18 injured as vehicle falls into ditch during Congress campaign rally in Assam’s Nagaon
Apr 07, 2026At least 18 people were injured, several of them critically, after a vehicle carrying participants during a Congress rally fell into a deep ditch in Rupahihat under Nagaon district on Tuesday, April 7.
Election Commission rolls out webcasting, CAPF deployment for free and fair Assam Elections
Apr 07, 2026The Election Commission has completed extensive preparations to conduct the Assam Legislative Assembly General Elections 2026 in a single phase on April 9, with authorities emphasising a free, fair and secure polling process across the state’s 126 constituencies.
Polling teams dispatched to remote booths in Assam’s Haflong ahead of voting
Apr 07, 2026With polling in the Haflong Assembly constituency scheduled for April 9, election authorities in Dima Hasao district have dispatched polling personnel to remote locations to ensure timely and smooth conduct of voting.
Assam police book Pawan Khera on charges of forgery, defamation, targeting Assam CM’s family
Apr 07, 2026A First Information Report (FIR) has been registered by the Crime Branch of Assam Police in Guwahati against Congress leader Pawan Khera and others following a complaint filed by Riniki Bhuyan Sharma, wife of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, alleging forgery, defamation and criminal conspiracy in connection with statements made during recent press conferences.
Himanta Biswa Sarma slams Congress 'madman' Mallikarjun Kharge over unverified passport allegations
Apr 07, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on April 7 escalated his attack on the Congress, criticising party president Mallikarjun Kharge for defending allegations against him and his family, and remarking that Kharge was “speaking like a ‘pagal’ (madman)”.
Complaint filed against Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge over alleged inflammatory remarks in Assam
Apr 07, 2026A complaint has been lodged at Basistha Police Station in Guwahati, Assam against Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, following allegations of making inflammatory and derogatory remarks during a political address in Assam’s Sribhumi district.
HYBE India sets audition and pop-up dates as Guwahati kicks off the schedule
Apr 07, 2026The schedule, now confirmed through official HYBE India posts, runs from May through July across multiple Indian cities and extends internationally to Singapore, Sydney, London, Toronto, and New York. The audition tour begins in Guwahati on May 3, moves to Mumbai on May 10, and continues through Pune, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Delhi, Chennai, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, and Chandigarh, closing on July 25.
“Not the first time”: Congress's Deepak Bhardwaj slams Assam Police deployment in Delhi over Pawan Khera
Apr 07, 2026Congress leader Deepak Bhardwaj criticises Assam Police deployment in Delhi, questioning its legality and necessity. He calls for clear guidelines on inter-state police actions to protect jurisdiction and public trust.
4.8-magnitude earthquake hits Assam’s Hailakandi, no immediate damage reported
Apr 07, 2026A 4.8-magnitude earthquake jolted Hailakandi, Assam, with no damage reported. Authorities advise calm and recommend using the BhooKamp App for updates
“Mocking Gaurav Gogoi won’t hide corruption”: Mallikarjun Kharge attacks BJP
Apr 07, 2026Indian National Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on April 7, launched a strong attack on the BJP leadership during a public address in Guwahati, raising allegations of corruption and questioning the Centre’s silence.
Jairam Ramesh calls Himanta Biswa Sarma “rattled” as Assam Police reach Pawan Khera’s Delhi home in passport row
Apr 07, 2026Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh calls Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma rattled after police visit to Pawan Khera's residence. The investigation is linked to a passport issue and political tensions are rising.
Himanta Biswa Sarma says Pawan Khera “ran away” to Hyderabad amid Assam Police search in Delhi home
Apr 07, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma accuses Congress leader Pawan Khera of fleeing to Hyderabad amid police search. No official confirmation or response from Congress has been made so far.
Amit Shah attacks Congress in Patharkandi, says BJP will not allow Assam to become infiltrator-dominated
Apr 07, 2026Union Home Minister Amit Shah accused Congress of failing to stop illegal infiltration in Assam. He called on voters to support BJP for protecting Assam's identity and security.
Kanchanjunga Express hits buffalo herd inside tunnel near New Haflong, rail services briefly disrupted
Apr 06, 2026Rail services on the Lumding–Badarpur hill section were briefly disrupted on Monday, April 6 after the Kanchanjunga Express collided with a herd of buffaloes inside a tunnel near New Haflong in Assam’s Dima Hasao district.
Assam: Dhubri police bust ‘Tir’ gambling racket near court complex, one arrested
Apr 06, 2026Dhubri Police on Monday, April 6 dismantled an illegal “Tir” (archery-based betting) gambling operation functioning near the Old Court Building area, leading to the arrest of one person and the seizure of betting-related materials.
Movement curbs imposed along India–Bhutan border in Tamulpur ahead of Assam polls
Apr 06, 2026Movement along the India–Bhutan international border in Assam’s Tamulpur district will remain restricted from April 6 evening until the completion of polling on April 9, in line with Election Commission guidelines for the 2026 Assam Legislative Assembly elections.
Assam: Suspicious death in Dima Hasao sparks protests, market shuts down
Apr 06, 2026Tensions escalated in Dima Hasao's Mahur area following the suspicious death of 39-year-old Teuwangkambé Nyume, a resident of Nokiabanglo village.
Three missing after boat capsizes at Bhajakhaiti Ghat in Assam's Morigaon
Apr 06, 2026Three persons went missing after a boat capsized at Bhajakhaiti Ghat in Moirabari area of Morigaon district on April 6, officials said.
Two robbers lynched by mob in Nagaon's Rupahihat after late-night robbery bid
Apr 06, 2026In a shocking incident, two alleged robbers were beaten to death by a mob in No. 1 Kathpara area of Rupahihat following a late-night robbery attempt.
Himanta Biswa Sarma claims Pakistan channels aired 11 shows on Assam polls in 10 days, alleges pro-Congress narrative
Apr 06, 2026The political battle in Assam intensified sharply as Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma accused Congress leaders of using fabricated documents and attempting to influence the electoral process, while also alleging a Pakistan link to the controversy.
"See you in court": Riniki Bhuyan Sharma denies passport, asset allegations by Pawan Khera, vows legal action
Apr 05, 2026Riniki Bhuyan Sharma, wife of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, has strongly denied allegations made by Congress leader Pawan Khera regarding multiple foreign passports and undisclosed assets, terming them “fabricated” and legally actionable.
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