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Crime
Leaked audio alleges Assam media owner attempted blackmail
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 15 Oct 2026, 04:45 AM
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A recently leaked audio clip has ignited controversy after allegedly capturing a media proprietor from Assam discussing a blackmail scheme.
A recording that surfaced online this week has become the centre of a growing controversy in Assam. The audio, obtained by India Today Northeast, purportedly captures a conversation in which a prominent media owner is heard outlining a plan to extract money by threatening to expose sensitive information.
The clip has prompted immediate calls for a police inquiry, with the Assam Police stating that they are reviewing the material to determine whether any criminal provisions, including sections of the Indian Penal Code related to extortion, have been violated. Officials have not disclosed the identity of the individual in the recording, citing the need for a thorough investigation.
The media owner in question has not publicly responded to the allegations, and representatives of the media house have described the audio as "fabricated" and "politically motivated". Legal experts note that if the recording is authentic, it could lead to serious charges, but they also caution that forensic verification will be essential before any formal charges are filed.
The episode adds to a broader debate about media ethics and the influence of proprietors in regional news markets. Stakeholders across the state are watching closely as the investigation unfolds, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability in the press.
The clip has prompted immediate calls for a police inquiry, with the Assam Police stating that they are reviewing the material to determine whether any criminal provisions, including sections of the Indian Penal Code related to extortion, have been violated. Officials have not disclosed the identity of the individual in the recording, citing the need for a thorough investigation.
The media owner in question has not publicly responded to the allegations, and representatives of the media house have described the audio as "fabricated" and "politically motivated". Legal experts note that if the recording is authentic, it could lead to serious charges, but they also caution that forensic verification will be essential before any formal charges are filed.
The episode adds to a broader debate about media ethics and the influence of proprietors in regional news markets. Stakeholders across the state are watching closely as the investigation unfolds, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability in the press.