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Five people, including a factory owner, have been arrested after an explosion at a rod manufacturing unit in Assam's Cachar district killed four workers. Multiple investigations have been ordered as authorities examine alleged safety lapses and possible negligence behind the fatal industrial accident

The CJP expressed concern over reports of student protesters being detained in Assam, West Bengal and Bihar despite the Centre's assurance of no punitive action. It demanded the release of detainees, withdrawal of FIRs and a written guarantee from the government

Four workers were killed in a suspected LPG cylinder explosion at an iron casting unit in Assam's Cachar district. Authorities have ordered multiple investigations into the blast, while the chief minister announced ₹5 lakh compensation for each victim's family

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma defended minister Keshab Mahanta after his daughter joined a protest over alleged NEET irregularities, saying adult children can hold different political views and should not be linked to or judged by their parents

An Assam Rifles jawan was killed and five others, including four security personnel and a civilian, were injured in a suspected IED blast targeting an Assam Rifles vehicle in Nagaland's Chumoukedima district. Security forces have launched an investigation into the incident.

The Supreme Court has set aside 27 ex parte orders declaring individuals as foreigners in Assam. Remanding cases for fresh adjudication, the court ruled that citizenship determinations cannot be mechanical and must satisfy constitutional requirements of fairness

A 50-year-old CRPF jawan from Assam was found dead under suspicious circumstances at Kota Railway Station. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation to determine the cause of death after a post-mortem found no visible external injuries

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that small, non-polluting enterprises will not need government approvals to begin operations for their first three years. The move aims to boost entrepreneurship, reduce regulatory hurdles, attract investment and strengthen the state's business ecosystem

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a foundational AI roadmap aimed at accelerating inclusive economic growth and improving public governance, while establishing critical regulatory frameworks to ensure data privacy and ethical technology deployment across the state

Air India will begin direct flights from Guwahati to Dubai and Abu Dhabi from August 4, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced. The move is expected to strengthen international connectivity, boost tourism, trade and investment, and enhance Guwahati’s role as a regional aviation hub

Preparations are underway at Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati for the Ambubachi Mela beginning June 22. The shrine will remain closed for three days during the ritual period marking Goddess Kamakhya’s annual cycle, before reopening to lakhs of devotees on June 26

Two personnel from Bihar, Flight Lieutenant Shubham Kumar and Agniveervayu Danish Alam, were among five killed in an IAF An-32 aircraft crash in Assam. Families recall last video calls and photos, as grief and pride mark their villages’ mourning

An Indian Air Force AN-32 transport aircraft reportedly caught fire after landing at Jorhat in Assam on Saturday. Emergency teams launched firefighting operations, while authorities are expected to order an inquiry into the incident. Casualty details were not immediately available.

The Centre signed a tripartite MoU with Assam and Nagaland to boost oil and gas exploration in the Northeast. The agreement aims to attract investment, enhance hydrocarbon production, generate employment, strengthen infrastructure, and unlock the region's untapped energy potential

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced portfolio allocations for the newly expanded Council of Ministers, retaining key departments like Home and Power. Major ministries including Finance, Health, and Education were distributed among cabinet colleagues to streamline governance

The Supreme Court ordered status quo on the deportation of five women declared foreigners by Assam tribunals and agreed to hear their appeals. The court directed that detainees not be deported until the next hearing while seeking responses from authorities

A new gecko species, Cyrtodactylus bapme, has been discovered in Assam’s Goalpara district. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma hailed the find at Urpad Beel, highlighting Assam’s rich biodiversity

Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that Assam will establish a counter-radicalisation cell to protect vulnerable youth from extremist influence. The chief minister said the government would firmly act against anyone attempting to mislead and radicalise young people in the state

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said BSF and Assam Police jointly stopped 10 Bangladeshi nationals from illegally entering the state. He highlighted strict border vigilance and “smart detection” as key to ensuring security and preventing infiltration into Assam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated India’s first AI and digital-powered “phygital” bank branch in Guwahati. The branch aims to enhance financial inclusion, offering instant credit access via UPI and AI-enabled services to support entrepreneurs and small businesses