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06 Apr

Corruption Row in Assam: Rahul Gandhi Targets BJP

riya EditorAssam

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…

05 Apr

Indian National Congress Accuses Himanta Biswa Sarma; Assam CM Responds Strongly

riya EditorAssam

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…

05 Apr

EVM Candidate Setting Finalized in All 126 Seats Ahead of Assam Assembly Elections

riya EditorAssam

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…

05 Apr

AJP’s Kunki Gets Backing from Parakala Prabhakar in Guwahati Central Race

riya EditorAssam

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…

05 Apr

Massive Push for Clean Fuel: 1 Lakh LPG Cylinders Supplied Daily in Assam

riya EditorAssam

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…

04 Apr

Foreign delegates to visit Assam to witness Assembly polls

Paromita EditorAssam

Foreign delegations from various election management bodies will visit Assam for two days from April 8 in connection with the forthcoming assembly polls in the state.The visiting team will comprise representatives from several countries, including Angola, Bhutan, Egypt, Portugal, Sri Lanka, Mexico, Benin, and Croatia, an official release said on Saturday.Elections to the 126-member Assam assembly will be held on April 9. Votes will be counted on May 4.The initiative under the International Election Visitors' Programme (IEVP) aims to provide an opportunity to observers from abroad to witness and understand India's electoral processes first-hand, it said.On April 8, the delegates…

04 Apr

Five LPG Distributors Face Action in Assam

riya EditorAssam

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…

04 Apr

Assam Loses Football Great Gilbertson Sangma

riya EditorAssam

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,…

04 Apr

Congress Targets Assam Govt, Vows to Dismantle ‘Syndicate System’ if Elected

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president Gaurav Gogoi has intensified his party’s attack on Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, alleging corruption in the state and calling for a formal investigation into the Chief Minister’s alleged links with businessman Shyamkanu Mahanta. Speaking at an election rally in Sarupathar in Golaghat district, Gogoi addressed party workers and local residents who had gathered in support of Congress candidate Jiban Chutia. In his speech, he raised concerns over what he described as a growing nexus between political power and select business interests in the state. He said the allegations surrounding Shyamkanu Mahanta should be…

03 Apr

Verdict of Assam polls to decidefuture of Assamese people: Sonowal

Paromita EditorAssam

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal intensified the BJP campaign in Upper Assam, addressing a series of public rallies and meetings in Margherita, Majuli, and Khowang in support of party candidates Bhaskar Sharma, Bhuban Gam, and Chakradhar Gogoi.Addressing a large gathering at Inthem in Margherita, Sonowal urged people to vote for development, peace, and prosperity in the upcoming polls on April 9, emphasising the BJP-led NDA’s vision of building a strong, selfreliant Assam as part of a developed India.Speaking at the rallies, Sonowal said the election is not merely a politicalcontest but a defining moment for the Assamese people. “This is not…