North East

Assam, September 6, 2026: A new funding opportunity has been announced for entrepreneurs and startups in Assam, with the Assam Innovation & Startup Foundation inviting applications under the Assam Startup …

Guwahati, Assam: Assam is stepping up efforts to modernise its school education system through Artificial Intelligence, digital technology and innovation, with the state entering into partnerships with six organisations for …

Sivasagar, Assam: Assam’s historic Rangpur-Sivasagar Historic Ensemble has taken an important step towards international heritage recognition after India formally submitted the site to UNESCO for consideration under the World Heritage …

Guwahati: Fifteen educators from different parts of Assam have been selected for the State Teachers’ Award 2026, recognising their dedication to teaching, contribution to students and schools, and service to …

Maligaon: Train services between Assam and Mizoram have been disrupted after heavy rainfall triggered soil erosion along the railway track between Jamira and Bairabi, prompting the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) …

Guwahati: A drug-related operation in Guwahati’s Borpathar area has resulted in the arrest of a suspected drug peddler and the seizure of 63 grams of heroin, according to Guwahati Police. …

Guwahati: Security vigilance along Assam’s international border has reportedly foiled another suspected infiltration attempt, with 22 people allegedly trying to enter India being stopped before they could cross the border. …

Tura: A long-standing land-related issue in Tura has moved closer to resolution after Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma handed over land pattas to 17 families residing in Ronggi Songgital. …

Guwahati: Commuters relying on app-based transport in Guwahati may see services return to normal after protesting drivers decided to put their indefinite agitation on hold following discussions with Assam Transport …