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Aaranyaks wildlife filmmaking workshop to encourage visual storytelling for conservation

Mar 11, 2024, at 11:10 pm

In a first-of-its-kind initiative, prominent wildlife conservation organisation Aaranyak organised a 3-day workshop on nature and wildlife filmmaking, which emphasised on the power of visual storytelling through the medium of films.

Assamese community in Kolkata celebrates Bhogali Bihu

Jan 16, 2024, at 05:27 am

Kolkata: Bhogali Bihu, celebrated by the Assamese, is a harvest festival and is enjoyed with food known as bhoj and fanfare at the cusp of Makar Sankranti.

Entrepreneurship Cell established in Assam down town University promoting innovation and ambition

Aug 18, 2023, at 07:38 am

Assam down town University launched its Entrepreneurship Cell (E-cell), Navarambh, in Panikhaiti, Guwahati on August 14th.

Entrepreneurship Cell established in Assam down town University promoting innovation and ambition

Aug 18, 2023, at 07:36 am

Guwahati/IBNS: Assam down town University launched its Entrepreneurship Cell (E-cell), Navarambh, in Panikhaiti, Guwahati on August 14th.

Assam's Handique Uni becomes first open university to offer 4-yr UG courses

Aug 07, 2023, at 05:36 am

The Krishna Kanta Handique State Open University (KKHSOU) in Assam is now the only open varsity in the country which is offering four-year undergraduate courses in accordance with NEP 2020.

Assam: Five day workshop by Ministry of Culture held in Guwahati

Jul 26, 2023, at 08:15 am

Guwahati/Assam: Centre for Cultural Resources and Training (CCRT), under the Ministry of Culture, India launched a five-day summer workshop named 'Amrit Camp- Kadam Badhaye Ja', which was organized on July 17, in collaboration with Guwahati Artists' Guild, which ended on Friday.

Cotton University : A legacy of excellence and inspiration in the heart of Assam

Jul 22, 2023, at 08:34 am

Guwahati/IBNS: Cotton University, Guwahati has been a beacon of excellence and inspiration for countless ambitious students, nurturing dreams of a brighter future. 

Assam: Wokha District launches skill training for Jacquard Handloom Weaving

Jul 12, 2023, at 08:22 am

The Wokha district administration, in partnership with the North Eastern Handicrafts and Handlooms Development Corporation Limited (NEHHDC), Guwahati, and the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Task Force, commenced a group of women for a specialized residential skill training on Jacquard Handloom at the Deputy Commissioner Conference Hall, Wokha on July 7th.  

Assam entrepreneur crafts unique dolls blending local culture for global audience

Jul 09, 2023, at 09:59 am

Guwahati/IBNS: A young entrepreneur named Kirat Brahma in a remote village in Assam's Baksa district, is making waves with his unique dolls that blend local culture and motifs to cater to a global audience.

Assam: Sivasagar District celebrates 10th District Day with focus on heritage and development

Jul 07, 2023, at 07:28 pm

Sivasagar/Assam: Sivasagar, the historic district in Upper Assam, observed its 10th District Day with various vibrant programs aimed at showcasing Assamese culture and promoting tourism.

Assam based music community 'HouseArrest' promotes local artists and cultivates musical milieu

Jul 04, 2023, at 07:21 am

Guwahati/IBNS: Guwahati-based music community, HouseArrest, formed in December 2021, is making waves by curating captivating shows and promoting local musicians.

Assam: Record-breaking sale of Pu'er tea at Indian auction; Gauripur tea plantation sets new standard

Jun 27, 2023, at 09:00 pm

Guwahati/IBNS: The International Tea Day Special Auction in Guwahati, India witnessed MJunction made history by selling Pu'er tea for the first time in the country. The highly sought-after Pu'er tea, in the form of a cake, fetched an astonishing price of Rs 9000 per kilogram, setting a record in its category.

IIT Guwahati research park foundation launches iDEATE 2023 to foster innovation and entrepreneurship

Jun 20, 2023, at 06:00 am

Guwahati/IBNS: IIT Guwahati Research Park Foundation (IITGRP) has recently unveiled iDEATE 2023, an exclusive startup pitch program, at the Research Park on the IIT Guwahati campus.

Assam: Handique Girls' College broadens academic horizon, set to transform into Handique Women's University

Jun 19, 2023, at 07:21 am

Guwahati/IBNS: Handique Girls' College, renowned for its commitment to delivering quality education, is poised to transform into Handique Women's University. With a rich history of academic excellence, the college is expanding its academic offerings to create more opportunities for its students.

11-Year-old Kathak dancer Anvi Nagori sets new record for 100 spins in a minute

Jun 10, 2023, at 10:21 am

Guwahati/Assam: Anvi Nagori, an 11-year-old Kathak dancer from Guwahati, has made history by setting a new record for performing 100 spins in a minute, as recognized by the Assam Book of Records.

Assam Royal Global University signs 30 MoUs for global education and NEP 2020 implementation

May 27, 2023, at 04:49 am

Assam Royal Global University has signed 30 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with various institutions across the state to provide globally focused education while implementing the National Education Policy 2020 and fulfilling the university's social responsibilities.

Assam's Tyagbir Hem Baruah College hosts successful workshop on translation studies

May 17, 2023, at 05:19 am

Biswanath Chariali/Assam: Tyagbir Hem Baruah College in Jamugurihat, Assam organized a one-day workshop on "Translation Studies" under the auspices of the Department of English, on Saturday.

Assam's Seema Thakur defies odds, launches inspiring autobiography at Tezpur Event

May 16, 2023, at 07:24 am

Tezpur/Assam: Seema Thakur, noteworthy alumni of Tezpur Rashtrabhasha Vidyalaya, disproved the idea that economic hindrances and physical issues can obstruct imaginative undertakings by exhibiting her initial autobiographical production called "Anusmriti: Ek Atmakatha" to the audience.

Assam's Ajit Bania's artwork showcased at global exhibition in Italy

Apr 30, 2023, at 08:37 am

Mangaldai/Assam: The artwork of Ajit Bania, a young artist from Mangaldai, Assam was featured at a global art exhibition in Italy over a three-day period.

Assam’s bellwether festival Bihu goes global with Guinness Records entry

Apr 19, 2023, at 07:46 pm

Entering into the Guinness Book of World Records, Bihu, the famous indigenous festivals of Assam, is going global as around 11,300 Bihu performers scripted history on April 13 with the largest Bihu performance accompanied by Bihu dhol presentation at a single venue at Guwahati's Sarusajai stadium.

Goru Bihu marks the start of the Rongali Bihu festivities in Assam

Apr 18, 2023, at 07:39 pm

Assam/IBNS: In Assam, the week-long festivities of Rongali Bihu began on Friday with Goru Bihu, which is primarily observed by rural residents who keep livestock at their homes.

'Gosai Phurua' festival celebrated for 339th year in Guptakashi, Biswanath Chariali

Apr 18, 2023, at 05:20 pm

Assam/IBNS: The festival known as "Gosai Phurua," which has been celebrated for 339 years, was recently held in Guptakashi, located in Biswanath Chariali.

Assam: Travellers can sip local handmade tea when they visit Kaziranga next time

Mar 25, 2023, at 02:20 pm

While you attend Kaziranga next time, one must find sometime to cherish a cup of local handmade tea.

Assam govt striving to take Bihu to world stage

Mar 22, 2023, at 11:34 pm

New Delhi: The Assam government has launched a publicity blitzkrieg in the national capital to celebrate the upcoming Rongali Bihu, to make it the largest congregation of 11,000 Bihu dancers on April 14.

Assam: Bohag Bihu to get international exposure, may take stride to touch Guinness World Records

Jan 31, 2023, at 11:32 pm

Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma last week announced state heritage Bohag Bihu will be taken to the global stage. 

Assam Education Minister distributes appointment letters to specially-abled candidates

Jul 13, 2022, at 12:16 am

Guwahati: Assam Education Minister Dr Ranoj Pegu on Tuesday ceremonially distributed appointment letters to 280 nos of specially abled candidates to the the post of regular teachers in a programme organized by Directorate of Elementary Education at PWD convention and training centre Dispur.

Assam: 45-year-old mother finally clears Class 10 examination

Jun 08, 2022, at 11:07 pm

Biswanath: A 45-year-old woman, who is a mother of three, has finally cleared the High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC) examination in Assam.

Offline classes for students of class 10 restart in Assam after five months gap

Sep 20, 2021, at 09:50 pm

Guwahati: After almost five months gap, the schools in Assam for the students of class 10 have reopened from Monday after almost five months gap due to COVID-19 pandemic situation.

Assam govt to set up one college in each development block in coming days: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Sep 16, 2021, at 02:33 am

Guwahati/IBNS: Assam Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma during his visit to Jorhat laid the foundation of Jorhat Government Law College at Kaliapani in Jorhat district on Wednesday.

Final year classes of educational institutions to reopen in Assam from Sep 6

Sep 02, 2021, at 01:29 am

Guwahati/IBNS: The Assam government has decided to reopen the educational institutions for physical classes in Higher Secondary and Post Graduate level in the state from Sept 6.