Himanta Biswa Sarma
Himanta Sarma Predicts Miya-Muslims Will Become Largest Community in Assam's Next Census
Oct 11, 2025 02:42 am CST
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma forecasts that Bengali-speaking Muslims will constitute 38% of the state's population in the upcoming census, making them the largest demographic group. The BJP government plans to introduce legislative measures to protect indigenous communities amid concerns about changing demographics and land encroachment across the state.
Zubeen Garg's Wife Speaks Out After Police Cousin's Arrest in Singer's Death Investigation
Oct 09, 2025 02:23 am CST
Following the arrest of Deputy Superintendent of Police Sandipan Garg in connection with singer Zubeen Garg's death in Singapore, the late singer's wife Garima revealed their close relationship while expressing faith in the ongoing investigation. The case has resulted in five arrests so far, with Assam's Chief Minister planning diplomatic talks with Singaporean officials to facilitate questioning of key witnesses.
Thousands of Tea Garden Workers in Assam March for Scheduled Tribe Status and Better Rights
Oct 08, 2025 11:42 pm CST
Thousands of tea garden workers demonstrated in Assam's Tinsukia district demanding Scheduled Tribe status, land ownership rights, and increased wages. The protesters, descendants of laborers brought by the British over two centuries ago, now constitute one-third of Assam's population and accuse the government of breaking promises to address their longstanding demands.
Political Tensions Escalate in Assam Over Singer Zubeen Garg's Death Investigation
Oct 08, 2025 02:04 am CST
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announces legal action against those allegedly politicizing singer Zubeen Garg's drowning death in Singapore, while Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi accuses the government of derailing the investigation to protect event organizer Shyamkanu Mahanta, escalating political tensions in the state.
Assam Implements Unified Pension Scheme: Government Contribution Increases to 18.5% from Previous 10%
Oct 07, 2025 12:22 am CST
Assam has adopted the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), increasing government contribution from 10% to 18.5%. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that existing employees have one year to choose between continuing with NPS or switching to UPS, with all accumulated contributions transferable. Unlike the old pension scheme, UPS remains contributory with employees contributing 10% of their salary and dearness allowance.
Singapore NRIs Miss Deadline in Zubeen Garg Death Investigation as Assam Invokes International Treaty
Oct 07, 2025 12:21 am CST
Eight Singapore-based NRIs failed to appear before Assam's CID by the October 6 deadline in the investigation of celebrated Assamese icon Zubeen Garg's death during a yacht party. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the invocation of the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty with Singapore while expanding the probe to examine financial irregularities related to the Northeast India Festival.
Assam CM Confirms Zubeen Garg's Poisoning Investigation Results Expected by October 10
Oct 05, 2025 01:47 am CST
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that the forensic report on singer Zubeen Garg's death will arrive by October 10, addressing poisoning allegations. A judicial commission headed by Justice Soumitra Saikia will oversee the investigation, while co-singer Sekhar Jyoti Goswami's claims about a Singapore murder plot are being examined carefully.
Judicial Commission Headed by Justice Soumitra Saikia to Investigate Zubeen Garg's Death: Assam CM Announces
Oct 03, 2025 10:56 pm CST
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced that the Gauhati High Court has approved the formation of a judicial commission led by Justice Soumitra Saikia to investigate the death of renowned singer Zubeen Garg. The CID has taken two band members into custody while investigating the case. The government has received the first autopsy report from Singapore and is making efforts to involve NRIs who were on the same yacht as Garg in the investigation.
Zubeen Garg's Death: NEIF Organizer and Manager Arrested in Connection with Singapore Drowning Incident
Oct 01, 2025 10:40 am CST
Two key individuals have been arrested in connection with popular Assamese singer Zubeen Garg's drowning death in Singapore. North East India Festival chief organizer Shyamkanu Mahanta and Garg's manager Siddhartha Sharma were apprehended following an Interpol lookout notice as a 10-member Special Investigation Team continues to probe the circumstances surrounding the singer's tragic demise on September 19.
9 Assam Migrant Workers Killed in Chennai Power Plant Construction Collapse: Officials Launch Investigation
Oct 01, 2025 01:34 am CST
A tragic accident at Chennai's Ennore supercritical power station claimed the lives of nine migrant workers from Assam when an under-construction coal handling enclosure collapsed from a height of 45 feet. One worker survived with injuries. Both Tamil Nadu and Assam governments have announced compensation for the victims' families, while authorities investigate the cause of the collapse that occurred despite workers reportedly wearing safety gear.