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Former Union Minister and prominent political figure from Karbi Anglong, Biren Sing Engti, passed away at the age of 81 in a Guwahati hospital. Engti was a distinguished member of the Lok Sabha, serving five terms after winning elections in 1977, 1984, and 2009. He also held the position of Chief Executive Member of the Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC). Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed profound sorrow over Engti's death, characterizing it as a significant loss for Assam. He praised Engti's lifelong dedication to public service and contributions towards the development of the hill regions, extending heartfelt condolences…

The Indian Institute of Technology-Guwahati (IIT-G) organized the two-day Japan-NER Academia-Industry Cooperation Symposium 2026 (JNTCS 2026) in collaboration with Gifu University, Japan. The symposium aimed to enhance academic, research, and industry cooperation between Northeast India and Japan, addressing global issues such as food security, healthcare, environmental sustainability, energy, and clean water. It aimed to facilitate multilateral collaborations across various disciplines, including science, technology, and medicine. Since 2022, Japan has prioritized Northeast India, anticipating the exchange of 5,000 students between institutions in the two regions over the next five years. IIT-G director Prof. Devendra Jalihal highlighted the formation of a consortium…

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya highlighted the significance of women's participation in nation-building and emphasized the need for empowering women for national progress. At the Women Achievers' Award 2026 ceremony, organized by the FICCI Ladies Organisation, Acharya highlighted the central and state governments' initiatives to strengthen women's empowerment through welfare and development schemes. Five outstanding women achievers from the Northeast were honored, including Dhananda Pathak, a marathon runner, Kmoin Wahlang, a social entrepreneur, Ratna Dey, an entrepreneur and exporter, and K. Chokhone, founder of Dianthe Private Limited. Acharya praised the awardees' dedication, perseverance, and achievements, recalling legendary figures like Sati…

A juvenile has been apprehended following an alleged assault on two individuals from Northeast India near the Saket District Court complex in Delhi. The incident, which occurred on March 8, involved a young woman from Manipur and a transgender person from Assam who were reportedly attacked by a group of men making racially derogatory remarks while they were walking in a park. When the woman objected, the situation escalated, resulting in a physical assault where the victims were punched and beaten with belts, accompanied by abusive slurs and racial epithets. The Delhi Police have registered a case under relevant laws…

The Border Security Force (BSF) Guwahati Frontier is set to hold its 67th Pension Adalat on March 11 at the Frontier Headquarters BSF Guwahati in Patgaon, Assam. This event aims to create a direct and transparent platform for addressing pension-related grievances of its veteran community. Scheduled from 09:30 am to 5 pm, the Adalat invites BSF pensioners and their family members from across the seven Northeastern states, providing an inclusive environment to tackle various issues concerning pension entitlements. The gathering will feature administrative experts and pension authorities, facilitating the resolution of long-standing concerns, documentation challenges, and discrepancies in payment that…

A 43-year-old man from Assam, identified as Niran Biswas from Chintagaon village in Udalguri district, tragically died after falling from a running train in Balasore district, Odisha. The incident took place near Sabira rail station while he was returning home from Tamil Nadu with relatives. Following the accident on Sunday, police reported that his body was sent back home via ambulance after a post-mortem examination was conducted. Authorities suspect that Biswas fell from the train accidentally, and an unnatural death case has been filed in relation to the incident.

Environmental experts and academics have raised alarms regarding the escalating air pollution levels in Guwahati, emphasizing the necessity for robust policy measures and enhanced public awareness to confront this environmental crisis. This concern was highlighted during a meeting organized by the Assam Science Society, focusing on urban environmental protection. The complexity of the air pollution issue in Guwahati has intensified due to rapid urbanization, an increase in vehicle numbers, and unregulated construction activities. It has been reported that approximately 80 percent of the city’s air pollution stems from vehicular emissions and road dust. Additionally, the vehicle count in Guwahati has…

A suspected incident involving a young couple jumping into the Brahmaputra River from the New Saraighat Bridge has triggered concern in Guwahati. According to reports, the incident took place on Monday when a young man and woman allegedly jumped into the river from the bridge. Eyewitnesses claimed that the two were seen standing on the bridge before they reportedly leapt into the water. Following the incident, local residents and authorities informed the police and rescue teams. Personnel from disaster response units and river patrol teams rushed to the spot and launched a search operation in the river. Boats were deployed…

Himanta Biswa Sarma, the Chief Minister of Assam, has highlighted a pivotal shift in the state's public sector employment strategy, moving from recommendation-based recruitment to one that prioritizes merit, qualifications, and examination performance. In a social media post, he described this transformation as a crucial change for the youth of Assam, where job opportunities were historically influenced by personal connections. Now, the focus is on academic credentials, competitive exams, and individual effort. Sarma emphasized that under the BJP4Assam administration, merit is now rewarded over influence, instilling confidence in students that hard work will provide new opportunities. He noted this shift…

International Women’s Day was commemorated at Atal Udyan in Adabari, Guwahati, through an event titled Basantabilas, organized by Kolasamanway. This vibrant program featured discussions, music, poetry, and dance, celebrating womanhood and the arrival of spring. Dr. Sadhan Das, the chief guest, emphasized the significance of spring as a time of renewal, urging the audience to live purposefully given the limited meaningful time in life. He discouraged conflict and negativity in favor of harmony. Dr. Rita Bhuiya, a gynaecologist and paediatrician, highlighted ongoing gender inequality, stressing that discrimination persists despite advancements in education. She pointed out troubling societal reactions based on…