Mech-Kachari demands autonomous council

eteran journalist, renowned folk artist, social organizer, and retired teacher Anuj Rajkhowa passed away on Monday night at Geleki Primary Health Centre under Nazira Co-District following a prolonged neurological illness. He was 67. Born in Geleki in 1958, Rajkhowa was the son of freedom fighter late Garejai Rajkhowa. A multifaceted personality, he made significant contributions to journalism, education, culture, sports, and social service over a career spanning more than five decades. Rajkhowa began his journalism career in 1974 and worked with leading Assamese newspapers, including Dainik Janambhumi, Ajir Asom, The Sentinel, and Asomiya Pratidin. He also served as founder secretary...

Juktali Higher Secondary School, located in Machagarh under Nazira Co-District, has brought laurels to Assam by winning the prestigious “Tobacco-Free Institution Award” at a national-level ceremony held in New Delhi on May 29. The award was conferred under the nationwide “School Challenge – Tobacco-Free Environment 2025”, an initiative organized by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, to promote tobacco-free educational institutions across the country. The competition, conducted in August last year, witnessed participation from high and higher secondary schools from across India. Schools were assessed on a range of awareness activities, including street plays, poster-making...

An emotional and charged atmosphere prevailed at the historic Kareng courtyard as people across Assam marked the first day of Rongali Bihu—the Bohag festival—amid grief over the absence of iconic singer Zubeen Garg. From Upper Assam to Lower Assam, voices united in a powerful call: “Justice for Zubeen Garg.” Rongali Bihu, the most cherished festival of the Assamese community, began with its first day known as Manuh Bihu, traditionally dedicated to human bonding and respect. This year, however, celebrations carried a deep sense of sorrow as people paid tribute to the beloved artist, widely regarded as the heartbeat of Assamese culture and a youth icon. At the Kareng...

Nazira, April 4: The Assam United Mahasangha has extended its support to four independent candidates in the upcoming elections, underscoring what it described as a critical need to restore governance rights for indigenous communities in the state. Addressing a press conference in Nazira, the organization’s Security Council President, Matiur Rahman, launched a sharp critique of major political parties. He alleged that their policies have consistently undermined indigenous interests, particularly by favoring migrant populations. As part of its political stance, the Mahasangha announced its endorsement of the following candidates: Dr. Bhavendra Nath Mohan from Sivasagar Rubul...