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  'If we remain silent...': Assam CM Sarma warns of demographic threat on Independence Day

  August 15, 2025 16:44 IST

  Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, in a fiery Independence Day speech, warned of a looming "demographic threat" and urged indigenous people to defend their identity, land, and culture.

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  Assam may have equal Hindu-Muslim population by 2041: CM Himanta cites Census data

  July 23, 2025 19:19 IST

  This is not the first time CM Himanta has flagged concerns over the demographic change in the northeast state. While addressing a press conference in Guwahati last week, Himanta had claimed that the indigenous communities of Assam are facing "invasion" from people of a particular religion.

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  Rahul Gandhi accuses Assam CM of corruption, Himanta Biswa Sarma hits back citing legal cases

  July 16, 2025 17:32 IST

  During a day-long visit to Assam, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and his family of corruption, asserting that the people of the state would “put him in jail.” Gandhi also alleged collusion between the BJP and the Election Commission and criticised media bias.

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  Assam woman kills husband, buries body at home; later surrenders to police

  July 15, 2025 21:31 IST

  A Guwahati woman was arrested for allegedly killing her husband during a domestic dispute and burying his body in their house compound, with police suspecting possible involvement of others.

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  Assam man arrested for creating, posting AI-generated pornographic pics, videos of woman online

  July 14, 2025 17:32 IST

  According to Dibrugarh Senior Superintendent of Police (in-charge) Sizal Agarwal, the victim approached the police on Saturday after discovering that digitally altered images and videos of her were being circulated online.

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  Dhubri communal stir: Assam CM issues shoot-at-sight orders, 38 arrested over 'beef head' incident

  June 14, 2025 12:18 IST

  Protests broke out in Dhubri town on June 7, during Eid, after pieces of meat were discovered near a temple, sharply escalating communal tensions in the area.

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  Assam Rajya Sabha elections 2025: NDA candidates Kanad Purkayastha, Birendra Prasad win unopposed

  June 13, 2025 16:07 IST

  NDA candidates Kanad Purkayastha and Birendra Prasad Baishya were elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha from Assam, strengthening the alliance’s position.

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  Prohibitory orders imposed in Assam's Dhubri after communal tensions, all shops to remain shut

  June 10, 2025 8:16 IST

  The directive prohibits public gatherings of more than five people, and all shops and markets in the area have been asked to remain closed until further notice.

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  Tharoor, Owaisi defended nation but Rahul kept asking about India's losses to Pakistan: Assam CM

  June 09, 2025 19:35 IST

  During a discussion on a resolution in the state assembly over the success of 'Operation Sindoor', Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said Rahul Gandhi has been constantly asking about India's losses, but never wanted to know the damage incurred by Pakistan in the military conflict.

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  Assam floods: Death toll reaches 23, relief efforts intensify amid receding waters

  June 07, 2025 21:19 IST

  The flood situation in Assam has slightly improved with receding waters, but the death toll has risen to 23, and over 40,000 people remain displaced amid ongoing relief efforts.

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  Assam Floods: Over 5.6 lakh affected, 70% of Pobitora Sanctuary submerged, toll reaches 21

  June 06, 2025 17:39 IST

  Assam remains in a state of crisis with over 5.6 lakh people affected by severe flooding, claiming 21 lives and displacing thousands, while wildlife sanctuaries like Pobitora and Kaziranga face extensive damage.

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  Assam floods: Over 5.35 lakh people affected in state, death toll rises to 11 | Top developments

  June 03, 2025 23:10 IST

  Assam floods: Brahmaputra, Barak and Kopili rivers were flowing above the danger level at multiple places, while other rivers, including Subansiri, Burhidihing, Dhansiri, Rukni, Dhaleswari, Katakhal and Kushiyara were also above the red mark.

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  Understanding monsoon's fury: Why Northeast India is prone to floods, over 5.5 lakh affected so far

  June 03, 2025 12:28 IST

  The early onset of the southwest monsoon in 2025 has significantly impacted Northeast India, leading to severe flooding and landslides across several states.

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  'Even if China reduces...': Assam CM shuts down Pakistan's scare narrative over Brahmaputra river

  June 03, 2025 12:23 IST

  Sarma urged for a fact-based approach to dispel fears about China's control over the Brahmaputra, stating that the river gains volume within India and does not shrink due to upstream activity.

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  Assam floods: Over 4 lakh people affected, nearly 700 villages inundated | What we know so far

  June 02, 2025 20:39 IST

  Assam floods: An official statement from Cachar said all educational institutions in the district will remain closed for two days till Tuesday. As much as 3,524.38 hectares of crop land have been inundated and 696 animals washed away, the ASDMA bulletin said.

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  Assam Floods: Toll reaches 10, over 4 lakh affected; Amit Shah talks to CM as rescue efforts ramp up

  June 01, 2025 23:42 IST

  Floods and landslides in Assam have claimed 10 lives, affected over 4 lakh people, and caused widespread damage, as rescue efforts continue amid heavy rainfall and river flooding.

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  Assam weather: Multiple landslides kill five in Kamrup district amid heavy rains, flooding

  May 31, 2025 13:28 IST

  Assam weather: Nearly 2,000 people have been affected, though no camps or relief distribution centres are operational in the flood-hit urban areas till now. One ‘ring bandh’ (a type of dyke) has been breached under the North Lakhimpur revenue circle.

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  IndiGo to operate non-stop Delhi-Jorhat flight from mid-September among other routes: Assam CM

  May 31, 2025 11:06 IST

  The announcement came after drama’s recent visit to New Delhi, where he met the senior management of the airline and urged them to expand air connectivity to other key locations across Assam, particularly Silchar, Dibrugarh and North Lakhimpur.

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  IMD issues red alert in Assam: Guwahati hit by severe flooding amid heavy rainfall

  May 30, 2025 17:26 IST

  IMD issues red alert for Assam as Guwahati battles severe flooding and heavy rains triggered by a developing low-pressure system.

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  ‘Proximity to Pakistan’ or ‘political cinema’? Himanta Sarma, Gaurav Gogoi clash over 2013 visit

  May 28, 2025 18:01 IST

  Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has accused newly appointed Assam Congress chief Gaurav Gogoi of maintaining proximity with the Pakistani establishment, claiming his 2013 visit to Pakistan was facilitated by the country's Home Department and linked to the ISI.

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  Gaurav Gogoi appointed Assam Congress president, replaces Bhupen Kumar Bora

  May 26, 2025 18:13 IST

  The Congress on Sunday appointed MP Gaurav Gogoi as the new president of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee, replacing Bhupen Kumar Bora. The AICC also named Jakir Hussain Sikdar, Roselina Tirkey, and Pradip Sarkar as working presidents.

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  Assam's Binita Chetry dances into history as first northeastern finalist on Britain's Got Talent

  May 25, 2025 16:43 IST

  9-year-old Binita Chetry from Assam makes history as the first Northeastern finalist on Britain's Got Talent 2025, captivating audiences with her talent and determination.

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  ULFA-I operational commander Rupam Asom arrested near Assam-Arunachal border

  May 24, 2025 16:27 IST

  Rupam Asom, the 'operational commander' of ULFA (I), was arrested by a joint security force near the Assam-Arunachal border, disrupting the group's operations and implicating him in several criminal activities, including the 2018 murder of Bhaskar Kalita.

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  Diversity of Northeast is its biggest strength: PM Modi at Rising Northeast Investors Summit

  May 23, 2025 12:29 IST

  PM Modi said Northeast means bio-economy, bamboo, tea production, petroleum, sports, skill, an emerging hub of eco-tourism, and a new world for organic products.

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  Assam: Armed mob slaughters tiger over "maneater" suspicion, teeth pulled out

  May 22, 2025 19:31 IST

  The adult male tiger had been hiding in a paddy field in Dusutimukh under the Bokakhat subdivision when it was surrounded and attacked by villagers armed with sticks and sharp weapons.

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  'Will resign as CM if proven wrong': Himanta Biswa Sarma on Gaurav Gogoi’s Pakistan visit

  May 19, 2025 16:26 IST

  Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma has vowed to resign if his explosive claims about Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi’s alleged Pakistan visit and ISI links are proven false, promising to reveal evidence.

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  'Gogoi went to Pakistan on invitation of ISI, received training there': Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

  May 18, 2025 15:54 IST

  On the inclusion of MPs from the Northeast in the Indian delegation, which will visit several national capitals to brief countries about India's stand in its war against Pakistan-sponsored terrorism, Sarma said, "We are very happy that three important MPs from the Northeast have been included."

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  Assam Police busts Pakistan-linked fake SIM racket in 'Operation GHOST SIM', seven arrested

  May 17, 2025 17:37 IST

  Following strategic coordination, joint teams were dispatched to Dhubri and Morigaon (Assam), Sangareddy (Telangana), and Bharatpur & Alwar (Rajasthan). On 16 May 2025, a coordinated operation led to the arrest of 7 individuals.