News Desk Report

Journal of Voice Study Decodes the Science Behind Zubeen Garg’s Signature Humming

  GUWAHATI: A scientific study published in the internationally renowned Journal of Voice has unravelled the acoustic secrets behind the distinctive humming style of Assamese music icon Zubeen Garg, offering a research-backed explanation for a vocal trademark that has captivated listeners for decades. ALSO READ: Guwahati Police Seize and Destroy 100 Litres of Illegal Liquor Near…

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Conservation and Sustainability Take Centre Stage at Guwahati Environment Week Programme

  An awareness programme focusing on biodiversity conservation, recycling and sustainable living was organised in Guwahati on Monday, June 1, as part of World Environment Week 2026 celebrations. The event, jointly organised by Soroptimist International Guwahati (SIG) and Faculty Senior Secondary School (FSSS), brought together students, educators and environmental advocates to discuss the role of…

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India Name T20I Squad for Ireland and England Series with Vaibhav’s Debut Call-Up

  GUWAHATI: The BCCI on Saturday, June 6, announced India's squad for the upcoming T20I series against Ireland and England, introducing several significant changes to the team's leadership and composition. ALSO READ: R Praggnanandhaa Scripts History by Becoming First Indian to Win Norway Chess Title Shreyas Iyer has been named captain, replacing Suryakumar Yadav, while Tilak Varma…

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Closure of Parking Facility in Guwahati’s Fancy Bazar Triggers Congestion, Hits Trade

  Closure of the Jail Road parking facility in Fancy Bazar has triggered congestion, disrupted trade, and affected business activity The continued closure of the Jail Road parking facility in Fancy Bazar has triggered concern among traders, residents, and business organisations, who say the lack of organised parking is disrupting trade, worsening congestion, and affecting…

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Temporary Camps for Devotees to be Set Up during Ambubachi at Guwahati's Pandu Port, Kamakhya Railway Station

  GUWAHATI: Preparations for the annual Ambubachi Mela at Kamakhya Dham have begun, with field inspections and implementation of various arrangements already underway, said Swapnil Paul, the District Commissioner of Kamrup (Metropolitan). ALSO READ: Woman Booked After Viral Video Shows Toddler on Lap While Driving in Guwahati Speaking to the media, Paul said the administration has finalized…

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Assam Makes Aadhaar Mandatory for Students to Avail Higher Education Welfare Schemes

  GUWAHATI: The Assam Higher Education Department has made Aadhaar details and Aadhaar-linked bank accounts mandatory for students seeking benefits under various government welfare schemes administered by the department. ALSO READ: Assam Cabinet Approves 2% DA Hike, Declares Dibrugarh as Second State Capital Region In an official communication issued by the Director of Higher Education, Assam on…

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Woman Booked After Viral Video Shows Toddler on Lap While Driving in Guwahati

  GUWAHATI: A woman from Assam's Lakhimpur district has been booked after a video showing her driving a car with a toddler seated on her lap behind the steering wheel went viral on social media, raising serious concerns about road safety. ALSO READ: Unused Traffic Booth at Guwahati's Paltan Bazar Turns into Garbage Dump, Raises Civic Concerns…

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Kaziranga Records Six of India’s Eight Stork Species, Nearly Half of Nation’s Raptors: Survey

  GUWAHATI: The Kaziranga Tiger Reserve (KTR) in Assam has recorded an impressive diversity of storks and birds of prey, with a recent survey documenting six of India's eight stork species and nearly 45 per cent of the country's raptor species. ALSO READ: Assam Cabinet Approves 2% DA Hike, Declares Dibrugarh as Second State Capital Region The…

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R Praggnanandhaa Scripts History by Becoming First Indian to Win Norway Chess Title

  GUWAHATI: Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa scripted history on Friday, June 5, by becoming the first Indian to win the prestigious Norway Chess tournament. The 20-year-old secured the title in Oslo with a crucial final-round victory over Germany's Vincent Keymer, capping off a remarkable comeback campaign in one of the strongest events on the global chess calendar….

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Assam Cabinet Approves 2% DA Hike, Declares Dibrugarh as Second State Capital Region

  GUWAHATI: The Assam Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, on Friday, June 5, approved a series of key decisions, including a 2% increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) for state government employees and pensioners, the declaration of Dibrugarh as the state's second capital region, and an enhancement of MLA Local…

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Portfolio Allocation for New Ministers to Take Time, Says CM Sarma

  GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday, June 5, said that the allocation of portfolios to the newly inducted ministers will take some time, as the government intends to assess their past performance and individual strengths before assigning departments. ALSO READ: Thieves Breach Wall of Namghar in Guwahati’s Paltan Bazar; Cash Stolen Addressing a…

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Assam Leads India in Tree Cover Loss Between 2001 and 2025, Says Global Forest Watch

  GUWAHATI: As countries around the world struggle to halt deforestation and meet climate targets, Kamrup Metropolitan is facing its own environmental challenge; the gradual loss of forest cover amid rapid urban expansion. ALSO READ: Assam Achieves 1.2 Crore Saplings Milestone in 8 Hours; CM Sarma Praises Women's Efforts According to Global Forest Watch, Assam recorded…

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Thieves Breach Wall of Namghar in Guwahati’s Paltan Bazar; Cash Stolen

  GUWAHATI: A burglary at the Srimanta Sankar Kristi Bikash Namghar in Guwahati’s Paltan Bazar area has triggered concern among devotees and local residents after unidentified miscreants allegedly broke into the religious institution and ran away with cash. ALSO READ: Eviction Drive Conducted in Guwahati’s Birubari; Over 30 Houses Affected According to reports, the incident took place…

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ARHI Hospital Opens at Jorabat in Meghalaya, Strengthening Healthcare Access in Northeast India

  Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda on Friday, June 4, inaugurated ARHI Hospital at Jorabat, marking a landmark moment for healthcare in Meghalaya and the Northeast. The facility is a unit of Far East Wellness Pvt Ltd. Addressing the gathering, Nadda called the inauguration a significant milestone in healthcare delivery for the region, crediting…

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Assam Achieves 1.2 Crore Saplings Milestone in 8 Hours; CM Sarma Praises Women's Efforts

  GUWAHATI: Assam marked World Environment Day with a landmark environmental initiative, planting more than 1.2 crore saplings across the state in a little over eight hours, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Friday, June 5. ALSO READ: Ashok Singhal, Pijush Hazarika Among 12 Ministers Named for Assam Cabinet Expansion Taking to social media platform X,…

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Fresh Violence Erupts in Manipur; Three Killed in Kangpokpi Village Attack

  GUWAHATI: Three people were killed and several houses were set on fire after unidentified armed assailants launched an attack on Loibol village under the New Keithelmanbi area in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district during the early hours of Friday, June 5. ALSO READ: GST Department Sensitises Guwahati Motor Parts’ Dealers on Compliance, Prevention of Tax Evasion The…

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NTA Releases UGC-NET June 2026 Exam Schedule and Guidelines; Admit Cards on June 15

  GUWAHATI: The National Testing Agency (NTA) will release the UGC-NET June 2026 city intimation slips on June 10 and admit cards on June 15 for candidates appearing in the national eligibility examination. The computer-based test will be conducted from June 22 to June 30 across the country. ALSO READ: Eviction Drive Conducted in Guwahati’s Birubari;…

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GST Department Sensitises Guwahati Motor Parts’ Dealers on Compliance, Prevention of Tax Evasion

  GUWAHATI: The State GST Department held an awareness meeting with representatives of the motor parts and accessories trade sector in Guwahati to promote GST compliance and strengthen efforts to curb tax evasion. ALSO READ: Eviction Drive Conducted in Guwahati’s Birubari; Over 30 Houses Affected The meeting was conducted on Wednesday, June 3, at Kar Bhawan in…

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