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Buddha Purnima festival

Buddha Purnima festival was celebrated with traditional rituals at Grambazar Dibrugarh Buddhist temple on Monday. Devotees thronged the temple premises from early morning. Due to COVID-19, Buddha Purnima was celebrated in Dibrugarh in a small way by maintaning COVID-19 protocols. "Last two year, Buddha Purnima was celebrated in a small way with small gatherings. But this year, we have celebrated the festival with all traditional rituals. We prayed for peace and happiness of the people," said Sumedhananda Vikkhu, head priest of Dibrugarh Buddhist temple. 

Similarly, Buddha Purnima was also celebrated at Jyoti Nagar Buddhist temple in Dibrugarh. A seminar on Buddhist perspective on peace and harmony was organised at Jyoti Nagar Buddhist temple by International Brotherhood Mission in collaboration with Department of Anthropology, DHSK College, Dibrugarh, Buddha Chetana, Assam.

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Literary festival 'Sahitya Utsav' in Assam

A two-day literary festival 'Sahitya Utsav' organized in Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH), Dibrugarh from Saturday, in association with Sahitya Sora and the organizing committee of the 75th year celebration, concluded on Sunday. The Sahitya Utsav organized at the OIL lecture hall in AMCH campus was inaugurated on Sunday by Dr. Sanjib Kakati, Principal, Assam Medical College and president, Celebration Committee.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr Sanjib Kakati spoke about the glorious history of AMCH. "We are very proud of our institution because we are going to celebrate 75 years of our institution. The institution has produced many good physicians. Recently, we had organized a Bihu Sanmilan at AMCH where doctors, staff participated in large numbers. The long history of the institution inspires us a lot." While speaking at the event, former president of Axam Xahitya Xabha Dr Nagen Saikia said, "The contribution of Dr Hemchandra Baruah, the first Principal of AMCH, was immense. He was one of the visionary persons who had contributed a lot in the field of medical education. We are very proud of the institution which is stepping towards 75 years."

Former student of AMCH and eminent writer Dr Nityanand Saikia unveiled the souvenir Sahitya Utsav at the inaugural function of the literary festival. The souvenir was edited by Dr Ajanta Deori and Dr Hiteswar Saikia. The writers penned many articles regarding the institution. The 62nd edition of the annual mouthpiece of Assam Medical College AMCOL was released by Dr Dhrubajoti Bora, Vice-Chancellor, Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences, in presence of Dr Sanjib Kakati, Principal, AMCH, Dr Pranay Phukan, AMCOL chairman, Dr. Habibul Islam. Many past AMCOL editors attended the occasion.

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Golden Tiger Spotted In Kaziranga

In a rare sighting, a golden tiger was spotted by a tourist from Bengaluru in Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve in Assam. It is to be noted that this happened to be the first sighting of the golden tiger in Kaziranga in over two years and it was spotted alongside rhinos, wild buffaloes and deer. The tourist who captured the moment has been identified as Vishwajit Chhetri and he confessed that he was startled to see the tiger together with rhinoceros and added that never in his wildest of dreams did he imagine that he would come across such a rare sighting.

"Usually, one does not see a rhinoceros and the Royal Bengal Tiger together. Except when the tiger is on a hunting spree," said Chhetri. The golden tiger was previously seen in Kaziranga back in July 2020 and it was photographed by naturalist and destination manager with luxury cruise ship M V Mahabahu, Mayuresh Hendre. Meanwhile, the tiger population in Assam has surged from 159 in 2018 to 200 in 2021.

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Bhogi festival in Assam 2022

 The 18th annual Bohagi festival concluded here on Saturday. The central programme of Srimanta Sankardev Sangha was organised by the Tezpur district committee in association with Seva Bahini. It was inaugurated by Babul Bora, the chief secretary of Srimanta Sankardev Sangha. The central event was held at Sonitkonwar Gajen Barua Khetra that began with hoisting of flag and naam prasanga. The open session was held with Kamalakanta Gogoi, Padadhikar of Sangha in the chair. Bhabendranath Deka and Dr. Tuntun Bora graced the occasion as appointed speakers. Dr Ajit Hazarika, principal of THB college released the mouthpiece of the programme. Sootea MLA Padma Hazarika graced the festival as chief guest. Prizes for various cultural events were distributed.

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Bharat Drone Mahotsav 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be inaugurating the biggest drone festival. India is now achieving heights in terms of new-age technologies, AI inventions and leading its way toward the 5 trillion economy dream, with Atma Nirbharta on the attitude of governance and with progressive administrative capabilities. Tomorrow that is on May 27th, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be inaugurating the biggest drone festival — ‘Bharat Drone Mahotsav 2022’ at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.

Citing from Prime Minister’s office, he shall be communicating with the Kisan drone pilots and startups that would be showcased in the exhibition centre of the Mahotsav and also witnessing open-air drone demonstrations. Drones are also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), scientifically designed objects to cater to the needs of not just official purposes but also for a layman so that their tracking work, precisely to locate and track activities of human work in a remote manner. Drones or UAVs are very helpful for military operations, to have a wide range of ground views and are also used nowadays in commercial shoots of films and music videos.

Originally drones were developed in the twentieth century for the military actions of drilling, locating and carrying out their hardcore tasks effectively. These devices are seen to be cost-effective and quite advanced in terms of technology. In simple words, it can be termed as an object without man flying it in inside rather than controlling it from the outside hand. In Drones Rules 2021, The ministry of civil aviation( MoCA), had said to effectively use the drones and asked the ministry of home affairs to grant its use for various important government functions.

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Indian Army celebrates Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav

With a view to motivate and include the youth of Northeast India in the commemoration of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, Blazing Sword Division under the aegis of Gajraj Corps organised a mega event on the theme Yuva Prerna with active participation of the faculty and students of Tezpur University (TU) on May 28 in the premises of the university.

The celebration had several attractions for the students and other visitors including Know Your Army Mela in which the students and visitors enjoyed with soldiers describing the weapons used by the army, a glimpse into the gallant actions of the Army in war through the stories of war heroes in the Gallantry Award Winners' gallery and an Information Booth where young aspirants learnt about the employment opportunities in the Army. The impressive Military Pipe Band display and other performances by soldiers, including Sikh Martial Art form Gatka and the vibrant traditional folk dance bhangra left the students wanting for more.

The event witnessed huge attendance by faculty and their families, students, NCC cadets and NSS cadets of the University. The enthusiastic faculty and students were also actively involved with the Indian Army in the conduct of the event and they presented some exhilarating performances as part of this mega event which included cultural dance, group songs, Bihu performance and specially choreographed dances on patriotic themes.

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Ambubachi mela Assam

Assam: After 2-Yr, Ambubachi Mela Set To Return In Kamakhya Temple from June 22 The temple authorities and devotees will apparently celebrate this year’s Ambubachi Mela with its former glory and fanfare.

The development comes in the wake of a meeting which took place between the temple authorities (Kamakhya Devalaya Management Committee) and the Kamrup Metro district administration. As per the latest reports, the rituals for the festival will commence on June 22, 2022, and will conclude on June 26, 2022.

The temple authorities and devotees will apparently celebrate this year's Ambubachi Mela with its former glory and fanfare. The public will not be allowed to visit the temple due to Ambubachi rituals and this will come into effect at 8.16 pm from June 22 and will last till the morning hours of June 26. Meanwhile, last year's Ambubachi Mela in Kamakhya Temple, Guwahati was observed only by performing Vedic rituals due to the COVID-19 pandemic situation.

No permission will be granted to any devote or visitor to enter the mandir premises during the mela days. No mela will organized. Only rituals will be performed," said a mandir committee member.

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Ministry of Ayush celebrate Yoga Utsav

Ministry of Ayush, in collaboration with the Government of Assam, will organize a grand event at Rang Ghar Grounds, Sivasagar, Assam on Monday to mark 50th countdown day to the upcoming 8th International Day of Yoga 2022. Union Cabinet Minister of Ayush Sarbananda Sonowal will grace the occasion along with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. Along with them Union Minister of Tourism, Culture and DoNER, G Kisan Reddy, MoS for Ayush and WCD, Dr. Munjpara Mahendrabhai and Minister of H&FW and Ayush of Assam, Keshab Mahanta will also be present. Official of Ministry of Ayush and Government of Assam, eminent Yoga Gurus, experts of yoga will also participate in this event. 

Sivasagar has been selected for the Yoga Utsav because the Government of India had unveiled a plan to develop five Archaeological sites viz. Rakhigari (Haryana), Hastinapur (Uttar Pradesh), Sivasagar (Assam), Dholavira (Gujarat) and Adichanallur (Tamil Nadu)) into "iconic" sites across India. Ministry of Ayush, through its autonomous body Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY) and support of the State Government of Assam will organize this event. The aim of this event is to give a wider promotion and publicity to various dimensions of Yoga, its utility and to promote the countdown campaign to IDY 2022 for health and wellness. The Ministry of Ayush is the nodal Ministry for observation of the International Day of Yoga. Every year, the main event of IDY is observed as a Mass Yoga Demonstration which is led by Prime Minister himself. The preparations for IDY 2022 are already under way.

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Manipur Shirui Lily Festival 2022

The four-days long showpiece event was inaugurated by Governor La Ganesan in the presence of Chief Minister – N. Biren Singh. It may be noted that the event is taking place after a gap of two years owing to the COVID-19 pandemic. Apart from Shirui village, the cultural extravaganza will also be held at Bakshi Ground in Dungrei where musical bands from across the country will take part in a singing competition titled 'Shirock'.

This annual gala event is hosted by the Directorate of Tourism and it has emerged as a platform that encourages harmony and unity amongst the people of the hills and valley. N. Biren Singh said that the visitors will be able to catch a glimpse of the scenic beauty of Shirui village, try local cuisines, and purchase local products such as Longpi ceramics, fruits, and chilies, among others during this event.

The Manipur CM added that the festival also throws light on the adoption of unique Tangkhul dog breed and promotes the rearing of Mithun, which happens to be of great significance for the inhabitants of Ukhrul. He applauded the initiative undertaken by Tangkhul leaders, Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and chiefs for backing the state government's campaign on the 'War On Drugs'. They had earlier imposed a ban on the poppy cultivation in all Tangkhul-inhabited areas of the state.

The festival celebrates the vast biodiversity and rich cultural heritage of Manipur and enlightens the travellers about the Tangkhul Naga tribe of Ukhrul and allows them to explore the state's highest hill station through its cultural origins, values, and customs. For More Visit Manipur Shirui Lily Festival 2022

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Meghalaya Trekking & sightseeing tour

The trekking-cum-sightseeing to Mawryngkhang at Wahkhen village of East Khasi Hills district was organised by the Tourism Promoters Trekking Society (TPTS) on Saturday. More than 300 people, including tourists and students from Shillong, along with hundreds of local people and members of the TPTS, took part in the event. The programme was flagged off by Dr Abhijeet Bhatia, a senior doctor of NEIGRIHMS. It takes about 20 minutes to reach Wahrew river, which is considered as one of the cleanest rivers in Meghalaya. Its water is clean and transparent right from the water surface down to the river bed. Five suspension bamboo bridges have been constructed across this river along with 50 bamboo bridges at an expenditure of Rs 10 lakh, which was borne solely by the Trekking Society. For more read Meghalaya Trekking & sightseeing tour

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Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav

The Ministry of DoNER, as a part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, is organizing a North East Festival across all the eight Northeastern States from April 28 to May 4. As India is celebrating its glorious history, people, culture and achievements during its 75 years of Independence, the Ministry intends to highlight the beauty of the Northeastern region and its achievements in various fields through this festival.

The seven-day festival, which is being celebrated at the regional and State levels, aims to showcase the achievements of the Northeastern region with the spirit of 'Hum Kisi Se Kam Nahi'. DoNER Minister G Kishna Reddy informed the media that a special Agriculture Task Force has been formed to ensure mission mode work on harnessing the agriculture and horticulture potential of the Northeastern region. He also said that development is the prime agenda in the region and the Central Government and State Governments are in constant touch with each other.

Each of the seven days will be based on separate themes, these include: Investment Potential and future energy needs of North East' on April 29 at Shillong; 'Welfare of Tribals and Border Management' on April 30 at Itanagar; 'The Smart City Revolution in the NE' on April 30 at Gangtok; 'Role of women in development of NE' on May 1 at Agartala; 'Eco-Tourism in NE' on May 2 at Aizawl; 'Agri-Horti and organic products potential of North East' May 2 at Dimapur; 'Sports Potential of the NE', to be celebrated as a parallel Sports week, has also been organized. The culmination would be celebrated on May 3 at Imphal; Valedictory session would be celebrated on May 4 at Guwahati.

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New species of 'Cherry Blossom' discovered in Manipur - Sentinelassam

Scientists from Manipur have found a new plant species of 'Cherry Blossom' and as a mark of respect and for the outstanding contributions of

Scientists from Manipur have found a new plant species of 'Cherry Blossom' and as a mark of respect and for the outstanding contributions of scientist Dr Dinabandhu Sahoo, they named the new plant species as 'Prunus dinabandhuana'. The Cherry Blossom or 'Sakura' is the national flower of Japan, which is also a source of inspiration for the Japanese people, and India became the 28th country in the world had earlier been included in the Sakura map.

For Sahoo's over eight years long determined efforts, the 'Cherry Blossom' is now available in six of the eight Northeastern States, excluding Assam and Tripura. In November, 2016, Dr Sahoo, a professor at the Department of Botany under the University of Delhi (DU), planned and organised India's first 'Cherry Blossom Festival' in Shillong, which attracted lakhs of people and subsequently it became an international event for the past six years.

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BOHAG BIHU: ETHNIC COMMUNITIES OF ASSAM - Sentinelassam

Bohag Bihu or Rongali Bihu is the biggest festival celebrated in the North-Eastern states of Assam and it marks the beginning of the Assames

Bohag Bihu or Rongali Bihu is the biggest festival celebrated in the North-Eastern states of Assam and it marks the beginning of the Assamese New Year. The word 'Bihu' is derived from the Sanskrit word Bishu, meaning 'to ask blessings and prosperity from the Gods' before the onset of the harvest season. The festival starts in mid-April and goes for a seven days celebration. The observance, which promotes the celebration of ethnic diversity, is essentially a harvest festival and also aims to unite different native communities of Assam. The heritage of Bihu festivals including rituals, music, dance, games, traditional cuisines, typical sweets, and festivities is extensive.To Know More about Bohag bihu: ethnic communities of Assam  visit  https://www.sentinelassam.com/life/bohag-bihu-ethnic-communities-of-assam-587761

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Ramzan home makeover tips - Sentinelassam

Ramadan is the festival of being thankful and coming together with your family, hence your home should be cozy.

Ramadan is the festival of being thankful and coming together with your family, hence your home should be cozy. The right furniture and decor can create a sense of peace and invoke the spirit of the season. It's the best time to update your home with lights, lanterns, and colourful dinnerware ahead of Eid Al Fitr.

Candles and Lights: During the month of Ramadan, create a magical atmosphere in your living room by hanging fairy lights across the wall and candles strategically placed on your corner tables. The string lights and candles together brighten up the space beautifully and bring a peaceful effect on our senses. You can also use them on your balcony to enjoy cosy evenings. 

The Living room: Add bohemian flair to Ramzan celebrations by giving your sofa a makeover with printed cushions that are adorned intricately with kutch embroidery. Fresh flowers and plants are nature's colourful scent diffusers. They can brighten up your spirit. They are also a great way to make a statement to loved ones.

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Know Which Assamese Movies Are Available on Voot - Sentinelassam

Assamese language has been introduced in Voot for the first time, it is available only in India, and hosts over 40,000 hours of video conten

 The Assamese language has been introduced in Voot for the first time, it is available only in India, and hosts over 40,000 hours of video content.

Voot has introduced Assamese movies that are available on Voot for the first time. Also, Assamese movies are now LIVE on MXPlayer OTT Platform. Voot is an Indian subscription video on demand (SVOD) service, which launched in March 2016. It forms the online arm of Viacom18. It is Viacom 18's advertising-led video-on-demand platform that is available as an app for iOS, KaiOS (JioPhone), and Android users, and a website for desktop consumption.

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Bohag Bihu 2022: Here Are The Famous Assamese Dishes To Celebrate Bihu - Sentinelassam

The major Assamese festival Bohag Bihu has arrived and people are all set to celebrate the festival by enjoying delicious dishes. Here are t

 The major Assamese festival Bohag Bihu has arrived and people are all set to celebrate the festival by enjoying delicious dishes. Here are the recipes for the famous Assamese dishes.

Bihu dishes: 

Gila Pitha: 

Bora Saulor Aroiya Pitha:

 Laai Xaak Khar Pitha Guri Di: 

Narikolor Poor Diya Joon Pitha: 

Aloo Pitika 

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1st Manipur International Film Festival begins - Sentinelassam

The first edition of the 'Eikhoigi Imphal International Film Festival' began on Saturday at the Palace Auditorium of the Manipur State Film

1st Manipur International Film Festival begins The first edition of the 'Eikhoigi Imphal International Film Festival' began on Saturday at the Palace Auditorium of the Manipur State Film Development Society (MSFDS),

The first edition of the 'Eikhoigi Imphal International Film Festival' began on Saturday at the Palace Auditorium of the Manipur State Film Development Society (MSFDS), manifesting a new feather in the cap of Manipuri cinema as it completes 50 years. The five-day non-competitive festival, supported by the Union Information and Broadcasting Ministry, is being organized as part of the year-long golden jubilee celebration of Manipuri cinema.