The Assam Tribune

07/11/2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated the year-long commemoration of ‘Vande Mataram’, marking 150 years of India’s national song. The ceremony was held at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, where the Prime Minister also released a commemorative stamp and coin to mark the occasion.

The programme formally launches the nationwide celebration, running from November 7, 2025, to November 7, 2026, honoring the timeless composition that inspired India’s freedom movement and continues to evoke national pride and unity.

‘Vande Mataram’ was written by Bankim Chandra Chatterji on Akshaya Navami, November 7, 1875, and first appeared in the literary journal Bangadarshan as part of Chatterji’s novel Anandamath.

07/11/2025

In a landmark development for Assam’s cultural heritage, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday announced that the Vrindavani Vastra—the masterpiece created under the guidance of Mahapurush Srimanta Sankardeva—will be brought to the state for public display for six months.

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07/11/2025

| The Lachit Borphukan Military Station was formally inaugurated on Thursday at Bamunigaon in Dhubri district.

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07/11/2025

Bajali’s serene wetlands have recently welcomed a new avian visitor — the White-breasted Waterhen (Amaurornis phoenicurus). The graceful bird, easily recognised by its snowy white breast and slate-grey plumage, has been sighted in the Sikhroita Beel and Sarangpuria Beel, adding fresh vibrancy to the region’s diverse ecosystem.

Locally known as Kam Sorai, the bird’s appearance has delighted both bird watchers and villagers.

07/11/2025

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has prohibited the conduct and publication of exit and opinion polls in connection with the Bihar Assembly elections and by-elections in eight States, including the Dampa Assembly constituency in Mamit district of Mizoram.

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07/11/2025

Bollywood’s beloved couple Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal have welcomed their first child, a baby boy, filling fans and well-wishers with joy. On Friday, the duo shared the happy news on social media through a joint statement, accompanied by an adorable note featuring a teddy bear and a blue baby carriage.

The message read: “Our bundle of joy has arrived. With immense love and gratitude, we welcome our baby boy. 7th November 2025. Katrina & Vicky.” Vicky captioned the post simply, “Blessed.”

The announcement sparked a wave of love across social media, with fans and celebrities showering the new parents with congratulations.

The couple had announced their pregnancy in September, sharing a tender black-and-white polaroid where Katrina was seen cradling her baby bump as Vicky held her close. The post was captioned, “On our way to start the best chapter of our lives with hearts full of joy and gratitude.”

Katrina and Vicky, who tied the knot in December 2021 in an intimate ceremony in Rajasthan, have been one of Bollywood’s most adored pairs. Their baby’s arrival marks a new chapter in their love story — one celebrated across the film industry and beyond.

07/11/2025

In a significant step toward strengthening regional peace and security, the Lachit Borphukan Military Station was formally inaugurated on Thursday at Bamunigaon in Dhubri district.

Spanning 196 bighas in Sapotgram under the Bilasipara Revenue Circle, the newly established military station is expected to serve as a key strategic hub for maintaining stability.

07/11/2025

Assam Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma welcomed Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman at LGBI Airport in Guwahati on November 7.

The Union Minister is on a two-day official visit to Assam, during which she will inaugurate and dedicate several key projects aimed at boosting the state’s development initiatives and infrastructure growth.

07/11/2025

In a landmark development for Assam’s cultural heritage, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday announced that the Vrindavani Vastra—the masterpiece created under the guidance of Mahapurush Srimanta Sankardeva—will be brought to the state for public display for six months.

'An agreement will be signed between the museum in London and the Assam government,' said the chief minister.

07/11/2025

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07/11/2025

In a significant development in the investigation into the death of iconic singer Zubeen Garg, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) has summoned Bollywood’s well-known music entrepreneur and former manager of Zubeen, Tarsame Mittal, for questioning.

SIT sources confirmed that Mittal is expected to appear before investigators in the coming days. The summons came amid growing scrutiny of individuals closely associated with Garg during his career.

07/11/2025

In Nalbari, over ten thousand people sang together the timeless songs of the beloved artist Zubeen Garg, lighting up the night sky of “Mayabini Raati Bukut” with the flashlights of their mobile phones.

As the song “Mayabini” echoed through the crowd, tears welled up in the eyes of thousands of admirers.

The emotional tribute took place at the Nalbari Government Gordon Higher Secondary School playground on the occasion of the Raas Mahotsav of Nalbari Harimandir, where more than ten thousand people paid homage to the “Artist of the Soul,” Zubeen Garg, by singing a medley of his immortal songs.

Children poured their hearts into the performance, singing Zubeen’s songs with deep emotion, while the entire gathering was overcome with grief and remembrance.

The event was attended by Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah, Transport Minister Chandra Mohan Patowary, and BTC Chief Hagrama Mohilary.

The musical tribute was performed by lyricist and singer Diganta Bharati, accompanied by Zubeen Garg’s fellow musicians and instrumentalists.