Young, Bold, First-Timers: Meet these 7 Under-40 candidates in Assam Assembly polls 2026
Mar 22, 2026As Assam heads to the polls on April 9, 2026, a new breed of candidate is making its presence felt — a generation armed not with political pedigrees but with PhDs, architecture degrees, London master's degrees, and student union experience. They are teachers who quit their jobs to fight for what they believe in, council members from the hills, tea growers' sons from Upper Assam, and architects from Barak Valley. This is the story of Assam's young political vanguard.
When will Himanta Biswa Sarma repay Rs 2 Lakh to his friend?
Mar 22, 2026Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma owes Rs 2 lakh to Advocate General Devajit Saikia, a debt unchanged across his 2016, 2021, and 2026 election affidavits. His wife Riniki also owes Saikia Rs 1 lakh. A decade on, the loan remains unpaid.
Jayanta Malla Baruah reaches Assam's Bijni to pacify rebel MLA Ajay Kumar Ray
Mar 22, 2026Assam Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah arrived in Bijni by helicopter on March 22, to address internal differences within the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) following dissent by sitting MLA Ajay Kumar Ray, who was denied a party ticket.
Assam CM condemns grenade attack on police camp in Jagun, vows action against perpetrators
Mar 22, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday, March 22, strongly condemned the brazen pre-dawn attack on an Assam Police Commando camp at Jagun in Tinsukia district, asserting that security forces have already launched a counter-insurgency operation and the perpetrators will be brought to justice.
Pawan Khera calls BJP ‘congress-dominated’, says Assam polls will be tough for Himanta
Mar 22, 2026Senior Congress leader Pawan Khera on March 22 launched an attack on the BJP over recent political developments in Assam, claiming growing resentment within the ruling party and asserting that the upcoming Assembly elections will be “very difficult” for Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.
Over 300 join BJP in Assam's Margherita ahead of Assembly polls
Mar 22, 2026With only a few days left for the Legislative Assembly elections, political activities have intensified across the region, with parties stepping up efforts to strengthen their organisational base and attract voters.
ULFA (Independent) claims responsibility for “Operation Bujoni” attack on Assam Police camp in Tinsukia
Mar 22, 2026ULFA (Independent) claims attack on Assam Police camp in Tinsukia named Operation Bujoni. Police investigate and increase security with no arrests yet.
Major accident at Assam's Chenimari on Jagiroad–Morigaon road
Mar 22, 2026A major road accident occurred at Assam's Chenimari along the Jagiroad–Morigaon connecting road, raising fresh concerns over rising cases of overspeeding in the region.
SVEEP awareness drive held in Assam's Baksa on World Water Day 2026, links voter participation with water security
Mar 22, 2026Assam's Baksa district marked World Water Day 2026 with a voter awareness drive emphasising water security. Officials called for active voting to ensure improved water policies and governance.
Assam polls: Himanta, BJP brass reach out to ticket-less MLAs eyeing Independent bids
Mar 22, 2026Party leaders, including Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and state president Dilip Saikia, have begun outreach efforts to contain the fallout.
Himanta Biswa Sarma arrives in Assam's Haflong for party meeting
Mar 22, 2026With the upcoming Assam Legislative Assembly elections approaching, political activities have intensified in Dima Hasao, with various parties already stepping up their campaigns.
Assam polls spotlight fading regionalism amid identity fears
Mar 22, 2026Regionalism faces an uncertain future in Assam as the state gears up for assembly elections, with fears over "outsiders"—chiefly illegal migrants—still dominating discourse after decades.
Sherman Ali Ahmed to contest from Assam's Mandia as All India Trinamool Congress releases second list
Mar 22, 2026Sherman Ali Ahmed will contest from Mandia constituency of Barpeta district as TMC releases its second list of candidates. This move signals the party's strategic focus on Assam ahead of elections.
ECI mandates assured facilities at all polling stations for 2026 elections
Mar 22, 2026The Election Commission mandates essential facilities at polling stations for 2026 elections to enhance voter convenience. Regular checks will ensure these standards are met across India.
‘Burn me or my effigy’: Assam LoP Debabrata Saikia rejects ‘burn Congress office’ claim, calls audio misinterpreted
Mar 22, 2026Responding to the viral audio, the Leader of Opposition said the remarks were being misinterpreted and insisted he had not made any statement encouraging damage to party property.
Tension erupts during Eid gathering in Assam's Bongaigaon, on-duty cop hurt
Mar 22, 2026An unpleasant situation unfolded on Eid al-Fitr in Srijangram Borghola area of Assam's Bongaigaon, where an on-duty police personnel was injured following a clash with a group of people.
Grenade attack on Assam police camp leaves four injured in Tinsukia
Mar 22, 2026Four police personnel were injured in a grenade attack on a police camp in Tinsukia, Assam. Authorities are investigating the incident and have increased security in the area
Raijor Dal releases final candidate list for Assam polls; Pradip Kumar Baruah fielded from Kaliabor
Mar 22, 2026Raijor Dal finalises its candidate list for Assam elections, with Pradip Kumar Baruah contesting from Kaliabor. The party aims to enhance its presence in the state through this election.
'Congress not serious about ticket distribution' in Assam polls: Himanta
Mar 22, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on March 21 criticised the opposition’s preparedness for the Assam Assembly elections, alleging that the Congress was “not giving serious candidates or trying to give tickets to anyone”.
BJP to kick off Assam poll campaign with 40‑km Bhawanipur‑Sorbhog roadshow: Himanta
Mar 22, 2026Addressing the media, Sarma said the alliance is aiming to begin its campaign formally from March 24, with regular election meetings scheduled from March 26. “A roadshow will be held in the Bhawanipur-Sorbhog constituency, which will cover around 40 km. But regular meetings will start from March 26,” he said.
Transgender, queer groups oppose amendment bill, demand immediate withdrawal
Mar 21, 2026Transgender and queer collectives, along with individuals, on March 21 strongly opposed the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026, calling it “discriminatory” and demanding its immediate withdrawal.
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