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Guwahati, June 5: The Assam Trinamool Congress (TMC) president Ripun Bora hailed the performance of the opposition party in the Lok Sabha elections.The results have garnered attention as the opposition managed to secure three seats in Assam.In a press conference following the announcement of the Lok Sabha election results, Bora began by acknowledging the Congress…

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Guwahati, Jun 6:Following the announcement of Lok Sabha election results, petrol and diesel prices across the state witnessed a major surge.As per sources, petrol prices have risen by Rs. 1.02 rupees, while diesel prices have increased by Rs. 1.01.Many people were taken aback by the abrupt increase in fuel prices.It may be mentioned that earlier,…

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Guwahati, June 6: Days after the horrific murder of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) contractor, Lakhimpur Police announced a significant cash reward for any informant who provides information regarding the perpetrators in connection with the case.Lakhimpur Superintendent of Police (SP) announced the cash reward, stating, “any person who provides information regarding the person/persons in connection…

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Digboi, Jun 6: As the man-animal conflict continues in Assam, a herd of wild elephants has created ruckus in Digboi.In the past few days, the herd of elephants has been creating commotion in residential areas of Digboi in search of food.It may be mentioned that there is a shortage of electricity, especially in areas like…

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Guwahati, June 6: The flood situation in Assam has improved as the population affected in the calamity has come down to 2,46,813 from 4,23,323 as of June 5.According to data from the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), eight districts, including Cachar, Karimganj, Morigaon, Hojai, Nagaon, Dima Hasao, Hailakandi, and Karbi Anglong West, continue to…

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Biswanath, June 6: Following the victory of Congress’ Gaurav Gogoi in Jorhat parliamentary constituency, several political leaders are targeting Assam cabinet minister Pijush Hazarika on his statement to retire from politics if the former could defeat the BJP’s candidate Topon Kumar Gogoi.Speaking on this, Dibrugarh MLA Prasanta Phukan said that it wasn’t a signed statement…

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Guwahati, Jun 6: The sleuths of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Assam apprehended a Lot Mandal in Guwahati on Thursday for demanding a bribe and accepting it through the middleman in conspiracy with him.The apprehended Lot Mandal has been identified as Swapna Medhi, Circle Officer, Guwahati Revenue Circle, Kamrup (M).As per sources, the vigilance and anti-corruption team…

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Raha, June 6: A vehicle was set ablaze by locals at Bordol in the Samaguri area of Nagaon on Wednesday night.According to information, the locals chased a car from the Nonoi area that was allegedly involved in livestock theft and intercepted it in a village in Samaguri, Nagaon.After the villagers stopped the suspected car, two…

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Bajali, June 6: Every year, on the occasion of World Environment Day, the residents of Jalikhata village in Bajali celebrate the birthday of a banyan tree.The banyan tree turned 212 years old on June 5, 2024, and the residents celebrated its birthday to raise awareness about global warming and the importance of a healthy and…

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Guwahati, June 6: Following public resentment over the hike in petrol and diesel prices, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Thursday that the prices of fuel in the state are Rs. 7 less than in West Bengal, claiming that it is one of the lowest in India.While speaking to the reporters regarding the…

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