Assam will host India’s first decaffeinated black tea factory in Dibrugarh using indigenous CSIR-NEIST technology that removes up to 95% caffeine while preserving flavour and aroma. A complementary green-process caffeine-extraction unit is planned for Tinsukia, linking tea production with pharma-grade ingredient recovery and strengthening Assam’s value chain

Assam greenlights a 20% Durga Puja bonus for Assam Tea Corporation employees and labourers, aligning with the statutory ceiling and tradition.

African tea imports, especially from Kenya, surged by 288% in 2024, raising concerns for Assam tea growers due to price pressure and brand dilution risks. Import prices are lower, intensifying competition, while small growers face falling prices. Stronger regulations and transparency are needed to protect Assam’s tea identity and market integrity.

The Jorhat Gymkhana Club stands as Assam's most remarkable colonial sporting legacy. Built in 1876 by British tea planters, this historic venue has hosted horse races for over 160 years. From informal gatherings near Garmur in 1850 to today's prestigious Governor's Cup, the racing tradition connects Assam's tea garden heritage with modern sporting excellence. The club emerged when British planters needed recreation from demanding tea estate duties. What began as simple horse races evolved into Asia's oldest multi-sport complex, featuring golf, polo, tennis, and cricket facilities. The 1.6-kilometer racing track has remained unchanged since 1876, testing riders and horses across generations. Colonial history lives on through bareback racing traditions and community participation. Manipuri ponies replaced British horses after Independence, ensuring continuity despite changing times. The successful 2025 races attracted 80 horses, proving this heritage remains vibrant. Today, the Jorhat Gymkhana Club bridges past and present, where colonial architecture meets modern tourism, and racing legends inspire new generations of enthusiasts.

Malati Mem was a simple tea garden worker who transformed into a freedom fighter and became Assam's first woman martyr in 1921.

A captivating journey through Assam's tea gardens reveals wildlife encounters, heritage tea estates, and the spiritual beauty of Maha Mrityunjay Temple, offering travelers an authentic taste of Assam's cultural landscape.

Explore the sacred tea tasting traditions that define quality in Assam's tea gardens. From British colonial origins to modern professional techniques, discover how master tasters preserve authentic flavors through time-honored rituals that connect every garden to Assam's rich tea heritage.