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  Former Assam Minister Bhrigu Kumar Phukan's daughter dies by suicide

  March 31, 2025 14:00 IST

  During the preliminary investigation, it was found that she had been battling mental health issues for a long time and was under treatment.

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  Manipur moving towards peace: Amit Shah defends President's rule, assures stability

  March 29, 2025 13:49 IST

  Amit Shah assures Manipur is moving towards peace, defending President’s Rule and emphasizing ongoing reconciliation efforts between Meitei and Kuki communities.

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  Amrit Bharat scheme: Redevelopment of 60 railway stations begins in North East | Here are details

  March 29, 2025 13:38 IST

  Amrit Bharat scheme: The redevelopment of these stations aims to enhance the travel experience for passengers while advancing the broader vision of transforming Indian Railways into a world-class transportation service.

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  AFSPA removed from this district of Assam, to be developed as state's second capital

  March 28, 2025 8:56 IST

  Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that AFSPA will now be in force in Tinsukia, Sivasagar and Charaideo districts. The AFSPA empowers security forces to arrest a person without a warrant, enter or search premises without a warrant, and perform other actions.

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  Assam paper leak happened at the school level, says state Education Minister

  March 25, 2025 20:10 IST

  Assam Higher Secondary first year or Class 11 examinations scheduled between March 24 and 29 were cancelled following reports of paper leak.

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  Assam CID takes over investigation into HS exam paper leak, fresh exam dates under discussion

  March 24, 2025 11:33 IST

  The Assam Police CID has taken over the investigation into the recent HS first-year exam paper leaks, which led to the cancellation of several exams, amid ongoing concerns over the state's examination security.

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  Meghalaya: Shillong traffic police makes helmets mandatory for children riding on two-wheelers

  March 23, 2025 13:34 IST

  The move came after it was observed that while parents and guardians riding two-wheelers wear helmets, children riding as pillion passengers or standing in front are left without head protection.

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  NIT Silchar's assistant professor arrested for 'sexually harassing' student

  March 22, 2025 12:45 IST

  As per the student, the teacher called her into his chamber to discuss marks and asked her to close the door. NIT Silchar suspected the accused teacher immediately.

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  Assam: Coaching Institutes Bill introduced in state Assembly, CM says 'will bring transparency'

  March 22, 2025 9:13 IST

  Assam: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said, "The bill will ensure strict adherence to rules, bring transparency in private coaching institutes and help in the overall welfare of students."

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  Tripura govt presents Rs 32,423.44 crore tax free budget, proposes 13 new schemes | Check details

  March 21, 2025 17:14 IST

  The Tripura government is set to establish a centre for computer-based examinations at Hapania International Fair ground in West Tripura so that the aspirants do not need to travel outside the state to appear in online examinations.

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  Manipur: Meitei community body accuses MLA of 'supplying weapons' in Jiribam

  March 21, 2025 9:22 IST

  The apex body of the Meitei community in Manipur’s Jiribam district on Thursday charged an MLA with supplying weapons to miscreants.

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  Assam: Shops to remain open for 24 hours in Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Silchar | Check details

  March 20, 2025 22:47 IST

  This decision to allow shops to operate 24 hours will help small businesses and eventually lead to the generation of more jobs due to an increased number of shifts.

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  Punjab Police to transport seven aides of Amritpal Singh from Dibrugarh Central Jail in Assam today

  March 20, 2025 12:52 IST

  Amritpal Singh along with Papalpreet Singh and Varinder Singh Johal will continue to be held under NSA, with their detention scheduled to expire in June.

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  FM Nirmala Sitharaman Commits to restoring normalcy, supporting Manipur's economic recovery

  March 18, 2025 18:38 IST

  Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman assured the Rajya Sabha of the central government's commitment to restoring normalcy and supporting Manipur's economic recovery amid ongoing violence.

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  Mizoram sheltering 41,000 from Myanmar, Bangladesh: CM Lalduhoma seeks help from Centre

  March 17, 2025 14:31 IST

  Mizoram is sheltering 41,000 displaced people from Myanmar, Bangladesh, and Manipur, with Chief Minister Lalduhoma urging the Centre for urgent support to address the growing humanitarian crisis.

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  Congress made fun of Bodo agreement, but it brought peace, development: Amit Shah in Assam

  March 16, 2025 16:18 IST

  Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that 82 per cent of clauses of the Bodo accord have been implemented and the remaining will be done in the next two years.

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  Amit Shah inaugurates first phase of Lachit Barphukan police academy in Assam's Golaghat

  March 15, 2025 12:53 IST

  In the first phase of the police academy, a museum, parade ground, a five-story building housing smart classrooms, a weapon simulator, research labs and administrative offices, among others.

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  Planning to visit Sikkim? Here’s how much you will now have to pay as tourist entry fee

  March 14, 2025 22:06 IST

  The Sikkim government has introduced a ₹50 entry fee for tourists under new rules aimed at boosting sustainable tourism. The fee, collected at hotel check-ins, will be used to improve infrastructure, connectivity, cleanliness, and tourist services across the state.

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  Assam: Woman critically injured after being assaulted on suspicion of witchcraft in Romai Tea Estate

  March 11, 2025 12:59 IST

  A 62-year-old Adivasi woman in Assam was critically injured after being assaulted by a mob on suspicion of witchcraft, highlighting the ongoing issue of witch hunting in the region.

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  Assam govt presents Rs 2.63 lakh crore budget for 2025-26: Key announcements and welfare measeures

  March 10, 2025 13:52 IST

  Assam's 2025-26 budget, presented by Finance Minister Ajanta Neog, allocates Rs 2.63 lakh crore with key provisions for social welfare, including financial aid for tea workers, women's empowerment, and pension reforms.

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  Manipur: Uneasy Calm in Kangpokpi as additional security forces deployed amid indefinite shutdown

  March 09, 2025 12:55 IST

  Tensions remain high in Kangpokpi district of Manipur, where violent protests and an indefinite shutdown continue amidst clashes between Kuki-Zo protesters and security forces.

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  Manipur violence: Protester killed in Kangpokpi; shutdown in Kuki-Zo areas from midnight

  March 08, 2025 20:49 IST

  The deceased has been identified as Lalgouthang Singsit. The 30-year-old received bullet injuries during the clashes at Keithelmanbi and died on the way to hospital, police said.

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  Manipur: Inter-district bus attacked on first free movement day, security forces retaliate

  March 08, 2025 16:26 IST

  Union Minister Amit Shah recently held a meeting and directed officials to ensure free movement across the state from March 8. Earlier in December 2024, the administration tried to ensure free movement, but no passengers showed up back then.

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  Civil Aviation Minister to approach MHA for opening customs check-post at Tripura’s Agartala airport

  March 06, 2025 21:43 IST

  Before an airport can be declared an international airport, the Union Home Ministry must approve the establishment of a customs check-post for immigration services.

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  Two earthquakes hit Manipur, 5.7 magnitude tremors felt across northeast

  March 05, 2025 15:27 IST

  Two earthquakes struck Manipur on Wednesday, with a 5.7 magnitude quake jolting Imphal East and tremors felt across Assam, Meghalaya, and other Northeast states. A second 4.1 magnitude quake hit Kamjong district. No casualties reported, but buildings sustained cracks.

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  Assam's Electronic City to be named after Ratan Tata: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma | Video

  March 05, 2025 6:50 IST

  Assam: Industrialist-philanthropist Ratan Tata passed away on October 9 at the age of 86. He was the Chairman of Ratan Tata Trust and Dorabji Tata Trust, two of the largest private-sector-promoted philanthropic trusts in India.

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  Assam CM alleges Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi received 'wedding gift' from cash-for-job scam accused

  March 04, 2025 9:26 IST

  Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma alleged that Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi received a wedding gift from 'cash-for-job' scam accused Rakesh Kumar Paul, calling it a case of corruption.

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  Ex-Assam CM's daughter assaults driver | Here's what she said after video goes viral

  March 03, 2025 23:54 IST

  The viral video shows the daughter of former CM Prafulla Mahanta hitting the driver in the MLA hostel area in Dispur. She said that the driver used to hurl abuses and comment on her in a drunk condition.