‘Coconut Dreams’ Now Streaming on Waves OTT as Part of Yuva Sapno Ka Safar Featured Funtainment NE News Regional Beat by Akanksha - December 19, 20250 The film Coconut Dreams—an intimate and evocative portrait of female friendship, self-discovery, and the quiet strength of women reconnecting with themselves and one another—is now streaming on Waves OTT as Episode 3 of Yuva Sapno Ka Safar. The makers recently reflected on the journey of creating the film, revisiting cherished memories
Assamese Short Film Muga Wins Jury Award at Mumbai Shorts International Film Festival 2025 Featured NE News Regional Beat by Akanksha - December 18, 20250 The Assamese short film Muga has earned national recognition after winning the Best Short Film – Jury Award at the 14th Mumbai Shorts International Film Festival 2025, marking a significant achievement for contemporary Assamese cinema. The film’s festival journey has already seen notable success earlier this year, including the Best Editor
Royal Global University Unveils Life-Size Statue of Zubeen Garg, Honouring Assam’s Cultural Icon Featured NE News Regional Beat by Akanksha - December 18, 20250 Royal Global University (RGU) marked a historic cultural milestone on December 17, 2025, with the unveiling of a life-size statue of legendary Assamese artist Zubeen Garg, celebrating the enduring legacy of one of Assam’s most influential cultural figures. The ceremony stood as a tribute to the many dimensions of an
15th East Himalayan Trade Fair & 2nd East Himalayan Agri Expo to be held in Guwahati from January 22–28, 2026 Featured NE News Regional Beat by Akanksha - December 18, 20250 The India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, will organize the 15th East Himalayan Trade Fair (EHTF) along with the 2nd East Himalayan Agri Expo (EHAE) from January 22 to 28, 2026, at the Assam Engineering Institute Playground, Chandmari, Guwahati. The fair
AGP MP Birendra Prasad Baishya Seeks Bharat Ratna for Late Zubeen Garg in Rajya Sabha Featured NE News News Regional Beat by Akanksha - December 17, 20250 Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) Member of Parliament Birendra Prasad Baishya on Monday raised a proposal in the Rajya Sabha seeking the conferment of the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian honour, posthumously on legendary Assamese musician Zubeen Garg. Raising the issue during the Winter Session of Parliament, Baishya highlighted Zubeen Garg’s unparalleled
Urmila Mahanta Joins Mood Indigo 2025 at IIT Bombay as Celebrity Judge for Street Play Category BC Exclusive Featured NE News NE Talents Regional Beat by Akanksha - December 17, 2025December 17, 20250 Actor Urmila Mahanta graced Mood Indigo 2025, Asia’s largest college cultural festival, as a Celebrity Judge for the Street Play category at IIT Bombay, bringing star power and regional pride to one of India’s most prestigious student-led platforms. Mood Indigo, held annually at IIT Bombay, is renowned for celebrating creativity, social
Mizoram Announces Grand Winter Festival 2025 With Expanded Cultural Line-Up and New Tourism Initiatives Featured NE News Regional Beat by Akanksha - December 15, 20250 The Government of Mizoram has announced that the state will host a grand winter festival from December 15 to 20, with an extended Christmas-themed celebration on December 23 at Aizawl’s Lammual (formerly the Assam Rifles Ground), Tourism Minister Lalnghinglova Hmar said on Thursday. The festival aims to showcase the richness of
Dr. Rita Chowdhury Announces 20-Year Cultural Fund in Memory of Zubeen Garg; Podcast Revenue to Support Emerging Assamese Artists Featured NE News Regional Beat by Akanksha - December 15, 20250 Renowned writer and Sahitya Akademi Award–winning novelist Dr. Rita Chowdhury has announced a heartfelt initiative aimed at nurturing the next generation of artists in Assam. Speaking at a press conference in Panbazar on Sunday, she revealed that the revenue earned from a YouTube podcast featuring the late music icon Zubeen
Majuli and Karbi Anglong Shine at the National Handicrafts Awards 2023 Featured NE News Regional Beat by Akanksha - December 15, 20250 A proud moment for Assam and for India’s artisan community as Shri Bapukan Payeng of Majuli (Mirizim Textiles) and Smt. Sabina Teronpi of Karbi Anglong (Saphee Lanphee) have been honoured with the prestigious National Handicrafts Awards 2023. They are among 47 exceptional artisans from across the country recognised by the
Sangeeta Barooah Pisharoty Becomes First Woman & First Assamese President of the Press Club of India in 68 Years Featured NE News Regional Beat by Akanksha - December 15, 20250 In a landmark moment for Indian journalism, Sangeeta Barooah Pisharoty has created history by becoming the first woman president of the Press Club of India (PCI) since its inception 68 years ago — and notably, the first Assamese and first Northeastern woman to hold the prestigious position. Her election marks a