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Case against Rahul Gandhi-led Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra over route deviation in Assam

According to an official, the march took a different turn in the town instead of going towards KB Road as…

Updated: January 19, 2024 11:03 IST

Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra: 'Assam govt most corrupt in India', says Rahul Gandhi

Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra enters Assam, Rahul Gandhi says ‘state govt most corrupt in India’

Countering BJP’s statement that such marches will not benefit the Congress, Gandhi said last year’s ‘Bharat Jodo Yatra’ has changed…

Updated: January 18, 2024 12:01 IST

At least 12 people were killed and 30 others were injured on Wednesday when a bus carrying over 40 passengers collided with a coal-laden truck in Assam's Golaghat district. The collision took place at around 4:30 am during the early hours near Dergaon, as the bus, carrying around 45 people, was en route to Upper Assam, The bus was heading from Kamargaon in Golaghat to Tilinga Mandir in Tinsukia district for a picnic and collided with the truck, PTI reported. Golaghat Superintendent of Police Rajen Singh stated, "As of now, 12 people have been killed in the accident." He further added that the injured had been taken to a hospital. Investigations are ongoing to gather further details. According to a senior doctor, serving at Jorhat Medical College and Hospital said that 30 injured individuals were receiving treatment, with some in critical condition, "We are monitoring them," she said. A local police station official reported that the truck, travelling in the wrong direction due to highway damage, collided with the bus, which was on the correct path. The incident occurred amidst foggy conditions, and both vehicles were reportedly travelling at high speeds. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives in the Golaghat, Assam road accident. He stated, "Pained by the loss of lives due to a road mishap in Golaghat, Assam. Condolences to the bereaved families. May the injured recover at the earliest." The post also mentioned that a compensation amount worth Rs 2 lakh would be provided to the families of the deceased, and Rs 50,000 to those injured. "The local administration is providing all possible assistance to those affected. An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of each deceased. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000: PM Narendra Modi," the PMO tweeted. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma also expressed anguish over the horrific bus accident in Dergaon and offered condolences to the bereaved families."The local administration is providing all necessary support to the injured in this difficult hour. Prayers for their swift recovery." he tweeted.

Assam: 12 killed, 30 injured as bus collides with truck in Golaghat, PM Modi offers condolences

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh to the families of the deceased, and a…

Updated: January 3, 2024 12:38 IST

Assam government unveils massive recruitment drive, announces 10,000 vacancies in THIS sector – Check details

As part of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sharma’s commitment to generating employment, the vacancies aim to bolster the education sector.

December 28, 2023 13:25 IST

Assam CM Himanta Biswa joins viral trend ‘Just looking like a WOW’; shares stunning picture of Assam bridge! Take a look here

In a different post, Sarma attributed the crystal-clear view of the majestic mountain range to a pollution-free environment.

Updated: November 13, 2023 18:25 IST

Indian Railways’ Road Under Bridge Initiative: This RUB near Guwahati’s Kamakhya Junction is set to ease traffic flow – Check all facilities here

The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) is constructing this Road Under Bridge near the Kamakhya Junction Railway Station in Guwahati’s Maligaon…

November 13, 2023 17:35 IST

Assam government announces more than 10,000 teaching vacancies.

Why Himanta Biswa Sarma said ‘just looking like a wow’?

The seemingly ordinary phrase, “so beautiful, so elegant, just looking like a wow” became an social media sensation after the…

November 12, 2023 17:40 IST

Assam Congress MLA Aftabuddin Mollah arrested for derogatory remarks on priests

The Congress MLA is alleged to have delivered an inflammatory speech targetting priests, Namgharias and seers at a public meeting…

November 8, 2023 11:14 IST

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Indian Railways’ bid for smoother operation: Doubling of New Bongaigaon to Kamakhya railway track via Goalpara begins – Know status, significance and more

It will facilitate a large number of daily commuters travelling to Guwahati for business and employment.

November 3, 2023 11:15 IST

The Chief Minister inaugurated a newly constructed bridge on the Barama-Dhamdhama-Tamulpur Road in the Tamulpur district.

Assam CM pushes multiple infrastructure initiatives in Bodo Majority Region – Details here

Sarma announced financial grants of Rs 25 crore for the construction of a new Baksa District Commissioner’s Office and an…

October 6, 2023 08:10 IST

Assam orders socio-economic survey of indigenous Muslim communities

This development comes a day after the Nitish Kumar government in Bihar announced the results of its caste survey which…

Updated: October 3, 2023 17:10 IST

AFSPA withdrawn from 4 districts of Assam, extended in 4 others for six months

The Assam government had last extended the ‘disturbed area’ notification under the AFSPA for another six months with effect from…

October 1, 2023 16:34 IST

Assam-Meghalaya border dispute: Fresh clashes reported in Lapangap village, no injuries – Watch VIDEO

The incident took place in Lapangap village along the boundary between Meghalaya’s West Jaintia Hills district and Assam’s West Karbi…

September 27, 2023 13:09 IST

Extortion ring busted! How interstate gang 'honey-trapped' wealthy Gujarat businessmen in Goa

Army Major and his wife detained in Assam for alleged abuse of domestic help

Police disclosed that information was received on Sunday concerning the severe mistreatment of a minor girl who had accompanied the…

September 27, 2023 12:56 IST

Ruckus in Assam Assembly over ‘Rs 10 crore’ subsidy by govt to Himanta Sarma’s wife

Speaker Biswajit Daimary rejected the adjournment notice to discuss the subsidy issue, stating that it was “not in order” and…

Updated: September 14, 2023 16:30 IST

Sarma declared that FIRs will be lodged against those found culpable of irregularities.

Assam CM’s big announcement: Over 22,000 state government jobs to be filled in next two months

The chief minister pointed out that the state government is looking to recruit nearly one lakh people in these posts.

September 4, 2023 17:48 IST

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Assam floods: Nearly 1.22 lakh people hit in 7 districts

Till Saturday, almost 2.43 lakh people were affected by floods across 13 districts.

September 3, 2023 20:50 IST

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Assam flood situation remains grim! Lakhs displaced, national parks hit – See Photos

The death toll in this year’s deluge has hit 16.

September 1, 2023 19:12 IST

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