Riverbank erosion in the Brahmaputra Valley has been a persistent issue, causing widespread devastation across Assam. This natural process results in the loss of lives, agricultural land, and infrastructure, exacerbating the socio-economic hardships of affected communities. The problem intensifies with
The Treaty of Yandabo was signed on February 24, 1826, between the British East India Company and the Burmese Kingdom. It ended the First Anglo-Burmese War (1824-1826) and marked the beginning of British rule in Assam and other northeastern regions.
Human-wildlife conflict is a pressing environmental issue in India, especially in states like Assam, where elephant migration routes intersect with human settlements. Hati-Bandhu, a conservation group, has been working tirelessly to mitigate this conflict, particularly in the Arimora Chapori region
About Deepor Beel Location: Perennial freshwater lake located on the outskirts of Guwahati, Assam. Origin: Former channel of the Brahmaputra River. Area: Covers 4.1 sq. km. Stormwater Basin: Major stormwater storage for Guwahati city. Outflow: Drains into the Khandajan rivulet,
ICFRE-RFRI (Jorhat) and Assam State Environment and Forest Department released FSHCs for all 33 territorial forest divisions of Assam. Soil Health Card Scheme: Launched by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare on December 5, 2015. Provides a printed report
Radha Govinda Baruah Radha Govinda Baruah was a prominent Assamese nationalist, educationist, entrepreneur, and sports promoter. Born: 17 October 1900 Died: 15 July 1977 Known as: “Architect of Modern Assam” & “Singhapurush” (Lion Man) Contributions to Education Played a key
Karbi Youth Festival begins. Karbi Youth Festival: The largest and oldest ethnic celebration in Northeast India is the Karbi Youth celebration. The Karbi and other ethnic communities who live in the regions under the jurisdiction of the Karbi Anglong Autonomous
Sattras of Assam Origins: Rooted in the Bhakti movement led by Mahapurush Srimanta Sankaradeva and Mahapurush Sri Sri Madhavadeva. Role in Assamese Society: Served as centers for spiritual and cultural renaissance, preserving Sattriya traditions. Types of Sattras: Among various sattras,
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