What is the traditional Assamese rice beer called? [#2329]

Apong is a traditional rice beer widely consumed by various indigenous communities in Assam, India. It's a fermented beverage prepared from rice and local yeast, with recipes and brewing techniques often passed down through families. Apong plays a significant role in Assamese culture and is commonly featured in social gatherings, festivals, and religious ceremonies. It is also known by other local names such as "Haaz", "Mod" or “Lao-pani”.

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Apong is a traditional rice beer widely consumed by various indigenous communities in Assam, India. It's a fermented beverage prepared from rice and local yeast, with recipes and brewing techniques often passed down through families. Apong plays a significant role in Assamese culture and is commonly featured in social gatherings, festivals, and religious ceremonies. It is also known by other local names such as "Haaz", "Mod" or “Lao-pani”.

The first sugar mill in Assam was set up in Baruah Bamun Gaon, Dergaon, in 1958.

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The first sugar mill in Assam was set up in Baruah Bamun Gaon, Dergaon, in 1958.

Henry Cotton was a British administrator who served as the Chief Commissioner of Assam from 1896 to 1902. He is credited with introducing the Assam Railway and the Assam Tea Company, and is often referred to as the "Maker of Modern Assam" for his contributions to the state's development.

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Henry Cotton was a British administrator who served as the Chief Commissioner of Assam from 1896 to 1902. He is credited with introducing the Assam Railway and the Assam Tea Company, and is often referred to as the "Maker of Modern Assam" for his contributions to the state's development.

Mahiranga (Mirong) Danava

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Mahiranga (Mirong) Danava

The second Burmese invasion of Assam took place on February 15, 1819. The Burmese army, led by Kiamingi (Ala Mingi Borgohain), was met by an army led by Jagannath Dhekial Phukan at Phulapanichiga, near Janji. The Burmese army was defeated, losing about 300 soldiers, and retreated a short distance.

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The second Burmese invasion of Assam took place on February 15, 1819. The Burmese army, led by Kiamingi (Ala Mingi Borgohain), was met by an army led by Jagannath Dhekial Phukan at Phulapanichiga, near Janji. The Burmese army was defeated, losing about 300 soldiers, and retreated a short distance.

The Battle of Ghiladhari was fought on March 27, 1817 between the Burmese forces and the Assamese army. The Burmese forces were led by General Bhamo and the Assamese forces were led by Daman Gogoi, Hau Bora, and Jama Khan. The Burmese forces defeated the Assamese army, and the Assamese army surrendered within a week.

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The Battle of Ghiladhari was fought on March 27, 1817 between the Burmese forces and the Assamese army. The Burmese forces were led by General Bhamo and the Assamese forces were led by Daman Gogoi, Hau Bora, and Jama Khan. The Burmese forces defeated the Assamese army, and the Assamese army surrendered within a week.

Assam has four major oil refineries: Digboi Refinery: The oldest refinery in India, established in 1901. Noonmati Refinery (Guwahati Refinery): Established in 1962. Bongaigaon Refinery: Established in 1999. Numaligarh Refinery: Established in 1999.

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Assam has four major oil refineries: Digboi Refinery: The oldest refinery in India, established in 1901. Noonmati Refinery (Guwahati Refinery): Established in 1962. Bongaigaon Refinery: Established in 1999. Numaligarh Refinery: Established in 1999.

The Digboi Oil Refinery is situated in the Tinsukia district of Assam, India. It holds the distinction of being the oldest operating refinery in the country, having commenced operations in 1901.

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The Digboi Oil Refinery is situated in the Tinsukia district of Assam, India. It holds the distinction of being the oldest operating refinery in the country, having commenced operations in 1901.

Anup Ghatak

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Anup Ghatak

Digboi

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Digboi

Ali Mech was a tribal chief in the 13th century CE, in the region of present-day north of Bengal belonging to the Mech people. He is said to have helped Bakhtiyar Khalji during his Tibet campaign and converted to Islam under his influence.

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Ali Mech was a tribal chief in the 13th century CE, in the region of present-day north of Bengal belonging to the Mech people. He is said to have helped Bakhtiyar Khalji during his Tibet campaign and converted to Islam under his influence.