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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…

Around 100,000 LPG cylinders are being supplied daily in Assam, according to a Press Information Bureau release. Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) including IndianOil, Bharat Petroleum, and Hindustan Petroleum are prioritizing household LPG supply, ensuring a stable and adequate flow despite global energy market fluctuations. Currently, approximately 80% of LPG refill bookings are made digitally, enhancing delivery efficiency. To combat black marketing and hoarding, over 700 inspections of LPG distributors have been conducted by Indian Oil in coordination with the Assam Government, leading to actions against around 18 distributors. Across India, about 2.8 million LPG cylinders are delivered daily, with extensive…

Assam football legend Gilberton Sangma passed away at the age of 70 on Friday morning at his Kahilipara residence in Guwahati. Recognized as one of the finest footballers from Assam, Sangma dedicated his entire domestic career to representing Assam and Assam Police. A significant highlight of his career was in 1981 when he scored the winning goal that led Assam Police to victory in the Bordoloi Trophy against Dempo SC. His death has drawn condolences from prominent figures, including Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal and Assam Agriculture Minister Atul Bora, both acknowledging his immense contributions to Indian football and his inspirational…

Assam football legend Gilberton Sangma passed away at the age of 70 on Friday morning at his residence in Kahilipara, Guwahati. Regarded as the finest footballer from Assam, he spent his entire domestic career with his State and Assam Police. A significant highlight of his career was in 1981 when he scored the winning goal for Assam Police in the Bordoloi Trophy final against Dempo SC. Condolences poured in from notable figures, including Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal and Assam Agriculture Minister Atul Bora, who praised Sangma’s contributions to Indian football and his influence on Northeast youth. During his 17-year career,…

Debi Daimiri, a 28-year-old wrestler from Dineshpur village in Assam, exemplifies resilience and determination in sports despite her challenging past. Orphaned at age seven, she was raised by her uncle and aunt, taking on odd jobs to support her wrestling training. Her hard work culminated in winning a silver medal in the women’s 62kg category at the Khelo India Tribal Games in Chhattisgarh. Debi began wrestling in 2022 at the Khelo India Centre after switching from powerlifting and arm wrestling, thanks to encouragement from coach Anustup Narah, who assisted her in finding a job to afford training costs. Balancing work…