Rs 48 lakh Cash, Rs 80 lakh FDs Sseized From Assam ACS Officer Arrested In Bribery Case
After the arrest, the vigilance sleuths raided the flat of the officer in the G-A Block of Queen Garden Apartment in Guwahatis Beltola. Informing that Das owns multiple plots of land across the city, along with a luxury flat and several high-end vehicles, he said that there are also allegations that the land in front of the apartment was also illegally registered in his name
Assam Heritage Shines Globally As PM Modi Gifts States Crafts To World Leaders
Apart from the Joha rice presentation, Modi also gifted an Eri silk stole to the Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, which is also referred to as the peace silk, because of its unique extraction process from open-ended cocoons without harming the moths.
DRI seizes 60,000 kg smuggled foreign-origin areca nuts
NEW DELHI, May 22: The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has seized 60,000 kg of smuggled foreign-origin areca nuts in the north-east region and arrested five persons, the finance ministry said on Friday. Acting on specific intelligence, DRI conducted operations in Mizoram and Assam, which led to these seizures. Initial investigations revealed that foreign-origin dried areca nuts were smuggled into India from Myanmar through the Myanmar-Mizoram border. In one of the operations, DRI was assisted by 38Bn of Assam Rifles. [] The post DRI seizes 60,000 kg smuggled foreign-origin areca nuts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Opposition MLAs Walk Out Over Governor's Address in Assam Assembly
The Opposition alleged that several important public issues, including rising prices, were not adequately addressed in the speech
Assam on Track to Become Power Surplus State, Says Chief Minister Sarma
Guwahati, May 22: Assams Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Friday that the state is steadily progressing towards becoming a power surplus region. This transformation is supported by significant investments aimed at strengthening energy infrastructure and ensuring a reliable power supply. In a post on the social media platform X, CM Sarma revealed that ... Read more Assam on Track to Become Power Surplus State, Says Chief Minister Sarma
Governor outlines new Assam Governments vision amidst Opposition walkout in Assembly
The Congress legislators also displayed placards and raised slogans before staging a walkout
'Had a fruitful meeting with council of ministers,' says PM Modi
New Delhi, May 22: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said he had a fruitful meeting with his council of ministers where they exchanged perspectives and best practices to boost 'Ease of Living' and 'Ease of Doing Business'. Modi said the meeting on Thursday evening also discussed how to further reforms to realise the shared dream of a developed India. Had a fruitful meeting of the Council of Ministers yesterday. We exchanged perspectives and best practices relating to boosting 'Ease of Living, 'Ease of Doing Business' and how to further reforms in order to realise our shared dream of a Viksit Bharat, Modi said in a post on X. The meeting, which lasted for over four hours, was attended by all cabinet ministers, ministers of state (independent charge), and ministers of state. This was the first meeting of the council this year. The prime minister had earlier asserted that his government's Reform Express has delivered systemic transformation and benefited the citizens in a significant way. Sources said the prime minister told his council of ministers to set 2047 as the target year to make India a fully developed nation. He told the ministers that their aim and objective should always be to bring comfort to people's lives and ease of living. Modi said that there should not be any interference in the people's lives in any way, the sources said. The prime minister told the ministers to take all possible steps so that people get maximum benefits from the government welfare programmes, they said. He said this is the time to look forward, not dwell on what was done in the past. Modi noted that while the government has been in power since 2014, the focus in 2026 must be on future goals and achievements. He advised ministers to remain focused on governance and delivery, the sources said. The prime minister stressed that there should be no pendency in government work. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar gave a presentation on the latest visit of Modi to the UAE, the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy. A total of nine secretaries gave presentations on the initiatives and performance of their ministries and departments. Cabinet Secretary T V Somanathan gave a presentation on overall government reform initiatives and other people-centric measures. Niti Aayog member Rajiv Gauba also gave a presentation. The council of ministers meeting comes after the BJP's massive success in the recently held assembly elections in West Bengal and Assam, returning to power in Puducherry again.
Zubeen death case: Gauhati HC to hear Shyamkanu Mahantas Bail plea
Shyamkanu Mahanta's bail plea in Assamese singer Zubeen Garg's death case will be heard by the Gauhati High Court on Friday. This follows a previous hearing where additional affidavits were submitted. Mahanta has been in custody for months, implicated in a case the Assam CM termed a plain and simple murder, despite Singapore police finding no foul play.
Zubeen Garg Case: High Court to Hear Bail Plea of Festival Organizer Today
Guwahati, May 22: The Guwahati High Court is set to hear the bail application of Shyamkanu Mahanta today. He is accused in the case concerning the death of renowned Assamese singer Zubeen Garg. This will be the second hearing of Mahantas bail plea before Justice Mitali Thakurias bench. During the first hearing on May 15, ... Read more Zubeen Garg Case: High Court to Hear Bail Plea of Festival Organizer Today
Assam Government Commits to Protect Biodiversity and End Poaching
Guwahati, May 22: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reaffirmed the state governments commitment to biodiversity conservation, forest protection, and the eradication of illegal hunting on the occasion of International Biodiversity Day. He stated that efforts are ongoing to free the forests from encroachment and to create an Assam where poaching is completely eliminated. In ... Read more Assam Government Commits to Protect Biodiversity and End Poaching
Assam, Odisha, UP and Bihar lead solar wave as rooftop boom outpaces Indias grid readiness
PM Surya Ghar installations cross 31 lakh, but ageing grids, DISCOM delays and transformer stress threaten Indias next rooftop solar growth phase
Take steps for comfort of people's lives, next-gen reforms: PM Modi tells CoM
New Delhi, May 21:Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday told his council of ministers to set their goal on 2047 so that by then with various reform initiatives people's lives become more comfortable. At the meeting of the council of ministers, the prime minister said that maximum stress should be given on the next generation reforms so that all round development could be achieved by the country by 2047 when the India will celebrate the 100 years of Independence. During the meeting, sources said Modi gave broad outline of the reform initiatives through which the country becomes developed by 2047. He repeatedly told the ministers that their aim and objective should always be in bringing comfort to the people's lives and there should be ease of living for people. Modi also said that there should not be any interference in the people's lives in any way, the sources said. The prime minister told the ministers to take all possible steps so that people get maximum benefits from the government welfare programmes. He said this is the time to look forward, not dwell on what has been done in the past. Modi noted that while the government has been in power since 2014, the focus in 2026 must be on future goals and achievements. He advised ministers to remain focused on governance and delivery, the sources said. The prime minister stressed that there should be no pendency in government work. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar gave a presentation on the just concluded foreign visit of Modi during which the prime minister visited five countries -- the UAE, the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy. A total of nine secretaries gave presentations on the initiatives and performance of their respective ministries and departments. A few of them gave presentation on the worked done in the last two years of the Modi government's third term. Cabinet Secretary T V Somanathan also gave a presentation on overall government reform initiatives and other people centric measures. Niti Aayog member Rajiv Gauba also gave a presentation. The meeting was attended by all cabinet ministers, ministers of state (independent charge), and ministers of state. This was the first meeting of the council of ministers held this year. The prime minister had earlier outlined his government's reform priorities for the next decade, asserting that his government's Reform Express has delivered systemic transformation and benefitted common citizens in a significant way. The council of ministers meeting comes after the BJP's massive success in the recently held assembly elections in West Bengal and Assam, besides forming an NDA government in Puducherry again. The prime minister has been holding meetings of the entire council of ministers from time to time to discuss key policy and governance issues.
Ranjeet Dass begins 2ndinnings as Speaker
GUWAHATI, May 21: Four-time BJP MLA Ranjeet Kumar Dass was on Thursday unanimously elected as the Speaker of the 16th Assam Legislative Assembly, becoming the only legislator in the state to assume the chair for the second time. Pro tem Speaker Chandra Mohan Patowary announced that there were three nominations in favour of Dass, and []
Himanta Biswa Sarma, new MLAs take oath for 16thAssembly
GUWAHATI, May 21: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday took oath as an MLA on the first day of the new assembly. Pro-tem Speaker Chandra Mohan Patowary administered the oath to Sarma for the 16th Assam Legislative Assembly. Sarma took his oath in the Assamese language. Patowary said, All the members can take an []
Assam Cracks Down on Cattle Theft and Smuggling with 425 Cases Registered
Guwahati, May 22: Assams Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has taken a firm stance against cattle smuggling and theft in the state. He emphasized that the Assam government is implementing a zero tolerance policy, with law enforcement agencies on high alert in anticipation of upcoming festivals. Since January 2026, a total of 856 individuals have ... Read more Assam Cracks Down on Cattle Theft and Smuggling with 425 Cases Registered
South India, now, needs to be on an extra-active radar of RSS & BJP!
This scenario needs a major strategic planning within the BJP-RSS for the future course of time, so that things move positively in favour of the BJP and the RSS ideology ASHWANI KUMAR CHRUNGOO FRAGRANCE OF IDEAS Consequent upon the declaration of the results of the five state elections in eastern and southern parts of India recently, it has becomecustomary to analyse the overall political scenario of the southern region, especially the two states, namelyTamil Nadu and Kerala. This is particularly so because these two states have given contrasting results as compared to the results of the two eastern states, i.e. Assam and West Bengal. While Assam and West Bengal gave sweeping results in favour of the Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP), the two states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu have a story altogether different from the other two states. The results of the Union Territory of Puducherry have maintained the status quo and need no special mention here in this write-up. The southern states, excepting Karnataka and to some extent Telangana, have a lukewarm history of the BJPs presence. There is no doubt that the RSS started its activity in the southern region well before the partition of the country, but it gained momentum only in the 1960s and 1970s. Yadav Rao Joshi was a prominent senior RSS activist-pracharak who infused new blood in the organisational structure of RSS in the southern states. His headquarters was in Bangalore from the very inception, so Karnataka got an edge so far as the organisational expansion was concerned. On the basis of the strength of the RSS organisation in Karnataka, Joshi planned the expansion of the organisation in other southern states as well. In the 1960s and 1970s, most of the southern states were deeply influenced by the South film industry mania, Dravidian politics, left-oriented ideological leanings and also by the language and regional priorities. Congress had started losing ground in the entire southern region slowly and steadily, and the regional forces and the left parties filled up the vacuum created by the Congresss absenteeism. This kind of situation had deeply impacted the socio-political scenario of the entire southern region. It was in this kind of an adverse atmosphere that RSS, under the stewardship of Joshi, made attempts to extend its arms in the southern states. There is no doubt in the fact that Karnataka proved to be a better fertile ground as compared to the other states in the southern region. Joshi was joined by another senior RSS pracharak, H.V.Sheshadri (who later became the Secretary General of RSS), and they, along with the other scores of pracharaks and dedicated activists, created a great edifice for RSS to grow at a rapid speed in the Karnataka state. The strength gained by RSS helped the Bhartiya Jan Sangh (BJS) initially and later the BJP to take their roots deep down the earth. This created the BJP as a force to be reckoned with in the state of Karnataka in the 1980s and 1990s, and it made the BJP the main political pillar of the state politics eventually. Technically speaking, it was Jagan Nath Rao Joshi, a senior BJS-BJP leader, who planned the BJPs expansion in the southern states with great success. However, this sort of privilege, as in Karnataka, couldnt be achieved or enjoyed by the RSS and BJP in the other states. Due to the immense work done by the thousands of activists of the two organisations in these states and also the sacrifices made by the hundreds of activists, especially in the state of Kerala, the RSS and BJP made moderate inroads in the society therein. Slowly and steadily, both these organisations started to make major inroads in the 1990s, but these inroads couldnt make the BJP the main political force in any state other than Karnataka. Over the years from the 1990s to 2010s, the BJP was able to emerge as a big political force in the states of Telangana, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Pudduchery and Tamil Nadu. In Telangana, the BJP took the position of a major political quarter in the state, and has been able to catch votes to the tune of around 35% in the state. In Kerala also, the party has achieved 10% plus votes consistently for the last twenty years now. Even in the state of Tamil Nadu, the BJP was able to get 11% votes in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. In Andhra Pradesh, it is in a formidable coalition with the TDP and the Janasena Party of Pawan Kalyan and is in a comfortable political position in the given situation. The way the election results came forth in Kerala and Tamil Nadu this time, it should bring all key figures in the BJP and RSS in the southern region to the main round-table to chalk out a plan to make sure that the BJP emerges as a bigger political force in the next round of elections. RSSs role is the master key in this whole arrangement. It can make the socio-cultural ground in these states more fertile by its groundwork so that the ideology and appeal of the BJP is welcome, particularly in two social groups, i.e. youth & women. These should be hence the target areas for both the RSS and the BJP. There is a visible impact of the BJPs immense victory and performances post 2024 Lok Sabha elections on the minds and intellect of the people of the country, in general and the youth in particular. For some years now, the participation of women in the political and electoral processes has increased in a profound manner, thanks to various welfare schemes of the government of India, especially designed for women and the youth. People in general, in the current socio-political scenario, recognise the fact with a welcome note that the BJP is now having power in most of the states of India, besides having it also at the centre. More than 70% of the population and area of the nation comes under
Assam yet to get SIR roadmap as NRC action plan still awaited
Assam's electoral roll revision faces delays. The National Register of Citizens (NRC) remains unresolved, impacting the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) schedule. Officials indicate the NRC data regime will be ready by August. The new government will address the NRC after settling in. The Election Commission will issue a separate order for Assam's SIR, pending citizenship checks completion.
Ranjeet Kumar Dass elected Assam Assembly Speaker unanimously
Ranjeet Kumar Dass has been unanimously elected Speaker of the Assam Legislative Assembly for a second consecutive term. This marks a historic achievement in the state. Meanwhile, the assembly witnessed an unexpected moment when a Trinamool Congress MLA raised a slogan for Mamata Banerjee. The slogan was later expunged from the proceedings.
Ranjeet Dass Elected Assam Assembly Speaker For Rare Second Term
In 2021, Ranjeet Kumar Dass won from the Patacharkuchi constituency and joined the cabinet of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, handling key departments
In a first, Ranjeet K. Dass elected Assam Assembly Speaker for second term
The 126-member House also set a precedent by allowing the MLAs to take the oath in their mother tongues
Assam Assembly Session Begins with Focus on UCC and Inflation
Guwahati, May 21: The Assam Assembly session commenced on Thursday following the formation of the new government. On the first day, elected legislators took their oaths. The temporary speaker of the Assam Assembly, Chandramohan Patwari, administered the oath to Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma as a member of the 16th Assembly. During this session, BJP ... Read more Assam Assembly Session Begins with Focus on UCC and Inflation
Ranjit Kumar Das Elected Speaker: A Proud Moment for BJP Workers, Says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Guwahati, May 21: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated on Thursday that the election of senior BJP leader Ranjit Kumar Das as the Speaker of the Assam Legislative Assembly is a moment of pride for millions of grassroots BJP workers. Speaking in the assembly after Das assumed the Speakers role, CM Sarma reflected on ... Read more Ranjit Kumar Das Elected Speaker: A Proud Moment for BJP Workers, Says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
PM Modi gifts Assams Muga silk and Manipur-inspired stole to Giorgia Meloni
Among the gifts presented to Meloni were a traditional Muga silk stole from Assam and a Shirui Lily-inspired silk stole linked to Manipurs cultural identity
Prime Minister Modi's recent five-nation tour saw him present world leaders with culturally rich Indian gifts. From Assam's golden Muga silk to Manipur's Shirui Lily stoles and Agra's marble inlay boxes, these presents showcased India's diverse traditional crafts, agricultural bounty, and musical heritage, fostering cultural exchange.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma takes oath as MLA on first day of new Assembly
Sarma took the oath in Assamese, becoming one of the first legislators to formally assume office in the newly constituted Assembly following the recent state elections
Rang Ghar: Built in 1746 in the heart of Sivasagar, Rang Ghar is widely recognised as Asias oldest amphitheatre and one of the most fascinating reminders of the Ahom dynastys grandeur. Once used by kings and nobles to watch wrestling matches, bullfights, cultural performances, and traditional games, the 277-year-old structure still stands tall with its distinctive Ahom-style architecture and unusual construction techniques using rice paste, eggs, and Borali fish instead of cement.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma takes oath as MLA in new Assembly
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma took oath as an MLA on the first day of the new assembly. He swore allegiance in the Assamese language. Other MLAs also took their oaths in various recognized languages. The NDA coalition secured a significant victory in the recent assembly polls. The BJP-led alliance won a substantial majority in the 126-member house.
Aromica Tea brews innovation with Assams finest flavours
Assam-based startup Aromica Tea chose innovation over convention. The post Aromica Tea brews innovation with Assams finest flavours appeared first on Fusion - WeRIndia .
ITA flags financial stress in Indias tea sector despite record 280 million kg exports
The sector has also been hit by climate disruptions, including severe rainfall deficits in Assam, alongside declining production and rising imports, particularly from Nepal
Gadkari reviews quality and maintenance work of 4,178 km national highway projects in Assam
NEW DELHI, May 20: Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday reviewed the quality and progress of maintenance work of 4,178 kms of National Highway projects in Assam during a high-level meeting, according to an official statement. The review followed inputs received through the media and social media. The statement said Gadkari emphasised the need to accelerate on-ground execution, strengthen quality monitoring mechanisms, and adopt modern construction practices to enhance asset durability and riding quality. He also [] The post Gadkari reviews quality and maintenance work of 4,178 km national highway projects in Assam appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
AASU to protest against price rise of essential items
GUWAHATI, May 20: All Assam Students Union (AASU) president Utpal Sarma on Wednesday said it will launch a state-wide protest against price rise from May 22 onwards. In a Facebook post, Sarma said the price rise of essential commodities has affected people hard across the state. The market is on fire, and the people are []
Amrit Bharat Express Trains Achieve Remarkable Success in Northeast India
Guwahati, May 21: The ambitious Amrit Bharat Express trains by Indian Railways are emerging as a significant success story in Northeast India. Launched under the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR), these trains have garnered tremendous support from passengers across various stations in Assam and West Bengal. According to railway officials, the popularity of these trains is ... Read more Amrit Bharat Express Trains Achieve Remarkable Success in Northeast India
Assam cabinet approves notification and implementation of Assam State Data Policy (ASDP) 2026
The Assam cabinet has approved the Assam State Data Policy 2026. This new policy replaces the 2022 version. A Centre for Data Management will be established. This agency will create a unified data repository for analytics and AI. Departments will systematically share data. This aims to drive innovation for departments and citizens.
World Diversity Day: Many Voices, One Humanity
Cultural diversity is not a destination humanity has reached. It is a work perpetually in progress and perpetually at risk MIR ALTAF A World of Staggering Plurality On World Cultural Diversity Day, the most important cultural monument should neither be a building nor a manuscript. It should be an old woman in a remote village who knows something no one else does: a song, a dyeing technique, a way of reading the monsoon sky, a word for a feeling that no other language has ever named. Because when she is gone, that knowledge does not retire into an archive. It disappears from the world entirely, as completely as though it had never existed. This is what is truly at stake on May 21, when the world observes the Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development, proclaimed by the United Nations in 2002 following the adoption of UNESCOs Universal Declaration on Cultural Diversity. It is not merely a commemorative occasion. It is a standing invitation to humanity to recognise that our differences are not fault lines to be feared, but fertile ground from which understanding, creativity, and enduring peace can grow. In 2026, the invitation carries a new weight. The world is changing fast and not always in ways that are kind to difference. The real question for our time is not whether cultures will meet. They will, every day, everywhere. The question is whether those meetings will leave both sides richer or diminished. 7,000+ Languages spoken worldwide 370M+ Indigenous peoples globally ~50% Of world languages at risk $2.25T Cultural industries globally Across six continents, cultural diversity manifests in astonishing forms, like in the oral traditions of West African griots, the architectural philosophy of Japanese ma (negative space), the communal cosmology of Andean Pachamama worship, and the stoic civic ethos of Scandinavian societies. Each represents not simply a different way of doing things, but a fundamentally different way of understanding what it means to be human. UNESCOs 2005 Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions remains the foundational legal instrument in this field, recognising cultural goods and services as bearers of identity and values rather than mere commercial commodities. Yet the gap between legal recognition and lived reality yawns wide. Languages disappear at the rate of roughly one every two weeks. A child growing up today in rural Bolivia or the forests of Odisha is simultaneously more connected to global culture than any previous generation, and more at risk of losing their own. Cultural diversity is as necessary for humankind as biodiversity is for nature. UNESCO Universal Declaration on Cultural Diversity, 2001 The Republic That Is a Civilisation To speak of cultural diversity in an Indian context is to speak in superlatives that nonetheless fall short of the reality. India is not merely a diverse country; it is a civilisation that has functioned, across millennia, as a living laboratory of cultural coexistence. With 22 officially recognised languages and over 1,600 mother tongues documented in the census, eight major religions, dozens of distinct classical art forms, and a culinary geography that transforms every hundred kilometres, Indias diversity is not incidental to its identity. It is its identity. 1,600+ Mother tongues documented 705 Scheduled tribal communities 16 UNESCO ICH elements inscribed 43 World Heritage Sites The philosophical underpinning of Indias approach to diversity is perhaps best captured in the ancient concept of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam the world is one family. This is not a passive tolerance of difference but an active embrace of it, rooted in the understanding that plurality is not a problem to be managed but a wisdom to be drawn upon. The Vedic tradition of debating opposing philosophical systems side by side, the Sufi dargahs that welcomed devotees of all faiths, the syncretic folk music that blended Hindu and Islamic devotional vocabularies, these were not accidents of geography but the fruits of a deliberate cultural philosophy. Modern India carries this inheritance forward imperfectly but persistently. The constitutional protections for linguistic and cultural minorities under Articles 29 and 30 are among the most robust frameworks for minority cultural rights in the world. The Sangeet Natak Akademi, Sahitya Akademi, and Lalit Kala Akademi have, for seven decades, worked to document, sustain, and celebrate art forms from every corner of the subcontinent. On this World Diversity Day, Indias challenge and its opportunity is to translate constitutional aspiration into living practice. That means not merely preserving heritage in museums and festivals, but ensuring that the communities who are the living custodians of that heritage have the economic security and institutional support to continue creating, not just surviving. Indias Northeast offers perhaps the most concentrated illustration of this challenge and potential. The eight sister states together are home to over 200 distinct ethnic groups and also over 200 languages and dialects. Manipuri dance and Mizo choral traditions, the textile arts of the Nagas and the boat festivals of Assam, this region is not a peripheral curiosity but a cultural heartland. The recent granting of Classical Language status to additional Indian languages is a step in the right direction; what is needed now is the sustained, granular work of documentation, transmission, and economic empowerment of cultural practitioners. The Valley Where Cultures Embraced: Kashmir Focus Kashmir occupies a singular place in the cartography of world culture. Positioned at the crossroads of South Asia, Central Asia, and the Silk Road, the valley absorbed and synthesised influences from Persian, Mughal, Buddhist, Shaivite, and Central Asian traditions across fifteen centuries of cultural exchange. The result is a remarkably original culture with its own aesthetic language, philosophical tradition, and social fabric. The tradition of Kashmiriyat, the composite cultural identity of the valley, transcending religious lines, represents one of the most instructive examples of cultural coexistence in South Asian history. Shared shrines, syncretic devotional poetry in the tradition of Lal Ded and Sheikh Nooruddin Noorani, these were the lived texture of Kashmiri pluralism. The Kashmiri handicraft sector, comprising Pashmina weaving, Kani shawls, papier-mch, walnut
Assam Chief Minister Criticizes Political Exploitation of Zubeen Gargs Legacy
Guwahati, May 20: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed concern on Wednesday over the political exploitation of renowned singer Zubeen Gargs legacy, stating that it has hurt the sentiments of the public. He emphasized that the people wish for the celebrated artist to remain above political affiliations. Speaking to reporters at the memorial site ... Read more Assam Chief Minister Criticizes Political Exploitation of Zubeen Gargs Legacy
Assams NDA Government Receives Strong Mandate, Minister Atul Bora Says
Guwahati, May 20: Assam Minister and Assam Gana Parishad (AGP) President Atul Bora stated on Wednesday that the substantial mandate received by the NDA alliance in the recent assembly elections reflects the publics trust in the development initiatives launched by the BJP-led coalition government in the state. Speaking to reporters before the inaugural session of ... Read more Assams NDA Government Receives Strong Mandate, Minister Atul Bora Says
Using Zubeen Garg's death during polls backfired on Cong-led oppn: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma asserted that opposition parties' attempts to politicize the death of singer Zubeen Garg proved unsuccessful in the recent assembly elections. He noted that the public disapproved of using Garg's name for political gain. Sarma visited the Zubeen Khetra memorial site to review development work. The BJP-led NDA secured a significant victory in the polls.
Assam Congress MLA Nurul Huda Opposes Interference in Religious Practices by Proposed UCC
Guwahati, May 20: Assam Congress MLA Nurul Huda criticized the BJP government on Wednesday regarding the proposed Uniform Civil Code (UCC). He stated that the party will oppose any law that interferes with the traditions, customs, and beliefs of any religion. In a conversation with reporters, Huda mentioned that the Congress legislative party will soon ... Read more Assam Congress MLA Nurul Huda Opposes Interference in Religious Practices by Proposed UCC
Assam BJP MLA Calls for Reduction in VIP Convoys and Security Expenses
Guwahati, May 20: BJP MLA Mrinal Saikia from the Khumtai constituency in Assam has called for a significant reduction in the culture of VIP convoys and excessive security arrangements for ministers. He stated that such practices inconvenience the public and lead to unnecessary expenses. Speaking to reporters about the need for budget cuts, Saikia emphasized ... Read more Assam BJP MLA Calls for Reduction in VIP Convoys and Security Expenses
Assam Government Secures Land for Future Projects: CM Sarma
Guwahati, May 20: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Wednesday that the state government is conducting a comprehensive survey of available government land in and around Guwahati to secure it for future development projects, educational institutions, and industrial infrastructure. During a visit to the Jagiroad assembly constituency, the Chief Minister informed reporters that ... Read more Assam Government Secures Land for Future Projects: CM Sarma
Assam Government Secures Land for Future Development Projects: CM Sarma
Guwahati, May 20: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Wednesday that the state government is conducting a comprehensive survey of government land available in and around Guwahati. The aim is to secure this land for future development projects, educational institutions, and industrial infrastructure. During a visit to the Jagiroad assembly constituency, the Chief ... Read more Assam Government Secures Land for Future Development Projects: CM Sarma
Assam Prepares to Introduce UCC Bill in Upcoming Assembly Session
Guwahati, May 20: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Wednesday that the state government is preparing to present the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in the upcoming assembly session. He also indicated that a cabinet expansion is likely to occur in the first week of June. During a media interaction, Chief Minister Sarma ... Read more Assam Prepares to Introduce UCC Bill in Upcoming Assembly Session
Assam govt aims 20% cut in fuel cost, 10% down in revenue expense as part of austerity measures
Assam government has announced austerity measures to boost fiscal prudence. Fuel expenditure will be cut by 20 per cent. Minister and official convoy sizes will be reduced. Foreign travel for ministers and officials is deferred for six months. Vehicle purchases are banned for six months. Government offices will conduct energy audits.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma visited Zubeen Garg's cremation site, asserting the Congress-led opposition paid for politicizing the musician's death during polls. He emphasized Garg as an emotion, not a political tool, and reviewed development work at 'Zubeen Khetra' as a tribute to the beloved artist. The opposition had criticized the government over alleged delays in justice for Garg.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurates state-of-the-art Assam Cricket Museum at ACA Stadium
Assam Police summons Congress leader Randeep Surjewala over cases filed by CM Himanta Sarma's wife
Assam Police have summoned senior Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala for questioning on May 23 in connection with cases filed by Assam CM's wife. The summons follows allegations made by Congress leader Pawan Khera regarding multiple passports and undisclosed properties. Khera, who has been granted anticipatory bail by the Supreme Court, has been cooperating with the investigation.
Survey for Morigaon satellite township project cancelled
MORIGAON, May 19: Following protests by tribals, the Assam government has shelved an ongoing survey work to develop a satellite township near the Tata semiconductor project in Morigaon district of the state, said an official order. The Tiwa and Bodo community people have been protesting for the last three days against the proposed township comprising []
Tuliram Ronghang slams Opp for spreading misinformation on UCC
HT Bureau DIPHU, May 19: Tuliram Ronghang on Tuesday said the proposed Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Assam would not affect the Sixth Schedule districts of Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong. Ronghang made the remarks while addressing the BJPs Vijay Utsav programme at Taralangso for the Diphu Legislative Assembly Constituency, where BJP candidate Niso []
Two girls rescued from Delhi-bound train in Bongaigaon district
DIPHU, May 19: Two girls were rescued from a Delhi-bound train in Assams Bongaigaon district, and three suspected traffickers were arrested, police said on Tuesday. The girls, both residents of Diphu, were brought back along with the arrested trio on Monday night, they said. The girls students of classes 10 and 12 at a []
Assam Transport Minister urges people to reduce private vehicle use amid rising fuel prices
Staff Reporter Guwahati, May 19: Assam Transport Minister Charam Boro on Tuesday appealed to people to reduce the use of private vehicles and rely more on public transport in view of the rising prices of petrol and diesel. Speaking to reporters shortly after assuming charge of the department, Charan Boro said the government is reviewing []
Assam Government to Penalize Officials for Pension Delays
Guwahati, May 20: The Assam government has announced a strict new policy regarding the timely distribution of pensions to retired employees. Under this new system, officials responsible for delays or negligence in pension disbursement will face penalties. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma shared this information on social media platform X on Tuesday. He emphasized that ... Read more Assam Government to Penalize Officials for Pension Delays
Mlaya govt pins Lapangap unease on frequent Assam U-turns
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 19: The Meghalaya government on Tuesday acknowledged growing difficulties in negotiations over the sensitive Lapangap border dispute, alleging that the authorities in Assams West Karbi Anglong district have repeatedly backtracked on verbal understandings reached during the talks, complicating efforts to maintain peace and resolve the issue. Cabinet Minister and MDA-II []
ED Files Complaint in Assam Rural Development Bank Scam Under PMLA
Guwahati, May 20: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a prosecution complaint under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) against two individuals, including a former branch head of the Assam Rural Development Bank, in connection with an alleged bank scam involving 7.28 crore. Officials reported that the complaint was submitted to a special PMLA ... Read more ED Files Complaint in Assam Rural Development Bank Scam Under PMLA
Over 2,000 trucks are stranded in Manipur as an economic blockade enters its fifth day. The blockade stems from a hostage crisis following an ambush. Truckers face shortages. Assam Rifles, unions, and locals are providing aid. Church leaders met with community groups to discuss de-escalating tensions and appealed for the hostages' release.
Assam Achieves 65% Urban Waste Disposal Milestone
Guwahati, May 19: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Tuesday that effective urban waste management is one of the significant yet less discussed achievements of his government. He claimed that under the Swachh Bharat Mission, the state has completed 65% of waste disposal work in urban areas. In a post on the social ... Read more Assam Achieves 65% Urban Waste Disposal Milestone
Assam Achieves 65% Urban Waste Disposal, Claims Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma
Guwahati, May 19: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Tuesday that effective urban waste management is one of the significant yet under-discussed achievements of his government. He stated that under the Swachh Bharat Mission, the state has completed 65% of waste disposal in urban areas. In a post on the social media platform ... Read more Assam Achieves 65% Urban Waste Disposal, Claims Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma
Three Bangladeshi Nationals Arrested in Southern Assam
Guwahati, May 19: Police in Assams Cachar district have arrested three Bangladeshi nationals, including a woman, for allegedly entering India illegally. Authorities reported that the arrests occurred during a routine inspection by officers from the Gumra police outpost under the Katigorah police station. The arrested individuals have been identified as Mohammad Awal, Reena Akhtar, and ... Read more Three Bangladeshi Nationals Arrested in Southern Assam
Atul Bora Assigned Additional Charge of Parliamentary Affairs in Assam
Guwahati, May 19: In a significant move ahead of the newly formed Assam Assemblys first session, Minister Atul Bora has been given the additional responsibility of the Parliamentary Affairs Department. An official confirmed that this decision was made on the advice of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, with the approval of Assam Governor Laxman Prasad ... Read more Atul Bora Assigned Additional Charge of Parliamentary Affairs in Assam
PepsiCo to invest Rs 5,700 crore in India by 2030
PepsiCo plans a significant Rs 5,700 crore investment in India by 2030. This expansion will boost manufacturing capacity through new and existing projects. The focus will be on the snacks business, with new facilities in Madhya Pradesh, Assam, and Tamil Nadu. This investment highlights India's strong growth potential for packaged foods and beverages.
Atul Bora gets additional charge of Parliamentary Affairs in Assam
Guwahati, May 19: Assam Minister Atul Bora has been given charge of the Parliamentary Affairs Department as an interim arrangement ahead of the first session of the newly constituted Assam Legislative Assembly, officials said on Tuesday. The official stated that Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya, on the advice of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, had []
Union Minister Patil Reviews Irrigation Projects in Assam
New Delhi, May 19: Union Minister for Water Resources C.R. Patil reviewed the expanded role of externally funded projects on Tuesday. The projects assessed included sustainable irrigation development in Assam, the economic impacts of the Brahmaputra Rivers waterway changes, and studies on water management practices in Northeast India. Speaking at the sixth meeting of the ... Read more Union Minister Patil Reviews Irrigation Projects in Assam
Assam Crime Branch Summons Randeep Surjewala In CM Wife's Passport Row
He was interrogated for nearly eight hours by the crime branch in Guwahati, after which Mr Surjewalas name reportedly emerged during the course of the inquiry, prompting investigators to issue fresh summons
Assam austerity drive: Inter-district movement of CAPF/Assam Police to be restricted
Assam government is implementing austerity measures to combat the global energy crisis. New vehicle purchases have been banned for six months. Official travel, both domestic and foreign, will be deferred. Convoy sizes will be reduced.
Does This Video Show a Bangladeshi Thief Stuck in a Window in Assam? No!
The incident, which took place on 10 May, is from Bangladesh's Cumilla and not Assam.
PepsiCo India to invest Rs 5,700 crore by 2030 on capacity expansion
PepsiCo plans a significant investment of up to Rs 5,700 crore in India by 2030. This funding will primarily enhance the manufacturing capabilities of its food business. New facilities are planned in Madhya Pradesh, Assam, and Tamil Nadu. The company sees strong growth potential in India due to rising incomes and a stable economic environment.
Old Video From Assam Shared as One of Muslims Joining BJP in West Bengal
The video dates back to March 2026 and originates from Assam.
India Faces Least Burden Amid Global Crisis, Shah Nawaz Hussain Highlights Government Achievements
New Delhi, May 19: BJP spokesperson Shah Nawaz Hussain addressed several pressing issues, including rising fuel prices, claims of a Naxal-free India, and the summons issued to Congress leader Randeep Surjewala by Assam police. He defended the governments stance on these matters. Regarding the increase in fuel prices, Hussain emphasized that the world is currently ... Read more India Faces Least Burden Amid Global Crisis, Shah Nawaz Hussain Highlights Government Achievements
Survey for township near Tata semiconductor plant shelved in Assam
The Morigaon district administration issued an order cancelling the project following protests from the Tiwa and Bodo communities
India Faces Least Burden Amid Global Crisis: Shah Nawaz Hussain
New Delhi, May 19: BJP spokesperson Shah Nawaz Hussain addressed various issues including the rise in petrol and diesel prices, claims of a Naxal-free India, the Assam police summons to Congress leader Randeep Surjewala, and incidents of stone-pelting in West Bengal. Regarding the increase in fuel prices, he stated that the entire world is currently ... Read more India Faces Least Burden Amid Global Crisis: Shah Nawaz Hussain
Assam police summon Congress leader Randeep Surjewala in passport allegations ca
After appearing before investigators, Pawan Khera said he had fully cooperated with the investigation and confirmed that he had been asked to appear again on May 25
Deep Cultural Ties Between Assam and Manipur Highlighted by CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Guwahati, May 19: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma emphasized the profound cultural and spiritual connections between Assam and Manipur on Tuesday. He stated that the Vaishnav traditions of these two northeastern states continuously strengthen the regions shared civilizational heritage. Posting a video from the revered birthplace of the medieval saint-reformer Srimanta Sankardev at the ... Read more Deep Cultural Ties Between Assam and Manipur Highlighted by CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Adequate availability of petrol, diesel across Assam: Indian Oil
Assam's fuel supply remains stable. IndianOil, BPCL, and HPCL confirm adequate stocks of Petrol, Diesel, and LPG. The entire supply chain operates smoothly. LPG for domestic use is prioritised. Consumers are urged to avoid panic buying and rely on official updates. The Oil Industry ensures seamless fuel availability across the region.
Randeep Singh Surjewala Summoned by Crime Branch in Passport Controversy
Guwahati, May 19: Congress leader and AICC General Secretary Randeep Singh Surjewala has been summoned to appear before the Crime Branch on May 23. This summons is linked to an alleged passport controversy involving Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarmas wife, Riniki Bhuyan Sarma, as confirmed by Assam police. Sources indicate that during an inquiry, ... Read more Randeep Singh Surjewala Summoned by Crime Branch in Passport Controversy
Himanta's wife passport row: Congress MP Randeep Surjewala summoned by Assam police on Saturday
In a notable escalation, Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala has received a summons to report to Guwahati on May 23 as part of the Assam crime branch's investigation into a controversial passport matter involving Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarmas wife. This comes after Pawan Khera faced scrutiny related to her passport and citizenship claims.
I League 3 Playoff KLASA beat Chhaygaon FC 3 1, FC Raengdai held to 1 1 draw
Keinou Library Sports Association KLASA , Keinou registered a 3 1 win over Chhaygaon FC as FC Raengdai were held to a 1 1 draw by Sunrise Club Orissa and Tiddim Road Athletic Union TRAU fell 0 1 to Baghpat FC in today's playoff matches of the I League 3 at SAI Stadium and Khuman Lampak Main Stadium In the morning fixture staged at Khuman Lampak Main Stadium, Sharangthem Rajdan scored a brace to earn KLASA a 3 1 win over the Assam team Rajdan opened the scoring in the 39th minute before completing his brace in the 42nd minute to give KLASA a 2 0 first half lead Midul Doley pulled back a goal for Chhaygaon FC in the 83rd minute, but Ngariyanbam Jenish Singh scored one minute into stoppage time to restore KLASA's two goal advantage and seal the 3 1 victory It was the first win for KLASA in two matches, having played out a goalless draw with Baghpat FC in the previous match In the afternoon fixture at the same venue, FC Raengdai who beat Chhaygaon FC 4 2 in their playoff opener took an early lead through Shoraisham Sagar in the fifth minute However, Faslurahman Methukayil equalised for Sunrise Club Odisha in the 21st minute Both sides searched for a winner in the remainder of the game but to no avail, eventually sharing a point apiece Elsewhere at SAI Stadium, TRAU who played out a 0 0 draw with Sunrise Club Orissa, suffered a narrow 0 1 loss to the visiting Baghpat FC The lone goal that settled the game was scored by Oinam Malemnganba Meitei in the 70th minute Source The Sangai Express
Supply of petrol, diesel, LPG normal in Assam: Oil Ministry
GUWAHATI, May 18: Supplies of all types of petroleum products, including petrol, diesel and LPG, are fully normal across Assam, the Oil Ministry said on Monday. It requested the public to continue with normal consumption patterns and refrain from panic buying. The state-level coordinator for the oil industry in Assam-cum-executive director and state head of []
Tension duringAssam-Meghalaya border meet
HT Correspondent KHERONI, May 18: A high-level bilateral meeting involving police and civil administration officials of West Karbi Anglong district in Assam and West Jaintia Hills district in Meghalaya witnessed tense scenes on Sunday after objections were raised over the participation of civilians in the closed-door discussions on the inter-state border dispute. The meeting was []
Assam to play key role in Indias manufacturing push under BHAVYA initiative: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Staff Reporter GUWAHATI, May 18: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday said that manufacturing would be the key to achieving the goal of a Viksit Bharat and asserted that Assam is poised to play an important role in the countrys industrial growth story. Sharing details of the Centres industrial expansion plans, the Chief Minister []
Assam bags 500 crore Central incentive for mining reforms: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Staff Reporter GUWAHATI, May 18: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday said the state has emerged as a major destination for mining and mineral-based investments after undertaking wide-ranging reforms in the sector, adding that the Centre has rewarded Assam with a 500 crore incentive for its achievements. In a post on X, Sarma said []
Assam CM warns against unfair price rise, orders strict market monitoring
Staff Reporter GUWAHATI, May 18: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday said the state government is closely monitoring market prices and will not allow any unfair increase in the cost of essential commodities, directing officials across districts to take stringent action against violators. In a post on X, Sarma said the government and administration []
Debabrata Saikia rejects BJP switch rumours, calls it political conspiracy
Staff Reporter GUWAHATI, May 18: Former Leader of Opposition in the Assam Assembly, Debabrata Saikia, on Monday dismissed rumours of joining the BJP and contesting the upcoming by-election from the Nagaon Lok Sabha constituency, terming them completely baseless and part of a deep conspiracy. Addressing reporters, the senior Congress leader asserted that he remains firmly []
Efforts on to resolve boundary issue: Hek
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 18: Senior BJP leader and MLA AL Hek on Monday said the Assam-Meghalaya interstate boundary dispute is being addressed through sustained negotiations between the two state governments, even as he said that the India-Bangladesh border fencing is the need of the hour considering growing security concerns. At a time when []
Three Bangladeshi Nationals Arrested at Pune Airport While Attempting to Flee to Guwahati
Pune, May 18: Pune police have apprehended two Bangladeshi women and a minor in a significant operation. They were attempting to escape to Guwahati, Assam. The arrests took place at Pune Airport as part of an ongoing campaign against illegal immigrants residing in the city. Acting on specific intelligence, teams from Khadak police station, Vimannagar ... Read more Three Bangladeshi Nationals Arrested at Pune Airport While Attempting to Flee to Guwahati
AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal seeks early oath date for his MLA swearing-in ceremony ahead of Hajj
AIUDF President Badruddin Ajmal has requested the Assam Assembly Speaker for a convenient date to take his oath as an MLA. He is scheduled to depart for Hajj pilgrimage on May 21, the same day the assembly session begins. His party, AIUDF, has announced its opposition to the Uniform Civil Code bill.
Assam reviews monitoring mechanism amid concerns over rising prices
Guwahati, May 18: Amid concerns over rising prices of essential commodities in the state, the Assam government on Monday reviewed the price monitoring mechanism and announced stringent measures aimed at maintaining market stability. Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reviewed the price monitoring mechanism for essential commodities and directed officials to take strict steps to []
Adequate availability of petrol & diesel across the state of Assam: IOCL
Fuel supplies in Assam are stable. IndianOil, BPCL, and HPCL confirm adequate stocks of Petrol, Diesel, and LPG. The entire supply chain operates efficiently. Domestic LPG consumers are prioritized. The Oil Industry coordinates logistics and stock movement. Consumers can continue normal consumption. Panic buying is unnecessary.
Assam chief secy, World Bank reviews projects worth Rs 16,648 crore
Assam's Chief Secretary Ravi Kota met with World Bank officials to review ongoing projects. These projects, valued at Rs 16,648 crore, cover key sectors like transport, health, and education. Discussions focused on future collaboration and strengthening infrastructure. The World Bank reaffirmed its support for Assam's development goals.
Assams Key Role in Indias Manufacturing Mission, Says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Guwahati, May 18: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated on Monday that the manufacturing sector will play a significant role in achieving the goal of a Developed India. He emphasized that Assam is poised to make a vital contribution to the countrys industrial development journey. The Chief Minister shared insights about the industrial sites ... Read more Assams Key Role in Indias Manufacturing Mission, Says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Out To Buy Biscuits, 7-Year-Old Girl Raped By Shop Owner, 70, In Assam
The family members of the girl and the Namrup Aanchalik Gorkha Students Union alleged that Rahman, taking full advantage of the minor's innocence, dragged her inside his home and committed the heinous crime.
Assamese flick Aakuti to have world premiere
GUWAHATI, May 17: Aakuti (Longing), an Assamese feature film on the emotional journey of an eight-year-old girl haunted by her mothers loss, has been chosen at the New York Indian Film Festival, where the movie will have its World Premiere, the filmmaker said on Sunday. The film marks the directorial debut feature of Snigdha P []
