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Pawan Khera questioned again in Guwahati as Assam CM wife’s defamation cases move forward

Pawan Khera questioned again in Guwahati as Assam CM wife’s defamation cases move forward

Senior Congress leader Pawan Khera returned to Assam Police Crime Branch in Guwahati for a second day of questioning, after being held for nearly 10 hours on Wednesday. The probe follows defamation criminal complaints filed by Riniki Bhuyan Sharma, wife of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. Khera’s original allegation claimed Sharma held multiple passports and undisclosed overseas properties. Khera says he is cooperating and will submit documents. The Supreme Court granted him anticipatory bail and ordered attendance when required.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026
Pawan Khera returns for second day before Assam Crime Branch amid fresh legal trouble

Pawan Khera returns for second day before Assam Crime Branch amid fresh legal trouble

Congress leader Pawan Khera appeared before Assam Police Crime Branch for a second consecutive day, cooperating with the investigation. The action follows cases filed by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s wife. Khera faces charges including defamation and forgery. Earlier, the Supreme Court had granted him anticipatory bail, making the latest appearances closely watched.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026

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Himanta Sarma taunts Pawan Khera with Assam made him eat peda after BJP victory

Himanta Sarma taunts Pawan Khera with Assam made him eat peda after BJP victory

After BJP’s record win in Assam for a third consecutive term, Chief Minister Himanta Sarma renewed his attack on Congress leader Pawan Khera, saying “Assam made Pawan Khera eat pera/peda.” The taunt follows Khera’s allegations about foreign links and assets tied to Sarma’s wife, which the CM denies and says he is taking legal action over.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 5 May 2026
SC grants anticipatory bail to Pawan Khera sparking Assam harassment claims by Congress

SC grants anticipatory bail to Pawan Khera sparking Assam harassment claims by Congress

The Supreme Court granted anticipatory bail to Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera, prompting the party to accuse the Assam government of trying to intimidate him. Congress leader Abhishek Singhvi pointed to the court’s remarks on the Assam Chief Minister’s conduct, urging him to reflect and express regret. The ruling permits an inquiry without arrest.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 1 May 2026
Supreme Court grants bail to Pawan Khera after passport and offshore assets allegations

Supreme Court grants bail to Pawan Khera after passport and offshore assets allegations

The Supreme Court has granted anticipatory bail to Congress leader Pawan Khera in a politically charged case tied to allegations that he held multiple passports and offshore assets. The matter escalated after the Assam CM’s wife filed the claims, and Khera’s bail plea had earlier been rejected by the Gauhati High Court, prompting the latest top-court decision amid sharp political reactions.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 1 May 2026
HC rejects Pawan Khera anticipatory bail in Assam CM wife allegations case

HC rejects Pawan Khera anticipatory bail in Assam CM wife allegations case

The Gauhati High Court has rejected Congress leader Pawan Khera’s anticipatory bail plea linked to allegations involving Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s wife. Criminal cases were filed by Sarma’s wife. After the Supreme Court directed Khera to approach the Gauhati High Court, the petition was heard and the HC has now refused relief.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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