Assam CM: Local Muslims Back BJP, 'Mias' Won't
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma claims local Muslims' support key to BJP's Barak Valley wins, predicts 10/13 seats in 2026. He announced a new Rs 79 crore bridge and other projects.
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Assam bans radical literature, cites Bangladesh unrest
Assam government invokes new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita to ban JMB, ABT materials. Crackdown follows arrests and fears of cross-border radicalization targeting youth. Read more.
PM Modi's Namrup Visit: DGP Reviews Security for Rs 11,000 Cr Project
Assam DGP Harmeet Singh reviewed security for PM Modi's Dec 21 Namrup visit to lay the foundation stone for a Rs 11,000-crore ammonia-urea project. The plant aims to boost agriculture and create jobs.
Assam Congress Rolls Out People's Manifesto Campaign
Assam Congress launches a state-wide campaign to crowdsource a people's manifesto using 'aspirational boxes'. APCC chief Gaurav Gogoi leads the initiative targeting key issues ahead of 2024 polls.
Assam Police Recruits 1,715 Constables: Apply Now
SLPRB Assam invites applications for 1,715 Constable posts in Armed & Unarmed branches. Apply online from Dec 16, 2025 to Jan 16, 2026. Check eligibility & process.
1985 Flashback: SAARC Unity, Gandhi on Punjab Terror
On December 6, 1985, SAARC foreign ministers backed regional cooperation, PM Rajiv Gandhi called for firm action against Punjab terrorists, and an acid leak in Delhi turned fatal. Explore this pivotal day in history.
Assam CM Targets Jan 15 for NDA Seat-Sharing Pact
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma says BJP-led NDA aims to finalize seat-sharing by mid-January. BJP claims ST status move for six communities has left opposition in political despair. Details inside.
40 Years Ago: Delhi Gas Leak Panic After Bhopal
On Dec 5, 1985, sulphuric acid fumes from a Delhi factory leak caused widespread panic, just a year after Bhopal. L-G ordered a probe, three executives arrested. Read the full story.
Assam ST Status Groups Seek Urgent Tripartite Meeting
Six communities in Assam demand urgent tripartite talks with Centre and state to resolve Scheduled Tribe status deadlock. Protests escalate, impacting daily life.
5,815 Youth Get Assam Govt Jobs in Major Recruitment Drive
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma hands over appointment letters to 5,815 recruits for police & home dept. He highlights transparent, merit-based hiring, with total jobs since 2021 now at 1,41,194. Read more.
PM Modi Meets Assam Lawmakers, Reviews Scheme Data
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a key meeting with lawmakers from Assam, a state set for polls in 2026. He specifically sought enrolment data for central welfare schemes targeting women and children.
Dec 1985: Rajiv Gandhi in Japan, Bhopal Aid Scrutinised
On December 2, 1985, PM Rajiv Gandhi concluded a Japan visit for economic modernisation. Meanwhile, Union Carbide's $5M Bhopal aid was deemed a pittance. Explore this pivotal day in India's history.
Rajiv Gandhi's 1985 Tech Import Norms & Key Events
On December 2, 1985, PM Rajiv Gandhi set strict tech import rules for industry, Karnataka CM called for tougher libel laws, and Punjab saw violence. Explore this pivotal day in India's history.
Khasi-Jaintia Development Council Formed in Assam's Cachar
Assam's Education Minister Ranoj Pegu launches Khasi-Jaintia Development Council in Cachar to address land rights and welfare gaps for tribal communities in Barak Valley. Read more.
Assam's Tribal Status Promise in Lok Sabha Polls
Explore how the promise of Scheduled Tribe status for six Assam communities is shaping the electoral battle in at least six Lok Sabha constituencies. Discover the political strategies of BJP and Congress.
1985: Terrorists Kill Police, Rajiv Invites Pak's Zia
December 1, 1985: Suspected terrorists ambush police in Ferozepur, killing 2 officers. Rajiv Gandhi invites Pakistan's Zia-ul-Haq to nuclear facility. Read more historical insights.
Secret 1984 Assam Report Exposed After 41 Years
Assam government unveils suppressed 1984 Tewary Commission report exposing land disputes as root cause of Nellie massacre. Discover the explosive findings kept hidden for four decades.
Assam's Climate Action: 6 Projects Done, 9 Ongoing
Assam govt completes 6 climate research projects, with 9 more in progress. The state's comprehensive Climate Change Action Plan features 211 actions across key sectors.
Assam Passes Bill Banning Polygamy: What to Know
Assam Assembly approves landmark bill to prohibit polygamy, creating uniform marriage laws. Learn about the provisions, exemptions, and implementation timeline.
1983 Nellie Massacre Reports Made Public After Decades
Two historic reports on the 1983 Assam massacre have been made public, revealing official findings about the Nellie violence that claimed thousands of lives. Discover the truth behind one of India's darkest chapters.
Himanta Sarma: Migrant Muslims are Congress's Oxygen
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma claims Congress relies on 'Miya' votes in 22 seats, alleges party sells tickets for crores. Congress denies the charges ahead of 2026 state elections.
Assam uses 1950 Act to order 5 foreigners to leave India
Assam's Sonitpur district issues first orders under 1950 Immigrants Act, directing 5 declared foreigners to leave India within 24 hours. Police confirm they are absconding.
Assam 2026 Polls: BJP-Congress Clash Over Voter Revision
Political battle heats up in Assam as BJP and Congress exchange sharp attacks ahead of 2026 assembly elections. Key issues include delimitation, voter revision, and anti-polygamy bill.
Assam Contractual Employees Protest for Job Regularization
Over 8,000 contractual employees in Assam protest for pending salaries, job regularization, and HR policy. Council warns of intensifying agitation if demands unmet.
Congress Raises Concerns Over Assam Voter List Revision
Assam Congress alleges exclusion of booth-level agents from electoral roll revision process, raising concerns about legitimate voter removal ahead of assembly elections. State CEO office refutes claims.
Assam's 'D' Voters: Electoral Roll Revision Impact
Understanding Assam's unique 'D' voter category since 1997. How the special electoral roll revision impacts doubtful voters and citizenship verification processes. Read more.
1985: Gandhi Supports Palestine, Vajpayee Demands Nuclear Bomb
On November 18, 1985, PM Rajiv Gandhi affirmed India's unwavering support for Palestine while Atal Bihari Vajpayee pushed for nuclear weapons. Read this historical flashback.
Special Voter List Revision Ordered in Assam
Election Commission mandates special summary revision of Assam's electoral rolls from Oct 27. All eligible citizens aged 18+ by Jan 1, 2025 must enroll. Verify your voting rights now!
Assam Pork Ban: African Swine Fever Crisis Worsens
Assam government imposes pork sale ban in 7 districts after African swine fever outbreak kills thousands of pigs. Over 14,000 pigs culled since January. Read the full story.
1985 Indo-Pak Trade Deals: Joint Ventures Proposed
On November 17, 1985, India and Pakistan discussed expanding trade relations through joint ventures and economic cooperation. Read about this historic diplomatic effort.
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