Assam - The Purbottar

02 Nov

Iit-guwahati ties up with centre for high technology to strengthen research, innovation in energy, hydrocarbon sectors

Paromita EditorAssam

Indian Institute of Technology-Guwahati (IIT-G) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Centre for High Technology (CHT), a dedicated technology cell of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) for the hydrocarbon sector, to promote education, research and innovation in petroleum refining, petrochemicals, critical minerals and energy.A key component of the MoU is the CHT–IITG Research Fellowship Programme. Up to three PhD scholars will be selected every year as CHT–IITG Research Fellows, with a maximum of ten fellows supported at any time.Each fellow will be jointly guided by an IIT Guwahati faculty supervisor and a co-supervisor/mentor from…

01 Nov

Centre of Excellence to be Set Up at IIT Guwahati for Semiconductor ATMP Training

Preeti SinghAssam

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tata Electronics Private Limited to strengthen semiconductor Assembly, Testing, Marking and Packaging (ATMP) education, skill development, and research in India. As part of the collaboration, a Centre of Excellence (CoE) will be established at the IIT Guwahati campus to develop industry-ready talent and promote advanced research in semiconductor packaging technologies. The partnership aims to address the growing demand for skilled professionals in the semiconductor sector by introducing industry-aligned educational and training programmes. It is also expected to strengthen the semiconductor talent ecosystem in Assam and…

31 Oct

Hailakandi’s Katlicherra hosts run for unity to spread message of brotherhood

barnalighosh EditorAssam

In line with the rest of the country, the administration in Katlicherra of Hailakandi district organized a 'Run for Unity' march on the occasion of the 151st birth anniversary of the Iron Man Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. People from various walks of life spontaneously participated in the program organized to spread the message of unity and integrity. Representatives of various clubs and social organizations participated in this event along with the NSS unit of Katlicherra SK Roy College, members of Village Defence Party (VDP) and the 21st Battalion. The run started from the Katlicherra Police Station premises. After covering the main…

31 Oct

Assam CM directs ministers to involve local MLAs during field visits

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has directed his Ministers to involve the local MLAs during their field visits.The directive was issued after it was noticed that on certain occasions the local MLA was not invited during field visits by Ministers."It has been observed that during certain field visits undertaken by Ministers, the concerned Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) representing the constituencies are not always intimated or involved. As a matter of good practice, Ministers may ensure that the local MLAs are informed in advance of their visits to the respective constituencies," the official order said."Further, in case of…

30 Oct

Guwahati hospitality sector set for growth with Taj group hotels

barnalighosh EditorAssam

Guwahati is set to welcome three new hotels under the Taj, Gateway and Ginger brands, following a partnership between Adani Airport Holdings Limited and Tata Group’s Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL). Announced on October 29, the agreement includes eight hotels with over 2,000 rooms across four Indian cities. The three proposed hotels in Guwahati will cater to business travellers, tourists and transit passengers, strengthening the city's hospitality sector and its position as a major gateway to Northeast India. The hotels will be developed by Adani Airports and operated by IHCL. Specific locations and opening dates are yet to be announced.Make…

30 Oct

Outrage after bail to two accused in Zubeen Garg case, CID to move supreme court

barnalighosh EditorAssam

All Assam Students' Union (AASU) will once again take to the streets demanding justice for beloved artiste Zubeen Garg. The organization has decided to take out a massive candlelight procession from Doomdooma town playground in Tinsukia district today, Thursday, at 5 pm. The district unit of the student body has organized this protest march following the call of the central committee. There has been a strong reaction after the Gauhati High Court recently granted bail to two of the seven accused in the case related to the artiste's mysterious death. Accused singer Amritprava Mahanta got bail on October 9 and…

30 Oct

Conservation Geneticist Udayan Borthakur Elected Fellow of the Prestigious Linnean Society of London

Preeti SinghAssam, India, Latest

Udayan Borthakur, a noted conservation geneticist from Assam, has been elected a Fellow of the Linnean Society of London (FLS), one of the world's oldest and most respected scientific societies devoted to natural history, established in 1788. With more than two decades of experience in wildlife research, Borthakur founded the Wildlife Genetics Laboratory (WGL) at Aaranyak in 2008. The laboratory has been at the forefront of applying DNA technology to wildlife conservation and forensic investigations across Northeast India. His research has focused on several endangered and threatened species, including the greater one-horned rhinoceros, tiger, Asian elephant, leopard, and the White-bellied…

30 Oct

VC Nani Gopal Mahanta, Aaranyak Chief Bibhab Talukdar Present at Signing

Preeti SinghAssam

The Department of Communication and Journalism at Gauhati University on Thursday signed a Letter of Agreement (LoA) with the Public Relations and Communication Cell (PRCC) of Aaranyak to strengthen collaboration in communication, journalism, professional training and knowledge exchange. The agreement was formally signed at a function held in the department in the presence of Gauhati University Vice-Chancellor Prof. Nani Gopal Mahanta, Aaranyak Founder Secretary General and Executive Director Dr. Bibhab Kumar Talukdar, faculty members, noted journalist Mrinal Talukdar and other dignitaries. The initiative was spearheaded by Prof. Ankuran Dutta, Head of the Department of Communication and Journalism, and Bijay Sankar…

29 Oct

Allegations of excise officials patronising illegal liquor traders in Hailakandi

barnalighosh EditorAssam

Serious allegations have surfaced over the illegal liquor trade in Hailakandi district. Locals have alleged that illegal liquor business is being carried out openly in Dholai 6 No. Block, Dholai Bagan Gram Panchayat area and Ekadash Malichara area under Katlicherra Police Station. What is even more worrying is that liquor bottles are allegedly being sold to minors, ignoring the age limit fixed by the government. Local residents claim that this has led to growing unrest in many families in the area. According to locals, a section of young boys has become addicted to alcohol. This is also affecting family life.…

29 Oct

Assam health minister calls for healthcare overhaul in cachar; bats for active health clubs in schools

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam Minister for Health and Family Welfare Ashok Singhal on Wednesday visited Silchar, where he inspected major healthcare institutions and reviewed the functioning of Silchar Medical College and Hospital (SMCH) and the Health Department in Cachar district. During the visit, he emphasised the need to improve the quality of medical services, strengthen healthcare infrastructure, promote preventive healthcare practices and ensure greater accountability in public health administration. The Minister began the day's programme with a visit to Satindra Mohan Dev Civil Hospital, where he inspected various departments and took stock of the facilities and services available to patients. During his interaction…