Syllabus: GS-III & V: Agriculture Why in the News? Assam observed World Fisheries Day with growing concern over the rapid decline of its indigenous fish species. India’s theme this year “India’s Blue Transformation: Strengthening Value Addition in Seafood Exports” focused on sustainable inland aquaculture and conservation of native species, making Assam’s situation especially relevant. Introduction Assam’s relationship with water is centuries…

The Arunachal Pradesh dao (sword), a traditional hand-forged blade made by tribal blacksmith communities, has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. Key Highlights The GI recognition acknowledges the cultural, historical, and economic importance of Arunachal’s blacksmithing traditions. Deputy Chief Minister stated that the dao embodies tribal identity, heritage, and craftsmanship refined over generations. The dao is completely handmade, using traditional forging…

Syllabus: GS-III & V – Infrastructure  Why in the News? The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) signed several high-value MoUs with Assam Petro-Chemicals Ltd., the Government of Assam, and private companies to strengthen river transport, cargo movement, and tourism across the Northeast. Transformative Push for Inland Waterways in Assam and the Northeast The MoUs mark a major step in developing…

Syllabus: GS-I & V –Culture & Heritage Why in the News? The Governor of Assam, highlighted the pivotal role of Sattriya culture, founded by Srimanta Sankaradeva, in providing an ethical framework and cultural unity in Assam during an event of the Sadou Asom Satra Mahasabha in Dhemaji. Introduction Assam’s cultural identity has been shaped significantly by the spiritual, artistic and social…

A new professional text-editing and publishing house, Matribhasa, dedicated exclusively to Assamese language services, was inaugurated in Guwahati. Key Highlights Matribhasa is the first professional Assamese editing and publishing platform dedicated to ensuring high-quality language use, error-free writing, and polished presentation. The initiative was launched by four students of Assam Jatiya Vidyalaya — Devangana, Aakansha, Prapti and Udataditya — reflecting youth-led…

Scientists of the Wildlife Institute of India (WII) have discovered 13 new species of bush frogs (genus Raorchestes) across the Northeast, marking one of the highest numbers of vertebrate species described in a single publication in over a decade. Key Highlights of the Discovery The discovery includes 6 species from Arunachal Pradesh, 3 from Meghalaya, and 1 each from Assam, Mizoram,…

Syllabus: GS-III & V Infrastructure  Why in the news? Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways announced major progress in expanding inland waterways in Northeast India, especially Assam, strengthening petroleum transport and regional trade corridors. A New Era of Waterway-led Connectivity in the Northeast The Inland Water Transport network is emerging as a game-changer for Assam and the Northeast. At the…