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Sarbananda Sonowal unveils a plan to create inland waterways for Rs 50,000 crore

11Jan

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Sarbananda Sonowal unveils a plan to create inland waterways for Rs 50,000 crore

Sarbananda Sonowal, the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, unveiled a Rs 50,000 crore plan to build inland waterways in India on January 10, 2025, at the second meeting of the Inland Waterways Development Council. According to the grand plan, the nation's waterways infrastructure would be developed during the following five years. The Riverine Community Development Scheme, which focuses on community development around national waterways, is one of the plan's key components. It will support the preservation of traditional riverine knowledge, skill development, and trade and tourism. Vessel traffic on waterways will also be regulated with the implementation of the National River Traffic and Navigation System (NRT&NS). To promote long-haul cargo transportation on well-k...

Byrnihat becomes most polluted city in India

9Jan

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Byrnihat becomes most polluted city in India

Byrnihat, a town situated near the Assam-Meghalaya border, has consistently ranked among India's most polluted cities throughout 2024, and this situation has continued to prevail in 2025. The Central Pollution Control Board's (CPCB) air quality monitoring stations in Byrnihat have often recorded alarmingly high levels of particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10) throughout the previous year. These fine particles, when inhaled, can cause serious health problems as they penetrate deep into the lungs. As of Wednesday, January 8, the CPCB's findings state that the city recorded a PM2.5 level of 310, which placed it under the 'Very Poor' air quality category. Only Hapur from Uttar Pradesh was the other city to prevail within this category as well, albeit registering its PM2.5 level at a slightly ...

Rescuers fight water and time to save Dima Hasao miners

9Jan

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Rescuers fight water and time to save Dima Hasao miners

The recovery of one body, identified as Ganga Bahadur Srestho from Nepal, presented difficulties for rescue efforts at a flooded coal mine in the Dima Hasao region of Assam on Wednesday. There are still eight stranded miners, and their chances of surviving are dwindling. The miners have been being rescued by a combined team of the Army, Navy, and emergency response agencies. However, the endeavor has been made more difficult by the mine's murky and corrosive water. Special DGP Harmeet Singh emphasized the challenges in emptying the mine, pointing out that there appears to be an underground link to another water supply, which keeps the water level high. No more remains or evidence of the trapped miners have been found, despite the use of sophisticated equipment, such as a remote underwa...

10,000 mahogany saplings were dispersed across Doomdooma

6Jan

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10,000 mahogany saplings were dispersed across Doomdooma

10,000 priceless Mahogony tree saplings were given to the locals at the No. 1 Mohan village public ground in Bardumcha by engineer Manikeshwar Deori of No. 2 Mohong Deori, who is currently employed by the Oil and Gas Multinational Company in the Netherlands. Mohan Moran, President of Tinsukia Zila Xahitya Xabha, presided over an awareness gathering about the advantages of Mehogoni trees prior to the distribution of tree seedlings that Manikeshwar Deori personally purchased. Ratnakanta Moran, Secretary, Mohong Anchalik Yubak Sangha, served as the meeting's moderator. According to engineer Manikeshwar Deuri, there was a significant demand for Mahogony trees. "There will always be a need for Mahogony trees for the construction of boats, wooden furniture, etc. In addition to preserving the...

The Rabha Hasong Museum opens by Assam CM in Goalpara

4Jan

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The Rabha Hasong Museum opens by Assam CM in Goalpara

The Museum of Rabha Hasong Autonomous Council in Udaypur, Dudhnoi, Goalpara district, was officially opened on Friday by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. At an investment of Rs. 1.80 crore, this museum was founded with the goal of conserving and promoting the rich cultural heritage of the Rabha people, including their traditional arts, artifacts, costumes, and rituals. Alongside the museum, an e-library was also launched, providing digital access to hundreds of volumes from around the globe. The Rabha community is expected to see significant socio-economic and cultural development as a result of these new facilities, as the Chief Minister's Office (CMO) declared in a statement on X. CM Sarma honored King Veer Parshuram, a Rabha king renowned for his defiance of the Mughal Empi...

An uncommon view of Mandarin Ducks near Manas National Park

23Dec

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An uncommon view of Mandarin Ducks near Manas National Park

In the Baksa district of Assam, near Manas National Park and Tiger Reserve, a rare Mandarin duck with bright, colorful plumage was spotted in the designated forest region. The sighting took place on December 18 about 3:20 PM and was confirmed by Edison Basumatary and Tomal Gogoi, researchers with the Manas Maozigendri Eco-Tourism Society (MMES). Since this is the first time the Mandarin duck has been spotted in Lower Assam, conservationists and birdwatchers are thrilled. The Mandarin duck is indigenous to forested eastern Asian nations, including China, Japan, Korea, and parts of Russia. It is well known for having a unique and striking appearance. Reddish facial "whiskers," orange feathers that resemble boat sails, a red bill, and a white crescent above the eye are characteristics of ...

At Manas National Park, a picnic area is opened

20Dec

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At Manas National Park, a picnic area is opened

Winter has arrived, and on the morning of December 20, a picnic area was opened in the Manas National Park beside the Beki River. The Forest Picnic Management Committee and several other committees attended the inauguration ceremony. The picnic place is located in the Bahbari range of this World Heritage Site's Nayanguri region. The picnic area offers enough of parking for cars entering the property, and as a result, a fee has been set for each vehicle. Visitors must pay Rs 500 for buses, Rs 400 for travelers, and Rs 300 for Magic. As a result, private two-wheelers cost Rs 50 and four-wheelers Rs 200. Additionally, rafting and safaris are available to picnickers. Men's and women's restrooms are available separately.

Kahibari AWC in Morigaon hosted a free mobile eye check-up camp

16Dec

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Kahibari AWC in Morigaon hosted a free mobile eye check-up camp

As part of the District Social Welfare Office's Bhurbandha ICDS Project, NEDCHR, Niz-Dandua, Morigaon, recently held a free mobile eye check-up camp at Kahibari AWC. Through SECI's CSR funds, the Solar Energy Corporation of India Ltd. (SEC I) provided support to the NEDCHR in order to host the free mobile eye check-up camp. In the presence of DSWO Manika Barthakur, BDO-Rahul Deka, the Vice Chairman of NEDCHR, Dr. Pulen Chandra Laskar, and the Secretary of NEDCHR, Dr. J.P. Sharma, the Dy. Manager of SECI, New Delhi, Dr. Voibhavi Mane, lit an earthen lamp to officially launch the eye camp. Alongside the camp's organization, a meeting was held. During the meeting, Dy. Manager Dr. Voibhavi Mane explained in detail how the polluted environment has negatively impacted people's eyes and how t...

The Rani Forest Department of Assam confiscates a vehicle carrying illegal lumber

14Dec

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The Rani Forest Department of Assam confiscates a vehicle carrying illegal lumber

An illegal timber-laden truck traveling from Meghalaya without a number plate was captured by the Rani forest department early on December 14 during a search near the Pageli Tea Estate, which is situated on the Assam-Meghalaya border on the western outskirts of Guwahati. Following a particular tip-off, Rani Regional Forest Officer Roji Barman led the operation, according to forest department sources. The Meghalayan vehicle carrying expensive timber valued at nearly Rs 2 lakh that was being trafficked was stopped at Pageli Tea Estate. An individual suspected of engaging in the illicit timber trade, allegedly working under the alias "Patil" in the neighboring Kaharpora region of Rani, is thought to have smuggled the timber. Locals in Rani, meanwhile, have accused certain employees of the...

Assam Police STF apprehends drug dealer and seizes heroin

12Dec

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Assam Police STF apprehends drug dealer and seizes heroin

In the Betkuchi neighborhood of Guwahati, the Special Task Force (STF) of the Assam Police apprehended a narcotics dealer and seized 239 grams of heroin. Nurul Haque, 45, of the Dholai neighborhood in the Cachar district, has been identified as the person who was arrested. According to Pranab Jyoti Goswami "During the search, the STF team recovered and seized 19 soap boxes containing heroin weighing 239.5 grams and one mobile phone from the possession of the person." The necessary legal procedures have been started. In a another case, as part of an ongoing investigation into a case involving counterfeit currency, the Special Task Force (STF) captured three wanted co-accused from the Tegheria neighborhood in the Kamrup (Metro) district. The arrests came after STF Police Station Case No....