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Elections 2026: Get latest assembly election news and updates for Assam, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Puducherry at India Today NE. Stay updated for election date, schedule, elections live coverage, breaking election news, election results.

The electoral victory of Tanzil Hussain, son of senior Congress leader and Dhubri MP Rakibul Hussain, in Samaguri marks not just a generational transition in Assam politics, but also the continuation of the Hussain family’s political influence in one of the Indian National Congress’s traditional strongholds. With his victory, Tanzil, 27, has also become the youngest MLA in Assam.

Rakibul Hussain, Tanzil Hussain keep Congress stronghold intact in Samaguri

Father in Parliament, son in Assembly: Rakibul Hussain, Tanzil Hussain keep Congress stronghold intact in Samaguri

Both leaders, who previously headed autonomous councils in their respective regions, are now set to play a role in state-level policymaking following their election as Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs).

Tuliram Ronghang & Tankeswar Rabha

From council chiefs to MLAs: Tankeswar Rabha and Tuliram Ronghang make the shift to Assam Assembly

The Election Commission of India on May 6, said its digital platform ECINET played a crucial role in ensuring smooth election operations, faster reporting, and enhanced cybersecurity during the 2026 Assembly elections and bypolls across the country.

ECI’s digital platform ECINET logs 10 crore downloads, blocks 68 lakh cyber threats during 2026 polls

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on May 6, renewed his allegations of 'vote theft' against the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party, days after the party secured major victories in the Assembly elections in Assam and West Bengal.

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi reiterates ‘vote theft’ allegations after BJP wins in Assam and West Bengal

Senior Congress leader Debabrata Saikia has acknowledged his defeat in the Nazira constituency, thanking party workers and supporters for their efforts during the election campaign.

Debabrata Saikia

‘Will remain among you as ordinary servant’: Debabrata Saikia after Nazira defeat

National Democratic Alliance is set to return to power in Assam for a third consecutive term after winning 102 seats in the 126-member Assembly, crossing the two-thirds mark and delivering one of its strongest performances in the state.

NDA wins 102 of 126 seats in Assam, BJP secures 82 as opposition reduced to 24

Sons of three former chief ministers were defeated in the Assam Assembly elections, among whom were state Congress president and MP Gaurav Gogoi and Leader of Opposition in the outgoing Assembly Debabrata Saikia. 

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Assam verdict deals blow to political legacies, sons of former chief ministers defeated

Raijor Dal leader Akhil Gogoi secured a second consecutive victory from Sivasagar, emerging as the lone opposition winner in Upper Assam as counting for the 16th Assam Assembly election concluded on Monday, May 4.

Akhil Gogoi retains Sivasagar seat as BJP sweeps rest of district

AIUDF supremo Badruddin Ajmal returned to state politics by winning the newly-created Binnankandi constituency, even as his party was reduced to merely two MLAs in its worst-ever Assembly election performance. 

Badruddin Ajmal

AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal wins Binnakandi as party slumps to two MLAs

Assam: Sewli Mohilary thanks voters after Kokrajhar win, signals readiness for larger role

Sonowal praised Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's leadership, saying his “tireless energy and hard work” ensured Prime Minister Narendra Modi's development agenda blanketed the state. 

Sarbananda Sonowal

‘Assam has spoken’: Sarbananda Sonowal hails ‘historic mandate’ as NDA retains state

As the counting of votes for the Assam Assembly elections entered its decisive stage on May 4, the political picture in Dhubri district became increasingly clear, with the Indian National Congress emerging strongly in three constituencies, while the National Democratic Alliance appeared poised to secure Golakganj and Bilasipara through its alliance partners.

Assam: Congress grabs three seats in Dhubri as NDA clinches two in high-stakes count

While the Bharatiya Janata Party ( BJP ) celebrates a historic breakthrough in West Bengal, it has simultaneously cemented its "fortress in the Northeast." On Monday, Himanta Biswa Sarma secured his second consecutive term as Chief Minister of Assam, riding a wave of support for his "security and growth" agenda. 

NDA wins majority in Assam; Himanta Biswa Sarma set to return as Chief Minister

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the BJP -led National Democratic Alliance ( NDA ) has crossed the majority mark, leading in 102 seats in the 126-member assembly.

'People of Assam voted wholeheartedly': Himanta Biswa Sarma as NDA crosses majority mark

Atul Bora clinches third straight win in Bokakhat, strengthening AGP's regional presence. His leadership and campaign strategy have been crucial to this success.

AGP's Atul Bora secures third straight win in Bokakhat with commanding margin

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The Dima Hasao district administration in Assam has completed preparations for the counting of votes in the 113-Haflong (ST) Assembly constituency, with officials putting in place elaborate security and logistical arrangements ahead of counting day on May 4.

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Assam: Dima Hasao administration gears up for Haflong vote counting under tight security

Himanta Biswa Sarma on April 16 exuded confidence of a sweeping victory for the BJP in the upcoming elections, claiming the party would secure 100 seats in Assam and 200 in West Bengal.


Himanta predicts 100 seats in Assam, 200 in Bengal; calls for border sealing

Demonstrating an extraordinary commitment to the democratic process, Dhubri district recorded a staggering 92.68 per cent overall voter turnout in the 2026 Assam Assembly elections. 

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Dhubri records massive 92.68 per cent voter turnout as Assam Assembly polls conclude peacefully

Assam Chief Minister and Jalukbari assembly candidate Himanta Biswa Sarma today launched a sharp attack on the Congress party and its senior leader Pawan Khera. 

Pawan Khera a ‘Bhagora’, says Himanta Biswa Sarma after voting

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Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma has praised the National People's Party's (NPP) support in Rajabala Constituency. Speaking on February 24, Sangma declared that the area is "donned in the hues of the NPP," and expressed his gratitude for the support shown to NPP candidate  Abdus Saleh at New Bhaitbari.


Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma lauds NPP's support in Rajabala Constituency

The Tipra Motha Chief also visited Tipra Motha's candidate Hollywood Chakma's mothers home and had lunch.

Tripura: Tipra Motha Chief Pradyot DebBarma addresses huge rally at Pecharthal

Addressing the large gathering , the Tipra Motha Chief urged the people of tripura to vote for Tipra Motha and give them a chaance to bring change in the state. 

Tipra Motha Chief Pradyot Bikram Manikya DebBarma addresses huge rally at Chakmaghat

Tripura: Tipra Motha Chief Pradyot Bikram Manikya DebBarma addresses huge rally at Chakmaghat

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Father in Parliament, son in Assembly: Rakibul Hussain, Tanzil Hussain keep Congress stronghold intact in Samaguri

Both leaders, who previously headed autonomous councils in their respective regions, are now set to play a role in state-level policymaking following their election as Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs).

ECI’s digital platform ECINET logs 10 crore downloads, blocks 68 lakh cyber threats during 2026 polls

Rahul Gandhi reiterates ‘vote theft’ allegations after BJP wins in Assam and West Bengal

‘Will remain among you as ordinary servant’: Debabrata Saikia after Nazira defeat

NDA wins 102 of 126 seats in Assam, BJP secures 82 as opposition reduced to 24

Assam verdict deals blow to political legacies, sons of former chief ministers defeated

Akhil Gogoi retains Sivasagar seat as BJP sweeps rest of district

AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal wins Binnakandi as party slumps to two MLAs

Assam: Sewli Mohilary thanks voters after Kokrajhar win, signals readiness for larger role

‘Assam has spoken’: Sarbananda Sonowal hails ‘historic mandate’ as NDA retains state

Assam: Congress grabs three seats in Dhubri as NDA clinches two in high-stakes count

NDA wins majority in Assam; Himanta Biswa Sarma set to return as Chief Minister

'People of Assam voted wholeheartedly': Himanta Biswa Sarma as NDA crosses majority mark

AGP's Atul Bora secures third straight win in Bokakhat with commanding margin

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Assam: Sewli Mohilary thanks voters after Kokrajhar win, signals readiness for larger role

Assam: Dima Hasao administration gears up for Haflong vote counting under tight security

Himanta predicts 100 seats in Assam, 200 in Bengal; calls for border sealing

Dhubri records massive 92.68 per cent voter turnout as Assam Assembly polls conclude peacefully

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‘Will remain among you as ordinary servant’: Debabrata Saikia after Nazira defeat

NDA wins 102 of 126 seats in Assam, BJP secures 82 as opposition reduced to 24

Assam verdict deals blow to political legacies, sons of former chief ministers defeated