Assam

Assam Maternal Mortality Rate Falls Below National Average

Assam has reached a historic health milestone as its maternal mortality rate dropped to 84, surpassing the national average for the first time.

Bibar Daimary • 26 May 2026

Trial Set for Zubeen Garg Death Case After Charges Formally Framed

A fast-track court has officially framed charges against seven individuals in the Zubeen Garg death case, with trial proceedings scheduled to begin June 8.

Bibar Daimary • 26 May 2026

Assam Assembly Adopts Women’s Reservation Resolution Amid Political Dispute

Assam's Assembly passed a resolution for 33 percent female representation, sparking a political clash as the Chief Minister criticized the Congress party.

Bibar Daimary • 26 May 2026

Arunachal Governor calls on law students to prioritize ethics and public service

Governor KT Parnaik urged Jarbom Gamlin Government Law College students to pursue law with integrity, social responsibility, and a commitment to justice.

Bibar Daimary • 26 May 2026

Assam Targets 10 Lakh Crore Economy by 2028

Assam aims to reach a 10 lakh crore economy by 2028, backed by strong growth figures and significant central government financial support.

Timungpi Terang • 26 May 2026

Manas National Park Engages Local Students in Wildlife Conservation

Over 1,500 students near Manas National Park have joined the Manas Mitra Programme to learn about wildlife conservation and ecological protection.

Bibar Daimary • 26 May 2026

Fast Track Court Frames Charges in Zubeen Garg Death Case

A Guwahati court has formally charged seven individuals in connection with the death of musical icon Zubeen Garg, with the trial set to begin on June 8.

Bibar Daimary • 26 May 2026

Assam and Bhutan Leaders Reaffirm Partnership Following Prime Minister Tobgay's Visit

Bhutan Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay visited Guwahati this week, meeting with top Assam officials to bolster bilateral, cultural, and economic cooperation.

Bibar Daimary • 26 May 2026

Assam Chief Minister Urges Eid Harmony by Discouraging Cow Sacrifice

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma called for communal harmony this Eid, encouraging citizens to avoid cow sacrifice while outlining the state's economic goals.

Timungpi Terang • 26 May 2026

Assam Chief Minister outlines five-year plan for wages, jobs and growth

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has pledged to increase tea worker wages to Rs 450 and create two lakh government jobs for the state's youth.

Timungpi Terang • 26 May 2026

Assam TMC Leader Addresses Cow Sacrifice Appeal Amidst Religious Sensitivity

Assam TMC leader Sherman Ali discussed the importance of peace and neighborly duty after the CM asked citizens to refrain from cow sacrifice during Bakrid.

Bibar Daimary • 26 May 2026

Himanta Biswa Sarma Links Election Loss to Opposition of Infrastructure Projects

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma claims that Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi's opposition to infrastructure projects led to his recent election defeat.

Bibar Daimary • 26 May 2026

Assam Congress Leader Criticizes Proposed Uniform Civil Code

Assam Congress leader Zubair Anam argues the proposed Uniform Civil Code is not truly uniform because it excludes certain tribal communities from provisions.

Timungpi Terang • 26 May 2026

Assam Targets Economic Growth and Poverty Reduction

Assam BJP leader Bhupen Bora outlines the government's ambitious plan to reach a 10 lakh crore economy and significantly reduce poverty levels by 2029.

Timungpi Terang • 26 May 2026

Assam Government Weighs Spending Cuts to Combat Rising Inflation

Assam officials are planning budget cuts to address rising inflation while monitoring the potential economic fallout from global geopolitical conflicts.

Bibar Daimary • 26 May 2026

CAG Report Highlights Major Financial Irregularities in Assam

The CAG audit report reveals that Assam spent ₹509 crore without budget approval and holds over ₹23,000 crore in pending utilization certificates.

Bibar Daimary • 26 May 2026

Asaduddin Owaisi Criticizes Assam's Proposed Uniform Civil Code

AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi slammed Assam's new Uniform Civil Code Bill, claiming it forces Hindu legal principles onto the state's Muslim population.

Bibar Daimary • 26 May 2026

Assam election winners see surge in public support, ADR report finds

A new study reveals that winning candidates in Assam's latest assembly elections secured higher vote shares and broader public support than in 2021.

Bibar Daimary • 26 May 2026

Suspected Robber Killed in Police Gunfight in Assam

A suspect wanted for a robbery in Assam died after a shootout with police in the Nagaon district late Monday night during an attempted heist.

Bibar Daimary • 26 May 2026

Bhutan Prime Minister Visits Assam to Strengthen Regional Ties

Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay visited Assam to meet with Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya and CM Himanta Biswa Sarma to bolster regional cooperation.

Timungpi Terang • 25 May 2026