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Assam to make shelter home for transgenders: CM Sarma
Guwahati, March 12: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday asserted that as part of the government's commitment towards inclusivity, the state administration will establish a shelter home in Guwahati for the transgender community.
Rs 10,440 cr allocated for Northeast Frontier Railway: Minister
Guwahati, March 9: Union Minister of State for Railways and Jal Shakti V. Somanna on Sunday said that a record allocation of Rs 10,440 crores has been made for Railways in the northeastern region in the Union Budget 2025–26.
Assam CM inaugurates improved Radha Govinda Barua path and Bhupen Hazarika path
Guwahati, March 8: To facilitate smooth connectivity within the city and ensure the free movement of sports lovers to the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurate the improved Radha Govinda Barua path and Dr. Bhupen Hazarika path, including an RCC bridge over the river Mora Bharalu, adjacent to the stadium in Guwahati.
Joint regional official language conference for east and northeast regions held in Guwahati
Guwahati, March 5: The Joint Regional Official Language Conference and Award Distribution Ceremony for the East and Northeast regions, organized by the Department of Official Language, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, was held in Guwahati on Wednesday.
Integrated terminal of Guwahati airport to be ready by this year: Assam CM
Guwahati, March 2: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday announced that the new terminal of Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in Guwahati will be open to the public this year.
IIT Guwahati, Danfoss Industries sign MoU to drive innovation in sustainable tech at IInvenTiv 2025
Guwahati, February 28: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Danfoss Industries Private Limited, during IInvenTiv 2025, the Global Innovation Showcase hosted at IIT Madras.
5.0 magnitude quake hits Assam's Morigaon, tremors felt in Guwahati
Guwahati, Feb 27: An earthquake of magnitude five on the Richter scale jolted Assam's Morigaon district in the early hours of Thursday, the National Center for Seismology (NCS) noted.
PM Modi is doing everything possible for Assam: Chief Minister Himanta Sarma
Guwahati, February 26: Terming the Advantage Assam 2.0 Investment and Infrastructure Summit a "landmark for Assam," Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday said that no state has witnessed such a massive investment summit except Gujarat.
Mukesh Ambani offers prayers at Kamakhya Temple
Guwahati, February 25: Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani offered prayers at the Kamakhya Temple on Tuesday.
Assam, Northeastern states have seen act fast, act first when it comes to development: EAM Jaishankar at Advantage Assam 2.0
Guwahati, February 25: While addressing the Advantage Assam 2.0 in Guwahati, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted on Tuesday how all the Northeastern states of the country have benefitted from the 'Act East, Act Fast and Act First' policy of the union government, saying that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has personally taken an interest in developing the region.
Advantage Assam: PM Modi hails role of Northeast in building prosperous India
New Delhi, Feb 25: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Advantage Assam 2.0 investors' summit in Guwahati on Tuesday, emphasizing that Eastern India has always played a crucial role in shaping a prosperous India.
PM Modi unveils design of new integrated terminal building of Guwahati Airport
Guwahati, Feb 24: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday unveiled the design of the New Integrated Terminal Building (NITB) of Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International (LGBI) Airport in Guwahati at the Advantage Assam 2.0 summit, officials said.
Youth are the driving force of our nation: Union Cabinet Minister Sarbananda Sonowal
Guwahati, February 23: Union Cabinet Minister for Ports, Shipping & Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal emphasised the role of youth in nation-building during his address at the Think India North-East Summit 2025, held at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati on Sunday.
'Panch Parivartan' is key to social transformation: RSS chief
Guwahati, Feb 23: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat, who is now on a five-day visit to Assam, on Sunday said that five essential transformations -- social harmony, family values, environment protection, Swadeshi practices, and civic duties -- are desirable for the society.
Assam: Tight security arrangements made ahead of PM Modi's two-day visit
Guwahati, February 23: Tight security arrangements have been made in Guwahati ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit to Assam, confirmed to ANI by a source.
PM Modi to inaugurate Advantage Assam 2.0 in Guwahati on Feb 25
New Delhi, Feb 22: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his visit to Assam, will inaugurate the investors' summit, Advantage Assam 2.0, in Guwahati on February 25.
IIT Guwahati signs technology transfer MoU for low-cost, high-yield C-phycocyanin production technology
Guwahati, February 18: In a major step towards bringing sustainable biotechnology solutions from lab to market, the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati signed a Memorandum of Understanding with K.N. Bioscience (India) Pvt. Ltd. on Tuesday for the large-scale commercialisation of C-Phycocyanin production from Spirulina biomass.
Brahmaputra Riverfront Development Project to be completed by April: Assam Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah
Guwahati, February 15: Work is in full swing for the construction of the Brahmaputra Riverfront Development Project in Guwahati which is designed to offer a beautiful view of the Brahmaputra River.
KKR IPL Trophy Tour marks grand beginning in Guwahati
Guwahati, February 14: The Kolkata Knight Riders' first-of-its-kind Trophy Tour began in Guwahati on Friday, bringing the excitement of the Indian Premier League (IPL) to the cricket-loving state of Assam.
Guwahati: Assam Minister launches Online Building Permission System
Guwahati, February 13: Assam Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs Jayanta Mallabaruah on Thursday ceremonially launched the Online Building Permission System (OBPS) during a programme held in Guwahati. The OBPS will be available in 32 Municipalities across the state.
IIT Guwahati develops conductive textile that converts electricity, sunlight into heat
Guwahati, Feb 13: Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati developed a water-repellent, conductive textile that converts electricity and sunlight into heat.
Tata Motors unveils registered vehicle scrapping facility in Guwahati
Guwahati, Feb 8: Tata Motors on Saturday launched its registered vehicle scrapping facility (RVSF) here that has the capacity to safely dismantle up to 15,000 end-of-life vehicles annually, using sustainable and environmentally conscious processes.
Assam: Job fair organised for ex-servicemen seeking reemployment
Guwahati, Feb 7: Under the initiative of the Ministry of Defence, a job fair was organised at Narangi cantonment camp in Guwahati on Friday to bring the ex-servicemen seeking re-employment and the employment providers on a common platform, officials said.
Japanese delegation visits IIT Guwahati ahead of Advantage Assam 2.0 conclave: Assam CM
Guwahati, February 6: A delegation of Japanese industrial leaders and intellectuals visited Assam on Tuesday, making stops at IIT Guwahati and the Tata semiconductor assembly facility, according to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday.
Assam CM inaugurates upgradation project of LGBI airport in Guwahati
Guwahati, Feb 5: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday inaugurated the upgradation project at Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International (LGBI) Airport to enhance passenger convenience, experience and ease of travel, officials said.
PM Modi to attend Advantage Assam 2.0 Summit in Guwahati: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Guwahati, February 5: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Wednesday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will arrive at Guwahati airport at approximately 5 pm on February 24, and would attend the Advantage Assam 2.0 Summit.
Indian Army signs MoU with IIT Guwahati for epoxy bamboo-based composites
Guwahati, February 4: In a momentous event, Gajraj Corps of the Indian Army and IIT Guwahati signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for research, design and fabrication of Epoxy bamboo-based composites as replacement of traditional building materials used in the construction of bunkers in high altitude areas.
IIT Guwahati develops multi-stage clinical trial method for personalised medical care
Guwahati, February 3: Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati, in partnership with leading institutions around the world, have devised an innovative multi-stage clinical trial method that aims to revolutionise personalised medical care.
IIT Guwahati's new multi-stage clinical trial method to enhance personalised medical care
Guwahati, Feb 3: Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, in collaboration with leading global institutions, have developed an innovative multi-stage clinical trial method aimed at revolutionising personalised medical care.
IIT Guwahati researchers develops nanomaterial to detect mercury in cells & environment
Guwahati, Jan 27: Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati on Monday announced the development of a new nanomaterial that can be a cost-effective method for identifying toxic metals like mercury in human cells.
Assam: Woman gives birth to baby at Guwahati railway station
Guwahati, Jan 20: In a dramatic turn of events, a woman from Bihar gave birth to a baby on platform number four of Guwahati Railway Station on Monday, turning an ordinary train journey into a memorable moment.
Northeast Frontier Railway achieves significant growth in non-fare revenue from advertisements
Guwahati, January 18: The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has achieved commendable progress in generating non-fare revenue through various innovative advertisement initiatives during the period from April to December 2024.
Assam CM Sarma takes stock of preparations for Republic Day celebrations in Guwahati and Dibrugarh
Guwahati, January 17: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in a meeting held at Lok Sewa Bhawan in Guwahati on Friday took stock of the preparations put in place for the celebrations of the ensuing Republic Day to be held in Guwahati and Dibrugarh respectively.
Guwahati Asian Film Festival to showcase Asia's cinematic brilliance from Feb 7-9
Guwahati, January 16: The much-awaited Guwahati Asian Film Festival (GAFF) 2025 is set to take place from February 7-9, 2025, at the historic Jyoti Chitraban Film Studio, Guwahati.
Assam: Army jawans avert fire mishap at railway coach restaurant in Guwahati
Guwahati, January 16: A fire broke out at the kitchen section of a repurposed "railway coach" restaurant, located outside Guwahati Railway Station in the state capital on Thursday afternoon, according to a Defence PRO press release.
Assam: Veterans Day celebrated at Narangi Military Station in Guwahati
Guwahati, January 14: Veterans Day was celebrated at Narangi Military Station in Assam's Guwahati on Tuesday with 'gusto and spirit of camaraderie', a release said.
Assam: DG BSF reviews operational preparedness of BSF Guwahati Frontier
Guwahati, January 14: Daljit Singh Chaudhry, Director General of Border Security Force (BSF) on Tuesday during his one-day visit to BSF Guwahati Frontier, reviewed the current security scenario and operational preparedness along the India-Bangladesh International Border. The Director General was briefed by Sanjay Gaur, Inspector General, BSF Guwahati Frontier and staff officers about operational preparedness, measures to combat various challenges on Indo-Bangladesh international border and discussed various remedies to control trans-border crimes.
Foreign Object Debris walkthrough conducted at Guwahati airport to eliminate potential hazards
Guwahati, Jan 9: The Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (LGBIA) in Guwahati, managed by Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL), on Thursday conducted a Foreign Object Debris (FOD) walkthrough at the airside to eliminate any potential hazards, officials said.
ISL: NorthEast United FC eye win, while Punjab FC desperate to break losing streak
Guwahati, January 9: NorthEast United FC will host Punjab FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 on Friday, at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium to improve their position in the standings, a press release by the ISL stated.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan offers prayers at Kamakhya temple in Guwahati
Guwahati, January 9: Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, along with his wife, on Thursday visited the Kamakhya temple in Guwahati and sought blessings from Goddess Kamakhya.