Current Affairs

CM Sarma: Focus on Wealth Creation, Not Debt—₹58,000 Cr Available for Immediate Use Assam’s Strong Financial Position: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reaffirmed the state’s robust financial health during his address in the Assembly. Sustainable Debt Management: He emphasized that 50% of the state’s debt is allocated for wealth creation, ensuring long-term economic benefits. Strategic […]

Assam Budget 2025-26: Strategic Initiatives for Women’s Welfare, Entrepreneurship, and Safety Budget 2025-26 Prioritizes Women’s Empowerment The government’s 2025-26 budget emphasizes women’s empowerment through financial independence, education, healthcare, and safety initiatives. Enhanced Financial Assistance The Orunodoi Scheme now provides Rs 1,400 per month (up from Rs 1,250) in direct cash transfers. Over 37.2 lakh women

Assam Budget of ₹2.6 Lakh Crore Announced: Key Allocations and Initiatives Budget Overview: In her fifth consecutive budget speech, Finance Minister Ajanta Neog emphasized a balanced approach to large-scale infrastructure development while prioritizing social welfare, education, and economic growth. Total Allocation: The Assam Budget 2025-26 has an allocation of ₹2.60 lakh crore, focusing on key

Government to Introduce Legislation on Coaching Institutes; Civilian Awards Announced The State Cabinet, in its meeting on Sunday, Government to Introduce Legislation on Coaching Institutes; Civilian Awards Announced, approved the introduction of the Assam Coaching Institute Control and Regulation Act to enhance the governance and operational efficiency of private coaching institutes. Additionally, it sanctioned amendments

Assam Lok Adalat Resolves 29,021 Cases, Settles Disputes Worth Over ₹1,278 Crore The National Lok Adalat in Assam successfully resolved 29,021 cases in a single day, demonstrating a significant achievement in alternative dispute resolution. Organized by the Assam State Legal Services Authority (ASLSA) under the mandate of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA), the event

Assam Records One of India’s Lowest Average Work Hours at 5.87 Per Day There are significant variations in the average time spent on paid economic activities across Indian states. According to a report by the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister, Assam Records One of India’s Lowest Average Work Hours at 5.87 Per Day,

Government to Enhance Snakebite Treatment Facilities at PHCs: Minister Singhal The Assam government plans to expand snakebite treatment facilities at the Primary Health Centre (PHC) level, ensuring wider availability of anti-snake venom (ASV) based on case load and feasibility. Health Minister Ashok Singhal informed the Assam Assembly that doctors and healthcare staff in designated hospitals

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