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Escalating political tensions in Assam, Gaurav Gogoi, the State Congress president, has launched a fierce counterattack against Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, accusing him of misleading the public and vowing to uncover alleged irregularities associated with Sarma's family assets and overseas business interests. In response to Sarma's recent statements, Gogoi claimed he would expose what he termed "falsehoods" regarding the Chief Minister's family wealth, questioning their ownership of a "Gold Card" in Dubai and property there, as well as the disclosure of such assets in Sarma's election affidavit. He warned that undisclosed assets could lead to disqualification under election laws…

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, on April 6, amplified his political critique against the Congress party, alleging foreign interference and the use of false evidence. He cautioned senior Congress leaders about potential legal repercussions, including imprisonment. According to Sarma, the recent controversy has negatively impacted the Congress, with informal trends indicating an increase in projected seats for the NDA from 94 to 99. He declared that “Congress is finished in Assam,” highlighting a growing public support for the BJP-led alliance. Sarma underscored the legal implications for Pawan Khera, stating that a police complaint has been filed, and the police…

On Sunday, BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia inaugurated a new private indoor cricket facility created by the Aakriida Centre of Excellence in Guwahati. The event was attended by several former state players, with Saikia acknowledging the contribution of the late Hirendra Kumar Dutta's family in providing the land for the facility. He highlighted the significance of this indoor center, particularly in a region with a 6–7-month rainy season, allowing cricketers to train 24/7 regardless of weather. Saikia also pointed out the importance of mental health and counseling in developing athletes, stressing that many skilled players from the Northeast fail to reach…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the transformation of Assam during an election rally in Barpeta on April 6, highlighting a shift in focus from preserving the state's identity over the past decade to positioning it on a global stage and enhancing self-reliance in the coming years. He reviewed the achievements of the BJP-led government, which prioritized peace, harmony, and development, and critiqued the Indian National Congress for lacking a long-term vision, contrasting it with the BJP's roadmap for a developed Assam as part of a developed India. Modi stated, "The last decade was about restoring peace and stability in Assam.…

Riniki Bhuyan Sarma, spouse of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, has lodged a First Information Report (FIR) with the Crime Branch in Guwahati against Congress leader Pawan Khera, accusing him of making "baseless" claims about her. The police have commenced a case following her complaint. During a press conference in New Delhi, Khera alleged that Riniki possesses passports from three nations—UAE, Egypt, and Antigua and Barbuda—and has undisclosed businesses and assets in the UAE and the United States, which were not included in her husband's election affidavit. In response, Riniki described these allegations as "unfounded," asserting that the documents…

Amid intensified election campaigns by the ruling BJP and the Opposition, Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, held rallies in Assam's Biswanath, Golaghat, and Kamalpur. He accused the BJP government and Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma of corruption, labeling Sarma as the "most corrupt chief minister in India." Gandhi claimed that a Congress victory would lead to Sarma's imprisonment and denounced divisive politics in Assam, emphasizing the state's legacy of love and unity promoted by its leaders. Challenging Sarma's credibility, Gandhi metaphorically compared him to a deer frightened of a lion, suggesting that Sarma issues erratic…

Congress has accused Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and his wife Riniki Bhuyan Sarma of holding passports from the UAE, Egypt, and Antigua and Barbuda, along with undisclosed assets in the UAE and the U.S. During a press conference, Congress leader Pawan Khera called for an investigation, arguing that this could violate Indian law. He further alleged that Sarma's family has financial connections to shell companies in Wyoming, suggesting these were used to conceal wealth. Khera demanded explanations regarding Sarma's wealth, which he claimed amounts to 52,000 crore rupees, and insisted Sarma should be imprisoned. In response, Sarma dismissed…

The commissioning of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) with Candidate Set for the General Election to the Assam Legislative Assembly in 2026 has been successfully completed in all 126 Assembly Constituencies across the state. This crucial exercise took place between March 31 and April 4, 2026, at locations designated by the District Election Officers. To ensure complete transparency, the process involved the presence of contesting candidates or their authorized representatives. The commissioning was supported by authorized engineers and technical personnel from Electronics Corporation of India Ltd (ECIL), who played a vital role in guaranteeing the accuracy, reliability, and proper configuration of…

Parakala Prabhakar, a political economist and spouse of Nirmala Sitharaman, has publicly endorsed Kunki Chowdhury, the Asom Jatiya Parishad (AJP) candidate for the 36 Guwahati Central constituency. In a video message to voters, he emphasized the local and national importance of the upcoming elections in Guwahati Central, suggesting that the results could have lasting implications for India. Prabhakar pointed out the interconnectedness of India's political landscape, where electoral outcomes in Assam could impact regions such as Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. He expressed concern that core constitutional values—secularism, democracy, tolerance, social justice, equality, and fraternity—are under threat, emphasizing the need for…