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In Assam, UTSAH opens a POCSO Centre to assist children who have experienced sexual assault.

In a significant move to bolster child protection in Assam, UTSAH, a leading child rights organisation, has inaugurated a dedicated POCSO Centre in Guwahati. The centre offers trauma-informed counselling, legal assistance, 24×7 crisis response, and ongoing support for child survivors of sexual abuse. Launched in collaboration with Assam Police and various child welfare bodies, the initiative aims to ensure child-sensitive justice throughout the investigative and trial process. Since 2013, UTSAH has supported over 400 child victims, and its work is now further strengthened by this new facility—empanelled under the POCSO Rules and supported by local and national partners. Senior officials and supporters reaffirmed their commitment to protecting and rehabilitating child survivors at the launch event.

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Together, A Plus Charge and Ather Energy will expand the Northeast’s EV charging network.

In a stride toward building a cleaner and smarter mobility ecosystem in India’s Northeast, A Plus Charge has announced a strategic partnership with Ather Energy, a leading electric two-wheeler manufacturer. This collaboration aims to expand the electric vehicle (EV) charging network across the region, with fast-charging points powered by A Plus Charge and equipped with Ather’s advanced technology. The new network will cater to all LECCS-compatible light electric vehicles and will be set up in key urban hubs including Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Shillong, and Siliguri, with further expansion planned for other major cities. By strengthening the EV charging infrastructure, the partnership is poised to accelerate EV adoption and support a future-ready, sustainable mobility ecosystem in one of India’s most dynamic yet under-served regions.

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In Dibrugarh, the Assam chief minister launches development projects valued at more than Rs 500 crore.

During a day-long visit to Dibrugarh, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launched over Rs. 500 crore worth of development projects focused on education, healthcare, and skill development. At Dibrugarh University, he laid the foundation stone for a Rs. 146.43-crore infrastructure upgrade that includes new academic and research blocks, a girls’ hostel, a modern library, and an incubation centre. Additionally, Sarma initiated a Rs. 357-crore project at Assam Medical College and Hospital to improve residential facilities for faculty and students, reinforcing the state’s healthcare infrastructure. The Chief Minister also inaugurated infrastructure projects worth Rs. 130 crore in Naharkatia, including new school campuses, a road overbridge, and a hockey stadium, emphasizing the government’s commitment to youth development and industry-linked training.

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Peerless Hospital’s new campus in Guwahati provides tertiary treatment to the Northeast.

Bangladesh’s defence partnership with Turkey is deepening through a flurry of high-level visits and intensified military collaboration. Following recent trips by Navy Chief Admiral Mohammad Nazmul Hassan to Turkey and Russia, Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan has also traveled to Istanbul for talks and to attend the International Defence Industry Fair. These trips build on the July visit of Turkish Defence Industry Secretary Haluk Gorgun to Dhaka, where discussions centered on joint ventures, including building defence production facilities in Chittagong and Narayanganj. With significant Turkish arms acquisitions since 2018 and a pivot away from Chinese suppliers, Bangladesh is poised to formalize its cooperation with Turkey through institutional agreements on defence projects.

In a separate development, Peerless Hospital has launched a new 100-bed facility in Guwahati—its first major expansion outside Kolkata, with plans to grow to 300 beds by 2026. This center will provide a broad spectrum of specialties, including cardiology, oncology, and critical care, aiming to ease the treatment burden for patients from Assam and neighboring Northeastern states. Peerless Hospital’s reputation, established over three decades in Kolkata, is anchored in high-quality, ethical, and innovative medical care.

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According to the Chief of CM Vigilance, allegations of an investigation of IAS officer Pallav Gopal Jha are hypothetical.

Amid rampant speculation on social media linking senior IAS officer Pallav Gopal Jha to the ongoing multi-crore MPLAD fund embezzlement case, the Chief Minister’s Vigilance Cell has dismissed such reports as “speculative.” Senior Superintendent of Police Rosie Kalita confirmed to India Today NE that details cannot be disclosed as investigations are ongoing.

The case, which centers on the misuse of MP Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS) funds in Assam, has ensnared several bureaucrats and construction committee officials. Legal proceedings began on July 14, 2025, with thirteen individuals named in charge sheets under various corruption and public procurement laws. Four of the accused appeared in court and were granted bail, while another, Sukanya Bora, had already been arrested.

Attention also remains on MP Ajit Kumar Bhuyan, whose interrogation drew fresh controversy. Bhuyan has denounced the probe as politically motivated, asserting that MPs only recommend projects for MPLADS funding, while actual implementation is the responsibility of district administrators. The case has prompted renewed debate over political accountability and the role of anti-corruption agencies in Assam’s governance.

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Guwahati: Murchana Music Academy hosts a lavish cultural festival to commemorate its magnificent silver anniversary.

Murchana Music Academy celebrated its Silver Jubilee Year on July 20 with a grand cultural event at the Sri Sri Madhavadeva International Auditorium, Guwahati. Founded in 2000 and led by Principal Hiranya Kalita, the academy honored Assamese poet Nilim Kumar and Assam Sahitya Sabha member Kandarpa Kumar Sharma as special guests. The day featured captivating performances by students and teachers across various instruments and genres, including vocal, guitar, keyboard, and violin. Distinguished musician Deepak Baruah was awarded the title of ‘Sangeetacharya’. The event also recognized outstanding music exam performers and honored alumni who have contributed to the local music scene. The celebrations concluded with a stirring group guitar performance, marking 25 years of nurturing musical talent and cultural heritage in Assam.

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Dairy boost: The Assam government introduces a milk subsidy program worth Rs 5 per litre.

**In a bid to strengthen Assam’s dairy sector, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has launched a new subsidy scheme providing Rs 5 per litre of milk to dairy farmers supplying milk to cooperative societies. Expected to benefit over 20,000 farmers, the scheme aims to boost rural incomes and milk production across the state.

Simultaneously, the foundation stone was laid for expanding the Panjabari plant of West Assam Milk Producers’ Cooperative Union Ltd (WAMUL), increasing its milk processing capacity from 1.5 to 3 lakh litres per day. The Rs 104 crore project, part of a partnership between WAMUL and the National Dairy Development Board, will add new facilities for ice cream and other dairy products. These initiatives form part of the Assam Dairy Development Plan to promote self-reliance in the dairy sector, increase market access, and ensure better nutritional security for Assam’s population.**

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Assam: Brand of whisky AAP will file a formal complaint against All Seasons for using the historic “Rang Ghar” in their advertisement.

Whisky brand All Seasons is under fire after allegedly featuring Assam’s iconic Rang Ghar and the sacred Kamakhya Temple in a recent advertisement, sparking widespread outrage across the state. The promotional content has been condemned for its insensitivity toward Assam’s cultural and spiritual heritage. Social media users, student groups, and political leaders have called for the ad’s removal, citing deep disrespect toward revered sites. The Aam Aadmi Party’s Assam unit filed an FIR against the company at Dispur Police Station on July 21. Meanwhile, the Kamakhya Temple administration demanded the immediate withdrawal of any imagery involving the temple. The All Assam Tai Ahom Students’ Union also slammed the brand for exploiting Rang Ghar, a cultural symbol of the Tai Ahom community, stating it hurt public sentiments.

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In Guwahati, a railway officer is detained on suspicion of killing his wife.

Rahul Singh, the station master of Kendukona railway station in Assam’s Kamrup district, who had been absconding after allegedly murdering his wife, was arrested in Guwahati, police said. Singh was apprehended more than two weeks after his wife, Anjali Singh, was found stabbed to death in their home on July 2, a crime reportedly witnessed by their two children. Investigators revealed that after fleeing the scene, Singh had been working in disguise as a private security guard in the city. He was traced and detained with assistance from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and the Forensic Department.

A disturbing audio clip, purportedly sent by the victim to relatives prior to her death, came to light during the investigation. In it, Anjali accused her husband and mother-in-law of ongoing mental and physical abuse, and said Singh had threatened her life. She implored her relatives to hold him responsible if anything should happen to her. Following his arrest, Singh was remanded to four days of police custody as authorities continue to investigate the case.

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To improve connectivity in Assam, a second rail-cum-road bridge at Saraighat has been approved.

A significant infrastructure milestone has been achieved with the approval of a Second Rail-cum-Road Bridge over the Brahmaputra River at Saraighat under the Northeast Frontier Railway. Part of the Agthori–Kamakhya railway line doubling project, the ₹1,473.77 crore initiative features a double-deck design spanning 7.06 km, with railway tracks on the lower deck and a three-lane roadway on the upper deck. Targeted for completion by December 2029, the project is expected to greatly enhance connectivity and industrial growth in Assam, while providing a major boost to employment in the region. The new bridge will complement the historic Saraighat Bridge, marking a transformative step for transport infrastructure in Northeast India.

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ASSAM RIFLES DISTRIBUTES ESSENTIAL ITEMS IN  MANIPUR

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ASSAM RIFLES CONDUCTS MEDICAL AND OUTREACH CAMP

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Over the following two years, 150 Northeast goods will be GI-tagged.

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Over 1.46 lakh people visited Kaziranga National Park in the 2025–2026 season, indicating an increase in tourism in Assam.

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“Jyoti-Bishnu Antarjatik Kala Mandir,” the largest auditorium in NE, opens in Guwahati.

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42 new train stops are added by Northeast Frontier Railway throughout Assam and West Bengal.

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Four people were detained for damaging Christmas decorations at St. Mary’s School in Nalbari in Assam.

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Due to the NH-715 diversion proposal, locals block the Kaliabor–Jakhalabandha road in Assam.

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Dima Hasao tourism may suffer as Vistadome Express will be permanently discontinued on January 1 in Assam.

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Assam CM: 18 foreigners who tried to enter illegally were returned

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In an interstate operation, Tripura police find 24 missing young people from Siang, Arunachal.

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ASSAM RIFLES SEIZES HEROIN WORTH ₹14 CRORES IN CACHAR DISTRICT, ASSAM

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ASSAM RIFLES RECOVERS HUGE QUANTITY OF EXPLOSIVES ON JIRIBAM-TIPAIMUKH ROAD, MANIPUR

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ASSAM RIFLES NATIONAL INTEGRATION TOUR FOR JIRI IMA MEIRA PAIBI APUNBA LUP (JIMPAL) REACHES GUWAHATI

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ASSAM RIFLES NATIONAL INTEGRATION TOUR FOR JIRI IMA MEIRA PAIBI APUNBA LUP (JIMPAL) REACHES KOLKATA

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ASSAM RIFLES AND DRI SEIZES YABA TABLETS WORTH ₹39 CRORES IN CACHAR DISTRICT, ASSAM