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IIT Guwahati researchers study effect of 3D printed concrete walls on building's thermal performance
New Delhi, April 24: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati researchers have studied the effect of lattice-patterned 3d-printed concrete walls on a building's thermal performance. The study, led by Dr Biranchi Panda, Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, examines whether these specially designed walls can help regulate internal temperatures and improve the energy efficiency of buildings.
PM Modi to visit Assam on 100th birth anniversary of Dr Bhupen Hazarika: Assam CM Himanta
Guwahati, April 24: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma held a press conference on Thursday, during which he spoke about Prime Minister Modi's upcoming visit to Assam on the occasion of Bhupen Hazarika's 100th birth anniversary.
Indian scientists develop optical sensing platform to detect cholesterol
New Delhi, April 23: A team of interdisciplinary researchers at the Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST) in Guwahati, an autonomous institute under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), has developed an optical sensing platform for cholesterol detection, based on silk fibre functionalised using phosphorene quantum dots, it was announced on Wednesday.
Noted actor-singer of Assam Phwilao Basumatary passes away at 54
Guwahati, April 23: Assam's entertainment world is in mourning following the death of popular actor and singer Phwilao Basumatary, who passed away in the wee hours of Wednesday at a private hospital in Guwahati at the age of 54.
Guwahati Tea Auction centre sets new record, sells tea with Rs 3,850 crore in FY 25
Guwahati, April 22: The Guwahati Tea Auction Centre (GTAC) has set a new record, selling tea worth Rs 3850 crore in the financial year 2024-25.
IIT Guwahati launches 4-year BS in Biomedical Science & Engineering
Guwahati, April 21: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati announced the launch of its new four-year Bachelor of Science (BS) Program in Biomedical Science and Engineering. The program will be offered by the Jyoti and Bhupat Mehta School of Health Sciences and Technology (JBMSHST) at IIT Guwahati.
Storm, heavy rain in Guwahati causes widespread power outages
Guwahati, April 21: Due to a spell of heavy rain and unexpected storm, many areas in Guwahati city were facing severe power outages and load shedding, an electricity department official said on Monday.
We will transform Guwahati within one and half year: Assam Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah
Guwahati, April 20: Assam Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah stated that Guwahati would be transformed into an attractive city within one and a half year.
Guwahati Tea Auction Centre registers record performance in 2024-25
Guwahati, April 20: The Guwahati Tea Auction Centre (GTAC) has delivered a record-breaking sales in the just-concluded financial year 2024-25.
Assam Police seize drugs valued at Rs 2.2 crore, woman held
Guwahati, April 19: Special Task Force (STF) of Assam Police seized drugs valued at Rs 2.2 crore and arrested a woman drug peddler in Guwahati on Saturday, officials said.
Assam: RPF boosts railway security at Guwahati with new escort hall, CCTV facility
Guwahati, April 19: In a development aimed at fortifying railway safety and boosting operational efficiency, Manoj Yadava, Director General of the Railway Protection Force (RPF), inaugurated the newly constructed Escort Mobilisation Hall and the extensively upgraded CCTV Surveillance Room at Guwahati Railway Station on Saturday.
Assam : CM invites PM Modi to key events in state, Bhupen Hazarika's Birth centenary celebrations
New Delhi, April 19: : Assam Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday met Prime Minister, Narendra Modi and invited him to the inaugural function of the year-long birth centenary celebrations of doyen of music Bharat Ratna, Dr.Bhupen Hazarika.
IIT Guwahati, HDFC Parivartan launch tech-based rural development initiatives in Assam, Meghalaya
Guwahati, April 17: The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, in collaboration with HDFC Parivartan, on Thursday, launched a series of technology-based rural development initiatives aimed at improving food and energy security, increasing farmer income, and building capacity among agricultural communities in the northeastern states of Assam and Meghalaya.
Assam Govt plans to transform GMCH into country's one of the largest hospitals: CM
Guwahati, April 16: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday said that all the steps have been taken to transform the Gauhati Medical College and Hospital into one of the largest in the country.
Guwahati Medical College gets northeast's first onco-robotic surgery facility
Guwahati, April 13: Marking a significant milestone in oncological surgery and improving outcome for cancer patients, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday inaugurated the first-ever onco-robotic surgery facility of the northeastern region at the State Cancer Institute in Guwahati Medical College and Hospital premises.
Assam: Markets in Guwahati abuzz with festive spirit ahead of Rongali Bihu
Guwahati, April 13: Markets in Guwahati are brimming with festive cheer as the city gears up to celebrate Rongali Bihu, the Assamese New Year.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurates robotic surgery system at State Cancer Institute in Guwahati
Guwahati, April 13: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday inaugurated the robotic surgery system at the State Cancer Institute in Guwahati.
12th Senior National Rugby 7s Championship to be held in Assam from April 23-29
Mumbai, April 11: Rugby India announced that the 12th Senior Rugby National Championships 2025 will be held from April 23 to 29 at the iconic Indira Gandhi Athletics Stadium in Guwahati. The most coveted national championship for Rugby will feature over 600 athletes from 26 states across both men's & women's categories.
National Taekwondo star Rodali Barua selected for Target Asian Games Scheme
Guwahati, April 10: National Taekwondo 2016 Senior Gold Medalist Rodali Barua is the first of Guwahati to be shortlisted in the prestigious Target Asian Games (TAG) scheme, a new initiative under the TOP (Target Olympic Podium) initiation aimed at preparing athletes for upcoming Asian Games competition.
Preparation for Rongali Bihu celebrations begins across Assam
Guwahati, April 9: Rongali Bihu fervour has gripped Guwahati and other parts of Assam as people prepare to celebrate the state's biggest festival, marking the Assamese New Year.
Assam: Rongali Festival 2025 concludes with vibrant celebration of culture, craft, and local produce
Guwahati, April 6: The 9th edition of the Rongali Good Vibes Festival 2025 concluded on Sunday in Guwahati after three vibrant days celebrating Assam's culture, creativity, and local enterprise.
Sara Ali Khan's visit to Kamakhya temple
Mumbai, April 4: Actor Sara Ali Khan recently took a spiritual trip and visited the Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati to offer her prayers.
NHAI to develop 121-km long Guwahati Ring Road on BOT mode
New Delhi/Guwahati, April 3: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) would develop a 121-km-long Guwahati Ring Road on Build Operate Toll (BOT) mode at a total cost of Rs 5,729 crore, officials said on Thursday.
NHAI to develop ambitious Guwahati Ring Road for Rs 5,729 crore
New Delhi, April 3: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has signed a concession agreement with Dineshchandra R Agrawal Infracon Pvt. Ltd for the development of the 121 km long Guwahati Ring Road.
BCCI announces 2025 home season fixtures for Indian men's team; Guwahati set to host maiden Test
Mumbai, April 2: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the 2025 home season fixtures for the Indian men's team, which will see West Indies and South Africa touring India for some exciting cricket action, kickstarting from October 2 onwards. Guwahati will also get to host its first-ever Test match.
Guwahati to make its debut as a Test venue during India men's 2025/26 home season
New Delhi, April 2: The Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati will be making its debut as a Test venue during the Indian men's team's 2025/26 home season, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced on Wednesday.
Guwahati gears up for Rongali Bihu celebrations with vibrant Bihu dance, dhol-playing workshops
Guwahati, April 2: Ahead of the Rongali Bihu celebrations, a workshop on Bihu dance and Dhol playing started at the Chandmari area in Guwahati on Tuesday.
IPL 2025: When and where to watch RR vs CSK, head -to-head record
Guwahati, March 30: After back-to-back defeats in IPL 2025 Rajasthan Royals will look to get their campaign back on track when they face Chennai Super Kings at the ACA Stadium on Sunday evening.
Guwahati airport takes proactive measures to ensure wildlife safety and prevent bird strikes
Guwahati, March 29: Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International (LGBI) Airport in Guwahati takes proactive measures to ensure wildlife safety and prevent bird strikes, officials said here on Saturday.
Sara Ali Khan to add Bollywood tadka to IPL mega celebrations in Guwahati
Guwahati, March 28: Before the commencement of the Chennai Super Kings' match against the Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati on March 30, the audience will get a chance to witness a dance performance by Bollywood star Sara Ali Khan.
Assam Police has not arrested any journalist in recent times, CM Sarma clarifies
Guwahati, March 27: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday clarified that the state police have not arrested any journalist in recent times.
Assam Minister Bimal Borah urges youth to take advantage of echo-system created by Advantage Assam 2.0
Guwahati, March 27: Assam Industry Minister Bimal Borah on Thursday urged the state's youth to take advantage of the echo system created by Advantage Assam 2.0.
IPL 2025: KKR wins toss, elects to bowl first against Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati
Guwahati, March 26: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) skipper Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and elected to bowl first against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the sixth match of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati on Wednesday.
Jacqueline Fernandez to miss performing at IPL ceremony in Guwahati due to mom's ailing health
Mumbai, March 25: Actor Jacqueline Fernandez will skip performing at the IPL ceremony in Guwahati on Wednesday as her mother is not keeping well.
World Theatre Day: Samahar Natya Gosthee to present its famous play 'Nyay' in Guwahati
Guwahati, March 25: Samahar Natya Gosthee, a well-known amateur theatre group, will stage its widely appreciated play 'Nyay' on the occasion of World Theatre Day on March 27.
Guwahati to host its first Test match against South Africa this November
Guwahati, March 24: Guwahati will host the home Test match against South Africa in November this year, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary Devajit Saikia confirmed on Monday.
North East Innovation festival concludes in Guwahati
Guwahati, March 23: The North East Innovation Festival 2025 concluded on Sunday at the National Science Centre, Khanapara, Guwahati. The National Science Centre organised the festival under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, in collaboration with the National Innovation Foundation. It celebrated grassroots innovations from across the region.
Assam cabinet approves 24/7 shop operations in Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Silchar
Dibrugarh, March 21: The Assam cabinet has permitted shops in major cities of the state, Guwahati, Dibrugarh and Silchar to operate 24/7, with the aim of boosting economy to encourage trade, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced. Liquor shops and bars in those cities have been exempt from this approval, with them operating the same times as before.
Assam Minister Atul Bora inaugurates FPO Mela in Guwahati
Guwahati, March 17: Assam Agriculture Minister Atul Bora on Monday inaugurated the Farmer's Producer Organisation (FPO) Mela in Guwahati.
Guwahati gears up for a flood-resilient future: Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah unveils major urban water management plans
Guwahati, March 13: Assam Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah outlined a comprehensive roadmap on Thursday to tackle artificial floods, improve urban infrastructure, and enhance water management in Guwahati City.