Key Issues Shaping Assam's 2026 Assembly Elections
Ahead of Assam's 2026 assembly polls, issues like Zubeen Garg's legacy, 'vote chori' allegations, floods, and infiltration dominate the BJP vs Congress battle. Explore the key political flashpoints.
Ahead of Assam's 2026 assembly polls, issues like Zubeen Garg's legacy, 'vote chori' allegations, floods, and infiltration dominate the BJP vs Congress battle. Explore the key political flashpoints.
Karnataka's long-overdue mission to reclaim grabbed public land must proceed with empathy and fairness, targeting the powerful without exception. Read the full editorial analysis.
HYDRAA's major anti-encroachment drive in Miyapur secures 15 acres of prime government land valued at ₹3,000 crore. The agency also protected Water Board property in a separate action.
As Assam heads to polls, the state's proposal to grant ST status to six communities faces fierce opposition from existing tribes, threatening to reshape the political landscape. Explore the complex framework and high-stakes conflict.
Assam authorities evicted 90 families from 100 bighas of patta land in Dhubri's Chapar for an Adani thermal power project. Residents call it sudden, officials cite delayed land exchange. Full story inside.
Assam tea estate owners seek discussion on amended Land Ceiling Act's financial implications before granting land rights to workers. Key issues include bank mortgages and compensation.
The Assam government's plan to provide land rights to tea garden workers is stalled by legal and procedural issues, leaving thousands in limbo ahead of elections. Learn about the key challenges.
Assam Pradesh Youth Congress launches a 7-day statewide 'padayatra' from Dhemaji, focusing on land rights and indigenous identity ahead of assembly elections. Key leaders to engage public across Upper Assam districts.
Assam Youth Congress launches a 7-day statewide padayatra focusing on land rights and indigenous identity ahead of assembly elections. Key leaders to traverse Upper Assam districts.
Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi frames the upcoming Assam assembly elections as a battle between the people and a 'raja', accusing the government of divisive tactics. Elections expected in March-April 2026.
Goa government begins a landmark digital land survey this month to update records and issue Urban Property Cards (UrPro) in Panaji, Margao, and Cuncolim. Learn about the process and how landowners can participate.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma warns tea estates of losing Rs 150 crore annual incentives for non-cooperation in granting land rights to 3.33 lakh worker families. Read the full story.
BJP Assam chief Dilip Saikia asserts voters will compare 10 years of BJP rule with Congress's 70-year tenure. Party gears up for assembly polls with high-level meetings and PM Modi's visit planned.
Assam's Majuli and Barak Valley districts close schools and revise timings as temperatures plunge below 10°C. Get the latest updates on the cold wave impact on education.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announces 2026 as the election year, with BJP's central goal to return to power. He highlights women empowerment schemes distributing crores in financial aid.
A horrific incident in Assam's Golaghat district saw a couple burnt alive after being accused of witchcraft. Police have arrested three suspects as the community reels from the tragedy.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah pledges to remove illegal immigrants from Assam, criticising Congress for using them as a vote bank. Key issue for 2026 assembly polls.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, addressing a rally in Assam's Lakhimpur, urged voters to elect a government committed to driving out infiltrators and protecting the state's culture. He highlighted the BJP's track record on security and development.
Hundreds of AJYCP activists marched in Tinsukia, demanding government action to protect land rights of Assam's indigenous tribes in Sixth Schedule areas like Karbi Anglong.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, inaugurating a cultural project at Srimanta Sankardeva's birthplace, pledged to rid Assam of illegal infiltrators. He highlighted eviction drives and peace accords.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah begins a day-long visit to Assam, reviewing security and development projects. Key meetings on AFSPA and election preparedness scheduled.
Assam cabinet approves Mission Basundhara 3.0, settling land for 900+ families, amending 1886 Land Act for digital governance, and police reforms. Key decisions for state development.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma warns of a potential attempt to merge Assam with Bangladesh if demographic trends continue. He frames the upcoming elections as a battle for identity and culture. Read more.
Assam's draft electoral roll shows over 2.5 crore voters, a 7% rise since 2021. The list excludes 93,021 'D' voters. Public claims and objections open until Jan 22, 2026.
ECI releases Assam's draft electoral roll for SIR 2026; 10.56 lakh voters deleted. Here's a step-by-step guide to verify your name online before the state assembly polls.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma frames the 2026 state elections as a civilisational battle, citing demographic trends and events in Bangladesh. He warns Assamese could face a situation like Dipu Das in 20 years.
Assam's draft electoral rolls see over 10.56 lakh deletions after a special revision. Find out the key changes, inclusions, and the political implications for the state.
Assam's draft electoral roll sees over 10.56 lakh names removed after special revision. Check details, claims, and objections process here.
Assam's electoral process begins with new draft rolls post-delimitation. Key dates: claims from Dec 27, final rolls by Feb 10. SC/ST seats increased. Read the full update.
A pre-Christmas vandalism incident rocks Assam's Nalbari district. Police arrest four individuals as CM Himanta Biswa Sarma promises strict action. Details on the investigation and community impact.