AGP–BJP rift widens in Assam's Sadiya as local unit walks out of alliance
Feb 05, 2026In a major political development that could reshape electoral equations in Upper Assam, cracks have emerged in the alliance between the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the strategically important Sadiya Assembly constituency.
Congress holds BLA training camp for 222 booth committees in Assam’s Margherita
Feb 05, 2026Congress organises training for 222 booth committees in Margherita to boost grassroots election efforts. The camp emphasised voter awareness and campaign coordination among local party workers.
ECI briefs central observers ahead of Assembly elections in five states
Feb 05, 2026The Election Commission of India has briefed central observers on their duties ahead of 2026 Assembly elections in five states. Observers are tasked with ensuring free and fair elections by monitoring closely and reporting any irregularities.
Assam Chief Secretary, DGP review preparations ahead of PM Modi’s Moran visit; trial runs from February 8
Feb 05, 2026Assam officials review security and logistics ahead of PM Modi's Moran visit. Trial runs and coordination with local authorities are underway to ensure smooth arrangements.
Assam CM launches ‘Booth Vijay Abhiyan’ in Jalukbari, interacts with residents
Feb 05, 2026Assam CM launches Booth Vijay Abhiyan to boost voter turnout. The campaign aims to strengthen democratic participation ahead of elections.
Himanta Biswa Sarma claims Gaurav Gogoi’s family has bank accounts in Pakistan
Feb 05, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on February 5 made a serious allegation against Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi, claiming that members of Gogoi’s family have “running bank accounts in Pakistan,” a charge that has sharply escalated political tensions in the state.
Cattle smuggling bid foiled in Golakganj, 12 cows rescued; two arrested
Feb 05, 2026Dhubri Police foiled an attempted cattle smuggling operation on National Highway 17 in Golakganj, seizing 12 cows hidden beneath fruit cartons and arresting two alleged traffickers in a targeted crackdown on cross-border illegal trade.
UPPL to contest all Bodoland seats in Assam polls, open to alliance talks: Pramod Boro
Feb 05, 2026Bodoland Territorial Council chief and United People’s Party Liberal president Pramod Boro on February 4 said his party has decided to contest all Assembly seats in the Bodoland Territorial Region in the upcoming Assam elections, along with a few constituencies outside the region, citing clear public opinion in favour of an expanded electoral contest.
SIR in Assam will be ‘very extensive’ after polls: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Feb 05, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on February 4 said the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in the state will be carried out in a “very extensive and proper manner” once the Assembly elections are over, asserting that the process will be more comprehensive than the ongoing revision exercise.
"Cannot be a Hindu or Khilonjiya leader, but the biggest liar": Gaurav Gogoi takes a jibe at Himanta Biswa Sarma
Feb 04, 2026Congress MP and Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president Gaurav Gogoi on Werdnesday, February 4 mounted a scathing attack on Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, questioning his political credibility and moral authority while challenging his claims of being a Hindu or indigenous (Khilonjiya) leader.
Assam BJP accuses Akhil Gogoi of engineering ‘Miya’ settlements in Sivasagar
Feb 04, 2026State BJP spokesperson Kalyan Gogoi targeted Yunis Tamuli, described as a close associate of the MLA, questioning his credentials and accusing him of extortion activities in rural cattle markets while presenting himself as a journalist.
Assam: Traffic police official killed on spot after being mowed down by car, 3 critically injured
Feb 04, 2026A horrific road accident on the Doom Dooma–Chamdang bypass in Assam claimed the life of a senior traffic police officer and left several others critically injured on Wednesday, February 4.
Assam: Three of four prisoners arrested hours after Sadiya jail break
Feb 04, 2026In a swift breakthrough following a dramatic daytime jailbreak, Sadiya Police on Wednesday, February 4, arrested three of the four prisoners who escaped from the Sadiya Sub-Divisional Jail, even as an intensive manhunt continues to trace the remaining absconder.
Himanta Biswa Sarma to file defamation cases against Congress leaders on February 9 over alleged 'false claims'
Feb 04, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday, February 4, announced that he will initiate both civil and criminal defamation proceedings against senior Congress leaders, accusing them of making “false, malicious and defamatory” statements against him during a press conference earlier in the day.
Gaurav accuses Himanta of 'seeking refuge' as Congress intensifies corruption allegations
Feb 04, 2026The Opposition leader challenged Sarma to respond to the allegations directly rather than through legal means. "If he has courage he should fight us in the court of public opinion instead of seeking refuge," Gogoi stated.
Assam: Four prisoners escape from Sadiya District Jail in broad daylight, security lapse triggers alarm
Feb 04, 2026Four inmates escaped from Sadiya District Jail in broad daylight on Wednesday, February 4, raising serious questions about prison security and supervision.
Assam: Congress website allegedly hacked within an hour of launch, sparks cybersecurity concerns
Feb 04, 2026A newly launched campaign website, unveiled by Congress MP and Assam Pradesh Congress chief Gaurav Gogoi on February 4, was allegedly hacked within an hour of going live.
Delimitation opens new doors: Asom Gana Parishad eyes bigger role in SC reserved seats
Feb 04, 2026With an eye firmly on the 2026 Assam Assembly elections, NDA ally Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) has intensified its organisational push by convening an extended central executive meeting of its key frontal body, the Scheduled Caste Parishad, at Kunwaritol in Kaliabor on Wednesday, February 4.
Cancer awareness and screening programme held in Assam's Digboi
Feb 04, 2026A cancer awareness and screening camp was held in Digboi, Assam to promote early detection and prevention. Locals actively participated in free screening and educational sessions
Prohibited cough syrup worth lakhs seized at Badarpur Railway Station, one arrested
Feb 04, 2026Security forces seized a large consignment of prohibited cough syrup worth several lakh rupees at Badarpur Railway Station in Sribhumi district, leading to the arrest of one alleged smuggler.
IIT Guwahati team uses AI to design high-performance alloys without critical raw materials
Feb 04, 2026A team of researchers has developed a machine learning–based method to design advanced metal alloys without relying on critical raw materials, offering a potential breakthrough for sustainable manufacturing and industrial security.
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