The entire state observes the birth anniversary of Dr Bhupen Hazarika on Monday three years after the musical maestro passed away. The celebration began early in the morning with several organizations holding special prayers and holding the Bhupendra Sangeet competition throughout the day. The burial site of the legend at the Gauhati University campus is getting a fresh look with the visitors holding huge queue to offer tribute to the Asom Ratna on his birth anniversary. His family members are celebrating at the Nizarapar residence in Guwahati to be attended by hundreds of his fans early in the morning. Chief minister Tarun Gogoi is attending a special function being organized on the occasion. ///
In a resolute display of solidarity and resilience, over 5,000 women hailing from the Kuki-Zomi-Hmar-Mizo communities congregated at Peace Ground, Tuibuong, Lamka, Churachandpur in Manipur, kickstarting the annual 16 Days Activism on Violence Against Women. Orchestrated by the Women of Lamka, the event was a fervent call for justice and a poignant outcry against the distressing instances of gender-based violence (GBV) that have plagued the state.
Led by the indomitable Ngaineikim from Kuki Women organization for human rights, the program's inauguration was a tapestry of impassioned speeches, stirring presentations, and solemn moments dedicated to the victims. Distinguished figures such...
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