GUWAHATI: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a forecast indicating that Guwahati and several areas across Assam will be subjected to a period of rainy weather beginning Tuesday, April 15, and lasting until Monday, April 21. According to the IMD’s daily weather bulletin, there is a considerable chance of thunderstorms and lightning, with certain…
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has declared that Assamese will become the mandatory official language for all government communications, including notifications, orders, and legislative acts throughout the state. This decision, effective from the upcoming Bohag, emphasizes the use of Assamese as the primary language for official matters, while also recognizing the linguistic diversity within…
GUWAHATI: Bhaskar Tamuly, an actor and fitness trainer, has been apprehended following a harassment complaint filed by a young woman at the Panbazar Women Police Station in Guwahati. This incident has garnered significant public attention due to Tamuly’s prominence in both the entertainment and fitness industries. According to the woman’s allegations, Tamuly allegedly threatened to…
GUWAHATI: In a noteworthy advancement, Assam is preparing to initiate the Northeast’s inaugural Pumped Storage Project (PSP), a cutting-edge hydroelectric storage system aimed at enhancing grid stability and addressing peak power requirements. This initiative represents a significant stride in fortifying the region’s energy infrastructure and is part of the Greenko Group’s substantial investment of Rs…
In a remarkable achievement, Elvis Ali Hazarika, an accomplished swimmer from Assam, has made history as the first Indian to successfully complete a two-way swim between Robben Island and Cape Town in South Africa. Describing the experience as “nothing short of surreal,” Elvis faced the challenges of cold, turbulent waters while sharing the ocean with…
GUWAHATI: In a shocking turn of events, Shahjahan Khandakar, a resident of Mathgharia in Guwahati, is accused of violently assaulting his wife, Rishima Begum, and their five-year-old son, Shahzad Khandakar, with a machete during a fit of rage. Shahjahan, who had been residing in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, with his family for several years, had no…
TEZPUR: As Rongali Bihu approached, the atmosphere at Assam Valley Academy Senior Secondary School in Ketekibari, Tezpur, was filled with excitement and cultural vibrancy, as teachers, students, and parents came together to partake in a Pre-Rongali Bihu celebration. The school grounds were alive with energy, with attendees donning traditional Assamese garments, which beautifully set the…
BOKAKHAT: The recent results of the High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC) examination have highlighted the resilience of students from Mahura mauza in Bokakhat, demonstrating that financial hardship does not hinder educational achievement. Deepamoni Loing, a young girl from the impoverished Bartika village, excelled in her HSLC exams at Bonguwal High School, achieving first division with…
GUWAHATI: A perplexing incident unfolded on Sunday morning when the body of Himangshu Sarma, a 31-year-old panda, or guide and priest, at the Kamakhya Temple, was discovered under enigmatic circumstances in the sacred Saubhagya Kunda. Sarma, a well-known figure within the temple community, was found floating in the holy water by early morning devotees who…
DIBRUGARH: On Saturday, the Hindu Kranti Dal in Dibrugarh organized a vibrant procession to celebrate Hanuman Jayanti. The event commenced at the Hanuman Mandir located near the old railway station and meandered through the prominent streets of Dibrugarh, drawing the attention of many onlookers. Participants adorned in colorful traditional attire filled the streets, with women…