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Air Pollution Causes 9.8 Million Global Deaths Annually, Including 2 Million in India

Air Pollution Causes 9.8 Million Global Deaths Annually, Including 2 Million in India

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Air Pollution Causes 9.8 Million Global Deaths Annually, Including 2 Million in India Why in News? Dr. Sukumar Debnath, a noted microbiologist and CEO of the Centre for Study on Environmental Microbiology, raised serious concerns about rising air pollution and its deadly impact during an interview. His remarks especially highlight the increasing pollution levels in […]

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Assam HS 1st Year Admission 2025

Assam HS 1st Year Admission 2025

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Assam HS 1st Year Admission 2025 Assam HS 1st Year Admission 2025, The Assam Higher Secondary Education Council (AHSEC) is set to commence the online application process for the two-year Higher Secondary course in Assam. To enroll in the course, students must first seek admission into the First Year. Applications for HS First Year admission

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Centre to Implement GPS-Based Toll Collection System, Replacing FASTag from May 1

Centre to Implement GPS-Based Toll Collection System, Replacing FASTag from May 1

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Centre to Implement GPS-Based Toll Collection System, Replacing FASTag from May 1 Why in News? The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways will launch a GPS-based toll collection system from May 1, 2025, replacing the current FASTag system. The new system promises distance-based tolling, greater efficiency, and the elimination of toll booths, as announced by

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Advantage Assam 2.0: Vedanta Group Pioneers Efforts to Transform Announcements into Tangible Outcomes

Advantage Assam 2.0: Vedanta Group Pioneers Efforts to Transform Announcements into Tangible Outcomes

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Advantage Assam 2.0: Vedanta Group Pioneers Efforts to Transform Announcements into Tangible Outcomes Why in News? The Assam Government is taking significant steps to transform investment announcements from the Advantage Assam 2.0 summit into reality. Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma has been actively engaging with leading industrialists like Vedanta, Greenko, and Adani Group to

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Foreign Diplomats Express Interest in Exploring Investment and Collaboration Opportunities in Northeast India

Foreign Diplomats Express Interest in Exploring Investment and Collaboration Opportunities in Northeast India

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Foreign Diplomats Express Interest in Exploring Investment and Collaboration Opportunities in Northeast India Why in News? The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) hosted an Ambassadors’ Meet in New Delhi, where diplomats from over 80 countries showed strong interest in exploring investment and partnership opportunities in India’s North Eastern Region (NER). The event

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CM Sarma Launches ₹100 Crore Development Initiatives in Karbi Anglong, Aims to Elevate Region to National Prominence

CM Sarma Launches ₹100 Crore Development Initiatives in Karbi Anglong, Aims to Elevate Region to National Prominence

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CM Sarma Launches ₹100 Crore Development Initiatives in Karbi Anglong, Aims to Elevate Region to National Prominence Why in News? Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a series of major developmental projects and infrastructure commitments in Karbi Anglong, aiming to transform it into one of the top districts in India. The announcement was made during

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Government Increases PWD Contractor Registration Fees; Non-Refundable Clause Draws Public Criticism

Government Increases PWD Contractor Registration Fees; Non-Refundable Clause Draws Public Criticism

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Government Increases PWD Contractor Registration Fees; Non-Refundable Clause Draws Public Criticism Why in News? The State government’s decision to significantly increase and make non-refundable the registration fees for PWD Roads contractors has caused widespread resentment and unrest among contractors across Assam. The move is aimed at increasing revenue but has triggered backlash, especially since many

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IMD Forecasts Subdued Monsoon for Northeast India, Favourable Rainfall Expected Across Rest of the Country

IMD Forecasts Subdued Monsoon for Northeast India, Favourable Rainfall Expected Across Rest of the Country

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IMD Forecasts Subdued Monsoon for Northeast India, Favourable Rainfall Expected Across Rest of the Country Why in News? The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has released its long-range monsoon forecast for 2025, predicting above-normal rainfall for most of India but below-normal rainfall for the Northeast, Northwest, and South Peninsular India. The report also highlights severe rainfall

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Indian Railways Conducts Successful Trial of First Onboard ATM Facility

Indian Railways Conducts Successful Trial of First Onboard ATM Facility

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Indian Railways Conducts Successful Trial of First Onboard ATM Facility Why in News? An ATM installed inside the Panchavati Express has successfully completed its trial run, marking a first-of-its-kind innovation in Indian Railways, allowing passengers to withdraw money while the train is in motion. Important Key Points: ATM on Moving Train:Indian Railways Conducts Successful Trial

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Scientists Identify New Frog Species in Garbhanga Reserve Forest, Assam

Scientists Identify New Frog Species in Garbhanga Reserve Forest, Assam

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Scientists Identify New Frog Species in Garbhanga Reserve Forest, Assam Why in News? A new frog species named Leptobrachium aryatium has been discovered in Garbhanga Reserve Forest near Guwahati, Assam, highlighting the region’s rich biodiversity and the importance of local scientific research. Important Key Points: New Species Discovered:A group of herpetologists have discovered a new

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