6+ hour, 9+ min ago   (212+ words) Assam Agriculture and Irrigation Minister Pijush Hazarika has claimed that the Congress is yet to announce its candidate for the upcoming Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election due to differences among its senior leaders over who should contest the seat. Addressing a…...

7+ hour, 20+ min ago   (219+ words) Congress leader Ripun Bora on September 13 described the upcoming Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election as a “very crucial” contest, saying its outcome could have an impact on national politics and the party’s preparations for the 2029 Lok Sabha elections. Speaking to media,…...

3+ day, 6+ hour ago   (202+ words) Assam Education Minister Ranoj Pegu attended the 65th Foundation Day celebration of Gauhati Commerce College (GCC) and highlighted the institution’s contribution to commerce education in the state since its establishment in 1962. Addressing the gathering, Pegu said commerce plays a crucial role…...

4+ day, 4+ hour ago   (249+ words) The first death anniversary of Assamese singer and musician Zubeen Garg will be observed on September 19 with Bhagawat Naam and a Bhaona performance at Zubeen Kshetra as part of a three-day commemorative programme beginning September 17. Zubeen’s wife, Garima Saikia Garg,…...

5+ day, 6+ hour ago   (219+ words) Yet, as the last of the ceremonial lamps flicker out and the grand banners begin to sag against the Guwahati humidity, an uncomfortable silence settles over Assam. In our institutional rush to erect statues, print glossy souvenirs, and convert a…...

5+ day, 1+ hour ago   (377+ words) The Barpeta District Administration today observed the birth centenary of legendary Assamese poet, musician, composer and filmmaker Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, paying tribute to the enduring legacy of Sudhakantha, whose music continues to inspire generations. The central programme of…...

5+ day, 3+ hour ago   (142+ words) The Assam Rifles organised a lecture on women’s literacy and empowerment at Borobekra Higher Secondary School in Manipur on the occasion of International Literacy Day. The programme aimed to raise awareness among students about the importance of education, women’s empowerment…...

5+ day, 7+ hour ago   (238+ words) The Assam State School Education Board (ASSEB), Division-I (erstwhile SEBA) has extended the period of regular classes for Class 10 and Class 12 students in view of the recent devastating floods in some districts and the ongoing census activities across the state....

5+ day, 5+ hour ago   (223+ words) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma paid tribute to Bharat Ratna Dr Bhupen Hazarika on the occasion of the legendary musician’s birth centenary and highlighted a series of initiatives to preserve and promote his legacy. Sarma paid homage to Dt…...

5+ day, 10+ hour ago   (1452+ words) The death of the Manipuri musician in Delhi has reopened an old wound. India has mourned too many young people from the Northeast without creating a law strong enough to confront the discrimination they face. Chongtham Vikram Singh went downstairs…...