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Tech-led relief efforts are underway in Assam, India, where new AI and community platforms are connecting flood-affected people with volunteers, NGOs, and relief providers to coordinate aid and rehabilitation.
Two tribal girls reported being abducted and sexually assaulted in a moving car in Assam, with the incident coming to light in the early hours of August 3.
The flood crisis in Assam has escalated, with the death toll reaching 97 and over 1.68 lakh individuals affected across fifteen districts, particularly Golaghat, where nearly 54,000 inhabitants are struggling.
The Assam government will begin the final assessment of flood-related losses to pave the way for compensation to affected families, and will also monitor individual collection of flood relief funds.
The death toll from the devastating floods in Assam, India, has climbed to 95, with over 1.6 lakh people affected across 14 districts. Political leaders visited the worst-hit areas as the crisis deepened.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has expressed gratitude to Anil Agarwal of Vedanta for his contribution of Rs 7 crore towards flood relief efforts.
Bhupender Yadav chaired a meeting focused on mitigating human-wildlife conflict, where states including Assam, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Uttar Pradesh presented their specific conflict scenarios to the committee.
BJP President JP Nadda, accompanied by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, visited flood-affected regions in Assam, including Nepalikhuti, and assured all necessary help from the Central government.
The death toll from widespread flooding in India's Assam district has risen to 87, with victims living in makeshift shelters after monsoon rains caused extensive damage.
Bangladesh has warned India that hosting political activities by a fugitive former leader could harm improving bilateral ties, as Assam continues to battle devastating floods.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Sarma visited the flood-ravaged Nepalikhuti area of Bihubar, inspecting the damage and announcing that compensation for flood victims would begin after August 9.
Actress Devoleena Bhattacharjee expressed distress as her mother is reportedly stuck amidst the severe Assam floods, with the actress stating 'Everything is finished'.
The southwest monsoon has caused widespread devastation across Assam, Gujarat, and Kerala, with Assam reporting the highest death toll of 82 and nearly 1.78 lakh affected, while Gujarat faced severe flooding.
Floods in Assam have resulted in 82 deaths and affected 178,000 people, as relief efforts intensify across the region.
Pranab Doley, an Assam activist, was detained under the National Security Act (NSA) after being granted bail, following his arrest on July 12 for protesting a proposed luxury hotel near Kaziranga National Park.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that flood-hit families are returning home as the government launches a time-bound rehabilitation plan, with the death toll from the floods rising to 82.
Heavy rains in Nagaland have severely disrupted the journey of Assam riders, causing flooded roads, landslides, and cracked sections that impede travel.
Four men tragically died while cleaning a water tank in Cachar, Assam, according to local police. The incident highlights the dangers associated with such tasks.
Pranab Doley, an activist previously jailed for protesting against a hotel in Assam, is now facing charges under the National Security Act (NSA).
Floods in Assam, India, have claimed 80 lives and affected 200,000 people across four districts, while the Kumamoto earthquake in Japan has resulted in 34 deaths, including related incidents.
The death toll from the recent earthquake in Japan has risen to 34, with significant damage reported to infrastructure, including nine ports experiencing liquefaction and cracks, and the 400-year-old Kumamoto Castle sustaining damage. The Japanese Red Cross Society has begun accepting donations to aid recovery efforts, while some semiconductor-related businesses are resuming operations.
Assam has revised its heritage land law, redefining who qualifies as an 'original inhabitant,' a move that could have significant implications for land rights and identity in the region.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Sarma flagged off a Rs 16 crore relief fund to aid the state's rebuilding efforts, acknowledging severe destruction despite improved flood conditions since July 21.
The story of Mamadou Gassama, an undocumented African migrant, is recounted, detailing his heroic act in 2018 when he scaled a Paris apartment building to save a four-year-old boy hanging from a fourth-floor balcony. His bravery earned him French citizenship and an internship with firefighters.
Several NDA-ruled states in India have begun withdrawing protest cases filed against students, though hundreds of detained students reportedly remain unreleased.
An individual accused in the NEET protest case has sought bail, arguing that the Assam government's policy to withdraw protest-related cases should also apply to him.
Extreme rainfall has led to recurring floods in Assam, with over 37,000 hectares of crops submerged and more than 26,000 animals washed away, highlighting the region's vulnerability to such disasters.
A new water law in Portugal tightens regulations for public fountains that are the sole source of water, requiring alternative potable water sources within 200 meters for 172 such fountains.
Jadav Payeng began planting a tree a day in 1979 on a sandbar in Assam, India, after seeing hundreds of dead snakes. His efforts over 40 years resulted in a forest, which authorities only discovered when a hundred elephants entered it.
A 13-year-old in Assam, India, tragically died while attempting to save her pet puppy during severe floods, with a video shared by her parents deeply moving many.
An explosion at a metal factory in Assam, India, resulted in four fatalities, with investigators believing molten metal burst out during the incident. The factory owner and four others have been arrested.
Actor Adil Hussain's family home in Assam has been severely affected by flooding, with the actor describing the situation as 'terrible'.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma publicly supported Keshab Mahanta, whose daughter protested against NEET, stating that children do not always follow their parents' political ideologies, drawing a parallel to his own family.
Pralhad Joshi has assumed office as India's new education minister, succeeding Dharmendra Pradhan. His appointment follows a period of student protests and discussions surrounding educational policies.
An explosion at Kade Global Infrastructure LLP’s metal processing unit in Pangram, Assam, has killed four people, with police initiating an investigation into the incident.
Twenty-three forest personnel who lost contact during patrolling and survey operations in remote areas along the Dima Hasao-Karbi Anglong-Nagaland border in Assam have been found safe after a two-day search.
Assam Police have arrested six individuals and detained over two dozen others in connection with a protest in Guwahati that was held in support of a demonstration in Delhi.
Floods in Assam, India, have claimed at least 62 lives and affected over 700,000 people across 12 districts. The Assam State Disaster Management Authority continues to report rising casualties and widespread impact.
Floods in Assam have left seven people missing across two districts, with 25% of affected areas unreachable. Chief Minister Himanta Sarma has clarified his earlier remark regarding a cloudburst being the cause of the floods, stating there is no confirmation.
An Assam woman died following a C-section procedure, leading to her husband and daughters receiving 40 lakh rupees in compensation.
Monsoon floods in Assam have claimed at least 47 lives, with six more deaths reported in the last 24 hours, and over 700,000 people affected. Chief Minister Sarma stated that 70-80 individuals are still missing as rescue efforts continue.
Villages in Assam, India, have been submerged by devastating floods, with residents reporting their entire communities going under water.
Floods in Assam have resulted in 10 additional deaths, including four children, within the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of affected people to over 600,000.
Assam floods have claimed 31 lives and affected over 5.6 lakh people. The government has announced relief measures.
The Indian government has announced a 50% reservation in vacancies for the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) and Assam Rifles for former Agniveers, who will also be exempt from the written test.
The flood situation in Assam, India, has deteriorated, with 21 more persons dying in 24 hours and 5.64 lakh people affected across 16 districts.
Flooding continues to devastate Assam, India, with water levels reaching heights unseen in half a century, forcing thousands into relief camps.
Flooding in Assam, India, has worsened, claiming 10 lives and affecting 3.62 lakh people as floodwaters inundate residential areas, sever road connectivity, and submerge agricultural land.
A family of four was swept away in flash floods in Assam, India, after heavy rainfall caused a sudden rise in water levels. Villagers have alleged delays in rescue efforts.
A biopic is reportedly in the works for Lachit Borphukan, the legendary Ahom commander who led Assam's forces to a historic victory against the Mughals in the Battle of Saraighat. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has indicated that filmmaker Aditya Dhar is being considered for the project.
Director Aditya Dhar is reportedly considering a high-profile project to helm a biopic on the legendary Ahom commander Lachit Borphukan, following an approach from Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.
Amidst internal turmoil within the Trinamool Congress (TMC), Mamata Banerjee has reportedly received a vote of confidence from Assam.
Raijor Dal MLA Akhil Gogoi was expelled from the Assam Legislative Assembly for the remainder of the day during the Budget Session, following repeated interruptions of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's speech.
Four individuals have been arrested in Manipur during an operation in connection with an ambush on an Assam Rifles convoy.
The United States has launched attacks on Iranian ports, including Bushehr, which houses Iran's only nuclear power plant, escalating the conflict between the two nations. This comes as oil prices hit a four-week high and a billboard depicting the White House in flames appeared in Tehran.
Assam has reported the repatriation of over 1,600 illegal immigrants to Bangladesh in the past two years. A total of 193 foreigners were pushed back under the 1950 Expulsion Act during this period.
Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that 1,679 illegal immigrants have been repatriated from Assam to Bangladesh over the past two years.
An Assam Rifles jawan was killed and four others were injured in a suspected Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast that targeted their vehicle in Nagaland. The incident is under investigation.
India's Supreme Court has set aside the 'foreigner' declarations of 27 individuals by Assam tribunals, ordering fresh hearings. The court emphasized that citizenship must be determined through a fair process.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced plans to build a 'Wall of Remembrance' in Warsaw for victims of what he described as 'genocide' committed by Ukrainian nationalists during World War II. This move highlights ongoing historical tensions between Poland and Ukraine.
Following the Santa Maria case, the Portuguese government has decided to implement a parallel list for minor therapeutic interventions alongside surgical lists, promising transparent and rigorous management.
Assam's Finance Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah presented a budget emphasizing a long-term development path, building on groundwork laid over the past decade, rather than just annual spending.
Assam has announced an ambitious Rs 77,353 crore investment plan in its 2026-27 state Budget to expand power generation, storage, and transmission projects.
Norwegian authorities have dropped a case against Bassam Hussein, a professor at NTNU, who publicly described the October 7 attack as 'the most beautiful thing this century' during an April lecture.
Opposition leaders in the Assam Legislative Assembly have demanded stricter action in the crackdown on counterfeit currency during the Budget Session.
Manipur authorities are initiating new operations to apprehend those responsible for the killing of two Assam Rifle personnel, following a high-level meeting with security officials.
Assam has reported a significant number of deaths over several decades due to human-elephant conflict, with 1,147 human lives and 246 elephant lives lost.
Flooding in Assam has impacted over 155,000 people, with the death toll reaching 98. Damage assessment is scheduled to begin on Sunday.
A flood-damaged rail link in Assam, India, has been restored, allowing train services to resume after the General Manager of Northeast Frontier Railway inspected the affected tracks, bridges, and infrastructure.
Three men from Assam's Cachar district were arrested after two minor girls from Mizoram reported being abducted and gang-raped inside a moving car.
A multi-state GST fraud network, valued at Rs 33 crore, has been busted in Assam, India, leading to the arrest of 12 individuals, including the alleged kingpin Vinit Kumar Poddar.
A 16-year-old girl in Assam was allegedly raped and murdered, with her family reporting that her face was smashed and body mutilated, including a rod inserted in her private parts. The investigation points to a possible love triangle.
Police in Assam, India, are investigating the brutal rape and murder of a teenage girl, with authorities stating the accused intended to 'teach her a lesson'.
Floodwaters continue to devastate Assam, with the death count rising to 88. Sivasagar district has been identified as the worst-affected area, accounting for over half of the state's flood-related fatalities.
Flooding in Assam, India, has resulted in 89 deaths and impacted 122,000 people, with more rainfall anticipated. Meanwhile, Ireland's Donegal experiences unseasonably windy weather, and a rehabilitation project for a NYSC camp in Sokoto, Nigeria, reaches 80% completion.
An active monsoon system is expected to bring intense rainfall across India's Northeast, prompting red alerts in Meghalaya and Arunachal Pradesh and heavy rain forecasts for Assam.
A CRPF officer in Assam, India, killed two of his colleagues and injured another before taking his own life.
The Assam film and music fraternity, including Zubeen Garg's wife, continued its flood relief fundraising drive, with artists and volunteers seeking public support for families affected by recent floods in Upper Assam.
Applications for higher education in Portugal have already exceeded the numbers from 2025, with 47,960 candidates registered by August 6, and are expected to surpass the total of 49,595 candidates from the previous year.
CM Sarma said that an assessment on the permanent damages incurred due to flooding will be carried out from next week and completed in ten days
Actor Randeep Hooda has appealed for support for the victims of floods in Assam, highlighting that people in the region are still suffering.
A Class 10 dropout in Assam, despite lacking formal training or a motorboat, successfully rescued 2,000 people during the recent floods. The flood situation in Assam has shown slight improvement, with the number of affected people dropping to 1.78 lakh.
Railway tracks in Assam have been severely damaged and washed away due to ongoing floods, significantly impacting rail services under the Tinsukia Railway division.
A boy in Assam tragically lost his life after being swept away by floodwaters while attempting to rescue his three-month-old pet dog.
The death toll from the Assam floods has climbed to 80, as authorities in the state shift their focus from rescue operations to rehabilitation efforts for those affected.
The Indian state of Assam is experiencing severe flooding, with satellite maps revealing extensive areas underwater and entire villages being washed away. Residents describe the floods as unprecedented, surpassing anything seen by previous generations.
The Indian Army successfully rescued a couple from neck-deep floodwaters in Assam, with a video of the dramatic rescue operation going viral.
Social influencers and non-profit organizations are actively supporting flood relief efforts in Assam, India, where the government has increased ex gratia payments for flood victims.
A man in Assam, India, started planting trees in 1979 after finding hundreds of snakes dead from heat on a treeless island. His decades-long effort has transformed the sandy area into a thriving forest, now home to hundreds of plant and animal species.
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken a suo motu case regarding the deaths from a factory blast in Assam and has requested a report from the Assam government's chief secretary and senior superintendent of police within two weeks.
Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt has called on fans to support flood-affected Assam, highlighting the severe crisis, with Salman Khan also joining efforts by distributing food packets.
The Assam government has announced an increase in ex gratia payments for the next of kin of flood victims and relaxed norms for compensation, aiming to provide more relief to those affected by the recent floods.
Police in Kerala busted a human trafficking racket that lured pregnant women and sold their newborns, following a complaint from a 22-year-old pregnant woman from Assam.
India's National Investigation Agency (NIA) will take over the case of an IED blast in Nagaland that killed one Assam Rifles soldier, following communication from the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Members of Parliament from Assam to address the ongoing flood situation in the state, assuring them of government support for relief and restoration efforts.
Survivors in Sivasagar, Assam, are recounting their harrowing escapes from recent floods and are now facing a long recovery period in the aftermath of the disaster.
The governments of Bihar and Assam have agreed to withdraw cases and release detainees involved in protests against the NEET paper leak, following midnight talks and pressure from the Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP) organization. This decision marks a significant win for students and the CJP, though other states like West Bengal have yet to issue similar orders.
Key topics for UPSC exams include discussions on pellet guns, the ongoing Assam floods, and recent typhoon activity.
Many of the 27 Assam residents previously declared foreigners have been granted a second chance, citing illness, poverty, illiteracy, or confusion about the legal process as reasons for not appearing before the foreign tribunal.
A forest team that went missing near the rugged and inaccessible Assam-Nagaland border has been successfully traced and found safe after two days.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has urged people not to harass a minister whose daughter joined a student protest, adding that he wouldn't be surprised if his own son participated in similar demonstrations.
The daughter of an Assam minister joined a protest against NEET, prompting Chief Minister Himanta Sarma to comment on her right to independent views. Sarma urged people not to troll her for her participation.
In a remarkable act of solidarity amidst the ongoing flood crisis in Upper Assam, residents of Salmora in Majuli, the world's largest river island, have voluntarily sent 20 traditional country boats to neighboring Sivasagar to assist rescue operations.
The Indian state of Assam is currently grappling with severe and unprecedented flooding.
Heavy monsoon rains have caused widespread floods and landslides across India, particularly in the state of Assam, resulting in at least 50 deaths. Over 700,000 people have been affected, with several rivers flowing above danger levels.
The death toll from floods in Assam, India, has risen to 47, with six more fatalities reported. Over 653,000 people across 11 districts remain affected by the ongoing disaster.
Floods in Assam, India, have shifted their course, leading to criticism regarding the state's static response to the changing disaster.
The death toll from severe flooding in India's Assam state has risen to 41, with 700,000 people affected and three individuals still reported missing.
Recent natural disasters and accidents have led to significant casualties across various regions. Earthquakes in Venezuela have killed over 5,300 people, while floods in Assam, India, have left 50 dead and over 100 missing, and a bus crash in a river also resulted in fatalities.
At least 26 people have died this week in Assam, northeastern India, due to floods caused by incessant rainfall, with more storms expected.
The death toll from floods in Assam has risen to 31, with over 5.6 lakh people marooned across 16 districts. The severe flooding continues to impact a large population and multiple regions.
The flood situation in Assam, India, has worsened, claiming 21 lives in a single day and affecting 5.4 lakh people across 16 districts. The Indian Army's Spear Corps has been continuously rescuing hundreds from flood-affected areas since July 19.
While Delhi experienced some relief from monsoon rains, severe weather conditions continue to affect Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Assam. The monsoon season brings both much-needed water and challenges across various regions of India.
Torrential runoff from Nagaland has caused devastating floods across Assam's Sivasagar and Charaideo districts, forcing thousands of families to seek refuge on rooftops and trees.
Over 170,000 people have been impacted by severe floods in Assam, prompting the Indian Army to initiate 'Operation Jal Rahat' for rescue and relief efforts.
An analysis explores the potential for weather control to become a new tool of geopolitical pressure or warfare, prompted by past natural disasters like the 2018 Assam floods.
The denial of the mass murder of Polish Jews by their neighbors is becoming increasingly vocal, with critics stating that 'they are rewriting our history'.
The private girls' madrassa in Assam's Bongaigaon district was sealed by the district administration on Wednesday, following allegations that the minor girl students were sexually abused.
Organizers of The Open golf tournament are considering adjusting final round tee times to avoid a clash with the 2026 World Cup final, should England reach the match. A decision on potential changes is expected after England's World Cup semi-final.
A breakaway faction of the NSCN(IM) insurgent group, operating from Myanmar’s Sagaing region, is suspected of carrying out recent attacks. These attacks resulted in the deaths of three Assam Rifles personnel over the past week.
The Leader of the Opposition in the Assam Assembly led a walkout, demanding tribal status for six communities, accusing the ruling BJP of failing to fulfill its pre-election promises.
Today's daily briefing focuses on key issues including Wangchuk's hunger strike, the ongoing crisis in the Strait of Hormuz, and Assam's border policy.
An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast in Nagaland resulted in the death of one Assam Rifles soldier and left four others injured. The injured personnel are receiving medical attention at a hospital in Dimapur.
Heavy waterlogging in Jorabat has caused significant traffic disruptions at the Assam-Meghalaya border, leading to diversions and delays for commuters.
Assam police have arrested land rights activist Pranab Doley for protesting a luxury hotel project near Kaziranga National Park. Opposition parties have criticized the arrest, calling it an attempt to silence dissent.
Police in Assam have arrested a 48-year-old man from Bihar on charges of raping a 12-year-old girl in Sivasagar. The accused, a fast-food vendor, lived in the same neighborhood as the survivor, who is currently receiving medical treatment.
Assam has unveiled a Rs 2,100-crore project to develop a satellite city around the Guwahati Airport, aiming to transform the area into a major hub for business, industry, and urban development.
The Assam government proposes action against polygamy and plans to amend the Assam Services (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 1964, to enable disciplinary proceedings against government employees practicing it, while Congress argues existing laws are sufficient.
Public transport in Porto will become free for residents starting this Friday. This initiative aims to encourage the use of public transportation among the city's inhabitants.
Portugal is expecting thunderstorms and cooler temperatures, with few cities reaching above 30°C. The report also mentions rare tornadoes in China and the anticipation of Super Typhoon Bavi.
A taxi driver was beaten to death outside the Kamakhya Temple in Assam following an altercation between the victim and the accused in the Kamakhya Shamshan area.
Former MLA and AIUDF leader Rafiqul Islam announced the party's memorandum, primarily demanding the repeal of the Uniform Civil Code law recently passed by the Assam Assembly.
A Bangladeshi man was detained in Assam after illegally crossing the border to meet his family. He was apprehended after entering Indian territory without proper documentation.
The Assam Christian Forum has raised concerns regarding provisions in the proposed Foreign Funding Bill, stating that they could negatively impact funds for schools, hospitals, and charitable organizations serving disadvantaged communities.
More than one million people in India's Assam state have been affected by severe flooding since July, triggered by heavy monsoon rains that have displaced thousands.
Popular YouTuber Triggered Insaan successfully conducted a 50-hour livestream, raising an impressive Rs 70 lakh to aid victims of the Assam floods.
The Union Cabinet has approved an ₹8,970 crore highway corridor project connecting Guwahati and Tezpur in Assam, aiming to halve travel time and boost connectivity in the Northeast.
Two additional young men were arrested on Wednesday in connection with the alleged gangrape and murder of a 16-year-old girl in Hailakandi, Assam. This brings the total number of arrests in the case to four.
Nearly 2,000 volunteers from the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) provided rescue, food, and essential supplies to over 40,000 flood-affected families across three districts in Assam, also organizing medical camps.
Union Minister JP Nadda visited flood-affected areas in Assam to assess the damage, where nearly 90 people have died and over 1.22 lakh people remain impacted across five districts.
A CRPF jawan in Assam shot and killed two of his colleagues with his service rifle before taking his own life. Police have launched an investigation into the motive behind the incident.
An on-duty CRPF jawan in an Assam camp killed two of his colleagues before taking his own life.
Heavy rains have caused widespread devastation across India, leading to flash floods in Kashmir and a death toll exceeding 100 in Kerala and Assam.
Amazon MGM Studios' Orion Pictures released the trailer for 'Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother,' a dramatic action thriller starring two-time Oscar winner Mahershala Ali, written and directed by Bassam Tariq.
Himanta Sarma assured residents of Assam that the government would support them through both relief and rehabilitation phases, committing to rebuild the worst-hit villages.
A 15-year-old girl in Assam's Hailakandi district was allegedly raped, bludgeoned, and had a rod inserted into her private parts, with her body discovered by her family upon returning from a feast.
Four individuals have been arrested following the discovery of a 15-year-old girl's body at her home in Assam, with her family alleging rape and mutilation.
The article details the dramatic and often tragic history of two prominent French cinema families, including a succession battle involving Thomas Langmann following the death of Claude Berri.
The Adani Foundation has distributed relief kits to approximately 8,000 families in the Nazira Sub-Division of Sivasagar district and Silapathar in Dhemaji district, as part of its flood relief drive in Assam.
The Assam government has invoked the National Security Act (NSA) against activist Pranab Doley, who was arrested after protesting a hotel project near the Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve, with the NSA being applied the day after he received bail.
Billionaire industrialist Gautam Adani has donated ₹11 crore to the Assam Flood Relief Fund, with the Chief Minister expressing gratitude for the support during one of the state's worst flood situations.
Assam Chief Minister Homanta Sarma announced key measures for flood-affected families, including a month-long loan moratorium and free textbooks, prioritizing support for those who suffered losses.
Residents of Delihi Gohain village in Assam's Sivasagar district continue to face challenges as roads remain submerged and boats are the only means of transport despite receding floodwaters.
Artists priced out of Abidjan have revitalized Grand Bassam, a city in Côte d’Ivoire, transforming it into a 'calm and soothing' creative haven, years after it was hit by a jihadist attack.
A suspected timber poacher was shot dead in a gunfight with forest guards in Assam’s Kokrajhar district after the poachers opened fire on personnel, who then retaliated.
The Assam Board has announced that it will provide free educational documents to students affected by recent floods in the region.
Bollywood actors Salman Khan and Alia Bhatt have launched and urged support for a flood relief drive in Assam, calling on India to assist the victims of the devastating floods.
Seven additional deaths have pushed the toll in the Assam floods to 75, although the number of affected people has decreased to 3.32 lakh across seven districts.
Air India Express has announced it will waive cargo charges for relief materials destined for flood-hit Assam. This initiative aims to facilitate the swift movement of essential supplies to communities affected by the floods.
Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) in Assam, India, have decided to donate one month's salary to aid flood relief efforts. The decision was welcomed by Congress MLA Nurul Islam.
A leopard lunged at a man in an Assam farm and was subsequently chased away by locals. The animal is believed to be roaming the area, causing panic among villagers.
Seven years after its initiation, the National Register of Citizens (NRC) process in Assam remains incomplete, raising concerns about its status and future.
Floods continue to devastate Assam, impacting over 500,000 people and causing the death toll to rise to 68. Villages are submerged, and the region faces a severe humanitarian crisis.
The Assam government has announced it will withdraw all cases and legal proceedings initiated against individuals who participated in protests concerning alleged irregularities in the NEET-UG examination.
Sivasagar in Assam is slowly returning to normalcy after experiencing its worst flood in five decades, with residents in affected villages beginning to clean their homes and salvage belongings.
Assam's flood relief plan includes an initiative to provide Mekhela Chadors for women and T-shirts for children affected by the floods, an effort estimated to cost around Rs 12 crore.
A massive explosion involving molten metal at a rod manufacturing unit in Assam resulted in the deaths of four people and left several others injured. The incident caused body parts to be scattered, indicating the severity of the blast.
Two districts in Assam have experienced unprecedented mass-scale flooding, which experts believe is part of a wider pattern of incidents in India's northeast region.
Following floods in Assam, children were seen drying their damaged books on roads, prompting the government to promise free replacements for the affected educational materials.
Three individuals were arrested in Assam following a coordinated operation on July 24, based on specific intelligence inputs regarding their links to an ISI-backed sleeper cell network.
A 53-year-old elephant miraculously survived a 55-kilometer journey down a raging river, swept away by turbulent floodwaters from Nagaland. The animal eventually washed ashore in Assam, suffering from an injured leg and exhaustion.
At least 50 people have died and 700,000 have been displaced in the Indian state of Assam due to severe floods caused by days of heavy monsoon rains and overflowing rivers.
Indian politician Pawan Khera appeared before the Assam Police Crime Branch for questioning in a defamation case, stating his cooperation with authorities.
The Chief Secretary of Assam has reviewed the current flood situation in the state and instructed all departments to accelerate relief and rehabilitation efforts for affected areas.
The flood situation in Assam, India, continues to be severe, with the death toll rising to 41 and over 727,000 people affected. Ten deaths were reported on Wednesday alone, according to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Sarma visited flood-affected districts, where floods have impacted over 727,506 people across 25 districts and nearly 1,700 villages since April 29.
Upper Assam is experiencing a sharp worsening of flood conditions, with 21 fatalities reported within a 24-hour period. The severe weather continues to impact the region.
An article revisits the violence that occurred in Assam 40 years ago on July 22, 1986, which resulted in six deaths.
Floodwaters in Assam have claimed nearly a dozen lives, displaced over 363,000 people, and inundated 15 districts, with the Brahmaputra River being a primary factor.
The Indian Army has launched 'Operation Jal Rahat' to rescue over 200 stranded civilians from inundated areas during floods in Assam, deploying rescue boats, medical teams, and engineering resources.
Flooding in Assam has severely disrupted rail services, leading to the cancellation, diversion, or short-termination of over 30 trains.
Flooding in Assam has led to the suspension of train services, with Indian Railways halting operations in Simaluguri.
Experts state that Assam's annual floods are not solely due to rain but are driven by a complex combination of natural geography and human activities, contributing to the recurring disaster.
Portugal has approved new regulations for TVDE services, allowing taxis to operate as TVDEs and requiring all drivers to be fluent in Portuguese. This change aims to standardize language requirements for ride-sharing services.
Assam has introduced a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to manage human-wildlife conflict, particularly concerning monkey menace and human-elephant interactions, following a record number of human and elephant deaths.
A mob attacked an Assam Rifles camp in Manipur, throwing stones, torching vehicles, and prompting the use of tear gas by security forces.
The flood situation in Assam, India, has worsened, with the death toll rising to four and over 35,000 people affected in the state's first wave of floods.
A municipality in Tinsukia, Assam, has initiated a 'Hall of Shame' campaign, utilizing CCTV cameras to identify and publicly shame individuals caught urinating or littering in public spaces.
An activist and convenor of the Greater Kaziranga Land and Human Rights Protection Committee, known for opposing luxury hotels near Kaziranga National and Tiger Reserve, has been arrested.
A 20-year-old man in Assam has been arrested for allegedly raping a 14-year-old girl and sharing a video of the incident on social media.
The Supreme Court has overturned Gauhati High Court rulings, granting relief to 27 individuals declared foreigners in Assam and calling for their cases to be re-examined by tribunals, emphasizing the importance of a fair citizenship process.
Himanta Sarma, the Chief Minister of Assam, oversaw the destruction of a large quantity of seized drugs, including morphine, opium, heroin, cocaine, and cannabis, valued at Rs 472 crore.
The Assam Budget outlines plans for a new satellite city near Guwahati airport and initiatives to boost the semiconductor industry in the region.
Assam's budget includes a proposal for a 'Green Cess,' with the generated revenue earmarked for various environmental initiatives such as afforestation, pollution control, biodiversity conservation, and the promotion of green energy.
The Assam budget has ignited a political clash, with the ruling party calling it a 'Visionary Roadmap' and opposition MLA Akhil Gogoi criticizing it as 'copy-paste' and heavily reliant on borrowings.
Assam's government has proposed new rules that would bar individuals practicing polygamy from state welfare schemes and could lead to dismissal for government employees engaged in polygamous marriages.
Police in Assam have apprehended a teenager in connection with the alleged abduction, rape, and murder of an eight-year-old girl. Locals are demanding justice for the victim.
Assam's Forest Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah announced the launch of an online transit pass system aimed at curbing illegal timber trade. The initiative emphasizes coordination between forest royalty and GST departments.
The Assam Assembly has raised concerns regarding inter-state boundary disputes and encroachment issues, stemming from incomplete demarcation during the creation of new states.