#hygiene

Outrage erupts in Assam over barefoot tea processing allegations

Assam residents are demanding action after reports surfaced of workers at a Lahowal factory trampling tea leaves with their bare feet.

Timungpi Terang • 1 Aug 2026

St John School Opens New Sanitation Facilities in Kiusam

St John School in Kiusam recently installed a new hand wash station and upgraded its urinal sheds to improve student health and hygiene standards.

Naro Jamir • 1 Aug 2026

East Khasi Hills Officials Issue Monsoon Health Alert

East Khasi Hills health authorities issued a monsoon advisory warning residents to prevent mosquito breeding and waterborne diseases through strict hygiene.

NEWire Desk • 17 Jul 2026