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Prime Minister Modi visits Assam on September 8th for Bhupen Hazarika's birth centenary. He will inaugurate a bio-ethanol plant and other projects.

PM Modi to Celebrate Bhupen Hazarika's Centenary in Assam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Assam on September 8th to celebrate Bhupen Hazarika's centenary. Key infrastructure projects will be inaugurated, including a bio-ethanol plant and a bridge over the Brahmaputra.

PM Modi in Assam for Bhupen Hazarika Centenary

PM Modi will visit Assam for Bhupen Hazarika's centenary. He will also inaugurate major projects like a bio-ethanol plant and bridge over Brahmaputra.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Assam on September 8 to participate in the birth centenary celebrations of the illustrious Bhupen Hazarika, according to Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's announcement on Friday.
The Prime Minister's itinerary first takes him to Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL) located in the Golaghat district, where he will dedicate a bio-ethanol plant to the nation. This significant project has been established with an investment of Rs 4,200 crore.
Following his visit to Golaghat, Prime Minister Modi will head to Mangaldoi in Darrang district. There, he will inaugurate the Guwahati-Ring Road, unveil a bridge over the Brahmaputra connecting Kuruwa and Narengi in Guwahati, and lay the foundation stone for the Mangaldoi Medical College Hospital.
In the evening, he is set to arrive in Guwahati to officially open the birth centenary celebrations of Assam's revered cultural icon, Bhupen Hazarika, as noted by Sarma.
(Only the headline of this report may have been reworked by Editorji; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
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Assam government begins eviction of over 1,500 families from 3,600 acres of forest land in Golaghat’s Rengma Reserve Forest amid controversy over legality and humanitarian concerns.

Massive Eviction Drive in Assam Clears 3,600 Acres of Forest Land

Massive Eviction in Assam Affects 1,500 Families

Assam government begins eviction of over 1,500 families from 3,600 acres of forest land in Golaghat&rsquo;s Rengma Reserve Forest amid controversy over legality and humanitarian concerns.

A massive eviction drive is underway to clear alleged encroachment on over 3,600 acres of forest land in Assam's Golaghat district, officials said on Tuesday. The move by the state government will affect at least 1,500 families, they said.
Several senior officials of the Golaghat district administration and the forest department told PTI that the eviction drive started in the morning to clear the alleged encroachment on almost 11,000 bighas (over 3,600 acres) of land in the Rengma Reserve Forest in Uriamghat along the Assam-Nagaland border in Sarupathar sub-division.
Although the government has claimed that the area was encroached, there were houses under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G), water connection under Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), government schools under Sarba Siksha Abhiyan (SSA) and electricity connections to almost every household, besides markets, mosques, madrassas and churches, the locals claimed.
"The eviction started from the main market in the Bidyapur area. We will gradually proceed to residential areas and demolish the illegal housing structures," an official said.
He claimed that around 10,500 bighas to 11,000 bighas of land were encroached upon by the people.
"Around 2,000 families are living in those areas. Out of them, notices were served to about 1,500 families, who illegally settled here. The remaining families are forest dwellers and have certificates from the Forest Rights Committee (FRC)," the official said.
The families whose houses are being demolished belong to the Muslim community, while those having FRC certificates are from Bodo, Nepali, Manipuri and other communities, he added.
"Around 80 per cent of the families who had received notices have already vacated their illegal settlements in the last few days. We are only demolishing their homes," the official added.
While speaking to PTI, the affected families, however, questioned the rationale of the eviction drive and claimed that they were brought to the place by the earlier governments to protect the area from the alleged invasion of Nagaland.
"Where will we go from here? My father had come from Nagaon district around 40 years ago, but I was born here. We were brought here during the 1980s to protect the forest land from encroachment from Nagaland," said Ali Kazi, who also received an eviction notice.
He claimed that most of the alleged encroachers' previous generation was settled in the forest area by the Janata Party government, headed by ex-CM Golap Borbora, in 1978-79 and the first AGP government, which came to power in 1985.
Notably, the assembly was informed in March that almost 83,000 hectares of land belonging to Assam were being occupied by four neighbouring states.
It was also stated that Nagaland captured the highest amount of land in Assam -- 59,490.21 hectares.
Kazi claimed, "We have been cooperating with the authorities in this eviction drive. We requested them to settle us somewhere else, but they refused. We now have no option but to stay under tents. We are not even given drinking water; forget about food. It's very inhuman." Another eviction victim, Mamtaj Ali, asked, "If we were illegal settlers, how did we get electricity connections? Why did the government open schools and give us JJM connections? We were also given houses under PM Awas Yojana." When asked about these government infrastructure, a senior official of the forest department accepted that such facilities were provided by the authorities, and some of these installations were made even after 2016 when the BJP came to power for the first time in Assam.
"I do not know why these were sanctioned and established in this area. These were made before I came here," he added.
There were mosques and madrassa for people belonging to the Muslim community, while churches were set up by the Bodo people, the official said.
For carrying out the eviction drive across 12 villages, the authorities divided the entire area into nine zones and conducted a survey accordingly, he added.
"An extensive land survey of around 30 villages of the Rengma Reserve Forest was done. It is found that several thousand bighas of forest land have been converted into agricultural land by the suspected encroachers in 12 villages," another official said.
A district administration official said that proper notices were served by the forest department to the encroachers, giving them seven days to vacate the place.
He said that many of the suspected encroachers are reportedly from Nagaon, Morigaon and Sonitpur districts.
The Assam Police have stationed a senior official from the headquarters in Golaghat to oversee the law and order situation during the eviction drive.
"There are enough security personnel deployed, and we are fully prepared. Apart from our personnel, we have taken support from CRPF for the eviction exercise," he told PTI without sharing further details.
In the meantime, the Nagaland government issued an advisory to the bordering districts to keep a strict vigil so that displaced people cannot cross into the state in the event of the eviction drive.
On July 25, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma visited Uriamghat to inspect the areas that have been encroached upon and for which the state government had already issued eviction notices.
He said those who had settled on these land parcels came from various districts in Assam, such as Cachar, Sribhumi, Dhubri, Barpeta, Hojai, Nagaon and Morigaon, as well as from other states, including West Bengal and Bihar.

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee criticizes Assam's CM for issuing an NRC notice to a Bengal resident, urging political resistance.

Mamata Questions Assam NRC Move, Cites Bengal Citizen

Mamata Banerjee confronts Assam CM's NRC notice to Bengal resident, claiming divisive BJP tactics. Calls for resistance.

Mamata Banerjee condemns Assam CM over NRC notice to a Bengal resident, urging resistance to BJP's divisive moves.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee took her reproval of her Assam counterpart, Himanta Biswa Sarma, a notch higher on Monday by questioning the latter&rsquo;s authority in sending NRC notices to bona fide citizens of Bengal, and demanded he stop meddling in matters that are beyond his jurisdiction.
Ensuring that her accusations against the BJP&rsquo;s policies elsewhere in the country had a concrete face, the Trinamool Congress supremo presented Uttam Kumar Brajabashi before lakhs of TMC supporters at the Martyrs&rsquo; Day rally here to drive her point.
Brajabashi, a resident of Cooch Behar in the northern part of West Bengal, received an NRC notice from the Assam government sometime back, asking him to prove his Indian citizenship or face deportation.
&ldquo;Look at this man who has lived in Cooch Behar for the last 50 years,&rdquo; said Banerjee, holding Brajabashi, a Rajbanshi community member from Dinhata, by his hands in the air.
&ldquo;The Assam government, in all its arrogance, has sent him an NRC notice. Tell me, my Rajbanshi brothers, what right does it have? We ask the BJP government, under what authority has it done this? We need answers right away,&rdquo; she said.
Making her frontal attack on Sarma, albeit without directly naming him, Banerjee pledged political backlashes in Assam if the persecutions did not stop.
&ldquo;The Assam chief minister can&rsquo;t mind his own state and he dares to interfere in Bengal. Stop this interference immediately, or I will ask Sushmita Deb and others to build up resistance in that state. We will all go from here and see how many of us they can hold in their detention camps,&rdquo; the CM said.
Sushmita Deb, a TMC leader from Assam, is a Rajya Sabha MP.
Earlier this month, Brajabashi claimed he produced documents which showed that his parents were voters in Dinhata. He maintained throughout that he was born in Cooch Behar and never travelled outside Bengal, irrespective of the Assam government accusing him of being an illegal immigrant from Bangladesh.
A war of words between the two chief ministers broke out last week after Banerjee called the Assam government's actions &ldquo;a divisive agenda of the BJP&rdquo; targeting citizens speaking Bangla, and Sarma responded that he was &ldquo;fearlessly resisting the ongoing, unchecked Muslim infiltration from across the border.&rdquo;

Justice Ashutosh Kumar took oath as Chief Justice of the Gauhati High Court. The oath was administered by Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya in the presence of CM Himanta Biswa Sarma.

Justice Ashutosh Kumar takes oath as Chief Justice of Gauhati High Court

Justice Ashutosh Kumar took oath as Chief Justice of the Gauhati High Court. The oath was administered by Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya in the presence of CM Himanta Biswa Sarma.

Justice Ashutosh Kumar was on Monday sworn in as the Chief Justice of Gauhati High Court.
Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya administered the oath of office to Justice Kumar at a programme here.
Justice Kumar has previously served as a judge at the Patna High Court and the Delhi High Court.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, among others, attended the swearing-in ceremony.
"Attended the oath-taking ceremony of Justice Ashutosh Kumar, who has been sworn in as the Chief Justice of the Gauhati High Court. My best wishes for his tenure," Sarma later posted on X.&nbsp;

Three Assam Police personnel were injured after a grenade attack on a CRPF camp in Golaghat district. All injured are stable as investigations proceed. Minister Bora condemned the act, ensuring continued efforts for peace.

Three policemen injured in grenade attack in Assam

Three Assam Police personnel were injured in a grenade attack targeting a CRPF camp in Golaghat district's Bokakhat area. Police are investigating. Minister Atul Bora visited the hospital and condemned the violence, vowing to maintain peace.

Three Assam police personnel were injured in a grenade attack on a CRPF camp in Bokakhat by two suspects. The injured are stable and the investigation is ongoing. Agriculture Minister Atul Bora condemned the violence and expressed commitment to peace.

Three Assam Police personnel were injured when two motorcycle-borne persons lobbed a grenade at a CRPF camp, where they were staying, at Bokakhat in Golaghat district, police said on Wednesday.
The grenade was lobbed at the camp in Sapguri area on Tuesday night and the injured were admitted to Swahid Kamala Miri Civil Hospital in Bokakhat where they were undergoing treatment, a police officer said.
The injured were stated to be out of danger.
The police rushed to the spot and recovered splinters from the spot, the officer said.
Investigations were underway to ascertain the identity of the persons involved in the incident.
"We are investigating from all angles, including whether it was the handiwork of extremists, poachers or miscreants," the officer added.
Agriculture Minister Atul Bora, representing Bokakhat constituency, visited the hospital and inquired about the health of the injured police personnel.
"I strongly condemn this cowardly act of violence. Such incidents have no place in a civilised society and will not deter our collective resolve to maintain peace and harmony in the region," Bora posted on X.

Assam mandates strict enforcement of a beef ban near religious sites, following Eid violations. Over 60 arrests highlight efforts to curb tensions and illegal activities.

Assam CM Reinforces Beef Ban Near Temples

Following violations during Eid, Assam CM enforces the beef ban near temples and religious sites. Arrests and crackdowns on illegal activities highlight efforts to maintain order.

Assam Reinforces Beef Ban Near Religious Spots

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma prioritizes enforcing the Cattle Preservation Act to ban beef within five kilometers of religious sites. Violations during Eid led to measures in districts like Dhubri.

The Assam Cattle Preservation Act will be strictly enforced in all districts of the state to prevent availability and consumption of beef within a five km radius of religious places of worship, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Friday.
''The availability and consumption of beef during the recent Eid festival despite the ban within a 5 km radius of temples and other places of worship is a very serious matter. In this regard, we will take strict action under the Assam Cattle Preservation Act, 2021'', Sarma said at a press conference here.
After the Eid Uz Zuha festival this year, it has been seen that in some areas of sensitive districts like Dhubri, Goalpara and Hojai, several attempts have been made to create disturbances by throwing body parts, particularly skulls near temples and prayer halls, he said.
Sarma said that it has been observed that these have occurred near localities where beef consumption during Eid is common and all are within the restricted area of 5 km radius of places of religious worship.
''This has been in clear violation of the Assam Cattle Preservation Act which clearly states that beef consumption or its sale and distribution is banned within a radius of 5 km of religious places of worship. The concerned district administrations did not enforce this provision strictly leading to this situation'', he said.
If people had been made aware of the 5 km restrictions, these incidents could have been avoided, he added.
''I have directed all district commissioners to strictly implement the Act and ensure that slaughter, sale or consumption of beef is banned within the restricted area'', he said.
In places like Lakhimpur and Lakhipur in Goalpara district, it has been seen that these incidents have occurred in areas classified as tribal belts and blocks of Village Grazing Reserve (VGR) and Professional Grazing Reserve (PGR) where in many cases, people have occupied the land illegally, Sarma said.
''Even the leader of the opposition had said in the assembly that immigrants who came after a certain year cannot legally occupy or claim the land as their own. I have directed district commissioners and additional district commissioners to conduct a survey in these areas to identify those people whose families have not lived in Assam for at least three generations and prepare a list of all those people living in tribal belt, block or in VGR/PGR, particularly in the sensitive areas which will help us to take necessary legal action'', he said.
On Wednesday, seven persons were arrested following the alleged recovery of three cow skulls, approximately 30 metres from a 'Namghar' (prayer hall), in Lakhimpur district.
Recently, shoot-at-sight orders at night were issued in Dhubri where a day after the Bakrid, a cow's head was found in front of the Hanuman Temple and again the next day, another skull was found again there along with incidents of stone pelting reported.
On June 8, Sarma had said that a number of cattle were allegedly slaughtered illegally at several places during the Bakrid festival and parts of the meat were thrown at multiple locations across Assam.
Police have so far arrested over 60 people with over 50 in Dhubri alone in connection with illegal slaughter of cows with the intention of creating communal disturbances in the state.

Assam CM takes action to prevent encroachment on Vaishnavite monasteries, focusing on restoration and sustainable revenue generation to preserve cultural heritage.

Assam CM Safeguards Vaishnavite Monasteries

CM Sarma initiates measures to protect Satras from encroachment, highlighting restoration efforts and proposing sustainable revenue solutions to preserve heritage.

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma takes steps to protect Satras from encroachment, focusing on restoration and sustainable revenue. He vows government support for these initiatives.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday said the state government has taken decisive steps to protect the sanctity of Vaishnavite monasteries, known as Satras, which have allegedly suffered decades of unchecked encroachment.
Speaking during a visit to the 450-year-old Khatara Satra in Darrang district, the CM emphasised the need for collective responsibility in preserving Assam&rsquo;s spiritual heritage and traditional practices.
Sarma also held a meeting with the Satra management committee to discuss several issues, which included the reconstruction of the altar and the prayer hall.
The committee also requested allocation of 1,000 bighas in the Char-Chapori (riverine) areas of Darrang to facilitate agricultural activities for generating a sustainable revenue stream.
The CM said if the MLA and Deputy Commissioner submit a formal proposal, the state government would initiate necessary action.
He assured the committee members that his government is committed to supporting the development and continuity of Assam&rsquo;s Satra institutions.
The CM offered prayers for the welfare and prosperity of the people of the state.
The Khatara Satra, an institution of historical and cultural significance, was founded in 1568 A D by Lechakonia Gobinda Ata, and is noted for its role in fostering spiritual awareness and shaping the region&rsquo;s cultural identity and religious life.

Assam government steps up efforts, arresting 92 individuals identified as 'anti-Hindu elements' to ensure communal harmony.

Assam Intensifies Crackdown on Anti-Hindu Elements

The Assam government has ramped up its crackdown on individuals termed 'anti-Hindu elements,' resulting in 92 arrests. This effort is part of a broader campaign to maintain communal harmony in the state.

Assam intensifies its crackdown on 'anti-Hindu elements,' with 92 arrests reported. This initiative aims to preserve communal harmony by targeting individuals perceived as threats.

Two more persons have been apprehended in Assam for allegedly being "anti-Hindu elements", taking the total number of such arrests to 92 so far, since the Pahalgam terror attack in April, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said.
The police arrested Sabikul Islam from Lakhimpur for allegedly making a communally sensitive post on social media and Dulal Bora for a derogatory comment on Lord Krishna and Rukmini, he said.
"Anti-Hindu elements nabbed! Crackdown continues&hellip;. Total 92 culprits behind bars&rdquo;, the chief minister posted on 'X' on Tuesday.
He had earlier said the ''state-wide crackdown on traitors will continue and nobody will be spared".
The police have launched action against those who were allegedly indulging in ''anti-India and pro-Pakistan activities''.
Opposition AIUDF MLA Aminul Islam was earlier arrested on sedition charges for allegedly defending Pakistan and its complicity in the Pahalgam terror attack, but after he was granted bail in the case, he was booked under the National Security Act (NSA).

Assam's CM Himanta Biswa Sarma supports a caste census to recognize the distinct identities of indigenous Muslims in the state.

Assam CM Backs Caste Census for Indigenous Muslims

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma advocates for a caste census, aimed at acknowledging the distinct socio-cultural identities of indigenous Muslims.

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma backs caste census to aid indigenous Muslims, recognizing their unique identities separate from migrant-origin groups.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday said that the caste census will greatly benefit the indigenous Muslim community living in both the Brahmaputra and Barak Valley in the state.
The Centre on Wednesday announced that India&rsquo;s 16th Census with caste enumeration will be carried out in 2027.
The indigenous Muslim communities of Assam have been demanding for a long time, a caste-based census to assert their distinct socio-cultural identities, the chief minister said on the sidelines of the World Environment Day programme here.
''The proposed caste enumeration in the upcoming national census is expected to fulfil their decades-old aspiration for formal recognition of their independent identity&mdash;distinct from broader religious classifications and migratory groupings,'' he said.
Communities such as the Goria, Moria, Deshi, Syed, and Jolha (Julha) Muslims of the Brahmaputra Valley, along with the Kiren and Maimal Muslims of the Barak Valley, have consistently maintained that while Islam is their religion, they also possess unique ethnic, linguistic, and cultural traits which differentiate them from migrant-origin or non-indigenous Muslim populations, Sarma said.
The chief minister had last month said that the Assam government has initiated preparatory measures to conduct a comprehensive caste census aimed at documenting and distinguishing the indigenous Muslim communities of the state.
These communities have preserved distinct traditions, dialects, and historical narratives that are deeply rooted in Assam&rsquo;s civilizational heritage and cultural landscape.
The Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs (CCPA) decided on April 30 that caste enumeration will be included in the next census exercise.
The Congress and other opposition parties have been demanding a nationwide caste census, making it a major election issue, and some states like Bihar, Telangana and Karnataka have conducted such surveys.

Assam battles severe floods impacting 5.35 lakh people. With relentless rains, PM Modi assures central support. Relief efforts intensify.

Over 5 Lakh Affected in Assam

Assam is grappling with severe flooding affecting over 5.35 lakh residents. PM Modi promises support, while relief and rescue measures are underway to combat the crisis.

PM Modi assures central support in Assam

Assam's flood crisis affects over 5.35 lakh people, with 11 fatalities reported. Relief operations are intensified amid ongoing rains.

The flood situation in Assam continued to be critical on Tuesday with over 5.35 lakh people affected in over 20 districts while the toll remained unchanged at 11.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took stock of the flood situation from Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, assuring him of full support from the central government.
Sarma visited the Cachar district, which is among the worst-hit, during the day, while the meteorological department issued a forecast of more rain in several parts of the city.
BJP president JP Nadda also expressed concern over the situation in most parts of North East and urged the people in the affected areas to take precautions and follow the advisories from local authorities.
Briefing Modi over the phone, Sarma informed him how continuous rainfall in Assam and adjoining states has led to flooding and impacted the people.
"A short while ago, Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji called me to enquire about the current flood situation in Assam," Sarma said in a post on X.
The chief minister briefed him on how continuous rainfall in Assam and adjoining states has led to flooding and impacted many lives.
He also apprised the prime minister of the relief operation undertaken by the state government.
"The Hon'ble PM expressed concern and assured full support from the Central Government for our relief and rehabilitation efforts," Sarma said.
"Grateful for his guidance and unwavering support to the people of Assam," the CM added.
Nadda, also in a post on X, expressed deep concern for the people affected by the continuous heavy rainfall in parts of the northeastern states.
&ldquo;I have directed BJP state units and karyakartas to provide all possible assistance in accordance with the issued guidelines. I urge everyone in the affected areas to take necessary precautions, avoid unnecessary travel and follow the advisories from local authorities,&rdquo; he added.
The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Guwahati issued an 'orange alert' for the four districts of Dhubri, South Salmara Mankachar, Goalpara and Kokrajhar for Tuesday.
An 'orange alert' implies 'be prepared to take action' and is sounded when thunderstorms and lightning accompanied by gusty wind reaching wind speed 30 to 40 kmph with heavy to very heavy rainfall are likely to occur at isolated places.
In Guwahati, as part of &lsquo;flood-free mission&rsquo; the authorities demolished the building of Institute of Cooperative Management to clear encroachment along a waterbody known as Silsako beel.
Department of Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah, overseeing the drive, said the administration is in the process of clearing encroachment of water bodies, besides other steps to solve the waterlogging problem of the city.
Along with the Institute of Cooperative Management, a number of institutions and other organisations are being shifted out of the area, which were given permission for construction by previous governments.
&ldquo;Due to some oversight, these permissions were given. We are paying compensation to these organisations as permissible. It has to be done for a permanent solution to Guwahati&rsquo;s waterlogging problem,&rdquo; Baruah added.
The overall flood situation remained critical with the death toll in the deluge and landslides at 11 while two others remained missing, officials said.
Road, rail and ferry services remained affected in the state due to heavy rain in several areas.
More than 5.15 people in 65 revenue circles and 1,254 villages of 22 districts remained affected, with Sribhumi the worst-hit district with 1,94,172 flood-hit population.
A total of 165 relief camps are sheltering 31,212 displaced people, while another 157 relief distribution centres are also functional.
A crop area of 12,610 hectares has been inundated, while 94 animals have been washed away in the last 24 hours.
Brahmaputra, Barak and Kopili rivers were flowing above the danger level at multiple places, while other rivers including Subansiri, Burhidihing, Dhansiri, Rukni, Dhaleswari, Katakhal and Kushiyara were also above the red mark as per data released late on Monday evening.
Embankments have been breached or affected at different places, besides damage to other infrastructure like roads, bridges, houses, electricity poles, etc.

Severe weather alert in Assam with heavy rainfall predicted by IMD. Guwahati faces potential waterlogging and landslides. Safety measures advised for residents.

IMD Issues Severe Weather Alert for Assam

IMD warns of heavy rains in Assam over the coming days due to a low-pressure system. Guwahati and other areas could see severe weather impacts, including floods and landslides. Residents urged to exercise caution.

IMD forecasts heavy rainfall in Assam's western and southern regions due to a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal. Guwahati may face severe weather-related issues. Residents are urged to stay cautious.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Wednesday predicted inclement weather across Assam over next 24 hours with the likelihood of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in western and southern parts of the state in the next 2-3 days.
The weather pattern suggests that a well-marked low pressure area over Northwest Bay of Bengal off Odisha coast at 0830 hours IST on Wednesday with associated cyclonic circulation extending up to 7.6 km above mean sea level tilting southwards with height, an official release by the IMD said.
It is likely to move northwards and concentrate into a depression over North Bay of Bengal during the next 24 hours, triggering heavy to extremely heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms and lightnings in the western and southern districts, it added.
The districts include Cachar, Hailakandi, Sribhumi, Dhubri, South Salmara, Goalpara, Barpeta, Bongaigaon, West Karbi Anglong, Kokrajhar, Chirang, Bajali, Baksa, Tamulpur, Nalbari, Kamrup (Metro), Kamrup, Darang, Udalguri, Marigaon, Nagaon, Hojai, Sonitpur and Dima Hasao.
In Guwahati city, continuous downpours could aggravate waterlogging, slow vehicular movement, and increase the risk of tree falls and localised landslides in vulnerable pockets. The city authorities are closely monitoring the situation and emergency response systems are being kept on alert, the release added.
The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) has urged people across the state and residents of Guwahati city, in particular, to take necessary precautions and remain vigilant.
Daily commuters and long-distance travelers are requested to plan their routines accordingly, avoiding unnecessary movement during periods of intense rainfall, the release added.

Assam Cabinet endorses transformative initiatives including stadium upgrade, new concert tourism policies, and solar power generation.

Assam Cabinet: Major Developments Approved

Assam is set for significant growth with Cabinet-approved initiatives in concert tourism, solar power, and infrastructure development, including the largest state stadium.

Assam cabinet approves major developmental initiatives

Assam's Cabinet has approved initiatives across tourism, energy, and infrastructure, including stadium upgrades and new concert tourism policy.

The Assam Cabinet on Wednesday approved policies for concert tourism and solar power generation, and the upgradation of Khanikar Stadium in Dibrugarh into the largest such facility in the state.
It also gave its nod to provide personal security to individuals with credible threat perceptions against payment of remuneration to the government.
Addressing a press conference at Dergaon in Golaghat district after chairing the Cabinet meet, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said, &ldquo;Individuals, facing credible threats, can now apply for personal security, subject to the condition that they must pay a remuneration to the government. This facility will be granted only after a due assessment of the threat perception.&rdquo; He said the Cabinet has approved a new policy for the Concert Economy.
&ldquo;Our state was losing out on the Concert Economy to other states, including our neighbour Meghalaya. This policy aims to position Assam as a premier music and entertainment tourism hub to host large-scale concerts and music festivals,&rdquo; Sarma said.
Guwahati, Dibrugarh and Jorhat will be developed as concert tourism hubs under this policy, he said, adding that the first such programme will be organised in December in Guwahati.
The Cabinet has okayed &lsquo;Assam Solar Power Generation Promotion Policy 2025&rsquo;, which aims to generate 3,500 MW capacity by 2030 and attract public and private investments to create 15,000 jobs, the chief minister said.
A proposal for notification to include over 47,000 hectares of land under the 6th addition to Kaziranga National Park has also been green-lighted, Sarma said.
Some of the areas, included originally under the 6th addition, have been kept out, though inclusion of new places has ensured that the total area of the sanctuary has increased, he added.
The chief minister said that Rs 209 crore has been approved to upgrade Khanikar Stadium in Dibrugarh from a 5,000 to a 35,000-seat capacity, which will make it the largest stadium in the state.
The council of ministers also gave its nod to a proposal of spending Rs 284 crore for the construction of an Assam Assembly building in Dibrugarh, including an MLA hostel and an auditorium with a 1000-seat capacity, he added.
Sarma said that the Cabinet has sanctioned over Rs 205 crore as the last and final share of investment of the Government of Assam&rsquo;s committed contribution to the expansion of the Numaligarh Refinery Ltd.
&ldquo;With this, the government of Assam will complete the investment of Rs 823 crore for NRL&rsquo;s expansion as committed earlier,&rdquo; he added.
Sarma said administrative approval has also been given for the Phase 2 construction and development of residential quarters and associated facilities at the Lachit Barphukan Police Academy, Dergaon, at a cost of Rs 229.41 crore, which is expected to be completed in two years.

Assam ensures the safe return of a family after the Pahalgam terror attack, while honoring Corporal Tage Hailyang.

Assam Supports Pahalgam Attack Survivors

The Assam government prioritizes the safe return of a surviving family from the Pahalgam attack, while honoring Corporal Tage Hailyang and vowing justice for the perpetrators.

Assam ensures the safe return of a family after the Pahalgam attack

Assam initiates return plans for a family who survived the Pahalgam attack, honoring Corporal Hailyang&rsquo;s memory.

The Assam government is making arrangements to bring back a family that survived the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, the Chief Minister's Office said on Wednesday.
Terrorists struck a prime tourist location in Pahalgam in south Kashmir on Tuesday, killing at least 26 people, mostly tourists, and injuring several others.
"The@CMOfficeAssam has spoken to a survivor from Assam of the dastardly #PahalgamTerrorAttack and has taken a full brief of the incident which they have faced yesterday," the CMO said in a post on X.
"The entire family's return to the State is being arranged on priority and the Government of Assam is in touch with the Govt of India to bring the family back to Assam at the earliest," it added.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the person is a faculty member of Assam University in Silchar and he was in Kashmir on a family holiday.
"My office is in touch with him. We will ensure his safe return to Assam soon," he told reporters.
On Corporal Tage Hailyang of the Indian Air Force, an Arunachal Pradesh resident who lost his life in the attack, Sarma said his mortal remains will reach Guwahati around 11:30 pm on Wednesday.
"We will send his mortal remains to his native place in Arunachal Pradesh," he added.
The Chief Minister further said that the images of coffins are heartbreaking and have shaken the nation's conscience.
"The people of Assam join Adarniya @AmitShah ji in offering our prayers for the departed. This nefarious attack will be avenged and the perpetrators will not be spared... India will never forget and never forgive!" he said in a series of posts.

The NDA in Assam secures 325 uncontested panchayat seats, reflecting significant trust. Elections spanning 27 districts involve 1.80 crore voters.

Assam Panchayat Elections: NDA's Unprecedented Win

The BJP-led NDA has achieved a significant triumph in Assam, securing 325 out of 348 uncontested panchayat seats. This development underscores a robust mandate and immense trust from the Assamese electorate ahead of scheduled elections.

The NDA in Assam secures 325 uncontested panchayat seats, reflecting significant trust

Ahead of Assam's panchayat elections, 348 seats are uncontested with the NDA securing 325. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma highlights this as unprecedented trust. Polls occur in 27 districts, involving 1.80 crore voters.

A total of 348 seats in the panchayat system in Assam were decided uncontested with the BJP-led NDA securing 325 of them, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma claimed on Friday.
Polling for the three-tier panchayat system is scheduled to be held in two phases -- on May 2 and May 7.
Sarma said April 18 was the last date for the withdrawal of nominations for the panchayat elections.
"As per reports received so far, the NDA has already secured 37 Zila Parishad (35 BJP and 2 AGP) and 288 Anchalik Panchayat (259 BJP and 29 AGP) seats unopposed," he claimed in a post on X, sharing a chart.
According to the chart he shared, Independents have secured 15 Anchalik Parishad seats uncontested, the Congress nine and the AIUDF one seat.
"This is a massive and unprecedented mandate in Assam's political history. It reflects the immense trust and overwhelming love that the people of Assam have for the NDA and for our Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji," Sarma said.
"We are confident that when the final election results are declared, this tally will grow even more impressive. The NDA is all set to sweep the Panchayat elections in Assam," he said.
An official of the State Election Commission said the tally of uncontested seats will be issued on Saturday.
Counting of votes for the panchayat elections will be held on May 11.
There are a total of 21,920 seats in the Gram Panchayats, 2,192 seats in the Anchalik Parishads and 397 in the Zilla Parishads.
Of the 34 districts in the state, panchayat polls are being held in 27 as the remaining seven are governed by autonomous councils.
A total of 1.80 crore people are eligible to vote in the panchayat polls.

"The state's GDP growth this year will be 15.2 per cent. The economy will reach USD 143 billion by 2030," he claimed.

Assam Economy $143 Billion Target by 2030

Assam targets $143 billion economy by 2030, CM aims high

"The state's GDP growth this year will be 15.2 per cent. The economy will reach USD 143 billion by 2030," he claimed.

Assam will have a USD 143 billion economy by 2030, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma claimed on Tuesday, urging investors to join the state's growth trajectory.
Speaking at the inaugural function of the two-day 'Advantage Assam 2.0 Investment and Infrastructure Summit' here, Sarma emphasised that the state has emerged from being the "most disturbed" to the "most peaceful" now.
"The state's GDP growth this year will be 15.2 per cent. The economy will reach USD 143 billion by 2030," he claimed.
"I can assure you today that we will ensure the best working and congenial atmosphere for establishing industries in Assam. Please come and invest here," Sarma said, in the presence of heads of missions and ambassadors of over 60 nations, foreign business delegations and industry leaders of the country.
The state has seen a resurgence since 2014, when the BJP-led government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi came to power at the Centre, he said.
"After Independence, Assam's economy started to decline as trade links were disrupted. Our only mode of connectivity was through the 'chicken's neck'. For decades, Assam witnessed agitation and insurgency. After 2014, Assam was reborn under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi. Once the most disturbed state, Assam became one of the most peaceful states," he added.
Sarma said the Modi government at the Centre has been encouraging all states to attract investments.
"The PM encourages competitive federalism and that is why he had attended seven business summits in different states since taking over as the prime minister for the third term so that all states join the growth trajectory together," he said.

The body of one of the nine miners trapped in a coal mine in Assam’s Dima Hasao district was recovered on the third day of rescue operations. Eight miners remain trapped as efforts by army, navy, NDRF, and SDRF personnel continue. 

Body of one of 9 trapped workers recovered from coal mine in Assam

The body of one of the nine miners trapped in a coal mine in Assam&rsquo;s Dima Hasao district was recovered on the third day of rescue operations. Eight miners remain trapped as efforts by army, navy, NDRF, and SDRF personnel continue.&nbsp;

The body of one of the nine workers trapped inside a coal mine in Assam's Dima Hasao district was recovered by army divers on Wednesday on the third day of the rescue operations, officials said.
The chances of the survival of the eight others appear grim, though a team of navy, army, NDRF and SDRF personnel intensified their efforts to rescue the trapped miners, they said.
The labourers were on Monday trapped inside the coal mine situated in the 3 Kilo area of Umrangso, after a sudden gush of water flooded the site.
The divers located the body inside the mine early in the morning and its identity was yet to be ascertained, the officials said.
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21 Para divers have just recovered a lifeless body from the bottom of the well. Our thoughts and prayers are with the grieving family. <a href="https://t.co/y9bUP6tn4H">https://t.co/y9bUP6tn4H</a>
&mdash; Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) <a href="https://twitter.com/himantabiswa/status/1876828046172258618?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 8, 2025</a></blockquote>
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&ldquo;21 Para divers have just recovered a lifeless body from the bottom of the well. Our thoughts and prayers are with the grieving family,&rdquo; Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma posted on X.
Sarma said the rescue operations were continuing in full swing, with divers of the army and NDRF having already entered the well.
The navy personnel are at the site, making final preparations to dive in after them, he said.
Sarma had on Tuesday said the mine "appears to be illegal", and that the police have arrested one person in connection with the incident.

A close call in Kaziranga as rhinos approach safari jeep. Viral footage emphasizes tourist safety amid record park visitors.

Kaziranga jeep safari turns into narrow escape from rhino!

A close call in Kaziranga as rhinos approach safari jeep. Viral footage emphasizes tourist safety amid record park visitors.

A mother and daughter duo, on what was meant to be a relaxing jeep safari in Assam's Kaziranga National Park&mdash;famous for its one-horned rhinoceroses&mdash;found themselves in the midst of a heart-stopping ordeal. Their thrilling adventure quickly turned into a tense situation that could have ended tragically.
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Horrible incident at the Kaziranga National Park in Assam. Two women fell off a safari jeep as a rhino could be seen in very close proximity. Moments later, a second rhino came running towards another jeep safari, forcing it to take a reverse gear. The women escaped unharmed&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/6s9zz8WHSZ">pic.twitter.com/6s9zz8WHSZ</a>
&mdash; Vani Mehrotra (@vani_mehrotra) <a href="https://twitter.com/vani_mehrotra/status/1876191213378056539?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
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A viral video, though undated, has caught the attention of wildlife enthusiasts and netizens alike, showing just how narrowly the incident was avoided. The footage highlights the unpredictable nature of wildlife encounters and reinforces the importance of adhering to safety guidelines during such excursions.
In the video, a rhinoceros calmly walked behind another jeep as three others, filled with tourists eager to experience the wild, abruptly attempted to flee the area. In their haste, the first two jeeps made sharp turns, causing a young girl and her mother to fall out onto the ground. Their cries for help echoed across the park, amplifying the urgency of the moment.
In response to the incident, the Kaziranga National Park administration, according to the reports, has launched a thorough investigation, stressing the need for tourists to remain vigilant and follow all safety protocols during their safari trips. This serves as a poignant reminder of the unpredictable risks that come with wildlife safaris.
Kaziranga National Park has seen an extraordinary surge in tourist arrivals, achieving its highest visitor count in two decades. According to an official report to PTI, the park has welcomed 1,64,636 visitors since its seasonal opening in October 2024.&nbsp;
The park has generated a revenue of ₹43,226,225 from entry fees, underscoring its status as a prime destination for wildlife and nature enthusiasts. Traditionally open from October to May, the park then closes for the monsoon season.
In October 2024, Kaziranga saw 30,058 tourists, a significant jump from the 17,271 visitors the previous year. The numbers continued to rise through November, with 53,367 visitors, compared to 35,006 in 2023. By December, the park welcomed 81,211 tourists, up from 65,139 the previous year.
These figures not only demonstrate the park&rsquo;s growing appeal but also emphasize the importance of ensuring the safety of both visitors and the park's wildlife as tourism continues to increase. As Kaziranga's popularity soars, maintaining stringent safety measures becomes even more critical to protecting the natural environment and providing safe experiences for visitors.

A total of 269 relief camps are being operated in the state, providing shelter to over 50,000 people.

Assam floods: 8 more people die, toll reaches 78

A total of 269 relief camps are being operated in the state, providing shelter to over 50,000 people.

Eight more people lost their lives as the flood situation in Assam remained grim on Sunday, an official bulletin said.
Two deaths each were reported from Dhubri and Nalbari, and one each from Cachar, Goalpara, Dhemaji and Sivsagar, the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) bulletin said.
With this, the toll in this year's flood, landslide and storm increased to 78.
Altogether 22,74,289 people in 28 districts were affected by the flood. Dhubri continued to be the worst-hit with 7,54,791 affected people.
A total of 269 relief camps were operating in the state, providing shelter to 53,689 people.
The Brahmaputra was flowing above the danger mark at Nematighat, Tezpur and Dhubri.
Other rivers that have breached the red mark are Burhidihing in Khowang, Dikhou in Sivsagar, DIsang in Nanglamuraghat, Dhansiri in Numaligarh, Kopili in Dharamtul, Beki in Barpeta, Sankosh in Golakganj, Barak in BP Ghat and Kushiyara in Karimganj.
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The dead animals include four rhinos and 94 hog deer due to drowning and 11 others during treatment.

114 wild animals dead in flood-hit Kaziranga National Park

The dead animals include four rhinos and 94 hog deer due to drowning and 11 others during treatment.

The devastating flood in Assam's famed Kaziranga National Park (KNP) has claimed the lives of 114 wild animals while 95 others have been rescued till Saturday, an official said.
The animal mortality in the KNP has increased from 77 till Friday.
The dead animals include four rhinos and 94 hog deer due to drowning in the KNP and 11 others during treatment.
The forest officials rescued 86 hog deer, two each of sambar deer and scops owl and one each of a rhino calf, Indian hare, otter, elephant and jungle cat, the KNP official said.
Currently, 34 animals are under medical care while 50 others have been released after treatment, the official said.
A hog deer was also killed after being hit by a speeding vehicle on a highway that runs through the KNP.
This is the worst deluge in terms of animal mortality in recent years in KNP.
An 18-month-old rhino calf which took shelter in the house of one Pushpanjali Sharma at Baghmari was subsequently rescued by members of the Centre for Wildlife Rehabilitation and Conservation.
''Our community is at the heart of our conservation efforts. These collaborative efforts in challenging times are what truly make us Awesome Assam'', Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma posted on X about the incident.
Out of the total 233 camps in the Eastern Assam Wildlife Division, 66 were inundated as against 75 on Friday, the official said.
Forest department employees including security personnel stay in camps inside the national park to conduct patrolling for the protection of flora and fauna.

More than 11 lakh people have been affected in the state. Thousands are seeking shelter in relief camps.

Assam floods: death toll reaches 38, Kaziranga National Park inundated

More than 11 lakh people have been affected in the state. Thousands are seeking shelter in relief camps.

The death toll in Assam floods reached 38 on Wednesday as three more people died in the last 24 hours.
More than 11 lakh people have been affected in the state. Thousands are seeking shelter in relief camps.
The Kaziranga National Park has been inundated with flood waters causing death of several animals. Dozens of animals, mostly deer, were rescued and moved to a dry and safe area.
An official said that out of 233 camps in the Eastern Assam Wildlife Division, 167 have been inundated.
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