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The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has released its first list of 88 candidates for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, concluding speculation around ticket distribution. Among the candidates are two former Congress members, Pradyut Bordoloi and Bhupen Kumar Borah. The incumbent Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma will contest from Jalukbari, joined by other notable candidates such as Ranjeet Kumar Dass (Bhowanipur-Sorbhog) and Jayanta Malla Baruah (Nalbari). Women candidates are also represented with six selections, including Madhavi Das (Birsing-Jarua) and Ajanta Neog (Golaghat). The list was overseen by the BJP's Central Election Committee, led by party president Nitin Nabin and attended by…

Sharmila Bhuyan, currently a District Judge in Baksa, has been appointed by the Chief Justice of the Gauhati High Court to lead a fast-track sessions court for the Zubeen Garg death case. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced this significant step, stating it marks a milestone in the pursuit of justice for the late singer, Zubeen Garg. Sarma emphasized that this move will expedite judicial proceedings and expressed gratitude to Justice Ashutosh Kumar for his support in this initiative. The Assam Cabinet had previously approved the formation of this dedicated Sessions Court on February 27, 2023, under Section 346(1)…

Amid shifting political developments in Assam, Leader of Opposition Debabrata Saikia has made it clear that he will not leave the Congress to join the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). His statement comes soon after senior leader Pradyut Bordoloi resigned from the Congress and joined the BJP. Reacting to the development, Saikia described Bordoloi’s exit as “unfortunate.” He said Bordoloi had been a senior leader who received respect and responsibility in the party over the years. According to Saikia, such a sudden decision raises questions about political commitment and ethics. Saikia also responded to remarks by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma,…

The Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) has announced a statewide protest across Assam against the recent increase in LPG cylinder prices. The party said the price rise has put an extra burden on common people and accused the Centre of failing to control the cost of essential items. In a circular issued on March 18, APCC General Secretary Pradyut Bhuyan asked all District Congress Committees to hold peaceful protests on March 19. The demonstrations are planned in busy marketplaces and other public places so that more people can see and join the protest. The decision comes at a time when…

In a significant step towards ensuring the integrity of the upcoming electoral process, the first level of randomisation of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) units was successfully conducted at the Office of the District Commissioner, Barpeta on Wednesday.The exercise was conducted under the supervision of the District Commissioner-cum-District Election Officer, Rohan Kumar Jha, who reaffirmed the district administration’s commitment to ensuring free, fair, and transparent elections in a systematic and time-bound manner.The randomisation exercise was carried out in the presence of Additional District Commissioners, Assistant Commissioners, and representatives of recognised national and regional political…

The recent induction of Nagaon MP Pradyut Bordoloi into the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has sparked political reactions, with the Indian National Congress labeling the move as "unfortunate." Congress leader Supriya Shrinate criticized Bordoloi for his past, calling him a "corrupt and manipulative powerbroker," which has raised questions about his transition to the BJP. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra expressed regret over Bordoloi's departure, suggesting it stemmed from dissatisfaction with ticket allocations. Congress MP Imran Masood condemned Bordoloi’s resignation as a compromise of ideology, noting his previous victory in a constituency with a significant Muslim population and pledging efforts to persuade him…

The formal induction of Pradyut Bordoloi into the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has prompted discussions regarding the future political trajectory of his son, Parteek Bordoloi, who remains affiliated with the Indian National Congress (INC) in Assam. Parteek currently holds the position of Co-Chairman of the Social Media Department within the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee and is the party's candidate for the Margherita constituency, which is notably recognized as his father's political bastion. Addressing the unfolding situation, Pradyut Bordoloi asserted that political choices made within his family are autonomous. He declared, "I have taken every decision in my life on my…