In a move aimed at supporting local artisans and safeguarding cultural heritage, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that the state government has procured 9.25 lakh handwoven gamosas from 5.64 lakh weavers during the Bihu festive season.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced a reduction of Rs 1 per unit in electricity tariffs in the state, effective from April 1.
The Assam government on Friday announced free accommodation for recipients of the state's highest civilian awards at Assam Bhawans and circuit houses.
In a step towards fostering sustainable biotechnology and high-performance biomanufacturing, the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) and the Government of Assam have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) under the BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment, and Employment) Policy.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma Thursday said 220 illegal coal mines have been detected in the Umrangso region, raising alarms over the environmental, legal, and safety challenges posed by unregulated mining activities.
In a move that has sparked controversy and strong political backlash, the Assam government has announced that Aadhaar applications would be rejected if the applicant or his family members had not applied for inclusion in the National Register of Citizens (NRC).
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday unveiled an ambitious 12-day festival of development across the state, aimed at benefiting 12 lakh people.
Calls it an affront to personal freedom.
In a move to uphold administrative discipline, the Assam government has suspended five Assam Civil Services (ACS) officers for allegedly neglecting their assigned election duties.
The Chief Minister’s assurance followed a day of impassioned protests, with hundreds gathering at the historic Dighalipukhuri site to oppose the tree-cutting initiative.
