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'Had I not been BJP CM, RSS Swayamsevak, I couldn’t have brought UCC': Assam CM Himanta

TNN / May 27, 2026, 23:53 (IST)

Himanta meets RSS chief days after taking oath as CM for second term

TNN / May 17, 2026, 22:45 (IST)

102 MLAs back Himanta, swearing-in tomorrow

TNN / May 10, 2026, 23:44 (IST)

Himanta Biswa Sarma elected as NDA leader, set to return as Assam CM on May 12; PM Narendra Modi, Amit Shah to attend ceremony

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 10, 2026, 11:50 (IST)

Himanta Biswa Sarma has been unanimously re-elected as the BJP legislature party leader in Assam for a second term. Central observers JP Nadda and Nayab Singh Saini oversaw the meeting. Sarma is set to take oath as Chief Minister on Tuesday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi attending as chief guest. The BJP-led NDA secured a decisive victory, winning 102 seats.

BJP & NDA legislators to meet on Sunday to elect leader

TNN / May 07, 2026, 23:50 (IST)

Himanta to take oath as CM for 2nd term: BJP state prez

TNN / May 08, 2026, 22:40 (IST)

Party & Allies To Formally Pick Leader On May 10: Sarma

Colours of victory: BJP paints the town saffron

TNN / May 05, 2026, 00:39 (IST)

AGP proposes Himanta as CM for second term

TNN / May 07, 2026, 00:08 (IST)

In a significant move for Assam's political landscape, the Asom Gana Parishad has recommended Himanta Biswa Sarma to serve another term as Chief Minister. The AGP's legislative committee rallied behind Sarma, highlighting his effective leadership and commitment to developmental projects.

Nadda named observer for govt formation; Sarma meets RSS brass

TNN / May 05, 2026, 23:37 (IST)

Assam Election Results 2026: Full list of winners and losers from BJP, Congress, BOPF,

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 04, 2026, 19:52 (IST)

Counting votes today: Assam awaits election results; Key indicators show potential shifts in political landscape

TNN / May 03, 2026, 23:59 (IST)

As the clock ticks down to vote counting on Monday, Assam stands at a political crossroads. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's leadership, marked by a transformative development agenda, faces a united front from the opposition led by Gaurav Gogoi.

BJP chief warns party members against use of derogatory words

TNN / Apr 28, 2026, 23:25 (IST)

Women’s power rally: Thousands protest against Congress opposition to women’s reservation; BJP demands 33% Lok Sabha quota for women

TNN / Apr 23, 2026, 23:24 (IST)

BJP’s ‘Mahila Akrosh’ rally in Guwahati today

TNN / Apr 22, 2026, 22:17 (IST)

BJP slams Cong for opposing Nari Shakti Bill, accuses party of betraying women’s cause

TNN / Apr 19, 2026, 23:49 (IST)

Saikia urges voters to back BJP candidate in Golokganj

TNN / Apr 07, 2026, 00:05 (IST)

In a rally that resonated through the streets of Golokganj, Assam BJP President dilip saikia passionately called on residents to rally behind Ashwani Roy Sarkar. He pointedly criticized the Congress legacy, emphasizing a stark lack of development over the past five years.

BJP slams Congress leader Kanhaiya Kumar over ‘infiltrator from Gujarat’ comment

TNN / Apr 10, 2026, 22:48 (IST)

Assam BJP spokesperson Kishore Kumar Upadhyay has strongly criticized Congress leader Kanhaiya Kumar for alleged remarks on infiltration at a rally. Upadhyay dismissed Kumar as an "irrelevant person" and stated that the public's response regarding who should lead Assam will be evident in the election results. He suggested the Congress is acting out of frustration.

Union min Chouhan plucks support for Atul Bora in Bokakhat tea gardens

TNN / Apr 06, 2026, 00:03 (IST)

Sea of saffron in Silchar as supporters flood streets

TNN / Mar 24, 2026, 00:04 (IST)

Sea of saffron in Silchar as supporters flood streets

TNN / Mar 24, 2026, 00:02 (IST)

BJP reneges on seat deal with AGP, names face from Sibsagar

TNN / Mar 23, 2026, 23:55 (IST)

The Assam assembly elections have taken a political turn as the BJP fielded its own candidate in the Sibsagar constituency, breaking an earlier seat-sharing agreement with ally AGP. This unexpected move creates a three-cornered contest, with the BJP aiming for a 'friendly contest' despite the internal friction.

Assam elections: Ex-Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi joins BJP; CM Sarma backs candidate's nomination for upcoming polls

TNN / Mar 18, 2026, 23:34 (IST)

Former Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi has joined the BJP in New Delhi, citing humiliation and isolation within his former party. Bordoloi, who resigned from Congress after a three-decade association, expressed his admiration for Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's vision. The BJP has indicated they will recommend Bordoloi for a ticket in the upcoming assembly polls.

Traffic halts in Guwahati as candidates stage strength show before filing papers

TNN / Mar 24, 2026, 00:14 (IST)

Assam polls: PM Narendra Modi & Union home minister Amit Shah among 40 star campaigners on BJP’s list

TNN / Mar 22, 2026, 23:51 (IST)

The BJP has finalized a list of 40 star campaigners, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, for the upcoming assembly polls. Chief Ministers from Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and Odisha are also expected to join the campaign trail.

With ‘concrete’ politics, BJP redraws Guwahati’s skyline & anchors its campaign

TNN / Mar 29, 2026, 00:02 (IST)

As Assam prepares for its elections, Guwahati's skyline transforms with new flyovers and bridges, sparking fierce debates among parties. The BJP highlights its development achievements, while the Congress points fingers at misplaced priorities.

Assam BJP President campaigns for BJP's candidate dilip saikia, confident of winning with big margin

ANI / Apr 05, 2024, 10:40 (IST)

Assam BJP President Bhabesh Kalita and candidate dilip saikia express confidence in winning the Darang-Udalguri Lok Sabha seat with overwhelming public support. Chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma acknowledges residents' support in Dhekiajuli, emphasizing BJP's development initiatives. Sarma's Vijay Sankalp Yatra gains momentum with strong backing for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's re-election.

Assam assembly elections 2026: BJP women faces drop from 7 to 6 since last polls

TNN / Mar 20, 2026, 00:03 (IST)

The BJP has nominated six women candidates for the upcoming assembly polls, a slight decrease from the 2021 elections. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed confidence that all six will win, highlighting the party's commitment to increasing female representation. Ajanta Neog, a former finance minister, is among the BJP's female contenders seeking re-election.