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Sali Berisha's uncontested election as leader of the Democratic Party (DP) in Albania has sparked concerns among analysts and political figures regarding the future and effectiveness of the opposition. Critics suggest this lack of competition could weaken the party and potentially benefit the ruling government.
Gaurav Gogoi's political efforts, influenced by his father's legacy and a strategic gambit in Upper Assam, have reportedly not yielded the desired results.
The Jorhat Assembly constituency in Assam has become the primary battleground for a high-stakes political contest between Himanta Biswa Sarma's BJP and Gaurav Gogoi ahead of the 2026 elections.
Riniki Bhuyan Sharma, wife of the Assam Chief Minister, vehemently denied Congress claims of holding foreign passports and undisclosed overseas assets, challenging Assam Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi.
A Congress candidate in Assam was attacked by miscreants in Naduar and subsequently hospitalized, prompting the President of Assam Congress, Gaurav Gogoi, to condemn the incident and demand immediate arrests.
Himanta Biswa Sarma has made a significant poll promise in Assam, vowing 'bulldozer action' across 5 lakh bighas of land, while also launching an ideological attack on Congress president Gaurav Gogoi. An interview with Gaurav Gogoi further clarifies that the Assam election is framed as a contest between the Himanta Sarma-led Congress and Congress adhering to Tarun Gogoi's ideals.
Gaurav Gogoi's political legacy is being tested in the Jorhat constituency during the Assam election, where Ahom voters and upper-caste Assamese hold significant influence.
Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president Gaurav Gogoi, on Wednesday, called the resignation of senior Congress leader and Nagaon Lok Sabha MP Pradyut Bordoloi "unfortunate".
The Election Commission of India has announced the schedule for Assembly elections in several states, with voting phases occurring in April. The upcoming polls are set against a backdrop of looming energy crisis concerns in the country.
Initiating the debate, Gourav Gogoi claimed that the environment of Parliament has become such that the LoP is not allowed to speak in the House during the debate on the motion of thanks to the…
The Congress party released its first list of 42 candidates for the Assam polls, including Gaurav Gogoi and re-nominated five sitting MLAs, with former State party president Ripun Borah making a comeback.
The Congress party has released its initial list of 42 candidates for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, including key figures like Gaurav Gogoi and Debabrata Saikia.
The BJP achieved a historic victory in the West Bengal Assembly elections, marking a significant political shift in the state. However, incumbent Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee refused to resign, alleging electoral fraud and claiming her party did not lose.
Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi has strongly dismissed the Assam assembly election exit polls, alleging a 'theft' attempt and expressing firm confidence in his party's victory. He stated that exit polls are primarily for TV debates and not reflective of the final election outcome.
The Indian Parliament is actively debating the Women's Reservation Bill, which proposes a 33% quota for women in legislative bodies. Prime Minister Modi has strongly advocated for its passage, addressing concerns about delimitation and OBC representation raised by opposition parties.
Riniki Bhuyan, wife of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Sarma, has accused Gaurav Gogoi's wife of having bank links in Pakistan, escalating a dispute that includes allegations of passport and Dubai connections.
An Iranian aggression against Kuwait targeted a power and water desalination plant, resulting in the death of an Indian worker and significant material damage. Kuwaiti authorities confirmed the attack, with reports of Tehran also targeting other infrastructure.
As Assam's political landscape heats up, a SWOT analysis examines whether the BJP, led by Himanta Biswa Sarma, can retain power against a resurgent Congress, with Gaurav Gogoi making his debut in key contests.
State Congress president Gaurav Gogoi seeks a coordinated fight by the Opposition bloc to remove Himanta Biswa Sarma from power
Raijor Dal chief Akhil Gogoi has indicated that his party will not field a candidate against Gaurav Gogoi, suggesting the State Congress president needs their support to win the Jorhat Assembly seat.
During the debate on the no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi launched a scathing attack on BJP's Kiren Rijiju
The Congress party has released a list of 42 candidates for the upcoming Assam elections, which includes Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi, who will be contesting the assembly polls for the first time.
Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi is reportedly set to contest the upcoming Assam assembly elections from the Jorhat constituency. This move follows the party's finalization of candidates for 40 seats.
Prime Minister Modi's BJP party secured a historic victory in the West Bengal state election, gaining control of the state and ending the Trinamool Congress's long-standing rule.
This article profiles Gaurav Gogoi, a three-time Member of Parliament and a prominent figure for the Congress party in Assam. The profile highlights his role ahead of the upcoming elections, where he faces competition from BJP's Hitendra Nath Goswami.
Gaurav Gogoi, the APCC chief and Jorhat MP, is spearheading the Congress party's efforts to make a comeback in the Assam Assembly polls, positioning himself as a chief ministerial candidate against the incumbent CM Himanta Biswa Sarma.
Gaurav Gogoi of the Congress party has criticized Assam Chief Minister Himanta Sarma's 'politics of fear,' positioning the opposition alliance as an alternative focused on inclusive governance to 'create a new Assam'.
Gaurav Gogoi is maintaining a strong position in a closely contested election battle in Jorhat, Assam, against a veteran BJP candidate, with the campaign framed as an 'election to save Assam'.
A 'gentlemanly fight' is underway for Assam's Jorhat seat in the Indian elections, as three-time Parliament member Gaurav Gogoi contests his first assembly election against a BJP veteran.
Indian politician Pradyut Bordoloi revealed in an interview that he felt humiliated having to plead for his Lok Sabha seat and noted a steady trust deficit since Gaurav Gogoi took charge.
Pradyut Bordoloi, the Congress MP from Assam's Nagaon Lok Sabha seat, quit the party following differences with State party president Gaurav Gogoi over candidate selection for the Laharighat Assembly…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi described Om Birla as an 'excellent Speaker' of the Lok Sabha, praising his impartiality and leadership ahead of a no-confidence motion.
Welcoming him into the party, Gaurav Gogoi said the induction of a grassroots leader like Jayanta Khaund reflected growing discontent in Assam against the leadership of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa…
The Congress party has released its first list of 42 candidates for the Assam polls, with Gaurav Gogoi set to contest from Jorhat, as the party continues alliance talks with other opposition parties.
A decade-old rift within the Congress party has escalated into a fierce political war in Assam, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi trading sharp accusations.