Union minister Nadda visits flood-ravaged Assam districts; pledges help to every affected family

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1. Wed, 5 August 2026

   7 reports
   • theshillongtimes.com15:23first to report
     Union minister Nadda visits flood-ravaged Assam districts; pledges help to every affected family

     GUWAHATI, Aug 5: Union minister for health and family welfare J.P. Nadda conducted an extensive on-ground assessment of the flood-ravaged areas across Sivasagar, Charaideo and Jorhat districts in Upper Assam. Upon witnessing the unprecedented devastation in the severely affected Nepalikhuti region of Sivasagar, the Union minister observed that the catastrophic deluge had inflicted unimaginable destruction…

   • theshillongtimes.com15:32
     Centre stands firmly with Nagaland, assures full support to families affected by floods: Nadda

     Kohima, Aug 5: Union Health and Family Welfare Minister J.P. Nadda on Wednesday assured that the Centre stands firmly with the Nagaland government in tackling the ongoing flood situation, saying that Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government is working in close coordination with the state to ensure timely relief and all necessary assistance reaches every affected…

   • morungexpress.com19:45
     DONATE LIFE, NOT FEAR: Naga transplant survivors urge awareness

     “How did you not die? How are you still moving in this condition at stage 5 chronic kidney disease (CKD) with hardly 10% of your kidney functioning. You could just drop dead anytime.”

   • morungexpress.com19:45
     Fixing the system from within

     Public feedback to the Morung Express’s suggestion platform shows that people in Nagaland have lost faith in the government. Beyond the usual complaints about poor roads and infrastructure, the responses point to deeper problems: distrust, favoritism towa

   • morungexpress.com19:45
     Nagaland floats Rs 21.2-cr plan to strengthen chopper network

     The Nagaland Government has initiated a Rs 21.2-crore project to strengthen the State's civil aviation infrastructure by developing a network of new helipads, upgrading existing facilities and establishing aviation fuel stations to enhance passenger conne

   • morungexpress.com19:45
     Union Minister Nadda visits landslide-hit Mon

     KOHIMA, AUGUST 5 (MExN): Union Minister for Health & Family Welfare and Chemicals & Fertilizers Jagat Prakash Nadda visited landslide-affected areas in Mon district on August 5. He inspected the devastation caused by the recent landslides and flash floods

   • morungexpress.com19:45
     Health Dept issues meningococcal disease advisory

     KOHIMA, AUGUST 5 (MExN): The Nagaland Department of Health & Family Welfare has issued an advisory to all residential schools, hostels and educational institutions across the state following a suspected case of invasive meningococcal disease involving a 1

2. Thu, 6 August 2026

   6 reports
   • indiatimes.com02:04edited after publishing
     Breaking News Highlights Updates: Iran says agreement on Hormuz shipping reached with Oman

     previouslyBreaking news live updates: Assam flood toll climbs to 95; 1.6 lakh affected in 14 districts

     Breaking News Highlights Updates: Iran said it had reached an agreement with Oman on a proposed route for shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a potential step toward a reopening of the critical waterway for energy supplies.

   • hindustantimes.com02:50
     Assam flood toll rises to 95; Himanta, Nadda visit worst-hit village in Sivasagar

     Hundreds of families in the village have lost their homes and belongings, while most livestock have perished. | India News

   • assamtimes.org03:54
     Assam's Floods: We Need to Think Beyond Embankments

     Floods are part of the Brahmaputra's natural cycle, but the scale of today's disasters reflects choices made across the entire river basin. Assam's future depends as much on regional cooperation and environmental stewardship as on engineering solutions.

   • newkerala.com05:15
     JP Nadda Visits Flood-Hit Yazali, Reviews Relief

     Union Minister JP Nadda visits Arunachal Pradesh's Yazali to inspect flood damage, meet victims, and review relief operations. Also toured Nagaland and Assam.

   • aninews.in06:15
     Untitled report - Yazali Arunachal Pradesh · Konyak Nyupuh Sheko Khong · Arunachal Pradesh Yazali
   • assamtimes.org07:54
     Flood-Hit Nazira Villages Demand Ban on Stone Mining Along Dikhow River

     Residents reject claims that mining is the primary livelihood, linking alleged illegal extraction and environmental degradation to the devastating Dikhow floods.

3. Fri, 7 August 2026

   3 reports
   • indiatimes.com15:40
     Assam CM inaugurates digital survey training prog for flood assessment

     Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has unveiled a new digital survey training program aimed at accurately assessing flood damage across four districts. Starting on August ninth, trained surveyors will carry out digital evaluations, with a comprehensive two-stage verification process ensuring reliable data by September tenth. This initiative lays the groundwork for structured rehabilitation efforts following the assessment.

   • newkerala.com20:45
     Assam CM to Students: Education Is Only Path to Success

     Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma urges students to focus on studies, saying noise and unrest cannot build careers. Education is the key to success.

   • newkerala.com22:45
     3 PWD Engineers Suspended Over Bridge Damage in Uttarakhand

     Uttarakhand suspends three PWD engineers and orders action against consultants after approach road of Tons River bridge at Nanda Ki Chauki was damaged due to scouring.

4. Sat, 8 August 2026

   7 reports
   • sentinelassam.com05:53
     Assam: Ganja and Gold Seized at New Bongaigaon Railway Station

     OUR CORRESPONDENTBONGAIGAON: In two separate operations at New Bongaigaon railway station, the Government Railway Police (GRP), led by IC Sanjib Choudhury, seiz

   • sentinelassam.com06:34
     Assam: Mohmaiki Gaon Panchayat women allegedly deprived of Orunodoi benefits

     A CORRESPONDENTBOKAKHAT: A group of women protested in front of the Golaghat West Development Block Office, alleging that their names had been removed from the

   • sentinelassam.com06:47
     Assam: ATASU demands Rs 10,000 crore aid, expert probe into flood disaster

     OUR CORRESPONDENTSIVASAGAR: The central president of All Tai Ahom Students' Union (ATASU), Basanta Gogoi, on Friday addressed a press conference at the office o

   • newkerala.com20:15
     Sarma Visits Flood-Hit Darrang, Orders Embankment Rebuild

     Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma inspects flood damage in Darrang, orders durable rebuilding of breached embankments along Noa and Kulsi rivers.

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     • morungexpress.com8 Aug, 16:45their copy
   • morungexpress.com20:45
     NPF organises medical camp, CMHIS awareness drive in Phek

     Kohima, August 8 (MExN): The Youth Wing of the Naga People’s Front (NPF), Phek Division, organised a statewide medical camp-cum-Chief Minister’s Health Insurance Scheme (CMHIS) awareness and registration drive at Enhulumi village in Phek district on Augus

   • morungexpress.com20:45
     Khumtai Warriors (Femina) defeat PDFA Women FC 3-0 in cross-border friendly

     Assam’s Khumtai Warriors (Femina) secured a decisive 3-0 victory over host team Peren District Football Association (PDFA) Women FC in an exhibition match on August 8.

   • morungexpress.com20:45
     Nagaland strengthens disability welfare network with HITARTH Sahayak training

     Kohima, August 8 (MExN): The State Commission for Persons with Disabilities (SCPD) and the Nagaland Parents Association for the Disabled (NAPAD), in collaboration with the Department of Social Welfare and with support of PARIVAAR-NCPO (National Confederat

5. Sun, 9 August 2026

   1 report
   • sentinelassam.com09:23
     Journalists Rescue Elderly Woman Trapped Two Days in Assam Floodwaters

     A CORRESPONDENTBOKAKHAT: Journalists of the Morangi Press Club rescued an elderly woman who had been trapped in floodwaters for two days and arranged medic

6. Mon, 10 August 2026

   2 reports
   • Times of India08:26
     18 injured, 4 critical after unidentified men open fire along Assam-Arunachal border

     Eighteen villagers in Assam have reportedly suffered injuries from cross-border firing that originated in Arunachal Pradesh. The incident unfolded against the backdrop of escalating tensions related to a persistent boundary dispute in Dhemaji district. In the wake of the violence, Assam officials have increased security measures, with the chief minister emphasizing the need to fortify all areas of Assam.

   • Times of India18:12
     18 Assam villagers injured in firing along Arunachal border amid land dispute
7. Tue, 11 August 2026

   3 reports
   • sentinelassam.com06:20
     11 Injured in Firing Along Assam-Arunachal Border in Dhemaji, 3 Critical

     Guwahati: Tension was reported along the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border in Dhemaji district after a firing incident left 11 Assam residents injured on Tuesday.

   • sentinelassam.com08:54
     BJP praises Assam government’s flood response, SDRF operations

     GUWAHATI: State Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesperson Dr Zafreen Mehjabin praised the Himanta Biswa Sarma-led Assam Government for its response to the 2026

   • prokerala.com16:05
     Assam cabinet clears Rs 450 cr for Bodoland development

     Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday announced a series of decisions taken by the state Cabinet, including the release of Rs 450 crore ....

8. Wed, 12 August 2026

   4 reports
   • sentinelassam.com07:50
     72 YouTubers Raised Flood Relief Funds, Assam Govt to Check Utilisation

     Guwahati: The Assam government will track and verify donations collected by 72 YouTubers for flood relief, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Wednesday,

   • sentinelassam.com08:45
     Mising Body Launches Indefinite Road Blockade ; Assam-Arunachal Border Tension

     Guwahati: Today, morning  tension  prevailed in Assam’s Gohpur and Gogamukh after the Takam Mising Porin Kebang (TMPK) launched an indefinite Road blo

   • sentinelassam.com09:30
     Assam: Erosion-hit Residents Block NH-15 at Bihaguri Daily Market

     OUR CORRESPONDENTTEZPUR: Residents affected by Brahmaputra erosion staged a road blockade on National Highway-15 near Bihaguri Daily Market on Tuesday, dem

   • sentinelassam.com10:18
     All India Services Pensioners’ Cell Donates Rs 3.25 Lakh to Assam Government

     STAFF REPORTERGUWAHATI: The All-India Services Pensioners’ Cell, Assam Unit, donated Rs 3.25 lakh to the Assam Government as a gesture of solidarity with people

9. Thu, 13 August 2026

   3 reports
   • Times of India06:43
     Fresh clashes erupt along Assam-Arunachal border, police fire in air to disperse mob

     Renewed clashes broke out along the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border on Thursday, prompting police to fire warning shots to disperse a growing mob. This turmoil ensues after eighteen Assamese villagers were reportedly injured in Monday's confrontation, which revolved around accusations of land encroachment. Officials are now working diligently to ease tensions and restore peace in the region.

   • outlookindia.com07:56
     Assam-Arunachal Border Firing Row: CM Himanta Appeals For Peace, Seeks Action Against Guilty

     At least 12 people were injured in alleged firing along the Assam-Arunachal border, prompting Himanta Biswa Sarma to seek a probe while urging both states to maintain peace

   • Times of India15:05
     MP children fall ill in bid to set Tiranga yatra record

     Twelve students fell ill after a Tiranga Yatra in Singrauli district. They reportedly waited nearly an hour for the state minister to arrive. Some students skipped breakfast and faced inadequate water arrangements during the event. Officials stated all students received treatment and were discharged later. Show-cause notices were issued to officials regarding the incident.

10. Fri, 14 August 2026

    3 reports
    • theshillongtimes.com10:41
      Assam to set up Higher Education Council for better governance

      Guwahati, Aug 14: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday said the state was moving towards a more organised, transparent and structured higher education system with the proposed Assam State Higher Education Council. CM Sarma said the council would play a key role in steering the state's higher education ecosystem and ensuring that institutions…

    • theshillongtimes.com10:49
      Bongaigaon medical college to admit 100 students from current year: Assam Health Minister

      Guwahati, Aug 14: Assam Health Minister, Ashok Singhal, on Friday inspected the newly-constructed Bongaigaon Medical College and Hospital and reviewed its infrastructure and facilities before holding a meeting with hospital authorities. During his visit, Singhal said the medical college was being developed as one of the most technologically advanced medical institutions in the state, with…

    • theshillongtimes.com11:48
      Assam govt taking initiative to replace over 1,000 wooden bridges: Himanta Biswa Sarma

      Guwahati, Aug 14: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Friday that the state government is undertaking a major initiative to replace more than 1,000 wooden and dilapidated bridges with all-weather reinforced cement concrete (RCC) structures to improve connectivity and ensure faster delivery of government services. Sarma added that the bridge-upgradation programme is aimed…

11. Sat, 15 August 2026

    1 report
    • sentinelassam.com12:25
      Himanta Biswa Sarma Urges Migrants in Assam to List Assamese as Mother Tongue in Census

      Guwahati: Today, Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma appealed to people who have migrated from other parts of the country and made Assam their home to identi

12. Mon, 17 August 2026

    3 reports
    • sentinelassam.com03:04
      MDoNER Clears Rs 883 Crore for 30 New North East Projects in Q1 2026-27

      Staff ReporterGuwahati: In the first quarter (Q1) of 2026-27, the Ministry of Development of North East Region (MDoNER) has sanctioned 30 new projects for the N

    • sentinelassam.com03:29
      Assam: Education Minister Dr Ranoj Pegu visits flood-affected schools in Bokakhat

      A CORRESPONDENTBOKAKHAT: Education Minister Dr Ranoj Pegu on Saturday visited several flood-affected schools in Mahuramukh under Bokakhat Sub-District. The Mini

    • sentinelassam.com04:34
      Jamiat announces Rs 2.25-crore relief package for Upper Assam flood victims

      A CORRESPONDENTNAZIRA: Assam State Jamiat president and chief patron of the Anfar Foundation, Maulana Mustaq Anfar, has announced a relief package worth Rs 2.25

13. Wed, 19 August 2026

    2 reports
    • northeasttoday.in09:28
      Assam Adds 403.62 Sq Km Of Protected Forest Land, Boosting Wildlife Conservation

      Guwahati, August 19: Assam has expanded its conservation footprint with the addition of 403.62 square kilometres of Protected Forest land, described by the state Forest Minister as the biggest such addition anywhere in India. Forest Minister Jayanta MallaBarua said the expansion will strengthen Assam’s forest cover, wildlife habitats and ecological corridors while creating a more

    • rediff.com16:57
      Elephants vs Rajdhani Express: Alert forest officials avert tragedy in Assam

      A major tragedy was averted in Assam's Hojai district on Wednesday when forest personnel alerted the Rajdhani Express after spotting a large herd of elephants crossing a railway track, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said.

14. Thu, 20 August 2026

    5 reports
    • sentinelassam.com05:43
      Northeast States Chart PPP Roadmap at Guwahati Regional Workshop

      STAFF REPORTERGUWAHATI: A day-long Regional Workshop on Public-Private Partnership (PPP) for the North-Eastern states was held at the Assam Administrative Staff

    • sentinelassam.com06:00
      ‘No Kaagaz, No Entry’: Assam Police Foil Entry of 17 Illegal Infiltrators, Says CM

      Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday said Assam Police stopped 17 alleged illegal infiltrators from entering India during an operatio

    • northeasttoday.in06:19
      17 Illegal Infiltrators Prevented From Entering India, Says Assam CM

      Guwahati, Aug 20: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday said Assam Police intercepted and prevented 17 suspected illegal infiltrators from entering India during the early hours. In a post on social media, Sarma praised the Assam Police for what he described as an alert and proactive operation. “Our doors are open to those

    • sentinelassam.com07:00
      CPI(M) to Hold Statewide Protests on August 21 Over Assam Flood Crisis

      Guwahati: The CPI(M) has announced a statewide protest on August 21, urging the Centre and Assam government to take stronger measures to address the large-scale

    • sentinelassam.com07:25
      Assam Police Donates Rs 5 Crore to Chief Minister’s Relief Fund

      STAFF REPORTERGUWAHATI: Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed gratitude to the Assam Police for contributing Rs 5 crore to the Chief Minister’s Relie

15. Sun, 23 August 2026

    1 report
    • indiatimes.com18:33
      Blockade ends, but fear keeps Assam cab drivers off Meghalaya roads

      Guwahati: Although Assam State Drivers’ Union (ASDU) has called off its agitation, concerns remain among drivers operating between Assam and Meghalaya, with many saying that the issue of their safety has not been resolved.

16. Mon, 24 August 2026

    3 reports
    • indiatimes.com14:46
      ATASU claims delay in flood relief, seeks Rs 10,000-crore package for 2 dists

      Sivasagar: All Tai Ahom Students’ Union (ATASU) staged a rally on Monday, demanding immediate flood relief and a high-level inquiry into the district’s unprecedented flooding.

    • prokerala.com14:55
      Assam Police foil cattle smuggling bid; 36 arrested

      Intensifying their crackdown on cattle smuggling, Assam Police conducted a major operation in the Biswanath district, leading to the rescue of 106 liv....

    • tribuneindia.com20:21edited after publishing
      Chandigarh: Panel clears decks for elevated road on PGI-Sarangpur route

      previouslyPanel clears decks for elevated road on PGI-Sarangpur route

      A congestion-free PGIMER to Sarangpur stretch will soon become a reality as the Appraisal Committee has recommended the construction of an elevated road at Khuda Jassu and Khuda Lahora at an estimated cost of Rs 89.13 crore.

17. Tue, 25 August 2026

    1 report
    • rozanaspokesman.com11:30
      Himachal Slashes Cannabis Licence Fees

      Himachal Pradesh slashes medicinal cannabis licence fees by up to 66%, aiming to become India's first state for legal large-scale bhang cultivation. Check the new rules, fee structure, and farmer requirements.

18. Wed, 26 August 2026

    5 reports
    • DW Top Stories11:03
      India: Assam tea industry faces climate-driven labor crisis

      Plantations in Assam produce more than half of India's tea. But rising heat is hurting yields, workers are increasingly leaving for more stable work, and producers are feeling the squeeze of stagnant tea prices.

    • morungexpress.com16:00
      NBCC calls for Clean Rolls and Inclusive Democracy in Nagaland
    • ianslive.in16:48
      Chhattisgarh: Crop insurance scheme turns out to be boon for Dhamtari farmers

      Raipur, Aug 26 (IANS) Until a decade ago, farmers across the country faced insurmountable challenges during natural disasters, but that changed after the launch of the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) in 2016.

    • indiatimes.com18:08
      ‘A mother struggles to afford a litre of oil’: Stir in Amguri over rising prices of LPG, cooking oil

      Dibrugarh: Members of the Asomiya Yuva Mancha (AYM) and Asomiya Mahila Mancha (AMM) protested in Amguri town of Sivasagar district on Wednesday over the rising prices of essential commodities.

    • indiatimes.com18:11
      No official notice, just men in uniform ask them to leave as 70 flood-hit families still in Sibsagar stn

      Nearly 70 flood-hit families still shelter at Sibsagar Town railway station a month after Assam floods, alleging uniformed staff asked them to leave.

19. Thu, 27 August 2026

    1 report
    • prokerala.com11:05
      Assam: Bodoland Territorial Council observes holiday after demise of deputy speaker

      The Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) observed Thursday as a local holiday across five districts of Assam as a mark of respect following the sudden d....

20. Fri, 28 August 2026

    5 reports
    • sentinelassam.com04:28
      Assam: Debabrata Saikia seeks free admission, fee waiver for flood-hit students

      STAFF REPORTERGUWAHATI: Senior Assam Congress leader and former MLA Debabrata Saikia has urged Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya to direct the Assam government t

    • sentinelassam.com04:42
      DRSC reviews road safety and maintenance measures in Kamrup district

      A CORRESPONDENT AZARA: A meeting of the District Road Safety Committee (DRSC) was held at the Conference Hall of the District Commissioner’s Office, K

    • sentinelassam.com05:35
      Assam: Rani residents extend humanitarian support to flood-affected families in Sivasagar

      OUR CORRESPONDENTSIVASAGAR: In a commendable gesture of humanity and solidarity, residents of the greater Rani area in Kamrup district came forward to exte

    • sentinelassam.com06:01
      Assam: Agri-Entrepreneurs to Benefit from Combined AIF and PMFME Incentives

      Guwahati: Today, the Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has highlighted new financial incentives aimed at supporting agri-entrepreneurs and Farmer Producer Orga

    • sentinelassam.com07:06
      Assam: Aid under Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana distributed in Morigaon

      A CORRESPONDENTMORIGAON: A Samajik Adhikarita Shivir was organised on Thursday at the District Library, Morigaon, to promote the dignity, independence, and

21. Sat, 29 August 2026

    2 reports
    • indiatimes.com17:35
      Himanta pays tribute to soldiers at Assam Regiment Centre

      Guwahati: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma received the Assam Regiment’s highest traditional honour during a Shillong visit on Saturday.

    • indiatimes.com18:21
      Constitute InnerLine Regulation Commission: NSF to Nagaland govt

      NSF urges Nagaland govt to form an autonomous Inner Line Regulation Commission with full powers to enforce BEFR 1873 and strengthen ILR implementation.

22. Tue, 1 September 2026

    1 report
    • indiancooperative.com11:09
      Assam CM unveils Five-Year Roadmap to boost Co-ops

      Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reviewed the state's dairy sector and outlined a five-year roadmap aimed at increasing milk production, strengthening processing infrastructure and expanding the cooperative network. During...

23. Wed, 2 September 2026

    1 report
    • orissapost.com08:47edited after publishing
      Haryana: Rescuers search for two missing soldiers after Army boat capsizes in Yamuna

      Yamunanagar(Haryana): A search and rescue operation was underway to trace two Army soldiers who went missing after their boat capsized in the Yamuna river at the Hathnikund Barrage in Haryana, officials said Wednesday. The incident took place Tuesday evening. Also Read FM Sitharaman invites global CEOs to invest in India 57 minutes ago Two workers […]

24. Thu, 3 September 2026

    1 report
    • webindia123.com03:29
      Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan reviews preparedness of Himalayan states, UTs against risks of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods, snow avalanches
25. Fri, 4 September 2026

    2 reports
    • webindia123.com04:59
      Nagaland govt actively defending interests of border residents: Deputy CM Patton
    • indiatimes.com18:40
      SC notice to state, others on plea against Bhutani project in Sancoale

      Panaji: Supreme Court has issued notice to state govt and others on a petition filed by Goa Bachao Abhiyan (GBA) challenging Bhutani Infra’s project in Sancoale.

26. Sat, 5 September 2026

    4 reports
    • sentinelassam.com04:10
      Karbi Anglong peace accord paved way for growth in Assam: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

      Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday recalled the signing of the Karbi Anglong Peace Accord five years ago, crediting Prime Minister Nar

    • sentinelassam.com05:04
      Assam: Strong public reaction in Nalbari over redefinition of PS jurisdictions

      A CORRESPONDENTNALBARI: Strong reactions have emerged in Nalbari district, as well as in other parts of Assam, following a recent notification issued by th

    • sentinelassam.com05:22
      Rangpur-Sivasagar Ensemble Submitted for UNESCO World Heritage Status

      Guwahati; The Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday, announced that the Rangpur-Sivasagar Ensemble, the former capital of the Ahom dynasty, has been form

    • sentinelassam.com06:30
      Teachers Build the Foundation of a Strong Society

      Guwahati: Today, Himanta Biswa Sarma emphasised the crucial role played by teachers in building a strong society and reaffirmed his government’s commitment to t