Assam chief minister Tarun Gogoi's son Gaurav married Elizabeth Colburn, an English girl at a high profile wedding ceremony in Delhi where traditional Ahome formalities were observed on Wednesday night. Elizabeth's father handed over his daughter following the traditional Ahom chaklong formalities performed by a group of moulung headed by Dr Jogen Phukan at Sunheribag. Congress president Sonia Gandhi, her son Rahul Gandhi along with top political leaders are expected to attend the reception on Thursday.
The 'Uttar Purvi Mahotsav 2024', a five-day cultural extravaganza showcasing Northeast India's richness, kicks off on January 13 at Bharat Mandapam. Organized by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) and NEHHDC, the festival aims to display diverse arts, crafts, and cultures, fostering economic opportunities. With 250 participants including weavers, farmers, and entrepreneurs, the event features panel discussions, buyer-seller meets, traditional performances, and a focus on women's roles in regional development. Highlighting the youth's contribution and challenges, the festival aims to explore how they can shape India's economic landscape. Additionally, specialized...
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