Dhubri Schools Closed Jan 7-10 for Student Safety
All government schools in Dhubri district are closed from January 7 to 10 due to extreme cold. Private schools advised to follow suit. Exam schedules remain unaffected.
All government schools in Dhubri district are closed from January 7 to 10 due to extreme cold. Private schools advised to follow suit. Exam schedules remain unaffected.
Assam authorities evicted 90 families from 100 bighas of patta land in Dhubri's Chapar for an Adani thermal power project. Residents call it sudden, officials cite delayed land exchange. Full story inside.
74 inmates at Dhubri jail received hands-on training in composting and waste segregation from the Feedback Foundation Charitable Trust. Learn how this initiative promotes cleanliness and sustainability.
Discover how the Indian Ethno Library Society, led by Dr Hari Charan Das, is saving over 1,100 Sanchipat manuscripts in Assam and West Bengal. Learn about this vital mission to protect India's intellectual heritage.
Patna's Saras Mela concluded after 24 days, drawing 18 lakh visitors and generating over Rs 28.52 crore for rural artisans. The event was extended due to massive public demand.
A man was arrested in Dhubri for allegedly killing a teenage college student. The victim's family claims she was raped before being strangled. Police await postmortem report for confirmation.
Delhi government announces Rajya Shilpkar Puraskar across 16 craft categories to honour artisans, boost livelihoods, and revive endangered crafts. Read more.
Dhubri transport authorities launch a unique National Road Safety Month campaign, rewarding compliant bikers with roses while penalizing violators. Initiatives include rallies, street plays, and reflector tape distribution in fog.
After a year's absence, Assam's Asharikandi terracotta craft will be featured in the 2026 Republic Day parade, showcasing artisan self-reliance and cultural heritage. Read more.
Unidentified attackers ransacked and set ablaze the Bogribari Sub-Post Office in Dhubri, just 100m from a police outpost. Key documents were destroyed. Police investigation is ongoing.
Delhi's Dilli Haat hosts the 40th Dastkari Haat Crafts Bazaar from Jan 1-15, 2026. Explore 130+ stalls, live demos, quilt workshops & folk performances. Discover India's heritage.
Artisans from Khambhat, Gujarat, are reviving a 5,000-year-old Harappan bead-making link at the Rakhigarhi Festival in Haryana, showcasing ancient trade and craftsmanship. Discover this living history!
In the 129th episode of Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi highlighted Margaret Ramtharsiem from Manipur, who transformed traditional bamboo craft into a sustainable livelihood for over 50 artisans, showcasing grassroots empowerment.
Artisans from Khambhat have successfully revived the 5000-year-old Harappan bead-making craft at Rakhigarhi, creating a direct link to our ancient heritage. Discover this incredible story of cultural revival.
PM Modi highlights Narasapuram's crochet lace, a GI-tagged craft empowering lakhs of women. Union Minister Sitharaman inaugurates an AI skill hub in Andhra Pradesh to boost rural employment.
Dhubri DC reveals D-voters fraudulently re-enrolled using different identities in draft electoral rolls. Legal action promised after verification. Final list due Feb 10.
The 31st ABVP state conclave in Dhubri concluded with resolutions to stop infiltration, pressure govt on NEP, and adopt Swadeshi. Over 500 delegates attended. Read the key outcomes.
Women in Chamba are breaking tradition by mastering the iconic Thal carving, aiming for financial independence and helping the district shed its 'aspirational' status. Read their inspiring journey.
A Bangladeshi woman, Rumia Akhter, found in Assam's Dhubri after escaping a human trafficking network. She paid Rs 95,000 to a broker, was sold in Delhi, and is now being repatriated. Read her shocking story.
Discover how Sunet village in Ludhiana became a global embroidery powerhouse, home to 8,000 migrant artisans exporting intricate handwork worldwide. Read its inspiring story.
A devastating fire at a wholesale medicine shop on HN Road in Dhubri destroyed stock worth lakhs. Three trapped family members were rescued. This is the town's third major fire since October. Read for details.
Gauhati High Court mandates urgent review of personal security for judicial officers after a magistrate was attacked. The court granted bail to the accused but highlighted critical safety needs.
Surat's diamond artisans face a 50-75% wage crash as they pivot to lab-grown gems. With 800,000 jobs at stake, the industry's foundation is cracking. Read the full story.
Handicrafts & Heritage Week 2024 spotlighted master artisans like Choti Tekam & Naveen Bhaskar, proving handmade heritage is a living cultural force. Discover how platforms empower craftspeople.
Dhubri police incinerated drugs valued at Rs 97 lakhs, including 464 kg ganja and thousands of pills. Officials report a significant drop in seizures due to sustained anti-narcotics efforts. Read more.
President Droupadi Murmu will confer the Shilp Guru and National Awards to Pattachitra artists Sudhir & Urbashee Maharana. Discover their four-decade legacy.
Prime Minister Modi's gift of an Agra marble chess set to President Putin has ignited hopes for a GI tag and global recognition for the city's skilled artisans. Read more.
Top Bollywood stars like Anil Kapoor, Suniel Shetty, and Shilpa Shetty dazzled at the grand launch of Swadesh, a new marketplace for Indian artisans. Discover the highlights of this glamorous event!
Nita Ambani hosted a special evening at Swadesh, Mumbai, celebrating India's artisans. She wore a heritage Banarasi saree and antique jewellery. Read more about this tribute to craftsmanship.
Explore living craft traditions at Pune's Miraas exhibition. Meet 33 national award-winning artisans like Ashutosh Verma & Sindhe Chandu, preserving Sanjhi, leather art & more till Dec 8. Witness heritage reimagined.