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.
Assam Assembly approves landmark bill to prohibit polygamy, creating uniform marriage laws. Learn about the provisions, exemptions, and implementation timeline.
Assam government passes groundbreaking anti-polygamy legislation with strict penalties. Learn how this historic bill impacts marriage laws and CM Sarma's UCC vision.
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.
The Tewary Commission report, tabled in the Assam Assembly, holds AASU and AGSP primarily responsible for the 1983 stir, classifying the violence as non-communal. Read the full findings.
After 42 years, Assam Assembly tables official and unofficial reports on the 1983 Nellie massacre, offering conflicting perspectives on one of India's darkest chapters of electoral violence.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma confirms Zubeen Garg's death investigation points to murder. Four to five individuals booked under murder charges. SIT probe ongoing.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma declares singer Zubeen Garg's death as murder in state assembly. Special investigation team and judicial commission probe the case. Read latest updates.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announces tabling of both official Tewary Commission and unofficial Mehta Commission reports on 1983 violence, including Nellie killings where 1800-3000 died. Historic move ahead of assembly session.
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 government will finally table the long-sealed Tribhuvan Prasad Tewary Commission report on 1983 Nellie massacre during winter session. Plus 27 new bills including anti-polygamy legislation.
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.
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.
Over 8,000 contractual employees in Assam protest for pending salaries, job regularization, and HR policy. Council warns of intensifying agitation if demands unmet.
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.
Understanding Assam's unique 'D' voter category since 1997. How the special electoral roll revision impacts doubtful voters and citizenship verification processes. Read more.
Election Commission launches special revision of Assam electoral rolls with February 2026 deadline. Door-to-door verification begins November 2025. Learn about the new process.
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.
Adani Group commits massive Rs 63,000 crore investment in Assam for 3,200 MW thermal plant and 2,700 MW pumped-storage facilities, creating thousands of jobs and boosting regional development.
HD Kumaraswamy declares BJP-JD(S) coalition will defeat Congress in next Karnataka Assembly elections, citing Bihar results as indicator. Read full analysis.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma presents 8,206 appointment letters in education sector, bringing total government jobs under current administration to 1,34,999.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma warns that migrant Muslims could take over state if BJP loses 2026 election. Read his stark prediction about Assam's political future.
Badruddin Ajmal's AIUDF, sidelined by Congress-led alliance, weighs independent run for 2026 Assam assembly polls. Party with 15 MLAs questions opposition unity strategy.
NDA upbeat as exit polls predict Bihar victory. Record 71.6% women voter turnout reflects support for development agenda. Results declaration Friday.
As Bihar assembly counting nears, Madhubani's local tea stalls become hotbeds of political speculation. With historic 63.8% turnout, exit polls favor NDA while local chatter reveals ground realities. Discover the district's election pulse.
Congress and seven opposition parties unite to challenge BJP in Assam's 2026 assembly elections. The coalition vows to end misrule and corruption. Read the full strategy.
Seven opposition parties in Assam unite against BJP for 2026 Assembly elections, excluding AIUDF. Congress-led meeting in Guwahati sets stage for major political realignment.
Exit poll predictions indicate NDA likely to form government in Bihar after two-phase elections. Results announcement scheduled for November 14, 2025. Read key insights.
Four opinion polls predict massive defeat for RJD-led Mahagathbandhan in Bihar 2025 elections. Voter turnout hits record 67.14%. Read complete state-wise analysis.
Bihar's final voting phase sees brisk polling across 122 constituencies. Results due Nov 14. Stay tuned for exit poll updates from major agencies after 5 PM!
As Bihar's second phase voting concludes, examine how exit polls misjudged 2020 and 2015 results. Will 2025 polls get it right? Read our analysis.