Assam STF has arrested six persons in an alleged organised financial fraud involving mule bank accounts. The racket is suspected to have defrauded victims of several crores of rupees, with possible links to Pakistan Intelligence Operatives. Read Anup Sharma’s report.
IIT Guwahati has signed an MoU with the Centre for High Technology to promote research in petroleum, petrochemicals, green hydrogen and other energy technologies, with up to three PhD fellowships to be offered annually.
Kharuabandha Police detained four people in Hatsingimari over allegations of helping Bangladeshi nationals enter India illegally in exchange for money. The development follows the detention of 36 suspected Bangladeshi nationals in Dhubri.
India's Census 2027 will begin on January 25, with online self-enumeration opening on January 10. The exercise will include 40 questions covering caste, religion, education and employment.
Dhubri Police detained 36 suspected Bangladeshi nationals who reportedly arrived by motorised boat from Hatsingimari. Police are investigating their identities and possible entry routes.
Fresh details about Ghanakanta Gogoi have emerged following the Hotel Bilas Inn shooting in Guwahati. From running a news portal named GK NEWS to using a PRESS-marked vehicle, his past business activities and financial dealings are now under police scrutiny.
IIT Guwahati and Tata Electronics have signed an MoU to establish a Centre of Excellence in semiconductor packaging. The partnership will introduce specialised ATMP education, diploma and B.Tech-level training, hands-on learning and research opportunities for students in Assam and the Northeast.
Nagaon Police have arrested 43 persons and registered 36 cases in a renewed crackdown against child marriage. Dhing Police Station recorded the highest number of arrests with eight persons, while investigations continue across the district.
A reported glacial lake outburst in Bhutan has raised concerns over a sudden rise in the Sankosh River, putting parts of Assam and West Bengal on flood alert.
Flooding from Bhutan’s Shintaphu Lake has reportedly disrupted road connectivity to Laya and prompted precautionary measures at the Punatsangchhu-II hydropower project.