Deepor Beel Location: Situated in Kamrup district, Assam, Deepor Beel is a permanent freshwater lake and bird sanctuary. Geographical Significance: A riverine wetland formed in a former channel of the Brahmaputra River. Lies south of the Brahmaputra’s main channel. Ramsar
In Assam, migratory beekeeping is flourishing as beekeepers from states like West Bengal and Bihar transport their bee boxes to pollinate mustard fields and produce honey. What is Apiculture? Definition: Apiculture, or beekeeping, refers to the practice of maintaining bee
Annual three-day fair held in Dayang Belguri near Jagiroad, Morigaon district, Assam. Organized by the Tiwa community, usually held in mid-January after Magh Bihu. Famous for reviving the ancient barter system. Barter System: Tribes like Tiwa, Karbi, Khasi, and Jaintia
Five of the nine most polluted water bodies in Assam are located in Guwahati. The Bharalu River is the most polluted water body in the state. Key Factors Behind Pollution: Sewerage Discharge: Unregulated discharge of sewage into water bodies. Improper
History Establishment: Founded in the 15th century by Srimanta Sankardev, these Vaishnavite monasteries emerged as cultural and spiritual hubs in Assam. Traced back to Sankardev’s reformative efforts, the Sattras symbolized spiritual and social transformation. Evolution: Over 65 Sattras have been
Swasthya Sewa Utsav-3.0 is being Organized by the Government of Assam, in collaboration with the National Health Mission, Assam. Features of Swasthya Sewa Utsav-3: Nation’s First-of-its-Kind Initiative Aims to strengthen public health infrastructure and healthcare delivery. Focus on Healthcare Gap
The arrival of Siu-ka-pha in the Brahmaputra Valley in 1228 CE marked the foundation of Mong Dun Sun Kham (present-day Assam). It was the first day of Din Ching (16 Aghun, December 2). His leadership and policies had profound impacts
The death anniversary of Raghunath Choudhary, popularly known as Bihogi Kobi, was observed on the month of November. Raghunath Choudhary (1879–1967) was an Indian writer associated with the Jonaki era, the romantic era of Assamese literature. He is famously known
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