The Latest Breaking News from Assam

Who is Nandil, son of Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, who cleared Ironman?

Nandil Sarma, son of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, has successfully completed the Ironman Vietnam. This demanding endurance race involves a 3.8-km swim, a 180-km cycle, and a 42.2-km marathon. Nandil achieved this feat in approximately 16 hours after just a few months of preparation. His father expressed immense…

The Economic Times · May 15

Congress leader Pawan Khera appears before Assam Police Crime Branch for second consecutive day

Congress leader Pawan Khera appeared before Assam Police for a second day. This follows cases filed by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's wife. Khera is cooperating with the investigation. He faces charges including defamation and forgery. The Supreme Court had previously granted him anticipatory bail.

The Economic Times · May 14

Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi writes to Amit Shah over Nehru Place assault case, seeks review of safety measures for North East citizens

The alleged assault, molestation and racial abuse against two women from Assam and Bihar in Delhi's Nehru Palace area prompted Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi to raise concerns over the safety of North East citizens in Delhi, urging Union Home Minister Amit Shah to strengthen institutional mechanisms that protect them.

The Economic Times · May 13

Assam Cabinet full list: Here are leaders who took oath with Himanta Biswa Sarma as ministers

Himanta Biswa Sarma has taken oath as the Chief Minister of Assam for a second term. He leads the third NDA government in the state. Four other ministers also took oath. The NDA secured a two-thirds majority in the recent assembly polls. The BJP won 82 seats, with allies AGP…

The Economic Times · May 12

Himanta Biswa Sarma to take oath as Assam Chief Minister for second straight term

Himanta Biswa Sarma will be sworn in as Assam Chief Minister for a second consecutive term on Tuesday. Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya will administer the oath at 11:40 am. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other dignitaries are expected to attend. Sarma becomes the first non-Congress leader to achieve this feat.

The Economic Times · May 12

Summon envoy over Muslims' persecution, demands Jamaat

Following BJP's victories in Assam and West Bengal, allies of Bangladesh's Jamaat-e-Islami are alleging ongoing persecution of Muslims across the border. They claim "anti-Bangladesh" forces will continue to spread provocation and communalism. While some opposition groups demand Dhaka summon the Indian envoy, the ruling BNP emphasizes a neighborly relationship with…

The Times of India · May 11

From Congress bastion to BJP fortress: NDA set for historic third term in Assam

Assam witnesses a historic political shift as the BJP-led NDA secures a third consecutive term. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma makes history as the first non-Congress leader to be sworn in for a second straight term. The NDA's victory marks a significant change from the state's Congress dominance.

The Economic Times · May 11

PM Modi sees ‘saffron surge’ in Karnataka; celebrates BJP gains in Bengal, across other parts of India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the Bharatiya Janata Party's electoral successes across India. He credited the victories in Puducherry, Assam, and West Bengal to nationalistic politics and development. Modi noted the BJP's significant growth in West Bengal and Gujarat. He contrasted this with the Congress party's electoral decline over the…

The Economic Times · May 10

East India’s Hindutva turn may fuel a new era of India-Bangladesh hostility

Of all the implications of the BJP’s famous victory in West Bengal, the one that stands out from a longer historical perspective is perhaps its relation to the “idea of India”.

Newslaundry · May 8

Assam new govt swearing-in on May 12

Assam's new BJP-led NDA government will take oath on May 12. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the ceremony. Preparations are underway for security and traffic management. The NDA secured a significant victory in the recent elections.

The Economic Times · May 7