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17 February, 2026

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Assam government announces new rural development plan

Assam • 17 Feb, 2026

State government unveils a ₹500 crore package aimed at infrastructure and livelihood development in rural areas.

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Major traffic diversions announced for Guwahati city

Assam • 17 Feb, 2026

Roadwork and marathon events will result in traffic changes across key routes — commuters advised to plan ahead.

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Farmers adopt new organic techniques in Barpeta district

Assam • 17 Feb, 2026

Local NGOs and agricultural departments collaborate to train farmers on sustainable, organic farming methods.

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Cultural festival draws thousands to Tezpur

Assam • 17 Feb, 2026

Traditional music, dance and handicraft stalls highlight Assam's rich cultural heritage at the three-day fair.

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Health drive: Free checkups rolled out in rural clinics

Assam • 17 Feb, 2026

Government and health partners begin a free medical camp campaign focusing on maternal and child health.

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New IT park proposal for North Guwahati receives attention

Assam • 17 Feb, 2026

Proposal could boost local employment and tech entrepreneurship in the region pending clearances.

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River cleaning initiative kicks off along Brahmaputra banks

Assam • 17 Feb, 2026

Volunteers and municipal teams begin coordinated cleanup and awareness drives to protect river ecology.

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Local startups win seed funding in pitch event

Assam • 17 Feb, 2026

Several promising startups from Assam secure early-stage grants to scale education and agri-tech solutions.

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School renovation program benefits dozens of villages

Assam • 17 Feb, 2026

New classrooms, toilets and learning materials are being distributed as part of the state renovation program.

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Weather alert: Heavy rains predicted in parts of Assam

Assam • 17 Feb, 2026

Meteorological department issues advisory; residents urged to secure property and avoid flood-prone areas.

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Medical college to open in remote region of Assam

Assam • 17 Feb, 2026

A new medical college is set to open in a remote part, improving access to higher education and health care.

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Renewable energy project launched near Kaziranga

Assam • 17 Feb, 2026

Solar and wind energy plants will be established to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and boost jobs.

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Assam tea industry sees surge in exports this quarter

Assam • 17 Feb, 2026

Tea exports from Assam rise significantly, driven by demand from international markets.

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Wildlife sanctuary status proposed for new forest area

Assam • 17 Feb, 2026

Government considers upgrading a forest tract to sanctuary status to protect biodiversity.

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Smart village initiative: WiFi & digital classrooms introduced

Assam • 17 Feb, 2026

Selected villages will get WiFi connectivity and digital classrooms under new initiative.

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Large industrial park gets green-light in Bodoland region

Assam • 17 Feb, 2026

Approval given for major industrial park—expected to generate thousand jobs in the region.

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Heritage building in Dibrugarh to be restored

Assam • 17 Feb, 2026

Colonial-era heritage building to get major restoration to become museum and cultural centre.

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Assam’s first drone delivery service trial begins

Assam • 17 Feb, 2026

Drone delivery of medicines and essentials begins in pilot phase in remote areas.

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Traditional handloom exports from Assam hit record highs

Assam • 17 Feb, 2026

Assam’s handloom sector reports record export figures, driven by global demand for authentic textiles.

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Traffic camera network to roll out in Guwahati city this month

Assam • 17 Feb, 2026

New traffic cameras and monitoring systems to improve road safety and reduce accidents.

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