Assamese culture
Rahul Gandhi Honors Zubeen Garg in Assam: The Mount Kanchenjunga Connection
Oct 17, 2025 10:26 pm CST
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi paid tribute to Assam's cultural icon Zubeen Garg at his cremation site in Guwahati, sharing a personal connection to Mount Kanchenjunga - a symbol the late singer identified with. Gandhi planted a 'nahor' sapling and promised the family that the truth behind Zubeen's death in Singapore would be pursued, while Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma noted the delayed timing of Gandhi's visit.
PM Modi Pays Tribute to Zubeen Garg, Bhupen Hazarika and SL Bhyrappa in Mann Ki Baat Address
Sep 28, 2025 04:37 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi honored the legacy of recently deceased Assamese singer Zubeen Garg, celebrated musician Bhupen Hazarika, and Karnataka author SL Bhyrappa during his Mann Ki Baat address. The Prime Minister highlighted their cultural contributions, played their musical compositions, and encouraged the younger generation to explore these artists' works that represent India's rich cultural heritage.
SIT Summons Northeast India Festival Organizer in Zubeen Garg Death Investigation
Sep 27, 2025 01:29 pm CST
The Special Investigation Team probing singer Zubeen Garg's death has summoned Northeast India Festival organizer Shyamkanu Mahanta and others to join the investigation by October 6. Garg died while swimming during a yacht ride in Singapore, prompting protests across Assam demanding justice and a transparent investigation.
Tensions Rise as Police Investigate Zubeen Garg's Death: Manager Siddhartha Sharma Evades Authorities Amid Protests
Sep 26, 2025 03:00 am CST
Assam police's Special Investigation Team is investigating the death of iconic singer Zubeen Garg, focusing on his manager Siddhartha Sharma who has allegedly acquired substantial wealth and is now evading authorities. Protests have erupted near Sharma's residence while investigators have detained musician Shekhar Jyoti Goswami and raided cultural activist Shyamkanu Mahanta's home in connection with the case.