Congress Demands CBI Probe into Umrangso Coal Mine Tragedy,Accuses Assam CM of Syndicate Nexus

The Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC), under the leadership of its President Bhupen Bora, has intensified its attack on the state government over the recent coal mine tragedy in Umrangso, Dima Hasao district. The incident, which occurred on January 6, trapped nine laborers in an illegal coal mine in the Tin Kilo area, highlighting what … Read more

Mechukha: A New Flag, A New Era for Tourism

by Mrinal Talukdar Mechukha, an enchanting valley tucked away in Arunachal Pradesh’s Shi-Yomi district, has unveiled its latest tourist attraction — a towering 72-foot national flag, making it a beacon for travelers seeking breathtaking landscapes and a sense of national pride. Strategically located against the backdrop of the majestic Mechukha Hill, this newly established selfie … Read more

Strongmen politics of the world move to Assam

by Mrinal Talukdar In the past decade, a striking political trend has emerged across the globe, particularly in some of the world’s most robust democracies. Leaders with forceful personalities, often perceived as strongmen, have risen to power, reshaping political landscapes and upending democratic norms. From Vladimir Putin in Russia to Recep Tayyip Erdoğan in Turkey, … Read more

Impacts of Mega Dams on Subansiri River Hydro-morphology

A.N. Mohammed, Hydropwer expert with 40 years of experience Subansiri is a major right bank tributary of river Brahmaputra originates in the Central Himalaya Range at an altitude of 5340 m. The total drainage area of 375 km long Subansiri river up to the confluence with the Brahmaputra is about 37000 sq.km out of which … Read more

Bridging the Gap: Assam’s Leap Forward with PM-DevINE

By: Anirudh Goswami & Mrinal Talukdar The North East region of India, often recognized for its strategic importance and rich resources, has historically faced challenges in securing adequate attention and resources for development. Despite its significance, the region has long been sidelined in national development efforts. However, recent years have marked a change in this … Read more

Ajmal Super 40: A silent revolution from Hojai

By Mrinal Talukdar In the small village of Mailoo in Karbi-Anglong lives Guddu Chauhan, the son of Kankahiya Kumar, a humble sugarcane farmer. Their life, bound by the limits of a thatched house and meager earnings, was a daily struggle. Yet, Guddu dreamed of something greater. Miraculously, Guddu scored 99% in his HSLC, a feat … Read more

Embrace Essence of Assam at 4th Folk Tea Festival

The serene village of Pabhoi in Biswanath Chariali, Assam, is set to come alive with the vibrant 4th Folk Tea Festival from November 29 to December 1, 2024. Nestled inside the lush green Hatipoti tea garden and overlooked by the majestic white peaks of the Eastern Himalayan mountains, this unique festival promises to be a … Read more