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Time of India
5 days ago
- Science
- Time of India
Digboi girl picked for solar astronomy workshop
Dibrugarh: In a proud moment for Assam and the northeast, Himani Gurung, a 23-year-old student from the remote village of Pawoi Bongao in Digboi, Tinsukia district, has been selected to participate in the prestigious Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics hands-on workshop on Solar Astronomy using Aditya-L1, reports Rajib Dutta. The event, scheduled for Aug 6-8 at the University College Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala will see 37 participants from across India — with Himani being the sole representative from the is pursuing her Master's in Physics at Tezpur University.
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Science
- Time of India
Indian Army brings cutting-edge drone, AI tech to Tinsukia students
Dibrugarh: The quiet grounds of Phillobari Higher Secondary School in Tinsukia district buzzed with drone propellers and the glow of artificial intelligence demos on Tuesday, as the Army hosted a dynamic World Youth Skills Day celebration, reports Rajib Dutta. With the theme "Empowering Youth, Enabling Progress", the event welcomed over 140 local students for a hands-on encounter with 21st-century technologies — many of which they would only encountered in textbooks. From piloting drones to engaging with AI models, students explored how emerging tech is transforming agriculture, disaster response, and community development. The drone flying sessions quickly became the centrepiece attraction. Guided by Army personnel, students tested unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and learned how AI-enhanced drones can detect crop diseases, map flood zones, and deliver relief materials to remote areas. "Flying a drone for the first time was exhilarating. I never imagined technology like this could reach our school. It's made me think seriously about a career in tech," said Priyanka Bora, a Class XII student.
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Margherita joins celebrations at Rang Ghar
Dibrugarh: Union minister of state for external affairs Pabitra Margherita participated in the 11th International Day of Yoga celebrations at the Rang Ghar in Sivasagar on Saturday, joining hundreds of yoga enthusiasts in a grand display of wellness and cultural pride, reports Rajib Dutta. The Rang Ghar, once the royal sports-pavilion of the Ahom kings, provided a majestic backdrop for the event, which also featured a live broadcast of PM Modi leading the Yoga Day celebrations from Visakhapatnam's scenic coastline. Addressing the gathering, Margherita emphasised the significance of this year's theme, "Yoga for One Earth, One Health," aligning it with India's ancient philosophy of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' — the world as one family.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Varsity students block deteriorating state highway, demand immediate repairs
1 2 Dibrugarh: Students of Madhabdev University in Lakhimpur blocked the state highway on Saturday, expressing their frustration over the severely deteriorating condition of the road, which connects Narayanpur to the university, reports Rajib Dutta. The protest, organized under the banner of the Madhabdev University Students' Union (MUSU), involved hundreds of students carrying placards and banners, and raising slogans against the state govt for its alleged neglect of the highway. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
Time of India
06-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Lakhimpur disinfects water sources after floodwaters recede
1 2 3 4 5 6 Dibrugarh: As floodwaters recede in Lakhimpur district, health authorities on Friday launched a massive disinfection drive to sanitise contaminated water sources and prevent the outbreak of waterborne diseases. The initiative targeted tube wells, hand pumps, and wells submerged under muddy floodwaters, which now pose a serious health risk to villagers, reports Rajib Dutta. With threat of infections like cholera, diarrhoea, and dysentery looming large, district health department teams carried out chlorination and chemical treatment of water sources in rural pockets. Additionally, mosquito nets were treated with repellents and Malathion fogging operations were conducted to curb mosquito breeding and prevent vector-borne diseases. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages , and quotes !
