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Assam: Kaliabor to observe Zubeen Garg’s birth anniversary as ‘Jatiya Swabhiman Divas’

Kaliabor is gearing up for an elaborate observance of late music icon Zubeen Garg’s 53rd birth anniversary, which will be marked as “Jatiya Swabhiman Divas.” The celebration, being organised for the first time in the maestro’s absence, has drawn statewide participation and emotional resonance among fans and cultural bodies.

RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat arrives in Assam for two-day visit amid centenary celebrations

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Sarsanghchalak Dr Mohan Bhagwat arrived in Assam on Monday, November 17, for a two-day visit, marking an important leg of the organisation’s centenary celebrations.

Assam: 44 workers from Jammu and Kashmir detained in Tinsukia, movement toward border areas raises eyebrows

A group of 44 individuals reportedly from Jammu and Kashmir were detained by local residents near the New Tinsukia Railway Station at Hijuguri, Assam raising fresh questions over the increasing movement of outside labourers toward sensitive border districts of Arunachal Pradesh.

Assam bans inter-district movement of pigs as ASF cases surge across state

The Assam government has imposed an immediate ban on the inter-district movement of live pigs amid an “alarming” spike in African Swine Fever (ASF) cases, officials said on November 17.

What makes this hidden Assam waterfall a Baahubali dream? Assam CM explains

The waterfall in Baahubali, believed to be filmed at Kerala’s Athirappilly Falls, had achieved cult status, symbolizing grandeur and majesty. But Sarma’s post suggested that one need not travel to Southern India to witness such magnificence. Tucked away in the lush highlands of Karbi Anglong, about four hours from Guwahati, lies the Dikrutpi or Bhelughat Waterfall, a destination that transforms into a living painting every monsoon.

Agricultural Tool Bank inaugurated in Assam's Margherita to boost farming infrastructure

In a step toward strengthening rural agricultural infrastructure, an Agricultural Tool Bank was inaugurated at Bhittorpowai, Makumkilla in Margherita. The project has been established with the CSR support of North Eastern Coalfields (NEC), Coal India Limited (CIL), Margherita, aimed at providing much-needed mechanised support to the region’s farming community.

Assam CM set to sign MoU with British Museum to bring back Vrindavani Vastra under loaning arrangement

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that the state is poised for a historic milestone as it prepares to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the British Museum to bring the sacred Vrindavani Vastra back to Assam under a loaning arrangement.

Assam: Student body launches three-day celebration of Zubeen Garg’s 53rd birthday with art event in Bajali

The Bajali District Students’ Union, responding to a statewide call from the All Assam Students’ Union (AASU), inaugurated a three-day celebration of iconic Assamese artist Zubeen Garg’s 53rd birthday at Azad Bhawan on Sunday, November 16. The opening day featured an art event titled “A Day of Colours and Brushes”, organised under the theme “Thought and Creation: Zubeen Garg.”

Student killed as speeding vehicle hits two-wheeler on NH-27 in Assam's Rangia

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor denounces Assam minister’s post linked to 1989 Bhagalpur killings

The Congress MP said the message shared by Singhal — “Bihar approves Gobi farming” alongside a photo of a cauliflower field — had no place in civil political discourse.

GNRC highlights rising epilepsy burden in northeast, experts stress early diagnosis

On the occasion of National Epilepsy Day, GNRC Hospitals held a press conference at its Dispur unit to draw attention to the growing prevalence of epilepsy in Assam and the Northeast, urging the public to recognise symptoms early and seek timely medical care. Senior neurologists and neurosurgeons from GNRC addressed the significant treatment gap, widespread social stigma, and the critical need for heightened awareness.

‘Vulgar and shameful’: Gaurav Gogoi condemns Assam minister’s ‘gobi farming’ post

Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi has sharply criticised Assam Cabinet minister Ashok Singhal for sharing a cauliflower-farming image after the Bihar election results, saying the post represents “a shocking new low in political discourse”.

Assam: 2 dead after massive blaze engulfs post office building's 3rd floor in Guwahati's Bharalumukh

A massive fire broke out on Sunday, November 16 at the Post Office building near Gate No. 8 in Maligaon’s Bharalumukh area, sending panic across the neighbourhood as thick smoke rapidly engulfed the vicinity.

UK tourist group visits Assam's Kakoijana, witnesses endangered Golden Langur in natural habitat

A nine-member tourist group from the United Kingdom visited Kakoijana in Assam’s Bongaigaon district, where they had the rare opportunity to observe the endangered Golden Langur in its natural environment.

Assam Rifles personnel reported missing after boarding train from Manipur

An Assam Rifles personnel, Khanindra Boro, has been reported missing since yesterday, November 15, prompting his family to file an official complaint with the police.

Assam observes 74th Bodo Literary Day celebrating legacy of Bodo Sahitya Sabha

The 74th Bodo Literary Day, also known as Boro Tunlai San, was celebrated with enthusiasm across Assam and neighbouring states today, November 16, marking the foundation day of the Bodo Sahitya Sabha (BSS).

Activists, citizens rally in Guwahati to oppose dog pounding, call for humane and scientific solutions

Citizens, animal feeders and welfare volunteers gathered in Guwahahti's Uzan Bazar to advocate for the protection and humane treatment of community dogs in Guwahati. The gathering highlighted growing public concern over recent discussions linked to the Supreme Court’s observations on stray dog management.

Assam: 10 dance troupes, 100 drums steal the show at annual Wangala Festival in Goalpara

The Fourth Annual Wangala Festival, the signature post-harvest celebration of the Garo community, concluded with splendour at Chutipur in Goalpara district after a two-day cultural showcase held on November 14 and 15. The event was jointly organised by the Garo Cultural Dance Organization and the Garo Students’ Union, bringing together artists, community members and visitors from across Assam and Meghalaya.

Assam: Body of missing 55-year-old man recovered from Boko River

The body of a man reported missing since yesterday, November 15 afternoon was recovered from the Boko River today, November 16. The deceased has been identified as 55-year-old Harmohan Kalita, a resident of Bakarapara in Boko.

Assam: Drug peddler injured in police encounter at Barpeta’s Mailkuchi

A suspected drug trafficker was injured in a police encounter at Mailkuchi village in Assam’s Barpeta district in the early hours of Sunday morning, November 16.

Over 60 cyclists take out rally honouring Zubeen Garg, plant saplings at Zubeen Kshetra

A cycle rally organised by the Sports Authority of India (SAI) reached Zubeen Khetra in Sonapur early this morning of November 16, after commencing from the residence of late music icon Zubeen Garg. The event was held as a tribute to the artist’s lifelong passion for fitness, cycling and sports.