UDALGURI: Thousands of people in Udalguri seem to have heaved a sigh of relief when Mazbat MLA,Charan Boro launched the Chief Minister's Free Diagnostic Services Programme in Orang CHC at a function on Thursday.
The hospital received a laboratory which Boro called a bold initiative by the government to help the poor.
He urged the hospital authorities to ensure proper delivery of free diagnostic services to the needy people.
District Project Co-ordinator of Hindustan Latex Limited,Ditisha Bhagawati explained the various diagnostic facilities of the lab.
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The foundation of the new Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) Diphu legislative building laid by CEM Tuliram Ronghang on Wednesday.
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Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh along with Congress president Sonia Gandhi and vice president Rahul Gandhi will visit Assam in April.According to AICC sources, the trio is expected to address a...
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Nazira also joins the cleanliness campaign with MLA Debobrata Saikia sweeping a puja pandel with a bundle of broomstick on Tuesday.Nazira Municipal Board Chairman and vice chairman Abdur Rohman...
29 Jul 2009 - 7:06pm | Juthika Das
Noted litteratuer, writer, ex-president of Barpeta Xahitya Xabha Chittaranjan Choudhury (70), retired head of the Dept of Assamese, Kokrajhar College was passed away today. He was suffering ffrom...
The Bharatiya Gorkha Parisangh (BGP), a prominent national social organization representing Gorkhas across India, has expressed its gratitude towards the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) for issuing a notification that resolves the longstanding NRC Biometrics-Aadhaar linkage issue. This development is expected to bring relief to nearly 9.35 lakh individuals in Assam, including over one lakh Gorkhas who have been affected by the issue.
Nanda Kirati Dewan, the General Secretary of the Bharatiya Gorkha Parisangh, Assam State Committee, expressed appreciation for the MHA’s intervention. He noted that the BGP has been actively engaging with the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI)...
Guwahati: The National Socialist Council of Nagalim (NSCN) has expressed serious concerns over the ongoing Meitei-Kuki-Zo ethnic conflict, which began on May 3, 2023. Despite maintaining a stance of neutrality, the NSCN has been closely monitoring developments and is alarmed by the increasing violence, particularly against Christians.
In a press statement released today, the NSCN highlighted a disturbing trend of harassment and physical assaults against Christians by the militant group Arambai Tengol. The NSCN identified the group's strong convictions and extreme principles as the driving forces behind its radical socio-political reforms.
"The violent extremism followed by Arambai...
Dibrugarh, Assam: In response to the devastating impacts of river erosion at Mohanaghat, Dibrugarh, the North-East Affected Area Development Society (NEADS) has launched a comprehensive humanitarian assistance programme. The initiative aims to provide life-saving support to the most vulnerable and marginalized communities affected by this catastrophic event.
NEADS is taking proactive steps to address the urgent needs of those displaced by the river erosion, ensuring that aid is specifically tailored to meet the unique requirements of different genders within the affected populations. The interventions are multi-layered, encompassing critical areas such as Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (...
The Assam Don Bosco University (ADBU) successfully concluded a three-day workshop, "Swabalamban: Empowering Employment through Solar Energy," held from July 3rd to 5th, 2024, at its Azara campus. Conducted entirely in Assamese, the initiative aimed to enhance the employability of young people by equipping them with practical skills in solar energy technology and electrical house wiring.
This free workshop was organized by the university's School of Technology under their commitment to social empowerment and sponsored by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) under its VAANI scheme, which promotes the use of Indian languages in education.
Over the three days, 54...
Dibrugarh: The Seven-day Water Training Programme began at Dibrugarh University's Indira Miri Conference Hall on June 21, 2024. Organized by the Centre for Social Work Studies (CSWS), North-East India Water Talks (NEIWT), and NEADS, with support from the Heinrich Böll Stiftung - Delhi Regional Office, the event will run until June 27, 2024.
The programme commenced with a welcome address by Dr. Monuj Dutta, followed by a background speech by K. K. Chatradhara of NEIWT. The inaugural session featured the University Anthem performed by CSWS students.
Dibrugarh University's Vice Chancellor, Prof. Jiten Hazarika, inaugurated the training program. He emphasized the need for collaboration to...
Guwahati, June 2: Senior forest official Brahmananda Patiri, serving as the Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) of the Chirang division in Assam's Chirang district, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024. Patiri, who had been admitted to Nemcare Hospital in Guwahati on Saturday after experiencing health issues during a meeting, breathed his last this morning.
Patiri was a well-educated and widely read individual, known for his involvement in cultural and literary activities. His untimely demise has left a significant void in both the forestry sector and the cultural community.
People from various communities have extended their deep condolences and are mourning the loss of Patiri, who was...
Panaji: Come June 2, Sunday. A promising workshop on science and technology will fetch no less benefit for the tech-savvy school and college students in Panjim. Courtesy the Ham Radio. Just they need to participate actively June 2nd@Jambul Café, Panjim.
The much-awaited 2-hour workshop will take you away to a fascinating world of amateur radio, popularly known as Ham Radio. The topic of the workshop will range from radio waves operation to the see live streaming demonstrations apart from the handling of the real radio equipment.
According to the organizers here, it will open the flood gates for the technology-savvy people to get to know the first hand knowledge of the basics of Ham...
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Assam Don Bosco University School of Technology organized a Career Counselling Seminar today.
Focus on future-proofing skills: The seminar, addressed by Mr. Partha Pratim Baruah, Founder and Director of Vidhi Analytica, an agri-tech startup based in Guwahati, emphasized the importance of an entrepreneurial mindset. Mr. Baruah encouraged students to develop skills for the future, comparing them to Lord Ganesha – with a keen sense of future trends (long nose) and a deep understanding of their surroundings (big ears).
Bridging the gap between academics and industry: Mr. Baruah stressed the need to connect classroom learning with...
The North East Affected Area Development Society (NEADS) took a significant step towards promoting sustainable agriculture and empowering local communities with the inauguration of a Farmers Field School and Indigenous Seed Bank in Jorhat, Assam.
The event, held at Chomoni Chapori, Jhanjimukh, was graced by Padmashri Jadav Payeng, the renowned environmentalist known as the "Forest Man of India." It brought together local farmers, community leaders, and stakeholders to celebrate these initiatives aimed at advancing agroecology and building community resilience.
Focus on Sustainable Practices and Seed Sovereignty
The Farmers Field School, established in collaboration with local...
Panjim: Jambul Cafe in Panjim resonated with the vibrant melodies of Rongali Bihu as the Assamese community in Goa gathered for a joyous get-together on Sunday, May 12, 2024. The event, organized to celebrate the spirit of Assamese culture and traditions, witnessed enthusiastic participation from young people and families hailing from Assam who have made Goa their home.
A highlight of the event was the presence of several talented Assamese artists based in Goa, who graced the occasion with their performances. Mridusmita Sakia, Kamal Rabha, Roshan, Champak, Mintu captivated the audience with their renditions, infusing the atmosphere with the festive fervor of Rongali Bihu.
The...
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