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Assam introduces Uniform Civil Code in state assembly
The Assam government introduced the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state assembly on Monday.
Mercury to rise 5°C amid North India heatwave: IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a severe heatwave warning for North India with temperatures expected to touch 45°C.
IMD warns of heatwave conditions in northwest, central India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted more heatwave days for Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and other northwestern states.
Opposition slams 'Mehngai Man Modi' after post-election fuel hike
The opposition parties have slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi after petrol and diesel prices were hiked by ₹3 per liter, and CNG prices were hiked by ₹2.
Man with live bullets caught at Himanta Sarma's oath-taking ceremony
A man was taken into custody on Tuesday after live bullets were found on him during security screening at the entrance of the Veterinary College Field, where Himanta Biswa Sarma took his oath as Assam Chief Minister for a second consecutive term.
Himanta Sarma takes oath as Assam CM for 2nd time
Himanta Biswa Sarma was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Assam for the second consecutive term on Tuesday.
US envoy Gor arrives in Assam for Himanta Sarma's swearing-in
United States Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, has landed in Guwahati for the swearing-in ceremony of Himanta Biswa Sarma as Assam's chief minister.
Extreme weather conditions across India till May 14: IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rains, thunderstorms, hailstorms, thundersqualls, and heatwave conditions till May 14.
Assam elections: Congress's Gaurav Gogoi takes full responsibility for defeat
After the Indian National Congress (INC) faced a major defeat in the 2026 Assam Legislative Assembly elections, state party president Gaurav Gogoi took full responsibility.
Weather update today: Heavy rainfall, thunderstorms forecast across India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather alert for heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in New Delhi, the eastern coast, and the northeast till early May.
BJP wins Bengal, Assam; TVK takes TN, UDF sweeps Kerala
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to form its first government in West Bengal, ending the Trinamool Congress's (TMC) 15-year rule.
BJP crosses 200 seats in Bengal
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is comfortably leading the West Bengal Assembly elections, with trends indicating a strong lead on over 200 of the 293 seats.
Congress's Gaurav Gogoi loses Jorhat seat by 23,000 votes
Assam Congress chief and son of former Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, Gaurav Gogoi, has lost the prestigious Jorhat seat in the 2026 Assam Assembly election.
Modi to visit BJP HQ at 6pm, may address workers
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) headquarters in New Delhi on Monday evening.
In Assam's Jorhat, Gaurav Gogoi trails by 13,000-plus votes
Congress's Gaurav Gogoi is trailing behind the Bharatiya Janata Party's Hitendra Nath Goswami in the Jorhat constituency of Assam.
Assam election results 2026: BJP crosses majority
The BJP-led alliance has comfortably crossed the majority mark of 64 seats in Assam. It has crossed 93 seats as of 10:00am.
Assembly elections 2026: Counting begins for 4 states, 1 UT
The Election Commission of India is likely to declare the results of the 2026 Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Puducherry on Monday, May 4.
IMD warns of 5-day rain, thunderstorms disrupting travel across India
Travelers in India are advised to remain cautious as widespread rains, thunderstorms, and high winds are expected to disrupt transportation in several parts of the country.
What exit polls predicted for Bengal, Assam, TN, Kerala, Puducherry
The exit poll results of the West Bengal Assembly elections are out and they indicate a possible shift in power.
NDA to win big in Assam, pollsters predict
As many as six pollsters have predicted a win for the BJP in Assam.
Delhi sizzles at 42.8°C, records hottest day of 2026
Delhi recorded its hottest day of the year on Saturday, with Safdarjung observatory recording a maximum temperature of 42.8°C. This is 5.1 degrees above normal for this time of year.
Delhi records hottest day of the season, yellow alert issued
Delhi is experiencing an intense heatwave, with temperatures soaring to 41.9°C on Friday. The Ridge station in north Delhi recorded the highest temperature at 43.1°C.
IMD warns of 44.5°C heatwaves, heavy rainfall in different parts
The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has predicted extreme weather conditions across different parts of the country over the next few days.
IMD warns of heatwaves, thunderstorms across India till April 25
The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has forecast a mix of weather conditions across the country for the ongoing week, up to April 25.
Guwahati flooded after heavy rain; all educational institutions closed
Severe waterlogging has affected normal life in Guwahati's Hatigaon and Anil Nagar areas due to heavy rainfall on Monday.
Heatwave forecast for North, Central India; heavy rains in Northeast
The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has predicted a heatwave in parts of North and Central India over the next few days.
Assam: 4.3-magnitude earthquake hits Cachar district
A magnitude 4.3 earthquake struck Assam on Sunday at 9:21am IST, according to the National Center for Seismology.
Will exit polls be released for Assam, Kerala, Puducherry today?
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has banned the release of exit polls till April 29. This decision comes as voting is underway in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry on Thursday.
Heavy rain expected in Jammu, Assam, Himachal, other states
An active western disturbance is likely to trigger a spell of rain with thunderstorms, hail and strong winds across several parts of India.
Polling for 296 assembly seats in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry begins
Polling for 126 Assembly seats in Assam, 140 in Kerala, and 30 in Puducherry began at 7:00am on Thursday.
'Eat beef at home, not in public': Assam CM clarifies
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has clarified his stance on beef consumption, saying he doesn't want to ban it but restrict it to private spaces.
Lucknow sanitation suffers as Assam, Bengal workers leave for elections
Lucknow's sanitation system is facing a major crisis as hundreds of sanitation workers have left for their native villages in Assam and West Bengal to cast their votes.
Assam Police reach Pawan Khera's Delhi residence to question him
A four-member team of Assam Police, assisted by Delhi Police, has reached Congress leader Pawan Khera's residence in Nizamuddin, Delhi.
How to check your name in voter list ahead polls
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced the schedule for the 2026 State Assembly Elections, which will be held in April.
'Press material from Pakistan': Himanta Sarma hits back at Congress
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has vehemently denied allegations that his wife, Riniki Bhuyan Sarma, holds multiple passports.
'Cash, liquor, drugs': Election Commission seizes assets worth over ₹650cr
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has seized assets worth ₹651.51 crore in poll-bound states and union territories.
Singapore police close Zubeen Garg's death case: No foul play
The Singapore Police Force (SPF) has concluded its investigation into the death of Assamese singer Zubeen Garg.
Assam polls: BJP releases 'Sankalp Patra' for state assembly elections
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has released its manifesto, called the "Sankalp Patra," for the upcoming 2026 Assam Assembly elections.
Prolonged wet spell imminent over several parts of India: IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a prolonged wet spell over several parts of India from March 30.
Curbing...not enough, every illegal immigrant must go: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has said that while the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government has successfully curbed infiltration in Assam over the past decade, it isn't enough.
'99% Hindus want out of Congress...will become single-community party': Himanta
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has claimed that 99% of Hindu members of the Congress want to leave the party.
IMD warns of thunderstorms, lightning, rainfall in parts of India
India is set for a spell of unsettled weather from March 27, with rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds expected in several parts.
No foul play in Zubeen Garg's death: Singapore coroner
A state coroner in Singapore has ruled that the death of Indian singer Zubeen Garg was due to "an unfortunate and tragic accidental drowning" near an island in September last year.
Assam minister Nandita Garlosa joins Congress after BJP denies ticket
In a major political shift, Assam Minister Nandita Garlosa has quit the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and joined the Indian National Congress, The Indian Express reported.
Delhi gets brief rain; heatwave, storms in store across India
Delhi started its day with a pleasant morning and light rain in several areas on Monday.
Assam CM Himanta Sarma files nomination from Jalukbari
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has filed his nomination from the Jalukbari Assembly constituency for the upcoming state elections, according to news agency ANI.
BJP releases 1st Assam candidates' list; Congress defectors get tickets
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has released its first list of 88 candidates for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections.
Congress creating panic in India over Israel-Hamas war: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accused the Indian National Congress of trying to create panic among Indians in light of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
IAF pilot killed in Sukhoi crash participated in Op Sindoor
Flight Lieutenant Purvesh Duragkar, who died in a Sukhoi Su-30 MKI crash in Assam's Karbi Anglong on Thursday, was part of Operation Sindoor.
2 IAF pilots killed after Sukhoi jet crashes in Assam
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has confirmed the deaths of two pilots in a Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jet crash in Assam's Karbi Anglong district.
Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jet loses radar contact in Assam
A Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter plane has gone missing in Assam after losing radar contact.
BJP announces 9 candidates, including party president, for RS polls
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced its list of nine candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections.
Zubeen Garg death case: Court unfreezes Shyamkanu Mahanta's bank account
The Kamrup Metropolitan District and Sessions Court in Assam on Monday ordered the de-freezing of the bank account of Shyamkanu Mahanta, one of the accused in the singer Zubeen Garg's death case.
Zubeen Garg's death case: Wife welcomes Assam government's fast-track court
The Assam government's decision to seek a fast-track court for the trial in Zubeen Garg's death case has been welcomed by the late singer's wife, Garima Saikia Garg.
Assam woman dragged out of car, gang-raped by 7 men
A 28-year-old woman was allegedly gang-raped by a group of seven men in Silchar, Assam, on February 19.
'Pradhan mantri banega': Sadhu blesses Priyanka Gandhi in viral video
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra arrived in Assam on Thursday for a two-day visit. The trip is crucial as the party gears up for the 2026 Assembly elections.
Assam: Oil tanker fire paralyzes NH-27 traffic in Kokrajhar district
A major fire incident on National Highway 27 near Raikhunbari in Kachugaon, Assam's Kokrajhar district, has caused a massive traffic jam.
Assam polls likely in April first week in single phase
The 2026 Assembly Elections in Assam are likely to be held in a single phase in the first week of April, according to reports.
India's first underwater road-cum-rail tunnel to be built in Assam
The Union Cabinet has approved an ₹18,662 crore ($2.5 billion) project to build a four-lane access-controlled greenfield corridor between Gohpur and Numaligarh in Assam.
'Poll-bound states always your priority': Khera to PM Modi
Congress leader Pawan Khera has invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit violence-affected Manipur during his ongoing North-East trip.