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Religious polarisation may shape Morigaon poll outcome; multi-cornered fights loom
Assam

Religious polarisation may shape Morigaon poll outcome; multi-cornered fights...

Anti-incumbency, alliances & shifting loyalties shape Morigaon’s electoral landscape ahead of Assam polls
Nalbari set for high-stakes BJP vs Congress contest; defectors face off
Assam

Nalbari set for high-stakes BJP vs Congress contest; defectors face off

It remains to be seen whether former Congressman Jayanta Malla Baruah continues the BJP’s victory or whether former BJP man Ashok Sarma saves the Congress
Gaurav Gogoi launches Jorhat campaign, pitches Congress as alternative
Assam

Gaurav Gogoi launches Jorhat campaign, pitches Congress as alternative

Beginning Jorhat outreach, the APCC chief engages voters, listens to grievances, and sets tone for a people-centric, ethical campaign
Grenade attack on Tinsukia police camp leaves four commandos injured
Assam

Grenade attack on Tinsukia police camp leaves four commandos injured

The attackers reportedly lobbed at least five grenades into the camp before opening fire, setting off a fierce gun battle
Assam polls: Once a force, AIUDF loses steam as alliances fade, base slips
Assam

Assam polls: Once a force, AIUDF loses steam as alliances fade, base slips

The growth & expansion of the BJP & the resultant polarization, that had at one time helped the AIUDF to also broaden its base, later led to its decline
Assam polls: Congress skips Dibrugarh, BJP calls it ‘deeply unfortunate’
Assam

Assam polls: Congress skips Dibrugarh, BJP calls it ‘deeply unfortunate’

The Congress’ decision to stay out of the fray in Dibrugarh marks a symbolic moment in Assam politics, raising questions about the party’s strategy
Assam Police plans preventive arrests, 800 paramilitary forces to secure state polls
Assam

Assam Police plans preventive arrests, 800 paramilitary forces to secure state...

A record of listed criminals is being finalised & action would be taken closer to the election date to neutralise potential troublemakers
AGP’s candidate list signals strategic shift amid Assam polls, bets on new entrants
Assam

AGP’s candidate list signals strategic shift amid Assam polls, bets on new...

Against that historical backdrop, the current candidate selection has led to the exclusion of four sitting MLAs & the induction of 13 from a religious minority group
BJP names candidates for Dalgaon, Sissibargaon, faces dissent ahead of Assam polls
Assam

BJP names candidates for Dalgaon, Sissibargaon, faces dissent ahead of Assam...

Senior leader Jayanta Kumar Das who resigned from BJP is likely to file his nomination papers as an independent candidate for the Dispur seat
Pradyut Bordoloi cites neglect, 2025 attack as reasons behind Congress exit
Assam

Pradyut Bordoloi cites neglect, 2025 attack as reasons behind Congress exit

Bordoloi says neglect, constant humiliation, internal disagreements & safety concerns shaped his move away from the Congress
This Assembly election is a battle between two factions of Congress: Gaurav Gogoi
Assam

This Assembly election is a battle between two factions of Congress: Gaurav...

'Former Congress members are seeking posts at Vajpayee Bhawan, while his Congress, following Tarun Gogoi’s ideals, focuses on renewal with fresh faces & new energy,' says Gogoi
Dispur ticket snub: Jayanta Das quits BJP, cites ‘disregard’ for 35 years of service
Assam

Dispur ticket snub: Jayanta Das quits BJP, cites ‘disregard’ for 35 years of...

The party allotted the ticket to Pradyut Bordoloi, who recently joined the BJP after switching from the Indian National Congress.
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