Assam News

815 filed, 789 cleared, 67 withdrew: 722 candidates in fray for Assam polls 2026

A total of 722 candidates will contest the upcoming Assam Legislative Assembly elections 2026 following the completion of the nomination withdrawal process.

BJP candidate Pradyut Bordoloi launches campaign in Dispur

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate for the Dispur Assembly constituency Pradyut Bordoloi on March 26, launched his election campaign, expressing confidence of victory.

Fire breaks out at accused’s house after police raid in Assam's Morigaon

A fire broke out at the residence of an accused shortly after a police raid in Boramara under Jaluguti in Assam's Morigaon district.

‘Whatever Ajmal says, we’ve politically crushed Assam’s enemies’: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on March 26 expressed strong confidence in a “historic” victory for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), claiming that the party has already weakened its political opponents in the state.

‘Will bring strong law against hate speech; Even Himanta Biswa Sarma may face 5 years’ jail’: Gaurav Gogoi

Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi on March 26 said that if a Congress government comes to power in Assam, it would introduce a stringent law against hate speech, warning that anyone spreading hatred against any religion would face strict punishment.

Zubeen Garg Remembered by Bangladesh Envoy: “He Promised to Sing Both National Anthems”

Paying a heartfelt tribute, Riaz Hamidullah recalled his meeting with iconic Assamese singer Zubeen Garg, expressing regret that the artiste could not fulfil his promise to perform at a bilateral event.

BJP govt deceived tea garden workers in Assam, alleges Jharkhand Minister Bandhu Tirkey

Congress leader and Jharkhand minister Bandhu Tirkey on March 26 accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in Assam of failing tea garden workers, alleging that wage hikes have been inadequate and several estates have been sold off.

Congress brought Bangladeshi infiltrators and gave them land: Sarbananda Sonowal

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on March 26 said the upcoming Assam Assembly elections are crucial for safeguarding the interests of indigenous people, while launching a sharp attack on the Indian National Congress over alleged infiltration issues.

Assam records first IVF-born calf using embryo transfer technology

Assam has recorded a major breakthrough in the livestock sector with the birth of its first IVF-borne calf using advanced embryo transfer technology.

Six withdraw from Assam’s Kokrajhar polls; Candidates in fray drop from 43 to 36

Six candidates withdrew their nominations from three Assembly constituencies in Kokrajhar district on the last day of withdrawal on March 26, bringing down the total number of contestants to 36.

Assam Chief Secretary assures 73 per cent fuel surplus, warns against panic buying

Amid reports of panic buying and long queues at fuel stations, the Chief Secretary of Assam has clarified that the state has a significant surplus of petrol and diesel, urging citizens not to engage in unnecessary hoarding.

Guwahati among venues for Border-Gavaskar series; Kohli, Rohit likely in 9 home ODIs

Guwahati’s Barsapara Stadium has been included as one of the venues for the 2027 Border-Gavaskar Test series between India and Australia, highlighting the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) home season schedule announced on March 26.

Assam tea workers' union condemns Congress leader's 'derogatory' post, plans FIR

Assam rules out fuel shortage, urges public to avoid panic buying

Officials noted that Assam remains in a strong position due to its refining capacity. Output from the four refineries — Numaligarh Refinery, Noonmati Refinery, Digboi Refinery and Bongaigaon Refinery — “significantly exceeds local demand”, ensuring steady availability across districts.

'GO TO HELL': Suicide note names BJP's Guwahati Central candidate of driving local businessman to death

A handwritten note purportedly left behind by Guwahati businessman Sijo Jacob, who died in a Shillong hotel room in early 2024, has resurfaced online — directly naming Vijay Gupta, the BJP's candidate for Guwahati Central in the upcoming 2026 Assam Assembly elections, as the reason for his death.

Women to run 300 booths as Dibrugarh prepares for single-phase Assam polls

As many as 300 booths will be run entirely by women staff, reflecting higher participation and confidence among female personnel during training sessions, officials said.

‘We hope to open an account’: NPP eyes foothold in Assam with three seats

The party has fielded candidates in three constituencies for the 126-member Assam Assembly, marking a modest but strategic entry into the state’s electoral landscape.

ECI pushes fear-free voting as Assam gears up for April 9 polls

The Election Commission of India has called on Assam voters to cast their votes fearlessly in the April 9 assembly elections. It has assured full safety measures and urged peaceful participation to uphold democracy

‘Who wants to go to Congress?’: Himanta questions Opposition’s prospects ahead of Assam polls

Sharp political exchanges marked the run-up to the Assam Assembly elections as Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi traded claims over public support and governance.

‘Responsibility must be borne by Himanta Biswa Sarma’: Gaurav Gogoi on Sivasagar newspaper burning

Addressing a press conference at Khanapara, Gogoi said the Chief Minister has “consistently targeted certain news channels and newspapers”, creating an atmosphere where such incidents become possible. “The responsibility for today’s incident of burning newspapers must be borne by Himanta Biswa Sarma himself,” he said.

400 Hindi-speaking leaders, workers join BJP in West Karbi Anglong ahead of Assam Assembly polls

In a significant political development ahead of the elections, around 400 Hindi-speaking leaders, workers and supporters joined the Bharatiya Janata Party at a ceremony held at the party’s district headquarters in Ghelani, Donkamokam.