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10 Jun

Jorhat’s Abhijnyan Gogoi to Represent Assam at Sub-Junior Boxing Nationals After 7 Months’ Training

Preeti SinghAssam

Through sheer dedication, Abhijnyan Gogoi, a promising boxing trainee from Jorhat, has managed to shine in just seven months. A trainee of the Jorhat District Boxing Association, Abhijnyan Gogoi has brought pride to Jorhat by getting selected to represent the state in the national boxing tournament after only seven months of training.Abhijnyan Gogoi will represent the state in the under-15 years, 67 kg category at the Sub-Junior National Boxing Championship to be held in Jalandhar, Punjab, from June 22. It is worth mentioning that he earned the opportunity to represent the state after participating in a two-day selection camp held…

10 Jun

Four Jail Employees Arrested for Allegedly Smuggling Mobile Phones, Drugs into Sribhumi District Jail

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam Police have arrested four employees of the Sribhumi District Jail for allegedly facilitating the entry of mobile phones and narcotic substances into the correctional facility, officials said on Wednesday. The arrested individuals include two assistant jailers and two warders. They have been identified as Rudra Deori, Subhasish Ghosh, Masid Ali Laskar and Biswajit Baruah. The arrests follow an extensive investigation launched after a surprise raid conducted at the district jail on February 2. During the operation, authorities recovered 29 mobile phones, along with SIM cards, chargers and several other prohibited items from different sections of the prison. The raid…

10 Jun

Tezpur litchi of Assam draws praise from High Commissioner of Singapore to India

Paromita EditorAssam

The High Commissioner of Singapore to India, HC Wong, has heaped praise on Tezpur litchi of Assam and added that it is selling fast in his country."Enjoying very much my #Assam #tezpur #litchi. Many thanks to Hon CM @himantabiswa for introducing Singapore to this variety of sweet litchi. It is selling fast in Singapore. Export more please," Wong posted on X.Responding to his post, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma wrote: "Thank you, HC Wong. I am delighted to know that Tezpur litchis are finding so many admirers in Singapore. We will make sure the next shipment arrives before they…

10 Jun

Gajraj Corps Inspires 550 NCC Cadets with Motivational Weapon Display at Nalbari.

Paromita EditorAssam

The Indian Army, under the aegis of Red Horns Division, Gajraj Corps, conducted a Motivational Weapon Display on 10 June 2026 for 550 NCC cadets undergoing Combined Annual Training Camp CATC-42 of 1 Assam Battalion NCC, Guwahati Group at JNV Nalbari. The display showcased the latest infantry weapons, small arms and equipment currently in service with the Armed Forces. Troops from Gajraj Corps explained technical features, operational use and maintenance, giving cadets practical insight into the modernization of the Indian Army. The event aimed to foster a deeper appreciation for the dedication and sacrifices of soldiers while inspiring youth towards…

10 Jun

Assam Tops India in Japanese Encephalitis Deaths, Accounts for 62% of National Fatalities

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam has recorded the highest number of deaths due to Japanese Encephalitis (JE) in India over the past nine years, accounting for nearly 62 per cent of all fatalities reported across the country during the period.According to data from the National Centre for Vector Borne Diseases Control (NCVBDC), Assam reported 3,767 positive JE cases between 2018 and March 2026. During the same period, the state recorded 609 deaths, while the rest of India reported 376 deaths, highlighting Assam’s continued vulnerability to the mosquito-borne disease.In 2018, Assam registered 509 JE cases and 94 deaths. The situation worsened in 2019, when the…

10 Jun

Nagaon’s Neelakshi Saikia Becomes National Boxing Referee

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Neelakshi Saikia has created history by becoming the first woman from Nagaon district to qualify as a national boxing referee, marking a significant achievement for the district's sporting community and women's participation in sports officiating. Saikia earned the distinction after successfully clearing the National Referee Examination conducted during the recently concluded Kaziranga Rhino Cup Professional Boxing League held at Golaghat Stadium. The achievement has been widely welcomed by athletes, coaches and sports enthusiasts across Nagaon, who described it as a proud moment for the district and an important milestone in the growth of boxing in Assam. The Kaziranga Rhino Cup…

10 Jun

EU Delegation Explores Investment Opportunities in Assam and Northeast India

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Ministry of External Affairs Secretary (West) Sibi George has said that Assam is emerging as an important destination for global investment and holds a unique position in India's engagement with East and Southeast Asian countries under the Act East Policy. Speaking during the visit of a high-level European Union delegation to Guwahati on June 9, George said Assam has become one of the key pillars of India's efforts to strengthen international partnerships and economic cooperation with countries in the eastern region. Referring to India's foreign policy approach, George said the country's engagement with the East has expanded significantly over the…

09 Jun

Assam Royal Global University Inks Pact With Sashastra Seema Bal In Delhi

Paromita EditorAssam

In a significant step towards strengthening its commitment to nation-building through education, The Assam Royal Global University (RGU) on Monday signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) at the Director General Headquarters in New Delhi.The agreement was formally signed by Somit Joshi, Inspector General (Administration), on behalf of SSB, and Prof. (Dr.) D. N. Singh, Registrar (Administration), on behalf of RGU.The signing ceremony was attended by Rajesh Tikku, Deputy Inspector General (Administration), Commandant Shankar Singh, Deputy Commandant Sunil Kumar, and other senior officials of SSB.Speaking on the occasion, Somit Joshi described the collaboration as…

09 Jun

Assam, EU Launch Blue Valley Cluster to Boost Investment, Innovation and Industrial Cooperation

Paromita EditorAssam

The Government of Assam and the Delegation of the European Union to India on Tuesday launched the Blue Valley Cluster in Guwahati, a flagship initiative aimed at strengthening economic cooperation between Europe and Northeast India in the sectors of flavours, fragrances and AYUSH, while promoting investment, innovation and industrial collaboration. The initiative was launched in the presence of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, EU Ambassador to India Hervé Delphin, Ministry of External Affairs Secretary (West) Sibi George, Belgium's Ambassador to India Didier Vanderhasselt and representatives of the Federation of European Business in India (FEBI). The launch marks a significant…

09 Jun

Assam Strengthens Indo-EU Ties as Chief Minister Hosts European Union Delegation

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma welcomed a high-level European Union (EU) delegation to Guwahati and held a series of discussions aimed at strengthening economic cooperation, trade partnerships and strategic linkages between India and Europe. The delegation, led by European Union Ambassador to India Herve Delphin, is visiting Assam under the "Team Europe" initiative to explore opportunities for collaboration across a range of sectors critical to sustainable economic growth and investment. During the meeting, Chief Minister Sarma highlighted Assam's growing role as an investment destination and discussed how the state can contribute to deepening India-European Union partnerships under the leadership…