The All Assam Electricity Consumers Association (AAECA) has strongly opposed the Assam Power Distribution Company Limited’s (APDCL) proposal to introduce a Time-of-Day (ToD) tariff for domestic electricity consumers. The association has termed the proposal as “anti-people” and demanded its immediate withdrawal. Concerns Raised by AAECA In a statement, AAECA advisor Bimal Das criticized the ToD…
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has reaffirmed his commitment to resolving the long-standing boundary dispute between Changlang district and Assam. Speaking in the State Assembly, Khandu assured that his government would engage with Assam to address the issue, which was notably excluded from the 2022 Namsai Declaration. The Namsai Declaration, signed by the Chief…
Sikkim, a picturesque northeastern state of India, holds the unique distinction of being the only state in the country where residents are completely exempt from paying income tax. This rare financial privilege is safeguarded under Article 371(F) of the Indian Constitution and Section 10(26AAA) of the Income Tax Act, 1961, making Sikkim a standout in…
Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to begin a three-day visit to Assam from March 14, 2025, during which he will participate in key events aimed at promoting education, development, and regional unity. The visit underscores the government’s continued focus on the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) and Assam’s overall progress. Key Highlights of the…
The State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam, has officially declared the Assam Police Constable Result 2025 for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET). Candidates who appeared for the PET round can now check their results on the official SLPRB website, slprbassam.in. The results have been released for multiple posts across various categories, including Constable (UB),…
In a landmark move, the Assam government has announced the introduction of India’s first AI-driven, blockchain-based tea auction system, aimed at enhancing transparency, efficiency, and security in the tea trade. The initiative, unveiled during the Assam Budget 2025-26, is set to revolutionize the auctioning process, ensuring fair pricing and tamper-proof transactions. Key Features of the…
In a pioneering move, the Assam government has announced plans to launch its own satellite, named ASSAMSAT, in collaboration with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). The initiative, unveiled during the state budget presentation for 2025-26 by Finance Minister Ajanta Neog, aims to enhance regional monitoring and support critical socio-economic projects. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa…
Aizawl: The Mizoram government is in the process of drafting a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) to hand over the state’s lone airport, Lengpui Airport, to the Indian Air Force (IAF). Chief Minister Lalduhoma made the announcement during the ongoing Assembly session, highlighting the state’s efforts to address maintenance and operational challenges at the airport. The…
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has announced significant progress in resolving the long-standing border disputes between Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. Speaking during the ongoing session of the Arunachal Pradesh Assembly on Monday, Khandu expressed optimism that the boundary demarcation in six disputed districts would be finalized soon. The Chief Minister reaffirmed the state government’s…
In a massive crackdown on insurgent activities, the Indian Army, in collaboration with Assam Rifles, Manipur Police, CRPF, BSF, and ITBP, successfully recovered 117 weapons, Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), grenades, ammunition, and other war-like stores during a series of operations across Manipur. Coordinated Efforts Across Districts The operations, conducted over the past 72 hours, targeted…
