Assam

04 Sep

Police seize chequebooks, cards in Guwahati cybercrime bust

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Guwahati Police have dismantled a sophisticated cybercrime ring, arresting four individuals involved in a widespread mule account scam. The arrests were made following a coordinated effort by the Cyber Police Station in Guwahati, revealing a well-organized network of fraudsters preying on economically vulnerable individuals. The suspects, identified as Anvesh Chandra, Bablu Das, Chinmoy Chakraborty, and Abinash Mahato, were found to be operating under fake identities and using burner phones to deceive unsuspecting victims into handing over control of their bank accounts. These "mule accounts" were then used for illicit financial transactions, leaving the original account holders liable for any illegal…

03 Sep

Suspended Judge Medhi restricted to Tezpur headquarters

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Gauhati High Court has suspended Ranju Medhi, the Additional District and Sessions Judge of Sonitpur, following allegations of bribery. The suspension order, issued on September 2, takes immediate effect, pending departmental proceedings. Judge Medhi, who also serves as the Special Judge of the POCSO court in Sonitpur, is required to remain stationed in Sonitpur's headquarters, Tezpur, throughout the suspension period. The High Court's order explicitly prohibits Medhi from leaving the station without prior permission. During the suspension, the responsibilities of the Additional District and Sessions Judge, Sonitpur, Tezpur, will be managed by the Sonitpur District & Sessions Judge as…

03 Sep

Dibrugarh investment scam: Youth arrested for defrauding crores

Banasree SarkarAssamDibrugarh

A 22-year-old man was arrested by the Assam police in connection with an investment scam. It has been alleged that the accused, identified as Bishal Phukan, duped around 200 people by taking huge sums of money under the pretext of stock market investments. The con artist gave the investors guaranteed fixed returns of up to 30 percent or more within 60 days in order to give his story more legitimacy. After the police were informed of this occurrence, they raided Phukan's home in the town of Dibrugarh. His eventual apprehension and confinement resulted from this operation. Delivering notarized documents to…

02 Sep

Assam extends ₹5 crore aid to flood-hit Tripura

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam Government has extended financial assistance of ₹5 crore to flood-stricken Tripura. The aid, handed over by Assam Cabinet Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah to Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha on September 1, underscores Assam's commitment to supporting its neighbor in times of crisis. Minister Mallabaruah announced the contribution on the social media platform 'X,' highlighting the importance of the gesture. "On behalf of Hon'ble CM Dr. @himantabiswa sir, I had the honor of presenting a cheque of ₹5 crore to Hon'ble CM of Tripura, Prof. @DrManikSaha2. This gesture reflects our solidarity with the people of Tripura during the recent…

31 Aug

Three suspects caught with heroin and ₹60,000 in Tinsukia

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam police have arrested three individuals and seized 94.25 grams of suspected heroin along with Rs 60,000 in cash following a late-night raid at Makum traffic point in Tinsukia. The operation, executed on August 30, was based on a tip-off regarding drug trafficking in the area. The arrested suspects have been identified as Norottam Tamuli from Talpathar under Bordumsa police station, Dombaru Moran from Dirak Kophatuli under Kakopathar police station, and Lakheswar Dewgohoria from Tongna Hunjan under Bordumsa police station. They are believed to be involved in the distribution of the seized heroin. This raid follows a series of significant…

30 Aug

Senior MP seeks Environment Minister’s support to save Hollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Senior Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi has called on Union Environment Minister Bhupendra Yadav to prioritize the protection of Assam's Hollongapar Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary amid concerns over a proposed oil and gas exploration project in the area. In a letter addressed to Yadav, Gogoi emphasized the sanctuary's unique and irreplaceable ecosystem, warning that the project could lead to severe deforestation and pollution. The sanctuary, located in Gogoi's parliamentary constituency of Jorhat, is a critical habitat for the endangered Hoolock Gibbon. Gogoi expressed his deep concerns about the potential impact of the project, urging Yadav to reconsider the Assam wildlife department's recommendation…

29 Aug

FIR lodged against Assam CM for promoting religious tensions

Sonakshi SarkarAssam, Political

The Assam Pradesh Congress Committee, supported by a coalition of opposition parties, has lodged a First Information Report (FIR) against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The complaint, filed at Dispur Police Station on Wednesday, accuses Sarma of fostering communal discord and promoting enmity between different religious and racial communities.The opposition alliance includes the Assam Congress, Assam Jatiya Parishad, CPI(M), Raijor Dal, CPI, Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), Janata Dal (United), Trinamool Congress, and CPI(ML). The coalition alleges that Sarma’s recent statements and actions have exacerbated communal tensions in the state. According to the FIR, Sarma has…

26 Aug

Enhanced security measures across Assam: Police boost patrols and area domination efforts

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Police forces across Assam have ramped up security measures through rigorous vehicle checks, area domination operations, and extensive foot patrolling. These enhanced efforts are part of a comprehensive strategy to fortify public security and deter potential threats. In Cachar district, police have intensified vehicle inspections to ensure greater safety. This initiative is a crucial component of a broader effort aimed at creating a more secure community environment. The Nagaon Police have been actively engaged in area domination operations. Joint efforts led by OC Khatowal PS and OC Samaguri PS, with support from IC Puranigudam OP and IC Muwamari PP, have…

24 Aug

The main accused in the Assam gang-rape case died

Banasree SarkarAssamgang-rape case

The prime accused in a gangrape case in Assam was declared dead on Saturday after trying to escape police custody by jumping into a pond, authorities informed. The incident took place during an investigation at the crime scene. The deceased, identified as Tafazul Islam, was apprehended on August 23, and the cops escorted him to the site where the 14-year-old girl was brutally gang-raped when he attempted to break free from the shackles at 4 am. This led to the police launching a rescue operation, and his lifeless body was recovered from the water following an intensive search lasting for…

23 Aug

Assam uncovers over 47,900 foreigners in 43 years, majority identified as Hindus

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam government revealed on Thursday that it has detected over 47,900 foreigners in the state between 1971 and 2014, with more than 43 percent identified as Hindus. The disclosure was made by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in response to a query from AGP MLA Ponakan Baruah. According to Sarma, the Foreigners Tribunal has declared a total of 47,928 individuals as foreigners during this period. The breakdown includes 27,309 Muslims, 20,613 Hindus, and six individuals from other religious backgrounds. The district of Cachar recorded the highest number of detected foreigners, totaling 10,152. Of these, 8,139 were Hindus and 2,013…