Assam CM Holds Video Conference with DCs; Announces ‘Eti Koli Duti Paat’ Scheme Launch on August 15 Why in News? Assam Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma conducted a video conference with all District Commissioners (DCs) to discuss the rollout of the ‘Eti Koli Duti Paat’ scheme, aimed at providing financial assistance to tea garden […]
Assam Government to Issue Arms Licences to Indigenous Citizens in Vulnerable and Remote Areas Why in News? The Assam government announced a special scheme to grant arms licences to indigenous citizens residing in vulnerable and remote areas of the state. This initiative aims to empower local communities to protect themselves amidst rising concerns over cross-border
Assam’s Defence Corridor Proposal Gains Momentum After CM’s Meeting with Defence Minister Why in News? Assam’s initiative to establish a defence corridor has advanced following Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s meeting with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi on May 26, 2025. Important Key Points: Strategic Proposal: The proposed defence corridor aims to strengthen
Northeast India: From Frontier to Frontrunner Read More »
Northeast India: From Frontier to Frontrunner Why in News? The Northeast region of India, once seen as a remote frontier, is now gaining prominence as a potential growth hub in the country’s development journey. The article emphasizes how strategic interventions and policy support are transforming this historically underserved region into an economic and strategic frontrunner.
Arunachal Pradesh Seals ₹6,357 Crore Investment Deals at Rising Northeast Investors Summit 2025 Why in News? At the Rising Northeast Investors Summit 2025 held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, from May 23 to 24, Arunachal Pradesh signed 16 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) totaling ₹6,357 crore with private sector investors. Important Key Points: Agri-Biofuel Global Ltd.:
Assam Secures ₹1,000 Crore ADB Loan for Skill University to Support Ratan Tata Electronic City Why in News? The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has extended a ₹1,000 crore loan to Assam for establishing the Assam Skill University. This institution aims to provide specialized training aligned with the state’s burgeoning electronics manufacturing sector. Important Key Points:
KVK Tinsukia to Launch 15-Day ‘Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan’ from May 29 Read More »
KVK Tinsukia to Launch 15-Day ‘Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan’ from May 29 Why in News? The Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Tinsukia, Assam, is set to launch a 15-day national campaign titled “Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan” starting from May 29, 2025. This initiative aims to raise awareness among the farming community about modern agricultural practices
CM Sarma meets top industry leaders Read More »
CM Sarma meets top industry leaders Why in News? Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has initiated a strategic six-month action plan to actualize the ₹5.18 lakh crore investment commitments secured during the Advantage Assam 2.0 summit held in February 2025. In a series of high-level meetings in New Delhi, CM Sarma engaged with industry
CM Sarma aims for ₹10L Crore Read More »
CM Sarma aims for ₹10L Crore GSDP by 2028 Why in News? Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has articulated an ambitious vision to elevate the state’s Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) to ₹10 lakh crore by the fiscal year 2027–2028. This strategic objective was a focal point during his recent meeting with Union Finance
Rising Northeast Investors Summit 2025 Read More »
Rising Northeast Investors Summit 2025 Why in News? At the Rising Northeast Investors Summit 2025 held on May 23 in New Delhi, major Indian conglomerates—Reliance Industries, Adani Group, and Vedanta Group—announced substantial investment commitments totaling over ₹1.5 lakh crore for the development of Northeast India. Important Key Points: Reliance Industries – ₹75,000 Crore Employment Generation:
