Guru Prakash Highlights Development Politics in Jammu and Kashmir Post Article 370 Abrogation
Patna, July 11: Guru Prakash, the national spokesperson for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), recently shared his insights on several key issues, including Prime Minister Narendra Modis foreign trips, the situation in Jammu and Kashmir, the Vande Mataram initiative, the Bankipur assembly by-election, Assams budget proposals, and decisions made by the Uttarakhand government. In a ... Read more Guru Prakash Highlights Development Politics in Jammu and Kashmir Post Article 370 Abrogation
Security forces launch search operations in Manipur after two Assam Rifles personnel killed
On July 10, Assam Rifles said the paramilitary force, in coordination with the Border Security Force and Manipur Police, commenced a large-scale search operation in the Nungshang area
Assam government to dismiss employees practising polygamy
In his Budget speech, Assam Finance Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah said the government would amend the 1964 service rules to make employees practising polygamy liable for dismissal
14 invasive plants behind grassland loss in one of Indias first tiger reserves
Data provided by the Forest Department in Assams Bodoland Territorial Council reveal that the relative loss in grassland cover in Manas Tiger Reserve in 30 years since 1990 was 43.59%
Assam Budget 2026: Govt targets Rs 419 crore deficit, announces key reforms
In a bid to provide relief to small tea growers, the finance minister proposed to enhance the agricultural income tax exemption threshold from Rs 2.5 lakh to Rs 10 lakh.
Among Assam's 2026-27 budget proposals, a major one is that polygamous men will be barred from accessing government schemes. Additionally, a green cess is set to be implemented for industries to support eco-friendly initiatives. The budget outlines substantial investments in the power sector and development of a semiconductor hub.
Assam budget targets revenue leaks: Jayanta Malla Baruah
Assam's finance minister presented the 2026-27 budget focusing on revenue generation and plugging leakages. Capital expenditure has increased substantially, with revolutionary steps planned for irrigation development. The budget proposes developing an Aerotropolis around Guwahati's airport and a new Brahmaputra bridge. Special incentives are provided for the tea sector, including subsidies and VAT reduction on natural gas. The budget also includes initiatives for tourism and improved healthcare facilities within tea gardens.
Assam Budget 2026-27 proposes tea tax relief, green cess and 2 lakh jobs
Assams 2.85 lakh crore Budget boosts small tea growers, cuts piped gas VAT, proposes a green cess and targets two lakh jobs while tightening welfare eligibility norms.
How Assam Budget Charts Long-Term Development Path Beyond Annual Spending
Presenting the Budget in the Assembly on Friday, Finance Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah said the government was building on the groundwork laid over the past decade.
Assam Cabinet Clears Major Amendment to Land Policy
People who migrated to Assam prior to March 24, 1971 as refugees were, however, exempted from this condition, provided they produced valid documentary evidence.
Assam Proposes Action Against Polygamy, Congress Says Existing Law Enough
The government also plans to amend the Assam Services (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 1964, to enable disciplinary proceedings against government employees found practising polygamy.
'Visionary Roadmap' vs 'Copy-Paste': Assam Budget Triggers Political Clash
Raijor Dal MLA Akhil Gogoi alleged that the budget was heavily dependent on borrowings and centrally funded projects.
Assam's Rs 77,353 Crore Investment Plan To Expand Power Infrastructure
Assam has unveiled an ambitious roadmap to strengthen its power sector, proposing investments worth Rs 77,353 crore across a wide range of electricity generation, storage and transmission projects in the 2026-27 state Budget.
Recent reports highlight heightened concerns over the Yarlung Tsangpo mega dam in China, amidst fears of geological faults and potential earthquakes. Meanwhile, in Assam, the government is taking a firm stance against polygamy by planning to terminate the employment of offenders and restrict access to welfare benefits. Additionally, the UK has recognized significant technology companies as essential third parties for cloud services.
Assam ITI round 4 seat allotment result 2026 out at itiassam.admissions.nic.in; direct link here
Assam ITI Round 4 seat allotment results are now available on the official counselling website. Candidates must download their allotment letters and complete admissions by July 14, 2026. Required documents include marksheets, certificates, and photographs for verification. Round 5 results will be announced on July 15, 2026, with admissions on July 16 and 17. Failure to report on time may result in losing the allotted seat.
In Assam Budget, BJP-led govt. proposes green cess on polluting industries
Finance Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah says the States budget size has expanded almost threefold to over 2 lakh crore over 10 years; the green cess would be levied on stone crushers, coke-based industries, brick kilns, transfer of second-hand vehicles, and in commercial extraction of groundwater
NABARD facilitates GI registration for 28 new products
Bamboo craft from Assam, Himachal wood carving are among the new products that are GI registered
Assam Unveils Rs 2.85 Lakh-Crore Budget With Tax Relief, Growth Push
The 2026-27 Budget proposes higher tax exemption for small tea growers, lower VAT on piped natural gas and a fiscal deficit target of 3% of GSDP.
'Polygamy practitioners to lose govt jobs': Assam's budget proposes strict rules
Assam's government proposed barring polygamous individuals from state welfare schemes. Government employees practicing polygamy may face dismissal from their service. The state also plans to amend existing rules for disciplinary actions. This initiative aims to promote women's empowerment and gender justice. The government will resume its welfare schemes from August onwards.
Old Video From Manipur Falsely Shared as One of Chinese Incursion in Arunachal
The video is from Manipur and shows an altercation between locals and an Assam Rifles convoy.
Assam schools face twin challenge: 32,321 have fewer than 30 students, 60,032 teacher posts vacant
Assam's schools grapple with thousands of teacher vacancies and declining student numbers. Nearly twenty-five thousand educational institutions have requested provincialisation from the government. Official data reveals over sixty thousand teaching posts remain unfilled across the state. Many schools operate without the required student-teacher ratio, impacting classroom quality. The government is taking steps to fill vacancies and strengthen the education system.
Polygamy to invite welfare benefits bar, dismissal from govt service: Assam budget
Assam's budget proposes barring polygamous individuals from state welfare schemes. Government employees practicing polygamy will face dismissal from their service. The state aims to promote women's empowerment and gender justice through these measures. Welfare schemes will be delivered through a unified digital beneficiary architecture. The budget also includes tax exemptions for tea growers and VAT cuts.
Three-fold rise in Assam Budget; aim to power growth, uplift people: CM Himanta Sarma
Assam's budget has tripled to Rs 2,00,782 crore for 2025-26. Fund utilization stands at a strong 85 percent, indicating efficient management. Per capita income has tripled, reaching Rs 1,85,429 by 2025-26. The state's own tax revenue has significantly increased to Rs 39,294 crore. This budget aims for inclusive growth and a self-reliant Assam.
Slashed perks among factors affecting mental health of Assams tea garden executives
A new study has identified restricted decision latitude, referring to a severe lack of control, autonomy, and flexibility, as the most frequently occurring category of workplace stress risk factors
7,948 Assam schools without ideal pupil-teacher ratio
Education Minister Ranoj Pegu had earlier said that there are 2,670 single-teacher government primary schools
Assam aro Meghalaya-ni sima arirangko taraken nipilgen: Himanta
Jowai: Assam aro Meghalaya adokni sima arirangko bak dakna uamangni donchipenggipa kamrangko namgrikatna taraken nipilaniko dakgen, adok damgnini gisepgriko bak dakani dongjawa ine gisiko nangbate Assam-ni Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma Bristibar salo aganaha. Jowai-o Behdienkhlam maniani bonkamgipa salo, agangrikaniko daktaina dingtangmancha somoi tika kaako Sarma kobor ratimgiparangna aganangna jechakaha. Anchingni gisepgriko bak dakani dongjawa. []
Assam Rifles havildar killed in Manipur ambush cremated with honours in Ghaziabad
Joined duty one day before attack, took 9 bullets to his chest but kept fighting till last breath, says son
Assam CMs participation in Meghalaya festival draws criticism
Regional party says invitation to Himanta Biswa Sarma was inappropriate amid unresolved Assam-Meghalaya border dispute
Tata's Assam semiconductor plant to receive Rs 14,044 crore in government incentives
The Tata Group's new Assam semiconductor facility will receive significant government incentives. The Centre will provide Rs 10,255 crore, and Assam will add Rs 3,789 crore. This major electronics manufacturing investment is expected to create over 27,000 jobs. The Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test plant will produce millions of chips daily. This project aims to boost India's semiconductor ecosystem and Assam's industrial development.
Assam government introduces Bills in assembly to boost ease of doing business
Industries, Commerce and Public Enterprises Minister Bimal Borah tabled The Assam Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (Facilitation of Establishment and Operation) Bill, 2026, which seeks to replace the 2020 Act governing the sector.
Assam Opposition Leaders Demand Stricter Action In Fake Currency Crackdown
The issue of counterfeit currency was raised in the Assam Legislative Assembly on Thursday during the fourth day of the Budget Session.
Assam Man Rapes, Murders 8-Year-Old Girl In Forest, Locals Demand Justice
According to the locals, despite informing the police personnel of the Madanmohan Patrol Post - located barely 300 metres from the crime scene - about the incident, they failed to reach the spot immediately.
Simen River railway bridge partially collapses in Assam; connectivity disrupted
Assam Minister Pijush Hazarika says Rs 110 Border Tax demand not linked to Nagaland
Assam Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Pijush Hazarika, on Wednesday clarified in the Assam Legislative Assembly that the recent incident involving alleged collection of Rs 110 per household from villages in the Uriamghat border area was the handiwork of a few identified miscreants and should not be linked to the Naga community or the Government of Nagaland.
Sanbor urges BSF to check rampant cattle smuggling through WGH
SHILLONG, July 8: Cabinet Minister Sanbor Shullai has written a letter to the BSF seeking measures to curb the smuggling of cattle following a report published in The Shillong Times on the alleged unchecked transportation and smuggling of cattle from Assam to Bangladesh via West Garo Hills. Media reports hint at the alleged movement of []
Missing Assam bizman found hurt in Meghalaya dies; mystery deepens
SHILLONG, July 8: The mysterious death of a businessman from Assams Nalbari district has left his family and the local community in shock after he was found critically injured in Meghalayas Byrnihat several days after he went missing. The deceased, Gunajit Kalita (42), was a resident of Barbhaluki village near Tihu and the proprietor of []
Manipur to adopt new security approach for operations
Manipur's government is reviewing security measures following a deadly ambush on Assam Rifles personnel. Home Minister Govindas Konthoujam discussed CRPF's CoBRA unit deployment and operational strategies. Director General G. P. Singh met with ground commanders, issuing firm directives against armed miscreants. Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh emphasized unity among all communities in Manipur. He also urged forgiveness and collective efforts to restore lasting peace in the state.
Assam Says Border Tax Letters Were Work of Miscreants
Hazarika said it would be inappropriate to hold an entire community responsible for the actions of a few individuals and urged restraint to avoid affecting relations between Assam and Nagaland.
Nearly 83,000 hectares of Assam land encroached by four states
During a recent assembly meeting, concerns were raised regarding land occupation by neighboring states in Assam. Nagaland currently occupies the majority of land, with Arunachal Pradesh and Mizoram taking significant shares as well. Interestingly, Meghalaya has claimed the least land from Assam. The state government is committed to resolving these disputes through constructive dialogue and formal agreements.
Badruddin Ajmal's AIUDF Demands Repeal Of Civil Code Law In Assam
Former MLA and AIUDF leader Rafiqul Islam said the party's memorandum focused on three demands. The first demand was the repeal of the UCC passed by the Assam Assembly.
Assam records highest cancer survival rate, Assembly told
Health Minister Ashok Singhal attributes the 62% survival rate to the States decentralised cancer care model and a large-scale early detection programme
Assam's Inter-State Boundary Disputes, Encroachment Issue Raised In Assembly
When new states were created, the boundaries were not fully demarcated, leading to disputes along border regions, said Atul Bora
676 Assam govt. schools without electricity, 238 lack boys toilets
Education Minister Ranoj Pegu says the State seeks to provide all essential infrastructure by March 2027
Himanta Sarma Backs Tough Anti-Drug Policing, Promises Stricter Action In Assam
Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma defended his government's crackdown on narcotics, saying the fight against the drug menace requires firm policing, coordinated action across state.
Around seventy people applied for Indian citizenship under the CAA, with six granted it. Assam has identified over 1.7 lakh foreigners, expelling more than 31,000 to date. Cases for nearly 74,000 identified foreigners are ongoing in tribunals. Border fencing with Bangladesh is incomplete due to riverine areas and objections. Fencing could not be erected along 4.35 kilometers of the India-Bangladesh border.
Assam Rifles jawans killed in ambush; joint forces launch massive operation in Manipur
Security forces are conducting extensive operations to apprehend militants responsible for the ambush. Two Assam Rifles personnel were killed in the attack along the Imphal-Dimapur National Highway. The NSCN-IM denied involvement and reaffirmed commitment to the ongoing peace process. Security forces recovered an IED and arrested several cadres from different militant groups. Naga and Meitei women staged a protest demanding justice and peace in the state.
A former NRC coordinator has alerted the Union Home Minister about potential Census distortions in Assam. He argues that foreign nationals could inflate population statistics, impacting national security. The coordinator requests withholding Assam's Census results until illegal immigrants are identified. This action aims to safeguard national interests and the Assamese community. The NRC update process in Assam remains stalled for years.
Manipur: Extensive search operation underway after Ukhrul ambush kills two Assam Rifles personnel
Assam CM Vows Tougher Crackdown on Drug Menace
Himanta Biswa Sarma defends police action against traffickers, stresses cross-border coordination and rehabilitation to make Assam drug-free.
8 wildlife sanctuaries, 281 reserve forests under encroachment in Assam
Forest Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah tells the Assembly that more than 25,588 hectares of about 315,997 hectares under encroachment as on February 12, 2016, have been cleared
Assam seeks deeper Japan ties in semiconductors, clean energy
Himanta Biswa Sarma said Assam is keen to play a greater role in advancing the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership and reaffirmed the States commitment to contributing to the growing relationship between the two countries
UCC Bandwagon pulls into West Bengal
By S. N. M. Abdi After Assam, West Bengal the politically, electorally and demographically dominant state in the east of the country is now all set to roll out the Uniform Civil Code in the wake of the Bharatiya Janata Partys victory evicting the Trinamool Congress from power. Suvendu Adhikari, the new Chief []
Mookerjees sacrifice paved way for J&Ks complete integration: Amit Shah
Kolkata, Jul 6:Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Monday said Bharatiya Jana Sangh founder Syama Prasad Mookerjee had sacrificed his life for the complete integration of Jammu and Kashmir with rest of the country. Addressing a commemorative programme in Kolkata to mark Mookerjee's 125th birth anniversary, Shah said Prime Minister Narendra Modi had realised Mookerjee's resolve of 'One Nation, One Constitution' by scrapping Article 370 and asserted that Jammu and Kashmir was now an integral part of India. Mookerjee gave the slogan, 'One country cannot have two constitutions, two heads and two symbols.' He died under suspicious circumstances in a Kashmir jail while pursuing that cause, and the then government did not investigate his death. PM Modi fulfilled his resolve by uprooting Article 370. Today, Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of India, Shah said. The programme was attended by West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari and Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat while PM Modi addressed the gathering through a video message. Shah announced that the foundation stone had been laid for a 125-foot statue of Mookerjee in Kolkata, describing it as more than the construction of a monument. This is not merely the foundation-laying ceremony for a statue, but the beginning of the resolve to build 'Sonar Bangla', he said. The Home Minister said the statue would be installed on the banks of Kolkata's largest man-made lake and that the site would also house the Shyama Prasad Mookerjee Institute, dedicated to research on India's national security. Congratulating the West Bengal government for declaring Mookerjee's birth anniversary a public holiday, Shah said the decision honoured one of Bengal's foremost nationalist leaders. He also expressed hope that the state government would soon implement Mookerjee's vision regarding the promotion of Indian languages. Recalling Mookerjee's political journey, Shah said he had resigned from the first Union Cabinet in protest against the Nehru-Liaquat Pact, which he believed failed to safeguard the interests of Hindus who had remained in Pakistan and East Pakistan while focusing on Muslims who stayed in India. He believed the agreement was one-sided, and therefore resigned from the Cabinet, Shah said. He said that the BJP-led government had since enacted the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) to grant citizenship to persecuted Hindus and reiterated the Centre's commitment to identify and deport infiltrators from India. We have abolished Article 370, granted citizenship to refugee Hindus, and will identify and remove every infiltrator to make India completely secure, Shah said. Describing Mookerjee as a multifaceted leader, he said he founded the Bharatiya Jana Sangh to unite nationalist forces and lay the foundation of cultural nationalism. The seed sown by Mookerjee has today grown into the banyan tree called the Bharatiya Janata Party, he said, adding that the organisation founded by Mookerjee now governed nearly two-thirds of India's territory and population. Shah said Mookerjee believed that the policies of independent India should reflect he fragrance of India's soil rather than be influenced by Western thinking. He said PM Modi was translating that vision into reality by pursuing development while preserving India's cultural heritage, with the goal of building a developed India by 2047. He also described Mookerjee as the common source of nationalist ideas such as cultural nationalism, the vision of an undivided India, and the principle of balancing development with heritage. Referring to Bengal's historical legacy, Shah said the rebuilding of the state envisioned by Rabindranath Tagore, Ramakrishna Paramahansa, Swami Vivekananda, Sri Aurobindo, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, and Raja Rammohan Roy had begun with the current government. The Home Minister said the coincidence of the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram and the 125th birth anniversary of Mookerjee in the same year carried symbolic significance. He said efforts had begun to encourage the full rendition of Vande Mataram so that younger generations could proudly pay tribute to the homeland. Listing initiatives undertaken by the newly elected West Bengal government, Shah said the Annapurna Yojana, Ujjwala 3.0, free bus travel for women and girl students, the Lakhpati Didi Mission, and the implementation of Ayushman Bharat providing free treatment up to Rs 5 lakh for poor families had been rolled out. He said construction of a cancer hospital in north Bengal had begun, land had been handed over to the Border Security Force for border fencing and a committee headed by Justice Brijendra Nath had been constituted to investigate corruption. Those involved in corruption should be prepared to return every rupee looted from the poor once the committee submits its report, Shah said. He said another committee had been set up to investigate crimes against women, approvals had been granted for prosecution in long-pending corruption cases and a committee had also been formed to examine implementation of the Uniform Civil Code in the state. Shah said the West Bengal Maintenance of Public Order (Amendment) Bill, 2026, had been passed as part of the government's promise to take strict action against criminals. He said the process of identifying and deporting infiltrators from the state had begun and that a Durga Suraksha Squad had been constituted to enhance the safety of women. Accusing previous Left Front and Trinamool Congress governments of pushing Bengal backwards, Shah expressed confidence that the government led by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari would fulfil every promise made in its election manifesto within five years and lay a strong foundation for Sonar Bangla. He said Mookerjee, whom he credited with helping save Bengal, Kashmir, and Assam, had not received the memorial he deserved until now, and expressed confidence that the new memorial in Kolkata would inspire future generations.
2 Assam Rifles personnel killed in Manipur ambush
Two Assam Rifles personnel died after suspected militants ambushed their vehicle. The attack occurred on NH-202 in Manipur's Ukhrul district on Monday afternoon. Security forces responded quickly and engaged in an exchange of fire with the assailants. Further operations are currently underway to apprehend the individuals responsible for the incident. The deceased soldiers were identified as Warrant Officer Balwant Singh and Constable CM Singh.
70 Applied For Citizenship In Assam Under New law, 6 Got It: Government
In yet another reply on the first day of the budget session, the Assam government said 1,72,673 foreigners have been detected in the state so far, while 31,786 have been deported.
Assam eyes stronger Japan ties in semiconductors, clean energy after India-Japan Summit
Assam's Chief Minister met Japan's Ambassador to India, Ono Keiichi, in New Delhi. They discussed strengthening the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership. Key focus areas included semiconductors and clean energy development opportunities. Japanese language training was also a significant point of discussion. Assam reaffirmed its commitment to contributing to this growing strategic partnership.
31,789 illegal immigrants deported from Assam in 40 years: CM
Himanta Biswa Sarma tells the Assembly that cases against 73,750 others are pending in various Foreigners Tribunals
Gunmen kill two Assam Rifles personnel in Manipur ambush
Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh condemned the afternoon ambush in Ukhrul district
Two Assam Rifles soldiers killed, several injured in ambush by militants in Manipur
Tragedy struck Manipur's Ukhrul district as suspected militants ambushed an Assam Rifles convoy, claiming the lives of two soldiers and injuring several others. The attack, which occurred Monday afternoon, has been condemned by the State Home Minister, who vowed strict legal action against the perpetrators. This incident underscores the ongoing security challenges in the state, which has been grappling with ethnic violence.
2 Assam Rifles soldiers killed in militant ambush in Manipur's Ukhrul, severa injured
Assam govt tables bill to exempt CMs political aides from office of profit rules
The Assam government has passed legislation to exempt the Chief Minister's Political Secretary and Political Advisor from the 'office of profit' disqualification for MLAs. This move, replacing a recent ordinance, ensures these positions do not prevent individuals from holding seats in the State Legislative Assembly. The government deemed this necessary in the public interest to allow these key roles to function without legislative impediment.
First-time BJP MLA Habbey Teron unanimously elected deputy Speaker of Assam Assembly
Mr. Teron is an MLA from the newly formed Amri constituency, which came into existence after the delimitation exercise of 2023
SCERT Assam has released the admit card for the Pre-Entry Test (PET) 2026, essential for admission to the 2-Year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.) course. Candidates can download their hall tickets from scertpet.co.in. The PET exam is scheduled for July 12, 2026, with results expected on July 27, 2026. Ensure you carry your admit card and valid photo ID to the exam centre.
Two, including 8-year-old girl, injured in firing by armed groups in Manipurs Kangpokpi
The injured were initially provided first aid at an Assam Rifles camp and later brought to the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences in Imphal for further treatment
Assam Cabinet approves amendment to Minor Mineral Concession Rules, 2013
Assam's cabinet has greenlit several key initiatives, including modernizing mineral governance with new charges for sand and stone, and launching a unified 112 emergency response system. Land has been leased to AMUL for a milk chilling center, and several amendment bills, covering tourism, businesses, MSMEs, and land revenue, are set for assembly introduction. Foreign travel restrictions for officials have also been partially lifted.
Assam Cabinet approves amendment to Minor Mineral Concession Rules, 2013
Assam's cabinet has greenlit several key initiatives, including modernizing mineral governance with new charges for sand and stone, and launching a unified 112 emergency response system. Land has been leased to AMUL for a milk chilling center, and several amendment bills, covering tourism, businesses, MSMEs, and land revenue, are set for assembly introduction. Foreign travel restrictions for officials have also been partially lifted.
Himanta Biswa Sarma has been unabashed about his Hindu identity and has meticulously worked to unite the community across linguistic and ethnic lines in Assam. The historical differences between Assamese Hindus and Bengali Hindus have healed, and the State has moved in the direction of permanent reconciliation.
Assam Assembly adopts Hindi as official language for proceedings ahead of budget session: Speaker
Assam's CM-FLIGHT opens Japan job pathways for rural youth; Himanta reviews language training
Assam's master weaver Hemoprova Chutia achieved a remarkable feat by hand-embroidering and weaving the entire Bhagwad Gita onto a 280-foot cloth, despite not being able to read Sanskrit. Her dedication to preserving traditional Assamese weaving, even introducing beadwork, earned her the prestigious Padma Shri. Chutia's extraordinary patience and skill in recreating sacred texts without modern tools highlight the enduring legacy of India's handloom traditions.
Assam Assembly clears introduction of Hindi in House proceedings
In a historic move, the Assam Legislative Assembly will now include Hindi alongside Assamese, English, and Bodo. Speaker Ranjeet Kumar Dass announced the decision, emphasizing Hindi's status as the 'Rashtra Bhasha'. This comes as the Assembly prepares for its budget session starting July 6. The channel ALA will also be rebranded as Assam Vidhan Sabha TV, aiming for a stature similar to national parliamentary channels.
Monsoon session of Parliament from Jul 20 to Aug 13
New Delhi, Jul 4:The Monsoon session of Parliament will be held from July 20 to August 13, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren said on Saturday. The 25-day session with 19 sittings comes after the ruling BJPs victories in West Bengal, Assam and Puducherry assembly polls. The aftermath of the rebellion in the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and Shiv Sena (UBT) will also play out in the forthcoming session. A decision by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on the demands of 20 TMC and six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs seeking recognition as separate groups is awaited. In the Rajya Sabha, after newly elected and re-elected MPs took oath, the political numbers further tilted in favour of the ruling NDA. Three rebel TMC MPs from the Upper House have quit and bypolls will help the BJP gather more strength in the Rajya Sabha. In a post on X, Rijiju said on the recommendation of the government, President Draupadi Murmu has summoned both the Houses of Parliament for the Monsoon Session 2026. The Session will commence on 20 July, 2026 and continue till 13 August, 2026 for meaningful debate, discussion and decisions on issues of national importance, he said. The last session ended in disappointment for the BJP-led NDA government as a Constitution amendment bill to implement reservation for women in legislatures in 2029 and increase the number of seats in the Lok Sabha was defeated in the Lower House. The government is now redrafting the bill to possibly increase Lok Sabha seats of all states uniformly by 50 per cent. The population-linked increase in seats has been a major concern for southern parties.
Assam Outpaces National GST Growth Average In June
Assam has emerged among the top performing major states in the country in terms of monthly GST growth, reflecting improving economic activity and stronger revenue administration.
Assam documents butterflies of Bodoland Territorial Region
The 3,653 sq. km. forest landscape in areas under a Sixth Schedule council supports 346 recorded species, including several rare, endemic, and threatened taxa
2 Elephant Tusks, 133 Illegally Sawn Sal Timber Seized In Assam, 2 Arrested
One of the accused also claimed that the tusks were collected after an elephant had died naturally inside a forest.
Assam district orders deportation of man declared foreigner
Adjudged a non-citizen by a Foreigners Tribunal, Kayam Ansari has been asked to exit India under the provisions of the Immigrants (Expulsion from Assam) Act, 1950
Assam girl dies a month after assault by stalker killed in encounter
The accused attacked Mridumudra Deka and her cousin Madhurjya Barman, who died on the spot
JCO injured in landmine blast in J&K's Rajouri
A Junior Commissioned Officer was injured in a landmine blast during a routine patrol along the Line of Control in Rajouri district. Naib Subedar Hiteshwar Gogoi of the 14 Assam Regiment was rushed for medical treatment. Such incidents are attributed to displaced mines, with recent similar accidents involving Army personnel in the region.
Assam 1st In India To Commercially Produce Matcha Tea, Sold For Rs 3,000 A Kg
The first commercially produced batch of Matcha tea was sold at the Guwahati Tea Auction Centre for Rs 3,000, reflecting encouraging market interest in the premium product.
Assam tea industry seeks Green Leaf Cess relief, hails ATISIS support
The Tea Association of India lauded the Assam government's incentive scheme for boosting Orthodox tea production and exports, which saw significant growth in 2025. However, the association highlighted pending subsidy payments that could jeopardize this progress.
Matcha just got desi: Assam estate becomes first in India to sell Japanese-style green tea
Assam estate sells Indias first matcha tea
A premium green tea product primarily manufactured in Japan, China and Vietnam, matcha is currently facing a global shortage due to skyrocketing worldwide demand
The Directorate of Employment and Craftsmen Training (DECT), Assam has released the Assam ITI Round 3 Seat Allotment Result 2026. Candidates can log in to the official admission portal to download their allotment letters and review their admission details. Those allotted seats must complete the required formalities within the prescribed timeline to secure their admission and avoid cancellation.
Assam produces Matcha tea for first time, fetches Rs 3,000 per kg at auction
Assam has officially entered the premium Matcha tea market, with the state's first commercially produced batch fetching an impressive Rs 3000 per kg at auction. This significant development, spearheaded by the Chota Tingrai Tea Estate, marks India's debut in this high-value segment. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma highlighted the move as a boost to Assam's tea legacy and global brand, underscoring strong India-Japan ties.
Maharashtra's Uniform Civil Code: Committee to draft legislation in two weeks
Maharashtra is set to establish a committee within two weeks to draft legislation for a Uniform Civil Code. This move follows an announcement that the state will implement UCC, with a retired high court judge to head the drafting panel. The UCC aims to create a common legal framework for personal matters like marriage and inheritance, currently in place in Goa, Uttarakhand, and Assam.
Assam govt working towards bringing governance at fingertips: CM Himanta Sarma
Guwahati, July 3: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday said that the state government is working to bring governance to the fingertips of citizens through the Seva Setu platform, which has emerged as one of the largest digital public service delivery initiatives in the state. Highlighting the achievements of the platform in a []
Assam flood update: CM met Union Minister Kiren Rijiju and discussed flood relief, recovery efforts
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju and discussed flood relief, rehabilitation and recovery efforts in Assam.
Green Vision: Assam launches Mega Plantation Drive, Indigenous Fruit Mission
The minister launched the programme from Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, where he joined local residents, forest officials and volunteers in planting 77 saplings as part of the Van Mahotsav celebrations.
EV adoption gains pace; 20% share could save 1L cr in oil imports by 2030
A dozen states post double-digit EV penetration; Assam and Odisha near 20%
Gauhati High Court declares Assam man 'foreigner'
The Gauhati High Court has affirmed a Foreigners' Tribunal's decision, deeming an Assam resident a foreigner. Despite presenting 15 documents, including NRC entries and electoral rolls, the court found the evidence insufficient to prove Indian citizenship.
