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07 Jan

Assam is getting ready for the anticipated Bihu

Banasree SarkarAssambihu

Villagers in Batiapara, in the Bongaigaon district, are doing everything they can to celebrate the holiday in the most traditional manner as Assam prepares for the much anticipated Bihu festival. Construction is almost finished on the community's customary "bhelaghor" (temporary hut) in anticipation of the Uruka night, when families assemble for the lavish feast. The Assamese New Year begins with the agricultural celebration of Bihu, which has strong ties to the farming community. For the people of Batiapara, the celebration of this event is about more than just food and revelry; it's about respecting rural customs and coming together as…

21 Apr

Celebrate Bihu with Kalyan Jewellers

Business Correspondent0 CommentsAssam, Businessbihu, kalyan Jewellers

Kalyan Jewellers has introduced the Sankalp line of jewellery in Assam. This handcrafted yellow gold collection is reflective of the golden Bihu sun and comes with beautiful meenakari detailing. Kalyan Jewellers has also announced the special Summer Bonanza Offer which will ensure that shoppers this season are able to get maximum value on their jewellery purchases, across categories from gold to diamond to uncut and precious stone jewellery. The new offer allows patrons to register instant savings on every gram with the discounted gold rate. Customers can additionally avail of a flat 25% off on making charges across all design…

12 Apr

Vi curates special Rongali Bihu playlists

Business Correspondent0 CommentsBusiness, Indiabihu, Hungama Music, Jorhat, vi

Vi in partnership with Hungama Music has curated special playlists of Assamese songs that herald the Assamese New Year. These playlists are available to all Vi customers on Hungama Music on the Vi App. Vi offers 6 monthly premium subscription of Hungama Music at no extra cost to all Vi users on Vi App. Vi customers can access the Rongali Bihu playlists containing popular Assamese songs that have been put together for their listening pleasure. Vi customers in Guwahati, Tezpur, and Jorhat can further enhance their festive joy by visiting select Vi stores in Guwahati, Tezpur and Jorhat between 11th…

13 Apr

PRE RONGALI BIHU AT HAYAT SUPER SPECIALTY HOSPITAL

editor0 CommentsAssam, HealthAssam, bihu, festival, Health, hospital, INDIA

Hayat Super Specialty Hospital Guwahati, the leading hospital in Assam, celebrates the pre-Rongali Bihu from 10.30 am today. Held at the hospital premises, the Pre-Rongali Bihu celebration was held among the doctors, nurses, staff and patients and guardians of the patients. The hospital authorities said that this pre-Rangali Bihu is organized so that the joy of Bihu does not fade away even if he has to stay away from home for treatment during Bihu. Guests at the event include Music Director cum Singer Chandan Das, popular singer Dimpy Sonwal and journalists from various news organizations. At the end of the…