Being 'Assamese': the trilogy of sacred existence

Being 'Assamese': the trilogy of sacred existence
by Dr Pallavi Deka

   Search for ethnic identity has been a continuous process in the politics of North East India,whether it be be the tribals or lately by the Assamese community in the Brahmaputra plains. This article throws up valuable insights on the whole complex issue of cultural and political assimilation of the people of Assam.

Source: Assam Tribune 8th June 2015

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Accountability of Media and self-regulation

Accountability of Media and self-regulation
by Dalim Phukan

From the role of crusaders to hegemons, media is perhaps the greatest factor governing our lives. More than the State machinery, it is the media that has now begun to command the total devotion of masses in the day to day lives. But lately the dark spot  of media bully ism, managed news and propaganda news has cast doubt on the entire spectre of Media's role towards the society. This article within its limited frame underlines the need for Media regulation; which is much needed for the survival of a free,just and liberal society.

Source: Assam Tribune 20th June 2015

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Assam's Governance : An analysis

Does the sleaze trail end here?
The Beaten Track Columns by DN Bezboruah

An insightful article on the governance of Assam by the noted journalist DN Bezboruah. This article analyses the 15 year tragectory of the present government. The Ups and the Downs and the future ahead.

Source: Assam Tribune 30th June 2015
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