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The Assam administration imposed prohibitory orders along the India-Bangladesh border in Cachar district to curb illegal movement and cross-border activities. Restrictions include night-time movement bans, controls on river activities and transport of essential commodities to maintain law and order

The Supreme Court issued a notice to the Election Commission on a petition challenging its decision to conduct only a Special Revision of Assam’s electoral rolls. The petitioner argued that Assam requires a Special Intensive Revision due to its demographic sensitivities

Tezpur University agitators vowed to continue a campus shutdown until formal Centre confirmation of Vice Chancellor Shambhu Nath Singh’s removal. After tense overnight standoffs, a Ministry of Education team assured a time-bound inquiry, but protesters demand an official notification before ending their 79-day agitation

BNHS is preparing to release captive-bred Slender-billed and White-rumped vultures in Assam, working with communities to ensure safe habitats. The programme stresses eliminating harmful NSAIDs, preventing poisoning incidents, and restoring vultures’ ecological role in controlling carcass-related pollution and disease

The Indian Army is establishing the Lachit Borphukan Military Station at Bamunigaon in Assam’s Dhubri district near the Bangladesh border to strengthen intelligence, border security, and regional stability amid rising concerns over cross-border crimes, fundamentalist activities, and geopolitical tensions

A suspected Maoist, Apil Murmu alias Rohit Murmu, allegedly involved in a recent IED blast on a railway track in Kokrajhar, Assam, was killed in a police encounter. Authorities recovered weapons, and investigations into his network continue across Assam and Jharkhand

The Election Commission is likely to roll out the first phase of the nationwide Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists next week, starting with 10–15 states, including Assam, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. The exercise aims to weed out illegal migrants

Assam Police officials have reached Singapore to investigate the mysterious death of singer Zubeen Garg, who died while swimming on September 19. A special investigation team under the CID is coordinating with local authorities to examine the site and details of the case

One month after Zubeen Garg’s untimely death, fans and political leaders across Assam held prayer meetings to pay tribute. Congress and BJP leaders called for a thorough SIT investigation, honoring the singer’s contributions to Assamese culture and society.

Three Army personnel sustained minor injuries after unidentified terrorists fired at a military camp in Assam’s Tinsukia district. The attack occurred from a moving vehicle. Security forces retaliated and launched a joint search operation with police to trace the attackers

Singer Amritprava Mahanta and bandmate Shekharjyoti Goswami, both present at the Singapore yacht tragedy that claimed Zubeen Garg’s life, will be produced before court on Friday. Protests outside Baksa Jail prompted prohibitory orders and heightened security across the district.

Seven individuals who were present with singer Zubeen Garg during his final moments in Singapore have yet to respond to CID summons, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said. Only Rupkamal Kalita has cooperated, with investigations continuing under MLAT provisions

Two musicians, Shekhar Jyoti Goswami and Amritprabha Mahanta, were remanded to 14 days in police custody in connection with singer Zubeen Garg’s death. Their Singapore trip is under scrutiny as investigators probe allegations and circumstances surrounding the cultural icon’s demise

Assam police seized three lakh Yaba tablets worth ₹90 crore in Cachar district, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said. Acting on intelligence, police intercepted a vehicle from a neighbouring state and arrested two drug peddlers in the operation.

Singer Zubeen Garg was cremated with full state honours at Kamarkuchi near Guwahati as thousands of mourners, family members, and political leaders paid tribute. His last rites were marked by Vedic rituals, gun salutes, and an emotionally charged farewell

Thousands of fans gathered at Guwahati’s Sarusajai Stadium to pay tribute to late singer Zubeen Garg. His wife, Garima, thanked fans for their love, while officials and the public offered homage amidst rains and scorching sun

Five Bangladeshi students at NIT Silchar were suspended and deported after a violent hostel clash injured classmates. Authorities cited evidence of drug use, with ICCR backing the disciplinary measures without police involvement.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India now ranks among the top five countries in solar power and praised Assam's growing role in biofuel production and the national Semiconductor Mission

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a Rs 5,000-crore bamboo-based ethanol plant in Assam’s Golaghat district. The zero-waste plant will use green bamboo from four northeastern states and boost the rural economy. Modi also launched health and infrastructure projects worth Rs 6,300 crore

Telangana’s Dhrutee Indrasen clinched the Asian Under-14 singles title in Jorhat, beating Arisha Choudhary in the final. She also reached the doubles final, while Hyderabad’s Aheel finished runner-up in boys