{
  "id": 8693180,
  "title": "Assamese Poet And Lyricist Anis Uz Zaman Passes Away At 79",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/20/assamese-poet-and-lyricist-anis-uz-zaman-passes-away-at-79",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-20T12:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/lifestyle/assamese-poet-and-lyricist-anis-uz-zaman-passes-away-at-79"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Renowned Assamese poet and lyricist Anis Uz Zaman passed away at 79, succumbing to a prolonged illness on September 20 morning. The acclaimed writer breathed his last at 5:40 AM in a private hospital in Guwahati. Zaman's passing leaves a void in Assam's literary community, where he made significant contributions through poetry and songwriting. Known for his ability to convey emotions and societal concerns through his verses, Zaman's work enriched Assamese literature and culture. His literary legacy includes 'Kavya Ratna' and 'National Poet' honors, and his impact remains unforgettable.",
  "summary": "Renowned Assamese poet and lyricist Anis Uz Zaman passed away at the age of 79 on Sunday morning, September 20, after a prolonged illness. He breathed his last at 5:40 AM at a private hospital in Guwahati. He leaves behind a significant body of work in Assam’s literary and cultural landscape. His death marks a loss for the Assamese literary community, where he was known for his contributions to…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}