In recent weeks, online posts and some Indian media reports claimed that Assam's political feud involved a direct link between Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi and Pakistan, allegedly suggested by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. This record was spread with dramatic headlines and selective clips, triggering a sharp confrontation between the BJP and the Congress in Assam. Our review finds these claims to be false, misleading, or at best unverified. Multiple outlets published headlines such as 'Gogoi connected to Pakistan' or 'Pakistan linkage exposed' paired with screenshots that were miscaptioned or taken out of context. A closer look reveals that the material cited does not constitute evidence of any official linkage or wrongdoing. In some cases, video footage from unrelated occurrences or remarks was repurposed to fit a predetermined record, and the similarity of identities or positions was exploited to create confusion. There is no credible public record showing Gogoi or his party linking to Pakistan in the documented context. Claims should be treated with caution until independently verified by credible sources. Why did the misinformation spread so quickly? Analysts point to a blend of sensationalism, partisan framing, and the rapid amplification by social-media accounts and some traditional media that prioritize speed over verification. Unverified links like these often ride on existing political tensions in Assam, capitalizing on a confrontational atmosphere between the ruling BJP and the Congress. By the time corrections appear, the false record has already influenced public perception. How to verify going forward: check official statements from the Assam government, the Election Commission, and credible national outlets; seek primary sources such as press releases or transcripts; compare reports across multiple independent outlets; and rely on established fact-checkers before sharing. The responsible path is to label such claims as false or unverified until credible evidence emerges. This episode underscores the importance of careful sourcing in political reporting. Until proven otherwise, readers should view any assertion connecting Gogoi to Pakistan in the current Assam political climate with skepticism.