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21 Sep

Regional capacity building workshop on mental health, resilience, well-being concludes at iit-guwahati

Paromita EditorAssam

A two-day Regional Capacity Building Workshop on Positive Mental Health, Resilience and Wellbeing concluded at the Indian Institute of Technology-Guwahati (IIT-G) on Monday.The workshop focused on translating a shared understanding of mental health and wellbeing policies into practical institutional action.Organised under the Teacher Connect Programme of the Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Programme (MMTTP) of the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, Government of India, the event brought together more than 100 participants from 28 higher education institutions across the North East and the Delhi region.The initiative brought together faculty members, institutional leaders, hostel wardens, student welfare and hostel management…

21 Sep

Ramraikuti Satra Hosts Religious Observances to Honour Srimanta Sankardev’s Legacy

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Devotees and pilgrims gathered at the historic Ramraikuti Satra in Satrasal in Assam’s Dhubri district on September 21 to observe the 573rd Janma Jayanti and Tithi of Mahapurush Srimanta Sankardev. The annual religious observance at the centuries-old Satra included prayers, devotional programmes and a congregational Naam procession through nearby villages. Many devotees took part in the procession barefoot as it passed through Borohati, Rampurihati, Chararpar, Chatam and Nawhati before returning to the Satra. Devotees chanted Naam associated with the Ekasarana Dharma propagated by Srimanta Sankardev during the procession. On returning to the Satra, they offered prayers and paid homage to…

20 Sep

Fortnightly Entrepreneurship Initiative Kicks Off in Guwahati to Boost Regional Self-Reliance

Preeti SinghAssam

A new entrepreneurial initiative aimed at connecting innovative business ideas, entrepreneurs, investors and strategic capital was launched in Guwahati on September 19, bringing together entrepreneurs, startup founders, investors, bankers and innovators from Assam and neighbouring states. The initiative was led by Kunal Barthakur, an MBA graduate from the University of Chester, UK, and Venture Builder and Founder of the MVB Group. It was designed as a platform for entrepreneurs to exchange ideas, explore collaboration opportunities and connect with potential investors and strategic partners. The event began with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp, followed by a musical tribute to Assam's…

20 Sep

Century-Old Heritage Revived: CM Sarma Fulfils 2021 Promise with Tamarhat Temple Inauguration

Preeti SinghAssam

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday inaugurated the reconstructed Sarbajanin Sri Sri Durga Temple at Tamarhat in Dhubri district in Assam, which has a history spanning over a century.Addressing the gathering on the occasion, Chief Minister Sarma said that the Durga Temple at Tamarhat is not merely a place of worship but a century old symbol of heritage, harmony and spirituality for the entire region. Referring to the fact that the historic puja at Tamarhat began in 1919, the year of the tragic Jallianwala Bagh massacre, he said that the puja initially began under a thatched structure and was…

19 Sep

Nagaon By-Poll: 15 Candidates in Fray After Scrutiny and Withdrawals; Voting on Oct 6

Preeti SinghAssam

Out of a total of 25 nomination papers filed for the Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election, 18 have been declared valid. On Saturday, three candidates withdrew their nominations, leaving 15 candidates in the fray. The main contenders are BJP candidate Debashish Sharma, AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal, and Congress candidate Shivamani Bora. Congress candidate Shivamani Bora alleged, "People are being intimidated if they do not show support for the BJP. They are being told they will be implicated in false cases, creating an atmosphere of fear among voters." BJP candidate Debashish Sharma expressed faith in the wisdom of the voters, stating, "The…

19 Sep

Gateway to ASEAN: Assam CM Projects State as Full-Stack Semiconductor Destination

Preeti SinghAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma urged investors and industry stakeholders to explore the emerging opportunities in Assam’s semiconductor ecosystem, particularly with the Tata Electronics semiconductor assembly, testing and packaging (OSAT) facility at Jagiroad scheduled for commissioning in December this year.Interacting with industrialists and other stakeholders on the sidelines of SEMICON India 2026 at Yashobhoomi in the national capital, the Chief Minister said the State Government was making every effort to ensure the success of the Tata OSAT facility through enabling policies, institutional support and investor-friendly frameworks.Sarma said the semiconductor ecosystem was expanding rapidly, opening up new avenues for innovation,…

19 Sep

CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Joins Blood Donation Drive as Assam Observes Zubeen Divas

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam marked the first death anniversary of legendary singer and cultural icon Zubeen Garg on Saturday with musical tributes, remembrance programmes, and blood donation drives held across the state as part of the observance of “Zubeen Divas.” Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma participated in a blood donation camp at Vajpayee Bhawan, the BJP headquarters in Guwahati, joining party workers in paying tribute to the late artiste through an act of public service. Speaking on the occasion, Sarma said the BJP had organized blood donation camps across Assam to commemorate the day. "Today is the first death anniversary of our beloved…

19 Sep

₹800 Crore Bet on India’s Rivers: Assam-Based ABN Partners with Scenic Group for Luxury Cruise Expansion

Preeti SinghAssam

Assam’s river tourism sector is set for a major transformation as global luxury cruise operator Scenic Group plans to invest around ₹750-800 crore over the next decade in partnership with Assam Bengal Navigation to expand luxury river cruising on the Ganga and Brahmaputra rivers. The announcement was made by Union Ports, Shipping and Waterways Minister Sarbananda Sonowal following a meeting in New Delhi with a delegation from Scenic Group led by founder and chairman Glen Moroney and Assam Bengal Navigation Managing Director Ashish Phookan. Sonowal said the partnership would help elevate India’s river-cruise sector to international standards and position the…

19 Sep

Assam’s Revised Tea Incentive Scheme Boosts GTAC-Linked CTC Tea Exports

Paromita EditorAssam

The Guwahati Tea Auction Centre (GTAC) has welcomed the Assam Government’s revised Assam Tea Industries Special Incentives Scheme (ATISIS), 2020, describing it as a major step towards strengthening the state’s tea industry and enhancing the role of the Guwahati auction system in domestic and international markets. The revised scheme, notified on September 18, introduces a ₹3 per kg export incentive for Single Origin Assam Quality CTC Tea. The incentive aims to offset the higher logistics costs faced by Assam's tea industry, including inland transportation, container repositioning and terminal handling expenses associated with being a landlocked state. A key feature of…

18 Sep

RGU Honours Zubeen Garg on Zubeen Diwas; Wife Garima Plants Nahor Sapling on Campus

Preeti SinghAssam

The Assam Royal Global University (RGU) in Guwahati observed Zubeen Diwas on Friday to honour the enduring presence, music and legacy of legendary artiste Zubeen Garg.The programme commenced with a deeply symbolic gesture as Garima Saikia Garg, wife of Zubeen Garg, planted a Nahor sapling on the university campus.Organised by the Dr. Bhupen Hazarika Centre for Creativity (DBHCC), the programme was graced by Garima Saikia Garg, Dr. A. K. Pansari, Chancellor, RGU, and members of the university community, who came together to celebrate Zubeen Garg’s remarkable artistic journey and his immense contribution to Assamese music and culture.In his welcome address,…