Current Affairs

Government Develops 5-Year Irrigation Master Plan with 3,900 Ongoing Projects: Minister Assam has developed a five-year irrigation master plan for all districts, incorporating inputs from legislators, as announced by Irrigation Minister Ashok Singhal in the Assam Legislative Assembly. The announcement was made in response to a question by Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi during the ninth […]

Number of Schools in Assam Reduced to 44,743 Following Mergers: Minister Pegu The number of schools in Assam declined from 44,826 in 2021-22 to 44,743 in 2023-24, as stated by Education Minister Ranoj Pegu in response to a query by Congress MLA Abul Kalam Rasheed Alam. No schools have been closed recently; however, due to

State’s Liquor Revenue Surges to ₹4,281 Cr in 2024-25, Tripling Since 2016 Significant Revenue Growth: Assam’s liquor revenue has surged over the past eight years, reaching ₹4,281 crore in 2024-25 (until January), compared to ₹1,433 crore in 2016-17. Excise Minister’s Statement: During the Question Hour in the State Legislative Assembly, Excise Minister Atul Bora provided

Minister Patowary Reports 3.35 Lakh Hectares of Assam’s Reserved Forests Encroached Encroachment on Reserved Forests in Assam: A total of 3,35,322.60 hectares of land in Assam’s reserved forests are under encroachment. Encroached by neighboring states: 83,811.3974 hectares Encroached by state residents: 2,50,350.0666 hectares Encroached by tea gardens: 1,161.136 hectares Government Action: From 2021 to December

300 km of New Embankments Under Construction to Mitigate Flood Risks: Pijush Hazarika Embankment Construction: Approximately 300 km of new embankments are being constructed in flood-prone areas to significantly reduce flood damage, as stated by Water Resources Minister Pijush Hazarika. Survey & Feasibility: The Water Resources Department conducted a detailed survey to identify feasible locations

CM Sarma Advocates Expanding Hindi Beyond Central Offices to State Governments Promotion of Hindi in State Offices: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has emphasized the need for Hindi to be widely used in state government offices across India, extending its presence beyond central government institutions. Address at Regional Conference: Speaking at the Regional Official

Dhubri’s ₹200 Crore Crypto Scam Linked to Dubai; Two Arrested, More Suspects Under Investigation Police Crackdown on International Crypto-MLM Scam The South Salmara-Mankachar Police uncovered an international cryptocurrency-based multi-level marketing (MLM) scam that defrauded thousands across Assam. Two individuals, Akheruzzaman Ahmed (26) and Nur Alom Ahmed (27), were arrested on March 4 from Tumni Simlakandi

Government Approves Sewerage Treatment Plant to Enhance Urban Water Quality The government has approved funding for a sewage treatment plant, with construction set to begin within this year. Minister for Public Health and Engineering (PHE), Jayanta Mallabarua, announced this during the Budget session of the Assam Legislative Assembly. The project aligns with the Mission Flood

Avian-adaptation-how-guwahatis-birds-are-responds Birds, with their vibrant plumage and intriguing behaviors, have fascinated humans for centuries. Their activities—migration, foraging, nesting, and breeding—play a crucial role in maintaining ecosystems. Guwahati’s wetlands have long served as vital stopovers for migratory birds, witnessing their seasonal arrivals annually. However, climate change is disrupting these patterns, raising concerns about how birds are

Assam Reports 121 Rape Cases Within the First Two Months of 2025 Assam recorded 121 rape cases in the first two months of 2025, as reported by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in the state Assembly. The data, presented in response to West Guwahati MLA Ramendra Narayan Kalita’s query, underscores the ongoing challenge of crimes