Assam News

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath targets Congress at Barpeta rally, highlights NDA’s ‘double-engine’ push in Assam

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath criticised Congress and praised NDA's development efforts in Assam during a Barpeta rally. He urged voters to back NDA for sustained progress and stability.

BJP confident of strong showing in Assam, eyes Nazira with decisive margin: Pabitra Margherita

Union Minister of State Pabitra Margherita has expressed confidence in the Bharatiya Janata Party’s electoral prospects in Assam ahead of the upcoming Assembly polls, signalling a strong push in key constituencies such as Nazira.

Arunachal CM joins ‘Youth Will Lead’ programme in Assam's Dhekiajuli

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu along with Dhekiajuli's BJP LAC candidate Ashok Singhal emphasised youth leadership at Assam’s Youth Will Lead programme. The event aimed to empower young people for community development and regional progress.

Himanta Biswa Sarma bets big on Barak Valley, predicts 9–11 seats for BJP

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma predicts BJP will win between nine and eleven seats in Barak Valley. The party aims to strengthen its presence in this traditionally challenging region.

Jharkhand Minister Shilpi Neha Tirkey alleges “betrayal” by BJP during campaign in Assam

Jharkhand Minister Shilpi Neha Tirkey has accused BJP of betrayal during the Assam election campaign. Her comments underline tensions within political alliances ahead of the polls.

Man held for killing 6-year-old daughter inside train in Assam

A six-year-old girl was allegedly killed by her father inside a train at Silanibari station in Assam’s Lakhimpur district on March 3, officials said.

Muslim voters will unite behind AIUDF in Assam polls: Asaduddin Owaisi

AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi expects Muslim voters in Assam to unite behind AIUDF in the upcoming elections. He emphasises AIUDF's role as a strong representative of Muslim interests in the state

Assam Assembly Polls 2026: Women underrepresented, only 59 of 722 candidates in fray

The 2026 Assam Assembly election reflects a continued gender imbalance, with women accounting for only 59 of the 722 candidates contesting across 126 constituencies, according to affidavit data analysed from Election Commission records.

Assam: Polling teams brave rain to enable home voting across Kamrup

Polling teams deployed across Kamrup district carried out home voting for eligible electors amid persistent rainfall, covering all six Legislative Assembly Constituencies (LACs) as part of the ongoing General Elections process.

The inside story of PM Modi’s tea-garden visit in Assam

PM Modi’s interaction with tea garden workers at Dibrugarh’s Monohari Tea Estate on April 1 was unplanned. Staying overnight in the tea garden’s resort, he spotted workers heading to the garden and sought a conversation, triggering photos that drew Opposition criticism as a pre-election photo-op.

Congress releases manifesto highlighting 11 key promises for Assam polls; focus on governance, identity

Congress on April 2 released the party manifesto for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, outlining 11 sectoral priorities and reiterating the party’s earlier “five guarantees”. The document was unveiled at an election rally in Bokajan in Karbi Anglong district in the presence of state Congress president Gaurav Gogoi and other senior leaders.

Assam highways to match global standards in three years: Nitin Gadkari

Union minister Nitin Gadkari addressed an election rally at Rani under the 29-Palashbari Legislative Assembly constituency in Assam on Thursday, April 2, campaigning in support of BJP candidate Himanshu Shekhar Baishya.

Complaint filed against website over alleged misrepresentation of Bodo culture

The Dularai Boro Harimu Afad has lodged a complaint at Kokrajhar Sadar Police Station against the website Bagurumba.com, alleging misrepresentation of the traditional Bodo dance, Bagurumba.

Assam polls: Hagrama Mohilary leads high-voltage campaign across BTR, backs NDA nominees

Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) president and Chief Executive Member of the Bodoland Territorial Council, Hagrama Mohilary, on Thursday, April 2 led a series of high-energy campaign events across Kokrajhar district in support of National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidates.

Illegal immigration not a religious issue, says Nitin Gadkari; slams Opposition for ‘communalising’ debate

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Thursday, April 2 asserted that the Assam government’s action against “illegal immigrants” must not be conflated with any religious community, emphasising that the issue pertains strictly to national interest and sovereignty.

'Entirely baseless': Kunki Chowdhury hits back at Himanta Biswa Sarma's claims on her mother

Himanta Biswa Sarma says public displays of affection reflect trust in governance

Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday, April 2 responded to remarks questioning public displays of affection by women supporters, stating that such gestures stem from respect and appreciation for his work in public service.

Zubeen Garg death case: Singapore findings won’t affect Assam probe, say officials

Authorities in Assam have asserted that the conclusions of the Singapore Police Force in the death of Zubeen Garg will have no impact on the ongoing criminal proceedings in the state, even as the foreign probe ruled out foul play.

Assam: Dispur Police bust mobile theft racket, one arrested with 18 stolen phones in Khanapara

Assam's Dispur Police arrested a man linked to a mobile phone theft racket in Khanapara. They recovered 18 stolen phones and continue to investigate further.

UPPL unveils ‘people’s manifesto’, pledges peace accord implementation and inclusive development in BTR

UPPL launches manifesto focusing on peace accord and inclusive development in BTR. The party pledges transparent governance and equitable growth to unite diverse communities.

ED files money laundering case against dismissed ACS officer Sukanya Bora; assets worth Rs 7.94 cr under scanner

The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Guwahati Zonal Office, has filed a prosecution complaint before the Special Court in Assam against dismissed ACS officer Sukanya Bora in connection with a money laundering case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002.