Tarun Gogoi, one of the most influential political leaders in Assam’s history, is remembered for his unwavering dedication to public service, transformative leadership, and commitment to democratic values. His tenure as Chief Minister from 2001 to 2016 brought stability, economic…
Indira Goswami, popularly known as Mamoni Raisom Goswami or Mamoni Baideo, was born on 14 November 1942 in Assam to Umakanta Goswami and Ambika Devi. She grew up in a Vaishnavite Brahmin family that owned a satra near Guwahati. Goswami…
Aminul Islam, a three-time legislator from Assam’s Dhing constituency and key figure of the opposition party, the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF), was arrested on Thursday after his controversial statements on the Pulwama and Pahalgam terror attacks. The police…
India’s sudden suspension of the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty on April 23, 2025, is an unprecedented escalation of the Kashmir crisis. In a move initiated by a recent militant attack on Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives, it suspends critical data…
Pope Francis, the first Jesuit and Latin American pontiff, at the age of 88, died on April 21, 2025, at 7:35 AM CEST in Vatican City, ending a 12‑year papacy marked by humility, social justice advocacy, and internal Church reforms.…
Assam’s Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has arrested 26‑year‑old Mohammad Ashique, a medical student at Nagaon Medical College, in connection with the recent Class 11 mathematics paper leak. Ashique, the son of Sheikh Mohammad Nasiruddin, owner of Bagariguri Advance Academy in…
YouTube has become a major platform for creators all across Assam—educators, comedians, travelers and more—connecting local audiences with high‑quality video content. From tech tutorials to comedy sketches, Assamese creators have gained millions of views and subscribers, leveraging the power of…
Bohag Bihu 2025 is set to take place from 14th April to 20th April, heralding the start of a new agricultural cycle and the renewal of nature in Assam. This festival, also known as Rongali Bihu, beautifully blends new beginnings,…
On October 5, 2024, a major crackdown on the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorist organization was unfolded all across India, by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and local police forces. This operation resulted in the arrest of multiple suspects involved in terrorist…
Uma Chetry, journey to becoming the first cricketer from Kandulimari in Golaghat, Assam, to represent India’s national women’s cricket team shows us her determination, resilience, and talent. Her story reflects the growing potential of sports in rural India, for young…
