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20 Oct

First Confirmed Record in India in Over Two Centuries: Assam Forest Minister Announces Discovery

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A rare flowering shrub believed to have vanished from Indian botanical records for over two centuries has been rediscovered in Assam's Bongaigaon district, marking a significant milestone for botanical research in the state. Assam Forest and Climate Change Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah announced that the species, Ardisia colorata, was rediscovered in the Abhayapuri area by Gauhati University researchers Manash Baruah and Nilakshee Devi during extensive botanical surveys conducted across Assam between 2020 and 2025. According to the minister, the finding represents the first confirmed record of the species in India in nearly 204 years. The shrub was originally described in…

18 Oct

Repeat offenders Saddam Hussain and Sahjamal Sheikh held for bike theft

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Two notorious bike thieves have been caught by Kahilipara Police. The arrested have been identified as Saddam Hussain and Sahjamal Sheikh, who were held along with the stolen bike. According to police, the duo stole a Royal Enfield Hunter (Reg No. AS 01 GQ 0839) from Kanaklata Path in Kahilipara at around 4:30 am on Friday. After the theft, police tracked the bike's GPS location showing it moving towards Goalpara and immediately alerted Dhupdhara Police. At around 6:30 am, while the thieves were on the move, police intercepted them and caught one thief along with the stolen bike. The other…

16 Oct

Assam police seizes drugs worth Rs 13 crore in twin operations in Guwahati and nagaon 5 arrested

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Assam Police achieved another major success in its anti-drug operation in the state. In two separate special operations conducted in Guwahati and Nagaon on Friday, police seized a huge quantity of narcotic substances worth about Rs 13 crore. Police have already apprehended five persons involved in the illegal drug trade in this operation. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma disclosed this through social media and lauded such strict action by the police. In the first operation, Guwahati Police recovered 1.056 kg of narcotics worth about Rs 8 crore. Two persons have been caught by the police on charges of being involved…

16 Oct

Eco-Friendly Patrolling Boost: Forest Staff in Raimona Get Bicycles to Enhance Mobility

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In a bid to strengthen patrolling activities and wildlife conservation efforts, bicycles have been provided to frontline forest staff of Raimona National Park. The initiative was supported by the Legal and Advocacy Division (LAD) of Aaranyak in collaboration with the Department of Environment and Forest of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC). A total of ten bicycles were handed over to forest personnel during a programme held on October 14 at the Kachugaon Forest IB under the Central Range of Raimona National Park. The bicycles are expected to enhance field mobility, improve patrolling efficiency, and support sustainable conservation practices. The initiative…

15 Oct

Surajit Academy stages Swachhata Hi Seva shows in Guwahati

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With the aim of creating awareness about cleanliness and taking the message of cleanliness to students, two puppet plays on 'Swachhata Hi Seva' were successfully staged today at the auditorium of the National Science Centre, Guwahati, organized by Surajit Academy. The puppet show, directed by Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar awardee Binita Devi and conceptualized by Simanta Sharma, Senior Fellow of the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, created special enthusiasm and joy among the students present. It is noteworthy that various awareness programmes are being implemented as part of the 'Swachhata Hi Seva 2026' campaign at the National Science…

14 Oct

Witness Testimonies Continue in Zubeen Garg Case, Rajesh Bhuyan and Raja Baruah to Depose Today

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One of the accused in the Zubeen Garg death case, Amritprabha Mahanta, today appeared physically before the Fast Track Court. Until now, during the trial proceedings, accused Amritprabha Mahanta had been appearing in court virtually from jail. However, after being granted bail on the orders of the Gauhati High Court and released from Haflong Sub-Jail yesterday, the court had directed accused Amritprabha Mahanta to appear physically today. Meanwhile, in connection with the Zubeen Garg death case, the recording of witness testimonies is continuing in the Fast Track Court of Judge Sharmila Bhuyan. Today, film director Rajesh Bhuyan and Zubeen Garg's…

13 Oct

Family Names 5 Suspects in Himashree Boro Case, Allegations Yet to Be Verified

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A team of Andhra Pradesh Police has arrived at Panikhaiti Police Outpost in the Chandrapur area of Assam to record the statements of Himashree Boro’s father and sister as part of the investigation into her death. The police team is also expected to visit Boro’s residence to gather additional information and record further statements. Officials have assured the family that the investigation will be carried out promptly. The development comes a day after Boro’s family lodged a complaint at the Government Railway Police (GRP) station on Monday afternoon, demanding a thorough investigation into her death. Family members also recorded their…

13 Oct

Census Now Technology-Enabled, Not Just Manual: Keshab Mahanta at Guwahati Conference

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Assam Minister Keshab Mahanta today emphasised the importance of completing the Census exercise within the stipulated timeline while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy.Mahanta, in his address at the State-Level Principal Census Officers’ Conference on Phase-II of Census 2027 in Guwahati today, observed that the Census process had evolved from predominantly manual operations to a more time-bound and technology-enabled system.Referring to the commencement of the next phase, the Minister in charge of the General Administration Department called upon District Commissioners/ PCO (Principal Census Officer) to undertake field visits, identify potential problem areas and ensure all preparations are completed effectively.The Minister…

12 Oct

‘Magic in Mayhem’ Wins Best Graduation Project at Royal School of Fashion Design Showcase

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The Royal School of Fashion Design and Technology (RSFT) of Assam Royal Global University (RGU) celebrated the creativity and talent of its graduating designers through ‘Synthesis 2026 – A Graduation Design Showcase’, held at the Royal Garden on the university campus on Friday.The showcase brought together fashion, craftsmanship, cultural narratives, sustainability and contemporary design, providing the graduating students with a professional platform to present their original collections before an audience comprising fashion professionals, designers, creative practitioners, academicians and fashion enthusiasts.The event was graced by nationally renowned fashion and costume designer Anju Modi as the chief guest. Her celebrated work extends…

11 Oct

Forests Turn Into Classrooms: Nameri Tiger Reserve to Host Residential Learning Programmes

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The Assam Forest Department has launched an educational initiative to take learning beyond textbooks and connect students directly with nature at Nameri Tiger Reserve.The 'Nameri Wild Classroom', open to students of Class 8 and above, including college-goers, will offer two- and three-day residential learning programmes, Forest and Climate Change Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah said."It will give school and college students an opportunity to learn directly from nature at Nameri Tiger Reserve," Baruah said.The programme includes birdwatching, guided forest walks, wildlife tracking and activities focused on river ecology. Students will also have opportunities to experience rafting on the Jia-Bharali River and…