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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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  Assam: NDA government to be sworn in on May 12, PM Modi likely to attend

  Assam | May 07, 2026 13:01 IST

  The ruling NDA returned to power in Assam for a third consecutive term after winning 102 out of the 126 Assembly seats in the recently concluded elections. The BJP won 82 seats alone.

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  Zubeen Garg death: Musician Shekhar Jyoti Goswami arrested by Assam SIT

  Assam | September 25, 2025 22:37 IST

  Zubeen Garg death: The Assam government has formed an SIT to probe Zubeen Garg's death due to drowning in Singapore on September 19.

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  'Will not spare anyone': Assam CM sets up SIT to probe Zubeen Garg's death amid foul play suspicion

  Assam | September 24, 2025 20:30 IST

  Assamese singer Zubeen Garg died due to drowning in Singapore on September 19. Controversy has surrounded the circumstances of his death, triggering a public outcry among his massive fanbase across Assam.

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  Assam govt lifts pending cases against Koch Rajbongshi community in Foreigners' Tribunals

  Assam | April 04, 2025 15:50 IST

  The Assam Cabinet has lifted all pending cases against the Koch Rajbongshi community in Foreigners' Tribunals and announced bilingual government communication, sparking both relief and opposition.

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  AFSPA removed from this district of Assam, to be developed as state's second capital

  Assam | March 28, 2025 8:56 IST

  Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that AFSPA will now be in force in Tinsukia, Sivasagar and Charaideo districts. The AFSPA empowers security forces to arrest a person without a warrant, enter or search premises without a warrant, and perform other actions.

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  Assam govt presents Rs 2.63 lakh crore budget for 2025-26: Key announcements and welfare measeures

  Assam | March 10, 2025 13:52 IST

  Assam's 2025-26 budget, presented by Finance Minister Ajanta Neog, allocates Rs 2.63 lakh crore with key provisions for social welfare, including financial aid for tea workers, women's empowerment, and pension reforms.

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  Assam: USTM chancellor arrested, CM Himanta claims he promised high scores in CBSE exams

  Assam | February 22, 2025 23:55 IST

  University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya (USTM) chancellor was arrested by a team of the Sribhumi district police. CM Himanta calls him a 'big fraud'.

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  Assam government to transform 252 state-run schools for over Rs 1,800 crore

  Assam | January 24, 2025 11:52 IST

  Assam government is developing new buildings for 252 state-run educational facilities at an expenditure of over Rs 1,800 crore.

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  Assam: Kaziranga National Park faces community fishing violations amid Magh Bihu celebrations

  Assam | January 13, 2025 14:31 IST

  The Assam Government issued a strict order to curb illegal fishing and unauthorized entry into Kaziranga National Park during Magh Bihu, highlighting the threat to its biodiversity and protected status.

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  Assam village women can turn men into goats: Action against finfluencer over misinformation

  Assam | January 11, 2025 10:29 IST

  The Assam government has ordered legal action against finfluencer Abhishek Kar for spreading misinformation about the state's Mayong village in a viral podcast.

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  Himanta Biswa Sarma meets top industry players in Mumbai ahead of Advantage Assam 2.0

  Assam | January 05, 2025 13:49 IST

  Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma leads a delegation in Mumbai to promote Assam's investment potential ahead of the Advantage Assam 2.0 summit, highlighting opportunities across key sectors.

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  Assam declares 7-day state mourning in honour of former PM Manmohan Singh

  Assam | December 27, 2024 12:36 IST

  Singh, who represented Assam in the Rajya Sabha for 28 years is remembered fondly by the state's leaders and citizens. His passing marks the end of an era in Indian politics and economic leadership.

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  Over 400 arrested in 48 hours as Assam govt launches third phase of child marriage crackdown

  Assam | December 22, 2024 15:54 IST

  Assam's third phase of its crackdown on child marriage has led to 416 arrests and 335 cases registered, continuing the state's efforts to combat the issue.

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  Assam to make 'Lakhpati Didis' out of 30 lakh SHG members, women to earn Rs 1 lakh per year

  Assam | December 17, 2024 16:13 IST

  The Assam government plans to empower 30 lakh women SHG members to become "Lakhpati Didis," aiming to generate an annual business of Rs 30,000 crore over the next decade.

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  Assam: Himanta Cabinet gives nod to bill to ban magical healing

  India | February 11, 2024 8:59 IST

  The proposed bill prohibits and eliminates practices of "magical healing" in the name of treatment, proposing strong punitive action against the "healers".

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  Assam Govt to conduct socio-economic study of indigenous Assamese Muslims

  India | December 09, 2023 11:16 IST

  The Assam government, led by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, is set to conduct a comprehensive socio-economic study of the indigenous Assamese Muslim community.

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  Assam government notifies new Bajali district by bifurcating Barpeta | DETAILS INSIDE

  India | October 12, 2023 18:36 IST

  With the issuance of the notification as per the orders of the Governor, Bajali will become the 35th district of Assam. Bajali was among the four districts which were merged with the original districts in December 2022 to facilitate the delimitation process.

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  30,000 of 1.56 lakh illegal foreigners deported: Assam Minister Atul Bora

  India | September 13, 2023 20:16 IST

  Sharing details of the unfenced areas, Atul Bora said a 6.1-km stretch along Dhubri-Mankachar has not been fenced as it is a deep area while another 4.5km in Cachar-Karimganj area has remained unfenced due to objections by the Border Guard Bangladesh.

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  Assam government to introduce bill in state assembly to ban polygamy

  India | September 03, 2023 9:42 IST

  Polygamy in Assam: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday addressed a Bharatiya Janata Party ally parties meeting in Tinsukia and said to media that the state government, in the next 45 days, will finalize the Bill to ban polygamy in the state.