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As Narendra Modi pushes for austerity measures and reduced VIP convoys amid global economic uncertainty linked to the Iran war, Himanta Biswa Sarma is already operating with one of the leanest high-security convoys among Indian Chief Ministers. Official sources said that despite being a Z Plus protectee, Sarma’s convoy within Guwahati consists of only six vehicles. Unlike many high-security political convoys seen across the country, his movement does not include separate ambulances or jammer vehicles. Sources added that this is not merely a response to the recent call for fuel conservation and austerity. Following the Prime Minister’s appeal for lower…

Himanta Biswa Sarma on May 13 stated that Assam feels more secure now that the Bharatiya Janata Party is in power in West Bengal. He said that political unity between the two neighbouring states would help improve coordination on common issues.Speaking to reporters in Guwahati, a day after taking oath for a second consecutive term as Chief Minister, Sarma said Assam and West Bengal have long shared several challenges, especially in matters related to law and order and inter-state coordination.He said that in the past, criminals often crossed into West Bengal, and cooperation between the two states was not always…

In a post on X, Narendra Modi said, “A great day for Assam! For the third consecutive time, the NDA government assumes office. Congratulations to Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma on taking oath.” He added that Sarma has made a mark as an excellent administrator and has carried out pioneering work for the state. The Prime Minister also conveyed his best wishes for the new tenure. Modi further congratulated newly inducted ministers Rameswar Teli, Atul Bora, Charan Boro and Ajanta Neog, expressing confidence that they would help strengthen Assam’s development journey. Responding to the Prime Minister’s message, Himanta Biswa Sarma thanked…

Nitin Gadkari said infrastructure projects worth nearly ₹2 lakh crore are in the pipeline for Assam, expressing confidence that the BJP-led government under Himanta Biswa Sarma would honour the trust reposed by the people with renewed focus on development. Speaking ahead of Sarma’s swearing-in ceremony in Guwahati, Central Minister of Road Transport & Highways Gadkari said the people of Assam had once again placed their faith in the Bharatiya Janata Party by giving it a third consecutive mandate. “The trust that the people of Assam have shown in the BJP for the third time will be justified. Assam will continue…

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis expressed confidence in the leadership of Himanta Biswa Sarma as he took oath as the Chief Minister of Assam for a second consecutive term.Mr. Fadnavis thanked the people of Assam for electing the NDA government for a third straight term and said the state would play a crucial role in the country’s growth in the coming years.“For the third time, the Bharatiya Janata Party government is being formed in Assam. I bow to the people of Assam for the immense faith they have placed in Narendra Modi and our popular Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma,”…

Simon Wong on Tuesday, May 12, congratulated Himanta Biswa Sarma as he began his second consecutive term as Chief Minister of Assam, reaffirming Singapore’s continued support for the state and its development journey. In a message posted on X, Wong highlighted the growing partnership between Singapore and Assam and expressed confidence in the state’s progress under Sarma’s leadership. “Big congratulations to our dear friend Himanta Biswa. Your new term as Chief Minister will no doubt propel Assam to greater heights. As your trusted friend, we will stand by Assam as always,” Wong said. Earlier in the day, Sarma visited the…

A man was taken into custody on Tuesday, May 12, after a few rounds of live bullets were allegedly recovered from him during security screening at the venue of the swearing-in ceremony of the new government in Assam, police said.The incident took place at Veterinary College Field in Khanapara, where Himanta Biswa Sarma was set to take oath as Chief Minister for a second consecutive term.According to police, the bullets were recovered from the man during routine security checks at one of the entry gates of the venue.“He was taken into custody for questioning and is being taken to Basistha…

The Assam Royal Global University in Guwahati is set to host a landmark cultural and academic initiative in collaboration with the Indian Museum, Kolkata, under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India.A major highlight of the event will be the launch of a specially curated exhibition titled “Bharat – Contours of Continuity”, featuring rare replicas and heritage treasures from the collections of the Indian Museum.The special exhibition will remain open for seven days, from May 13 to 21, offering students, scholars, and the public a unique opportunity to experience the rich cultural legacy preserved by one of India’s most esteemed…

A suspected interstate human organ trafficking network operating in Assam was busted after a joint operation by Dibrugarh and Tinsukia police led to the arrest of four alleged brokers from Margherita on Friday.The arrested accused have been identified as Zakir Hussain (53), Shankar Chentanu (28), Samir Paul (37) and Gopal Roy (31).According to police sources, the accused were allegedly involved in a racket that targeted financially vulnerable individuals and lured them with promises of money and jobs before attempting to illegally sell their organs.Investigators said the accused were allegedly trying to take a 35-year-old man, Rajiv Dey of Margherita, for…