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28 Apr

First-of-its-Kind Wild Buffalo Translocation Drive Kicks Off Between Assam and MP

Paromita EditorAssam

In a landmark conservation effort, the Assam Forest Department and the Madhya Pradesh Forest Department have begun the translocation of the endangered Asiatic wild water buffalo from Kaziranga Tiger Reserve to Kanha Tiger Reserve, marking the longest wildlife translocation by road within India. The initiative aims to reintroduce the species to its historic range in Central India, where it has been locally extinct for over a century. These megaherbivores play a vital ecological role as “grassland engineers,” helping manage tall grasses and enhancing biodiversity in grassland ecosystems. The Asiatic wild water buffalo (Bubalus arnee), listed under Schedule I of the…

28 Apr

New field gear helps protect Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary

nanika EditorAssam

In a move to bolster the safety and operational efficiency of frontline conservationists, the biodiversity organization Aaranyak, in collaboration with Kirloskar Brothers Ltd, has provided essential field equipment to the forest staff of the Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary. The distribution event, held on April 25, aims to support those on the front lines protecting the sanctuary’s renowned population of the greater one-horned rhinoceros. The Aaranyak Rhino Research and Conservation Division (RRCD) led the effort, which included giving away 25 high-quality water filters and 50 rechargeable flashlights. These supplies were given to forest workers who work in the sanctuary's difficult terrain, where…

28 Apr

Political Row Erupts in Sivasagar: Milan Buragohain Denies Extortion, Threat Charges Amid Police Inquiry

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

A political controversy has surfaced in Assam’s Sivasagar district after a Bharatiya Janata Party leader filed a complaint accusing a student body leader of financial misconduct, extortion, and criminal intimidation. The allegations, however, have been strongly denied by the accused, who has described the claims as false and politically motivated.The complaint was lodged at the Sivasagar Sadar Police Station against All Tai Ahom Students’ Union faction president Milan Buragohain by BJP leader Lachit Gogoi.According to the complaint, Gogoi alleged that Buragohain had borrowed a total amount of Rs 15.50 lakh from him. He claimed that although Rs 1.50 lakh was…

28 Apr

Assam HS Final Results Announced: Over 3.22 Lakh Students Appear, Strong Show Across All Streams

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The results of the Higher Secondary Final Examination in Assam were declared by the Assam Higher Secondary Education Council on April 27, with students across the state recording an overall pass percentage of 81.54 per cent this year.The results showed strong performances in all four streams, with the Science stream emerging as the best-performing category. According to the figures released by the council, the Science stream recorded a pass percentage of 89.79 per cent. The Commerce stream followed with 81.13 per cent, while the Arts stream registered a pass percentage of 79.54 per cent. The Vocational stream recorded 74.20 per…

28 Apr

Assam HS Results 2026 Out: 81.54% Students Pass

riya EditorAssam

The Assam Higher Secondary Education Council has declared the results of the Higher Secondary (HS) Final Examinations 2026, with an overall pass percentage of 81.54% across all streams. Among the streams, Science recorded the highest pass percentage at 89.79%, followed by Commerce at 81.13%, Arts at 79.54%, and Vocational at 74.20%. In the Arts stream, Baksa district topped with an impressive pass percentage of 94.29%, while Chirang district secured the second position with 92.99%. A total of 1,91,798 students passed in the Arts stream, including 54,755 in first division, 79,181 in second division, and 57,862 in third division. In the…

28 Apr

Scientists Discover Unusual Fish Species in Goralpara Depths

riya EditorAssam

In a significant addition to Assam’s biodiversity, researchers have discovered a rare species of fish from the deep underground waters of Goralpara district. The discovery has been described as unique due to the fish’s distinct physical characteristics and habitat. The research was conducted jointly by scientists from Gauhati University, Cotton University, and Manipur University. According to the researchers, the fish does not inhabit regular rivers or ponds but survives in underground water systems, making it highly unusual. The newly discovered species lacks eyesight and pigmentation, features commonly associated with organisms adapted to dark, subterranean environments. Scientists noted that such species…

28 Apr

‘Zubeen Seuj Chapori’: Youngsters Create Eco Tribute to Zubeen Garg on Brahmaputra

riya EditorAssam

In a unique green initiative to honor the legacy of Assam’s beloved artist Zubeen Garg, a group of youths and local residents in Teok’s Jajimukh have transformed a vast sandbank of the Brahmaputra River into a growing forest, naming it “Zubeen Seuj Chapori. Carrying slogans such as “Joy Zubeen Da, may Zubeen Da remain immortal,” “Only if trees survive, humans survive,” and “One tree, one life,” the initiative aims to preserve the memory of the iconic artist while promoting afforestation and ecological restoration in the erosion-prone Sagunpara area. The river island, shaped by the shifting course of the Brahmaputra, was…

28 Apr

Assam Poll Body Checks Strong Rooms, Counting Centers for Security, Readiness

riya EditorAssam

Assam Chief Electoral Officer Anurag Goel has visited multiple districts to inspect the strong rooms and counting centers and assess the overall arrangements ahead of vote counting for the Assam Assembly elections on May 4. During his visit, Goel reviewed the arrangements within the counting halls, assessed the overall security measures at the counting centers, and examined other critical aspects to ensure a smooth, transparent, and secure counting process. Notably, a training programme for district election officers, returning officers and election officers was held here on Saturday in order to ensure smooth conduct of the vote counting process. Organized under…

27 Apr

Assam Police Bust Illegal Betting Den in Tinsukia, Cash Seized

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Police have busted an alleged gambling racket operating from a house in Digboi town of Tinsukia district and arrested six people, including an employee of Indian Oil Corporation Limited, officials said. The operation was carried out by a police team under the supervision of Co-District Superintendent of Police Himangshu Gohain after officers received specific information about gambling activities allegedly taking place in the area. According to police sources, the raid was conducted at a house located in Lachit Nagar along the Digboi–Pengaree Road under the jurisdiction of Digboi Police Station. Investigators said the suspected gambling operation had reportedly been…

27 Apr

Tezpur Researcher Brings Global Honour to Assam with University Innovator Award

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Young scientist Dr Shekhar Suman Bora from Assam has brought international recognition to the state after receiving the prestigious ‘University Innovator Award’ at the 2026 Texas Innovation Conference & Awards held in the United States.The achievement has drawn praise from several quarters, including Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who described the recognition as a proud moment for both Assam and the country.In a message shared on social media on April 26, the Chief Minister congratulated Dr Bora and said the award reflected the growing role of Indian researchers and scientists in global scientific innovation. He said achievements like this…