ASSAM

In Assam, political activity is intensifying ahead of the upcoming state elections, with a direct contest expected between the National democratic alliance (NDA) and the INDIA Alliance. According to National media ,“Elections in Assam are no longer just about development and welfare; identity politics and migration have become central issues shaping voter behavior.” NDA Strategy:…

Guwahati-February 22, 2026 Senior Assam political leader Bhupen Kumar Borah, previously serving as the Bhupen Borah and former state president of the Indian National Congress in Assam, formally joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday, marking a major shift in the political dynamics of the state as it heads into elections. The induction ceremony…

At least two people have died and several others injured following a violent mob attack in Assam’s Kokrajhar district, triggering clashes between communities, arson, protests and heavy security deployment, officials said. Incident and Violence The trouble began on Monday night in the Karigaon area of Kokrajhar, when a vehicle carrying three men allegedly hit two…

Guwahati, Assam — December 2025:The Assam Government has launched one of its largest eviction operations of the year, reclaiming more than 2,000 acres of land from what it has termed “illegal encroachment” in the Lutumari Forest Reserve located in Dhing Revenue Circle of Nagaon district. The November 2025 operation is part of a statewide anti-encroachment…

Guwahati, November 12, 2025:In a major policy move aimed at promoting gender equality and social reform, the Assam Cabinet on Tuesday approved the “Assam Prohibition of Polygamy Bill, 2025”, which seeks to ban the practice of polygamy across the state. The proposed law, described as a “historic step toward protecting women’s rights,” will be introduced…

Guwahati, Assam:A major political controversy has erupted in Assam after a video emerged allegedly showing a senior Congress functionary singing Bangladesh’s national anthem, “Amar Sonar Bangla,” during a local party meeting. The state government has termed the act “anti-national” and directed the police to register a case of treason against those involved. The incident reportedly…

Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has claimed that the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) has no relevance in the state, as Hindu Bengalis are confident in their identity as Indian citizens and have not applied for citizenship under the new law. Speaking at a press conference, Sarma said that people from the Hindu Bengali…

Guwahati, Assam: The Assam government has announced that it will implement a new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) that will require the state’s permission for land transfers between people of different religions. This move is part of the government’s broader efforts to scrutinize such transactions, citing concerns about “fraudulent” and “illegal” land transfers and their potential…

Guwahati, Assam: A major political controversy has erupted in Assam following a controversial statement made by Sayeda Hameed, a former member of the Planning Commission under the previous UPA government. During a recent visit to the state, Hameed, a prominent activist, was quoted as saying, “Bangladeshi aaye to kya hua” (So what if they are…

Guwahati: A principal from Assam, Fatehma Khatoon, was arrested by the police after a video of her disrespecting the Indian national flag went viral on social media. The incident occurred at the school where she serves as the principal. In the widely circulated video, Khatoon is seen walking on the national flag and folding it…