Recently, several social media posts claimed that the English Daily Newspaper from Assam, “The Assam Tribune”, is going to be acquired by the Adani Group.
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However, upon investigation, we discovered that the claim was false. The Assam Tribune refuted the claim. Here’s the fact check.
Fact Check
We started our investigation by conducting a relevant keyword search. This led us to a post on the official Facebook page of The Assam Tribune on May 25, 2026, refuting the viral claim. The post read, “The Assam Tribune is NOT FOR SALE
Quite remarkable, really, how a single unverified Facebook post managed to become “breaking news” for so many people and media portals overnight.
Since May 24, claims about The Assam Tribune allegedly being sold to Gautam Adani for Rs 420 crores have been circulating widely, all stemming from one Facebook post by Gyanen Chakraborty. From there, the rumour was amplified by prominent personalities and even media outlets, many of whom apparently felt verification was an unnecessary formality.
No official confirmation. No credible source. No due diligence. Just pure confidence and a share button.
It took 88 years to build the trust and legacy of The Assam Tribune — from Radha Govinda Baruah to the current generation, the family has worked tirelessly for the people of the region, often at the cost of their own personal lives, to uphold the values and credibility of this institution.
For nearly nine decades, The Assam Tribune has remained committed to preserving the trust of its readers, and it will continue to do so in the years ahead.
In an era where everyone claims to value journalism and fact-checking, it’s fascinating to see how quickly baseless speculation can be repackaged as “news” simply because it trends online.
Maybe next time, before turning rumours into headlines and WhatsApp University into a newsroom, try verifying facts first. It might sound old-fashioned, but that’s usually how credible journalism works.
P.S. — Strict legal action will be initiated against anyone involved in creating, spreading, or amplifying such baseless and defamatory allegations.
The Assam Tribune, on their official X handle too, refuted the claim on May 25, 2026.
Conclusion
From our investigation, we can say that the claim is false. The Assam Tribune newspaper has not been sold to Gautam Adani. The Assam Tribune refuted the viral claim.
Title: Has Gautam Adani Acquired The Assam Tribune? Here’s The Truth.
Fact Check By: Debanjana Baishya
Result: False
