UCC to ensure security for Muslim women: Assam CM
Echoing AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi, Congress MLAs say the proposed law cannot be uniform if tribal people are excluded
Assam CM Welcomes Appeal to Avoid Cow Sacrifice During Eid
Guwahati, May 27: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma welcomed the appeal to refrain from cow sacrifice during Eid, made by several Eidgah committees and members of the Muslim community. The Chief Minister stated that this initiative would strengthen cultural harmony and social unity in Assam. On social media platform X, the Chief Minister noted ... Read more Assam CM Welcomes Appeal to Avoid Cow Sacrifice During Eid
Assam UCC A Backdoor Imposition Of Hindu Law : Asad
Owaisi stated that in Islam, no one could exclude an heir from inheritance nor one can write a will to give their whole property to one son or deny their daughter inheritance.
Pala raps govt over Lapangap row, failed scientific mining
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 26: Meghalaya Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) president Vincent H Pala on Tuesday criticised the state governments handling of the interstate border dispute with Assam, particularly in the Lapangap area of West Jaintia Hills, and called the governments scientific mining policy a failure. Speaking to reporters, Pala alleged the government has []
Amul bets on Bengal, Assam with 800cr push
Assam Congress Appoints New Leadership: Wajed Ali Chowdhury Takes Charge as CLP Leader
New Delhi, May 26: The Congress party has announced new leadership for the Congress Legislative Party (CLP) in the Assam Assembly. According to a press release issued by party General Secretary K.C. Venugopal, the party president has approved these appointments with immediate effect. Senior leader Wajed Ali Chowdhury has been appointed as the leader of ... Read more Assam Congress Appoints New Leadership: Wajed Ali Chowdhury Takes Charge as CLP Leader
One dead, two hurt in Assam police encounters
A man accused in an April 24 armed robbery in Nagaon district was killed, while two ULFA-linked extortion operators in Sivasagar district received gunshot wounds
Celebrating 12 Years of PM Modis Leadership: A Golden Era of Development
New Delhi, May 26: Prime Minister Narendra Modis tenure has reached a significant milestone of 12 years. Across the nation, BJP leaders and ministers have highlighted his achievements, calling this period a golden era of development, global respect, and a self-reliant India. Leaders from Uttar Pradesh to Assam praised PM Modis leadership, asserting that under ... Read more Celebrating 12 Years of PM Modis Leadership: A Golden Era of Development
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Suvendu Adhikari's government in West Bengal has set up detention centres in the districts of Malda and Murshidabad to temporarily hold illegal immigrants before deportation. Both Malda and Murshidabad border Bangladesh and have significant Muslim population. On Monday, nine people were detained in Malda and two in Murshidabad. This is not a new law. This is the existing foreigners act. These people should go. It is their responsibility to take in Bangladeshi nationals, said Chief Minister Adhikari on Tuesday. They are Bangladeshis, they should be taken in, but we told the police there is no need to send them to jail. They will get food, medicine, clothes. They are opportunists. Go away quickly else the government will do what it has to, added Adhikari in line with his detect, delete, deport diktat. The chief minister was referring to the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 1946, and its amended 2025 version, along with the Union Home Ministrys May 2025 directive. The directive called for the formation of a Special Task Force (STF) to identify and deport illegal immigrants, particularly Rohingyas and Bangladeshi nationals. The BJP had promised to implement these measures in its election manifesto ahead of the recently concluded Assembly elections, accusing the previous Trinamool Congress (TMC) government of failing to enforce the directive. In its first Cabinet meeting, the new state government also committed to providing land to the Border Security Force (BSF) within 45 days for fencing along the Indo-Bangladesh border. On May 20, the state handed over 27 kilometres of land for fencing work. In addition, 43 acres of purchased land across various districts, along with 31.9 acres of vested land, were transferred to the BSF. Union Home Minister Amit Shah is expected to visit border areas in West Bengal in June, along with three other states, to review border security arrangements. The chief minister had earlier directed all 23 district magistrates (DMs) to establish detention centres to house suspected illegal immigrants, including Bangladeshis and Rohingyas, until deportation. Unlike Assam, where suspected foreigners are produced before Foreigners Tribunals, detainees in West Bengal will reportedly not be presented in court. This has raised concerns about the possibility of Indian citizens being wrongly identified and deported as Bangladeshi nationals. One such case involved Sunali Khatoon, a 25-year-old resident of Birbhum district who worked as a ragpicker in Delhi. In June 2025, she was deported to Bangladesh along with her husband, Danish Sheikh, and their eight-year-old son after authorities suspected them of being Bangladeshi nationals. Sunali was pregnant at the time. The TMC criticised the Centre over the incident, and the matter eventually reached the Supreme Court. The court directed the Union government to bring Sunali back to India on humanitarian grounds after it was established that she was an Indian citizen. She later gave birth in January. What are these holding centres? In 2019, the Ministry of Home Affairs said it had prepared a Model Detention Centre/Holding Centre/Camp Manual, which was circulated to all states and Union Territories. According to the guidelines, detention centres must provide facilities necessary to maintain a standard of living in consonance with human dignity. These include electricity, drinking water, hygiene facilities, accommodation with beds, sufficient toilets with running water, communication facilities, and kitchen provisions. The guidelines also mandate medical facilities and special care for women, nursing mothers, and children.
Arunachal CM Khandu expresses concern over alleged custodial torture of anti-drug activist in Assam
Gumin Mize, president of the Arunachal Anti-Drug Warriors (APADW), was arrested by Assam Police from Itanagar on May 20 in connection with a case registered in Assams Lakhimpur district
Assam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is pushing for a Uniform Civil Code, stating it will empower minority women and promote equality. He also highlighted the NDA's recent electoral success as a mandate for his development agenda. The Chief Minister also addressed concerns about rising global oil prices and their impact on India's economy.
Bangladeshi Man Surrenders In Assam Court, Probe Launched Into Illegal Entry
A Bangladeshi citizen voluntarily surrendering before a court in Sribhumi has triggered widespread attention, prompting authorities to launch an investigation into his illegal entry into India.
Bhutan PMs Assam visit holds strategic importance for India, Tobgay-Himanta discuss Northeast plan
Sarma Calls for Restraint on Cow Slaughter, Says Assam on Track for 10 Lakh Crore Economy
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma appeals to refrain from cow slaughter, says no scripture mandates cow sacrifice, reaffirms commitment to make Assam Rs10 lakh crore economy by 2028
Inside the proposed Assam Uniform Civil Code 2026
The proposed Assam Uniform Civil Code (UCC) 2026 Bill, introduced by the BJP-led government under Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, seeks to establish a common civil legal framework for all residents of Assam, irrespective of religion, while exempting Scheduled Tribes from its ambit. The Bill aims to replace religion-based personal laws governing marriage, divorce, inheritance, Continue reading Inside the proposed Assam Uniform Civil Code 2026 The post Inside the proposed Assam Uniform Civil Code 2026 appeared first on OurVoice | WeRIndia - Analysis & Opinion .
Govt. will work to make Assam 10 lakh crore economy by 2028, says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Tabling of the UCC bill proves our government's commitment to work for the rights of women belonging to the minority community, says Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Government will work to make Assam Rs 10 lakh crore economy by 2028: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced plans to boost the state's economy to Rs 10 lakh crore by 2028. He stated the tabling of the Uniform Civil Code bill demonstrates the government's dedication to the rights of minority women. Sarma also noted the election results reflected public support for peace and prosperity.
CAG report for 2024-25 fiscal tabled in Assam Assembly
GUWAHATI, May 25: The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) on Monday raised concern over the fiscal sustainability of the Assam government in its report for the 2024-25 fiscal, pointing at the increasing debt load, high committed expenditure and limited capital investment in the state. In the report on state finances for 2024-25 tabled in the []
Assam govt moves resolution for one-third quota for women in parliament, legislatures
GUWAHATI, May 25: The Assam government on Monday moved a resolution in the assembly for implementation of one-third reservation for women in Parliament and state legislatures, after completing the delimitation process. Women and Child Welfare Minister Ajanta Neog, moving the resolution on the third day of the first session of the new assembly, urged the []
Bhutan PM arrives in Assam, to meet Governor
GUWAHATI, May 25: Bhutan Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobgay met Assam governor and chief minister on Monday, and discussed with them ways to enhance cooperation with Indias northeastern region. Tobgay, who arrived in Assam earlier in the day, called on Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya at the Lok Bhavan. There, he held a meeting with the []
Tuliram Ronghang raises autonomous state issue in Assembly
HT Bureau DIPHU, May 25: Tuliram Ronghang on Monday strongly raised the long-pending demand for an Autonomous State under Article 244(A) of the Constitution during the third day of the first session of the 16th Assam Legislative Assembly. Ronghang, who is also the Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC), said []
Uniform Civil Code Bill introduced in Assam assembly
GUWAHATI, May 25: The Assam government on Monday tabled a Bill on the Uniform Civil Code, seeking to ban polygamy and make registration of live-in relationships compulsory. The Bill, however, said that it will not be applicable to any of the Scheduled Tribes residing in Assam. It proposed several punitive measures, including seven years imprisonment []
Assam tables Uniform Civil Code bill in Assembly
Assam has introduced a Uniform Civil Code Bill. The legislation aims to ban polygamy and standardize marriage and succession laws. It also makes registering live-in relationships mandatory. This move seeks to provide legal protection for partners and children from such unions. The bill excludes scheduled tribes. Opposition parties have raised objections, calling for broader consultations.
Asaduddin Owaisi calls Assam UCC Bill backdoor imposition of Hindu law on Muslims
Hyderabad: All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen Chief Asaduddin Owaisi made strong comments on the tabling of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in the Assam Assembly, calling it a backdoor imposition of Hindu law on Muslims. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Assam government tabled the UCC bill, along with seeking a ban on polygamy and mandatory Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Governor, CM Sarma welcome Bhutan PM Tobgay in Guwahati; talks focus on strengthening bilateral ties
Bhutan's Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobgay visited Guwahati. Assam's Governor and Chief Minister welcomed him. Discussions focused on boosting ties between India and Bhutan. Cooperation for the Northeast region was a key point. A cultural evening showcased Assam's heritage. The visit aims to deepen existing bonds and enhance collaboration across various sectors.
87% winners in Assam polls got votes above 50%, shows ADR study
Sixteen (76%) out of 21 winners with declared criminal cases have won with a vote share of 50% and above and 94 (90%) out of 105 winners with clean backgrounds have won with a similar vote share
Watch: Assams UCC Bill explained: What changes under the new law?
Assam has introduced a new Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill that proposes a ban on polygamy, compulsory marriage and divorce registration, and legal regulation of live-in relationships. But what is the Uniform Civil Code, and why has it remained one of Indias most debated issues? This explainer breaks down the Assam UCC Bill, the history behind UCC, and Article 44 of the Constitution.
CAG expresses concern over Assam's fiscal sustainability as debt rises, investment remains limited
The CAG also said that the delay in submission of utilisation certificates, pending accounts of departmental undertakings and autonomous bodies, is affecting financial reporting
Assam: Bhutan PM Tshering Tobgay arrives in Guwahati to boost bilateral ties
Reported by NE NOW NEWS Guwahati: Tshering Tobgay, Prime Minister of Bhutan, is on a two-day visit to Assam starting Sunday, with focus expected on strengthening IndiaBhutan cross-border links and development cooperation. During his stay, he will call on Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya at Raj Bhavan. The Bhutan Prime Ministers trip follows Prime Minister [] The post Assam: Bhutan PM Tshering Tobgay arrives in Guwahati to boost bilateral ties appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam: Resolution moved for early implementation of 33% reservation for women in state assemblies
Assam has passed a resolution in its Assembly supporting the swift implementation of 33% reservation for women in state assemblies. This move aims to boost women's empowerment and governance participation. The state joins other NDA-ruled states in urging the central government to expedite the legislation.
Assam Uniform Civil Code Makes Live-In Relationship Registration Compulsory
The Bill also states that any child born out of live-in relationship will be considered the legitimate child of the couple.
Assam tables UCC Bill; proposes ban on polygamy
Assam has introduced the Uniform Civil Code Bill, 2026, in the State Assembly, becoming the latest State to move towards a UCC. The Bill proposes a ban on polygamy, mandatory registration of live-in relationships, and changes to laws governing marriage, divorce and succession. If passed, Assam will become the third State after Uttarakhand and Gujarat to enact a Uniform Civil Code.
Decision On Congress' Deputy Leader In Assam Assembly Soon: Bhupesh Baghel
Congress MLAs meet to discuss Deputy Leader of Opposition in Assam Assembly led by Bhupesh Baghel
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The Himanta Biswa Sarma government in Assam on Monday tabled a bill on the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state Assembly amid protests by the Opposition, which demanded wider consultation. The Uniform Civil Code, Assam, 2026 Bill, which seeks to ban polygamy and make the registration of live-in relationships compulsory, was tabled by Parliamentary Affairs Minister Atul Bora. Opposition parties, including the Congress, Raijor Dal and All India Trinamool Congress, opposed the move and demanded wider consultation with all stakeholders before the bills introduction. In the Statement of Objects and Reasons, Chief Minister Sarma said the bill aims to consolidate and simplify laws governing marriage, divorce, succession and live-in relationships. Scheduled Tribes (Hills) and Scheduled Tribes (Plains) will remain outside the purview of the proposed UCC. The bill sets the minimum age for marriage at 21 years for men and 18 years for women. It also proposes compulsory registration of marriages and divorces, which the government says will help secure maintenance, inheritance and other legal protections for spouses. The bill further provides a legal framework for live-in relationships. The chief minister said that by mandating registration, the law would ensure that the rights of partners and any children born from such unions are formally recognised and protected. It also seeks to modernise succession laws to ensure fair and equal distribution of property. The proposed legislation introduces uniform inheritance rules to ensure the just transfer of assets for all residents of the state. The Constitution, under Article 44, directs the state to strive for a Uniform Civil Code for its citizens. This Bill seeks to implement this principle within Assam to ensure a common legal framework for all residents, regardless of religion, Sarma said. Importantly, it protects Assams cultural diversity by allowing marriages to be performed according to existing religious and customary rites, he added. If passed, Assam will become the third state in the country to enact a UCC law, following Uttarakhand and Gujarat. Uttarakhand introduced its UCC law in 2024, becoming the first state in India to implement such legislation. The Gujarat Assembly passed its UCC bill in March this year.
UCC Bill introduced in Assam Assembly; seeks to ban polygamy, register live-in relationships
The opposition parties opposed the move and demanded wider consultation with all the stakeholders before its introduction.
Assam Assembly introduces UCC Bill, third state after Uttarakhand and Gujarat
The Bill, titled The Uniform Civil Code, Assam, Bill, 2026, was tabled in the Assembly by Parliamentary Affairs Minister Atul Bora on behalf of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam Tables Uniform Civil Code Bill In State Assembly
Assam government tables Uniform Civil Code bill to regulate marriage and inheritance laws
UCC Bill introduced in Assam Assembly
If the Bill is passed, Assam will become the third State in the country to pass a UCC Bill, following Uttarakhand, and Gujarat
Banned codeine-based cough syrup worth over Rs 2 cr seized in Assam, 2 held
GUWAHATI, May 24: Two persons were arrested after bottles of banned codeine-based cough syrup worth over Rs 2 crore were seized from their possession in two separate operations in Assam, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said. The two operations were carried out on Saturday in Cachar and Kokrajhar districts. Codeine is strictly regulated in India. []
Assam Police busts inter-state terror funding network; 5 held
TINSUKIA, May 24: Assam Police has unearthed a suspected inter-state terror funding network and arrested five people, including a students union leader here and an accused in Maharashtra, officials said on Sunday. They said investigations are on to ascertain the motive behind the extortion and funding network, and the organisation for which the funds were []
Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports visits Assam KISCE
GUWAHATI, May 24: Union Minister Raksha Khadse on Sunday exhorted sportspersons to strive for excellence in their respective disciplines with commitment and perseverance. She affirmed the Central governments focus on strengthening sports infrastructure at all levels to encourage young talents to pursue their dreams with world-class training facilities. The Union Minister of State for Youth []
Counter-radicalisation cell on anvil: Himanta Biswa Sarma
GUWAHATI, May 24: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday said his government will set up a counter-radicalisation cell to protect vulnerable youth from extremist influence. He asserted that Assam will give it back firmly to anyone trying to mislead the youth of the state. We will not allow any group or individual to []
Assam tea estate bets on immersive tea tourism
KOLKATA, May 24: Amid falling auction prices, climate-related disruptions and changing beverage preferences, an Assam-based tea estate is seeking to reposition tea from a daily commodity to a cultural and experiential product through factory visits, tasting sessions and immersive consumer engagement initiatives. Amchong Tea Estate has launched Amchong Leaf, which it claims is Indias first []
Assams BJP Government Focuses on Development and Good Governance: Pabitra Margherita
New Delhi, May 25: Pabitra Margherita, the Union Minister of State for External Affairs, stated on Sunday that the BJP-led government in Assam is focused on development and good governance, dismissing concerns over political statements from the opposition. Speaking to reporters in the national capital, Margherita emphasized that even before the assembly elections, the BJP ... Read more Assams BJP Government Focuses on Development and Good Governance: Pabitra Margherita
Assam Police bust inter-state terror funding network; 5 held
Tinsukia (Assam): Assam Police has unearthed a suspected inter-state terror funding network and arrested five people, including a students union leader here and an accused in Maharashtra, officials said on Sunday. They said investigations are on to ascertain the motive behind the extortion and funding network, and the organisation for which the funds were being []
Assam to set up counter-radicalisation cell to protect youth from extremist influence
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the establishment of a counter-radicalisation cell to shield vulnerable youth from extremist ideologies. He vowed a firm response against any attempts to mislead the state's young population. This initiative follows extensive land encroachment clearances and precedes a potential Uniform Civil Code bill.
Assam CM Himanta meets HUDCO CEO to boost Assam infra push
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met with HUDCO officials to explore partnerships for state development. He also inspected the new Assam Bhawan in New Delhi, emphasizing timely completion and quality. Discussions covered AI's role in education, with plans for teacher training. These initiatives aim to boost Assam's growth and presence in the capital.
Two Muslim men lynched over cow theft suspicion in Assams Sonitpur
Assam: Two Muslim men were allegedly lynched, while a third person received grievous injuries after they were attacked by a mob on suspicion of cow theft in Assams Sonitpur district. The attack took place in a remote Bhalukpong area near the Arunachal Pradesh border in the wee hours of Friday, May 21. Sonitpur Senior Superintendent Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
UCC implementation in Assam: Muslim organisations seek consultations with government
Religious and social groups urge the BJP-led government to consult minority stakeholders before introducing the proposed Uniform Civil Code Bill in the Assembly
Assam Rifles apprehend key accused in 2023 abduction-murder of two Meitei students
The accused, a key member of the United Kuki National Army, an insurgent group active in Manipurs Churachandpur, has been handed over to the CBI
The weather pattern suggests that thunderstorm and lightning with few spells of rain is very likely at the isolated places of the city along with southern & western districts of the state in coming 2-3 days which may aggravate water logging, slow vehicular movement, and increase the risk of localized landslides in vulnerable pockets, according to a release.
Four Dead In Horrific Bike Collision Near Assam's Guwahati
The tragic collision took place around 2 am near Bajrapara under the jurisdiction of Palashbari Police Station.
Indian Sports Minister Reviews High-Performance Center in Guwahati
Guwahati, May 24: Indian Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Raksha Khadse, visited the Khelo India State Center of Excellence (KISCE) in Assam and the High-Performance Center in Guwahati on Sunday. During his visit, he engaged with athletes, coaches, sports science experts, and officials to assess the growing high-performance sports ecosystem in the ... Read more Indian Sports Minister Reviews High-Performance Center in Guwahati
Rahul Gandhi urges party's Muslim leaders to raise issues concerning their community
New Delhi, May 23: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday urged Muslim leaders of the party to vociferously raise issues concerning their community and to work towards enhancing their representation. Sources said that during a meeting of the advisory council of the party's Minority Department, Rahul Gandhi said that if injustice is done against a Muslim, one should raise their voice specifically as a 'Muslim', rather than merely as a member of a 'minority' group. Similarly, he emphasised that if Dalits, OBCs, or members of the general category face attacks, the issue should be raised by explicitly identifying that specific community. Rahul Gandhi's direct message was that the Congress party should not shy away from using the word 'Muslim'. It has often been observed these days that instead of explicitly saying 'Muslim,' people tend to use the term 'minority', a leader present at the meeting said. Sources further said Gandhi also stressed the need for the Congress party's Minority Department to create a platform that ensures adequate participation for the community within the party structure. According to sources, while touching upon the issue of vote theft, he said that former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee had previously not aligned with the Congress on this matter, but has now called for a movement against it. He also remarked in the context of the Assembly elections in West Bengal and Assam that these elections were not conducted in a free and fair manner. Sources said that citing the country's current economic situation, the former Congress president claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi lacks the capability to effectively manage the situation over the long term.
Gaurav says APCC awaiting AICC observers for LoP selection in Assam Assembly
HT Correspondent JORHAT, May 23: Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president and Jorhat Lok Sabha MP Gaurav Gogoi on Friday said the Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Assam Legislative Assembly would be selected soon, adding that the All India Congress Committee (AICC) has deputed observers to oversee the process. Addressing mediapersons here after []
10 illegal immigrants prevented from entering Assam: CM
GUWAHATI, May 23: Ten illegal immigrants from Bangladesh were prevented from entering India early on Saturday by joint efforts of the BSF and Assam Police, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said. He asserted that detection and prevention were vital to ensure a secure Assam. The strict vigil continues along our border. In the wee hours, []
Conservation efforts help revival of endangered dholes in Assam: Himanta Biswa Sarma
GUWAHATI, May 23: The endangered Asiatic wild dogs, or dholes, have returned to Assams Kaziranga-Karbi Anglong landscape in larger numbers after a camera trap had captured the image of a lone member of the species four years ago, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Saturday. Attributing the rise in the population of dholes to []
Assam Civil Service officer held on graft charges; over Rs 1.66 cr in cash seized
GUWAHATI, May 23: An Assam Civil Service (ACS) officer has been arrested on graft charges and over Rs 1.66 crore in cash and fixed deposits worth another Rs 86 lakh have been seized, along with other investment documents, a police officer said on Saturday. The accused, Lachit Kumar Das, posted as additional director, Land Records, []
21 gm of heroin, 10,000 Yaba tablets seized, 2 arrested
GUWAHATI, May 23: Two persons have been arrested and 21 gm of heroin and 10,000 Yaba tablets seized from their possession in Assams Cachar district, officials said on Saturday. They said the seizure and arrests were made from a boat on Barak River on Friday. Intercepting a mechanised boat on the Barak River at Lakhipur []
Ex-Assam MLA arrested for inflammatory remarks against CM Himanta Biswa Sarma ahead of Eid-ul-Zuha
GUWAHATI, May 23: A former Assam MLA has been arrested for making purported inflammatory remarks against Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and police ahead of Eid-ul-Zuha celebrations, an officer said on Saturday. Ali Akbar Miah, former legislator of Bilasipara West constituency in Dhubri district, allegedly made the comments in a video that went viral on []
GUWAHATI, May 23: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday called on Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in the national capital, during which they discussed the roadmap for accelerating the states economic growth. Sarma thanked the Union Finance Minister for the support extended to Assam over the past five years. Called upon Honble Union Finance []
Assam hails Bengal's fencing move to secure Siliguri corridor
Assam's government has welcomed West Bengal's move to fence sensitive border areas. This includes the Siliguri Corridor, vital for connecting the Northeast. Governor Lakshman Prasad Achary highlighted past infiltration challenges. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw also revealed plans for a rail link across the corridor. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated this strategic breakthrough will secure transportation to the Northeast.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Meets Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to Discuss State Development
New Delhi, May 23: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday in New Delhi to discuss the roadmap for the states future development and progress. During the meeting at her official residence, CM Sarma expressed gratitude to the central government for its continuous support over the past ... Read more Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Meets Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to Discuss State Development
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma welcomes Muslim organisations' call on no cow slaughter on Eid
Assam's Chief Minister has welcomed appeals from Muslim groups to avoid cow slaughter during Bakrid. Several Eidgah committees have made this voluntary appeal, citing legal and religious reasons.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma meets Nirmala Sitharaman, discusses states growth roadmap
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi and discussed a roadmap for Assam's future growth and development. The Chief Minister thanked the Union government for its support. Discussions covered economic growth, infrastructure and investment potential.
NCC cadets evcuated by Air Force to Assam from Manipur amid protests, blockade
This emergency operation is due to ongoing bandhs and blockades in Manipur stemming from a hostage crisis. The cadets are being moved to Guwahati and Jorhat. This action is aimed at ensuring their safety and allows them to attend upcoming examinations.
Indian Air Force Airlifts 132 NCC Cadets from Manipur to Assam
Imphal, May 23: In response to the current situation in Manipur, the Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully airlifted 132 NCC cadets to Guwahati and Jorhat on Saturday. A senior official reported that these young cadets had participated in the NCC North Eastern Region (NER) flying camp held in Imphal from May 11 to May 20, ... Read more Indian Air Force Airlifts 132 NCC Cadets from Manipur to Assam
Rupamoni Gorh becomes first woman from Assam to scale Mount Everest
Assams daughter has reached the top of the world. Heartiest congratulations to Rupamoni Gorh for becoming the first woman from Assam to scale Mount Everest as part of the ITBP all-women expedition team, he said in a social media post
Study maps Assams grim human-elephant conflict
Analysing 1,806 incidents between 2000 and 2023, the researchers find that the conflicts near fragmented forests and human settlements occur more during the monsoon and post-harvest seasons
Assam Police Arrest Four Suspects in Cattle Smuggling Case
Guwahati, May 23: Assam police have arrested four individuals involved in cattle smuggling in Dhubri. The suspects have been identified as Moktar Ali, Kabul Ali, Tayab Ali, and Abruj Ali. They have been taken into custody as investigations continue. Authorities have stated that no one involved in cattle smuggling will be spared. Strict action will ... Read more Assam Police Arrest Four Suspects in Cattle Smuggling Case
From weed to wealth: Assam women turn water hyacinth into livelihoods near rhino habitat
Providing people in fringe areas with an alternative source of livelihood facilitates the conservation of Laokhowa-Burhachapori Wildlife Sanctuary
U.P. STF busts SSC exam-rigging racket in Greater Noida; seven held
The accused were allegedly manipulating SSC examinations for recruitment of constables in the CAPF, and SSF, and riflemen in the Assam Rifles, at an online examination centre operating under the name Balaji Digital Zone in the Knowledge Park area
Assam State Assembly session: Governor outlines new Assam govts vision for next 5 years
GUWAHATI, May 22: Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Friday outlined the new governments vision for the state for the next five years in his first address in the 16th state Assembly amidst an opposition walkout, alleging failure of the dispensation to address core issues of the people. Barely five minutes into the governors speech on []
Assam to become power surplus state soon: CM
Staff Reporter GUWAHATI, May 22: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday said the state is steadily progressing towards becoming a power surplus state through large-scale investments in energy infrastructure and electricity generation capacity. In a post on X, the Chief Minister said Assam has prepared an energy infrastructure vision worth 14,202 crore by 2035 []
Rahul Gandhi was repeatedly rejected by people of this country: Bhupen Borah
Staff Reporter GUWAHATI, May 22: BJP leader, former Assam Congress president and newly elected Bihpuria MLA Bhupen Kumar Borah on Friday launched a sharp attack on Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi over his recent remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, claiming that the Congress leader has failed to earn the trust []
Assams Chief Minister Honors Shyama Prasad Mukherjee as a True Well-Wisher of the State
Guwahati, May 23: Assams Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated on Friday that Shyama Prasad Mukherjee, the founder of the Bharatiya Jana Sangh, was a true well-wisher of Assam. He emphasized that during the challenging times before Indias independence, Mukherjee bolstered the morale of the people of Assam and strongly opposed the controversial grouping plan ... Read more Assams Chief Minister Honors Shyama Prasad Mukherjee as a True Well-Wisher of the State
'Infiltration remains major concern': Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya in Assembly address
Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya addressed the Assembly on border security. He noted efforts to curb infiltration and welcomed West Bengal's land handover for border fencing. The government plans to formalize traditional beverages and implement the Immigrants (Expulsion from Assam) Act. Discussions also included enacting a Uniform Civil Code. Opposition parties protested rising fuel prices and inflation.
Assam Rifles Launches Community Initiative to Inspire Youth in Manipur
Imphal, May 23: In a bid to promote peace, harmony, and a brighter future for the youth, the Assam Rifles has intensified its community outreach efforts across various regions of Manipur. Officials reported that on Thursday and Friday, the Assam Rifles organized several awareness and motivational programs aimed at encouraging youth towards education, discipline, sports, ... Read more Assam Rifles Launches Community Initiative to Inspire Youth in Manipur
Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurates Rs 376 cr flyover in Guwahati
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated the Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee Flyover in Guwahati, a Rs. 376 crore project completed in 26 months. This 2.8-km flyover aims to enhance traffic management and connectivity in the city's south-western region, benefiting thousands of daily commuters.
Shortage of Bodo-medium textbooks: ABSU seeks CMs intervention
Guwahati, May 22: The All-Bodo Students Union (ABSU) has sought a permanent solution regarding the shortage of Bodo medium textbooks in schools across 12 districts of the state. In a memorandum submitted to the Kokrajhar district commissioner, the students union sought immediate intervention of Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in addressing the issue of []
CM inaugurates Cycle Factory-Lal Ganesh flyover in Guwahati
Guwahati, May 22: A flyover named after Bharatiya Jana Sangh founder, Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee, connecting Cycle Factory junction to Lal Ganesh Bazar here, was inaugurated by Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday evening. This flyover will reduce the travel time from Pragjyotishpur Medical College to NH 27 drastically and decongest one of []
New Delhi, May 22: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the government will launch a tech-enabled smart border project by the next year to make the 6,000-km fronts with Pakistan and Bangladesh impenetrable and ensure that the conspiracy to change the demography of the country is defeated. Delivering the annual Rustamji Memorial lecture hosted by the Border Security Force (BSF) here, the minister also reiterated that the government will find each and every infiltrator and send them out of India. K F Rustamji was the founding father and the first director general of the BSF, the world's largest border guarding force with about 2.70 lakh personnel tasked to guard Indian borders with Pakistan on the west and Bangladesh on the east. It was raised in 1965. The government of India has decided that not only will we stop infiltration but we will find each and every infiltrator and send them out of the country, Shah said. He added his government will not allow artificial change in our demography being attempted from the other side. I want to assure BSF troops that we will launch the smart border project within the 60th year of its raising and we will make the Bangladesh and Pakistan borders impenetrable through major technical assistance, Shah said. The smart border will use technology, drones, radars and smart cameras to help create an impenetrable border, he told the gathering. Calling these two borders vulnerable and a cause of concern for the country from the security point of view, Shah said these fronts (about 1,289 km with Pakistan and 4,096 km with Bangladesh) cannot be guarded with raditional methods. The concept of border security should not be seen in isolation but as a erritorial responsibility involving all agencies and state governments, he said. He said these borders currently face threats like illegal infiltration, smuggling of drugs, weapons and arms through drones apart from cattle, fake Indian currency notes and organised crime. It is most important to identify future dangers, and it is our responsibility to stop the artificial demographic change being attempted from the other side (of the border) through infiltration, and, for this, we have to remain alert and vigilant, he told the officers and jawans in attendance. Shah said the Modi government brought a adical change to the security policy and border protection perspective since it took charge in 2014. We have defeated all three attacks carried out by Pakistan whether it was in Uri (2016), Pulwama (2019), or Pahalgam (2026)...we have given them a befitting response by striking deep inside Pakistan, he said. Shah asserted that gone were the days when talks used to happen after a terrorist attack and when Naxalites used to undertake massacres without any fear. We have aligned our security perspective with the spirit of the Constitution to strengthen it... all this, in a way, is a declaration of a new defence doctrine, he said. He said his government took a firm decision to free India from Naxalism and this target was achieved recently. The minister said it was his belief that security agencies and forces should work to uproot the cause of the problem and just not control it. He asked the BSF troops in border areas to establish communication with the local administration so that they can identify any infiltrator living in the area and effectively plug border gaps aiding smuggling and other illegal activities. It is time that the infiltration taking place unhindered for years is stopped. You have done this earlier, for example, by creating a Naxal-free India, he said. Shah said the current state governments in Tripura, West Bengal and Assam -- all led by the BJP -- believe in the policy that there should be no infiltration from across Indian borders. His ministry, Shah added, will soon hold a meeting with the chief ministers of these states on the subject of border security. The minister added that a high-powered demography mission declared earlier by PM Modi will be announced soon by the Union government. Shah declared that the Union government was planning to launch a ig programme within the next one year for the welfare of CAPF jawans, adding that they will also initiate a ig operation against narcotics trafficking in the country. During the event, the minister honoured BSF jawans and officers with gallantry medals including to those who were part of the 'Operation Sindoor'.
Indian Products Gain Global Recognition Through GI Tags
New Delhi, May 22: Prime Minister Narendra Modis recent visits to Italy, the United Arab Emirates, and other countries were not just about diplomacy and economic agreements. These trips showcased Indias rich cultural heritage, traditional craftsmanship, and unique agricultural products on a global stage. He presented foreign leaders with special gifts, including Assams Muga Silk ... Read more Indian Products Gain Global Recognition Through GI Tags
Assam Governors Address Flags UCC, Anti-radicalisation Measures As Govt Priorities
Appealing to people to avoid unnecessary expenditure in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modis appeal for austerity, Mr Acharya welcomed the governments decision to introduce the proposed law on the UCC during the current session, saying it would strengthen social harmony, justice, gender equality, and a modern and progressive society
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
