KAMRUP DISTRICT
Assam train accident: ‘Emergency brakes applied, but train not stopping’, driver’s video captures moments before Kolkata-Sairang Express derails
Train accident today: Footage recorded inside the Kolkata-Sairang Express locomotive captures the driver reporting a red signal and a non-responsive emergency system before the train hits barricades and derails near Guwahati. The locomotive and five coaches went off the tracks at Digaru station. All passengers were reported safe, while railway services in the region were disrupted.
Kolkata-Sairang Express derailment in Assam: Six coaches go off tracks at Digaru station
Six coaches of the Kolkata-Sairang Express derailed at Digaru railway station in Assam's Kamrup (Metro) district around 6.54 am on Wednesday. Several passengers were reportedly injured, but no major injuries or casualties have been reported so far, according to Northeast Frontier Railway. Senior railway officials rushed to the spot following the incident. The cause of the derailment is yet to be established.
Assam plans major project to reclaim land lost to Brahmaputra's changing course
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma visited Kayantol in Hajo, Kamrup district, and Sonka in Mayong, Morigaon district to assess the feasibility of the proposed project on the ground.
Assam cabinet approves Welspun Group's investment proposal to set up manufacturing unit in Rangia
Assam's cabinet approved an investment proposal from Weetek Plastic Private Limited to set up a manufacturing unit. The cabinet also amended rules to categorize extracted limestone into different grades for royalty purposes. A new award named 'Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika Award' will honor significant contributions to music and culture. The grand finale of Hazarika's birth centenary celebrations will take place in New Delhi on November 29, 2026.
Assam raises Orunodoi payout to Rs 1,500 for October as Durga Puja gift
Assam Cabinet has announced a special Durga Puja holiday on October 17, 2026, in addition to existing holidays. The government will provide Rs 1500 to Orunodoi beneficiaries this October as a festival gift. A total investment of Rs 11,000 crore by JK Lakshmi Cement Limited is approved to establish manufacturing units. Elections for Mising Autonomous Council and Sonowal Kachari Autonomous Council are scheduled for November 2026.
ACA Cricket Academy unveils one of India's largest indoor cricket facilities
Assam's ACA Cricket Academy now boasts a large indoor cricket facility. This modern setup features nine wickets and advanced training amenities. Players will benefit from year-round practice and enhanced player development programs. The facility includes a gymnasium and specialized recovery and physiotherapy services. This inauguration significantly boosts the state's cricketing infrastructure.
Assam police firing leaves two personnel dead, two injured; two suspected thieves killed in separate encounter
Two Assam police officers died and two were injured after a colleague opened fire. Another incident saw two suspected vehicle thieves killed in an exchange of fire. Police intercepted a stolen vehicle and pursued it towards Sonapur. The suspects then fired indiscriminately at the approaching police officers. The police returned fire, resulting in the deaths of the two individuals.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma pushes dairy expansion, targets stronger milk production and processing
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has directed measures to strengthen Assam’s dairy sector, including higher milk production, expanded Dairy Cooperative Societies, increased processing capacity and better procurement. Assam currently produces 33.53 lakh litres of milk daily, with 4.20 lakh litres of additional processing capacity coming up. The state also plans wider cooperative coverage and support for dairy farmers.
Assam STF arrests suspected Pakistan-based operative, case toll reaches five
Assam Police have made a critical arrest, detaining Mrigen Saloi, the fifth suspect involved with the Shahzad Bhatti Network from Pakistan. The apprehension took place in Kamrup district on Monday morning, where police uncovered incriminating evidence, including electronic devices and relevant documents. Saloi's links to numerous Pakistan-based suspects linked to extremist agendas are being scrutinized as the investigation unfolds.
Assam govt to invest Rs 50,000 crore in developing infra over five years: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam is set to allocate an impressive fifty thousand crore rupees over the next five years towards bolstering its infrastructure. This ambitious initiative will focus on upgrading healthcare facilities, educational institutions, housing schemes, and the power sector. Additionally, the state government has greenlit the establishment of industrial estates and a new dairy project.
Eleven people from Assam have been reported missing in Nepal following devastating flash floods
Eleven people from Assam are missing in Nepal following devastating flash floods. Five stranded individuals have confirmed their safety and are receiving assistance. The state government established an emergency help desk in New Delhi for families. These flash floods were triggered by a glacial collapse near the Nepal-Tibet border. Efforts are ongoing to locate and ensure the safe return of all missing persons.
Assam CM inaugurates newly constructed Integrated DC Office Building of Kamrup Metropolitan District
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated a new Integrated District Commissioner’s Office. This modern facility in Kamrup Metropolitan District cost eighty-one point two crore rupees. The building incorporates a solar power system to promote green energy initiatives. This inauguration aligns with the government’s decentralization efforts and citizen-centric administration. The Chief Minister also presented an old land record from Kamakhya Temple.
Assam: Counting underway for panchayat polls; tight security in Kamrup, Dibrugarh
Vote counting for Assam's panchayat elections started Sunday amid tight security. Kamrup district officials prepared for smooth counting at multiple locations. Dibrugarh saw Assam Power Minister Prasanta Phukan express confidence in the BJP's victory. The elections occurred in two phases across 27 districts. Over 1.80 crore voters participated in the polls. Results are awaited.
Home to IIT, AIIMS; Assam's Kamrup comes out with career counselling videos for local youth
Kamrup district in Assam, home to institutes like IIT and AIIMS, has launched motivational videos featuring achievers to guide local youth. The initiative, led by District Commissioner Keerthi Jalli, aims to foster a positive academic environment and help students crack competitive exams. The videos are part of the AROHAN scheme by the state's education department.
Assam- Pilot project successfully combats child malnutrition in Kamrup district
A pilot program in Kamrup District, Assam, aimed at addressing child malnutrition by incorporating nutrient-dense small fish powder into children's diets has shown promising results. Launched in September 2023, the initiative led to significant improvements in children's nutritional status, including reduced underweight and stunting, and increased Body Mass Index (BMI).
Lok Sabha election: Experience trial voting through virtual reality in Kamrup election district
Under the guidance of Kamrup District Commissioner and District Election Officer Keerthi Jalli, this initiative was inaugurated at Dakhin Kamrup College in Kamrup District as part of the Systematic Voters Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) initiative.
Kamrup district students mobilise in postcard campaign to encourage voting
One lakh students hailing from 526 educational institutions across the district, ranging from Class VIII to Class XI, passionately crafted heartfelt appeals on postcards, beseeching their parents to cast their ballots on election day for their better future, for a more participative democracy, for growth of India.
Assam floods: Death toll climbs to 75, water level rises in 7 districts
According to the Assam State Disaster Management (ASDMA), 34,92,734 people in 2,753 villages in 18 districts are affected by the deluge.
Assam floods: Death toll rises to 30; Goalpara, Kamrup districts among worst affected
Goalpara district administration sources said 94 relief camps have been set up by the district administration and more than 90,000 people have taken shelter in them.
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