farming in disputed border area after weeks of conflict
Farmers in Assam and Meghalaya resume farming in a disputed border area after weeks of conflict and brokered peace.…
5 arrested for gangrape of 15-yr-old girl inside moving car in Assam: Police
The survivor was given immediate shelter, however the prime accused managed to flee and was arrested later on the same day | India News…
Democrats call lack of menstrual leave ‘economic violence’ in push for new federal law
Rep. Adelita Grijalva used the phrase while promoting a bill that has the backing of 28 Democratic cosponsors and zero Republicans.…
Dem lawmakers gripe about the 'economic violence' of not being paid to stay home from work when menstruating
Democratic lawmakers said forcing workers to choose between pay and painful periods is "economic violence," backing a new paid menstrual leave bill.…
Three die after falling into septic tank in Assam’s Goalpara, one critical: Cops
The accident happened around 9:30 am when the property owner, Josok Rabha (40), along with two labourers and a relative, was cleaning an old septic tank, officers said. | India New…
Assam journalist assaulted, media office vandalised in Silchar; one detained: Cops
Raju Das, a reporter and anchor for Silchar-based newspaper-cum-digital platform Barak Bani, alleged that accused first called him to ask where he was and later entered office to a…
Illegal call centre busted in Goa, 26 held for duping U.S. citizens
Police bust illegal call centre in Goa, arresting 26 for duping U.S. citizens by impersonating bank officials.…
Top news of the day: SC upholds EC’s power to conduct SIR; protesters attack ED officials’ vehicle outside Pinarayi Vijayan’s house; and more
Top news of the day May 27, 2026: SC upholds EC’s power to conduct SIR; protesters attack ED officials’ vehicle outside Pinarayi Vijayan’s house; and more…
Delhi court issues notice to Assam CM, Delhi Police on plea seeking FIR over hate speech
Delhi court issues notices to Assam CM and Delhi Police over activist's plea for FIR regarding alleged hate speech.…
Assam Assembly passes Uniform Civil Code Bill
Assam Assembly passes the Uniform Civil Code Bill, establishing common laws for marriage and succession, despite opposition demands for further consultation.…
Assam assembly passes UCC Bill with ban on polygamy, live-in registration rules
NEW DELHI: The Assam assembly on Wednesday passed the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, 2026. The Bill had been introduced in the House on Monday by the BJP-led state government, maki…
Assam assembly passes UCC law by voice vote; opposition says not needed
Legislators from the ruling parties stressed that the law will empower and honour women, but opposition parties stated that it was unnecessary. | India News…
Assam Cabinet 2026: Full list of ministers
Assam Cabinet 2026: Know the full list of ministers in Assam's 2026 cabinet led by Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma.…
Delhi court notice to Assam CM on Harsh Mander’s plea over alleged ‘hate speech’
Mander sought registration of a case against Sarma over his alleged “inflammatory speeches” pertaining to the SIR in the state during an election campaign on Jan 27 in Tinsukia dis…
Assam filmmaker’s documentary screened at British Film Institute in London
Assam filmmaker Rajdeep Choudhury's documentary screened at BFI, showcasing Varanasi's culture and spiritual traditions after Indian Panorama selection.…
Assamese film Goodbye Guruji selected for Paris festival
Assam film Goodbye Guruji premieres in Paris, showcasing the transformative power of education through a mythological tale.…
UCC to ensure security for Muslim women: Assam CM
Assam CM asserts the proposed UCC will empower Muslim women, amidst opposition concerns over tribal community exclusions.…
One dead, two hurt in Assam police encounters
One killed and two injured in Assam police encounters involving armed robbery and extortion linked to extremist groups.…
Arunachal CM Khandu expresses concern over alleged custodial torture of anti-drug activist in Assam
Arunachal CM Pema Khandu voices concern over alleged custodial torture of anti-drug activist Gumin Mize in Assam.…
Assam dacoit wanted for doctor’s wife murder killed in gunfight, say police
The deceased, identified as Khairul Ali alias Moni, 32, was a resident of Lakhimpur district and allegedly involved in multiple dacoities across Assam | India News…
Search on for trapped coal miners in Assam
Rescue operation underway for nine trapped miners in Assam's flooded coal mine as three bodies are spotted.…
Govt. will work to make Assam ₹10 lakh crore economy by 2028, says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam aims for a ₹10 lakh crore economy by 2028, with a focus on women's rights and addressing price rises.…
Tribals out of Assam UCC bill; live-ins must register
Assam's UCC bill mandates live-in registration, bans polygamy, and requires marriage/divorce registration, excluding tribal communities. | India News…
87% winners in Assam polls got votes above 50%, shows ADR study
A study reveals 87% of Assam poll winners secured over 50% of the votes, highlighting trends in electoral success and criminal backgrounds.…
CAG expresses concern over Assam's fiscal sustainability as debt rises, investment remains limited
CAG raises alarms over Assam's fiscal sustainability due to rising debt, limited investments, and high committed expenditures in 2024-25.…
Assam's UCC bill: What it proposes on live-in relationships, and what we don't yet know
UCC bill introduced in Assam assembly; seeks to ban polygamy, register live-in relationships; exempts tribal communities | India News…
Assam govt tables UCC legislation, becomes third BJP-ruled state to do so
Chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said tribals will be kept outside the purview of UCC in line with similar provisions in Uttarakhand and Gujarat. | India News…
UCC Bill introduced in Assam Assembly
Assam's UCC Bill aims to ban polygamy and mandate live-in relationship registration, sparking opposition calls for broader consultation.…
UCC implementation in Assam: Muslim organisations seek consultations with government
Muslim organisations in Assam urge government consultations on the proposed Uniform Civil Code before legislative implementation.…
Assam Rifles apprehend key accused in 2023 abduction-murder of two Meitei students
Assam Rifles capture a key accused in the 2023 abduction-murder of two Meitei students, linked to insurgency in Manipur.…
Two suspected smugglers arrested with 26 rare Tokay Geckos: Assam Police
Based on specific inputs, an operation was carried out in Guwahati’s Betkuchi area on Friday night, during which the protected wildlife species, locally known as Keko, were rescued…
Côte d’Ivoire wary of jihadist threat in north 10 years on from major attack
Threat of jihadism continues to lurk along borders with Mali and Burkina Faso These days, when she is not organising the annual International Day of Reggae celebrations in Côte d’I…
Farmer trampled to death by elephant in Assam’s Chandranagar: Officials
According to forest department officials, the incident occurred in the Kauli area around 1am when Dey was returning home from a local market | India News…
Rupamoni Gorh becomes first woman from Assam to scale Mount Everest
Rupamoni Gorh makes history as Assam's first woman to summit Mount Everest, inspiring future generations with her achievement.…
Study maps Assam’s grim human-elephant conflict
A study reveals the drivers of Assam's severe human-elephant conflict, highlighting seasonal patterns and the impact of urbanization.…
Assam CM welcomes Muslims’ appeal against cow sacrifice on Bakrid
Assam CM supports Eidgah committees urging Muslims to avoid cow sacrifice on Bakrid for communal harmony.…
This eco retreat in Assam is where the Brahmaputra meets the one-horned rhino
Experience wildlife and Assamese hospitality at Rhino & River Wildlife Retreat, where the Brahmaputra meets the one-horned rhino.…
From weed to wealth: Assam women turn water hyacinth into livelihoods near rhino habitat
Assam women transform water hyacinth into sustainable livelihoods, aiding conservation efforts near Laokhowa-Burhachapori Wildlife Sanctuary.…
Assam tops drug trafficking arrests in East, Northeast; Manipur leads heroin seizures
The data was based on a cross-border drug trafficking and seizure report covering 12 states in northeast and eastern India, compiled using NCB data. | India News…
₹50 lakh cash, ₹80 lakh FDs seized from Assam bureaucrat’s residence: Cops
The recoveries were made from the residence of Lachit Kumar Das, an Assam Civil Service (ACS) officer posted as the additional director of land records. He was arrested on Thursday…
Governor outlines new Assam Government’s vision amidst Opposition walkout in Assembly
Governor Acharya presents Assam's new vision amid opposition walkout, highlighting achievements and future goals for the state.…
In a first, Ranjeet K. Dass elected Assam Assembly Speaker for second term
Ranjeet K. Dass makes history as Assam Assembly Speaker for a second term, allowing MLAs to take oaths in native languages.…
Politicising Zubeen Garg's death backfired on Congress-led Opposition in Assam polls: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma criticizes Congress for politicizing Zubeen Garg's death, claiming it backfired in the elections.…
Assam govt aims 20% cut in fuel cost, 10% down in revenue expense as part of austerity measures
Assam govt aims 20% cut in fuel cost, 10% down in revenue expense as part of austerity measures | India News…
Survey for township near Tata semiconductor plant shelved in Assam
Assam government cancels satellite township survey near Tata semiconductor plant following protests from Tiwa and Bodo communities.…
Himanta's wife passport row: Congress MP Randeep Surjewala summoned by Assam police on Saturday
NEW DELHI: The Assam crime branch has summoned Congress MP and senior party leader Randeep Singh Surjewala to appear before investigators in Guwahati on Saturday, May 23 in connect…
Hermes Agent as a Farmer's AI Advisor — Built on Android, Tested in Assam
Hermes Agent Challenge Build Submission What I Built A working agricultural AI advisor...…
Assam school students learn hands-on water quality testing
Assam school students engage in hands-on water quality testing, addressing critical pollution concerns through practical environmental education initiatives.…
Hamas looking to exploit Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca in order to smuggle funds to Gaza - report
In Egypt, the sources explained, the smuggled finances will be laundered or “redirected” using various methods before being transferred to Gaza.…
Hamas confirms killing of Qassam Brigades leader in Israeli attack
Israel targeted Izz al-Din al-Haddad, the head of Hamas's armed wing in Gaza, in an attack that killed seven others.…
Endangered hoolock gibbon crosses railway line using canopy bridge in Assam sanctuary
India’s only ape species, Gibbon, was recorded confidently swinging across a specially built canopy bridge over the Lumding–Dibrugarh railway line | India News…
Fourteen illegal immigrants prevented from entering India: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma reports 14 illegal immigrants thwarted from entering India by BSF and state police forces.…
Scan, upload, preserve: Mobile app to decentralise digitisation of Assamese language books
Scan, upload, preserve: Mobile app to decentralise digitisation of Assamese language books | India News…
Can Akhil Gogoi hold Sivasagar? All eyes on key Assam seat
Raijor Dal chief Gogoi, looking to retain his seat, is up against BJP's Kushal Dowari and AGP's Prodip Hazarika, who are in a “friendly” fight. | India News…
Exit poll 2026: When and where to watch predictions for Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Puducherry
Exit polls are carried out soon after people vote to understand voting patterns and estimate possible results. | India News…
Tamil Nadu Assembly election: 163 FIRs registered over social media posts violating poll code
163 FIRs filed for social media violations in Tamil Nadu's Assembly election, with 2,180 URLs blocked by platforms.…
Exit poll 2026: Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, Puducherry — When and where to watch
News News: NEW DELHI: With the high-stakes second and final phase of the West Bengal assembly elections 2026 concluding on Wednesday, all eyes are now on exit po.…
Caught in unrest after Zubeen Garg’s death, Assam’s Tezpur university starts afresh
Tezpur University in Assam revitalises its academic offerings and infrastructure after unrest following Zubeen Garg's death.…
BJP’s rapid rise in Assam is more pronounced in ST seats
The BJP's rise in Assam's ST seats highlights a significant political shift, with 2026 results crucial for its future.…