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Everything you need to know about Borah: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Everything you need to know about Borah: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Pre-exam stress can affect performance: Experts

February 19, 2013 at 2:24 PM

New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Stress before an exam is normal. But in excess, it's bad - both physically and mentally - and can adversely impact on performance. With the CBSE board exams just two weeks away, doctors say that students have been approaching them for medical intervention for various stress-related symptoms, which, at times, are very serious.

Bikash Bharali - a progressive dairy farmer from Jorhat

December 28, 2012 at 4:05 PM

Jorhat, Dec 28 (ANI): Bikash Bharali, a progressive farmer from Assam's Golaghat District, who runs a modern dairy farm provides an example of self-reliance that the youth of the region can follow.

'Man Of Steel' to release in 3D too

November 9, 2012 at 3:33 PM

Los Angeles, Nov 9 (IANS) Director Zack Snyder's new Superman film "Man Of Steel" is set to release in 3D format in selected theatres.

Police instructor suspended for forcing constables to drink urine

August 11, 2012 at 6:57 PM

Shillong, Aug 11 (IANS) The Meghalaya government Saturday suspended police training instructor Pradip Borah after he made two constable recruits drink the urine of fellow trainees, police said.

Two constables forced to drink urine in Meghalaya

August 11, 2012 at 1:29 PM

Shillong, Aug 11 (IANS) A Meghalaya Police battalion instructor was removed from duty after he made two recruit constables drink the urine of fellow trainees, police here said. The state government Saturday said strong action will be taken against the accused, if found guilty.

Security forces recover cache of arms from cremation ground in Tinsukia

July 24, 2012 at 11:23 AM

Tinsukia, July 24 (ANI): In a joint operation, the paramilitary forces and state police recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunition from a cremation ground in Assam's Tinsukia District.

Annual heritage pony race held Assam

February 12, 2012 at 9:59 PM

Jorhat, Feb 12 (ANI): The annual heritage pony race was recently Assam's Jorhat District, which is also one of the oldest sporting events that witnesses record footfalls every year.

Annual heritage pony race held Assam

February 12, 2012 at 3:49 PM

Jorhat, Feb 12 (ANI): The annual heritage pony race was recently Assam's Jorhat District, which is also one of the oldest sporting events that witnesses record footfalls every year.

Now, development the watchword in Assam's Kakotiya village

September 20, 2011 at 9:27 PM

Sivasagar (Assam), Sep 20 (ANI): As militancy declines in the northeast, people living in rural areas have been the biggest beneficiaries of speeded up development in states such as Assam.

'Superman - Man of Steel' release date pushed back for 'The Hobbit'

July 22, 2011 at 5:27 PM

Washington, July 22 (ANI): 'Superman' fans are in for a disappointment as studio bosses have postponed the release date for the new film to 2013, to make way for 'The Hobbit', which is set to be released next year.

Bihu promotes cultural exchange between Assam, Tripura

June 20, 2011 at 4:21 PM

Agartala, June 20 (ANI): Bihu, the national festival of Assam, was recently held in Tripura to spread awareness about different existing cultures in the region.

Rongali Bihu celebrated with fervor in Assam

April 29, 2011 at 1:18 PM

Guwahati, Apr 29 (ANI): The sounds of drumbeats and cymbals thrilled the milieu as people celebrated the Rongali Bihu festival with utmost enthusiasm in Assam.

Proud Jorhat village showcases its young entrepreneurial talent

December 2, 2010 at 4:40 PM

Jorhat (Assam), Dec.2 (ANI): The Naobishi village in Assam's Jorhat District has acquired fame in the northeast region for its young entrepreneurial talent.ere, the safety of government jobs is looked down upon, as dynamic youngsters are very keen to start their own ventures.

Football promotes unity in diversity in nort-heast

November 1, 2010 at 8:22 PM

Jorhat, Nov.1 (ANI): Football is to North-East what cricket is to the rest for the country. The passion for football among the people of the north-east has led to opening of various football clubs here.

Assam's Cheniamguri village youngsters banish militancy through self-employment

October 9, 2010 at 6:38 PM

Cheniamguri village (Assam), Oct.9 (ANI): Many youngsters in Assam's villages have taken up different vocations instead of looking for jobs. They have changed life in the villages, which once used to be havens for militant activities.

Theatre festival features 'terrorism and peace'

August 31, 2010 at 9:38 PM

Jorhat, Aug.31 (ANI): A two-day drama festival was held at theater hall here recently, highlighting various issues of public interest. The one that drew maximum attention was based on the theme of "terrorism and peace".

Mobile library helps change Majauli Island

March 15, 2010 at 6:39 PM

Guwahati, Mar 15 (ANI): Majuli is the largest riverine island populated by tribal people in upper Assam has basic medical and educational infrastructure, but to facilitate education on the island, some local people have started a mobile library.

Filmmaker Maniram expresses concern over Assam film industry degradation

March 7, 2010 at 8:09 PM

Guwahati, Mar 7 (ANI): Lack of motivation, infrastructure, funds and militancy has severely affected the Assam film industry, but Assamese filmmakers like N. Maniram provide it with a ray of hope.

Public Sector Oil companies ask for compensation

January 14, 2010 at 4:09 PM

New Delhi, Jan 14 (ANI): Petroleum Minister Murli Deora, who met Union Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee on Thursday to seek compensation for the public sector oil firms for their losses, said the Finance Ministry has offered less than half of the amount asked for.

Hugh Jackman to star in Dreamworks' 'Real Steel'?

November 24, 2009 at 1:22 PM

Washington, Nov 24 (ANI): Hugh Jackman is in talks with DreamWorks bosses to star in their upcoming robot flick "Real Steel".

Educational day centre transforms lives of Assam's disabled children

October 22, 2009 at 6:19 PM

Jorhat (Assam), Oct 22(ANI): An educational day centre for spastic children in Assam's Jorhat city is helping and supporting disabled children through various rehabilitation programmes.

OTBL, Oil India to use "Oilzapper technology" in Assam to treat hazardous oil spill

June 16, 2009 at 3:33 PM

New Delhi, June 16 (ANI/Business Wire India): The environment impacts of crude oil are well known and with the increasing awareness as well as stringent statutory regulations, it is imperative to look in to safe and economic solutions in managing, treatment and disposal of these hazardous wastes.

Steel rods help 8-year-old relive ballerina dream

June 7, 2009 at 3:03 PM

London, June 7 (ANI): An eight-year-old girl returned to chase her ballet dreams after having steel rods screwed into her spine.

Strict action needed to curb corporal punishment, say citizens

April 17, 2009 at 5:42 PM

New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) Shock and horror was the reaction of people Friday to the news of an 11-year-old girl's death after her school teacher allegedly punished her for not learning her lessons. Take strict action against teachers who use physical force to punish students, was the people's unanimous view.

E-campaigns take off as candidates target GenY

April 3, 2009 at 9:57 AM

New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) With the Lok Sabha elections looming close and fast, e-campaign by politicians is on an upswing.

Delhiites all set for Earth Hour 'lights out'

March 28, 2009 at 2:03 PM

New Delhi, March 28 (IANS) It's a different weekend that many people, especially youngsters, are looking forward to Saturday night. Keeping in mind the 60-minute Earth Hour global campaign against climate change, most are going to turn off their lights and hold candle-light parties and get-togethers instead.

Street plays promote peace in Assam

March 21, 2009 at 3:59 PM

Guwahati, Mar 21 (ANI): Theatre groups in the North Eastern region are promoting national integration, peace and harmony through the medium of theatre.

Boats continue to be lifeline of Assam's Majuli island

January 19, 2009 at 3:12 PM

Jorhat (Assam), Jan 19 (ANI): Boats even today continue to the lifeline of the world's largest river island Majuli in Assam.

Oil India public offer on hold for now

January 15, 2009 at 12:52 PM

New Delhi, Jan 15 (IANS) Oil India Ltd (OIL), a state-owned upstream oil company, Thursday said it has received the market regulator's approval for its proposed public issue, but that the timing of the offer would depend on market conditions.

New Oil India plan to boost Assam oil output

December 3, 2008 at 1:45 PM

Guwahati, Dec 3 (IANS) A top official of India's leading oil exploration company, Oil India Ltd (OIL), said here Wednesday that the company has embarked on a massive plan to boost crude oil output from oil fields in India's north eastern state of Assam.

A heart-rending story of a recent blast victim's family from Assam

December 2, 2008 at 4:15 PM

Jorhat, Dec.2 (ANI): All dreams of Rajmi Lekha Borah of Jorhat appear to have been shattered since the day she lost her husband in the recent serial bomb blasts in Assam.

In Assam paddy ripens, but people fear to go for harvesting

October 17, 2008 at 1:01 AM

When we reached Bhakatpara M.E. School and L.P. School Relief camps in Darrang district of Assam on October 16, it was ten past half and the sun was bestowing its ample light and heat

Child labour prevails in northeast, but not in official data

October 16, 2008 at 12:59 PM

New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) Even though activists say it is easy to spot children scrubbing pots and pans and doing other work at streetside restaurants in the northeast - like in the rest of the country - the labour ministry data paints a shockingly different picture.

Assam CM contemplating retirement

October 13, 2008 at 1:01 AM

Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi may not contest in the next 2011 Assembly elections. For, he is contemplating to retreat from active politics within three to four years.

Srikkanth appointed chief selector, Yashpal makes a comeback

October 6, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Mumbai, Sep 27 (IANS) Former India captain Krish Srikkanth has replaced Dilip Vengsarkar as the chairman of the senior selection committee, the Indian cricket board announced after its Annual General Meeting here Saturday.

Srikkanth appointed chief selector, Yashpal makes a comeback

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Mumbai, Sep 27 (IANS) Former India captain Krish Srikkanth has replaced Dilip Vengsarkar as the chairman of the senior selection committee, the Indian cricket board announced after its Annual General Meeting here Saturday.