Assam: After ticket snub, BJP leader Sanjay Roy decides to contest as an independent candidate
Mar 21, 2026The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is facing internal discord in Assam’s Abhayapuri constituency after BJP's youth leader Sanjay Roy announced his decision to contest as an independent candidate, alleging unfair denial of party ticket despite years of service.
BJP leader Jayanta Kumar Das resigns from party after Dispur ticket snub
Mar 21, 2026Jayanta Kumar Das resigns from BJP after being denied the Dispur assembly ticket.
Former BJP leader Chakradhar Das to contest as independent from Assam's Bongaigaon, cites family-centric politics
Mar 21, 2026Former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Chakradhar Das on March 21, announced that he will contest the 2026 Assam Assembly elections as an independent candidate from the 18-Bongaigaon constituency.
Youth injured, woman critically hurt in road accident at Assam's Kaliabor
Mar 21, 2026Amid the ongoing Eid al-Fitr celebrations, a serious road accident was reported from Nalotoli area along the National Highway in Assam's Kaliabor, leaving one person injured and a young woman critically hurt.
BJP releases second list of candidates for Assam Assembly elections, Jiban Gogoi to contest from Sissiborgaon
Mar 21, 2026The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday, March 21 released its second list of candidates for the upcoming Assam Assembly Elections 2026, announcing nominees for two constituencies.
Assam: Unidentified body recovered from pond inside Gauhati University campus, probe underway
Mar 21, 2026An unidentified body was recovered from a pond within the premises of Gauhati University in Assam’s Jalukbari area on Saturday, March 21, triggering concern among students and local residents.
Congress to contest 100 seats, 'friendly contest' with ally in 2 seats: Gaurav Gogoi
Mar 21, 2026With the Assam Assembly elections scheduled for April 9 drawing closer, the Congress has announced an aggressive electoral strategy, indicating it will contest in nearly 100 constituencies while accommodating alliance partners as part of a broader opposition front.
Brahmaputra emerging as Assam’s growth lifeline through waterways push: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Mar 21, 2026Assam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma highlights the Brahmaputra river's role in driving regional growth via waterway development. The initiative focuses on enhancing connectivity and sustainable transport to boost the state's economy.
For the first time Assam releases captive-bred vultures into the wild
Mar 21, 2026Assam releases captive-bred vultures to boost their declining numbers. Conservationists welcome the move, highlighting the birds' ecological importance.
Election Commission completes first phase of EVM-VVPAT randomisation across poll-bound states, including Assam
Mar 21, 2026The Election Commission of India (ECI) has successfully completed the first phase of randomisation of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) units in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry, along with select states going for by-elections.
Congress nominee Pradip Kumar Sarkar reaches Assam's Abhayapuri, vows justice for Zubeen Garg
Mar 21, 2026Assam Pradesh Congress Committee Vice President Pradip Kumar Sarkar arrived at his residence in Abhayapuri after being nominated as the Indian National Congress candidate for the constituency.
Guwahati gears up for IPL showdown as ticket sales surge for Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings clash
Mar 21, 2026Guwahati is witnessing a surge in cricket fervour as fans across Assam prepare for a high-octane Indian Premier League (IPL) encounter between Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings at the ACA Stadium on March 30. The much-anticipated fixture has already recorded an impressive 70 per cent ticket sale, signalling a near-capacity turnout for the marquee clash.
Pradip Baruah named joint opposition candidate for Assam's Kaliabor constituency
Mar 21, 2026Pradip Baruah is the joint opposition candidate for Kaliabor, Assam. Opposition parties unite to strengthen their chances against the ruling party in upcoming elections.
Thousands gather in Assam's Dhubri Eidgah to offer Eid-ul-Fitr prayers
Mar 21, 2026As the country marks Eid al-Fitr today (March 21), people began the day with early morning prayers, celebrating the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
Assam: Congress candidate Suruchi Roy files nomination in Ramkrishnanagar for Assembly polls 2026, raises “local vs Bangladeshi” plank
Mar 21, 2026Congress candidate Suruchi Roy filed her nomination for the Ramkrishnanagar Assembly constituency on March 20, in the presence of district party leaders.
GSP fields Ramesh Chandra Das in Assam's Baksa, releases third list
Mar 21, 2026GSP (Gana Suraksha Party) announces candidates for Assam elections with focus on Baksa and New Guwahati seats. Ramesh Chandra Das and Chinmoyee Bhuyan Bordoloi to represent the party along with five others.
Forest personnel intercept suspected poacher in Assam's Kaziranga, recover firearm
Mar 21, 2026Forest personnel in Assam's Kaziranga National Park caught a suspected poacher with a firearm, preventing illegal hunting. Authorities are investigating the case while continuing efforts to protect the park's wildlife.
Trinamool Congress makes aggressive Assam foray, unveils first list of 17 candidates
Mar 21, 2026The All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) has announced its first list of 17 candidates for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, signalling the party’s intent to expand its footprint in the state’s political landscape.
Himanta Biswa Sarma says there is 'no medicine' for demographic change in Assam
Mar 20, 2026Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that there is “no penicillin or antibiotic” to address the demographic changes that have taken place in Assam, asserting that people have only two options — “either surrender or keep fighting”.
Turncoat MLAs left in the lurch: Basanta Das, Sherman Ali denied tickets after party switch
Mar 20, 2026In a striking trend ahead of the Assam Assembly elections, several leaders who switched political loyalties in anticipation of electoral opportunities have found themselves sidelined, with parties denying them tickets despite their recent defections.
Himanta Biswa Sarma’s combined family income doubles to Rs 35.16 cr from Rs 17.27 cr
Mar 20, 2026The combined income of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and his entrepreneur wife Riniki Bhuyan Sarma has nearly doubled to Rs 35.16 crore in 2026 from Rs 17.27 crore in 2021, according to his election affidavit filed on March 20.
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