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13 May

Sonowal Says NDA 3.0 Committed to Protecting Indigenous Land and Border Security

riya EditorAssam

Union minister and senior BJP leader Sarbananda Sonowal on Tuesday said the BJP-led NDA 3.0 government would continue to take strict action against infiltrators and protect indigenous land rights during its five-year term. “In the next five years, the NDA government will continue to take firm action against infiltrators and ensure protection of indigenous land rights. Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi vision of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’ and the strong, dynamic and people-oriented leadership of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, the wave of development will continue across every region of Assam,” Sonowal said after attending the swearing-in ceremony of the…

13 May

Suspected Poachers Kill Wild Elephant on Outskirts of Guwahati

riya EditorAssam

A male wild elephant was gunned down by suspected poachers in the Dikchak hills under the Topatoli Beat area of the Sonapur Forest Range near Guwahati. This incident has raised serious questions about wildlife protection in the forests along the Assam-Meghalaya. Local people said gunshots were heard in the area during the early hours of Tuesday, following which a herd of elephants was seen running frantically through the forested area, raising immediate suspicion among villagers. The matter was subsequently reported to forest officials. Sources said a search operation was launched by the Forest department, assisted by residents. However, after hours…

12 May

Narendra Modi Congratulates Himanta Biswa Sarma on Third Consecutive NDA Government in Assam

Paromita EditorAssam

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…

12 May

Nitin Gadkari Says Projects Worth ₹2 Lakh Crore in Pipeline for Assam

Paromita EditorAssam

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…

12 May

Devendra Fadnavis Backs Himanta Biswa Sarma, Praises Assam’s Growth Potential

Paromita EditorAssam

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,”…

12 May

Simon Wong Congratulates Himanta Biswa Sarma, Reaffirms Support for Assam

Paromita EditorAssam

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…

12 May

Man Detained After Live Bullets Recovered at Assam Swearing-In Ceremony Venue

Paromita EditorAssam

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…

12 May

Four New Faces in Assam Cabinet: Himanta Biswa Sarma Confirms Oath Ceremony

riya EditorAssam

Four newly elected MLAs of the NDA will take oath as ministers along with chief minister designate Himanta Biswa Sarma during the swearing-in ceremony at Khanapara in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday. The leaders named for induction into the Assam Council of Ministers are Rameswar Teli, Atul Bora, Charan Boro and Ajanta Neog. "Happy to announce that the following four colleagues of mine will take oath as ministers tomorrow along with me in the august presence of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji. They are Shri Rameswar Teli, Shri Atul Bora, Shri Charan Boro and…

11 May

Assam RGU Joins Hands With Indian Museum Kolkata To Hold Exhibition, Workshops

Paromita EditorAssam

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…

11 May

Assam 3.0: Himanta Biswa Sarma Eyes 19-Member Cabinet for New Term

SonaliAssam

Following a resounding victory in the 2026 Assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is preparing for a historic third consecutive term in Assam. Caretaker Chief Minister and CM-elect Himanta Biswa Sarma has indicated that the new state cabinet is expected to consist of 18 to 19 ministers. This announcement comes as the state gears up for the grand swearing-in ceremony scheduled for Tuesday, May 12, at the Veterinary College Field in Khanapara, Guwahati. Sarma, who led the alliance to a commanding 102-seat victory in the 126-member house, remains the primary architect of the new administration.…