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13 Jan

Veteran Assamese Musician Samar Hazarika Dies on Uruka, Leaving Cultural Circles in Mourning

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assamese singer Samar Hazarika, younger brother of legendary music icon Bhupen Hazarika, passed away late Monday night at his residence in Nijarapara, Guwahati. He had been suffering from prolonged illness for some time, family members said. The news of his death came on Uruka, a day traditionally associated with joy and celebration, but it instead brought grief to the cultural circles of the state. Artists, music lovers and well-wishers expressed deep sorrow over the loss of a singer who remained closely tied to Assamese musical traditions. Samar Hazarika began his journey in music in 1960 and gradually built a quiet…

13 Jan

As Uruka celebrations get underway ahead of Magh Bihu, fish markets around Assam are overflowing

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

As Assam prepares to celebrate Uruka, the traditional eve of Magh Bihu, fish markets across the state witnessed an extraordinary rush from late Monday night, reflecting the deep cultural importance of the festival. From Guwahati to remote district towns, people turned out in large numbers to buy fish for the customary Uruka feast, a night that marks togetherness, abundance and shared meals before the harvest festival. In Guwahati, fish markets remained crowded well past midnight. The Uzan Bazar fish market became one of the main centres of activity, with buyers lining up to purchase fish brought in from different parts…

13 Jan

Renowned Assamese Singer Samar Hazarika Passes Away

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Eminent Assamese singer Samar Hazarika, younger brother of cultural icon Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, passed away on Tuesday morning at his residence in Nizarapar, Guwahati. He had been suffering from pneumonia for a prolonged period. Samar Hazarika began his musical career in 1960 and went on to sing several memorable songs for Assamese films. Over the years, he also released multiple music albums, earning him wide appreciation among music lovers. His demise has created a deep void in Assam’s cultural and musical landscape, with fans, artists, and members of the cultural fraternity mourning the loss of a cherished voice. His last…

13 Jan

SC Grants Bail to NSCN(IM) Leader Alemla Jamir After Six Years in Jail

Sonakshi SarkarNews

The Supreme Court on Monday granted bail to NSCN(IM) leader Alemla Jamir, who had spent more than six years in custody under the stringent provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). Jamir was arrested by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) on December 17, 2019, after she was stopped at Delhi airport while attempting to travel to Dimapur with around ₹72 lakh in cash. A bench comprising Justice M.M. Sundresh and Justice N. Kotiswar Singh passed the order, noting that a significant portion of the trial had already been completed and several witnesses had been examined. The Court also considered…

12 Jan

AIIMS Guwahati Observes 6th Institute Day with Grand Celebrations

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Guwahati today celebrated its 6th Institute Day on its campus with great enthusiasm. The event witnessed the participation of students, faculty members, officers, staff and nursing officers of AIIMS Guwahati along with eminent dignitaries from various organizations.Addressing the gathering Prof. Ashok Puranik, Executive Director, AIIMS Guwahati reflected on the Institute’s journey from its initial functioning at the temporary campus in Gauhati Medical College to the present permanent campus at Changsari. He highlighted the significant milestones achieved by the Institute over the past five years in the core areas of quality medical education,…

12 Jan

PURABI DAIRY CELEBRATES FOOTPRINT EXPANSION WITH PRE-MAGH BIHU EVENT

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Northeast India’s largest dairy cooperative, Purabi Dairy, celebrated pre-Magh Bihu at its dairy processing plant in Guwahati on Monday, marking a year of strong growth, wider farmer participation and expanding presence across Assam’s dairy landscape.Addressing mediapersons during the event, officials of the West Assam Milk Producers’ Cooperative Union Ltd (WAMUL) highlighted that Purabi Dairy has grown from strength to strength over the past year, registering significant increase in milk production and procurement, along with steady expansion of its cooperative network.The number of Dairy Cooperative Societies (DCS) under Purabi has increased during the year, while the cooperative dairy system has also…

12 Jan

Samsung, Netflix roll out free ‘Stranger Things’ theme for Galaxy users ahead of final season

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As the globally popular series Stranger Things draws to a close, Samsung Electronics and Netflix have announced a special collaboration for fans across the world. From January 12, Samsung Galaxy users in 186 countries can download an exclusive “Stranger Things” theme and wallpapers from the Galaxy Store at no extra cost. The offer is available for a limited time to users who download or launch the Netflix app. The special theme is inspired by Season 5 of the series and includes one custom theme and five wallpapers featuring well-known characters and settings such as Hawkins and the eerie Upside Down.…

12 Jan

Grand Celebrations as AIIMS Guwahati Observes Its 6th Institute Day

Sonakshi SarkarGuwahati

Today, the Sixth Institute Day was enthusiastically celebrated on the campus of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Guwahati. Along with distinguished dignitaries from various organizations, AIIMS Guwahati students, teachers, officers, staff, and nursing officers participated in the occasion.Speaking to the audience, Prof. Ashok Puranik, Executive Director of AIIMS Guwahati, discussed the Institute's development from its first temporary location at Gauhati Medical College to its current permanent campus in Changsari. He outlined the Institute's noteworthy accomplishments during the previous five years in the fundamental domains of patient care, high-quality medical education, and health-focused research. Stressing that Institute Day…

12 Jan

Coca-Cola brings FIFA World Cup Trophy back to India after 12 years ahead of 2026 event

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The original FIFA World Cup Trophy returned to India after a gap of twelve years as part of the FIFA World Cup™ Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola, ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026™. The Tour marks another milestone in Coca-Cola’s long-standing partnership with FIFA, spanning over five decades. The Tour began with a FIFA Charter Landing, followed by the official unveiling of the Trophy at Taj Mahal Hotel. The event was attended by Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya, FIFA legend Gilberto D’Silva, sports historian Boria Majumdar, and senior leadership from Coca-Cola India and Southwest Asia. Addressing…

12 Jan

Allied Blenders appoints Scotch whisky veteran Martin Leonard to guide single malt push

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Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited (ABD), India’s largest domestic spirits company by volume, has appointed globally renowned Scotch whisky expert Dr. Martin Leonard as Consultant to advise on the commissioning of its malt distillery and the company’s foray into single malt whisky. Leonard brings over three decades of experience across distillation, maturation, blending, bottling and supply chain operations in the global Scotch whisky industry. He most recently served as Managing Director of Inver House Distillers, where he oversaw five single malt distilleries in Scotland and managed inventories exceeding 600,000 casks. He has also chaired the Scotch Whisky Research Institute and…