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The traditional Bodo indigenous game, Amwl Dimwl, was featured on the second day of the Kokrajhar Youth Festival 2026. MCLA Jubiraj Basumatary highlighted the need to preserve and promote these games as symbols of cultural identity for younger generations. The event was organized by the Bodoland Indigenous Games Association.
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Simaltapu police arrested cattle smuggler Hasmat Ali during a late-night operation on Monday. This followed BTC chief Hagrama Mohilary's warning against smugglers in the district. The BTC has also ordered the closure of four cattle markets to curb illegal trade.
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Assam Hockey and the Kokrajhar Hockey Association are organizing the East Zone Asmita Sub-Junior and Junior Women’s Hockey League 2026–27. The tournament will take place at SAI STC, Kathalguri, Kokrajhar, from October 25 to November 4. Six state teams are expected to compete under the Khelo India initiative.
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Assam police seized a large consignment of narcotics valued at approximately ₹2 crore in Kokrajhar district. Authorities recovered 27.3 kilograms of suspected opium concealed within specially designed compartments of a vehicle. The operation resulted in the arrest of one individual connected to the trafficking attempt.
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