Assam bans radical literature, cites Bangladesh unrest
Assam government invokes new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita to ban JMB, ABT materials. Crackdown follows arrests and fears of cross-border radicalization targeting youth. Read more.
Category : Search result: Assam environmental issues
PM Modi's Namrup Visit: DGP Reviews Security for Rs 11,000 Cr Project
Assam DGP Harmeet Singh reviewed security for PM Modi's Dec 21 Namrup visit to lay the foundation stone for a Rs 11,000-crore ammonia-urea project. The plant aims to boost agriculture and create jobs.
Trichy's 11-acre public park delayed for new vegetable market
Trichy Corporation delays Panjapur park development until after ₹236 crore vegetable market is built, despite HC order. Environmentalists raise concerns over tree loss.
Assam Police Recruits 1,715 Constables: Apply Now
SLPRB Assam invites applications for 1,715 Constable posts in Armed & Unarmed branches. Apply online from Dec 16, 2025 to Jan 16, 2026. Check eligibility & process.
Guwahati Airport Chaos: 7 IndiGo Flights Cancelled
Technical glitches & operational issues led to 7 IndiGo flight cancellations & major delays at Guwahati airport, stranding passengers for up to 12 hours. Details on affected routes & airline's response.
Assam ST Status Groups Seek Urgent Tripartite Meeting
Six communities in Assam demand urgent tripartite talks with Centre and state to resolve Scheduled Tribe status deadlock. Protests escalate, impacting daily life.
5,815 Youth Get Assam Govt Jobs in Major Recruitment Drive
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma hands over appointment letters to 5,815 recruits for police & home dept. He highlights transparent, merit-based hiring, with total jobs since 2021 now at 1,41,194. Read more.
PM Modi Meets Assam Lawmakers, Reviews Scheme Data
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a key meeting with lawmakers from Assam, a state set for polls in 2026. He specifically sought enrolment data for central welfare schemes targeting women and children.
Khasi-Jaintia Development Council Formed in Assam's Cachar
Assam's Education Minister Ranoj Pegu launches Khasi-Jaintia Development Council in Cachar to address land rights and welfare gaps for tribal communities in Barak Valley. Read more.
Assam's Tribal Status Promise in Lok Sabha Polls
Explore how the promise of Scheduled Tribe status for six Assam communities is shaping the electoral battle in at least six Lok Sabha constituencies. Discover the political strategies of BJP and Congress.
Secret 1984 Assam Report Exposed After 41 Years
Assam government unveils suppressed 1984 Tewary Commission report exposing land disputes as root cause of Nellie massacre. Discover the explosive findings kept hidden for four decades.
Chennai's Cooum River Suffers Daily Waste Dumping
Adayalampattu panchayat dumps 10 tonnes daily into Cooum River, causing flooding risks and environmental damage. GCC struggles with cleanup as merger proposal delays continue.
Activists oppose landfill eco clearance exemption
Environmental activists protest draft notification removing environmental clearance requirements for landfills. Learn how this affects waste management and public health in India.
SC Ruling on Post-Facto Environmental Clearances Sparks Outrage
Supreme Court's reversal on post-facto environmental approvals threatens constitutional right to healthy environment. Experts warn this decision could worsen India's pollution crisis.
Assam's Climate Action: 6 Projects Done, 9 Ongoing
Assam govt completes 6 climate research projects, with 9 more in progress. The state's comprehensive Climate Change Action Plan features 211 actions across key sectors.
Assam Passes Bill Banning Polygamy: What to Know
Assam Assembly approves landmark bill to prohibit polygamy, creating uniform marriage laws. Learn about the provisions, exemptions, and implementation timeline.
1983 Nellie Massacre Reports Made Public After Decades
Two historic reports on the 1983 Assam massacre have been made public, revealing official findings about the Nellie violence that claimed thousands of lives. Discover the truth behind one of India's darkest chapters.
Panchkula waste plant delayed, city faces mounting trash
Panchkula's horticultural waste disposal plant remains stalled in tendering process for over 6 months, causing untreated waste piles across residential sectors. Mayor reveals interim measures.
India-Norway Pact Cuts EPD Certification Cost by 70%
Pune's Greenex partners with Norway's EPD Global to help Indian manufacturers, especially MSMEs, get Environmental Product Declarations. This strategic move cuts certification costs and boosts global market competitiveness.
Himanta Sarma: Migrant Muslims are Congress's Oxygen
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma claims Congress relies on 'Miya' votes in 22 seats, alleges party sells tickets for crores. Congress denies the charges ahead of 2026 state elections.
Costly Reversal on Green Governance: SC Ruling
Supreme Court's retrospective project clearances dilute environmental jurisprudence and may incentivise violations. Read how this decision impacts India's green future.
Assam uses 1950 Act to order 5 foreigners to leave India
Assam's Sonitpur district issues first orders under 1950 Immigrants Act, directing 5 declared foreigners to leave India within 24 hours. Police confirm they are absconding.
SC Vanashakti Recall: No Win for Retrospective EC
Supreme Court recalls Vanashakti judgment but maintains environmental protection principles. Prior Environmental Clearance remains crucial as ecological damage is irreversible. Industry celebrations premature.
Karnataka CM Announces 5 Green Awards for Environmentalists
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announces five new environmental awards to recognize conservation efforts. Four Karnataka cities face pollution challenges.
Assam Contractual Employees Protest for Job Regularization
Over 8,000 contractual employees in Assam protest for pending salaries, job regularization, and HR policy. Council warns of intensifying agitation if demands unmet.
SC recalls ban on retrospective environmental clearances
Supreme Court recalls May 16 verdict barring ex post facto environmental clearances in 2-1 split decision. Majority cites Rs 20,000 crore public resources at stake while dissenting judge calls it environmental retrogression.
SC Rejects Ex Post Facto Environmental Clearances
Supreme Court recalls May verdict, says ex post facto environmental clearances violate law. Case referred to new bench for fresh consideration. Read the full story.
Assam Pays Heartfelt Tribute to Zubeen Garg on 53rd Birthday
Assam commemorated Zubeen Garg's 53rd birthday with blood donation camps, tree plantations, and cultural events. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma and fans honored the legendary singer's legacy across the state.
Justice Bhuyan dissents on retrospective green clearances
Supreme Court Justice Ujjal Bhuyan delivers sharp dissent against retrospective environmental clearances, calling them 'anathema' to environmental law. Read the full analysis.
Assam's 'D' Voters: Electoral Roll Revision Impact
Understanding Assam's unique 'D' voter category since 1997. How the special electoral roll revision impacts doubtful voters and citizenship verification processes. Read more.
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