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In a significant archaeological breakthrough in Assam's Dima Hasao district, researchers have unearthed a substantial collection of artefacts at Embriusa village, specifically in the Dehangi area. The excavation, led by Dr. Shringdao Langthasa from the Archaeology Department of Dima Hasao, revealed various objects including handmade pottery shards, wheel-made pottery fragments, metal items such as a dao and arrowheads, as well as bangles, ornaments, a probable spearhead, charcoal remnants, bone fragments, and beads. These artefacts have been transferred to the District Museum in Haflong for further documentation and examination. This excavation was conducted in collaboration with the District Museum and under…

The Assam Legislative Assembly was informed that there are currently 2,670 single-teacher primary schools, over 13,000 schools without permanent headmasters, and numerous subject teacher vacancies throughout the state's education system. Education Minister Ranoj Pegu reported that while no government primary schools will operate without teachers in the 2025-26 academic year, the existing data reveals significant staffing and infrastructure deficits. A total of 4,041 five-class schools has five or more teachers, while only 5,083 possess adequate classroom space. Among the 13,614 primary and 3,402 upper primary schools lacking permanent headmasters, vacancies for subject teachers are substantial, with 4,805 vacancies in upper…

On Thursday, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi, chairperson of the Screening Committee, addressed the resignation of former Assam PCC president Bhupen Borah, deemphasizing its political significance by stating that party-switching before elections is typical in Indian politics. Speaking to the media in Guwahati, Gandhi asserted that the Congress party maintains strong leadership in Assam, emphasizing its unity and readiness to engage effectively in the upcoming Assembly elections. She described the election as a "battle" with confidence in the party's success, detailing plans for consultations over ticket distribution to ensure a robust and organized electoral campaign. Furthermore, Gandhi was actively involved in…