In a first-of-its-kind effort in Northeast India, the DAE-Civil Hospital Cancer Wing in Shillong has launched a VR-Assisted Guided Imagery Therapy and Study to support cancer patients undergoing chemo-radiation.
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad k Sangma informed about these technological interventions and road map ahead while virtually inaugurating the two-day workshop on Emerging Technologies at the State Convention Centre in Shillong on Thursday.
A growing infestation of greenflies has emerged as a major threat to tea plantations in Assam and West Bengal, severely affecting crop health and causing significant yield losses. Industry experts are sounding the alarm over the escalating crisis, warning that greenflies are now active year-round and causing yield declines of 11% to 55% in some regions.
In a rare and significant discovery, the Dog-faced Water Snake (Cerberus rynchops) has been documented for the first time in Northeast India, nearly 800 km from its known coastal range. This inland record from Assam’s Nalbari District challenges previous assumptions about the species’ habitat preferences and underscores the vital role of local snake rescuers in ecological research.
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh today announced the expansion of the Mission Saffron initiative across Northeast India.
The second edition of the Dibrugarh University International Literature Festival (DUILF) concluded on a high note, establishing itself as a transformative literary event in Northeast India.
The release of a report on Kaziranga's sixth waterbird count underscored the need for wetland protection and showcased KTR’s efforts in leading India’s conservation movement.
Guwahati, Jan 22: The smuggling of hydroponic weed has emerged as the latest challenge for enforcement agencies in India’s northeastern region. "Hydroponic weed is...
Get ready for a three-day cultural and economic spectacle like no other! Starting December 6, Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav will light up Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, Delhi, celebrating the vibrant culture, crafts, and economic potential of Northeast India.
