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Sivasagar (Assam) [India], April 4 (ANI): As the 2026 Assam Assembly elections heat up, the Sibsagar (Sivasagar) constituency has emerged as one of the most-watched battlegrounds. Incumbent MLA and Raijor Dal chief Akhil Gogoi is looking to retain his stronghold in the historic Ahom capital, but the challenge has taken a complex turn with a "friendly contest" between the ruling NDA allies. Gogoi is fighting to retain his seat against two NDA alliance candidates: Prodip Hazarika (AGP) and Kusha ...Read More >
Ambikapur (Chhattisgarh) [India], April 4 (ANI): The saying 'talent needs no introduction' found a fitting example at the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026, where wrestlers from Karnataka's Siddi community have made a powerful statement on the mat. Their success is no longer just about medals--it reflects the emergence of an entire community as a force in wrestling. Of African descent, there are about 50,000 Siddis in India, of which one-third live in Karnataka. Out of the nine wrestlers represent ...Read More >
Guwahati (Assam) [India], April 4 (ANI): Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) President Gaurav Gogoi on Saturday slammed Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma over his claims that Pakistani media was campaigning for Congress, while taking a dig at the CM's earlier remark on Rahul Gandhi's alleged body double during the Bharat Jodo Yatra in 2024. Speaking to ANI, Gogoi said the Chief Minister is growing increasingly desperate as "the ground is slipping beneath his feet" and ridiculed Sarma for r ...Read More >
Guwahati (Assam) [India], April 4 (ANI): Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) President Gaurav Gogoi on Saturday slammed Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma over his claims that Pakistani media was campaigning for Congress, while taking a dig at the CM's earlier remark on Rahul Gandhi's alleged body double during the Bharat Jodo Yatra in 2024. Speaking to ANI, Gogoi said the Chief Minister is growing increasingly desperate as "the ground is slipping beneath his feet" and ridiculed Sarma for r ...Read More >
Guwahati: Congress leader Pawan Khera sharply criticised the BJP's election manifesto at a Barpeta press conference on April 3, calling it a recycled document that vanishes after the polls, and accused Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma of shielding individuals in the Zubeen Garg case, promising immediate action and reforms if Congress returns to power. Khera said Congress's manifesto was developed with extensive public feedback and included specific timelines to ensure every promise is fulfill ...Read More >
Nalbari: In Lower and Southern Assam, which together account for around 45 seats, a multi-cornered contest is taking shape for the assembly polls. BJP and its ally Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) are contesting against Congress-led alliance and All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF), making the contests triangular or multi-cornered. In two constituencies - Goalpara East and Gauripur - Congress and its ally Raijor Dal are engaged in a friendly contest. The divide along religious lines, recent evicti ...Read More >
Cachar (Assam) [India], April 3 (ANI): Ahead of the forthcoming state Assembly elections, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday alleged Assam Congress president and candidate from Jorhat constituency Gaurav Gogoi's connections with Pakistani media, saying all these people are a "left-wing liberal gang who want to finish the Sanatana". Sarma also projected confidence in the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) electoral prospects and said only Prime Minister Narendra Modi's slogan will pr ...Read More >
Kamrup (Assam) [India], April 3 (ANI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday accused the Nehru-Gandhi family of "never having good feelings for Assam," recalling former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru's remarks during the 1962 Chinese aggression. Addressing a gathering in the rally here, Shah asserted that no one can seize even an inch of Assam's land and highlighted the BJP government's development and peace initiatives in the state. Also Read | Fake Sensodyne Toothpaste Manufacturing Unit ...Read More >
Sonitpur (Assam) [India], April 3 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday hit out at the Congress for allegedly creating an "identity crisis" by allowing infiltrators in Assam. Addressing a public rally here ahead of the upcoming Legislative Assembly polls, the Uttar Pradesh CM lauded the BJP government's efforts in preserving Assam's identity and honouring its culture and warriors. Also Read | Fake Sensodyne Toothpaste Manufacturing Unit Busted in Delhi; Owner Arrested ( ...Read More >
Kamrup (Assam) [India], April 3 (ANI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday accused the Nehru-Gandhi family of "never having good feelings for Assam," recalling former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru's remarks during the 1962 Chinese aggression. Addressing a gathering in the rally here, Shah asserted that no one can seize even an inch of Assam's land and highlighted the BJP government's development and peace initiatives in the state. "The Gandhi family, the Nehru family, they have never had ...Read More >
Sonitpur (Assam) [India], April 3 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday hit out at the Congress for allegedly creating an "identity crisis" by allowing infiltrators in Assam. Addressing a public rally here ahead of the upcoming Legislative Assembly polls, the Uttar Pradesh CM lauded the BJP government's efforts in preserving Assam's identity and honouring its culture and warriors. "The Congress created a crisis of identity. This crisis of identity was not limited to any ...Read More >
Goalpara (Assam) [India], April 3 (ANI): As Assam Assembly elections near, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday promised that a third consecutive BJP government would tackle infiltrators in the state and focus on the development and welfare of tribal communities. Addressing a gathering here, Shah accused the Congress of turning Assam into a hub for infiltrators. Also Read | Sikkim State Lottery Result Today 6 PM Live: Dear Crown Friday Lottery Result of April 3, 2026 Declared Online, Watch ...Read More >
Goalpara (Assam) [India], April 3 (ANI): As Assam Assembly elections near, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday promised that a third consecutive BJP government would tackle infiltrators in the state and focus on the development and welfare of tribal communities. Addressing a gathering here, Shah accused the Congress of turning Assam into a hub for infiltrators. "The Congress turned Assam into a hub for infiltrators. If their government comes to power, infiltrators will infiltrate even with ...Read More >
Sivasagar (Assam) [India], April 3 (ANI): Ahead of the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, Union Minister of State Pabitra Margherita expressed confidence in the prospects of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the state, particularly in the Nazira constituency. Speaking to ANI on Thursday, Margherita said, "I'm not commenting on the numbers or how many seats we're going to get. But I can assure you that in this particular seat, the NDA candidate or BJP candidate, Mayur Borgohain, will definitel ...Read More >
Sivasagar (Assam) [India], April 3 (ANI): Ahead of the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, Union Minister of State Pabitra Margherita expressed confidence in the prospects of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the state, particularly in the Nazira constituency. Speaking to ANI on Thursday, Margherita said, "I'm not commenting on the numbers or how many seats we're going to get. But I can assure you that in this particular seat, the NDA candidate or BJP candidate, Mayur Borgohain, will definitel ...Read More >
Dibrugarh (Assam) [India], April 3 (ANI): Jharkhand Minister Shilpi Neha Tirkey on Friday alleged that people in Assam feel "betrayed" by the BJP government, claiming that promises made over the last decade have not been fulfilled and that policies introduced during this period have adversely impacted tea gardens in the region. Speaking to ANI during her visit to Dibrugarh and nearby areas, Tirkey said, "I have been visiting Dibrugarh and nearby areas, and I can say that people here feel betray ...Read More >
Barpeta (Assam) [India], April 3 (ANI): People in Barpeta are eagerly awaiting Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, as he is scheduled to address a rally in the district today ahead of the 2026 Assam Assembly elections. Speaking to ANI, a BJP supporter praised Adityanath for doing "excellent" work in Uttar Pradesh, asserting that they expect the same in Assam too. "If we talk about women's safety, things feel better now. Earlier, there were Bangladeshis in nearby areas, and many were ...Read More >
Guwahati: Nearly 40% of the 722 candidates contesting the 126 constituencies in the upcoming Assam Assembly elections have declared assets exceeding Rs 1 crore, according to affidavits filed ahead of the polls. In total, 285 candidates fall into the 'crorepati' category, with the combined declared assets of all contestants amounting to approximately Rs 2,352 crore. The average asset value per candidate stands at Rs 3.25 crore. The BJP-led North East Democratic Alliance (NEDA) and the Congress- ...Read More >
Guwahati (Assam) [India], April 3 (ANI): Union Minister Nitin Gadkari appealed to the voters for the return of the BJP government in Assam in the upcoming elections, highlighting the necessity of a crackdown on illegal immigrants and infiltrators in the state. At a public rally in Guwahati on Thursday, Gadkari stressed that no foreign national can be granted "unauthorised entry" in India. He further added that to ensure the development of the country and Assam, it must be saved from illegal imm ...Read More >
Guwahati (Assam) [India], April 3 (ANI): Union Minister Nitin Gadkari appealed to the voters for the return of the BJP government in Assam in the upcoming elections, highlighting the necessity of a crackdown on illegal immigrants and infiltrators in the state. At a public rally in Guwahati on Thursday, Gadkari stressed that no foreign national can be granted "unauthorised entry" in India. He further added that to ensure the development of the country and Assam, it must be saved from illegal imm ...Read More >
Nagaon (Assam) [India], April 2 (ANI): Congress leader Durlav Chamua on Thursday claimed that public opinion in the state is turning against the Bharatiya Janata Party-led government and alleged that the ruling party's approach towards the general public has not been "satisfactory". He further alleged that the government has failed to tackle the woes of traffic during their tenure. Speaking to ANI in Nagaon, Chamua said, "Opinion of the public is important, and now the opinion is against BJP.. ...Read More >
Karbi Anglong (Assam): Assam Congress president and candidate from Jorhat constituency in the upcoming assembly polls, Gaurav Gogoi, on Thursday hit out at Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, alleging his links with the stone, coal and areca nut mafia in the state. Speaking to reporters in Karbi Anglong, Gaurav Gogoi expressed confidence in the Congress-led alliance and said that the people of Assam have united against fear and intimidation. He said, "The entire Assam has united against the pol ...Read More >
Karbi Anglong (Assam) [India], April 2 (ANI): Assam Congress president and candidate from Jorhat constituency in the upcoming assembly polls, Gaurav Gogoi, on Thursday hit out at Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, alleging his links with the stone, coal and areca nut mafia in the state. Speaking to reporters in Karbi Anglong, Gaurav Gogoi expressed confidence in the Congress-led alliance and said that the people of Assam have united against fear and intimidation. He said, "The entire Assam ha ...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, April 1: Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi on Wednesday addressed election rallies at Nazira, Tingkhong and Khowang in Upper Assam, speaking extensively on the prevailing political situation and the everyday challenges faced by ordinary citizens, and sharply criticising the policies of the ruling party. Engaging directly with the people in simple language, Priyanka encouraged people to reflect critically through questions and reasoning. She began by asking people to assess what positiv ...Read More >
Jorhat: The campaign for over 40 assembly seats in Upper Assam appears focused on identity issues. With initiatives ranging from eviction drives to granting land rights, the BJP government in the state has positioned itself as the defender of Assamese identity. In 2021, Congress could win only five seats in the area. The BJP government has carried out a series of eviction drives from government and forest land, recovering about 1.5 lakh bighas from illegal possession. The state government had a ...Read More >
GUWAHATI: Fourteen per cent of the April 9 Assam election candidates have declared criminal cases against them, an analysis by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) said. The ADR analysed the self-sworn affidavits of all 722 candidates. Altogether 102 or 14 per cent of them have declared criminal cases against them, the report, released on Tuesday, stated. It was marginally higher in the 2021 polls. Of the 941 candidates, 138 or 15 per cent had declared criminal cases against them. Acc ...Read More >
GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday challenged state Congress president Gaurav Gogoi to divulge details of his property in Pakistan and the UK. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the BJP's manifesto release programme here, Sarma asked the Jorhat Lok Sabha MP to give the list of his properties outside the country to the Election Commission. "Gogoi has not given the details of his wife's income from Pakistan, nor has he mentioned her bank account in the neighbour ...Read More >
Guwahati, Mar 31 (PTI) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday challenged state Congress president Gaurav Gogoi to divulge details of his property in Pakistan and the UK. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the BJP's manifesto release programme here, Sarma asked the Jorhat Lok Sabha MP to give the list of his properties outside the country to the Election Commission. "Gogoi has not given the details of his wife's income from Pakistan, nor has he mentioned her bank account in ...Read More >
Hot seats in Assam Assembly Election 2026: The Sibsagar Assembly constituency is one of the 126 constituencies in the Assam Legislative Assembly. It is constituency number 96 of the Assam Legislative Assembly. As Assam prepares for Assembly elections on April 9, Sibsagar remains one of the most politically sensitive and symbolically important constituencies in Upper Assam. With its deep historical roots, strong regional identity and a politically aware electorate, Sibsagar has consistently feat ...Read More >
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