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Rahul Gandhi, addressing rallies in Assam, compared Congress ideology to Zubeen Garg’s message of unity, attacked Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma over corruption allegations, and claimed the BJP government is promoting division ahead of the state elections

The Congress accused Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma of concealing details about his wife’s passports and overseas assets, while Sarma rejected the claims as fabricated and announced legal action, intensifying the political battle ahead of elections

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma dismissed allegations by Congress leader Pawan Khera, calling related documents fabricated and manipulated, while highlighting inconsistencies. Khera had alleged undisclosed foreign assets and multiple passports linked to Sarma’s family

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, addressing rallies in Assam’s Dhekiajuli and Tihu, said infiltration has been curbed but not eliminated, stressing that every illegal immigrant must be deported within five years. He announced plans to implement the Uniform Civil Code in the state, citing the anti-polygamy bill already passed.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched the BJP’s Assam campaign with a roadshow in Guwahati, asserting the NDA will secure over 90 seats in the upcoming assembly polls.

The BJP and Congress face off directly in Assam ahead of upcoming elections, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma strengthening the BJP’s position through governance record, organisational strength and delimitation changes, while the Opposition struggles with internal challenges

Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi joined the BJP a day after quitting the party, citing humiliation. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said more leaders would follow, as political shifts continue ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections

Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi resigned citing humiliation and internal issues in Assam unit. He expressed emotional distress and alienation. Sources suggest he may join Bharatiya Janata Party ahead of Assembly polls, dealing a setback to Congress

Former Assam Congress chief Bhupen Kumar Borah joined the BJP in Guwahati in the presence of state leaders. Several Congress workers also switched sides. Borah said he was hurt by the Congress leadership’s response to his resignation

Former Assam Congress chief Bhupen Kumar Borah joined the BJP in Guwahati in the presence of state president Dilip Saikia. Himanta Biswa Sarma had earlier announced his switch ahead of upcoming Assembly elections

The Supreme Court declined to hear petitions seeking action against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma over alleged remarks and a controversial video. The court asked petitioners to approach the Gauhati High Court and cautioned against bypassing lower courts

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several chief ministers paid tribute to the martyrs of the 2019 Pulwama terror attack on its seventh anniversary. Leaders remembered the sacrifice of 40 CRPF personnel and reaffirmed India’s resolve against terrorism

Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi has accused Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma of inciting genocide against Muslims through a deleted video and hate speeches. He urged police to take suo motu action and also addressed allegations about his family’s links to Pakistan

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma alleged that Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi, his wife and a Pakistani national had deeper links and violated FCRA norms. Gogoi dismissed the claims as baseless and politically motivated

Clashes erupted in Assam’s Kokrajhar between Bodos and Adivasis, a day after mob violence left one dead. The Rapid Action Force was deployed, and internet/mobile data services were suspended in Kokrajhar and Chirang districts as authorities sought to restore order

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the clearing of 1,732.5 acres of reserve forest land in Hojai district from encroachments. The government has reclaimed over 47,850 acres since 2021, emphasizing zero tolerance for illegal settlements, particularly targeting Bengali-speaking Muslims

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said a CBI inquiry would be recommended if the SIT probe into singer Zubeen Garg’s drowning in Singapore proves unsatisfactory. He urged public patience and warned against spreading rumours that could hamper investigations

Thousands of fans gathered at Guwahati’s Sarusajai Stadium to pay tribute to late singer Zubeen Garg. His wife, Garima, thanked fans for their love, while officials and the public offered homage amidst rains and scorching sun

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack on the Congress, accusing it of supporting infiltrators and terrorists allegedly groomed by Pakistan. He made these remarks during a public meeting in Mangaldoi, Assam on Sunday. Referring to 'Operation Sindoor', he claimed the opposition party failed to back the Indian Army.

In Assam, several ethnic organisations have launched the ‘Miya Kheda Andolan’ supporting state-led eviction drives against alleged encroachers, mostly Bengali-speaking Muslims. The movement stresses indigenous identity protection, with rallies and boycotts, while CM Himanta Biswa Sarma backed evictions but urged adherence to law