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‘Humbly accept the mandate’: Gaurav Gogoi takes responsibility for Congress defeat in Assam

‘Humbly accept the mandate’: Gaurav Gogoi takes responsibility for Congress defeat in Assam

May 04, 2026

Assam Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi has accepted the party's defeat in the state assembly elections, pledging to strengthen the opposition's role amid a decisive mandate for the ruling coalition.

Congress general secretary Jitendra Singh quits Assam charge after BJP's hat-trick win

Congress general secretary Jitendra Singh quits Assam charge after BJP's hat-trick win

May 04, 2026

Jitendra Singh, the All India Congress Committee's General Secretary in charge of Assam, resigned from his post on Monday, May 4, hours after the BJP secured a third consecutive term in the state assembly elections.

How Congress has become a Muslim-only party in Assam

How Congress has become a Muslim-only party in Assam

May 04, 2026

Defections, factionalism, and polarisation crippled Assam’s Congress, shrinking it to 19 seats dominated by Muslim legislators, erasing its indigenous base. Himanta Biswa Sarma’s BJP exploited divisions, turning identity politics into a decisive electoral advantage and reshaping the state’s opposition landscape.

Jayanta Malla Baruah registers landslide win from Assam's Nalbari

Jayanta Malla Baruah registers landslide win from Assam's Nalbari

May 04, 2026

BJP leader Jayanta Malla Baruah wins Nalbari assembly seat with a landslide margin. The election witnessed high voter turnout, showcasing strong public support in Assam.

Guwahati Central delivers huge win for BJP’s Vijay Kumar Gupta

Guwahati Central delivers huge win for BJP’s Vijay Kumar Gupta

May 04, 2026

Vijay Kumar Gupta wins Guwahati Central, boosting BJP's position in Assam. The victory reflects strong voter support and BJP's growing influence in the region.

Pradyut Bordoloi dominates Dispur seat with massive victory margin

Pradyut Bordoloi dominates Dispur seat with massive victory margin

May 04, 2026

BJP leader Pradyut Bordoloi wins Dispur assembly seat with a large margin. His focus on local development earned strong voter support and strengthened his political standing.

BJP’s Ajanta Neog retains Golaghat seat, defeats Congress' Bitupan Saikia by 43,759 votes

BJP’s Ajanta Neog retains Golaghat seat, defeats Congress' Bitupan Saikia by 43,759 votes

May 04, 2026

Ajanta Neog wins Golaghat seat again, defeating Congress by a large margin. This victory is set to enhance BJP's influence in regional development and governance.

“Our responsibility has increased”: Assam BJP Chief Dilip Saikia on NDA’s strong lead

“Our responsibility has increased”: Assam BJP Chief Dilip Saikia on NDA’s strong lead

May 04, 2026

Assam BJP Chief Dilip Saikia stresses greater responsibility after NDA's electoral success. He calls for unity and focused development to meet public expectations.

Pijush Hazarika registers massive victory from Jagiroad with 93,584-vote margin

Pijush Hazarika registers massive victory from Jagiroad with 93,584-vote margin

May 04, 2026

BJP leader Pijush Hazarika wins Jagiroad assembly seat with a massive 93,000 vote lead. This victory underscores his strong support base in the constituency.

BJP Naharkatia candidate Taranga Gogoi confident of 100+ seats for NDA in Assam

BJP Naharkatia candidate Taranga Gogoi confident of 100+ seats for NDA in Assam

May 04, 2026

BJP's Taranga Gogoi is optimistic about NDA winning over 100 seats in Assam. He highlights strong party presence and development work as key factors.

Welfare wave propels NDA towards historic third term in Assam

Welfare wave propels NDA towards historic third term in Assam

May 04, 2026

NDA set to clinch third term in Assam with welfare schemes winning voter trust. Development focus strengthens alliance's position across communities.

“Historic mandate”: Assam BJP chief Dilip Saikia thanks voters as BJP leads in Assam and Bengal

“Historic mandate”: Assam BJP chief Dilip Saikia thanks voters as BJP leads in Assam and Bengal

May 04, 2026

Assam BJP chief Dilip Saikia thanks voters for their support after a historic mandate in Assam and Bengal. The party pledges to focus on development and welfare in the region.

Police personnel falls ill at Assam's Nagaon counting centre, alleged lack of ambulance raises questions

May 04, 2026

Amid the ongoing vote counting process in Assam, serious concerns emerged over emergency preparedness at a counting centre in Nagaon district after an on-duty police personnel reportedly collapsed due to illness.

“People are with us”: AGP Chief Atul Bora confident of NDA’s bigger win in Assam

“People are with us”: AGP Chief Atul Bora confident of NDA’s bigger win in Assam

May 04, 2026

AGP (Asom Gana Parishad) Chief Atul Bora is optimistic about the NDA's chances in Assam elections, citing strong public support and development efforts. He urged voters to back the alliance for continued stability and growth.

Assam Results 2026: NDA tightens grip as top BJP ministers open strong leads, check who is leading

Assam Results 2026: NDA tightens grip as top BJP ministers open strong leads, check who is leading

May 04, 2026

NDA gains momentum in Assam Assembly elections 2026 with BJP ministers leading. Opposition yet to make significant impact as counting continues.

Pijush Hazarika confident of NDA victory, says Himanta Biswa Sarma set for another term as CM in Assam

Pijush Hazarika confident of NDA victory, says Himanta Biswa Sarma set for another term as CM in Assam

May 04, 2026

BJP Candidate of Jagiroad constituency Pijush Hazarika is optimistic about the NDA's win in Assam elections, highlighting strong public support. He believes Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma will secure another term due to the government's effective work.

Gaurav Gogoi raises concern over slow counting in Assam's Titabor constituency

Gaurav Gogoi raises concern over slow counting in Assam's Titabor constituency

May 04, 2026

Congress MP and Jorhat candidate Gaurav Gogoi raises alarm over slow vote counting in Assam's Titabor. Authorities assure efforts to speed up and ensure transparency.

NDA surges past halfway mark in Assam, Himanta Biswa Sarma set for second term

NDA surges past halfway mark in Assam, Himanta Biswa Sarma set for second term

May 04, 2026

NDA leads Assam Assembly elections with a strong chance of majority. Himanta Biswa Sarma poised for second term as Chief Minister.

Lily Das Malik, All India Radio's first Assamese woman newsreader, dies in Bengaluru

Lily Das Malik, All India Radio's first Assamese woman newsreader, dies in Bengaluru

May 03, 2026

Veteran All India Radio newsreader Lily Das Malik, regarded as one of the most recognisable voices of the golden era of Assamese broadcasting, passed away in Bengaluru at 8:15 pm on Sunday, May 3. She was 90 at the time of her death.

Assamese film ‘Moi Eti Nixhasor’ wins double honours at Houston WorldFest 2026

Assamese film ‘Moi Eti Nixhasor’ wins double honours at Houston WorldFest 2026

May 03, 2026

Assamese film Moi Eti Nixhasor wins two awards at Houston WorldFest 2026, highlighting its cultural storytelling. The success is expected to boost Assam’s film industry on the global stage.

Assam: Joint operation at New Bongaigaon railway station leads to seizure of 270 sacks of Burmese areca nuts

Assam: Joint operation at New Bongaigaon railway station leads to seizure of 270 sacks of Burmese areca nuts

May 03, 2026

A huge consignment of Burmese areca nuts was seized during a joint operation conducted by the Assam Railway Police and the Railway Protection Force (RPF) at New Bongaigaon Railway Station in Assam.