Assam Rifles Jawan Killed in Ambush Along Indo-Myanmar Border in Arunachal
Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh: An Assam Rifles personnel was killed after a patrol team came under attack near the India-Myanmar border in Arunachal Pradesh’s Changlang district on Tuesday morning, officials said. The incident occurred around 6.30 am in the Nampong area, where Assam Rifles personnel were carrying out routine patrolling duties near a stretch of the […]
Four Class 10 Half-Yearly Exam Papers Cancelled After Alleged Leak in Assam’s Bijni
Bijni, Assam: Authorities have cancelled the half-yearly examinations for four Class 10 subjects following an alleged question paper leak from a school in Assam’s Chirang district, triggering concerns over examination security. According to preliminary reports, the question papers were allegedly leaked from Bhangnamari High School in Bijni. The subjects affected include General Mathematics, General Science, […]
Manipur’s Nimai Singh Earns Prestigious Lalit Kala Akademi Recognition
Manipur, Imphal: Bringing national recognition to Manipur’s vibrant artistic community, noted sculptor Sarungbam Nimai Singh of Yumnam Leikai has been selected for the prestigious Lalit Kala Akademi Award at the 65th National Exhibition of Art. Singh secured the honour for his teak wood sculpture titled Mudra-1, which impressed the jury at one of the country’s […]
Assam Launches Online Homestay Registration Through SewaSetu Portal
Assam: In a move aimed at strengthening the state’s tourism infrastructure, the Assam government has introduced an online registration system for homestays through the SewaSetu portal, making it easier for property owners to enrol their establishments and reach a wider audience of travellers. The new facility was launched by Tourism Minister Ajanta Neog during the […]
Bhupen Hazarika Birth Centenary Celebrations to Culminate in Delhi on November 29
Guwahati, Assam: The year-long celebrations marking the birth centenary of legendary musician and cultural icon Bhupen Hazarika will conclude with a grand function at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on November 29, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Monday. The closing ceremony is expected to bring together artists, performers and cultural figures from Assam […]
Indian Peafowl Spotted for First Time in Orang National Park
Guwahati,Assam: Orang National Park and Tiger Reserve has officially added a new species to its wildlife records with the first documented sighting of the Indian peafowl (Pavo cristatus), marking a significant milestone in the park’s biodiversity history. The presence of the bird was confirmed after wildlife photographer Nejib Ahmed and cinematographer Chandan Saikia photographed the […]