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Assam Set to Highlight Investment Opportunities at Japan World Expo 2025

Assam Set to Highlight Investment Opportunities at Japan World Expo 2025

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Assam Set to Highlight Investment Opportunities at Japan World Expo 2025 Why in News? State’s proactive efforts to attract global investments and showcase its cultural heritage. Assam Set to Highlight Investment Opportunities at Japan World Expo 2025. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that Assam is actively exploring this opportunity to engage with Japanese businessmen […]

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Assam Public Examination Act 2024: The Urgent Need for Amendment to Prevent Cheating

Assam Public Examination Act 2024: The Urgent Need for Amendment to Prevent Cheating

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Assam Public Examination Act 2024: The Urgent Need for Amendment to Prevent Cheating Why in News? Due to recent incidents of examination malpractice in Assam. Notably, the Class 11 Mathematics paper leak in March 2025 exposed vulnerabilities in the state’s academic examination system. This incident led to the cancellation of the exam and disciplinary actions

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Power Tariff Reduction from April 1: Domestic Consumers to Save ₹1 per Unit

Power Tariff Reduction from April 1: Domestic Consumers to Save ₹1 per Unit

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Power Tariff Reduction from April 1: Domestic Consumers to Save ₹1 per Unit Why in News? Assam government has announced a power tariff reduction, effective from April 1, 2025, which will provide financial relief to domestic and commercial consumers. The move aligns with the state budget commitments and aims to make electricity more affordable for

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Assam Government Considers Cluster-Based Cadre System to Tackle Teacher Shortage; Over 35,000 Transfers Implemented

Assam Government Considers Cluster-Based Cadre System to Tackle Teacher Shortage; Over 35,000 Transfers Implemented

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Assam Government Considers Cluster-Based Cadre System to Tackle Teacher Shortage; Over 35,000 Transfers Implemented Why in News? Assam government is considering a cluster-based cadre system to address the shortage of teachers in remote areas, ensuring a more equitable distribution of educators across the state. Additionally, the government has implemented over 35,000 teacher transfers to manage

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State's Debt Surges Tenfold in a Decade, Reaches ₹24,118 Crore in 2023-24

State’s Debt Surges Tenfold in a Decade, Reaches ₹24,118 Crore in 2023-24

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State’s Debt Surges Tenfold in a Decade, Reaches ₹24,118 Crore in 2023-24 Why in News? Assam’s debt has surged tenfold over the past decade, reaching ₹24,118 crore in 2023-24, raising concerns about the state’s financial health and economic sustainability. The sharp rise in debt has sparked discussions on fiscal mismanagement, increasing reliance on borrowings, and

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DoNER Released Only 16% of Sanctioned Funds for 27 State Projects Since 2017-18: MoS

DoNER Released Only 16% of Sanctioned Funds for 27 State Projects Since 2017-18: MoS

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DoNER Released Only 16% of Sanctioned Funds for 27 State Projects Since 2017-18: MoS Why in News? The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) has released only 16% of the sanctioned funds for 27 state projects since 2017-18, raising concerns over the slow pace of development in the Northeast. The revelation highlights issues

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Tea Industry in Peril: Climate Change and Pest Infestations Threaten State's Economy

Tea Industry in Peril: Climate Change and Pest Infestations Threaten State’s Economy

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Tea Industry in Peril: Climate Change and Pest Infestations Threaten State’s Economy Why in News? Assam’s tea industry, a vital part of the state’s economy, is facing a severe crisis due to climate change and pest infestations. Erratic weather conditions and rising temperatures are leading to lower yields, reduced tea quality, and financial losses for

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Assam Home to 9 of India's 20 Most Soil Erosion-Prone Districts

Assam Home to 9 of India’s 20 Most Soil Erosion-Prone Districts

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Assam Home to 9 of India’s 20 Most Soil Erosion-Prone Districts Why in News? Assam has been identified as home to 9 of India’s 20 most soil erosion-prone districts, highlighting a severe environmental and socio-economic challenge for the state. The findings raise concerns over the loss of agricultural land, displacement of communities, and the impact

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Assam Assembly Approves ₹2.63 Lakh Crore Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26

Assam Assembly Approves ₹2.63 Lakh Crore Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26

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Assam Assembly Approves ₹2.63 Lakh Crore Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26 Why in News? Assam Assembly Approves ₹2.63 Lakh Crore Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget, focusing on economic growth, social welfare, and infrastructure development. This budget is significant due to its pro-people initiatives and pre-election economic measures aimed at boosting various sectors in the

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