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15 May

Himanta Biswa Sarma reviews key infrastructure and power projects across Assam

Sonakshi SarkarNorth East

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that more than 60 per cent of the investment proposals announced during the Advantage Assam 2.0 summit had reached advanced stages of implementation, with several projects already becoming operational across the state. The Chief Minister reviewed the progress of major investment, infrastructure and power sector projects during a high-level meeting and said the government was closely tracking proposals worth over Rs 5 lakh crore committed during the Advantage Assam 2.0 summit held in February 2025. Sharing details after the review, Sarma said the government was focused on ensuring that investment announcements move quickly…

15 May

Himanta Biswa Sarma government announces key portfolio changes after 2026 poll victory

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Senior BJP leader Chandramohan Patowary is set to take oath as the Pro-tem Speaker of the Assam Legislative Assembly on May 15, ahead of the first sitting of the newly constituted House following the 2026 Assembly elections.According to official sources, Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya will administer the oath to Patowary during a ceremony scheduled at Raj Bhavan at 11:30 am on Friday. As Pro-tem Speaker, Patowary will preside over the initial proceedings of the Assembly, including the swearing-in of newly elected MLAs and the conduct of the election for the Speaker of the House. The appointment is considered a…

14 May

Pawan Khera Asked to Reappear Before Assam Crime Branch on May 14

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Congress leader Pawan Khera was questioned for more than 10 hours by the Assam Police Crime Branch on May 13 in connection with cases linked to alleged remarks concerning passports and foreign properties involving Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and his wife Riniki Bhuyan Sarma. Khera appeared before the Crime Branch office in Guwahati after being summoned by investigators as part of the ongoing probe. The cases were registered after the Congress leader allegedly accused the Chief Minister of possessing multiple passports and undisclosed properties abroad. After the questioning session ended late in the evening, Khera told reporters that…

14 May

Lakshman Prasad Acharya Orders Energy-Saving Measures at Raj Bhavan Amid West Asia Crisis

Sonakshi SarkarNorth East

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya has announced a 70 per cent reduction in his official convoy as part of efforts to support fuel conservation following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal amid the ongoing crisis in West Asia. According to an official statement issued on May 14, the Governor has also directed steps to reduce electricity consumption at Lok Bhavan in Guwahati as part of a wider initiative aimed at conserving resources and improving administrative efficiency. The Raj Bhavan said the decision was taken in view of the need to encourage responsible use of fuel and energy at a time when…

13 May

Family of Jiwan Theeng Expresses Gratitude for Statue Installation in Gangtok

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The family members of late Jiwan Theeng, popularly known as “Mato Kavi”, have expressed heartfelt gratitude to Prem Singh Tamang and the Government of Sikkim for installing the statue of the noted poet at Jiwan Theeng Marg in the Development Area of Gangtok. In a statement issued by the family, they said the installation of the statue fulfilled a long-pending aspiration and marked a proud and historic moment for the people of Sikkim as well as admirers of the late poet’s literary legacy. The family stated that honouring a respected literary figure like Jiwan Theeng reflects deep respect for the…

13 May

Statue of “Mato Kavi” Jiwan Theeng Hailed as Tribute to Nepali Literary Legacy in Sikkim

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Several literary personalities in Sikkim have expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Government of Sikkim for installing a statue of noted poet Jiwan Theeng at Jiwan Theeng Marg in the Development Area of Gangtok. Members of the literary community described the installation as a meaningful tribute to the late poet, who is widely remembered for his contribution to Nepali literature in the state. Jiwan Theeng was popularly known by the honorary title “Mato Kavi”, a recognition earned through his literary works and influence on Nepali writing and poetry in Sikkim. Literary personalities said the decision of the state government to honour…

13 May

Union Ministers Back NDA 3.0, Promise Faster Growth and Infrastructure in Assam

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Senior Union ministers has welcomed the formation of the third NDA government in Assam and said the new administration led by Himanta Biswa Sarma would further accelerate development, improve governance and strengthen infrastructure across the state. The oath-taking ceremony was held in Guwahati in the presence of Narendra Modi, senior Union ministers and NDA leaders from different parts of the country. Lakshman Prasad Acharya administered the oath of office and secrecy to Himanta Biswa Sarma and members of the new council of ministers. Along with Sarma, BJP leaders Rameswar Teli and Ajanta Neog, AGP president Atul Bora and BPF MLA…

13 May

Himanta Biswa Sarma Takes Oath Again as CM, Sonowal Promises Growth and Indigenous Protection

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Sarbananda Sonowal has said Assam would continue moving towards development, peace, prosperity and self-confidence under the vision of Narendra Modi and the leadership of Himanta Biswa Sarma as the NDA 3.0 government began its new term in the state. Sonowal made the remarks while attending the swearing-in ceremony of the new NDA government in Guwahati in the presence of Prime Minister Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and several senior NDA leaders. Describing the occasion as a “historic and proud day” for Assam, Sonowal congratulated Himanta Biswa Sarma after he took oath again as the chief minister along with members…

11 May

Police intensify security at Inter State Bus Terminus after counterfeit currency recovery

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Police seized fake currency notes worth around Rs 2.45 lakh during an operation at the Inter State Bus Terminus (ISBT) in Guwahati and detained a youth from Arunachal Pradesh in connection with the case, officials said on Sunday. The operation was conducted on May 10 under the supervision of ACP Nilotpal Saikia of Azara subdivision after police received inputs regarding the movement of counterfeit currency in the area. According to police sources, the accused has been identified as Geyon Tayeng, a resident of Arunachal Pradesh. He was intercepted by the police team during the operation at ISBT Guwahati. During checking…

11 May

NDA leaders, Union ministers likely to attend Assam CM oath-taking event in Guwahati

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Senior BJP leader Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma will take oath as the Chief Minister of Assam on May 12 after receiving formal approval from Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya, according to an official notification issued by the Raj Bhavan.The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled to be held at 11:40 am on Tuesday at the Veterinary College Field in Khanapara in Guwahati. Preparations for the event have already begun, with security arrangements and stage construction work underway at the venue.The official notification stated that the Governor appointed Himanta Biswa Sarma as the Chief Minister under clause (1) of Article 164 of the Constitution…