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'If we remain silent...': Assam CM Sarma warns of demographic threat on Independence Day

Assam | Aug 15, 2025, 04:44 PM IST

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, in a fiery Independence Day speech, warned of a looming "demographic threat" and urged indigenous people to defend their identity, land, and culture.

Ashwani Kumar, Director DITEC, appeals for equal respect and safety for women in every office

India | Aug 10, 2025, 01:08 PM IST

Ashwani Kumar has pledged to foster an office environment where women feel secure, respected, and free to speak without fear.

Reckless pull-ups on India's longest bridge take social media by storm | Watch

Trending | Aug 07, 2025, 01:43 PM IST

In the video, the man is seen gripping the edge of the bridge's railing and doing pull-ups, while onlookers watch and record the dangerous stunt on their phones.

Actress Nandini Kashyap was arrested on Wednesday

Assamese actor Nandini Kashyap arrested for allegedly killing student in hit-and-run incident

Crime | Jul 30, 2025, 05:28 PM IST

Assamese actor Nandini Kashyap has been arrested in connection with a hit-and-run incident in Guwahati that led to the death of 21-year-old Samiul Haque. Kashyap allegedly fled the scene after the accident, and the victim later succumbed to his injuries.

Assam may have equal Hindu-Muslim population by 2041: CM Himanta cites Census data

Assam | Jul 23, 2025, 07:19 PM IST

This is not the first time CM Himanta has flagged concerns over the demographic change in the northeast state. While addressing a press conference in Guwahati last week, Himanta had claimed that the indigenous communities of Assam are facing "invasion" from people of a particular religion.

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma downplays immediate concerns over China's Brahmaputra dam

India | Jul 21, 2025, 02:21 PM IST

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma downplays immediate concerns over China's massive Brahmaputra dam, emphasising ongoing diplomatic efforts and the river’s multiple water sources.

Here's what you need to know about Mekhela Chador

Mekhela Chador: Here's what you need to know about this traditional Assamese outfit

Fashion | Jul 19, 2025, 06:54 PM IST

From ghagra choli to salwar kameez, different states in India have different regional outfit, one of them is the Mekhela Chador. Made from the finest quality of silk, it is traditional outfit for women from the state of Assam. Here's what you need to know about this traditional Assamese outfit.

Rahul Gandhi accuses Assam CM of corruption, Himanta Biswa Sarma hits back citing legal cases

Assam | Jul 16, 2025, 05:32 PM IST

During a day-long visit to Assam, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and his family of corruption, asserting that the people of the state would “put him in jail.” Gandhi also alleged collusion between the BJP and the Election Commission and criticised media bias.

Assam woman kills husband, buries body at home; later surrenders to police

Assam | Jul 15, 2025, 09:31 PM IST

A Guwahati woman was arrested for allegedly killing her husband during a domestic dispute and burying his body in their house compound, with police suspecting possible involvement of others.

Assam man arrested for creating, posting AI-generated pornographic pics, videos of woman online

Assam | Jul 14, 2025, 05:32 PM IST

According to Dibrugarh Senior Superintendent of Police (in-charge) Sizal Agarwal, the victim approached the police on Saturday after discovering that digitally altered images and videos of her were being circulated online.

Dalai Lama declines naming successor, empowers Tibetan trust for decision | 02 July | Speed News

Originals | Jul 02, 2025, 11:33 PM IST

Dalai Lama refuses to name successor, entrusts Tibetan leadership decision to a trust. Rajnath Singh says BJP has public trust, boosts worker morale ahead of Bihar polls. Assam faces Japanese Encephalitis outbreak: 10 dead, 44 cases at GMCH. Stay updated with today's Speed News.

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Japanese Encephalitis surges in Assam: 10 deaths and 44 cases reported at GMCH in 2025

India | Jul 02, 2025, 04:12 PM IST

Japanese Encephalitis surge in Assam: Japanese Encephalitis is a mosquito-borne viral infection transmitted by the bite of infected Culex mosquitoes. The virus primarily circulates between water birds and pigs, while humans serve as accidental or dead-end hosts.

5 textiles from Assam you should have in your wardrobe

Fashion | Jul 02, 2025, 03:15 PM IST

India is known for the variety of textiles that are available in the country. There are different types of textiles from each state, with each telling a story of their origin and region. Read on to know about some textiles from Assam that you should have in your wardrobe.

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DITEC launches engineering internship programme in Assam under Director Ashwani Kumar

Career | Jun 19, 2025, 04:42 PM IST

The DITEC has launched an internship programme for engineering students pursuing degrees in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Technology from institutions across Assam. Scroll down to know more about the internship programme.

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