Assam Events & Updates
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Zubeen Garg Seminar at EFLU Shillong 2026: Exploring Culture, Identity and Northeast India
A two-day national seminar at EFLU Shillong on March 26-27, 2026 explores the cultural impact of Zubeen Garg on Assam and Northeast India through art, music, an…
Dr. Partha Sarathi Mahanta's CHYIMI Wins Best Director at New York Short Animation Festival 2026
Indian animated short film CHYIMI by Dr. Partha Sarathi Mahanta wins Best Director at NYSAF 2026, bringing global recognition to Assamese storytelling.
Assam Election 2026 Schedule: Voting Date, Counting Date and Full Details
The Election Commission of India has announced the schedule for the Assam Assembly Election 2026. Voting for the 126-member legislative assembly will take place…
New Plant Species Osbeckia zubeengargiana Discovered in Assam's Manas National Park
Researchers from Gauhati University have discovered a new plant species named Osbeckia zubeengargiana in Assam's Manas National Park. The species is named after…
Assam Government Renames Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed Medical College to Barpeta Medical College
The Assam Cabinet has approved the renaming of Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed Medical College and Hospital in Barpeta as Barpeta Medical College and Hospital. The decisio…
Dress Code Proposed for Batadrava Than: Assam Government Plans Traditional Attire Rule
The Assam government is planning to introduce a traditional dress code for visitors above 12 years at Batadrava Than in Nagaon to preserve the sanctity and cult…
Mobile Phone Ban for Teachers in Assam's Sivasagar Schools During Class Hours to Improve Student Learning
Authorities in Assam's Sivasagar district have enforced a strict ban on mobile phone use by teachers during school hours to reduce classroom distractions and im…
Vibrant North East 2026 Returns to Guwahati to Boost Northeast India's Economy
The Vibrant North East 2026 summit will take place from 27–29 April 2026 in Guwahati, bringing together government bodies, investors, farmers, startups and indu…
Assam Ranks 4th in The New York Times 52 Places to Visit in 2025 List – A Global Tourism Milestone
Assam secures 4th position in The New York Times 52 Places to Visit in 2025 list, gaining global recognition for its wildlife, tea gardens, and UNESCO heritage …
Assam 2026 Election Update: Congress Samay Parivartan Yatra vs BJP Jana Ashirwad Yatra Explained
Assam 2026 Assembly elections heat up as Congress launches Samay Parivartan Yatra and BJP counters with Jana Ashirwad Yatra, intensifying the political battle s…
Filmfare Awards Assamese 2026 Winners: Bidurbhai Sweeps 9 Awards, Zubeen Garg Honoured with Lifetime Tribute
Bidurbhai dominates Filmfare Awards Assamese 2026 with nine wins, while Zubeen Garg receives a posthumous Lifetime Achievement honour in Guwahati.
Assam Illegal Rat-Hole Mining 2026 Update: Patkai Mountains, Dehing Patkai and Government Crackdown
Illegal rat-hole coal mining resurfaces in Assam and near Dehing Patkai in 2026, with activists demanding wildlife sanctuary status and stricter enforcement.