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15 Oct

Surajit Academy stages Swachhata Hi Seva shows in Guwahati

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With the aim of creating awareness about cleanliness and taking the message of cleanliness to students, two puppet plays on 'Swachhata Hi Seva' were successfully staged today at the auditorium of the National Science Centre, Guwahati, organized by Surajit Academy. The puppet show, directed by Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar awardee Binita Devi and conceptualized by Simanta Sharma, Senior Fellow of the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, created special enthusiasm and joy among the students present. It is noteworthy that various awareness programmes are being implemented as part of the 'Swachhata Hi Seva 2026' campaign at the National Science…

14 Oct

Witness Testimonies Continue in Zubeen Garg Case, Rajesh Bhuyan and Raja Baruah to Depose Today

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One of the accused in the Zubeen Garg death case, Amritprabha Mahanta, today appeared physically before the Fast Track Court. Until now, during the trial proceedings, accused Amritprabha Mahanta had been appearing in court virtually from jail. However, after being granted bail on the orders of the Gauhati High Court and released from Haflong Sub-Jail yesterday, the court had directed accused Amritprabha Mahanta to appear physically today. Meanwhile, in connection with the Zubeen Garg death case, the recording of witness testimonies is continuing in the Fast Track Court of Judge Sharmila Bhuyan. Today, film director Rajesh Bhuyan and Zubeen Garg's…

13 Oct

Family Names 5 Suspects in Himashree Boro Case, Allegations Yet to Be Verified

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A team of Andhra Pradesh Police has arrived at Panikhaiti Police Outpost in the Chandrapur area of Assam to record the statements of Himashree Boro’s father and sister as part of the investigation into her death. The police team is also expected to visit Boro’s residence to gather additional information and record further statements. Officials have assured the family that the investigation will be carried out promptly. The development comes a day after Boro’s family lodged a complaint at the Government Railway Police (GRP) station on Monday afternoon, demanding a thorough investigation into her death. Family members also recorded their…

13 Oct

Census Now Technology-Enabled, Not Just Manual: Keshab Mahanta at Guwahati Conference

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Assam Minister Keshab Mahanta today emphasised the importance of completing the Census exercise within the stipulated timeline while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy.Mahanta, in his address at the State-Level Principal Census Officers’ Conference on Phase-II of Census 2027 in Guwahati today, observed that the Census process had evolved from predominantly manual operations to a more time-bound and technology-enabled system.Referring to the commencement of the next phase, the Minister in charge of the General Administration Department called upon District Commissioners/ PCO (Principal Census Officer) to undertake field visits, identify potential problem areas and ensure all preparations are completed effectively.The Minister…

12 Oct

‘Magic in Mayhem’ Wins Best Graduation Project at Royal School of Fashion Design Showcase

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The Royal School of Fashion Design and Technology (RSFT) of Assam Royal Global University (RGU) celebrated the creativity and talent of its graduating designers through ‘Synthesis 2026 – A Graduation Design Showcase’, held at the Royal Garden on the university campus on Friday.The showcase brought together fashion, craftsmanship, cultural narratives, sustainability and contemporary design, providing the graduating students with a professional platform to present their original collections before an audience comprising fashion professionals, designers, creative practitioners, academicians and fashion enthusiasts.The event was graced by nationally renowned fashion and costume designer Anju Modi as the chief guest. Her celebrated work extends…

11 Oct

Forests Turn Into Classrooms: Nameri Tiger Reserve to Host Residential Learning Programmes

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The Assam Forest Department has launched an educational initiative to take learning beyond textbooks and connect students directly with nature at Nameri Tiger Reserve.The 'Nameri Wild Classroom', open to students of Class 8 and above, including college-goers, will offer two- and three-day residential learning programmes, Forest and Climate Change Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah said."It will give school and college students an opportunity to learn directly from nature at Nameri Tiger Reserve," Baruah said.The programme includes birdwatching, guided forest walks, wildlife tracking and activities focused on river ecology. Students will also have opportunities to experience rafting on the Jia-Bharali River and…

10 Oct

Minister Bimal Bora enquires about health of ailing litterateur Kamala Kanta Mushahary

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Minister for Industries, Commerce, Public Enterprises and Cultural Affairs, Government of Assam, Bimal Bora today enquired about the health of eminent Bodo litterateur, educationist and cultural organiser Kamala Kanta Mushahary, who is currently undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Guwahati. Visiting the hospital in the afternoon, the Minister spoke to the family members of Mushahary, former General Secretary of the Bodo Sahitya Sabha, regarding his treatment and wished him a speedy recovery.

06 Oct

A Big Step for Confidence’: Lovlina Borgohain Praises Delhi Police Safety Initiative

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After achieving a historic gold medal at the recently concluded 2026 Asian Games, star Indian boxer Lovlina Borgohain on Monday joined women police personnel of the Delhi Police for a foot patrol in the Rajouri Garden market area as part of a women’s safety awareness campaign. Lovlina participated in this initiative to ensure that women can move around freely, without fear, and with confidence. Praising the Delhi Police’s initiative, Lovlina told news agencies, "Working towards women’s safety and conducting patrols like this is a very important initiative by the Delhi Police. I feel wonderful to be a part of this…

06 Oct

Infrastructure Boost in Jalukbari: New Drinking Water Schemes for Schools, Temples, and Community Centres

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Following the delimitation process, 14 new drinking water supply schemes have been constructed across 14 religious and public institutions in Wards 1 and 2 of the Guwahati Municipal Corporation area, which were recently included in the Jalukbari Assembly Constituency from West Guwahati. Out of these, 8 schemes are in Ward 2 and 6 are in Ward 1. These projects were constructed by the Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) within the stipulated time under the state government's SOPD-G scheme, a special initiative by Jalukbari MLA and Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma. The institutions covered under these schemes include: Shri Shri…

04 Oct

New Mavrick 440 Bikes to Boost Emergency Response and Patrolling for Assam Police

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Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma today formally handed over 50 Mavrick 440 motorcycles provided by Hero MotoCorp under its ‘Ride Safe India’ CSR initiative to the Assam Police at the Lok Sewa Bhawan complex in Dispur, with the objective of strengthening traffic management, patrolling, law enforcement and emergency response mechanisms.During the programme, the Chief Minister also rode a motorcycle wearing a helmet on the roads within the Janata Bhawan complex, sending a strong message on the importance of road safety and responsible riding.The motorcycles handed over to the Assam Police will enable police personnel to move more easily and swiftly…