5.1 Magnitude Quake Hits Assam, No Damage Reported
A 5.1 magnitude earthquake struck Assam's Morigaon district early Monday. Tremors felt across Northeast India and neighbouring countries. No injuries or property damage reported so far.
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Assam adds 40 high-speed Japanese tech rescue boats to SDRF
Assam enhances disaster response with 40 new high-speed, Japanese-technology inflatable rescue boats for SDRF. These boats, costing Rs 6.65 lakh each, can rescue 8-10 people at once, boosting flood rescue capabilities.
India Approves First Twin-Tube Underwater Road-Rail Tunnel
India approves a groundbreaking 15.8 km twin-tube underwater tunnel under Brahmaputra. It will slash travel time from 6.5 hours to 30 mins, boosting defence & NE connectivity. Read more.
Assam Police Conduct Intensive Anti-Poaching Operations in Golaghat
Golaghat police conducted simultaneous anti-poaching raids in key wildlife habitats, including Diffloo Pathar and Brahmaputra sandbars, to combat illegal hunting. Read the full story.
Assam's New Year: Temples, Tributes, and Zubeen Garg's Legacy
Assam ushered in 2026 with devotees thronging ancient temples like Kamakhya. The celebrations were tinged with remembrance for the late singer Zubeen Garg, whose music echoed statewide. Read more.
Assam First State to Get Rs 500 Cr Proton Therapy Machine
Assam govt to procure a cutting-edge proton therapy machine for cancer care, a first in India's public health system. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announces mega infrastructure projects.
Xi Confirms $170B Brahmaputra Hydropower Project On Track
Chinese President Xi Jinping confirms the massive $170 billion hydropower project on the Brahmaputra River is progressing. Learn about the strategic implications for India and regional water security.
Foggy New Year's Eve Picnics Draw Crowds in Dibrugarh
Despite dense fog and cold, hundreds celebrated New Year's Eve at Dibrugarh's riverbanks. Bogibeel Ghat, Maijan Ghat, and Buridehing spots buzzed with festive energy as locals upheld annual tradition.
Xi Jinping: Taiwan Reunification 'Unstoppable' in New Year Speech
In his 2026 New Year address, Chinese President Xi Jinping declared Taiwan reunification inevitable and highlighted a major $170B Brahmaputra dam project. Read the full analysis.
Arson attack destroys 'Forest Man of India' Jadav Payeng's new plantation
Unidentified miscreants set fire to Molai Kathoni 2.0, a new forest cultivated by Jadav Payeng and his daughter in Assam's Majuli. The blaze caused extensive damage, destroying bird nests and habitat. Read more.
Haryana gets Rs 10 lakh compensation from 411 poaching cases
An RTI reveals Haryana secured Rs 10 lakh compensation from 411 wildlife poaching cases in 5 years. Yet, low conviction rates and delayed trials raise concerns over enforcement. Read more.
Winter Fog Disrupts Majuli-Jorhat Ferry Services
Heavy winter fog paralyzed ferry services on the Brahmaputra, stranding over 300 passengers and vehicles for hours. Read about the impact on Majuli's lifeline and official warnings.
Indian Star Tortoises rescued from Vadodara home
Wildlife Rescue Trust volunteers seized two protected Indian star tortoises from a Sayajibaug employee's house in Vadodara. The reptiles were handed over to forest officials. Read the full story.
Bogibeel Bridge marks 7 years of connecting Assam
India's longest rail-cum-road bridge, the Bogibeel Bridge, completes seven years since its inauguration by PM Modi. Discover how this 4.94-km engineering marvel over the Brahmaputra has revolutionized connectivity and trade in the Northeast.
Modi's Pariksha Pe Charcha on Brahmaputra Cruise with Students
PM Narendra Modi held a special Pariksha Pe Charcha session on a Brahmaputra cruise ship in Assam, discussing exam stress with 25 students. The unique event saw over 1 crore registrations nationally.
PM Modi Interacts with Students on Brahmaputra Cruise in Assam
Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in a unique interaction with students aboard a cruise ship on the Brahmaputra River in Assam, highlighting the region's development and natural beauty. Read more about this inspiring initiative.
PM Modi in Assam: Engages Students, Honors Martyrs, Addresses Rally
PM Narendra Modi's second day in Assam features 'Pariksha Pe Charcha' with students, homage to martyrs, and a major public address. Security heightened along Brahmaputra. Read for details.
Leopard captured near Dibrugarh industrial complex, relief for locals
A leopard causing alarm near Dibrugarh's BCPL complex was safely captured by forest officials. It will be released in Dehing Patkai National Park after a health check. Read the full story.
Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards 2025 Winners Announced
The 2025 Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards saw record entries, crowning hilarious animal photos while supporting global conservation. See the funniest shots!
Modi: BJP fixes Congress' NE errors, development flows unabated
PM Modi asserts BJP's double-engine govt is rectifying Congress' long-standing mistakes in Northeast. He compares Assam's development to the mighty Brahmaputra's flow. Read the full analysis.
Guwahati Ferry Services Halted for PM Modi's Brahmaputra Visit
Ferry services between Guwahati and North Guwahati suspended for two days due to security for PM Modi's Pariksha Pe Charcha on the Brahmaputra. CM inspects preparations. Details on traffic diversions inside.
China's Brahmaputra dam plan raises Indian water security alarm
China's massive hydropower project on the Yarlung Tsangpo river threatens water security and ecology downstream in India's Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. Experts warn of a 'water bomb' risk.
Third Body Recovered in Guwahati Brahmaputra Drowning
NDRF retrieves body of Sagar Gautam from Brahmaputra near Kharguli. He is the third victim from a group of five who drowned last week. Search continues for two missing persons. Read the full report.
PM Modi to hold Pariksha Pe Charcha on Brahmaputra vessel
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with students for Pariksha Pe Charcha 2024 aboard the Charaidew vessel on the Brahmaputra in Guwahati on Sunday morning. Read about the unique venue and student preparations.
Himalayas Transforming Due to Climate Change: Experts
Melting glaciers and erratic weather are altering the Himalayas, impacting rivers and lives. Experts at Lucknow University highlight urgent need for sustainable action. Read more.
Brahmaputra Lit Fest in Assam from Feb 6-8
The Brahmaputra Literature Festival returns to Assam's Sivasagar from February 6-8, 2025, paying tribute to Bhupen Hazarika and Zubeen Garg. Discover the confluence of rhythm, word, and art.
Fire at Assam's Namrup Fertilizer Plant Before PM Visit
A fire broke out at the Brahmaputra Valley Fertilizer Corporation Limited (BVFCL) ammonia plant in Namrup, Dibrugarh, raising safety concerns just before PM Modi's scheduled visit. No casualties reported.
Dibrugarh Uses Geo Bags, Porcupines to Shield Riverbank
Dibrugarh deploys US-made geo textile bags and porcupine structures along the Brahmaputra to combat erosion ahead of monsoon. WRD engineers explain the dual-strategy for sustainable bank protection.
Mukka Proteins Bags Rs 47.5 Cr BSWML Order
Mangaluru-based Mukka Proteins secures a major Rs 47.5 crore contract from Brahmaputra Valley Fertilizer Corporation Ltd. to supply fish meal. Read the full story.
Mega Tubes Deployed to Stop Brahmaputra Erosion in Assam
Assam's water resources minister Pijush Hazarika announces a mega tube project to block Brahmaputra's twin channels causing severe erosion in Baghjan, Tinsukia. Read about the advanced engineering solution.
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