Raijor Dal MLA Akhil Gogoi was expelled from the Assam Legislative Assembly for the remainder of the day during the Budget Session, following repeated interruptions of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's speech.
The Assam Assembly has raised concerns regarding inter-state boundary disputes and encroachment issues, stemming from incomplete demarcation during the creation of new states.
Meghalaya is now reviewing the potential implications of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) for tribal states in the Northeast, following the Assam Assembly's recent passage of its own UCC Bill.
Opposition MLAs in the Assam Assembly staged a walkout, alleging that the Governor's address failed to adequately address critical public issues, including rising prices.
Following a significant victory in the 2026 Assam assembly polls, Himanta Biswa Sarma is being discussed as a potential next-generation leader within India's BJP, drawing comparisons to other prominent chief ministers.
Prime Minister Modi's BJP party secured a historic victory in the West Bengal state election, gaining control of the state and ending the Trinamool Congress's long-standing rule.
Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi has strongly dismissed the Assam assembly election exit polls, alleging a 'theft' attempt and expressing firm confidence in his party's victory. He stated that exit polls are primarily for TV debates and not reflective of the final election outcome.
Gaurav Gogoi, the APCC chief and Jorhat MP, is spearheading the Congress party's efforts to make a comeback in the Assam Assembly polls, positioning himself as a chief ministerial candidate against the incumbent CM Himanta Biswa Sarma.
The Assam Assembly elections feature high-stakes contests in Sivasagar, Dispur, and Jorhat. Additionally, Dibrugarh has established 300 all-women polling stations, the highest in the state, to be fully managed by women.
Asaduddin Owaisi has arrived in Assam to campaign for the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections, with the party hoping his efforts will regain minority support.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated that Assam is ready for the NDA's third term, predicting the alliance will win over 90 seats in the upcoming Assembly elections, which will be held on April 9.
The Congress party is banking on Gaurav, Akhil, and Lurinjyoti Gogoi, who are contesting the Assam Assembly elections together for the first time, to fill the shoes of former Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi.
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has named candidates for 17 seats, while the National People’s Party (NPP) has nominated three candidates, including recent defector AIUDF MLA Aminul Islam, for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections.
The Congress party has released its third list of candidates for the Assam Assembly elections in 2026, with the 'Pradyut factor' influencing selections and a former BJP MLA switching parties to secure a ticket.
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Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president Gaurav Gogoi, on Wednesday, called the resignation of senior Congress leader and Nagaon Lok Sabha MP Pradyut Bordoloi "unfortunate".
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The BJP has finalized its seat-sharing plan for the Assam assembly elections, agreeing to contest 89 seats, while allies Asom Gana Parishad will field candidates in 26 constituencies and Bodoland People's Front in 11. Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to address three rallies in April.
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The Election Commission of India has announced the schedule for Assembly elections in several states, with voting phases occurring in April. The upcoming polls are set against a backdrop of looming energy crisis concerns in the country.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday ceremonially distributed appointment letters to newly selected Assam Civil Service (ACS) officers and other allied service candidates at the Damodardeva…
Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi is reportedly set to contest the upcoming Assam assembly elections from the Jorhat constituency. This move follows the party's finalization of candidates for 40 seats.
The Leader of the Opposition in the Assam Assembly led a walkout, demanding tribal status for six communities, accusing the ruling BJP of failing to fulfill its pre-election promises.
Badruddin Ajmal has taken the oath as an MLA, marking his return to the Assam Assembly after a 20-year absence, a decision he made after discussions with his party.
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The Assam assembly has passed a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, which includes a ban on polygamy and new rules for registering live-in relationships. The opposition voiced concerns, stating the law was unnecessary.
Congress MLAs in Assam met under the leadership of Bhupesh Baghel to discuss the selection of the Deputy Leader of Opposition in the Assam Assembly, with a decision expected soon.
Ranjeet Kumar Dass has been elected as the Speaker of the Assam Assembly for a rare second term, having previously won from the Patacharkuchi constituency in 2021 and served in the Chief Minister's cabinet.
The Indian Congress party has launched an internal review after its defeat in the Assam Assembly elections, with Assam Pradesh Congress Committee president Gaurav Gogoi addressing reporters on the matter.
Senior AGP leader Prodip Hazarika is set to contest the 2026 Assam Assembly elections from the Sivasagar constituency, following the delimitation that led to him losing his previous Amguri seat.
Prodip Hazarika, who first entered the Assam Assembly in 1985, is now facing a new electoral challenge in the restructured Sivasagar constituency in Assam.
Badruddin Ajmal, President of AIUDF, is actively campaigning to regain support in Binnakandi for the 2026 Assam Assembly elections, positioning himself as a key political figure.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is set to contest from his stronghold constituency of Jalukbari in the 2026 assembly elections, as the BJP released its candidate list for the upcoming polls.
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The Election Commission has announced the commencement of a 48-hour silence period for the Assam legislative assembly elections, prohibiting all forms of campaigning from 5:00 PM today.
Aminul Islam, previously suspended from AIUDF, has officially joined the Congress party just days before the Assam Assembly elections, which are scheduled for April 9th.
As Assam's political landscape heats up, a SWOT analysis examines whether the BJP, led by Himanta Biswa Sarma, can retain power against a resurgent Congress, with Gaurav Gogoi making his debut in key contests.
Himanta Sarma, accompanied by his family, filed his nomination from the Jalukbari constituency for the Assam assembly polls, seeking re-election for a sixth consecutive term.
The Congress party has released its third list of candidates for the Assam Assembly Elections, which includes sitting legislator Asif Mohamad Nazar, who is opposed by Pradyut Bordoloi.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has unveiled its initial list of 88 candidates for the Assam assembly elections, confirming that Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma will contest from Jalukbari.
The Congress party has released its initial list of 42 candidates for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, including key figures like Gaurav Gogoi and Debabrata Saikia.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma indicated that the alliance between the BJP and AGP for the upcoming assembly election is likely to be finalized by March 10.
Former MLA and AIUDF leader Rafiqul Islam announced the party's memorandum, primarily demanding the repeal of the Uniform Civil Code law recently passed by the Assam Assembly.
In the new Assam Assembly, the BJP's claim that Congress represents only one community has been met with accusations of divisive talk from the Opposition.
The Assam assembly has introduced a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) bill that aims to ban polygamy and mandate the registration of live-in relationships, while exempting tribal communities from its provisions.
Sherman Ali Ahmed, the lone Trinamool MLA from Mandia, chanted 'Mamata Didi zindabad' (Long live, sister Mamata) in the Assam Assembly, drawing attention to the Trinamool Congress leader.
Following its strong performance in Muslim-majority seats in the Assam assembly elections, the Congress party has begun efforts to counter the perception of being a 'Muslim League'.
Information regarding the vote counting dates and times for the upcoming Tamil Nadu and Assam Assembly elections has been released. Details include when and where to check the results online for both states.
The Jorhat Assembly constituency in Assam has become the primary battleground for a high-stakes political contest between Himanta Biswa Sarma's BJP and Gaurav Gogoi ahead of the 2026 elections.
Assam recorded an unprecedented nearly 86% voter turnout in the 2026 assembly polls, marking the highest in the state's history. Muslim-majority districts notably contributed to this significant increase in participation.
The upcoming Assam assembly elections in 2026 are poised to be a critical referendum on Assamese nationalism, identity, and the state's political future, with regional parties facing declining relevance against dominant national parties.
Assembly elections in Assam have led to a significant labor shortage across India, as migrant workers return home to vote, impacting sectors like plantation work in Kodagu and waste collection in Lucknow.
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesndtv4mo ago3 sources
The BJP has released its 'Sankalp Patra' for the Assam assembly polls, outlining 31 commitments including a ₹5 lakh crore investment to make Assam an economic hub, strengthening law and order, protecting indigenous rights, and promising to introduce a Uniform Civil Code and end "Love Jihad."
The TMC has released a consolidated list of 23 candidates, while Raijor Dal has revised its nominees following a seat-sharing deal ahead of the Assam Assembly elections scheduled for April 9.
The Congress and Raijor Dal parties have officially formalized their alliance by signing a Memorandum of Understanding, marking a significant political development ahead of the 2026 Assam Assembly elections.
The United People's Party Liberal (UPPL), led by Pramod Boro, announced its decision to contest the upcoming Assam Assembly elections independently, without forming alliances with the NDA or Congress.
The Assam Assembly elections are underway, with focus on key issues and the BJP's bid for another term, particularly the prospects of Himanta Biswa Sarma for a second term as Chief Minister.
Following a setback in the Lok Sabha elections, Badruddin Ajmal has announced his intention to contest the Assam Assembly polls for the first time in 20 years.
Three suspended MLAs of the Indian National Congress—Kamalakhya Dey Purkayastha, Basanta Das, and Sashi Kanta Das—have joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at the party's state headquarters in Guwahati, ahead of the upcoming Assam Assembly elections.