Muga, an Assamese short film that shines a spotlight on Assam's iconic silk heritage and the lives of traditional weavers, has been selected for the prestigious Prism Section at the 19th Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF) 2026, marking another significant achievement for regional cinema from the Northeast. Directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Samujjal Kashyap,…
GUWAHATI: In a major initiative aimed at revitalising Assam’s muga silk industry, Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) Jyotiraditya Scindia virtually launched Mission ‘Senehjori’ on Tuesday, June 2, a ₹411-crore project designed to benefit more than 2.5 lakh weavers, rearers and entrepreneurs associated with Muga silk production across the state. ALSO…
GUWAHATI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted a traditional Muga silk stole from Assam to Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni during his visit to Rome, showcasing one of India’s most celebrated handloom traditions on the global stage. ALSO READ: First Session of 16th Assam Assembly Begins; UCC Bill Likely to Be Tabled on May 26 Muga…
