Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated two landmark projects in Guwahati — the Gateway of Guwahati (Terminal & Jetty) and the Brahmaputra Riverfront – Sati Radhika Shaanti Udyan in the presence of the Chief Minister. Together, these projects, built at a combined cost of ₹632 crore. Gateway of Guwahati (Terminal & Jetty) Project cost: ₹305 crore Location: MG Road, Guwahati Significance: The first all-weather floating…

The hills of Meghalaya came alive as the Chief Minister inaugurated the 49th Hundred Drums Wangala Festival at Wangala A’dam, Chibagre, in West Garo Hills.  The festival, a grand celebration of Garo heritage, marks the thanksgiving ceremony to the Sun God, Misi Saljong, for a bountiful harvest. The Chief Minister announced that the Golden Jubilee edition in 2026 will be expanded into a 1,000 Drums…

Syllabus: GS-III & V: Pollution Control  Why in the News A landmark study by IIT Guwahati’s Air and Noise Pollution Research Lab, titled “Emission Inventory, Source Apportionment, Carrying Capacity & Emission Control Strategy for Guwahati,” has identified road dust and construction activity as the primary contributors to particulate matter (PM) pollution in the city — surpassing even vehicular emissions. More About the News As winter…

Syllabus: GS-III & V: Innovation and Skill Development Why in the News? As India aims to become a global innovation powerhouse, several universities and technical institutes in Assam are beginning to align with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which emphasises entrepreneurial learning, innovation, and research-based education. Universities Leading Assam’s Journey to Innovation To transform Assam into a hub of innovation and entrepreneurship, the foundation…

The wetlands of Bajali district in Assam have recently welcomed a graceful visitor — the White-breasted Waterhen (Amaurornis phoenicurus), known locally as Kam Sorai.  Spotted in Sikhroita Beel and Sarangpuria Beel, the bird’s return is being hailed by conservationists as a positive sign of wetland revival and ecological health. About the Species The White-breasted Waterhen, belonging to the Rallidae family, is an elegant waterbird recognized…

In a major step towards enhancing joint operational readiness and technological integration, the Indian Armed Forces will conduct a tri-service exercise titled ‘Poorvi Prachand Prahar’ in the rugged mountains of Mechuka, Arunachal Pradesh. About the Exercise Conceived as a forward-looking multi-domain warfighting drill, the exercise will bring together the Army, Navy, and Air Force to validate operational synergy across land, air, and maritime domains.  The…