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Zubeen Garg's last rites carried out in Assam, fans bid teary farewell | In Pics

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma walks next to Zubeen Garg's coffin at his funeral procession in Sonarpur, in the outskirts of Guwahati on Tuesday.
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Published on Sept 23, 2025 05:04 pm IST

Fans gather to pay tribute to Zubeen Garg in Guwahati | In pics

People touch the vehicle carrying the mortal remains of singer Zubeen Garg as they are taken to his residence from Guwahati airport.
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Updated on Sept 23, 2025 11:59 am IST

Pohela Boishakh to Vishu: Parts of India ring in traditional New Year | In pics

This year's auspicious Bengali New Year celebration is scheduled for Tuesday, April 15, according to Drik Panchang. On Monday, April 14, at 3:30 am, the Sankranti moment will occur. In pic: Members of Bengali Kalyan Samiti take part in Prabhat feri ahead of Bengali New Year. 
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Published on Apr 15, 2025 01:09 pm IST

Assam features on New York Times' list of 52 places to visit in 2025

Travellers can also visit Kaziranga National Park to spot one-horned rhinoceros. 
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Published on Jan 10, 2025 11:29 am IST

Photos | Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma meets Ratan Tata in Mumbai

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday met Tata Sons Emeritus Chairman Ratan Tata and Chairman N Chandrasekaran in Mumbai and thanked them for setting up the ₹27,000-crore Tata semiconductor facility in Assam. 
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Published on Mar 21, 2024 11:08 am IST

Key highlights from PM Modi's Northeast visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday unveiled projects worth ₹55,600 crore in the Northeast, including the strategic Sela tunnel which will provide all-weather connectivity to Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh.
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Published on Mar 09, 2024 02:43 pm IST

Photos | PM Modi visits Assam on two-day trip

PM Modi was received by Governor Gulab Chand Kataria, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Union Ports, Shipping and Waterways Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, some state ministers and senior civil and police officers. 
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Published on Feb 04, 2024 10:57 am IST

All you need to know about Assam's Chandubi Festival

This annual festival is a colourful display of Assamese culture and traditions featuring a diverse range of activities, including folk music performances, traditional dance shows, local handicraft exhibitions, and delicious Assamese cuisine stalls.  
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Published on Jan 03, 2024 06:27 pm IST

Bhutan King's 8-day official visit to India commences with arrival in Assam

Guwahati, Nov 03 (ANI): Bhutan King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck receives a warm welcome from Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma at the Guwahati airport during his first official visit to Assam, on Friday. (ANI Photo)
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Published on Nov 03, 2023 12:58 pm IST

Pics: Parts of Assam reel under flood, water recedes in others

This undated photograph provided by National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) shows NDRF personnel rescuing flood affected people in north eastern Assam state. (NDRF via AP)
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Published on Jun 28, 2023 11:35 am IST

Bohag Bihu 2023: 11,000 folk artists rehearses for Guinness World Record

Listing down the several programs scheduled for PM Modi's visit CM Sarma said, "PM Modi will launch several programs from AIIMS Guwahati. One hospital will be built on the IIT Guwahati premises. PM Modi will lay the foundation stone of an institute and will attend the closing ceremony of the Platinum Jubilee celebration of Gauhati High Court at Sankardev Kalakshetra in Guwahati." 
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Published on Apr 12, 2023 01:03 pm IST

Rongali Bihu 2023: Here's how Assamese New Year is celebrated in Assam

Rongali Bihu, also known as Bohag Bihu or Xaat Bihu, is celebrated in mid-April (April 14-15) to mark the beginning of the Assamese New Year and also to welcome the spring season. It also celebrates the commencement of the harvesting season. Here's how the people of Assam celebrate the seven-day-long festival: 
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Published on Apr 10, 2023 07:34 pm IST

Magh Bihu 2023: Here's how people of Assam celebrate harvest festival

There are three types of Bihu - Rangali or Bohag Bihu (April), Kangali or Kati Bihu (October) and Bhogali or Magh Bihu (January). Magh Bihu, the harvest festival, falls every year around 14 and 15 January. This year, it will be observed on January 15. 
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Published on Jan 12, 2023 05:01 pm IST

Cyclone Sitrang causes damage in parts of Bangladesh and northeast India

A Bangladeshi woman and a child try to salvage their belongings after tropical storm Sitrang lashed the Bay of Bengal coast on Tuesday in Bhola district, Bangladesh. (AP)
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Updated on Oct 25, 2022 06:31 pm IST

Here’s all you need to know about the traditional Assamese ‘Gamosa’

The traditional Assamese Gamosa/Gamusa or Gamucha is one of the most recognisable cultural symbols of Assam. It is a white rectangular piece of cloth with embroidered red borders. While it has a lot of uses, it is mostly used as an article presented to guests, elders, family or friends on special occasions as a sign of respect. No important ceremony or event is complete without the Gamosa.
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Published on Jul 26, 2022 05:19 pm IST

Ambubachi Mela 2022: 4-day-long festival commences in Guwahati's Kamakhya temple

The annual Ambubachi Mela commenced at Assam's Kamakhya temple on June 23 and will continue for four days. This is the most important religious event of the temple and is also a significant part of the state's tourism calendar witnessing a footfall of around 25 lakh each year during the festival. The doors of the temple remain closed for four days in association with the belief in a fertility cult. It is believed that during this time Goddess Kamakhya receives her annual menstrual cycle.
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Published on Jun 23, 2022 05:56 pm IST

Rain lashes parts of country, flood situation remains critical in Assam

Heavy rain has disrupted normal life in several parts of the country especially the northeastern states. Situation remains grim in flood-hit parts of Assam, leaving over millions affected. Assam, one of the worst-hit areas, is set to see continuous heavy rainfall this week, according to the India Meteorological Department.
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Updated on Jun 22, 2022 03:21 pm IST

Floods, landslides wreak havoc in Assam, over 6 lakh affected | In photos

 People wade through a road damaged by flood waters after heavy rains in Nagaon district, Assam.
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Published on May 21, 2022 01:36 pm IST

Less known facts about Majuli, the largest river island in the world

Majuli has shrunk tremendously over the years due to climate change. An increase in temperature in the Himalayas melts the ice leading to flash floods along the Brahmaputra river. The island is sustaining on tourism. People from the nearby states visit the island to relax and spend some time away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Here are a few facts about the largest river island that are not known to many.
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Updated on Jul 12, 2021 11:24 am IST
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