Tensions between Assam and Meghalaya continued to affect road connectivity on Friday as cab operators and transport workers in Assam maintained a blockade on routes leading to Meghalaya, despite a conversation between the chief ministers of the two states aimed at calming the situation. The protest, which entered its second day, disrupted movement at key...
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced a major infrastructure investment plan worth ₹1.5 lakh crore, combining state resources with proposed central government support, as part of the state’s long-term objective of becoming a developed state by 2047. Sarma made the announcement during his Independence Day address at Khanapara in Guwahati on Saturday. The...
Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan has extended financial support to people affected by devastating floods in Assam by contributing ₹1 crore towards relief and recovery efforts. The actor’s donation aims to assist communities struggling with the aftermath of severe flooding that has caused widespread damage across several parts of the northeastern state. The contribution comes at...
Assam’s flood crisis has intensified, with the death toll rising to 47 and Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma warning that around 70 to 80 people may still be missing. The situation remains particularly serious in parts of Upper Assam, where widespread flooding, swollen rivers and relentless rescue operations have disrupted normal life and affected hundreds...
The Assam government has announced a significant policy shift in the process of Aadhaar card issuance for individuals above the age of 18, introducing stricter verification mechanisms aimed at preventing misuse of identity documents and addressing concerns related to illegal immigration. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated that the new measures are intended to ensure...
In a significant political and administrative development, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has allocated portfolios to 12 newly inducted ministers following the recent expansion of the state cabinet. The move is being viewed as a strategic effort to strengthen governance, improve administrative efficiency, and prepare the government for upcoming developmental and political challenges. The...
A Delhi court has issued a notice to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in connection with a plea filed by social activist Harsh Mander alleging hate speech and seeking legal action over certain public remarks attributed to the senior BJP leader. The development marks a significant legal step in a politically sensitive matter involving...
The Assam government has announced an ambitious roadmap to transform the State into a ₹10 lakh crore economy by 2028, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma highlighting infrastructure expansion, industrial investment, employment generation, and administrative reforms as key drivers of growth. Speaking during discussions linked to the State’s economic and developmental agenda, the Chief Minister...
Guwahati: Thousands of grieving fans gathered at Kamarkuchi Village in Sonapur on Tuesday, September 23, as legendary Assamese singer Zubeen Garg was laid to rest with full state honours. The cremation ceremony turned into an emotional farewell, with tearful tributes pouring in from across the state. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju attended the funeral on behalf...
Guwahati: The Assam government has ordered a detailed probe into the death of popular singer Zubeen Garg, who tragically passed away in Singapore. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma confirmed that an inquiry would be conducted to uncover the circumstances surrounding the singer’s demise. Multiple FIRs have been registered against North East India Festival organiser Shyamkanu...