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12 Jun

Assam-Nagaland Pact Aims to Unlock Border Energy Potential

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam and Nagaland have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at facilitating the exploration and utilisation of hydrocarbon resources in their disputed border areas, a move that both states hope will unlock economic potential and benefit local communities as well as the country. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday said the agreement marks an important step towards addressing a long-standing challenge that had hindered the development of natural resources in the border region. Sharing details of the development on social media platform X, Sarma said the Assam-Nagaland boundary dispute had remained a major obstacle in harnessing hydrocarbon…

11 Jun

ADG NCC NER Inspires Cadets At Shooting Training Camp In Guwahati

Paromita EditorAssam

Major General Anurag Vij, additional director general (ADG), NCC North Eastern Region Directorate (NER), Shillong, on Tuesday visited the CATC-14 cum Inter Directorate Sports Shooting Championship (IDSSC) practice camp being conducted by 7 Assam Battalion NCC at the Kahilipara Shooting Range in Guwahati.During the visit, Major General Vij reviewed the ongoing selection and intensive training of the NCC North Eastern Region team for the upcoming IDSSC. He was briefed on the firing schedule, training modules and overall camp arrangements.Demonstrating keen interest in the training standards, the ADG inspected the firing range and participated in live firing to assess the facilities…

11 Jun

Assam Conservationist Dr. Purnima Devi Barman Receives National Geographic Society’s 2026 Wayfinder Award

Paromita EditorAssam

Internationally acclaimed wildlife biologist and conservationist Dr. Purnima Devi Barman of Assam has been named one of the 15 global recipients of the prestigious 2026 Wayfinder Award presented by the National Geographic Society and Kia America. The award recognises outstanding changemakers from across six continents whose work is advancing conservation, science, education and storytelling while inspiring action to protect the planet. Dr. Barman, founder of the globally celebrated Hargila Army movement, was honoured for her more than two decades of pioneering conservation work aimed at protecting the endangered greater adjutant stork (Leptoptilos dubius), locally known as the hargila. Through a…

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…