"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.
Kaziranga’s rhino habitat shaped by climate shifts and human pressure: Study
Feb 04, 2026Climate shifts and human actions have reshaped the Kaziranga rhino habitat. Conservation efforts must consider both to protect this endangered species
Akhil Gogoi dares Himanta to contest from Sivasagar, says CM avoided politics and skipped key promises
Feb 04, 2026Raijor Dal leader and Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi on February 4, said Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma did not make any political remarks during his visit to the Sivasagar Legislative Assembly constituency.
Himanta Biswa Sarma cites Mahatma Gandhi, advocates ‘civil disobedience’ to drive out illegal Bangladeshis
Feb 04, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on February 4 laid out what he described as a deliberate policy of “civil disobedience and non-cooperation,” inspired by Mahatma Gandhi, to deal with illegal Bangladeshi nationals in the state, asserting that his government is creating conditions that make it impossible for them to continue living in Assam.
Advocate Ajanta Talukdar seeks BJP ticket from Morigaon Assembly seat
Feb 04, 2026Political activity has intensified across Assam ahead of the forthcoming Assembly elections, with heightened enthusiasm and competition within the ruling BJP over party nominations.
Two Assam police personnel arrested for supplying drugs inside Guwahati jail
Feb 04, 2026Two Assam Police personnel were arrested on February 3 for allegedly supplying drugs and liquor to inmates of the Guwahati Central Jail, a senior police officer said.
Massive fire guts over 17 shops at Nawaibeel Bazar in West Karbi Anglong
Feb 04, 2026A devastating fire broke out late last night, February 3, at Nawaibeel Bazar in Assam’s West Karbi Anglong district, completely gutting more than 17 shops and other commercial establishments, causing heavy financial losses to local traders and shopkeepers.
Couple killed in wild elephant attack in Assam’s Tamulpur
Feb 04, 2026A couple was killed in a wild elephant attack at Natunbasti village under NC Angarkata along the Indo-Bhutan border in Assam’s Tamulpur district on February 3 officials said.
World Cancer Day marked in Assam’s Morigaon; Doctors urge early detection and prevention
Feb 04, 2026World Cancer Day was observed with significance in Assam’s Morigaon on February 4, with a large awareness rally organised by the Morigaon Civil Hospital to educate the public about cancer prevention and early detection.
Assam’s 11-year-old chess prodigy Viraj Sarawgi shines in Europe, gains 290 FIDE Elo points
Feb 04, 2026Assam’s 11-year-old chess talent Viraj Sarawgi delivered an impressive performance in Europe, gaining a remarkable 290 FIDE Elo rating points after competing in two consecutive FIDE-rated tournaments in Italy and Germany, officials said.
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