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August 21, 2026, 06:16 PM - 3 min read
He also outlined the state government's roadmap for restoring livelihoods and extending assistance to flood-affected families as part of the next phase of the response. Sarma said the Union Finance Minister heard Assam's concerns "with great attention and sensitivity" and expressed gratitude for her positive response to the state's requirements.
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August 18, 2026, 07:56 PM - 4 min read
According to a press release, the controversy stems from an audio clip circulating on social media involving Raijor Dal spokesperson Manas Konwar, a close associate of Akhil Gogoi, and two alleged coal traders, Sabir Ahmed and Parag. In the purported audio recording, a conversation involving Konwar, along with associates, can allegedly be heard undertaking heated discussions concerning financial transactions related to illegal coal trade.
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August 8, 2026, 10:24 AM - 3 min read
Assam’s flood death toll has risen to 98, with Cachar, Sivasagar, Karimganj and Golaghat among the worst-hit districts as relief and rehabilitation efforts continue.
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August 5, 2026, 08:22 PM - 2 min read
"I have lost everything. I lost my wife and daughter in the flood. My bhabhi was also washed away by flood waters. I only want to see my daughter one more time," Devaram Panikar stated.
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July 31, 2026, 01:45 PM - 4 min read
According to the SLBC’s assessment, the four affected districts together account for around 3.18 lakh active loan accounts, with outstanding loans amounting to approximately Rs 11,400 crore.
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July 29, 2026, 09:28 AM - 3 min read
The death toll in the devastating Assam floods has climbed to 75, with seven more fatalities reported from Sivasagar district on Tuesday.
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July 25, 2026, 09:30 PM - 5 min read
The Agriculture Infrastructure Fund, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 9, 2020 under the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan, is a flagship Government of India scheme that provides interest-subsidised loans for post-harvest management and community farming assets.
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July 24, 2026, 07:28 PM - 4 min read
"In Charaideo and Sivasagar district missing person number is seven; this is what has been reported. But many people are not in a position to report us; we are disconnected from them. So I think the death toll and missing person number will increase only. What we have stated today, the number will be bigger. It will go up,"Assam CM said, adding that 77 revenue circles across Assam have been affected by the floods, with 47 deaths and eight people missing so far.
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July 22, 2026, 08:08 PM - 3 min read
"The floodwaters have completely submerged Sivasagar. Not a single ward is left dry; only two wards are somewhat safe, but water has entered all others. If we talk about the shops, they are all ruined. Not a single shop in the town or any ward has been spared. Everyone has suffered massive losses. In most shops, water is 2 to 3 feet deep, and in some, it has reached up to 5 feet. The situation for the entire town is critical," Borua said.
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July 19, 2026, 01:06 PM - 2 min read
He added that incidents of defacement of public property have become a recurring concern and warned that strict legal action would be taken against those found violating the law.
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July 18, 2026, 03:27 PM - 2 min read
Announcing the development, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma described the OVSE registration as a major milestone in strengthening efficient, secure, and citizen-centric policing. He said the move reflects Assam’s ongoing emphasis on digital governance and modern law enforcement practices.
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July 15, 2026, 09:49 AM - 3 min read
Lakhimpur is the worst-hit district, accounting for 35,696 of the affected population, followed by Sonitpur with 1,178 affected people and Dhemaji with 158.
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