Assam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma urged the people that they should not be content merely with receiving land pattas but must always remain alert to ensure that no illegal immigrant encroaches upon forest lands.

Assam cabinet approves Bill to ban polygamy, to be tabled this month, says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

CM Sarma said that if an accused is convicted of polygamy, he may face rigorous imprisonment of up to seven years.

Judicial Commission starts probing Zubeen Garg's death

The commission will probe into the "facts and circumstances" leading to the death of Zubeen Garg in Singapore.

Congress leader sings Bangladesh national anthem in Assam, BJP cries foul | Watch

While the BJP slammed the Congress for being “Bangladesh-obsessed” and questioned its sense of national pride, the Congress has brushed off the criticism as “politically motivated".

SIT finds Rs 1 crore transaction in account of Zubeen Garg's 2 personal security officers

The discovery comes as one of the eight individuals who were on the yacht in Singapore when Garg passed away has contacted the Assam Police to cooperate with the investigation.

Himanta Biswa Sarma launches scheme to bring back mortal remains of people from Assam who die outside

“The 'Shraddhanjali' scheme is an initiative to ensure the dignified return of the bodies of those who die outside the state to their family members,'' Sarma said at the launch.

When Zubeen Garg predicted how Assam would mourn his death, said, "Assam will remain closed for 7 days after my death"

Celebrated singer Zubeen Garg’s sudden passing on September 19 shocked the nation. Days later, his final podcast with author Rita Chowdhury went viral, with hauntingly prophetic reflections on life and legacy.

Assam to recommend CBI inquiry if SIT probe into Zubeen's death found unsatisfactory: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Himanta Biswa Sarma appealed to people to have faith in the SIT probe and not circulate rumours on social media, which, according to him, could hamper the investigations.

World Bamboo Day 2025: Date, theme, history and significance

Bamboo is more than a plant, it is culture, livelihood and innovation. This World Bamboo Day 2025 reveals why its role in our future is bigger than ever.

'Congress backed Pak-groomed terrorists instead of supporting Indian Army during Operation Sindoor,' alleges PM Modi in Assam

Modi also said, “The wounds inflicted by Jawaharlal Nehru, during the Chinese aggression in 1962, on the people of Assam are yet to heal.”

PM Modi inaugurates Rs 5,000 crore bamboo-based ethanol plant in Assam

The newly set-up plant will draw 5 lakh tonnes of green bamboo annually from four northeastern states.

'Hero of India's unity' Bhupen Hazarika lived 'Ek Bharat, Shresth Bharat' in his songs: PM Modi in Guwahati

“Bhupen Hazarika's music was special because it reflected the ideologies and principles he lived by. His immense love for Maa Bharti is evident in his songs," said PM Modi.

Rajdeep Choudhury’s ‘A Teacher’s Gift’ shines at Tribeca, taking Assam’s storytelling global

Rajdeep Choudhury, actor-writer from Silchar, Assam, earns global spotlight as his film A Teacher’s Gift secures official selection at Tribeca Festival Lisboa, marking his inspiring journey from local theatre to international acclaim.

Kaziranga National Park set to reopen early for tourists ahead of Durga Puja: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

On Sept 10, 2025, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma in Numaligarh announced that Kaziranga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, will reopen early for tourists ahead of Durga Puja.

Foreigners Tribunals in Assam can now detain illegal immigrants: Union home ministry

The home ministry granted the power to Foreigners Tribunals through The Immigration and Foreigners Order, 2025.

Centre completely supports Assam govt's eviction drive of illegal migrants, claims CM Himanta

Evictions will continue in the state as ''we are committed to free encroached land'', Assam CM Himanta said.

'Assam can't be led by people who make frequent visits to Pakistan': Amit Shah's 'war bugle' for assembly polls

Apparently referring to Gogoi's alleged links with the foreign nation, he said Assam cannot be led by people who make frequent visits to Pakistan.

Amit Shah demands apology from Rahul Gandhi over alleged abuses hurled against PM Modi, his mother

Shah added that several Congress leaders have used derogatory language against the Prime Minister in the past.

Amit Shah arrives on two-day visit to Assam, to hold discussions with BJP core committee on 2026 polls

Shah, who arrived on a BSF aircraft, was received at the Lokpriya Gopinath International Airport by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, members of his cabinet, and senior officials of the state.

'Assam not for infiltrators': Himanta Biswa Sarma slams activist Syeda Hameed for remarks on Bangladeshis

Sarma claimed that the identity of the Assamese people is on the brink of extinction due to the tacit support of the likes of Hameed

Names of evicted people will be deleted from voters' list of that place, says Assam CM Himanta

The chief minister had earlier claimed that the state was witnessing "invasion" from people of "one religion", who are allegedly encroaching on land to alter its demography.

Earthquake of magnitude 2.8 hits Assam's Dhubri

Dhubri earthquake: The tremor occurred at 1:01 am IST, at a depth of 10 km, with its epicentre located at 26.28°N latitude and 89.87°E longitude.

Assam University turns Rs 30 crore guest house into luxury hotel. Students, faculty cry foul

Faculty members too are outraged at the move. 'This was meant to serve academia, not commercial tourism,' said a senior professor of the Khanapara veterinary college.

Guns for borderlands: Assam's new firearm portal for 'indigenous' people sparks debate over gang violence

The gun licence portal is expected to go live later this month