The flood situation in Assam deteriorated significantly on Sunday, with more than 57,000 people affected across seven districts as continuous rainfall and rising river levels submerged villages, damaged farmland and disrupted normal life. The state government has placed the Indian Army and the Indian Air Force on standby to assist with rescue and evacuation efforts...
The Assam government has initiated discussions with filmmaker Aditya Dhar to direct a biographical film on legendary Ahom military commander Lachit Borphukan. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma confirmed that talks are underway and said the project aims to introduce the celebrated Assamese warrior’s legacy to audiences across the world. During a Facebook Live interaction, Sarma...