Karbi Anglong

Nearly 1.5 lakh tribal people from across India gathered at the Red Fort, demanding the removal of converted Muslims and Christians from the Scheduled Tribe category. Organized by the Janajati Suraksha Manch, the event aimed to build support for a constitutional amendment under Article 342 to de-list converted tribals.

A Nagaon court has sentenced 20 individuals to life imprisonment for the 2018 lynching of two youths in Assam's Karbi Anglong district. The victims were attacked by a mob on suspicion of being child lifters. The court acquitted 25 other accused due to insufficient evidence.

A Karbi Anglong court convicted 20 individuals for the brutal 2018 lynching of sound engineer Nilotpal Das and businessman Abhijeet Nath, who were falsely accused of child lifting. The mob's violence tragically ended their lives. While 25 others were acquitted due to insufficient evidence, the sentencing for the guilty is scheduled for April 24.

After winning the BJP a brute majority in the 2026 Assam assembly polls, the question now is whether Himanta Biswa Sarma stands at par with chief ministers like Yogi Adityanath and Devendra Fadnavis, who are widely regarded as disciplined Sangh loyalists and potential next generation leaders of the BJP in the post Modi-Shah era.

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The families of Nilotpal Das and Abhijeet Nath, tragically lynched in 2018, expressed their heartbreak as a trial court dismissed charges against over half of the accused. With 25 out of the 45 suspects being set free, they voiced their concerns about the justice system's integrity, particularly in the absence of direct witnesses.

The nude and decomposed body of a missing polling official, Cornelius Kindu, was discovered in a remote hilly area of Assam's Karbi Anglong district. Kindu had been reported missing since April 9 after leaving his polling station due to illness. Authorities are yet to ascertain the cause of his death.

Navigating a pivotal moment in his political journey, UPPL president Pramod Boro stands at a decisive fork in the road. A victory in the Tamulpur seat would not only elevate him to a prominent local representative but also consolidate his influence across multiple governance levels.

During Assam's assembly elections, a few disturbances erupted in various constituencies, resulting in injuries to approximately 30 individuals and the arrest of seven. A sorrowful turn of events occurred as a polling official lost their life prior to the commencement of voting.

Record voter turnouts were recorded in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry, with officials hailing it as a validation of electoral roll revisions and a sign of public trust. Assam and Puducherry achieved all-time highs, while Kerala saw its best turnout since 1987. Muslim-majority seats in Assam saw a significant surge in participation.

In a remarkable turn of events, Assam achieved a historic milestone with a staggering 85.5% voter engagement during the 2026 assembly elections, the highest participation rate since 1951. Despite facing challenges such as rainy weather and minor disruptions at polling stations, the overall atmosphere remained calm.

In a bold move for the upcoming elections, the Asom Gana Parishad has rolled out its manifesto, championing the social, political, and economic welfare of Assam's indigenous populations by committing to the full realization of the Assam Accord. The party aims to elevate the pressing flood and erosion issues to national recognition.

Rahul Gandhi charged PM Modi with undermining India’s sovereignty by collaborating too closely with the United States. He argued that the agriculture industry has been virtually handed over to American farmers, jeopardizing India's energy self-sufficiency and compromising citizens' data privacy.

Celebrated for its distinctive flavor, Assam's highly coveted GI-tagged Karbi Anglong ginger has made its debut in the bustling London market. With a shipment of 1.2 metric tons now gracing international shelves, this leap represents a major milestone for Assam's agricultural industry.

Taking a cue from Tripura, Assam government is exploring ways of involving members of United People's Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) in rubber cultivation in Karbi Anglong district.

The state government has targeted to cover 1,50,000 hectares in Karbi Anglong district with rubber plantation.

Shikdamakha village in West Karbi Anglong district has become the first in the whole of Karbi Anglong to be declared Open Defecation-Free (ODF).

Protesters in Assam's Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong districts observed a shutdown following a youth's death in a border clash with Meghalaya. They urged the Assam government to abandon the 'give-and-take' policy, fearing land loss to Meghalaya, and demanded a swift resolution to inter-state border disputes.

The district administrations of both Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong are all set for Saturday's Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) polls.

Addressing two election rallies in Karbi Anglong district on Monday, chief minister Sarbananda Sonowal assured all-round development in the hill district if his party is voted to power in the upcoming Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) polls.

Assam's assembly elections are shaped by a new political map. A 2023 delimitation exercise changed constituencies, impacting voter representation and party strategies. Reserved seats increased, and some areas saw shifts in influence. This realignment follows nearly 50 years without changes, marking a significant turning point for the state's politics.

Incidents of violence have erupted ahead of the election to the Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) with the office of BJP candidate Kadom Terangpi of the Sarupathar constituency set on fire by miscreants late on Saturday night.