The town of Dhekiajuli was filled with life on March 14 and 15 as its residents joyfully celebrated Holi, the lively festival of colors, with great enthusiasm and adherence to tradition. The two-day event featured community gatherings, cultural performances, and devotional rituals at Naamghars and Satras, alongside the exuberant throwing of colors, showcasing the rich…
The All-Bodo Students Union (ABSU) and representatives from the Bhutan India Friendship Association (BIFA) recently engaged in discussions aimed at enhancing mutual understanding and fostering relationships between India and Bhutan across the border. ABSU President Dipen Boro expressed his honor in welcoming BIFA Vice-President Goob Sonam Drukpa and General Secretary Taugay Chedup at the ABSU…
The Assam government has unveiled a significant initiative aimed at intensifying law enforcement efforts against crime and enhancing social welfare programs in its budget for the fiscal year 2025-26. During the budget presentation on Monday, Finance Minister Ajanta Neog highlighted the state’s achievements in combating drug and human trafficking, while also introducing proposals focused on…
As many as 39 people from Assam have sought Indian citizenship under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA). GUWAHATI: As many as 39 people from Assam have sought Indian citizenship under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA), out of whom two have obtained it, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Chandra Mohan Patowary told the state assembly on Monday. Replying on behalf…
This declaration ensures that all state government offices and educational institutions in the district will remain closed on this date. GUWAHATI: The Governor of Assam has officially announced a local holiday on March 15, 2025, in observance of the Dol Jatra (Holi) Festival within the Kamrup (Metro) District. This declaration ensures that all state government offices and educational…
The Department of Commerce, Tezpur University (TU), concluded a four-day annual commerce fest, ‘Vaanigyam,’ leaving participants enriched with knowledge and inspiration. TEZPUR: The Department of Commerce, Tezpur University (TU), concluded a four-day annual commerce fest, ‘Vaanigyam,’ leaving participants enriched with knowledge and inspiration. The Sanskrit word ‘Vaanigyam,’ meaning commerce, aptly captured the essence of the event, which…
In a new development, an alternative political outfit is likely to be formed very soon in BTC by a group of leaders including ex-NDFB to topple down the present BTR Government led by Pramod Boro. KOKRAJHAR: In a new development, an alternative political outfit is likely to be formed very soon in BTC by a group…
A massive python was rescued on Sunday near the UBI Bank in Kamargaon, Numaligarh, in a joint effort by local residents and forest officials. NUMALIGARH: A massive python was rescued on Sunday near the UBI Bank in Kamargaon, Numaligarh, in a joint effort by local residents and forest officials. The snake, which had been terrorizing the area…
Pratiksha Deka, an Assam singer, has been crowned the winner of Suron Ka Ekalavya Season 2 GUWAHATI: Pratiksha Deka, an Assam singer, has been crowned the winner of Suron Ka Ekalavya Season 2, a highly acclaimed singing competition on Doordarshan. Her superb vocals and compelling performances won her the crown after a fierce fight against…
Assam Cabinet approves measures to regulate coaching institutes, establish Mega Industrial Parks, and set up Driver Training Centres. GUWAHATI: In a fruitful meeting, the Assam Cabinet has declared various important decisions meant to improve the economic scenario and educational system of the state. Among those major decisions taken were steps to regulate coaching institutes, create Mega…