Assam

Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election controversy

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated about 10 hours ago

Latest: BJP names Debasish Sharma for Nagaon Lok Sabha by-poll

The upcoming Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election in Assam has drawn scrutiny regarding the candidacy of former administrative official Debasish Sharma. Dhubri MP Rakibul Hussain has called on the Election Commission of India

India 2026 monsoon rainfall intensifies across regions

360 clusters · 322 sources · last updated about 14 hours ago

Latest: Odisha hit by heavy rainfall as low-pressure system moves over Bay of Bengal

The 2026 monsoon season has intensified, causing widespread flooding, landslides, and fatalities across India. By mid-August, the death toll in Himachal Pradesh reached 187, with cumulative losses estimated at nearly Rs

Assam economic and industrial development initiatives

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Assam to develop land banks and industrial estates to boost investment

The Assam government is implementing various initiatives to strengthen the state’s economic sectors and industrial capacity. In the dairy sector, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has outlined plans to bridge the gap b

Child protection and welfare initiatives in Assam

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Assam Chief Minister launches innovation and child protection initiatives

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has emphasized the state’s commitment to child welfare and protection. Following a crackdown on child and forced marriage that resulted in over 11,000 arrests and an 81 per cent d

Vice-President C P Radhakrishnan official visits

7 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Vice President Radhakrishnan highlights Northeast India's role in national growth

Vice-President C P Radhakrishnan has undertaken a series of official visits across various Indian regions. Following earlier travels to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Tamil Nadu, Uttarakhand, and a multi-state tour cov

Indian Finance Minister international economic engagements

6 clusters · 44 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Nirmala Sitharaman meets regional leaders and IMF officials on economic matters

Indian Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has undertaken several high-level engagements to address domestic and international economic matters. In mid-August, Sitharaman traveled to Jaipur for BRICS meetings, foll

Regional development and politics in Northeast India

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Assam and Arunachal Pradesh leaders review regional development and investments

Regional development and political activities in Northeast India have centered on infrastructure, investment, and strategic governance. In Assam, leadership has focused on coordinating with the central government to pr

Meghalaya government and KSU reach truce

6 clusters · 33 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Meghalaya and KSU reach truce over cement project and border issues

The tension between the Meghalaya government and the Khasi Students’ Union (KSU) has transitioned from an ultimatum to a tentative truce. Following a central executive committee meeting in Shillong to review talks from A

India telecom security and fraud prevention measures

6 clusters · 25 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: India enforces strict SIM card limits to bolster digital security

In July 2026, India’s Department of Telecommunications (DoT) introduced new security regulations to protect critical digital infrastructure. These rules prohibit telecom infrastructure providers from storing or transmitt

India's 2027 digital census expands and faces scrutiny

20 clusters · 52 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: India advances Census 2027 enumeration in four states

The 2027 Census, now fully digital, has expanded its scope and methodology. The government has notified 40 questions for the population enumeration phase, notably including caste enumeration for all communities for the f

NEET PG 2026 exam disruptions and NBEMS reforms

8 clusters · 36 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: NEET PG 2026 re-examination completed in Jaipur following technical disruptions

The National Board of Examination in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) and the National Testing Agency (NTA) established the timeline for the NEET PG 2026 postgraduate medical entrance exam, scheduled for August 30, 2026. Followi

Assam regional governance and security updates

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Assam CM announces police reforms and new Anti-Narcotics Task Force

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has addressed several regional security, administrative, and social issues. Initially, the Chief Minister focused on regional tensions with Meghalaya, proposing the development of

Development and welfare initiatives in Assam and Odisha

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Assam receives major funding for rural development and infrastructure

In late August 2026, regional leaders in Assam and Odisha engaged with central government officials to address welfare and disaster relief. In Assam, discussions focused on flood relief following damage to an estimated 2

Indian crackdown on Shahzad Bhatti network

4 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Assam authorities arrest fifth suspect linked to Shahzad Bhatti Network

In late July 2026, Indian security agencies began targeting the Shahzad Bhatti network, an alleged Pakistan-based group directed by the ISI. Initial reports indicated the network used social media to radicalize youth in

Himachal monsoon hazards escalate: death toll reaches 259

14 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: India monsoon rains cause fatalities and massive damage in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand

The monsoon crisis in Himachal Pradesh has intensified, with the death toll rising to 259 fatalities recorded between June 30 and September 1. Financial losses have escalated significantly, now exceeding ₹1,200 crore, wi

Kaziranga ESZ dispute escalates into legal and civil unrest

5 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Kaziranga National Park: Congress protests proposed ESZ reduction

The dispute regarding the Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) surrounding Kaziranga National Park has escalated into legal challenges and civil unrest. While the Assam government previously indicated the 10-kilometer buffer would r

Infrastructure development in Assam

3 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Assam announces 55,000 crore rupee infrastructure plan

Infrastructure development in Assam continues through major highway, rural connectivity, and administrative projects. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved a Rs 8,97

Religious festival preparations in West Bengal and Assam

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Traditional festivals and idol-making crafts continue in West Bengal and Assam

Preparations for traditional religious festivals, including Durga Puja and Jagaddhatri Puja, are underway in West Bengal and Assam. The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) has issued calls to organizers in West Bengal to maint

India Olympic 2036 preparation and talent development

3 clusters · 35 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Narendra Modi urges expansion of India's Olympic sports participation

India has begun establishing a strategic framework to support its sporting ambitions for the 2036 Olympics. Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya has called for an accelerated talent identification roadmap, proposing a

Rising food commodity prices in India

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Commodity prices surge in Gujarat as sugar and onion costs rise

Essential commodity prices are rising across parts of India, specifically impacting Guwahati and Gujarat. In Guwahati, staples such as sugar, onions, and various rice varieties have seen significant price hikes, with som

Gauhati High Court mining and flood litigation

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Gauhati High Court investigates mining links to Assam floods

The Gauhati High Court has admitted a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) regarding the causes of recent devastating floods in Assam. The petition, filed by former Assam Leader of the Opposition Debabrata Saikia, alleges th

Assam flood relief and political disputes in Sivasagar

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Sivasagar flood relief efforts face political disputes and survey extensions

Raijor Dal chief and Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi initiated a hunger strike in flood-ravaged Sivasagar, Assam, to demand ₹10 lakh in compensation for every family affected by recent flooding. Gogoi also called for the flood

Assam floods: Death toll rises to 107; 1.37 million affected

37 clusters · 152 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Assam floods cause 107 deaths and affect 1.37 million people

Monsoon floods in Assam have caused at least 107 deaths and affected approximately 1.37 million people across 10 districts. The Assam State Disaster Management Authority reports that flooding has impacted 456 villages an

Assam flood recovery and infrastructure restoration

2 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Assam CM meets Union Ministers to coordinate flood relief and infrastructure repair

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has continued high-level engagements in New Delhi to secure central support for flood recovery and infrastructure rebuilding. Following initial discussions with Prime Minister Nar

Assam educational infrastructure and support initiatives

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma highlights educational financial aid schemes

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has highlighted various efforts to strengthen the state’s educational landscape, involving both private philanthropy and government initiatives. Initially, the Chief Minister hon

Assam-Meghalaya border taxi and fuel standoff

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Fuel shortages hit Shillong as transport union suspends supplies from Assam

A standoff between taxi operators from Assam and Meghalaya has caused significant economic disruption along their shared border. The conflict escalated following a Khasi Students’ Union rally on August 19, leading to ret

Manipur transport and connectivity restoration

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Assam and Northeast India address inter-state transport safety and service resumption

Following a period of crisis and road blockades in Manipur, the state government initiated steps to restore connectivity. In early August, authorities announced the immediate reopening of National Highways to all communi

Char Dham Yatra sees record crowds amid monsoon flooding

26 clusters · 74 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Char Dham Yatra attracts 4.8 million pilgrims in 125 days

The 2026 Char Dham Yatra continues to see record-breaking attendance despite severe monsoon disruptions. By the 125th day of the season, over 4.8 million pilgrims had visited the four shrines, an increase of 522,634 devo

Dikhow River flooding and erosion in Assam

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Dikhow River erosion threatens Sivasagar–Nazira road

In July 2026, heavy monsoon rains caused the Dikhow River to burst its banks, inundating villages in the Nazira Co-District of Upper Assam. The flooding resulted in at least seven deaths and displaced thousands of people

Exam fraud protests, minister resignation, Jharkhand sit-in

278 clusters · 818 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Youth protests in India lead to education minister resignation

The 2024 NEET-UG paper-leak protests, led by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), culminated in Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation on 25 July. Following violent demonstrations in Delhi, police compiled doss