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  Ban on polygamy, registration of live-in relationships soon as Assam clears Uniform Civil Code

  Assam | May 27, 2026 15:41 IST

  The proposed law also includes stringent penalties, including up to seven years’ imprisonment for bigamy or polygamy and up to three months in jail for failing to register a live-in relationship.

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  Assam govt tables Uniform Civil Code Bill in assembly, seeks to govern laws on marriage and divorce

  India | May 25, 2026 11:07 IST

  Assam govt tables Uniform Civil Code Bill: CM Sarma said for the first time, Bill provides a legal framework for live-in relationships and by requiring registration, the law ensures that the rights of partners -- and any children born from such unions -- are formally recognised and protected.

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  Assam government approves UCC draft, bill to be tabled in Assembly on May 26

  Assam | May 13, 2026 17:11 IST

  Himanta Biswa Sarma said the UCC is one of the key promises made by the BJP-led NDA government and the state is committed to implementing it within the framework of the Constitution.

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  Himanta Biswa Sarma takes oath as Assam CM for second consecutive term | Watch

  Assam | May 12, 2026 15:17 IST

  The BJP-led NDA retained power in Assam with a sweeping two-thirds majority in the just-held assembly polls. The BJP won 82 seats in the 126-member House, while allies Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) and Bodoland People's Front (BPF) secured 10 seats each.

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  Rameswar Teli, Atul Bora, others takes oath as Assam ministers

  Assam | May 12, 2026 12:11 IST

  Assam CM oath ceremony: Himanta Biswa Sarma, who first became chief minister in 2021, is the first non-Congress leader in Assam to serve two consecutive terms as CM.

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  Assam govt formation: Who are 4 ministers who took oath today along with CM Himanta Biswa Sarma?

  Assam | May 12, 2026 11:51 IST

  Himanta Biswa Sarma took oath as Assam's Chief Minister for a consecutive second term, alongside four ministers from the BJP, AGP and BPF. The ceremony at Khanapara Veterinary College field saw the presence of top leaders and dignitaries as the NDA begins its third term in the state.

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  Himanta Biswa Sarma ahead of oath-taking: 'New govt would prioritise manifesto implementation'

  Assam | May 12, 2026 7:02 IST

  The Chief Minister-designate, Himanta Biswa Sarma, is scheduled to be sworn in at 11:40 am on May 12, 2026, at Veterinary College Field in Khanapara, Guwahati.

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  Himanta Biswa Sarma chosen as NDA leader in Assam, set to take oath as CM on May 12

  Assam | May 10, 2026 23:50 IST

  Himanta Biswa Sarma has been chosen as NDA leader in Assam and is all set to take oath as CM on May 12. This comes after the BJP-led the NDA delivered a massive electoral performance in the Assam Assembly elections by winning 102 of the 126 seats,

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  Bangladesh in fear over possible cross-border 'pushback' incidents after BJP's massive win in Bengal

  World | May 06, 2026 23:58 IST

  Bangladesh has expressed hope that no pushback incidents will occur after the BJP's sweeping victories in neighbouring Indian states. Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed said border forces have been asked to stay vigilant.

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  Exclusive: Muslims will have to say 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai', says Himanta Biswa Sarma after Assam win

  Assam | May 05, 2026 23:28 IST

  Buoyed by the BJP’s big win in Assam, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma delivered a series of explosive statements targeting the Opposition. Taking aim at the Congress, Sarma claimed the party had effectively become a "party of Bangladeshi Muslims" since 2016.

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  Himanta Biswa Sarma's pre-result prediction proves spot-on as NDA secures historic victory in Assam

  Assam | May 05, 2026 15:54 IST

  The NDA has swept the Assam Assembly elections with a remarkable 102-seat victory, giving the alliance a decisive two-thirds mandate. Himanta Biswa Sarma's handwritten prediction has gone viral after closely matching the actual results.

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  How NDA performed in Assam assembly elections in 2026 compared to the 2021 polls? Detailed analysis

  Assam | May 05, 2026 0:07 IST

  The National Democratic Alliance, led by the Bharatiya Janata Party, secured a third straight term in Assam after a big win for it in the state. Here is a detailed analysis of how the alliance performed in 2026 as compared to 2021.

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  Assam Assembly Election Results 2026: BJP wins 82 seats, secures clear majority

  Assam | May 04, 2026 23:24 IST

  The 2026 Assam Assembly election results have delivered a decisive mandate in favour of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which has secured 82 out of 126 seats. The Indian National Congress (INC) lagged significantly with 19 seats.

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  'Lotus blooming from Gangotri to Gangasagar': PM Modi from BJP HQ on historic win in Bengal

  India | May 05, 2026 0:04 IST

  The PM's address comes as the BJP is on track to become the single-largest party in the West Bengal Assembly, crossing the critical halfway mark of 148 seats.

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  'Lotus blooms in West Bengal': PM Modi hails BJP's spectacular mandate, thanks voters

  India | May 04, 2026 18:49 IST

  As counting progressed, the BJP had won 40 seats and was leading in 156 others, while the Trinamool Congress (TMC) had secured 21 seats and was ahead in 62 constituencies, indicating a strong saffron surge in the state.

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  PM Modi to visit BJP HQ today evening after party's blockbuster performance in Bengal and Assam

  India | May 04, 2026 14:36 IST

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit the BJP headquarters as the party registers strong leads in West Bengal and Assam, while the NDA maintains its edge in Puducherry. A major political surprise emerged in Tamil Nadu with Vijay’s TVK making a powerful debut.

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  Assam Election result: What happened in key seats such as in Dhubri, Goalpara East and Barpeta?

  Assam | May 04, 2026 21:03 IST

  The BJP-led NDA is hoping for a hat-trick in Assam. The key contest is between the ruling BJP led by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and the Congress-led opposition under Gaurav Gogoi.

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  Assam Election Results: Full list of winners on 9 Scheduled Castes (SC) and 19 Scheduled Tribes (ST)

  Assam | May 04, 2026 22:10 IST

  Assam Election Results 2026: There are 9 seats reserved for Scheduled Castes (SC), and 19 seats reserved for Scheduled Tribes (ST) in the Assam Legislative Assembly, out of a total of 126 seats. Scroll down to check the list of winners.

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  Stage set for verdict day with counting across Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Puducherry today

  India | May 04, 2026 0:00 IST

  Assembly Election Results 2026: The counting of votes for West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Puducherry to begin at 8 am on Monday under a strict three-tier security arrangement put in place by the Election Commission of India.

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  When and where to watch election results for West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala and Puducherry?

  India | May 03, 2026 22:26 IST

  Coverage of the election results for Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Puducherry will begin at 6:00 am across all India TV platforms. Trends are expected to start emerging from 8:00 am onwards, and the overall picture is likely to become clear by 12:00 pm.