Assam Elections Heat Up: NDA’s Grip or INDIA Bloc Comeback? Identity Politics, “Miya Muslim” Issue and Ground Sentiment in Focus.

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:…

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TWO KILLED IN MOB ATTACK IN ASSAM’S KOKRAJHAR DISTRICT; VIOLENCE ERUPTS, INTERNET SUSPENDED AND SECURITY TIGHTENED.

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…

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Assam Reclaims Over 2,000 Acres in Major Eviction Drive Across Nagaon and Golaghat; Thousands Displaced.

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…

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Assam Cabinet Approves Landmark Bill to Ban Polygamy; Tribal and Sixth Schedule Areas Exempted.

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…

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Assam Govt Orders Police Case Against Congress Leaders for Allegedly Singing Bangladesh National Anthem.

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…

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Confident of being Indian, Hindu Bengalis of Assam did not apply for citizenship under CAA: Himanta Biswa Sarma.

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…

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Inter-Faith Land Transfers in Assam to Require State Government Approval.

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…

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“Bangladeshi aaye to kya hua”: Former Planning Commission Member’s Comment on Illegal Migrants in Assam Triggers Political Firestorm.

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…

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