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Air India will begin direct flights from Guwahati to Dubai and Abu Dhabi from August 4, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced. The move is expected to strengthen international connectivity, boost tourism, trade and investment, and enhance Guwahati’s role as a regional aviation hub
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The Assam government has intensified preparations for Ambubachi Mahayoga 2026 at Kamakhya Temple, where more than eight lakh devotees are expected. Authorities have strengthened security, healthcare, sanitation and crowd-management arrangements ahead of one of eastern India's largest religious gatherings
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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced portfolio allocations for the newly expanded Council of Ministers, retaining key departments like Home and Power. Major ministries including Finance, Health, and Education were distributed among cabinet colleagues to streamline governance
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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expanded his cabinet with the induction of 12 legislators, including 11 BJP MLAs and one AGP member. The council of ministers now has 17 members and represents various regions and communities across the state
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A new gecko species, Cyrtodactylus bapme, has been discovered in Assam’s Goalpara district. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma hailed the find at Urpad Beel, highlighting Assam’s rich biodiversity
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The Assam government tabled the Uniform Civil Code Bill 2026, banning polygamy and mandating registration of live-in relationships. Opposition parties demanded wider consultation, while the Bill excludes Scheduled Tribes and aims to simplify marriage, divorce, succession, and relationship laws
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Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that Assam will establish a counter-radicalisation cell to protect vulnerable youth from extremist influence. The chief minister said the government would firmly act against anyone attempting to mislead and radicalise young people in the state
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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said BSF and Assam Police jointly stopped 10 Bangladeshi nationals from illegally entering the state. He highlighted strict border vigilance and “smart detection” as key to ensuring security and preventing infiltration into Assam
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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma welcomed appeals by several Eidgah committees urging people to refrain from cow slaughter during Eid-ul-Zuha celebrations. He said such voluntary initiatives would strengthen communal harmony, while authorities in Dhubri reviewed security and legal measures ahead of Bakrid
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For the BJP, the shift from ‘war mode’ to ‘governance mode’ means shedding the jhumlas that helped it rise in West Bengal and Assam.
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Himanta Biswa Sarma shared a nostalgic throwback photo with friends, comparing it to the iconic Dil Chahta Hai moment. His social media post encouraged youngsters to travel, create memories, and cherish friendships, sparking reactions and discussions among netizens online
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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated India’s first AI and digital-powered “phygital” bank branch in Guwahati. The branch aims to enhance financial inclusion, offering instant credit access via UPI and AI-enabled services to support entrepreneurs and small businesses
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The Assam Cabinet has approved implementation of the Uniform Civil Code, with tribal communities exempted from its scope. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the bill would be introduced in the legislative assembly on May 26 and cover marriage, succession and divorce registration
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Himanta Biswa Sarma was sworn in for a second consecutive term as Chief Minister of Assam at a grand ceremony in Guwahati, marking the formation of the third straight NDA government in the state. The National Democratic Alliance secured a strong majority with 102 seats in the 126-member assembly
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Himanta Biswa Sarma will take oath as Assam chief minister for a second consecutive term on Tuesday in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and top NDA leaders after the BJP-led alliance secured a sweeping victory in the state assembly elections
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Himanta Biswa Sarma staked claim to form the next NDA government in Assam after the alliance secured 102 seats. Supported by BJP, AGP and BPF legislators, Sarma is set to become Assam’s first non-Congress chief minister to serve consecutive terms
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Himanta Biswa Sarma met Assam Governor to stake claim for NDA government formation after being elected BJP Legislature Party leader. He is set for a second consecutive term as Chief Minister, with swearing-in scheduled on May 12 in Guwahati
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Himanta Biswa Sarma was unanimously elected leader of the BJP-led NDA in Assam, clearing the way for a second consecutive term as Chief Minister. Backed by BJP allies AGP and BPF, the NDA secured a commanding two-thirds majority in Assembly elections
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Leaders of the BJP-led NDA will meet Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Sunday to take forward the process of government formation after the alliance secured a decisive victory in the Assembly elections. The oath-taking ceremony is scheduled for May 12
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The Asom Gana Parishad (AGP), BJP’s NDA ally in Assam, reaffirmed support for Himanta Biswa Sarma’s leadership and expressed desire for his second term as Chief Minister. The alliance highlighted development achievements and prepared for the upcoming swearing-in ceremony in Guwahati
