Assam

30 Jul

Assam to send delegation to Mizoram for boundary discussions

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Mizoram and Assam are set to resume border talks in August, marking the first discussions in twenty months aimed at resolving the longstanding inter-state boundary dispute. Mizoram Home Minister K Sapdanga announced on Monday that the next round of border talks will be held in Aizawl on August 9. The previous round of talks took place in November 2022 in Guwahati. "The Assam home secretary last week communicated to our home secretary about their intention to come to Aizawl on August 9 for talks. We conveyed our consent to the Assam government after consulting Chief Minister Lalduhoma," Sapdanga told PTI.…

29 Jul

PM Modi celebrates Assam’s Charaideo Maidam’s UNESCO World Heritage status

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed pride in his Mann Ki Baat radio address over the inclusion of Assam's Charaideo Maidam in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list. This significant achievement marks India's 43rd UNESCO World Heritage Site and the first Cultural World Heritage site from the Northeast. Charaideo, the original capital of the Ahom dynasty, holds deep historical significance. The Maidams, or burial mounds, served as repositories for the remains of Ahom ancestors and their treasured possessions. Modi highlighted that these structures symbolize reverence for the departed Ahom rulers and dignitaries.The Prime Minister lauded the Ahom Empire's remarkable longevity, which…

27 Jul

New Leadership for Kamatapur Council: Jibesh Roy Takes Over as Chief Executive Councilor After Gakul Barman’s Departure

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Jibesh Roy from Sasargaon Part 1, District-Dhubri, has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Councilor of the Kamatapur Autonomous Council (KAC) by the Governor of Assam. This appointment follows the resignation of Sri Gakul Barman and is effective immediately until further notice. A notification from the Governor's office stated, "In the interest of public service, in partial modification of the Notification issued vide No.TAD/BC/34/2020/149 dtd.25/02/2021, and in exercise of powers u/s 59 of the Kamatapur Autonomous Council (Amendment) Act, 2020, the Governor of Assam is pleased to appoint Jibesh Roy, Sasargaon Part 1, District-Dhubri, Executive Councilor, Kamatapur Autonomous Council…

25 Jul

Important highlights of Union Budget 2024, for Assam

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Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman has presented her seventh consecutive budget under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third term. According to the Union Budget 2024, it focuses much on job opportunities as the country is grappling with an unemployed problem. Well, here are some benefits that Assam has in the Union Budget, 2024: Pradhan Mantri Cha Shramik Protsahan Yojana (PMCSPY): An allocation of ₹1,000 crore has been earmarked for the welfare of tea workers, with a special focus on women. Increase in Special Package for Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC): The special package for BTC has been increased to ₹174.66 crore, up from…

24 Jul

Renowned music composer Ramen Baruah reported missing, Assam police in investigation

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Noted Assamese music composer Ramen Baruah, 84 resident of Latasil area, Guwahati left home for a nearby temple and did not return till late evening, following which his family informed the police. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expresses concern on the missing, through X he said, "His absence worries his family, friends, and countless admirers. I have asked Commissioner of @GuwahatiPol Sri Diganta Bora to mobilize all resources and take swift action to locate him." According to the police investigation sources, the team is still in search. However, Ramen Baruah went missing on Monday.

23 Jul

Assam Minister announces strict guidelines for rehab centers

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In response to recent controversies involving inmate deaths, inhumane treatment, and criminal activities at various rehabilitation centers, the Assam government has introduced stringent regulations for the operation and establishment of new rehab centers across the state. Assam Minister Pijush Hazarika announced the new guidelines on Monday, aiming to enhance oversight and ensure humane treatment of inmates. Under the new rules, prospective rehabilitation centers must submit an application to the district commissioner's office. This application will be reviewed by a state-level committee, and approved centers will receive a license to operate. The guidelines mandate that all rehab centers, whether government-run or…

22 Jul

‘Deeply appreciate the generosity of Jharkhand’- says Assam CM

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As Northeast is massively effected by flood in most of the regions, Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren has offered assistance to Assam of Rs. 2 crore. Through X, the CM said, "Hon'ble CM of Jharkhand, Hemant Soren Ji has graciously offered Rs 2 crore to the Chief Minister's Relief Fund of Assam to aid flood-affected people. On behalf of the people of Assam, I deeply appreciate the generosity of the kind-hearted people of Jharkhand and the Hon’ble chief minister." Earlier, Assam CM has accused Jharkhand CM for failing to act against the demography change of the state, Jharkhand which has…

20 Jul

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma says Assam to be Muslim-Majority state by 2041

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Assam Government has been taking major steps in the state to control Muslim population. Earlier, the government has announced to abolish Muslim marriage and Divorce Act. Recently, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has claimed that Muslim population is rising by 30 per cent every day which is double the Hindu population growth of 16 per cent. Assam CM said, "By 2041, Assam will become a Muslim-majority state. It's a reality and nobody can stop it." He also attacked Congress leader Rahul Gandhi by saying, "Congress has the most important role in arresting the population growth of Muslims… If Rahul…

19 Jul

Assam Cabinet approves bill to abolish Muslim marriages, divorce Act

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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to safeguard move against child marriage, has decided to abolish Muslim marriage act. The Assam government will table a new act in the upcoming monsoon session of the assembly. He said, "We have taken a significant step to ensure justice for our daughters and sisters by putting additional safeguards against child marriage. In the meeting of the Assam cabinet today, we have decided to repeal the Assam Muslim Marriages and Divorce Registration Act, 1935." The Assam CM also said repealing will bring parity in registration of marriage and divorce.

18 Jul

‘Assam Muslim Population Now 40%’: CM Himanta Sarma

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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has claimed that Muslim community population is rising in the state, Assam. He said, "I come from Assam and demographic change is a big issue for me. Muslim population in my state is 40 per cent now, which was 12 per cent in 1951. It is not a political issue for me, but a matter of life and death." Assam CM who is also the BJP's Jharkhand election co-in charge, accused Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren for converting Jharkhand into a mini-Bangladesh. Sarma said, "The infiltrators come to Jharkhand and marry tribal girls to…