Kangkan Kalita

Assam, Guwahati

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Our soldiers must be at forefront, says mother of Kargil War martyr

4 days ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Kangkan Kalita

News Our soldiers must be at forefront, says mother of Kargil War martyr Guwahati: Duluprabha Gogoi, 80, mother of Vir Chakra recipient Captain Jintu Gogoi who lost his life in the Kargil War, believes that unwavering maternal support for children serving at the frontlines will lead to India's triumph over Pakistan.Despite the ongoing ceasefire between the nations, Duluprabha takes pride in her son's supreme sacrifice while encircled by adversaries during the Kargil War.She supports her...
BSF jawan’s mom in tears as son leaves for duty

4 days ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Kangkan Kalita

Guwahati: When Sarojini Kalita(72) bid farewell to her son working in the BSF on Friday, tears started rolling down her cheeks as she was unsure what lies in store for him as things were heating up on the western front.However, she felt proud at the same time as her son was being called to serve the nation when it mattered the most.
State sees decline in maternal mortality ratio, IMR improves

6 days ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Kangkan Kalita

TrendingGuwahati: Maternal mortality ratio (MMR) for Assam dropped from 195 to 167 deaths per lakh live births, as per the latest Sample Registration System (SRS) report. This marks a record 28-point fall, the highest among all states for 2019-2021.The Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) also showed improvement, decreasing from 36 in 2020 to 34 in 2021.IMR refers to infant deaths per thousand live births.
SAMARTH support centre at GU to boost digitisation of education sector

6 days ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Kangkan Kalita

NewsCity Newsguwahati NewsSAMARTH support centre at GU to boost digitisation of education sectorTrendingGuwahati: The Regional SAMARTH Support and Coordination Centre (RSSCC), Assam, was inaugurated at Gauhati University(GU) on Thursday by state education minister Ranoj Pegu, in the presence of GU vice chancellor Prof Nani Gopal Mahanta.
Minority voters to play decisive role in 2nd phase

1 week ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Kangkan Kalita

TrendingGuwahati: The BJP-AGP-led alliance is set for a crucial popularity test in 13 districts across lower and central Assam on Wednesday, where Muslim voters are expected to play a decisive role in shaping the electoral outcome of the second and final phase of panchayat elections.
Cong leader Saikia reaffirms party loyalty, rubbishes BJP links

1 week ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Kangkan Kalita

NewsCity Newsguwahati NewsCong leader Saikia reaffirms party loyalty, rubbishes BJP linksTrendingGuwahati: Leader of Opposition in the Assam Legislative Assembly and senior Congress leader Debabrata Saikia on Tuesday refuted claims made by Raijor Dal president and Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi, who alleged that Saikia would join the BJP next year.
10 principals, 1 teacher suspended over Class XI paper leak in Assam

1 week ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Kangkan Kalita

NewsCity Newsguwahati News10 principals, 1 teacher suspended over Class XI paper leak in AssamTrendingGuwahati: In a move against exam malpractices, the Assam education department has suspended 10 principals and a teacher from govt-run schools over their alleged involvement in leaking Class XI question papers, including mathematics, which led to the cancellation of several exams recently.
Nagaland varsity team develops aminated graphene technique

1 week ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Kangkan Kalita

NewsNagaland varsity team develops aminated graphene techniqueGuwahati: A research team led by Nagaland University developed an innovative and economical technique for creating an advanced material used in ‘supercapacitors', which are next-generation energy storage devices. These devices are notable for their quick charging capabilities and substantial energy storage capacity, unlike conventional batteries.
NEET ’25: ‘Tough’ paper, tight vigil mark exam day in Assam

1 week ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Kangkan Kalita

Guwahati: The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET-UG) was held smoothly across 97 examination centres in 17 cities and towns of Assam amid tight security. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has earmarked exam centres only in govt-run schools and provincialised colleges following a request from the state govt to prevent possible unfair means and malpractices.
Japanese delegation in Assam explores collaboration opportunities

1 week ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Kangkan Kalita

Guwahati: A Japanese delegation, on the second day of their three-day tour to Assam, visited the Tata Semiconductor Assembly and Test (TSAT) facility at Jagiroad and IIT Guwahati on Sunday. The team expressed interest in collaborating in education, economic, political and other sectors, besides infrastructure and construction.