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  Assam to introduce mandatory marriage, divorce registration for Muslims

  Assam | August 22, 2024 9:18 IST

  The Assam government will introduce the Assam Compulsory Registration of Muslim Marriages and Divorces Bill, 2024, in the upcoming state assembly session starting August 22. The bill mandates government registration of marriages and divorces within the Muslim community.

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  Jharkhand Assembly Elections 2024: Assam CM meets AJSU president, says, 'will fight elections well'

  Jharkhand | August 11, 2024 10:43 IST

  As the Jharkhand Assembly elections approach, Assam Chief Minister and BJP's election co-incharge met AJSU President Sudesh Mahto. The two likely deliberated on the election strategy and the alliance's partnership.

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  'Hindu population in Assam declined by 10 pc between 1951 to 2011', says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

  Assam | August 10, 2024 17:27 IST

  Himanta Biswa Sarma added that the census report said that in Assam, the Hindu population declined by around 9.23 per cent from 1951 to 2011, and in Bangladesh, it declined by 13.5 per cent.

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  'Assam govt to introduce two laws to stop love, land jihad cases', says Himanta Biswa Sarma | VIDEO

  Assam | August 04, 2024 21:34 IST

  Assam news: Himanta Biswa Sarma also expressed concerns about population control and the need to protect the interests of the indigenous population of Assam.

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  Assam: Only vegetarian food at government functions, here is 'why'

  Assam | July 29, 2024 20:43 IST

  Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma ordered district commissioners to simplify government functions and serve only vegetarian food, emphasizing the end of VIP culture and efficient administration at the DCs' conference.

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  Assam: Six, including 18-month-old, killed after autorickshaw collided with car in Karimganj

  Assam | July 23, 2024 23:06 IST

  While the tragic incident claimed six lives, one was critically injured and was referred to Silchar Medical College and Hospital. CM Sarma expressed condolences to the kin of the deceased.

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  What Assam govt has done for state's future, CM Himant Biswa Sarma answers

  Assam | July 20, 2024 20:38 IST

  On Friday, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that the rate of population increase of Muslims is much higher than that of Hindus and as per the current population rate, the Muslims would be a majority in the next 17 years.

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  'Assam to become Muslim-majority state by 2041': CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

  Assam | July 19, 2024 13:37 IST

  Assam CM said the population of the Hindu community is rising by around 16 per cent every 10 years. He added that his government has taken steps to reduce population growth among the Muslim community.

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  Assam decides to repeal Muslim Marriages Act in BIG move, announces CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

  Assam | July 18, 2024 19:35 IST

  The Assam Cabinet has also directed that suitable legislation be brought for the registration of Muslim marriages in Assam, to be considered by the next session of the Assembly.

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  Only 8 applied for citizenship under CAA in Assam, says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

  Assam | July 15, 2024 19:54 IST

  Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said anyone who came to the state in 2015 or later will be deported back to their country of origin.

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  'Proficiency in local language mandatory for government jobs in Assam': CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

  Assam | July 11, 2024 13:33 IST

  The circular issued by the Director of Higher Education had evoked criticism from several quarters with the All Assam Students Union condemning the move and asking the government to be more responsible towards local people.

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  Why Assam reels under devastating floods every year? EXPLAINED

  Explainers | July 10, 2024 19:55 IST

  Assam faces the wrath of floods every year. More than 2 million people were affected by floods this year. Even the animals in Kaziranga National Park died due to floods. Why has flood become a common phenomenon in Assam? Know details.

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  Assam: Eight more die in devastating floods as condition worsens in 28 districts

  Assam | July 07, 2024 22:31 IST

  With the latest report of casualties, the death count in floods, and other natural disasters in Assam this year has risen to 78. As many as 10 rivers including Brahmaputra are flowing above the red mark affecting about 2.4 million people.

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  Assam flood situation critical with 24 lakh affected, Rahul asks Centre, state to extend support

  Assam | July 07, 2024 7:31 IST

  The Brahmaputra was flowing above the danger marks at Nimatighat, Tezpur, Goalpara and Dhubri. The devastating second wave of the flood has claimed the lives of 114 wild animals.

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  Assam Floods: Shah dials CM Himanta Sarma, ensures centre's full assistance to flood-ravaged state

  Assam | July 06, 2024 21:58 IST

  The floods in Assam have impacted over 24.5 lakh people. It has also claimed over 52 lives while triggering severe damage to wildlife in Kaziranga National Park.

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  Assam: Nine detained in Gauhati University marksheet scam

  India | June 29, 2024 15:10 IST

  Nine individuals, including the prime accused, have been arrested in connection with a marksheet scam at Gauhati University, Assam.

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  Shashi Tharoor's controversial post on UP draws strong remarks from BJP, calls it 'crass politics'

  India | June 24, 2024 7:36 IST

  Thiruvananthapuram MP Shashi Tharoor shared a post on X mocking Uttar Pradesh amid the paper leak row which sparked controversy. The BJP took it as derogatory for the state and its people.

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  BJP appoints Bhupender Yadav as incharge for Maharashtra polls, Shivraj Singh Chouhan for Jharkhand

  India | June 17, 2024 15:44 IST

  The BJP has deployed its top guns - Union Ministers Bhupender Yadav, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Ashwini Vaishnaw, Dharmendra Pradhan, G Kishan Reddy and Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma and former Tripura CM Biplab Kumar Deb for the upcoming Assembly polls in four states.

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  Assam: CM Himanta Biswa lays foundation stone for 25 mega watt solar power project in Dibrugarh

  India | June 15, 2024 14:27 IST

  The project was approved by the State Cabinet in 2022. Spread across 108 acres, the solar power project is expected to cost Rs. 115 crores. It is projected to produce 50 million units of electricity annually, with construction expected to be completed by July 2025.

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  Assam announces monthly stipend for girls pursuing higher education to curb child marriage

  India | June 12, 2024 15:59 IST

  Assam CM said that the sole aim of this scheme is to delay the marriage of a girl so that she can be financially independent and start earning for herself and her family.