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02 Mar

IIT Guwahati Partners with Coventry University Group (UK) to Drive AI and Healthcare Innovation

riya EditorAssam

The Indian Institute of Technology-Guwahati (IIT-G) has established a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Coventry University Group (CUG), UK, to enhance global research and innovation specifically in artificial intelligence (AI) and healthcare. This strategic partnership aims to formalize avenues for collaborative research, academic mobility, and joint degree programs. The MoU was signed during a visit from CUG's senior research leadership, including Prof. Richard Dashwood, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research), who also proposed a joint research colloquium in a hybrid format, engaging experts from both institutions. The collaboration primarily focuses on integrating AI and data science within healthcare contexts. Prof. Devendra Jalihal,…

02 Mar

Amid Iran-US/Israel Escalation, Assam in Touch with MEA for Data on Residents in West Asia

riya EditorAssam

As the conflict intensifies in the Middle East, the Assam government is coordinating with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) to ascertain the whereabouts of its residents who may be affected. A senior state official highlighted the absence of data on the number of Assamese individuals in the region, whether residing or stranded. The official indicated that many from Assam are employed in various sectors in West Asia, including aviation and business, and a significant number of tourists from the state frequent destinations such as Dubai. Due to the war, disruptions in flight services have likely left many tourists stuck…

02 Mar

International Exposure as Japanese Coaches Arrive to Train Assam Athletes

riya EditorAssam

Under a groundbreaking collaboration between the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the Assam Sports and Youth Welfare Department, a strategic initiative aims to uplift the sporting landscape of Assam through the engagement of five Japanese coaches who will provide professional training to emerging athletes over two years. This collaboration spans multiple sports disciplines including volleyball, basketball, swimming, football, and athletics, marking a significant first in international sports cooperation for the region. An official source emphasized that this initiative represents a remarkable milestone on a global scale, highlighting JICA's continuous commitment to enhancing India's sports ecosystem. In the framework of…

02 Mar

Assam’s Karbi Anglong Ginger Makes Historic GI-Tagged Export to London

riya EditorAssam

In a significant export initiative, Assam's Agriculture Minister Atul Bora officially launched the first-ever export of GI-tagged ginger from the Karbi Anglong district to London. This milestone, marked on Sunday at Krishi Bhawan in Guwahati, involved a consignment of 21.2 metric tons of premium fresh ginger sourced directly from local farmers. Minister Bora described this event as a historic moment for Assam's agricultural sector, emphasizing its importance in showcasing the state’s high-quality agricultural products to the global market. He noted that this export signifies a growing international recognition of Assam's agricultural offerings and represents the state's initiative to expand its…

01 Mar

Jan Ashirwad Yatra Sees Huge Public Participation, Says Assam BJP

riya EditorAssam

The inaugural day of the "Jan Ashirwad Yatra," led by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, concluded in the Naduar constituency after a full-day journey through Dhekiajuli, Borsola, Tezpur, and Rangapara. Starting at 10 AM and extending past midnight, the event attracted hundreds of thousands of participants who gathered along the route to offer blessings and support, according to a statement from the state BJP unit. Citizens welcomed the Chief Minister with traditional rituals, including lighting earthen lamps and incense, and showering him with flower petals, demonstrating their respect and goodwill. Significant crowds formed along highways expressing gratitude for various…

01 Mar

Crackdown Continues: 21 Illegal Migrants Deported from Assam

riya EditorAssam

A total of 21 illegal migrants from Bangladesh, including women and children, were repatriated from Assam during a covert operation in the early hours of a Sunday, as reported by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. This pushback occurred in the Sribhumi district, highlighting the state's ongoing efforts to manage illegal immigration. Sarma took to social media platform X to commend the Sribhumi police for their vigilance and prompt action, stating that the migrants were sent back to their homeland at precisely 12:30 AM. His message underlined the dedication of the police forces, contrasting their tireless night patrol with the rest…

01 Mar

Women Artisans Get New Platform as Handicraft Production Centres Open Near LBWLS

riya EditorAssam

Two handicraft production centres have been established for skilled women artisans from the Laokhowa-Burhachapori Wildlife Sanctuary (LBWLS) in Assam by Aaranyak, with backing from the International Rhino Foundation (IRF). The inauguration was attended by key figures including Dr. Sonali Ghosh of Kaziranga Tiger Reserve and representatives from IRF and Aaranyak. These centres aim to provide workspaces, collective production facilities, and ongoing income-generation opportunities for the trained women artisans. Aaranyak, in collaboration with LBWLS, Kaziranga Tiger Reserve, and the Laokhowa Burhachapori Conservation Society (LBCS), has been offering skill-based training to women in fringe areas of the sanctuary. The centres are intended…

01 Mar

Large Flock of Greylag Geese Photographed for First Time in West Kameng

riya EditorNews

The arrival of a large flock of Greylag geese in Bichom village of West Kameng district has resulted in the first-ever photographic documentation of the species in the district and only the second confirmed record in Arunachal Pradesh. While there had earlier been a claimed sighting at Sela Pass, it lacked photographic evidence. The species had previously been recorded in Ziro in Lower Subansiri district. The latest sighting in Bichom has now added an important verified entry to the district’s avian records. The geese were documented by Harnam Hagam, gram panchayat member from East Bichom and a noted conservationist and…

01 Mar

Hyatt Regency Spa & Casino Project Launched in Central Gangtok, Marking New Tourism Milestone for Sikkim

riya EditorSikkim

In a significant stride to enhance Sikkim's premium hospitality sector, Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang (Golay) inaugurated the foundation stone for the Hyatt Regency Gangtok, a luxurious 150-room hotel, during a formal event at Chintan Bhawan, Gangtok. This project strategically aims to position the capital as a high-value tourism destination focused on luxury travelers, destination weddings, and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions). Tamang characterized the ceremony as a representation of trust and collaboration, commending the SM Group and Poddar Group for their investments and expressing gratitude to Hyatt Hotels Corporation for choosing Gangtok to expand its global brand. He…

01 Mar

APEDA organises Sikkim Organic Conclave-cum-International Buyer Seller Meet in Gangtok

riya EditorSikkim

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), together with the Government of Sikkim and IFOAM-Asia, organized the Sikkim Organic Conclave-cum-International Buyer Seller Meet (IBSM) in Gangtok. This event featured the release of a comprehensive knowledge report entitled “Study on Supply Chain & Export Readiness for Organic Farm Products in Sikkim,” prepared by NICDC Logistics Data Services Ltd. (NLDSL). The report aims to outline a strategic roadmap for strengthening Sikkim's organic export ecosystem by enhancing infrastructure, streamlining processes, improving product aggregation, establishing transparent pricing mechanisms, and positioning Sikkim strategically in the market. It emphasizes the need for sustainability,…