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Assam CM Claims Zubeen Garg’s Death Was Murder, Orders Major Probe Into Singer’s Case
The sudden and tragic death of popular Assamese singer Zubeen Garg in September left the entire North-East grieving. Initially reported as an accidental drowning while swimming near Saint John’s Island in Singapore, the case triggered widespread doubts from the beginning. Many questioned the circumstances surrounding his final moments, especially as reports emerged that he entered the water without a life jacket. Two months later, the controversy surrounding his death has intensified after
Assam CM Claims Zubeen Garg’s Death Was Murder, Orders Major Probe Into Singer’s Case
The sudden and tragic death of popular Assamese singer Zubeen Garg in September left the entire North-East grieving. Initially reported as an accidental drowning while swimming near Saint John’s Island in Singapore, the case triggered widespread doubts from the beginning. Many questioned the circumstances surrounding his final moments, especially as reports emerged that he entered the water without a life jacket. Two months later, the controversy surrounding his death has intensified after
Zubeen Garg Second Autopsy in Guwahati, Funeral Procession and Cremation Today
The passing of legendary Assamese singer Zubeen Garg has left an irreplaceable void in the hearts of millions, and today marks the final journey of the icon. A second autopsy of Zubeen Garg began at 3 am at Guwahati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), four hours ahead of the originally scheduled time, following intense public demand for transparency over his tragic death in a scuba diving accident in Singapore on September 19. The results of the post-mortem a
Zubeen Garg Second Autopsy in Guwahati, Funeral Procession and Cremation Today
The passing of legendary Assamese singer Zubeen Garg has left an irreplaceable void in the hearts of millions, and today marks the final journey of the icon. A second autopsy of Zubeen Garg began at 3 am at Guwahati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), four hours ahead of the originally scheduled time, following intense public demand for transparency over his tragic death in a scuba diving accident in Singapore on September 19. The results of the post-mortem a
Zubeen Garg Death: Fans Flood Guwahati Streets To Bid Emotional Farewell
Popular Assamese singer Zubeen Garg, known for his soulful voice and evergreen hits, passed away on September 19 in Singapore after a tragic swimming accident. According to officials, he removed his life jacket on a yacht trip, calling it oversized, but was later found floating in the sea. Despite immediate CPR and being rushed to Singapore General Hospital, he was declared dead. His mortal remains reached Delhi, where Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma,
Zubeen Garg Death: Fans Flood Guwahati Streets To Bid Emotional Farewell
Popular Assamese singer Zubeen Garg, known for his soulful voice and evergreen hits, passed away on September 19 in Singapore after a tragic swimming accident. According to officials, he removed his life jacket on a yacht trip, calling it oversized, but was later found floating in the sea. Despite immediate CPR and being rushed to Singapore General Hospital, he was declared dead. His mortal remains reached Delhi, where Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma,
Assam Rifles Convoy Ambushed In Manipur, 2 Jawans Killed And 4 Injured
Tension gripped Manipur’s Bishnupur district on Friday evening after unknown gunmen ambushed a convoy of 33 Assam Rifles near Nambol Sabal Leikai. The attack, which took place around 5.50 pm, claimed the lives of two soldiers and left four others injured. One jawan remains critically wounded and is undergoing treatment along with others at nearby hospitals. According to officials, the convoy was moving from Imp
Assam Rifles Convoy Ambushed In Manipur, 2 Jawans Killed And 4 Injured
Tension gripped Manipur’s Bishnupur district on Friday evening after unknown gunmen ambushed a convoy of 33 Assam Rifles near Nambol Sabal Leikai. The attack, which took place around 5.50 pm, claimed the lives of two soldiers and left four others injured. One jawan remains critically wounded and is undergoing treatment along with others at nearby hospitals. According to officials, the convoy was moving from Imp
PM Narendra Modi’s Latest Updates: Manipur Visit, Assam Projects, Birthday Tributes
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent schedule reflects a blend of outreach, infrastructure acceleration, and security-focused reviews across multiple states. In Manipur, during his first visit since ethnic violence began, he met displaced families in Churachandpur, called for reconciliation between hills and valley, and announced projects aimed at restoring normalcy and rebuilding public trust. The launch and foundation-laying of initiatives worth sever
PM Narendra Modi’s Latest Updates: Manipur Visit, Assam Projects, Birthday Tributes
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent schedule reflects a blend of outreach, infrastructure acceleration, and security-focused reviews across multiple states. In Manipur, during his first visit since ethnic violence began, he met displaced families in Churachandpur, called for reconciliation between hills and valley, and announced projects aimed at restoring normalcy and rebuilding public trust. The launch and foundation-laying of initiatives worth sever
Assam Man Celebrates Divorce by Bathing in Milk, Video Goes Viral on Social Media
In one of the more unusual and headline-grabbing events to surface from Assam, a man from Nalbari district celebrated the end of his marriage in a way that has taken social media by storm. Manik Ali, the individual at the center of this viral moment, marked his divorce by taking a public bath in milk, a symbolic act he said represented his freedom from years of personal hardship. The spectacle, which was recorded and shared widely across digital platforms, quickly became a trending topic as v
Assam Man Celebrates Divorce by Bathing in Milk, Video Goes Viral on Social Media
In one of the more unusual and headline-grabbing events to surface from Assam, a man from Nalbari district celebrated the end of his marriage in a way that has taken social media by storm. Manik Ali, the individual at the center of this viral moment, marked his divorce by taking a public bath in milk, a symbolic act he said represented his freedom from years of personal hardship. The spectacle, which was recorded and shared widely across digital platforms, quickly became a trending topic as v
Himanta Sarma Shuts Down Pak's Brahmaputra Water Threat
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has firmly dismissed recent concerns voiced by Pakistan over the potential threat of China halting the Brahmaputra River's flow to India. Responding to speculation on social media that raised fears about the river being used as a geopolitical weapon, Sarma labelled the rhetoric as baseless and rooted in fear-mongering rather than facts. In a post on X , Sarma dismantled th
Himanta Sarma Shuts Down Pak's Brahmaputra Water Threat
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has firmly dismissed recent concerns voiced by Pakistan over the potential threat of China halting the Brahmaputra River's flow to India. Responding to speculation on social media that raised fears about the river being used as a geopolitical weapon, Sarma labelled the rhetoric as baseless and rooted in fear-mongering rather than facts. In a post on X , Sarma dismantled th
Assam's Silchar Breaks 132-Year Rainfall Record
Assam's Silchar city recorded its highest-ever rainfall in a single day on June 1, 2025, receiving a massive 415.8 mm of rain in just 24 hours. This breaks a 132-year-old record of 290.3 mm set back in 1893, according to data from the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The deluge was part of a broader weather pattern affecting the entire northeast, driven by cyclonic circulations and a low-level trough extending from East Uttar Pradesh to Arunachal Pra
Assam's Silchar Breaks 132-Year Rainfall Record
Assam's Silchar city recorded its highest-ever rainfall in a single day on June 1, 2025, receiving a massive 415.8 mm of rain in just 24 hours. This breaks a 132-year-old record of 290.3 mm set back in 1893, according to data from the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The deluge was part of a broader weather pattern affecting the entire northeast, driven by cyclonic circulations and a low-level trough extending from East Uttar Pradesh to Arunachal Pra
India Hosts United Nations Event to Celebrate International Tea Day
India took center stage at the United Nations headquarters in New York by hosting a high-level event to mark International Tea Day, drawing global attention to the beverage’s deep impact on livelihoods, sustainable development, and cultural exchange. Held on May 21, the celebration was themed "Tea for Livelihoods, Tea for SDGs", bringing together diplomats, UN officials, and tea-producing nations to recognize tea's crucial role in rural development and economic empowerment
India Hosts United Nations Event to Celebrate International Tea Day
India took center stage at the United Nations headquarters in New York by hosting a high-level event to mark International Tea Day, drawing global attention to the beverage’s deep impact on livelihoods, sustainable development, and cultural exchange. Held on May 21, the celebration was themed "Tea for Livelihoods, Tea for SDGs", bringing together diplomats, UN officials, and tea-producing nations to recognize tea's crucial role in rural development and economic empowerment
Assam Bans Beef in Restaurants and Public Places
In a major move, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma declared a statewide ban on the serving and consumption of beef in restaurants, hotels, and public spaces. The decision was made following a state cabinet meeting, which included an amendment to the existing laws surrounding beef consumption. Although the consumption of beef itself is not illegal in Assam, the Assam Cattle Preservation Act of 2021 already regulates cattle transportation, slaughter, and the sale of beef in the state. Un
Assam Bans Beef in Restaurants and Public Places
In a major move, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma declared a statewide ban on the serving and consumption of beef in restaurants, hotels, and public spaces. The decision was made following a state cabinet meeting, which included an amendment to the existing laws surrounding beef consumption. Although the consumption of beef itself is not illegal in Assam, the Assam Cattle Preservation Act of 2021 already regulates cattle transportation, slaughter, and the sale of beef in the state. Un
Assam HC Seeks Govt Response on Muslim Marriage Law
The Gauhati High Court has directed the Assam government to respond to a petition challenging the legality of the Assam Compulsory Registration of Muslim Marriages and Divorces Act, 2024. The petition, filed by the All Assam Muslim Marriages and Divorces Registrar and Kazi Association, contests the newly enacted law, which replaces the Assam Moslem Marriages and Divorces Registration Act, 1935. The court has given the state government four weeks to respond and has stated that the issue of int
Assam HC Seeks Govt Response on Muslim Marriage Law
The Gauhati High Court has directed the Assam government to respond to a petition challenging the legality of the Assam Compulsory Registration of Muslim Marriages and Divorces Act, 2024. The petition, filed by the All Assam Muslim Marriages and Divorces Registrar and Kazi Association, contests the newly enacted law, which replaces the Assam Moslem Marriages and Divorces Registration Act, 1935. The court has given the state government four weeks to respond and has stated that the issue of int









