Key Issues Shaping Assam's 2026 Assembly Elections
Ahead of Assam's 2026 assembly polls, issues like Zubeen Garg's legacy, 'vote chori' allegations, floods, and infiltration dominate the BJP vs Congress battle. Explore the key political flashpoints.
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Assam's ST Status Demand Turns Into Major Political Battle
As Assam heads to polls, the state's proposal to grant ST status to six communities faces fierce opposition from existing tribes, threatening to reshape the political landscape. Explore the complex framework and high-stakes conflict.
Congress Appoints Senior Observers for Assam, Kerala, TN, Bengal Polls
Congress appoints Bhupesh Baghel, DK Shivakumar, Sachin Pilot & others as senior observers for upcoming Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal & Puducherry. Priyanka Gandhi to head Assam screening panel.
BJP's Bodo Heartland Strategy for Assam Polls 2026
BJP plans seat-sharing with allies in Assam's BTR region, crucial for 15+ seats. Key political moves ahead of 2026 assembly elections. Read the full analysis.
Priyanka Gandhi to Lead Congress Charge in Assam for 2026
The Congress party is deploying Priyanka Gandhi Vadra to counter BJP's 'sleeper cells' and rebuild momentum in Assam ahead of the crucial 2026 assembly elections. Get the full strategy.
Priyanka Gandhi to Lead Assam Congress Candidate Screening
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra chairs Congress's Assam screening panel, receiving candidate lists from block committees. Over 500 aspirants seek tickets as manifesto campaign gains pace.
AAP Targets Tea Tribe Voters in Upper Assam
Aam Aadmi Party ramps up membership drives in Dibrugarh and Tinsukia, eyeing the crucial tea tribe electorate. Over 250 new members join as party aims to fill leadership void.
Assam CM: Delimitation Boosts NDA's 2026 Election Prospects
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma claims delimitation has significantly improved NDA's chances, potentially winning over 100 seats in the 2026 assembly polls. Read the full analysis.
Youth Congress 'Padayatra' on Land Rights in Assam
Assam Pradesh Youth Congress launches a 7-day statewide 'padayatra' from Dhemaji, focusing on land rights and indigenous identity ahead of assembly elections. Key leaders to engage public across Upper Assam districts.
Youth Congress 'Jati Bosaok, Mati Bosaok' Padayatra in Assam
Assam Youth Congress launches a 7-day statewide padayatra focusing on land rights and indigenous identity ahead of assembly elections. Key leaders to traverse Upper Assam districts.
Gogoi: Assam Polls a Fight Between People and 'Raja'
Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi frames the upcoming Assam Assembly elections as a direct clash between the public and a 'king'. He accuses the ruling dispensation of divisive tactics. Read more.
Gogoi: Assam Polls a Fight Between People and 'Raja'
Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi frames the upcoming Assam assembly elections as a battle between the people and a 'raja', accusing the government of divisive tactics. Elections expected in March-April 2026.
RailTel to Implement HMIS in 7 Assam Medical Colleges
RailTel secures a Rs 56.71 crore project to implement a Hospital Management Information System across seven major medical colleges in Assam, aiming to modernize patient care and hospital operations.
Congress Plans 100 Seats in Assam, Allies in 26
Congress Deputy Leader Gaurav Gogoi announces party's strategy for Assam Assembly Elections 2026, targeting 100 seats and supporting allies in 26. Read the key resolutions.
Assam's New Babu Scheme: Financial Aid for Male Students
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma launches the Babu Scheme, offering Rs 1,000-2,000 monthly aid to low-income male college students from February. Read details on eligibility and the enhanced Orunodoi payout.
Assam First State to Get Rs 500 Cr Proton Therapy Machine
Assam govt to procure a cutting-edge proton therapy machine for cancer care, a first in India's public health system. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announces mega infrastructure projects.
Assam's Push-Back: 2,000+ Stopped, Aggressive Expulsion Policy
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma reveals over 2,000 people pushed back from border in three months. New policy aims to expel declared foreigners within a week. Read the full details.
BJP's Saikia Confident of Third Consecutive Term in Assam
BJP Assam chief Dilip Saikia asserts voters will compare 10 years of BJP rule with Congress's 70-year tenure. Party gears up for assembly polls with high-level meetings and PM Modi's visit planned.
Assam Schools Closed, Timings Changed Due to Cold Wave
Assam's Majuli and Barak Valley districts close schools and revise timings as temperatures plunge below 10°C. Get the latest updates on the cold wave impact on education.
Assam CM Sarma: 2026 is election year, BJP ready
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announces 2026 as the election year, with BJP's central goal to return to power. He highlights women empowerment schemes distributing crores in financial aid.
Assam Couple Killed Over Witchcraft Allegations
A horrific incident in Assam's Golaghat district saw a couple burnt alive after being accused of witchcraft. Police have arrested three suspects as the community reels from the tragedy.
BJP's Assam 2026 candidate list in Feb, says CM Sarma
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma reveals BJP's candidate list for 2026 polls will be out in Feb. He addresses alliance dynamics in BTC and opposition discord. Get the latest political updates.
Shah's Poll Promise: 'Won't Spare A Single Infiltrator' in Assam
Union Home Minister Amit Shah pledges to remove illegal immigrants from Assam, criticising Congress for using them as a vote bank. Key issue for 2026 assembly polls.
Amit Shah in Assam: Vote to Drive Out Infiltrators
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, addressing a rally in Assam's Lakhimpur, urged voters to elect a government committed to driving out infiltrators and protecting the state's culture. He highlighted the BJP's track record on security and development.
Shah: BJP will make Assam free of infiltrators if voted back
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, inaugurating a cultural project at Srimanta Sankardeva's birthplace, pledged to rid Assam of illegal infiltrators. He highlighted eviction drives and peace accords.
Amit Shah Arrives in Assam for Key Security Review
Union Home Minister Amit Shah begins a day-long visit to Assam, reviewing security and development projects. Key meetings on AFSPA and election preparedness scheduled.
Assam Congress to contest 100 seats, allies uneasy
Assam PCC chief Gaurav Gogoi announces Congress will fight 100 assembly seats in 2024 polls. Opposition alliance partners express concern over seat-sharing talks. Read the latest political developments.
Assam Congress to fight 100 seats, promises law on hate speech
Assam Congress chief Gaurav Gogoi announces party will contest 100 of 126 seats in 2026 polls, vows strict law against religious hatred if elected. No alliance with AIUDF.
Congress to fight 100 seats in Assam 2026 polls: Gaurav Gogoi
Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi announces party will contest 100 seats in Assam's 126-member assembly next year. He accuses BJP of eroding people's rights. Read the full story.
Barak Valley Projects Stalled, 2025 Ends With No Completion
Key infrastructure projects in Assam's Barak Valley, including Silchar flyover & logistics park, remain on paper as 2025 ends. Public discontent rises ahead of 2026 polls. Read more.
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