Assam SIT investigation
Assam Pushes for Fast-Track Trial in Zubeen Garg Case as Police Team Prepares for Singapore Investigation
Oct 17, 2025 02:32 am CST
The Assam government has requested a fast-track court trial for the Zubeen Garg death case, with plans to file a chargesheet by November. A special police team will meet with Singapore authorities on October 21 as part of the ongoing investigation into the cultural icon's death, while a memorial committee has been formed to honor his legacy.
India Invokes Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty with Singapore to Investigate Assam Singer Zubeen Garg's Death
Sep 30, 2025 09:00 pm CST
The Assam government has initiated a formal investigation into the drowning death of renowned singer Zubeen Garg in Singapore, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announcing that India has invoked the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty with Singapore to facilitate the investigation. A 10-member Special Investigation Team has been formed, while over 60 FIRs have been filed in connection with the tragic incident that occurred during a yacht trip prior to Garg's scheduled performance at the North East India Festival.
Assam Police SIT Raids Properties Connected to Zubeen Garg's Singapore Event Organizers Following Singer's Death
Sep 25, 2025 08:39 pm CST
The Assam Police's Special Investigation Team has conducted raids on three properties in Guwahati, including those of event organizer Shyamkanu Mahanta, following the unexpected death of beloved Assamese singer Zubeen Garg in Singapore. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has assured a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the cultural icon's drowning, with the possibility of transferring the case to the CBI if results are unsatisfactory.