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October 2006

Iowa State Fair ..a Visit to Remember..

Submitted by admin on Sat, 10/14/2006 - 01:18

The Midwestern state of Iowa is unlikely to figure in a casual conversation about the USA. It is worth noting however, that Iowa contributes more than 10 billion dollars worth of agricultural output to the US economy annually. For starters, it accounts for 19 and 17 percent of the nation’s total corn and soybean production respectively. It is also one of the leading producers of dairy, meat and poultry products in the country. Incidentally, Iowa also happens to be the birthplace of Norman Ernest Borlaug, renowned agricultural scientist and Nobel laureate.

Chemistry

Submitted by admin on Sat, 10/14/2006 - 01:07

Phukan had been relentless in his research into the medicinal properties of the local flora for several years. Since his return from England upon completion of doctoral work, he had been scouring the neighboring areas for any plants, and their roots, barks, seeds or fruits that were known to possess healing qualities. He had also been scouting the surrounding districts of the state for any local bez or medicine man that claimed abilities beyond the normal for their herbal potions. Dr.

A Tribute to Jayanta

Submitted by admin on Sat, 10/14/2006 - 01:02

On 21 October 2006, this year’s Diwali day, enthusiastic music lovers from Assam, led by Mrs Rini Kakati organised a musical evening at Wembley in London to commemorate the death anniversary of Jayanta Hazarika. He was our dear Rana Bhaity who passed away at the age of 34 on 15 October 1977. Jayanta’s wife Manisha, son Mayukh and daughter in-law Lailee were invited for this occasion and had come all the way from Assam . The function started with a solemn emotional speech by Rini Kakati recalling her association with Rana in earlier days when he was an up and coming singer.

Jayanta Hazarika Remembered in London, UK

Submitted by admin on Sat, 10/14/2006 - 00:49

On October 18, 2006, the Nehru Centre, the Cultural Wing of the High Commission of India in London presented a stunning programme to commemorate the 29th death anniversary of Jayanta Hazarika, the great legend and music icon of Assam. Lord Swraj Paul and Kamalesh Sharma, High Commissioner for India lit the candle while Manisha Hazarika paid her tribute by offering a white flower on his photograph because white was his favourite colour. Dignitaries from various offices and a representative of the Mayor of London were also present with well wishing messages. Dr.