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Jorhat, Apr 9: Congress candidate from the Jorhat Assembly constituency and state Congress chief, Gaurav Gogoi, cast his vote on Thursday morning alongside his mother, Dolly Gogoi, at a key polling station in the constituency. The mother-son duo exercised their franchise at polling station number 52, located at Devicharan Barua Higher Secondary Girls' School. Both Gaurav Gogoi and his mother stood in queue with other voters and followed due procedure while casting their votes. Speaking after ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 9 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday appealed to the people of Assam, Kerala and Puducherry to exercise their franchise in large numbers in the assembly elections in the two states and the Union Territory. In separate messages in English, besides Assamese, Malayalam and Tamil -" the regional languages of Assam, Kerala and Puducherry respectively -- PM Modi particularly requested the youth and the women to step forward and vote in large numbers. ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The high-voltage campaign for the Assam Assembly elections ended on Tuesday, bringing to a close two weeks of sharp political exchanges, aggressive rhetoric and a barrage of promises.The contest has largely centred around the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party and the opposition Indian National Congress. The BJP's campaign was dominated by its core plank of "jati-mati-bheti," the protection of Assamese identity, land and culture along with a strong pitch against alleged illegal infiltratio ...Read More >
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday (April 7, 2026) asserted that a 'parivartan' is inevitable in West Bengal, and said once the BJP comes to power in the State, all infiltrators will be sent back to their countries. Addressing an election rally in Patharkandi, he also claimed that the Congress gave shelter to illegal immigrants in Assam's Barak Valley, making them "predominant" in Sribhumi, Silchar and Cachar districts. Over 1.70 lakh illegal foreigners detected under Assam Accord in 40 ...Read More >
Patharkandi (Assam), Apr 7 (PTI) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday asserted that a 'parivartan' is inevitable in West Bengal, and said once the BJP comes to power in the state, all infiltrators will be sent back to their countries. Addressing an election rally here, he also claimed that the Congress gave shelter to illegal immigrants in Assam's Barak Valley, making them "predominant" in Sribhumi, Silchar and Cachar districts. He alleged that the Congress opposes the Citizenship Amendment ...Read More >
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of spreading hatred and urged voters in Assam to support change. Addressing a rally in Assam's Biswanath, he alleged that chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and the BJP are dividing communities, engaging in corruption, and failing to fulfill past election promises, while asserting that Congress aims to unify people and deliver development. "Assam is the land of Srimanta Sankardev, Gopinath Bordoloi, Bhupen Hazarika ...Read More >
Guwahati: Union minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Sunday said BJP's approach to tackling infiltration in Assam, for the next five years, will rest on three pillars -- making infiltrators landless, stateless and jobless."In the next five years, our approach will be clear -- make them landless, stateless and jobless, and prevent them from threatening our identity and culture. At the same time, we reaffirm that Assamese Muslims are integral to our society and are bona fide citizens of India. Our fight ...Read More >
Dibrugarh: The newly carved Khowang Assembly constituency is set for a keen contest between sitting BJP MLA Chakradhar Gogoi and Asom Jatiya Parishad (AJP) president Lurinjyoti Gogoi, with both sides intensifying campaigns ahead of polling. Lurinjyoti Gogoi, who contested the 2024 Lok Sabha election from Dibrugarh but lost to Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, has shifted focus to the Assembly polls and is making his debut from Khowang. The constituency, with an electorate of around 1.7 lakh v ...Read More >
BJP national president Nitin Nabin on Saturday (April 4, 2026) alleged that the previous Congress governments in Assam had turned Barak Valley into a "crime hub" for vote bank politics. He said people punished the grand old party for its "politics of appeasement of infiltrators" by voting it out of power in the State. Cow, buffalo for each Assam tribal family, promises Amit Shah Addressing a poll rally in support of the party's Ram Krishna Nagar candidate in Sribhumi district, Mr. Nabin said, ...Read More >
DIBRUGARH: Union minister Sarbananda Sonowal ramped up BJP's election campaign across Upper Assam on Friday, addressing a string of public rallies in Margherita, Majuli, and Khowang in support of party candidates Bhaskar Sharma, Bhuban Gam, and Chakradhar Gogoi.Speaking before a large crowd at Inthem Naga Pathar in Margherita, Sonowal framed the upcoming election as far more than a routine political contest, calling it a decisive moment for the Assamese people. "This is not just an election rall ...Read More >
Guwahati: Union home minister Amit Shah Friday allayed fears of the Uniform Civil Code UCC stating it won't be applied to tribals. Addressing an election rally in Dudhnoi, Shah said, "I am the minister for co-operation, and I promise BJP, if voted to power, will provide a cow and buffalo to each tribal family." The home minister said there was a council election in Garo hills in Meghalaya and there was violence. "Infiltrators entered the Garo hills, deceived the Garo women and married them and ...Read More >
Sonitpur: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said, "Congress has always promoted infiltration and riots, whereas the BJP drives out such elements. Earlier, infiltrators used to take away the rights of the youth and consume the ration meant for the people of Assam, but now the double-engine government guarantees that every citizen receives their due." Addressing a public rally in support of BJP candidate Ritu Baran Sarma from the Barchala Assembly constituency in the Assam Assembly elections, he urge ...Read More >
Elections held around Rongali Bihu are not merely administrative procedures - they become part of a broader social rhythm where identity, economy, and emotion intersect. As Assam enters election season, the timing often intersects with culture in a way few other states experience. When polls are scheduled close to Rongali Bihu - the Assamese New Year and the state's most significant cultural festival - it triggers what political observers term the "Bihu effect": a distinct voter mood shaped by ...Read More >
Guwahati: The battle for the 36 Guwahati Central constituency has taken a sharply personal turn after Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma levelled grave allegations against the mother of Asom Jatiya Parishad (AJP) candidate Kunki Chowdhury. During a campaign event on Thursday, Chief Minister Sarma launched a direct offensive against Sujata Gurung Chowdhury, mother of the 27-year-old AJP debutant. Sarma alleged that Chowdhury's social media activity had "hurt the sentiments of Sanatani people" an ...Read More >
Guwahati, April 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Friday asserted that the people of Assam have "decided to re-elect the NDA" to safeguard the state's culture, identity and future, while launching a sharp attack on the Congress during a massive rally in Dudhnoi in Goalpara district. Addressing a charged gathering, HM Shah accused the Congress of exploiting the deaths of Assamese youth for political gains and fostering instability in the state for decades. In co ...Read More >
PM Modi's tea garden visit had political weight, as Tea Tribes form 17-18% of Assam's population and influence 26-32 Assembly constituencies. Assam assembly election: In poll-bound Assam, Narendra Modi made a symbolic and culturally resonant visit to the lush tea gardens of Upper Assam during the premium first flush season. Walking through the verdant stretches of the renowned Monohari Tea Estate in Dibrugarh district, the Prime Minister spent time with women tea pluckers, joining their daily r ...Read More >
GUWAHATI, April 3: Dr Kuladhar Saikia on Thursday joined as the editor of Assamese literary magazine Gariyoshi, marking a significant addition to the State's literary landscape. Dr Saikia, a Sahitya Akademi Award winning litterateur and former DGP of Assam, has authored 26 short story collections, six plays, a novel and two telefilms. If a River and Painting of the Sky and Other Stories are two of his short story collections in English. Some of his books have been published by Sahitya Akademi a ...Read More >
Guwahati: With campaigning intensifying ahead of the April 9 Assembly elections, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Thursday promised greater autonomy for indigenous communities in Assam, pledging full implementation of Article 244(A) if the Congress is voted to power. Addressing a rally in Karbi Anglong in support of Congress candidate Raton Engti from the Bokajan constituency, Gandhi said the constitutional provision would enable local communities to exercise greater contro ...Read More >
Guwahati, Apr 2: A 25-year-old man from Assam was allegedly beaten to death by six of his colleagues in Kerala's Perumbavoor on Wednesday morning over suspicion of theft. According to police from the Perumbavoor police station, the victim and the accused, all natives of Assam were employed at a plywood company in the area. The assault reportedly took place after the group suspected the victim of attempting to steal a mobile phone belonging to one of them. Police said the accused brutally assa ...Read More >
Gaurav Gogoi in conversation with NDTV's Bismee Taskin Islam Guwahati: There's a "wave of optimism" building across Assam in favour of change, state unit chief Gaurav Gogoi stressed in an exclusive interview to NDTV, adding that the Congress-led opposition alliance is set for a decisive victory in the April 9 Assembly polls. "There is tremendous hope and optimism among the people of Assam in this opposition-led alliance," Gogoi said, claiming that the mood on the ground reflects a growing des ...Read More >
Guwahati (Assam) [India], April 2 (ANI): The festive fervour of Rongali Bihu has gripped different parts of Assam on Thursday, even as the state moves closer to the scheduled assembly elections. People of Assam are waiting to celebrate and participate in two biggest festivals, the festival of democracy and the festival of culture and heritage of Assam this month. Bihu dance coach Dreemly Gogoi noted that, "people are excited to participate in both the biggest festivals - one is the festival of ...Read More >
Guwahati: The Singapore Police Force has formally concluded its investigation into the death of Assamese singer Zubeen Garg, ruling out any foul play and confirming that the incident was an accidental drowning. According to official findings, the incident took place on September 19, 2025, during a private yacht outing near Lazarus Island. Garg had initially entered the water wearing a life jacket but later removed it after returning to the yacht. He subsequently went back into the water alone a ...Read More >
Guwahati, April 1: Proceedings in the fast-track court hearing into the circumstances surrounding the death of Assamese cultural icon Zubeen Garg continued for the third consecutive day on Wednesday, with Assam government reiterating that the case is being treated with "top priority". Speaking to the press after attending the hearing, Assam Advocate General Devajit Saikia said the case has now reached a crucial stage, with arguments currently centred on the point of discharge. "The case is goi ...Read More >
Dibrugarh/Jorhat, Apr 1: After spending the night in Dibrugarh, Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his day on Wednesday with a visit to a tea garden, where he interacted with women workers and highlighted the global significance of Assamese tea. Sharing his experience on social media platform X, the Prime Minister described tea as the "soul of Assam" and said the state's tea has earned recognition across the world. Calling the visit a "memorable experience", PM Modi engaged with workers, many ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram: Senior Congress leader A K Antony has claimed that the prospect of a third term for chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan has 'shocked' the people of Kerala, asserting that Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) is poised to sweep the election.Antony said his primary appeal to voters is to end the LDF administration, alleging that even traditional Left supporters are shifting allegiance to UDF this time. He cited cultural figures such as K Satchidanandan and Sara Joseph as havi ...Read More >
Guwahati, March 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, on Tuesday, launched a sharp attack on the Congress, accusing the party of indulging in "cheap and unacceptable politics" over popular Assamese singer late Zubeen Garg. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of an election campaign, Chief Minister Sarma questioned the Congress' intent, asking why its leaders visit "Zubeen Kshetra" with cameras. "Zubeen Garg had clearly said he does not want to do politics. Yet Congre ...Read More >
While four of the assurances focused on healthcare, land rights and financial support for women and senior citizens, the commitment on Garg's death stood out. "When our party's government is formed, we promise to find out how Zubeen was murdered and who was involved. We will conduct an inquiry into it and make the results public within 100 days," Kharge said while addressing an election rally in Naoboicha. The announcement comes even as a murder trial in the case is already underway, where sev ...Read More >
Guwahati: Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday launched a blistering attack on Congress for politicizing singer Zubeen Garg's death by promising justice within 100 days in its manifesto.Calling the pledge "an unpardonable crime," Sarma said judgments are delivered by courts, not political parties, and accused Congress of exploiting a tragedy for electoral gains."Congress has committed an unpardonable crime by including Zubeen's name and his death in its election manifesto. If Cong ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], March 31 (ANI): Veteran Congress leader A K Antony, who served as Chief Minister of Kerala thrice, on Tuesday said that if a government led by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan comes to power for a third time, the development of the State will come to a standstill. Addressing a press conference at the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram, Antony also said the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) "is not suited for the soil of Ker ...Read More >
Guwahati, Mar 31 (PTI) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday said that the Congress "committed a sin" by including the issue of singer Zubeen Garg's death in its manifesto. Zubeen Garg is very dear to all Assamese, and it is unfortunate and sad to use his name for collecting votes, the chief minister said on the sidelines of the BJP manifesto release programme here. He said the matter is in the court, and Congress is unaware that a fast-track court has already been constituted an ...Read More >
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