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The history of the Kuki insurgency in Manipur

Who are the Kukis and what are their political aspirations and demands?

The Hindu

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma is a past master of breaking up parties: JD-U leader

IMPHAL: The JD (U), which has become a strong force in Manipur ahead of the crucial state assembly polls, has come down heavily on BJP strongman and Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma for his craftsmanship of breaking up political parties.

The Times of India

Court summons Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma for ‘flouting’ model code

GUWAHATI: A chief judicial magistrate here has summoned Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma to appear before his court on February 25 in an alleged case of violation of model code of conduct during the Lok Sabha election in 2019.

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Assam: BJP promises infra devpt, solution to civic issues

GUWAHATI: The ruling BJP on Thursday released its “Sankalp Patra” (manifesto) for the municipal elections, which is scheduled to be held on March 6, with promises of infrastructure development and solutions to different civic issues, including waste management and round-the-clock tap water for households.

The Times of India

Assam chief minister says 'misunderstanding' over football ground's use for cricket

GUWAHATI: Days after hundreds of football players and fans hit the streets demanding a permanent football ground in Guwahati, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday claimed that a "misunderstanding" has led to this situation.

The Times of India

Habitat loss likely reason why Mandarin duck flew away

GUWAHATI: A solo Mandarin duck, spotted close to the Baghjan oil blowout site in upper Assam’s Tinsukia district on Sunday, unfortunately could not be seen on Monday. The beautiful migratory bird had created considerable flutter at the Maguri-Motapung wetland because of its sighting for the second consecutive year.

The Times of India

Assam Police freeze drug kingpin’s properties

GUWAHATI: Assam Police has been able to freeze the illegally acquired properties of a suspected drug kingpin, probably for the first time in the country, a top official said on Monday.

The Times of India

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Better-than-average winter in Mumbai a balm for Covid-hit Tibetan sweater-sellers

MUMBAI: Winter is going but the ice-breakers keep coming. "Are you from Assam?" asks a woman mounting the backseat of a bike after purchasing a bunch of woolen caps and socks from Recho Pelmo. "I'm Tibetan," replies the 65-year-old hawker from Karnataka.

The Times of India

Assam govt. guesthouse on Kaziranga animal corridor

The park’s director updates Forest Department on the encroachment status, seeking necessary action in keeping with a Supreme Court order in 2019

The Hindu

Railways downs Tamil Nadu in Federation Cup volleyball

Kerala scored a fighting 3-2 victory over Assam

The Hindu

Congress women leaders approach Women’s Commission against Assam CM

Telangana Mahila Congress leaders, including TPCC working president J. Geeta Reddy and former Union Minister Renuka Chowdary, stepped up their demand for action against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma by submitting a complaint with the Telangana State Women’s Commission and later burning his effigy.

The Hindu

Ranji Trophy: Shah's maiden double ton takes Maharashtra to 415; Assam 81/2 in reply

ROHTAK: Debutant Pavan Shah slammed his maiden double hundred to take Maharashtra to an imposing 415 and put them in a commanding position against Assam on the second day of their Elite Group G Ranji Trophy game on Friday.

The Times of India

Distribution of free textbooks begins in Assam

GUWAHATI: The state education department on Thursday started distributing over 3.22 crore textbooks in nine mediums and 19 languages for around 62 lakh students. Sources in the education department said that the number of students enrolled would be known at the beginning of the new academic session in April, but…

The Times of India

Man wanted for rhino poaching in Assam arrested in Malappuram

Assam government had declared him a ‘wanted’ accused

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Manipur Assembly elections | Freebies for students, ‘Fo Fo’ train in BJP poll manifesto

BJP replicates Assam model with promise of free scooties and laptops

The Hindu

Police diluted complaint against Assam CM at KCR’s behest: Revanth

He lodges fresh complaint with punishable sections citing court judgments

The Hindu

Hyderabad Police registers case against Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma for remarks on Rahul Gandhi

Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao had also condemned Himanta Biswa Sarma’s remarks

The Hindu

Assam to change names of places that do not reflect its culture

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma says portal will be launched seeking suggestions

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Assam: Minor arrested for allegedly raping, murdering 6-year-old girl

A minor was arrested for allegedly raping and murdering a six-year-old girl from Hailakandi in Assam. Full story

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Assam to change names of places to match culture, traditions: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Sarma informed that a portal will be launched to invite suggestions on change of names across Assam which are "contrary to our civilisation, culture and derogatory to any caste or community". Full story

The Hindu

Mahila Congress stages novel protest

Take procession of Assam CM on donkeys

The Hindu

COVID-19 restrictions lifted in Assam as cases come down

Other northeastern States may follow suit

The Times of India

Assam to unlock fully today, first in the country to do so

GUWAHATI: Normal pre-pandemic life without any kind of Covid restrictions that existed till the last part of March, 2020 will start again in Assam from Tuesday. The state closed down for the first time under the nationwide lockdown on March 25 two years ago.

The Times of India

Assam: AAP candidates to sign loyalty affidavits before municipal polls

GUWAHATI: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) candidates in the Assam municipal election have been asked to sign “loyalty affidavits”.

The Hindu

CLP leader flays ‘derogatory comments’ against Rahul

Congress Legislature Party (CLP) leader Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka on Sunday lodged a police complaint against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma of the BJP for allegedly making derogatory comments against Congress leader and Member of Parliament Rahul Gandhi.

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