Beyond the Headlines: The man behind many of Morigaon’s most memorable images
Jun 25, 2026Long before the first rays of the sun touch the earth, Dipankar Nath can often be seen setting out with a camera slung over his shoulder, ready to capture stories unfolding around him.
No Call from Kanchenjunga — When Rejection Becomes a Journey of Self-Discovery
Jun 22, 2026Harsh Prakash's book follows Arya after a job rejection into Sikkim and the Northeast. The journey turns disappointment into a reflection on identity, peace and self-worth.
How this Assam rider took a merit award scooty to the roof of Arunachal
Jun 18, 2026A 21-year-old from Assam rode a state-sponsored scooty to Gongkar La Lake in Arunachal Pradesh. The ride through rain, fog and ice underscored his resolve despite minimal gear and repeated warnings.
This Assam Author Explores the Mystery of Divine Energy
Jun 10, 2026Sravana Borkataky-Varma and Anya Foxen's The Serpent's Tale traces Kundalini through Assam's living traditions and serpent symbolism. The book places a complex spiritual history within a modern global conversation without imposing judgment.
The Gen Z Capital — Reimagining capitalism through the eyes of a new generation
May 31, 2026The Gen Z Capital by Dr Nayan Jyoti Hazarika presents a thoughtful critique of capitalism from Generation Z’s perspective. It calls for an inclusive, ethical economic model that balances growth with human and environmental well-being.
A Forbidden Love in Colonial India
May 29, 2026Reenita M. Hora's Vermilion Harvest follows Aruna Duggal and Ayaz as their forbidden bond takes shape in 1919 Amritsar. The romance unfolds against communal tension, political upheaval and the shadow of impending tragedy.
Assam’s presence at Cannes 2026 highlights northeast identity through fashion
May 21, 2026Indian couturier Manish Malhotra brought Assamese cultural inspiration to the global stage at the Cannes Film Festival as mother-daughter duo Urmimala Baruah and Snigdha Baruah appeared in custom couture designed around elements of Northeast India’s cultural identity.
From sculptural capes to diamond sarees, Met Gala 2026 redefined fashion
May 05, 2026Met Gala 2026 impressed with a blend of traditional and modern fashion, featuring diamond-studded sarees and sculptural capes. The event set new creative standards in the fashion industry.
Assam study finds heart disease behind majority of sudden deaths; Coronary artery disease leading cause
Apr 18, 2026A two-year retrospective autopsy study conducted at Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH) has found that cardiovascular diseases account for more than half of all sudden natural deaths (SND) in Assam, highlighting a growing public health concern.
This Book Captures Cinema in Reflection and Reality
Apr 11, 2026‘Bollywood, Hollywood and the Future of World Cinema’ by Rajesh Talwar is far more than a mere entertainment package – it is not only a compelling read for movie junkies but equally a thoughtful offering for critics.
India cuts maternal deaths sharply, but progress slows globally: Lancet study
Mar 29, 2026The study estimates that India recorded around 24,700 maternal deaths in 2023. While the decline marks significant long-term progress, researchers caution that gains have slowed in recent years and remain uneven across countries.
Arundhati Roy wins NBCC award for autobiography with ‘Mother Mary Comes To Me’
Mar 29, 2026The winners were announced on March 28 across six categories recognising books published in English, including fiction, nonfiction, biography, autobiography, poetry and criticism.
A Community That Chose Nature Over Everything
Mar 26, 2026"In my study of the Bishnoi community, a poignant moment that stopped me in my tracks was witnessing a woman breast-feeding a baby deer alongside their own child. It was not a performance, not dramatic, simply an act of care that dissolved the boundary between human and animal, between ‘us and them’."
'Bridgerton', Pick One: Love, Mourning, Gossip
Mar 13, 2026Bridgerton explores the intertwined themes of love, mourning, and gossip within Regency-era high society. The series reveals how personal and social challenges affect the Bridgerton family and their world
English proficiency seen as key hiring factor for Indian companies: Report
Mar 11, 2026English proficiency is now a top priority for Indian employers seeking effective communication in a globalised market. Companies are investing in language training to improve workforce skills and productivity
Negative people in your life may make you age faster: Study
Mar 10, 2026People known as "hasslers"—disruptive figures in one's close social circle—drive faster biological ageing, according to new research. Each additional hassler links to about 1.5 per cent quicker ageing pace and roughly nine months older biological age.
Revisiting nationalism through India’s historical past, politics and an Assam prediction
Mar 10, 2026Review | With a Foreword by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and a Preface by Himanta Biswa Sarma, the Chief Minister of Assam, the book reiterates in many ways the factors and traits that have helped shape the country today.
Rhythm of the Looms: When Northeast Textiles Found Their Voice
Mar 09, 2026Rhythm of the Looms positively struck the right notes last week, bringing the pulse of Northeast India’s textile traditions to the fore through a refreshing contemporary showcase and an engaging panel discussion—something that is still rare in the region, especially within academia.
25,000 farmers to benefit as NECTAR advances scientific organic farming in northeast
Mar 06, 2026In a significant step towards advancing sustainable organic agriculture in Northeast India, North East Centre for Technology Application and Reach (NECTAR), an autonomous institute under the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, has organized an Organic Festival cum Exhibition during 6-7 March 2026 at Sarokri, Rukminigaon, Guwahati, under the project entitled “Promoting Scientific Organic Agriculture in North East India” PM-DevINE scheme supported by Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MoDoNER), Govt. of India.
'River Traveller' is one man’s quiet pursuit of the mighty Brahmaputra
Feb 18, 2026What begins as a travelogue slowly reveals itself as something far more urgent. The river emerges not as scenery, but as witness — to ambition, conflict, devotion and resilience — carrying forward questions that refuse to sink.
‘Colour My Grave Purple’ traces Assam beyond insurgency and myth
Feb 10, 2026‘Colour My Grave Purple’ reveals Assam’s culture beyond conflict. It highlights the state’s people and everyday life with a fresh, balanced view
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