Assam government

The administration has demolished the non-government madrassa in Assam

Taking major action in Morigaon, Assam, the administration has demolished the non-government madrassa. This madrasa is being accused of giving jihadi training.

Aug 04, 2022, 12:34 PM IST

Bulldozer demolition of a non government madrasa imparting training to zihadis

Taking major action in Morigaon, Assam, the administration has demolished the non-government madrassa. This madrasa is being accused of giving jihadi training.

Aug 04, 2022, 12:06 PM IST

DNA: Understand the difference between Khilonjia and Mia Muslims

The Muslim community in Assam is divided into two sections. One community is called Khilonjia Muslim. And the other community is called Miya Muslim. Khilonjia Muslims are those who are believed to be originally from Assam. Whereas Miya Muslims are those who have come to India after migrating from Bangladesh.

Jul 07, 2022, 00:24 AM IST

DNA: Why are Muslims scared of Assam government's decision?

During the year 2019-20, there were a lot of protests in our country over the issue of Citizenship Amendment Act and NRC. At that time, a movement against the CAA law in Delhi's Shaheen Bagh went on for more than 100 days. Once again, the debate has started in this matter. The Assam government has identified five tribes and considered them to be originally from Assam. They have been given the status of indigenous Muslims. It is also being said that this decision of the government is part of the process of identifying those people who have illegally entered Assam from Bangladesh.

Jul 07, 2022, 00:04 AM IST

Assam government to link some schemes to two-child norm: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

"An important announcement pertaining to population policy, including voluntary sterilisation, would be made in the state Budget. The Budget Session of the state Assembly would begin on July 12," said Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma. 

Jul 11, 2021, 08:11 AM IST

Excise duty on liquor increased by 25%: Assam Industries and Commerce Minister

The Assam government has taken several crucial decisions in its Cabinet meeting including increasing the excise duty on liquor by 25 percent."In the Cabinet, we took several decisions which included increasing the excise duty on liquor by 25 percent.

May 09, 2020, 08:12 AM IST

MHA to sign agreement with NDFB, ABSU today

The signing of the agreement with the Bodo organisations will take place in the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah and the Assam government at 1.30 pm.

Jan 27, 2020, 12:58 PM IST

Assam NRC final list publication on August 31; security beefed up, CAPF deployed

In a tweet, the Ministry of Home Affairs urged the people not to believe in rumours on publication of the Assam NRC list.

Aug 30, 2019, 12:51 PM IST

Those not in Assam NRC won’t be jailed or deported, says official

This comes just days after the Supreme Court said that the authorities should not take any coercive action against those not included in Assam NRC.

Aug 05, 2018, 21:29 PM IST

VP Venkaiah Naidu launches scheme for differently abled people in Assam

Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on Sunday called for an inclusive society with no discrimination against differently abled people.

Dec 03, 2017, 18:00 PM IST

NRC issue: SC raps Assam govt for making sweeping statement

The top court said it was a "dangerous statement" on the state's behalf and was neither good for the health of the people, nor the government as 15 per cent population was a huge chunk.

Nov 29, 2017, 19:16 PM IST

Assam's Kaziranga National Park opens for tourists

Earlier the park used to open for tourists from November 1 until April 30.

Oct 02, 2017, 11:03 AM IST

People violating legal age of marriage will not be eligible for govt jobs

People who violate the legal age of marriage will not be eligible for Assam government jobs, says the 'Population and Women Empowerment Policy of Assam' which was presented in the state Assembly on Friday.

Sep 15, 2017, 23:13 PM IST

Assam to appoint 877 teachers in colleges, schools in August

The new five government-run colleges has been set up in Behali, Dalgaon, Karimganj, Bongaigaon and Goalpara, he added.

Jul 31, 2017, 18:18 PM IST

Assam Govt to roll out Operation Muskan-III from Saturday

All Deputy Commissioners have been directed to take all-out efforts for successful implementation of the campaign in their respective jurisdiction.

Jun 30, 2017, 17:44 PM IST

Assam police on high alert over possibility of ISIS recruitment

Assam Parliamentary Affairs Minister Chandra Mohan Patowary said all the SPs have been ordered to keep a strict vigil and maintain a close watch on doubtful people.

Mar 06, 2017, 17:49 PM IST

Assam rolls out ambitious health insurance scheme

"The health assurance scheme will cover all individuals in eligible families with annual income below Rs 5 lakh, both BPL and APL," an official release said.

Dec 25, 2016, 22:54 PM IST

Here's how Priyanka Chopra is discovering Assam!

Priyanka Chopra discovers Assam at its best!

Dec 25, 2016, 17:09 PM IST

Govt honours families ​of Assam agitation martyrs on 'Shahid Divas'

The All Assam Students' Union (AASU), which spearheaded the movement, observes December 10 every year as Shahid Divas (Martyrs Day). 

Dec 10, 2016, 20:59 PM IST

Class 9, 10 students to get free textbooks in Assam

Free text books will be available to students by December 25 this year as the new sessions will start from January 1, IANS reported.

Dec 05, 2016, 23:53 PM IST