Assam CM welcomes RBI’s decision to include ACAB in Second Schedule
Feb 02, 2026The Assam Cooperative Apex Bank (ACAB) has been accorded ‘Scheduled Bank’ status following its inclusion in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Act. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday, February 2, described the move as a major milestone towards strengthening grassroots-level financial inclusion in the state.
Railways allocate record Rs 11,486 crore for Assam, northeast in 2026–27 budget
Feb 02, 2026In a major push to transform rail connectivity in India’s eastern frontier, the Union Government has earmarked a record Rs 11,486 crore for Assam and the North Eastern states under the Indian Railways Budget 2026–27, marking the highest-ever allocation for the region.
Mood of Assam: 82 per cent Hindus say law and order fine, 40 per cent Muslims disagree
Feb 02, 2026According to the latest India Today–CVoter Mood of the Nation (MOTN) survey, the perception of law and order in Assam shows a sharp divide along community lines. While a significant section of the population feels generally safe, a sizable portion expressed concern over crime and violence.
Mood of Assam: Assam supports ST status for six communities, existing tribes push back
Feb 02, 2026According to the latest India Today–CVoter Mood of the Nation (MOTN) survey conducted in January 2026, a plurality of respondents in Assam support granting Scheduled Tribe (ST) status to six communities — Tai Ahom, Koch-Rajbongshi, Chutia, Moran, Matak and Tea Tribes — but the proposal remains deeply contentious, particularly among existing ST communities.
Mood of Assam: 49 per cent Hindus satisfied with progress of infrastructure development, 32 per cent Muslims not happy
Feb 02, 2026The latest India Today–CVoter Mood of the Nation (MOTN) survey for January 2026 indicates that a significant proportion of Assam’s population is satisfied with the state’s infrastructure development, including roads, bridges, and electricity.
Mood of Assam: Hindus back Assam’s concert economy, Muslims remain sceptical
Feb 02, 2026According to the latest India Today–CVoter Mood of the Nation (MOTN) survey conducted in January 2026, public opinion in Assam on the state government’s push to host international cultural events under its new “Concert Economy” policy is sharply divided, with clear variations across communities.
Mood of Assam: 39 per cent Hindus satisfied with healthcare and education, 32 per cent Muslims unhappy
Feb 02, 2026Public satisfaction with healthcare and education services in Assam shows cautious optimism, though significant gaps and sharp variations across communities remain, according to the latest India Today–CVoter Mood of the Nation (MOTN) survey conducted in January 2026.
Mood of Assam: 48 per cent Hindus say there are more jobs in Assam now, 42 per cent Muslims say no job
Feb 02, 2026Public opinion on job creation in Assam remains divided, with a plurality acknowledging some progress but significant sections continuing to flag unemployment as a serious concern, according to the latest India Today–CVoter Mood of the Nation (MOTN) survey conducted in January 2026.
Mood of Assam: 56 per cent Hindus say state economy has improved, 39 per cent Muslims say it had deteriorated
Feb 02, 2026Public perception of Assam’s economy shows a mixed but largely optimistic picture, with sharp variations across communities, according to the latest India Today–CVoter Mood of the Nation (MOTN) survey conducted in January 2026.
Mood of Assam: 56 per cent Hindus express concern over communal harmony, compared with 49 per cent Muslims
Feb 02, 2026A survey in Assam shows a majority of Hindus and nearly half of Muslims are concerned about communal harmony. This highlights ongoing efforts by authorities to maintain peace and unity in the state
Mood of Assam: 54 per cent feel there was conspiracy behind Zubeen Garg’s death
Feb 02, 2026Over half of Assam's population suspects foul play in Zubeen Garg's death, urging authorities for a detailed probe. The state remains tense as calls for transparency grow louder
Mood of Assam: 49 per cent Hindus find electoral roll revision fair, 46 per cent Muslims say it favoured the BJP
Feb 02, 2026A survey in Assam reveals 49 per cent Hindus consider the electoral roll revision fair, whereas 46 per cent Muslims feel it favours the BJP. The results highlight contrasting community perceptions about the electoral process
Mood of Assam | 66 per cent Hindus happy with Himanta Biswa Sarma government, 53 per cent Muslims unhappy
Feb 02, 2026As Assam moves closer to the Assembly elections scheduled for March–April 2026, the latest India Today–CVoter Mood of the Nation (MOTN) survey presents a detailed assessment of public opinion on the performance of the Himanta Biswa Sarma-led BJP government. Conducted in January 2026, the survey indicates that while the government retains overall approval among a significant section of voters, perceptions vary sharply across communities.
Mood of Assam | 58 per cent back government arming indigenous villagers for self-defence
Feb 02, 2026The Assam government’s decision to grant arms licences to indigenous villagers in select border and remote areas as a self-defence measure amid security threats has triggered a sharply divided public response, according to the latest India Today–CVoter Mood of the Nation (MOTN) survey conducted in January 2026.
Mood of Assam | Strong backing for Assam’s child marriage crackdown, Muslims concerned over political targeting
Feb 02, 2026The Himanta Biswa Sarma government’s aggressive drive against child marriage and its move to ban polygamy have received overwhelming public support in Assam, according to the latest India Today–CVoter Mood of the Nation (MOTN) survey conducted in January 2026. The findings, however, also reveal sharp community-wise differences, particularly on perceptions of political targeting.
Mood of Assam: Assam government's drive against illegal immigration finds majority backing, Muslims oppose
Feb 02, 2026The Assam government’s renewed drive to identify and deport suspected illegal immigrants under a 1950 law has found majority support across the state, according to the latest India Today–CVoter Mood of the Nation (MOTN) survey conducted in January 2026. However, the data also reveals a pronounced community-wise divergence in opinion, underlining the deeply polarised nature of the immigration debate in Assam.
Mood of Assam | Pijush Hazarika top performing minister in Himanta Biswa Sarma cabinet
Feb 02, 2026Assam Water Resources Minister Pijush Hazarika has been ranked as the best-performing minister in the Himanta Biswa Sarma-led Assam government, according to the latest India Today Mood of the Nation (MOTN) survey conducted in January 2026.
Mood of Assam: 41 per cent Hindus say illegal immigration is the biggest problem in Assam, 42 per cent Muslims say unemployment
Feb 02, 2026When asked about the biggest problem facing the state of Assam, a segment of respondents, 37.2 per cent, identified unemployment as Assam’s most pressing challenge, placing livelihood concerns firmly at the centre of the political discourse.
Mood of Assam: Himanta Biswa Sarma top choice as CM, Gaurav Gogoi close second but with a rider
Feb 02, 2026The contest for Assam’s top post is shaping up as a straight fight between incumbent Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi, with the gap between the two well within striking distance, according to the India Today–CVoter Mood of the Nation (MOTN) survey conducted in January 2026
Ahead of Assam assembly polls, Congress flags development gaps in Kaliabor
Feb 02, 2026With the 2026 Assam assembly elections drawing closer, the Indian National Congress has intensified its organisational and electoral preparations in the 57 No. Kaliabor Assembly Constituency, signalling an early push to challenge the ruling alliance’s hold on the seat.
Mood of Assam: Hindu voters back BJP for a third term, Muslims want Congress
Feb 02, 2026If Assembly elections were held today, the BJP-led alliance would retain a clear lead in Assam, while the Congress would remain the principal challenger, according to the India Today–CVoter Mood of the Nation (MoTN) survey conducted in January 2026.
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