Skip to content Skip to navigation

Elephant Festival 2009

By SK Hasan |

A massive procession taken out with the elephants on the second day of the 7th Kaziranga Elephant Festival at the UNESCO World Heritage Site Kaziranga National Park (KNP).

Video: S K Hasan

Photo: UB Photos.

Author info

SK Hasan's picture

Freelance journalist, Nazira, Sibasagar district.

Add new comment

Assamese Translator

Assam Times seeks English to Assamese translators!
Join our volunteer team.
Email editor@assamtimes.org.

Random Stories

Recruitment initiative for Dima Hasao youths in armed forces

22 Aug 2011 - 2:24pm | Anup Biswas
To assist the youth and contribute effectively in grooming and moulding this young talent full of zeal and enthusiasm, units of the Haflong Army brigade under RED SHIELD DIVISION, have undertaken...

Economic blockade continues

15 Aug 2014 - 9:30pm | AT News
The surface communication between Assam and Nagaland has come a grinding halt because of the economic blockade against the neighbouring state in protest against the Uriam Ghat incident where 11...

Ray of respite for kidney patients

7 Sep 2015 - 8:02am | SK Hasan
Good news for kidney patients from from Sivasagar, Jorhat, Tinsukia, Dibrugarh, Golaghat, Dhemaji and Lakhimpur districts.  Courtesy the Assam government. Medicines are available at the Assam...

APSC scam: APS officer surrenders in Guwahati

9 Nov 2017 - 8:28am | AT News
An Assam Police Service officer who was wanted in connection with the APSC scam has surrendered before the investigation officers in Guwahati hours after 15 others were arrested.  Identified as...

Other Contents by Author

Independence Day Celebrated with Cultural Splendor in Nazira

The 78th Independence Day was observed today with great enthusiasm in Nazira sub-division today. The main event was held at the Nazira District Sports Association grounds, where Additional Commissioner and Acting Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Ayush Jain, unfurled the National Flag as the chief guest. The day was marked by a vibrant display of cultural performances, including Bhortal, Tai Ahom, Bihu, and Sat Bhani dances, which captivated the audience. In recognition of their outstanding contributions to the sub-division, 31 individuals from various fields were honored by the sub-divisional administration. The event showcased the spirit of patriotism and unity among the people of...

Allegations of Double Voting Emerge in Assam's Lok Sabha Elections

Sivasagar: Allegations of electoral malpractice have surfaced in Assam after reports emerged that a single individual voted twice under different names during the first phase of the Lok Sabha elections on April 19. The accused, identified as Putu Baruah, is a resident of Amolapatty in Sivasagar. According to a complaint filed by social activist Ntipan Saikia with the electoral offices in Nazira and Sivasagar, Putu Baruah used two different voter cards to cast ballots in two separate constituencies. The complaint alleges that Baruah voted in Sivasagar under his own name and in Nazira under the name Indreswar Baruah. The voter card for the Sivasagar constituency shows Putu Baruah as a...

Tensions Escalate Between Chief Minister and Opposition Leader

Nazira: In a recent election meeting at the Mezenga Higher Secondary School Field in Nazira, State Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Vishwa Sharma sparked controversy with his sharp response to allegations made by State Leader of Opposition and Nazira MLA Devvrat Saikia. During the gathering, Dr. Sharma addressed the crowd, expressing disdain towards Saikia's claims that the Chief Minister fails to respond to letters addressing matters of public interest. Sharma's remarks came in response to Saikia's earlier assertion that Sharma's lack of response reflects arrogance. Saikia, in his statement, criticized the Chief Minister's apparent disregard for protocol and pledged to persist in raising...

Chief Electoral Officer of Assam Reviews Election Preparedness in Nazira

Nazira: Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Assam, Anurag Goel, conducted a comprehensive review of the election preparedness in Nazira Election District today in anticipation of the upcoming Lok Sabha Poll. During his visit, CEO Anurag Goel inspected the strong rooms established within the premises of the office of SDO(C) Nazira, ensuring the integrity and security of the electoral process. He also took a detailed overview of the security arrangements put in place for these strong rooms, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding the election materials. In a subsequent meeting with key officials of the Sub-Division held in the conference hall of the sub-divisional administration, Nazira...

Veteran Journalist Haidar Hussain Calls for Reform in Assam's Education System

Nazira: In an exclusive interview, prominent journalist Haidar Hussain expressed concern about the declining trust in government-run educational institutions in Assam. He attributed this to several factors, including: Teacher recruitment based solely on marks: While high marks ensure merit on paper, Hussain argues that it doesn't guarantee commitment to teaching. Poor quality of education: Despite qualified teachers on paper, the overall educational outcomes remain unsatisfactory. Hussain highlights a troubling trend: many teachers are unwilling to enroll their own children in the institutions where they teach. Societal indifference: Hussain criticizes society's lack of...

Nazira College Unveils Statue of Founder Principal Avni Barthakur

Nazira: In a ceremony held today at Nazira College, the college community unveiled a statue of its esteemed founder principal, Avni Barthakur. The statue serves as a lasting tribute to Barthakur's dedication to education and his role in establishing Nazira College as a prestigious institution. Sahitya Akademi Award-winning author and former DGP of Assam, Harekrishna Deka, had the honor of unveiling the statue. The ceremony also included a special address by senior journalist and writer Haider Hussain. Hussain expressed his gratitude to the Nazira College family and the residents of Nazira for commemorating Avni Barthakur's legacy. He described the day as a historic one for the people of...

ONGC-Supported Multi-Specialty Hospital Inaugurated in Sivasagar

Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Puri inaugurated the ONGC-supported Siu Ka Pha Multi Specialty Hospital in Sivasagar, Assam, on November 4, 2023. The hospital, built with a total investment of Rs 483.19 crore, is a state-of-the-art facility with 300 beds and a team of 70 specialized doctors. It will offer a comprehensive range of medical services, including Orthopaedics, Trauma, Paediatric & NICU, Obstetrics, Gynaecology, ENT, Skull base Surgery, Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation, and advanced diagnostics. The hospital will be managed and operated by Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Vaidyakiya Pratisthan (BAVP). It is expected to provide healthcare services to over one lakh...

Rhinos graze at Nazira

Two rhinos freely graze at Nimtita gaon in Nazira Mackeypur on Sunday morning. Local people gathered to see the rhinos.  Forest officials  are working on sending the rhinos to Kaziranga National Park..

ONGC distributes furniture to schools

Nazira pays tribute to Pulwama martyrs