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Assam: Rising Political Tensions as BJP and Congress Threaten Legal Action Against Each Other

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1 year ago

February 16, 2025

The political showdown between Assam’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress took a dramatic legal turn on Sunday, February 16, as both parties threatened lawsuits over accusations of defamation and character assassination.

The dispute ignited when Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh claimed that Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma was behind a campaign aimed at “character assassination” of Jorhat MP Gaurav Gogoi.

In a social media update, Ramesh declared that Congress would promptly pursue legal action against Sarma for what he termed “the worst form of political slander.”

Sarma swiftly rebutted these claims, asserting that the political future of Assam was in the hands of its citizens, not Congress. “The decision concerning who will be the former and current Chief Ministers will be made by the people of Assam—not by you,” Sarma stated. He expressed his readiness for legal action against him, indicating that the Assam government would also file its own suit against Congress.

Tensions between the BJP and Congress in Assam have escalated as the 2024 Lok Sabha elections approached, where Gogoi managed to win in Jorhat despite a vigorous campaign by the BJP. In the aftermath, Congress has accused the ruling party of corruption and governance failures, positioning itself as a viable alternative ahead of the 2026 Assam Assembly elections.

As a prominent Congress figure and the son of former Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, Gaurav Gogoi has been outspoken in criticizing the BJP-led government, drawing attention to what he refers to as the state administration’s “blatant corruption and misdeeds.” The Congress party contends that the recent allegations against Gogoi and his wife are part of a “malicious, unfounded, and deceitful campaign” by the BJP aimed at diverting attention from its own failures in governance.

Taking it a step further, Jairam Ramesh likened Sarma’s strategies to those of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing both leaders of “defamation, distortion, and diversion.” He confidently predicted that the BJP government in Assam would face electoral defeat within the next year.

In response to the BJP’s allegations, Gogoi reaffirmed his position, expressing confidence that the voters in Assam would see through what he described as the ruling party’s desperate maneuvers. “We will take appropriate action against this defamation. However, I have complete faith in the people of Assam, who are capable of recognizing this slander for what it is,” he stated.

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Man Allegedly Kills Wife, Children, Teen Girl and Her Family

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1 week ago

July 11, 2026

Namma Kudla

Hyderabad: A 35-year-old man, identified as Rajkumar, allegedly killed his wife, two young sons, a 17-year-old girl who had accused him of sexual harassment, and the girl’s mother and grandmother in Telangana’s Ranga Reddy district.

Police said Rajkumar first killed his wife, Parvathi Saritha (30), and their two sons at their home in Shabad on Friday night. He then allegedly kidnapped the teenage girl, murdered her, and later killed her mother and grandmother.

The accused had been arrested in May under the POCSO Act for allegedly stalking and sexually harassing the girl. He was granted anticipatory bail about a week before the murders.

After the crime, Rajkumar reportedly called his father and confessed before switching off his phone. He is currently absconding, and police have launched a manhunt. The investigation is underway.

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Wedding celebration Dispute for Served Chicken promising Mutton

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1 week ago

July 11, 2026

Namma Kudla

Bihar: A wedding celebration in Bihar turned violent after a dispute over the food served at the reception. Around 12 people were injured in the clash.

The incident took place in Simri Bakhtiyarpur town of Saharsa district on Thursday.

According to officials, the nikah of Mohammad Abdullah alias Chand, son of Mohammad Anwar, was held with the daughter of Mohammad Javed alias Moto at around 3 pm. The wedding ceremony was completed peacefully.

The trouble began during the wedding feast. Members of the groom’s family claimed they had been promised mutton for the meal. However, they were served chicken instead.

The groom’s side objected to the change in the menu. This led to a heated argument between the two families. The argument soon turned into a physical fight.

Several people from both sides were involved in the clash. Some guests were allegedly beaten with sticks. Videos shared on social media also showed people waving swords during the violence.

Around 12 people suffered injuries in the incident. They were admitted to the Sub-Divisional Hospital in Simri Bakhtiyarpur for treatment.

Police reached the venue and brought the situation under control. A case has been registered, and an investigation is underway.

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Daughter Held for Mother’s Murder; Father’s Death Also Under Scanner?

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1 week ago

July 11, 2026

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Jaipur: A 23-year-old woman, Ayushi Sharma, who was arrested for allegedly plotting her mother’s murder to obtain a government job, is now facing fresh allegations linked to her father’s death.

Ayushi’s uncle has claimed that the death of her father, Vijay Sharma, may not have been natural. He has demanded a police investigation into the case. Police have started looking into the allegation.

According to the police, Ayushi planned the murder of her mother, Neeraj Sharma, with the help of her uncle Mohan Swaroop and her relative Balram alias Ravi. The motive was to gain control of family property and secure her mother’s government job.

Police said the accused paid Rs.7 lakh to contract killers to carry out the murder. The attackers allegedly rammed an SUV into Neeraj Sharma and tried to make it look like a road accident.

Neeraj Sharma, 45, was working as a Lower Division Clerk (LDC) in a court. On July 3, she was returning home after dropping her son at tuition when a speeding Scorpio SUV allegedly hit her near Pratap Nagar. She was thrown nearly 100 feet and died on the spot. The accused fled after the incident.

During the investigation, police examined CCTV footage from the area. They found that the incident was not an accident but a planned murder. The investigation later exposed the conspiracy.

Police have arrested seven people, including Ayushi Sharma, in connection with the case. One accused is still absconding, and efforts are underway to arrest him.

Police said Neeraj Sharma had received the government job on compassionate grounds after the death of her husband about a year ago. Investigators believe Ayushi wanted the job for herself. Police also said there had been a property dispute between the mother and daughter for the past two to three years.

During questioning, Ayushi allegedly told police that she wanted her late father’s government job. However, after his death, the job was given to her mother. She reportedly admitted that this disappointment, along with the property dispute, became the reason for planning the murder.