Assam told to pay 2 lakh to husband of woman pushed into Bangladesh
The Gauhati High Court took serious exception to the way a Foreigners Tribunal in Nagaon handled Mumtaz Begums case; the court impleaded the Ministry of External Affairs in the case and advised it to make an endeavour to have the woman located in Bangladesh and to expatriate her to India.
Assam raises ex-servicemen age limit for govt jobs from 42 to 45
73 homes built on agri land razed in Goalpara
BJP panel screens academic records of 250 Silchar civic poll aspirants
Protesters seek release of Cachar fisherman jailed in Bdesh
8-month-old girl found dead in pond on Hailakandi home premises
Hes not that kind of person: Mom of accused cries out in denial
VP unveils slew of infra projects in NE, Meghalaya gets Rs 1k-cr facilities
Assams Nagaon LS seat: ECI announces bypoll date after Cong leaders dramatic switch to BJP
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 7 (IANS) The Election Commission of India on Monday announced a by-election to the Nagaon Lok Sabha constituency in Assam, setting the stage for a fresh electoral battle in the seat vacated by former Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi following his dramatic switch to the BJP just before the 2026 Assam Assembly elections. According to the Election Commission, the Nagaon Parliamentary Constituency (PC-9) has fallen vacant due to the resignation of Bordoloi. The poll will be held on October 6, with counting scheduled for October 9. The notification will be issued on September 9, while September 16 will be the last date for filing nominations. Bordoloi, a two-time Lok Sabha MP from Nagaon and a veteran Congress leader, resigned from the party in March, days before the Assam Assembly elections. He subsequently joined the BJP and contested the Dispur Assembly seat on the ruling party's ticket, winning the election. He then resigned from the Lok Sabha, creating the vacancy that has now triggered the bypoll. His exit had come as a major setback for the Congress in Assam, particularly because Bordoloi had been a prominent party leader and was associated with the party for decades. He had cited differences within the organisation and alleged humiliation and sidelining before quitting Congress. The Nagaon bypoll is therefore expected to assume significance beyond the vacant parliamentary seat. It will be an early electoral test of the BJP's momentum following its strong performance in the Assam Assembly polls, while the Congress will seek to retain a constituency it had represented through Bordoloi. The contest could also become more complicated for the Congress after the AIUDF decided to field its own candidate instead of supporting the opposition party. The Election Commission said electoral rolls for Nagaon were finally published on February 10 this year, while EVMs and VVPATs will be used at all polling stations.
Assam Chief Minister Urges Youth to Shape States Future Against Adverse Forces
Assams CM Himanta Biswa Sarma calls on youth to embrace innovation and safeguard state progress during a university event. Assam Chief Minister Urges Youth to Shape States Future Against Adverse Forces
Assam: Man kills wife, keeps her severed head in fridge
Guwahati: Months after her wedding, a 25-year-old woman was found dead at her apartment in Guwahati, sending the police on a manhunt for her husband, who later surrendered, media reports said on Monday, September 7. Just a day ago, police had arrived at the apartment following neighbours complaints of a foul smell. The neighbours also Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Youth must oppose forces threatening development: Himanta Sarma
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 7 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday called upon the states youth to play a leading role in shaping its future, asserting that natural resources alone cannot transform the state without a strong human resource base and the right ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. Addressing a programme at Gauhati University, Sarma said Assam was working towards creating an ecosystem where young people could create, innovate and lead industries of the future. Natural resources can give you an advantage but human resources and the right ecosystem can change the entire game, the Chief Minister said. He stressed the importance of empowering young people with opportunities in education, innovation, entrepreneurship and emerging industries, saying the states future would depend significantly on the ability of its youth to seize these opportunities. Sarma urged the people of Assam, particularly the younger generation, to work towards building a new future for the state and protect the development gains achieved in recent years. He also appealed to the youth to oppose what he described as forces seeking to undermine Assams hard-earned growth and development. The Chief Minister said Assam was witnessing progress across several sectors and that creating opportunities for the younger generation was crucial to sustaining the states development trajectory. His remarks came during a programme attended by Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan at Gauhati University. The Vice-President had earlier laid the foundation stone for infrastructure projects worth Rs 110 crore at the university, including a new multidisciplinary academic building, a boys hostel, an international students hostel and development works related to the auditorium and library. The programme also featured the release of books on legendary Assamese singer and cultural icon Bhupen Hazarika and Assamese lexicography. Sarma has repeatedly highlighted the role of education, employment and skill development in transforming Assams economy and providing greater opportunities to its young population. The Chief Minister said the states development must be driven by a combination of its natural advantages and the capabilities of its people. He called upon the youth to embrace innovation and take advantage of emerging opportunities, while contributing to the broader goal of building a stronger and more prosperous Assam.
Nagaland empowering youth with drone technology
Govt school, house torched in Kangpokpi, Kuki bodies blame NSCN-IM
Assam Chief Minister Thanks Vice President for Strengthening Ties with Tamil Nadu
Assams Chief Minister praises Vice Presidents visit, highlighting cultural and educational ties with Tamil Nadu. Assam Chief Minister Thanks Vice President for Strengthening Ties with Tamil Nadu
Assam cabinet approves Green Cess policy, free bicycles for Class IX students
Assam's cabinet approved a Green Cess Policy for sustainable development and resource regulation. The state will also conduct Khel Maharan 3.0, focusing on young athletes' development. Qualifying service for promotions and age limits for ex-servicemen have been relaxed. Free bicycles will be distributed to Class IX students during the next fiscal year. These decisions aim to foster growth and support various sectors within Assam.
Assam plans Rs 534 crore refuge in Dibrugarh for rescued wildlife
Gold falls Rs 650 per 10 gm in Delhi amid weak global cues
New Delhi, Sep 7 (PTI) Gold prices began the week on a muted note, falling Rs 650 to Rs 1,60,250 per 10 grams in the national capital on Monday as a bearish global trend weighed on domestic sentiment. The yellow metal of 99.9 per cent purity had ended at Rs 1,60,900 per 10 grams on Friday. However, silver remained unchanged at Rs 2,40,500 per kilogram (inclusive of all taxes) for the second straight session, according to local traders. Gold remained under pressure after stronger-than-expected US jobs data increased expectations of a September Fed rate hike, with markets now awaiting this
Post-traumatic mental condition may contribute to heart risk, study finds
New Delhi, Sep 7 (PTI) Mental health conditions that may develop following a traumatic incident could contribute to a higher risk of future cardiovascular issues such as non-fatal heart attack and stroke or a fatal cardiac event, according to new research. Traumatic events are common experiences and can include serious fires or explosions, physical assault, transportation accidents, the suicide or death of a loved one, and severe medical illnesses or injuries, lead author Jennifer A Sumner, an associate professor in the department of psychology at the University of California Los Angeles, said. Experiencing traumatic events can significantly affect mental health
IDP rehab after law and order improves: Minister
Village volunteers, Arambai Tenggol not banned: Manipur CM
The Election Commission has announced byelections to five assembly constituencies in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and West Bengal as well as one Assam parliamentary constituency
Manipur to press Centre for 1951 base year for NRC update: Home minister
Kaziranga wildlife corridor notification removed from Assam govt site: Is Reliance
Guwahati: The Assam government has taken down a 2022 Gazette notification identifying nine wildlife corridors linking Kaziranga National Park to the Karbi Anglong hills, days after Northeast Now and other media outlets reported that details of the Panbari corridor were missing from it. The Environment, Forest and Climate Change Departments webpage that previously hosted the [] The post Kaziranga wildlife corridor notification removed from Assam govt site: Is Reliances Methoni Tea Estate set to benefit? appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Israeli airstrikes on a village in southern Lebanon kill 9 people, wound 13
KFAR RUMMAN, Lebanon, September 7, 2026 (AP) Israels air force carried out two airstrikes early Monday on a southern Lebanese village, killing at least nine people and wounding others, including women and children, Lebanons Health Ministry said. Mondays strikes came amid a new round of escalation between Israel and the militant Hezbollah group despite a truce reached more than two months ago. The strikes also came days after Israels military said it is in operational control of the strategic Ali Taher hill that overlooks several villages as well as main roads leading to the city of Nabatiyeh. The Health
Assam: 60-year-old shopkeeper held for alleged sexual assault of minor girl
Guwahati, Sep 7 (IANS) A 60-year-old shopkeeper has been arrested in Assam's Dhubri district for allegedly sexually assaulting a six-year-old girl at his shop, police said on Monday. The accused, identified as Juran Ali, was arrested after the girl's family lodged a complaint in connection with the alleged incident, which took place on September 4 in Chitalkati village under the jurisdiction of Bandihana Police Outpost. According to the complaint, the girl had gone to Ali's shop when he allegedly lured her inside and sexually assaulted her. The girl later returned home and informed her family about the incident. Following the child's disclosure, her family approached the Bandihana Police Outpost and submitted a formal complaint, prompting police to launch an investigation and initiate action against the accused. Police officials said Ali was arrested within hours of the complaint being registered. The operation was led by Investigating Officer Kapil Uddin Ahmed. During questioning, the accused allegedly confessed to the offence, police said. However, the statement forms part of the ongoing investigation and will be dealt with in accordance with the due process of law. The child was subsequently taken for a medical examination. According to the police, the medical assessment indicated sexual assault and also revealed physical injuries and bleeding. The accused was produced before a court and subsequently remanded to judicial custody, officials said. Police have launched a detailed investigation into the case and are collecting relevant evidence as part of the legal proceedings. Officials said further action would be taken based on the evidence gathered during the investigation. The authorities are also following the prescribed legal procedures in dealing with the case involving the minor. The incident has drawn attention to the need for vigilance and protection of children, particularly in localities where minors may come into contact with adults at neighbourhood establishments. Police said the investigation remains underway and further developments are expected as the legal process progresses.
Two suspected NSCN-IM overground workers nabbed near Assam-Arunachal border
Two Bihar men held with foreign-made pistols, ammo near BSF HQ in Agartala
Manipur to pursue 1951 as base year for NRC with Centre: Home Minister
Imphal, Sep 7 (IANS) Manipur Home Minister Konthoujam Govindas Singh on Monday told that 1951 will be the base year for the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in the state and that the state government will pursue the matter with the Centre in accordance with resolutions adopted by the State Assembly. The Home Minister in the House was replying to a query raised by Opposition Congress MLA Keisham Meghachandra Singh regarding the updation of the NRC in Manipur and the original physical records of the 1951 NRC. He told the House that the records of the 1951 NRC are being traced. Govindas Singh said that the state government alone cannot implement the NRC without the approval of the Union government. As per the resolution adopted by the House on August 5, 2022, the Manipur State Population Commission has already been constituted, he added. The Home Minister said that the issue of NRC should not be taken lightly and the NRC has been implemented in Assam, but it could not still be kept in the public domain. The matter has been pending in the court, he said, adding that the state government has already pursued the Central government to introduce the NRC in the state. The state government again pursued the Central government as per the Assembly resolution on March 1, 2024, reaffirming its earlier resolution. Again on September 2, 2026, the House unanimously passed a resolution reaffirming its earlier decisions. We need to cautiously move the Centre so that it would not fail like that in Assam, Govindas Singh added. Meanwhile, the state Assembly's latest move on September 2 came amid massive agitations by various Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), mainly in the five districts of the Imphal Valley region -- Imphal East, Imphal West, Thoubal, Bishnupur and Kakching -- demanding the updation of the NRC before the conduct of Census-2027. The Campaign for Just and Fair Delimitation (CJFD) and various other CSOs have been holding massive agitations in the Imphal Valley region since August 17, demanding the updation of the NRC before the Census exercise is undertaken. A day before its pre-schedule start, the Central government on August 31 announced to defer the Census-2027 exercise in Manipur amid continuing protests and demands by various CSOs for the updation of the NRC before the conduct of the Census-2027 in the state. Meanwhile, the Kuki-Zo Council (KZC), the apex body of the Kuki-Zo tribal community in Manipur, has strongly opposed the demand for the updation of the NRC before the Census operations in 2027. KZC Spokesperson Ginza Vualzong had said that there is no constitutional provision for conducting an NRC exercise exclusively in a particular state. The NRC is a national exercise. The Assam NRC was undertaken pursuant to the Assam Accord of 1985. Therefore, any attempt to conduct an NRC exclusively in Manipur is not only discriminatory but also unconstitutional, he added.
Mizoram final electoral roll rises by 6,963 after SIR
V-P Radhakrishnan lays foundation for Rs 110 crore infrastructure projects at Gauhati University
Guwahati, Sep 7 (IANS) Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan on Monday laid the foundation stone for infrastructure projects worth Rs 110 crore at Gauhati University, including a new multidisciplinary academic building, hostels for boys and international students, and development works related to the university auditorium and library. The projects are aimed at strengthening the university's academic and student-support infrastructure and expanding facilities for research and higher education in the region. Addressing the gathering, Vice-President Radhakrishnan highlighted the historical importance of Gauhati University, established on January 26, 1948, as the first university in the Northeast following a sustained public movement led by prominent leaders, including Bharat Ratna Gopinath Bordoloi. He said the university has grown into a premier institution in the region and currently holds NAAC A+ accreditation. Gauhati University has also secured ninth position among state public universities in the NIRF 2025 rankings. The Vice-President appreciated the university's research initiatives in areas, including the Brahmaputra basin, endangered languages, multilingualism, women's studies, environmental sustainability and Indian knowledge systems. Describing the Brahmaputra as an ecological, economic and civilisational force, Vice-President Radhakrishnan stressed the need for research that addresses challenges faced by communities in the region while also contributing to national development. He also highlighted the expansion of India's higher education ecosystem since 2014, citing the establishment of new IITs, IIMs, IIITs, Central Universities, AIIMS and other institutions. He said women's participation in higher education had increased significantly, with enrolment rising from 1.57 crore in 2014-15 to 2.24 crore in 2023-24. The Vice-President urged students and researchers to contribute towards the vision of 'Viksit Bharat @2047' by pursuing innovation and research focused on community challenges. He also released two books -- Bhupen Hazarika: Hundred Years of a Wandering Songs and the fifth revised and enlarged edition of Chandrakanta Abhidhan. Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Education Minister Ranoj Pegu and other dignitaries attended the programme.
Assam-Tamil literary exchanges reflect India's cultural unity: V-P Radhakrishnan
Guwahati, Sep 7 (IANS) Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan on Monday described literary exchanges between Assam and Tamil Nadu as an expression of India's cultural unity and called for greater academic and linguistic interaction between the two states. Addressing a programme at Gauhati University, Vice-President Radhakrishnan said that language carries the memory, wisdom and identity of a civilisation, and appreciated the translation of Assamese and Tamil literary works into each other. He encouraged universities and scholars to deepen academic and literary exchanges between Assam and Tamil Nadu, saying India's linguistic diversity derives strength from its underlying cultural unity. The Vice-President also released Bhupen Hazarika: Hundred Years of a Wandering Songs, edited by Ankuran Dutta and Nani Gopal Mahanta, and the fifth revised and enlarged edition of Chandrakanta Abhidhan. Vice-President Radhakrishnan highlighted Gauhati University's contribution to preserving India's linguistic heritage and its research in areas such as endangered languages, multilingualism, women's studies, environmental sustainability and Indian knowledge systems. He also urged students and young people to use education, research and innovation to address challenges facing their communities and contribute to the development of the country. Calling upon youth to work towards the goal of 'Viksit Bharat @2047', the Vice-President said that technology should serve humanity and innovation should become an instrument of inclusive development. He quoted Swami Vivekananda's famous exhortation to the youth to Awake, arise and stop not till your goal is reached. Vice-President Radhakrishnan also urged students to stay away from drugs, maintain discipline, manage their time wisely and avoid excessive use of social media. He led students and other participants in taking the No to Drugs pledge during the programme. The Vice-President praised Assam's progress in education, infrastructure, connectivity, investment and employment under Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. He noted that more than 1.64 lakh merit-based government appointments had been made in the state since 2021 and also highlighted the commencement of the first MBA batch at IIM Guwahati. The programme was attended by Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Education Minister Ranoj Pegu, Chief Secretary Ravi Kota, Gauhati University Vice-Chancellor Nani Gopal Mahanta, faculty members and students.
Assam Rifles captures two men from Bihar possessing firearms in Agartala
Initial investigation revealed that the two men arrived in Agartala from Khowai in west Tripura to hand over firearms to someone yet to be identified
APSC CCE Mains Exam Schedule 2026 (Out) - Check Full Timetable, Dates
Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has released the APSC CCE Mains 2025 exam schedule. Check paper-wise dates, timings, Guwahati centre timetable, roll number and e-admission certificate release dates, and official links.
Guwahati, Sep 7: A gruesome discovery was made in Guwahatis Beltola area when police recovered the partially decomposed and decapitated body of a woman from her residence. The severed head, wrapped in a plastic bag, was found inside the refrigerator. The victim has been identified as Riya Talukdar, who worked at a boutique, while her... The post Assam: Wifes Severed Head Found In Refrigerator, Husband Surrenders To Police first appeared on Northeast Today .
Assam Government to Develop Advanced Wildlife Safari and Rescue Center in Dibrugarh
Assam plans a modern wildlife safari and rescue center in Dibrugarh, enhancing conservation efforts and promoting eco-tourism. Assam Government to Develop Advanced Wildlife Safari and Rescue Center in Dibrugarh
APSC Junior Engineer Result 2026 Out - Check Screening Test Date
Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has released the list of eligible candidates for the Junior Engineer post under the Soil Conservation Department (Advt. No. 26/2025). Check the screening test date (20 September 2026), e-admit card release date (14 September 2026), exam pattern, vacancy details, eligibility criteria, and how to check your name in the eligible candidates list on the official APSC website.
Assam to set up state-of-the-art wildlife safari in Dibrugarh
Guwahati, Sep 7 (IANS) The Assam government is set to establish a state-of-the-art Wildlife Safari and Rescue Centre in Dibrugarh district at an estimated cost of Rs 534 crore, with the project aimed at strengthening wildlife conservation, rescue, research and eco-tourism in the state, officials said on Monday. The proposed facility will come up across around 235 hectares of land in the Namdang Reserved Forest under the Tingkhong Assembly constituency. The site is located approximately 20 km from Dibrugarh town and around 30 km from Dibrugarh airport. Assam Forest and Climate Change Minister, Jayanta Malla Baruah, recently reviewed the proposed project during a meeting with senior officials of the Forest Department and other concerned departments. According to officials, the project will be executed by the Assam Public Works Department (PWD) in two phases. The first phase, estimated to cost around Rs 259 crore, will focus on developing dedicated enclosures for major wildlife species, including tigers, rhinoceroses, leopards and bears. The phase will also feature a veterinary hospital and a specialised rescue centre for the treatment, rehabilitation and management of wild animals. The second phase, involving an estimated investment of Rs 275 crore, will focus on exotic species and advanced research facilities. The proposed infrastructure will include enclosures for Asiatic lions, cheetahs, zebras and hippos, besides an advanced research centre. Officials said the proposed centre is expected to emerge as a major wildlife conservation and rescue facility in Upper Assam, while also giving a boost to eco-tourism and creating employment opportunities in the region. The location, with its proximity to Dibrugarh town and the airport, is expected to make the facility easily accessible to tourists and strengthen the scope for developing wildlife tourism in the region. The project is part of the Assam government's broader efforts to expand wildlife conservation infrastructure and develop modern facilities for the rescue, treatment, rehabilitation, research and management of wild animals.
Trump administration makes another appeal to the US Supreme Court to allow mail ballot restrictions
WASHINGTON, September 7, 2026 (AP) The Trump administration on Sunday renewed its appeal to the Supreme Court to allow new restrictions on mail ballots in time for the midterms. The filing came after U.S. District Court Judge Indira Talwani extended an order against the Postal Service enforcing President Donald Trumps executive order for the November elections. The legal wrangling is happening even as states start sending out mail ballots, leaving the administration little time to make big changes in mail ballot rules. Ballots have already begun to be mailed in North Carolina, and more States will begin the mailing
NHM Assam Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
National Health Mission Assam (NHM Assam) has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for Medical Officer (MBBS) posts. A total of 0 vacancies have been announced under this recruitment drive. The online application process will be conducted up to 14 September 2026. Interested candidates can apply online through the official website.
Markets decline amid West Asia conflict, concerns over possible US interest-rate hike
Mumbai, Sep 7 (PTI) Stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty drifted lower in early trade on Monday as elevated crude oil prices, escalation in US-Iran hostilities and concerns over a possible US interest rate hike weighed on investors sentiment. The 30-share BSE Sensex dropped 172.77 points to 76,342.66 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty declined 63.30 points to 23,832.60. Among the 30 Sensex firms, Infosys, Tech Mahindra, HCL Tech, Tata Steel, Tata Consultancy Services and UltraTech Cement were among the major laggards. Eternal, Bharti Airtel, Bharat Electronics and Larsen & Toubro were among the winners. Brent crude, the
Rupee rises 4 paise to 94.39 against US dollar in early trade
Mumbai, Sep 7 (PTI) The rupee traded in a narrow range and appreciated 4 paise to 94.39 against the US dollar in early trade on Monday, as the support from strong FCNR-related dollar inflows was negated by elevated crude oil prices amid persistent global headwinds. Forex traders said the rupee continues to draw strength from the robust liquidity wave, but renewed military strikes have driven Brent crude toward USD 97 per barrel, reigniting fears over Middle Eastern energy supply disruptions. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 94.40 against the US dollar, then touched 94.39, registering a
Tripura Police, Assam Rifles Nab Two Bihar Youths With Pistols and Ammunition
Agartala, September 07, 2026: Acting on a tip-off, a joint team of NCC Police Station and the 35 Battalion of Assam Rifles launched an operation at Shalbagan, near the BSF Frontier, and apprehended two persons allegedly carrying illegal firearms. The security personnel recovered two pistols, three magazines and eight live cartridges from their possession during... The post Tripura Police, Assam Rifles Nab Two Bihar Youths With Pistols and Ammunition first appeared on Northeast Today .
Trouble flares in Langpih after Assam census enumeration
Shillong, Sep 6: An official census enumeration drive at Noapara Lower Primary School in Langpih, conducted by authorities from Assam, ran into trouble after people from the Meghalaya side intervened in the disputed area. Village headman Chankiyo Marak reached the census venue accompanied by Meghalaya police personnel and questioned the ongoing population count, claiming the [] The post Trouble flares in Langpih after Assam census enumeration first appeared on Highland Post .
Arunachal: Assam Rifles apprehend two NSCN (IM)-linked Over Ground Workers
Dibrugarh: The Lekhapani Battalion of Assam Rifles has apprehended two alleged Over Ground Workers (OGWs) linked to the NSCN (IM) during an operation in Arunachal Pradeshs Wara-1 area. The operation was launched on Saturday based on intelligence inputs regarding the movement and activities of suspected OGWs associated with SS Maj Wangjen Pantha of the NSCN [] The post Arunachal: Assam Rifles apprehend two NSCN (IM)-linked Over Ground Workers appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Promoting educationacross country
KVs And JNVs are the two bAt primary and the secondary stages Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) and Jawahar Navodya Vidyalayas (JNVs) are two well known names in the realm of education at central government level in India. Lakhs of students are studying in these central schools. Government of India approved the scheme of KVs in November, 1962 on the recommendations of the 2nd Central Pay Commission which suggested that Government should prepare a scheme to provide uninterrupted education to the wards of the transferrable Central Government employees. The scheme came into existence in 1963. The founder of JNV scheme is Late Mr. Rajiv Gandhi, former Prime Minister of India, who established JNV in 1986. It is a network of Government of India run schools specifically crafted to offer quality education to the underprivileged rural talented students. Though both these centrally administered prominent educational institutions have a common objective of providing quality education to children regardless of their socio-economic background yet they vary in their approaches and focus to achieve the end result briefly described as follows. KVs:- It is one of the worlds largest chain of such schools and the largest one in India. KVs provide a common syllabus and methodology of imparting education and are meant to ensure that children of central government employees do not face educational disadvantages when their parents are transferred from one place to another place of posting. KVs make the education comparatively affordable as fee is generally much less than private schools. They focus more on the mainstream academics. They have stronger emphasis on military type discipline and training with career in defence requirements. Extracurricular activities are relatively vast. They adopt National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) curriculum and are affiliated to Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). All the schools are co-educational and offer classes from 1st to 12th and emphasize a structured teaching role in urban areas . The medium of instruction is primarily Hindi and English. They offer a wide range of subjects like English, Hindi, Science, Sanskrit, Work Experience, Arts, Social Studies, Maths, Physical and Health Education etc. For opening a new KV school 2.5 acres of land are required. JNVs:- JNVs too adopt NCERT curriculum and are affiliated to CBSE. They provide residential quality education to the talented students from class 6th class to 12th class. They lay stress on grooming meritorious students from rural areas. Linked to merit based entrance test they are marked for academic brilliance and a peculiar atmosphere offered for otherwise disadvantaged children and that is further substantiated by their performance at Board examinations. Their extracurricular activities are comparatively limited. However, JNV has a more competitive environment due to availability of limited number of seats as compared to KVs. JNVs provide a common core curriculum and ensure comparability in standards to facilitate understand the common and composite culture & civilization of people. For getting admission in JNV a candidate must be between the age group of 13-15 years on 1st May of the year of admission. The selection test is conducted by CBSE which is called Jawahar Navodya Vidyalaya Selection Test. Each JNV is a co-educational residential institution giving free boarding and lodging, text books, school uniforms, to and fro bus/rail fare and stationery to the inmates. Both KVs and JNVs under the aegis of Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India, hold recruitment examinations for teaching and non-teaching purposes across the country for various posts of trained graduate teachers, post graduate teachers, primary teachers and non-teaching posts thus creating employment for thousands of youth and livelihood for lakhs of people. On 6/12/2024 the Union Cabinet sanctioned 85 new KVs and 28 new JNVs at an approved outlay of Rs.8,231 crore for establishing these schools. Jammu and Kashmir will have the highest number of 13 new KVs while Arunachal Pradesh will receive the highest number of 18 new JNVs. These are in addition to the currently functional 1,256 KVs and 653 JNVs making a total of 1,341 and 681 respectively. Before these 50 new schools were approved by BJP Government in March 2019 and in February 2014 the UPA Government had sanctioned 54 schools just ahead of Lok Sabha elections. The 85 KVs will be established within a span of eight years commencing from 2025-26 while as 28 JNVs will be created during five years beginning from 2024-25. These schools are expected to create additional enrollment capacity for about 10,000 students with employment generation for nearly 6,600 new posts. The new KVs are spread across 19 States and Union Territories. The criterion behind the districts chosen for sanctioning new KVs has been clarified by a senior government official who said, New Kendriya Vidyalayas are created based on demand which means we usually establish a new school where there are at least 500 families of Central Government employees. For instance in Jammu & Kashmir a large number has been approved to cater to the families of the many CRPF personnel posted there. To give you another example, in Andhra Pradesh we have approved a KV in a district where the revenue department has started a new training institution. The official elaborated, As for the JNVs, a large number has been for three North-Eastern States-Arunachal Pradesh, Assam and Manipur- a decision strategically aimed at opening more schools in border States of the region.Six JNVs were cleared for Assam and three for Manipur. These three States account for 17 of the new 28 JNVs. Although all these schools (54 of 2014 and 50 of 2019) have started functioning many are operating from temporary premises. So this time the Union Cabinet has decided that a new KV or new JNV shall not start functioning not even from temporary premises, unless the land for the permanent campus of the institutions has been transferred by the State Government or the Defence Ministry whichever is applicable in the case, the official said. This condition can be a barrier in achieving the ultimate goal of strengthening and spreading of education to the underprivileged youth within the targeted period and finance as acquisition or transfer of land takes time especially in case of JNVs where 30 acres of suitable land are required and which the State Government has to provide free of cost along with sufficient temporary accommodation to run the school till the completion of the Vidyalaya building. In view of paucity of land in places like Jammu & Kashmir, time required for construction of new buildings and economy in expenditure, it would be better to have vertical layers on the existing structures to achieve the targets within the stipulated time and at lesser expenditure. The author is a former Sr. Audit Officer and Consultant in the A.Gs Office Srinagar.
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Assam Police's Biggest Crackdown Yet? DGP Harmeet Singh 330 Alleged Fraudsters Arrested
Assam Police have arrested around 330 alleged fraudsters in a major statewide operation launched in the early hours of the morning. Investigators say the accused allegedly contacted people through digital platforms, claiming they could influence police investigations or manage criminal cases. The crackdown followed days of surveillance and was launched on the directions of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.
Pilot in driver's seat as Congress looks to avoid crash-landing in Punjab
Punjab assembly elections news: Sachin Pilot has been appointed as the new in-charge for Punjab Congress. He replaces Bhupesh Baghel, who will now oversee Assam. Pilot's immediate task involves addressing internal party disputes in Punjab. This appointment signals the party's faith in his strategic abilities. He aims to unite factions and prepare for upcoming state elections.
Manipur: 2 militants killed, 2 injured in joint ops by Army-Assam Rifles
The forces established surveillance over a UKNA camp and commenced tactical closing-in at 5 am on September 2, they said
Two UKNA Cadres Neutralised, Two Injured In Army-Assam Rifles Joint Operation In Manipur
Sachin Pilot Gets Key Punjab Role In Major Congress Organisation Reshuffle
The Congress has announced a major reshuffle in its organisation, with Sachin Pilot appointed as the partys new Punjab in-charge, replacing Bhupesh Baghel. Baghel has been assigned Assam, while Randeep Surjewala has been appointed Gujarat in-charge as part of the organisational changes.
Vice President CP Radhakrishnan to visit Assam on two-day trip
Vice President CP Radhakrishnan will visit Assam on Sunday for two days. He will attend Geetanagar College's golden jubilee and a university convocation ceremony. The vice president will visit Kamakhya temple on Monday morning. He will then attend a civic reception and lay project foundations. Radhakrishnan departs for Meghalaya after these scheduled events.
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AUWJ urges Assam to match Bengal journalist welfare measures
The Assam Union of Working Journalists (AUWJ) has welcomed West Bengal Chief Minister Shubhendu Adhikaris reported announcement of health insurance coverage for journalists, a one-time Durga Pu
Nine years on, three surrender in Lafiqul Islam murder case; ABMSU demands fast-track justice
Nearly nine years after the daylight killing of former All Bodo Minority Students Union (ABMSU) president Lafiqul Islam Ahmed, three accused surrendered before the CBI Court at Chandmari in Guw
Global warming: From Nepal to Assam to Kerala, natures fury is colliding with unchecked development
The Himalayan region is facing increasingly frequent and unpredictable extreme weather, with glacier collapses, flash floods and landslides becoming more dangerous. Climate change is a key driver, but rapid and poorly planned development is worsening the risks by putting more people and infrastructure in fragile, flood- and landslide-prone areas.
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India weather today: The India Meteorological Department forecasts heavy rainfall across many Indian states. Thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds are also expected in numerous regions. States like Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh will experience significant weather events. Arunachal Pradesh and Assam will see heavy showers along with lightning. The weather agency warns of strong winds and squally conditions in the Arabian Sea.
The ongoing strike by MBBS and BDS interns across government medical colleges in Jammu & Kashmir has brought a long-simmering issue to a boil. At its core, the dispute touches on the purpose of medical internships, the historical evolution of stipends, the status of foreign medical graduates, and the question of what constitutes fair compensation. The compulsory rotatory internshipinstituted as a mandatory 12-month bridge between theoretical medical training and independent practicewas historically viewed purely as an educational extension. In the 1970s, receiving 200 per month was standard across many Indian state medical institutions. At that time, it was explicitly framed as a nominal pocket-money allowance rather than remuneration for labour, as the state bore the brunt of medical education costs, and living expenses were low. Over the decades, however, two structural shifts transformed this equation: Government tertiary care facilities now handle immense patient volumes. Interns do not merely observe; they shoulder frontline clinical dutieshandling emergency triage, night shifts, ICU monitoring, and surgical assistance for 8090 hours a week. A token sum from 1970 translates to a significant financial strain today. Protesting doctors in J&K note that their current stipend of 12,300 per month amounts to roughly 400 a dayless than the daily wage of unskilled labour in many sectors. The situation becomes even more complex when examining Foreign Medical Graduates (FMGs) returning from countries like Bangladesh, Iran, Russia, and former Soviet republics. After completing their degrees abroad, these students must pass the mandatory Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) / Next-STEP exam conducted by the National Medical Commission (NMC). Even after passing this rigorous exam, they are mandated to undergo 1 to 2 years of internship in recognized Indian hospitals to adapt to local clinical protocols before acquiring full registration. Historically, many states denied FMGs any stipend whatsoever, forcing them to work intensive hours without pay. Recent NMC guidelines, however, stipulate that FMGs should be paid on par with Indian graduates, but implementation across states remains highly inconsistent. The willingness of FMGs to work even under uncompensated conditions reflects the high stakes of acquiring the license required to practice or sit for NEET-PG, rather than an agreement that zero stipend is fair practice. Interns across GMC Srinagar, GMC Jammu, GMC Anantnag, and SKIMS launched an indefinite strike since 31st August this year, seeking a hike from 12,300 to 30,000 per month, citing that stipends in states like Assam, West Bengal, and Central Institutes range between 26,300 and 44,000. Health Minister Ms Sakina Itoo and the Health and Medical Education (HME) department have acknowledged the demand as genuine and inflation-justified. A government committee in 2023 had already recommended a hike to ~25,00026,300. Recent parleys between the Health Minister and intern delegations ended in a deadlock. The ministry requested a one-month window to clear the file through the Finance Department, asking interns to resume duty. However, interns have refused to call off the strike without a written government order, pointing out that similar verbal assurances and departmental proposals have bounced between the Health and Finance departments for years without implementation. From a legal, ethical, and operational perspective, several arguments define what a fair policy should look like: While internship is legally part of the degree requirement prior to full NMC registration and NEET-PG eligibility, it is also active service. Modern hospitals rely on interns as the primary workforce for routine clinical tasks and immediate triage. Compensating that labour at a baseline living standard is a matter of basic workplace fairness. Medical education and licensing standards are uniform across India under the NMC. Allowing extreme disparitieswhere an intern in one state earns 44,000 while another in a neighbouring Union Territory earns 12,300 for identical workcreates structural inequities. Young doctors at this stage have completed 4.5 years of rigorous, costly education. Expecting them to cover basic room, board, and exam prep costs on 400 a day in an inflationary environment is unsustainable. A balanced resolution requires moving away from viewing stipends as optional financial aid and recognizing them as a standardized, inflation-indexed compensation for essential frontline care during mandatory service. Prof Upendra Kaul , Medical Educationist anprof ud Founder Director of GKF
Srinagar, Sep 5:Jammu and Kashmir has a fresh opportunity to accelerate its transition to solar power, with the Centre significantly expanding financial support for renewable energy. But to make the most of this window, J&K will need to put substantial resources of its own behind the effort and treat solarisation as a long-term infrastructure mission rather than another subsidy programme.The question of financing is central to J&Ks solar future. The Centre has already demonstrated what public policy backed by public money can achieve through the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, which aims to take rooftop solar to one crore households across the country. The schemes budgetary allocation has risen sharply from Rs 6250 crore in 2024-25 to Rs 20,000 crore in 2025-26 and Rs 22,000 crore in 2026-27. PM-KUSUM and other renewable-energy programmes provide additional avenues of Central support.The scale of this financial commitment makes one thing clear: solar power is no longer a peripheral environmental initiative. It is increasingly becoming a mainstream component of Indias energy security strategy. Several states have recognised this and are putting their own money alongside Central assistance to multiply its impact. Assam, for instance, has supplemented the Central subsidy under PM Surya Ghar with additional assistance of up to Rs 45,000, depending on system capacity.Delhi has gone further. On September 2, it announced a programme to provide 3-kW rooftop solar systems without upfront installation costs to around 2.30 lakh eligible households, combining Central subsidy with its own financial support.J&K too has begun moving in this direction. Successive budgets have provided resources for renewable energy, while J&K has offered additional assistance over Central support for residential rooftop systems. It has also earmarked substantial expenditure for solarisation of government buildings and pursued PM-KUSUM and other renewable-energy programmes.The forthcoming industrial policy is also expected to consider support for rooftop solar in the industrial sector, potentially offering a cleaner and more productive alternative to conventional subsidies for diesel generator sets. There has also been sustained administrative attention. Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo has repeatedly reviewed solarisation programmes, pushed implementing agencies to accelerate execution and fixed targets, while Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has also periodically reviewed progress.That administrative focus has helped create momentum. But it now needs to be matched by financial ambition.J&K should extract every possible rupee from Central schemes, but it should not allow the scale of its solar programme to be determined solely by the money available under centrally sponsored schemes. J&K needs to put substantially more of its own resources alongside the Central assistance.The governments commitment to provide 200 units of free electricity makes this even more important. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has indicated that the commitment should be realised through solarisation, an approach that could fundamentally change the economics of free power.The choice is straightforward. Government can continue purchasing electricity and subsidising 200 units every month, year after year. Or it can invest in generating capacity that produces those units for decades.Solar investment should therefore be treated as capital formation in the power sector, not simply as another subsidy.The obvious challenge is financing. J&K's fiscal position is constrained, but there are potential resources within the power economy itself.J&K collects water-usage charges from hydroelectric generating companies for using its water resources. A substantial portion of these receipts could be ring-fenced for a dedicated J&K Solar Mission Fund.There is a compelling logic to such an arrangement: revenue generated from the exploitation of J&Ks rivers could help finance the next generation of cleaner, more distributed energy infrastructure.J&K should also consider responsible long-term borrowing for productive solar assets whose operating lives extend over two decades.Concessional financing from multilateral institutions such as the World Bank, along with climate and green-energy financing windows, could provide an additional source of capital. If immediate budgetary constraints are the only obstacle, borrowing specifically for solar infrastructure deserves serious consideration. J&K Bank could become another important partner by creating a dedicated solar-financing window offering comparatively affordable credit. Interest subvention, guarantees or other risk-sharing mechanisms could be used where necessary to reduce financing costs and encourage household and institutional investment. In short, J&K may need to budget, borrow and leverage if it wants to accelerate solarisation at the scale the opportunity demands.There is another critical component that cannot be overlooked: the local solar industry.A solar transition of this magnitude cannot be delivered by government departments alone. It will require a strong ecosystem of installers, equipment suppliers, technicians and maintenance providers.Solar vendors should therefore be encouraged as an emerging MSME sector, with access to applicable incentives, skill development, quality certification, working-capital support and easier credit. Such an ecosystem would not only speed up solarisation but also create new businesses and employment opportunities within J&K. What J&K needs now is a comprehensive financing architecture for a Solar Mission Central subsidies as the foundation, UT budgetary support on top of them, water-usage revenues as a dedicated source, institutional and multilateral financing, affordable bank credit and an incentivised local vendor ecosystem. The ingredients are already available. Central support has never been stronger. Technology has matured. Administrative monitoring has gathered momentum. The political commitment to expand access to electricity is already on the table.What is missing is investment at a scale matching the opportunity.J&K was late in harnessing its hydropower wealth. It cannot afford to repeat that mistake with solar energy.The sun is offering J&K a new energy opportunity and this time, the resources to seize it are already beginning to line up. What J&K needs now is the resolve to invest before another opportunity passes by.
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AMCH administers enzyme replacement therapy to child with rare disease, 1st in NE
Train services to Mizoram may not be restored before 10 days
Track Damage In Jamira-Bairabi Section Snaps Connectivity
