The Assam State Primary Teachers’ Association demands CBI probe into the killing of Dijendra Nath Gogoi at the school premises in Jorhat apart from giving 48 hours deadline to nab the miscreant.
In a memorandum to chief minster Tarun Gogoi, a copy of which was sent to education minister Pradyut Bordoloi, the Jorhat unit of the Assam State Primary Teachers’ Association said the police have failed to arrest the gunmen therefore, it would be impossible for police to unearth the truth.
They said that only a CBI probe would be able to identify the culprit who shot dead the headmaster of Namuna Bagan Lower Primary School at Borbheta under Lichubari police outpost.
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A 9-feet-long Python, weighting 12 kg, was rescued in a residential area of Namrup thermal power station. It was caught while consuming a duck in a garden. After noticing the...
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Noted educationist, Khagan Saharia,of Outala near Kalaigaon passed away on April 2 at 4.40 pm at his own residence.He had been the principal of Asom Jatiya Bidyalaya ,Outala till his death.His sudden...
Udalguri: The 32nd Annual Conference-cum-Get-Together of the Tangla Veterans Association, an umbrella organization representing over 500 former members and families of the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force, was held at the association’s office in Tangla town, Udalguri district, on Wednesday.
The event commenced with the unfurling of the organizational flag and a solemn homage to martyrs, led by President Ex-Subedar Sidhi Ram Nath and Secretary Ex-Havildar Hareswar Boro.
Col. Pradeep Singh Tumar, Commanding Officer of the 81st Field Regiment stationed in Ghagra, Udalguri, graced the occasion as the chief guest, alongside Col. (Retd.) Prabhu Nath Giri, District Sainik Welfare Officer of...
Dr. David Sinclair, a renowned Harvard Genetics Professor, is pioneering research that challenges the inevitability of aging. Through his groundbreaking work, Sinclair has proven that aging is not a fixed process, and with the right lifestyle changes, it can be slowed—or even reversed. His personal journey mirrors his research, with his appearance at 55 suggesting that his methods may be working. In this blog, we’ll break down Sinclair’s anti-aging protocol, which claims to reverse aging by 8-10 years.
Introduction to Dr. David Sinclair: The Age-Reversal Pioneer
Dr. Sinclair is a leader in genetics and aging research. His work has led to discoveries that suggest we can actively...
The prestigious 27th India Club Open Tennis Championship - 2025 concluded on a high note, marking another successful edition of the tournament on January 27. The closing ceremony was graced by Chief Guest Sumit Sattwan, DC (Kamrup Metro), along with Guest of Honour Charan Saran Bajoria, MD, Bhagwati Sai Aluminium. The event was also attended by dignitaries including Bijan Choudhury, President, India Club, Ankush Dutta, General Secretary of AATA, Arup Kr Das & family, Mrs. Pahari Das & Family, and Mrs. Jyoti Das & family. The Ashok Kr Das Memorial Trophy for Best Sportsmanship was awarded to Anirban Deka. Bijan Choudhury, President of India Club, delivered the vote of thanks to...
New Delhi, January 25: An urgent appeal addressed to President Droupadi Murmu by conservationists and environmentalists from the northeastern states has brought attention to the controversial transfer of elephants from Arunachal Pradesh to Jamnagar, Gujarat. The memorandum expresses deep concern over the ethical and ecological ramifications of relocating these majestic creatures, calling for immediate intervention to halt such practices.
The appeal highlights the recent transfer of 20 elephants over a 3,000-kilometer journey, raising critical questions about the necessity of such "rescue and rehabilitation" efforts. Conservationist and environmental journalist Mubina Akhtar, a...
Guwahati: The ASEAN Parliamentarians for Human Rights (APHR) opposes the military junta’s recently revived cyber-security law with a warning that it would pose a serious threat to fundamental rights and contradicts the principles enlisted in the Constitution of Myanmar. The draconian legislation is a calculated attempt by the junta to suppress dissents, stifle free expressions and violate the privacy of Myanmarese nationals, added the APHR, a regional network of current and former Parliamentarians belonging to southeast Asian nations.
Expected to come into force next week, the law grants the military sweeping and unchecked powers under the pretext of national security. These powers...
Researchers at Southern Federal University (SFedU), in collaboration with scientists from India and Egypt, have unveiled a groundbreaking roofing coating designed to protect against moisture damage, rain, and solar radiation effects. The coating offers exceptional thermal insulation, potentially reducing energy consumption for maintaining comfortable indoor temperatures.
Urban areas often face elevated temperatures compared to rural regions due to the absorption of near-infrared solar radiation. According to SFedU's International Research Institute for Smart Materials, multiple buildings exacerbate this issue by creating a "trap" for sunlight, with shiny metal roofs being particularly...
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The Evolution of Term Insurance in India
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Silchar, January 10, 2025 – The much-awaited Asomi Bhogali (Poush) Mela 2025, a vibrant celebration of Assamese and Barak Valley culture, was inaugurated today at the Community Managed Training Centre (CMTC) near Itkhola Bazar, Silchar. Organized by the District Mission Management Unit, Cachar, in collaboration with the Assam State Rural Livelihoods Mission (ASRLM) and the Panchayat & Rural Development Department, Government of Assam, the three-day event will run from January 10 to 12.
The inaugural ceremony witnessed the presence of distinguished guests, including Hon’ble MP Silchar, Shri Parimal Suklabaidya; Hon’ble MLA Silchar, Shri Dipayan Chakraborty; District Commissioner...
Guwahati: Expressing anxiety over the recent earthquake that hit the Tibetan plateau killing over 125 residents and injuring several others, a forum of graduate engineers in northeast India apprehended probable damages in the Brahmaputra valley if the China-made massive hydropower project on Yarlung Zangbo collapses some day because of a high intensity tremor. All Assam Engineer’s Association (AAEA), in a media statement, also urges the Union government in New Delhi to strongly deal with the Beijing administration for safeguarding the entire Brahmaputra river basin comprising eastern India localities along with the north Bangladesh.
International news agencies reported ...
In a critical rescue operation, the Indian Army, along with teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), have mobilized to save laborers trapped in a flooded coal mine in Umrangsu, Karbi Anglong district of Assam. The incident, which occurred due to a devastating flood on Sunday, has left a group of laborers stranded underground with no communication established yet.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced that a specialized team of Navy deep divers has been called upon to aid in the rescue mission. The divers, who are en route from Vishakhapatnam, are expected to reach the site soon to tackle the challenging conditions...
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