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Assam Floods: Death toll rises to 98 with over 1.55 lakh people affected across 13 districts

Assam's flood toll has risen to 98, with one new death reported. The number of affected people has now dipped to 1.55 lakh across thirteen districts. Golaghat remains the worst-hit district, followed by Sivasagar and Jorhat. Over 10,000 displaced people are currently sheltered in fifty-five relief camps. Rivers like Dhansiri…

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Cabinet approves GOBARdhan biogas scheme, Guwahati-Tezpur highway worth Rs 32,701 crore combined

The Union Cabinet approved two significant projects totaling over Rs 32,000 crore. The GOBARdhan scheme aims to boost biogas production nationwide with substantial financial support. This initiative seeks to reduce India's reliance on imported natural gas for energy needs. Additionally, a four-lane highway will be constructed between Baihata Chariali and…

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The Bar-Headed Goose Flies Over the Himalayas at Altitude That Would Kill a Human in Minutes

The verified record no other bird matchesThe bar-headed goose holds the verified altitude record for a bird crossing a mountain range under its own power. Radar tracking published in Science in 2011 by researchers at Bangor University recorded individual geese flying at 6,400 metres above sea level during their Himalayan…

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Weather tomorrow August 5: Is your state on IMD’s heavy rain alert list? Check forecast here

Weather tomorrow: On August 5, Assam and Meghalaya are bracing for heavy to very heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, northern regions, including Delhi and Punjab, will experience widespread rain accompanied by thunderstorms. Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand can expect broad rainfall patterns, along with isolated heavy showers. Central India, particularly Madhya Pradesh, is…

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300-year-old handwritten manuscripts damaged in Assam floods: Experts battle fungal growth to save them

Floodwaters receded, revealing damaged ancient manuscripts at Assam's historic Gajala Satra. Conservation experts are now working to restore these centuries-old handwritten texts. The priceless collection includes rare Vaishnavite scriptures written on sanchi leaves. These manuscripts represent an important part of Assam's literary and cultural heritage. The delicate restoration process involves…

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One year after Dharali: The growing cost of building in a fragile Himalaya

A year after the Dharali disaster, the reconstructed road leading to Gangotri has been shifted a few metres away from the banks of the Bhagirathi river. The market, once bustling with tourists during the yatra season, now wears a lifeless look. Most shops and houses still remain buried under debris.…

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Assam flood toll rises to 87 with 2 more deaths, nearly 1.3 lakh still affected

Assam struggles with a rising flood toll now at 87 after two new deaths were recorded. Around 1.3 lakh residents are still affected across six districts. Thankfully, water levels are starting to recede, bringing hope to distressed communities. Yet, forecasts of torrential rain in Arunachal Pradesh and Meghalaya could worsen…

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Emergency action plans updated for 735 of 6,598 specified dams: Centre

Emergency action plans are updated for 735 of 6,598 specified dams nationwide. Maharashtra has the most dams, with 65 having updated emergency plans. Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat also have many dams with fewer updated plans. Assam and Nagaland have updated plans for all their dams. The National Dam Safety Authority…

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Peasants' group KMSS blames 'coal mafia nexus' for Assam floods, seeks CBI probe

A peasants' group alleges devastating floods in Assam are man-made. They claim illegal mining in bordering regions created artificial reservoirs. This nexus between mafias and politicians allegedly triggers flash floods downstream. The group demands a CBI investigation into the disaster and illegal mining operations. They also seek financial assistance and…

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Assam flood: Govt releases first tranche of Rs 15,000 interim relief to 75,000 affected households

In response to the catastrophic floods impacting Upper Assam, the state government has released interim relief for 75,000 affected families. The deluge has already claimed 85 lives as of Sunday, prompting Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to distribute the first installment of aid. More than 1.35 lakh citizens are currently…

The Economic Times

Assam floods: Locals rescue over 1,000 people after floodwaters submerge Sivasagar villages

Locals rescued over one thousand people from deep waters in Sivasagar district. Floodwaters rapidly submerged Nepali Khuti, prompting immediate rescue efforts by villagers. Villagers abandoned their homes and belongings to save stranded residents from rising waters. Five districts in Assam are currently affected by widespread flooding and crop damage. Authorities…

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Weaponising extraordinary laws to silence dissent: Congress on rights activist held under NSA in Assam

The Congress party has criticised the Assam government's actions. Indigenous rights activist Pranab Doley was detained under the National Security Act. This detention occurred just one day after he received bail from a district court. The opposition party alleges this is a pattern of weaponising laws to silence dissent. They…

The Economic Times

Assam flood situation improves as number of affected dips to 1.78L, CM to tour worst-hit districts

Assam's flood situation shows slight improvement as affected people decrease. Seven districts remain inundated, impacting 1.78 lakh individuals across the state. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is visiting the worst-hit areas to assess relief efforts. The central government has sanctioned over Rs 370 crore for disaster response. Damage assessment for…

The Economic Times

Assam flood toll reaches 80, over 2 lakh people affected

Assam floods have claimed eighty lives, affecting over two lakh people in eight districts. The state government announced a six-month loan moratorium for affected citizens. Multiple agencies are actively engaged in rescue and relief operations across the region. Significant crop areas and infrastructure have been submerged and damaged by the…

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How Assam Shaped India's Greatest Hindu Legends

When we read the Ramayana, Mahabharata, and the Puranas, we often remember the heroes, battles, and miracles. But have you ever wondered where many of these legendary events actually took place? Surprisingly, one place appears again and again in Hindu scriptures under different names. It witnessed Lord Krishna's battles, Lord…

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Weather forecast for July 31, 2026: Check IMD rain alerts for Delhi, Gujarat, Kerala and more

Heavy rainfall is expected across large parts of India on Friday. Active monsoon conditions will persist over north, central, east, and southern regions. Several states are likely to witness heavy to very heavy rainfall. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds have also been forecast. Intense monsoon activity will continue…

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At least 75 dead, 7 lakh displaced: The making of Assam’s annual ‘unprecedented’ flood

When it comes to floods in Assam, I refrain from using the term unprecedented. In media reporting on disasters, sensationalism often becomes the norm. The task is to generate curiosity. This is, of course, a structural limitation of event-based reporting. Assam’s floods, however, need a deeper contextual understanding.

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India's Fishing Communities and Dolphins: A Coastal Coexistence Passed Down Through Generations

The Dolphins That Follow the NetsIn Chilika Lake, Odisha's vast brackish lagoon, Irrawaddy dolphins and fishermen have developed a working rhythm that marine biologists have studied for decades. The dolphins herd fish toward the shore and toward the nets. The fishermen, reading the dolphins' movement, cast at the right moment.…

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Assam flood toll rises to 78 with three more deaths, 3 lakh remain affected in 7 districts

Three more deaths were reported in Assam floods, raising the total toll to seventy-eight. Over three lakh people remain affected across seven districts due to the ongoing deluge. Heavy to very heavy rainfall with thunderstorms is predicted for the next three days. This forecast could impact districts bordering Arunachal Pradesh…

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Why These Secret Places in India Are Going Viral

Travel trends are changing rapidly. Instead of crowded tourist hotspots, many travelers now prefer peaceful destinations where they can connect with nature, experience local culture, and enjoy breathtaking landscapes. Social media has also played a major role in bringing lesser-known places into the spotlight. Stunning drone videos, travel reels, and…

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Assam flood toll rises to 75, Himanta unveils Rs 9 lakh relief package

Assam floods have tragically claimed seventy-five lives, with seven new fatalities reported recently. Seven districts remain severely affected, impacting over three lakh people and submerging vast agricultural lands. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a substantial relief package for affected families and students. This package includes financial aid for deceased…

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Death toll of devastating Assam floods rises to 68

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Shocking images show scale of devastation as Assam floods death toll rises to 68

Flooding affects around 700,000 people across dozen districts, submerging more than 800 villages

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India’s Cockroach movement threatens to restart protests after mass student arrests

Cockroach Janta party says government has broken promise, with detentions in Delhi, Assam, West Bengal and Bihar

The Economic Times

Assam to withdraw cases over NEET protest, release those arrested

Assam government will withdraw police cases against NEET protest participants. Those arrested or detained during demonstrations will be promptly released. No adverse legal action will be initiated against any protest participants. The government will not pursue further action, treating the matter as closed. This decision follows careful consideration of circumstances…

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