Assam Current Affairs 24 September 2026: Important Exam Updates

Why in News?

The Supreme Court gave split opinions on whether petitions challenging the 2023 law governing appointments of the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners should be referred to a larger Constitution Bench.

Key Exam Points

• The challenged law excludes the Chief Justice of India from the selection panel for appointing the CEC and ECs.
• Justice Dipankar Datta and Justice Satish Chandra Sharma differed on the issue of reference to a larger Bench.
• The matter was directed to be placed before CJI Surya Kant for constitution of a Bench of appropriate strength.
• The Bench also requested consideration of a permanent five-judge Constitution Bench for seminal constitutional questions.
• The newspaper recalled the Supreme Court’s March 2023 judgment concerning the appointment mechanism for the CEC and ECs.

Why in News?

Assam has announced that all State government offices will transition to a paperless office system from January 1, 2027.

Key Exam Points

• The transition is centred on the paperless e-Office system.
• The State Secretariat already uses the NIC-developed e-Office platform.
• All 58 departments in the Secretariat were reported to be using the system.
• The government linked the transition with administrative efficiency, transparency and citizen-centric public services.
• The initiative is part of Assam’s wider digital governance programme.

Why in News?

Eight United Democratic Party legislators of the Meghalaya Assembly joined the BJP in New Delhi.

Key Exam Points

• The eight legislators included State Education Minister Lahkmen Rymbui and seven other UDP MLAs.
• The UDP was reported to be left with four MLAs.
• The BJP’s strength in the 60-member Meghalaya Assembly increased from two to 10.
• The MLAs cited several demands, including inclusion of Khasi and Garo languages in the Eighth Schedule.
• Chief Minister Conrad Sangma stated that the development did not change the strength of the coalition government.

Why in News?

A citizens’ convention in Guwahati demanded immediate completion of the updating of the National Register of Citizens, referring to the process undertaken on the basis of the 2014 voters’ list.

Key Exam Points

• The convention was held at Lakshmiram Barooah Sadan in Guwahati.
• The demand centred on completing the NRC updating process.
• The issue remains connected with citizenship documentation and Assam’s distinctive historical context.
• The development is relevant to citizenship, migration and administrative documentation debates in Assam.

Why in News?

Raijor Dal held a protest in Guwahati seeking relief and rehabilitation measures for flood-affected people in Upper Assam.

Key Exam Points

• The protest was led by Raijor Dal president Akhil Gogoi.
• Flood-affected people from Sivasagar, Charaideo and Jorhat participated.
• Protesters alleged that promised financial assistance had not reached several affected families.
• Demands included compensation, improved assessment of losses, drainage projects, embankments and rehabilitation measures.
• The issue highlights disaster relief, rehabilitation and long-term flood management in Assam.

Why in News?

US President Donald Trump and the leaders of Denmark and Greenland signed an agreement concerning the status and security arrangements of Greenland.

Key Exam Points

• The agreement permits the US to modernise and expand activities at Pituffik Space Base.
• It allows the US to establish defence areas at Narsarsuaq and Mestersvig and potentially additional defence areas.
• The agreement reaffirms the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Denmark.
• It recognises Greenlanders’ right to self-determination.
• The three parties supported stronger NATO engagement in the Arctic.

Why in News?

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian delivered a wartime speech at the UN General Assembly and called for dialogue and diplomacy without accepting the language of force.

Key Exam Points

• Pezeshkian said Iran had defended itself against attacks by the United States and Israel.
• He displayed photographs of former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and children killed during the conflict.
• He said Iran was ready for dialogue, diplomacy and negotiations.
• The speech came amid continuing conflict and tensions involving Iran, Israel and the United States.

Why in News?

Russia launched drone attacks on Kyiv and other parts of Ukraine as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy travelled to New York for UN General Assembly engagements.

Key Exam Points

• The newspaper reported two deaths and 23 injuries in Kyiv from the latest attacks.
• The attacks damaged buildings and triggered fires in Kyiv and other locations.
• Zelenskyy was in New York as part of diplomatic efforts to secure international support for Ukraine.
• The continuing conflict has implications for energy infrastructure, food security and global geopolitics.

Why in News?

India rejected references concerning Jammu & Kashmir in a joint communique of the OIC Contact Group and stated that the OIC has no locus standi on matters it considers internal to India.

Key Exam Points

• The issue was raised during the 81st session of the UN General Assembly.
• Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar addressed the OIC Contact Group meeting on Jammu & Kashmir.
• India stated that Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh are integral parts of India.
• The development is relevant to India’s position on external commentary concerning Jammu & Kashmir.

Why in News?

The 2nd CII North East Logistics Conclave discussed how Assam could improve connectivity, warehousing, border facilities and logistics systems to strengthen trade and industrial development.

Key Exam Points

• Discussions covered roads, railways, inland waterways, land ports and warehouses.
• Land ports were described as components of an end-to-end supply chain rather than merely border crossing points.
• Land ports mentioned included Dawki, Sutarkandi, Agartala, Srimantapur, Darranga, Mankachar, Moreh and Sabroom.
• Speakers highlighted digital processes, testing facilities, warehousing and coordinated border management.
• The discussions also connected logistics development with the Act East framework and ASEAN trade.

Why in News?

S&P, Fitch, ADB and OECD raised their projections for India’s FY27 GDP growth, citing economic activity and resilient domestic demand.

Key Exam Points

• OECD raised its FY27 growth projection to 7.1 per cent.
• ADB raised its projection to 7 per cent from 6.6 per cent.
• S&P raised its projection to 7 per cent from 6.6 per cent.
• Fitch raised its projection to 6.9 per cent from 6.4 per cent.
• The newspaper also reported that S&P and Fitch expected inflationary pressures to influence monetary policy.

Why in News?

ICRA reported rising losses for state-run oil marketing companies as international crude prices increased while domestic petrol and diesel prices remained unchanged.

Key Exam Points

• IOC, BPCL and HPCL were reported to be losing about Rs 8 per litre on petrol and Rs 9 on diesel.
• Under-recoveries on domestic LPG were estimated at around Rs 300 per cylinder.
• ICRA estimated daily losses to the oil marketing companies at about Rs 530 crore.
• India’s imported crude basket was reported at USD 117.4 per barrel on September 21, 2026.
• Geopolitical tensions and disruptions to oil supply routes were cited as factors behind the price rise.

Why in News?

The newspaper reported the death of agri-entrepreneur Prasanta Bora, who was associated with banana tissue culture and the Banana Grand Nine variety in Assam.

Key Exam Points

• Bora was associated with the G9 banana variety through tissue plant culture.
• He was recognised as a progressive farmer by the Central government.
• He also produced the Lokadung variety of ginger.
• The case illustrates the role of technology and entrepreneurship in agricultural diversification.

Why in News?

Severe erosion by the Subansiri river has destroyed eight revenue villages in Lakhimpur district and displaced thousands of families.

Key Exam Points

• The villages reported lost to erosion include Balibheta Mising, Balibheta Kalita, Balibheta Chutia, Madavpur, Koliyani, Godavari Toop, Bamunijan and Rowmari.
• The report linked the crisis with riverbank erosion and release of dam water by NHPC’s Subansiri Lower Hydro Electric Plant at Gerukamukh.
• Affected communities demanded faster bank-protection work.
• Demands included a five-metre-high embankment with geo-bags in a specified downstream stretch.
• The issue illustrates the relationship between river dynamics, infrastructure and human displacement.

Why in News?

An editorial on Assam’s erosion crisis cited satellite-based findings from the North Eastern Space Applications Centre on the loss of agricultural land between 2016 and 2024.

Key Exam Points

• Riverbank erosion affected 67,580.55 hectares across the districts covered by the study between 2016 and 2024.
• About 30,289.45 hectares, nearly 45 per cent, was agricultural land.
• Barpeta, Dhubri, Nalbari, Morigaon and Goalpara were identified as major agricultural erosion hotspots.
• Major tributaries mentioned include the Subansiri, Beki, Manas and Dhansiri.
• The editorial highlighted satellite and remote-sensing monitoring as tools for identifying vulnerable areas and improving planning.

Why in News?

The Pollution Control Board, Assam reported air-quality data for several cities based on the average of the preceding 24 hours.

Key Exam Points

• Guwahati recorded an AQI of 53 and was classified as Satisfactory.
• Nalbari recorded 72 and was classified as Satisfactory.
• Nagaon recorded 58 and was classified as Satisfactory.
• Sivasagar recorded 36 and Silchar 43, both classified as Good.
• The figures were reported for September 23, 2026.

Why in News?

The Regional Meteorological Centre, Guwahati forecast widespread moderate rain across parts of the Northeast, with isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall in Assam and Meghalaya.

Key Exam Points

• Moderate rain was forecast over many areas of Assam, Meghalaya and Nagaland.
• Heavy to very heavy rainfall was expected at isolated places in Assam and Meghalaya.
• Heavy rainfall was also forecast at isolated places over Nagaland.
• Thunderstorms and lightning were expected at isolated places across several Northeast states.
• The development is relevant to flood, landslide and disaster-preparedness planning in the region.

Why in News?

A five-year Population Based Cancer Registry report released at Assam Medical College and Hospital provided regional data on cancer incidence and mortality across nine Upper Assam districts.

Key Exam Points

• The registry recorded 23,157 cancer cases and 7,073 deaths between 2019 and 2023.
• The study covered Tinsukia, Dibrugarh, Sivasagar, Charaideo, Golaghat, Jorhat, Majuli, Lakhimpur and Dhemaji.
• There were 11,781 male cases and 11,376 female cases.
• Tobacco-associated malignancies accounted for 64.5 per cent of male cases and 39.9 per cent of female cases.
• Oesophageal cancer was the leading diagnosis among men, while breast cancer was the most prevalent cancer among women.

Why in News?

Arunachal Pradesh authorities intensified containment measures following an outbreak of Foot-and-Mouth Disease among mithuns in Dibang Valley district.

Key Exam Points

• The disease had affected 21 villages as of September 21.
• About 1,402 mithuns were reported affected, with 1,225 treated and 267 deaths reported.
• The outbreak was first reported in the last week of July.
• Laboratory examination by the National Institute of Foot and Mouth Disease, Odisha confirmed FMD serotype O.
• Additional expert Rapid Response Teams were ordered to strengthen containment.

Why in News?

Biswanath district officials reviewed sites for Automatic Weather Stations and Automatic Rain Gauges under the Weather Information Network and Data System.

Key Exam Points

• AWS and ARG instruments provide localised weather observations.
• The data can support weather-based assessment and crop-loss assessment.
• The initiative has relevance to crop insurance and the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana.
• The meeting involved coordination among district-level departments.
• Automated weather observations can strengthen climate-resilient agricultural planning.

Why in News?

The newspaper’s Planet Young section featured student views on whether using AI tools for brainstorming is helpful or constitutes cheating.

Key Exam Points

• Students described AI as useful for generating ideas, suggestions and different perspectives.
• The articles distinguished brainstorming assistance from copying complete answers without independent effort.
• The discussion highlighted responsible and transparent use of AI in education.
• The issue is relevant to AI ethics, education and the changing nature of learning.

Why in News?

A high-level Kamrup district administration team visited several Assam-Meghalaya border areas in South Kamrup amid concerns relating to census work, infrastructure and public services.

Key Exam Points

• The team visited areas including Chatargaon, Changma Nagar and Dumopaham.
• Officials assessed concerns relating to census, schools, healthcare, roads, land and basic facilities.
• The newspaper reported resistance to census work in some border settlements.
• Local concerns about access to roads, schools and healthcare were highlighted in the report.
• The issue connects administrative presence with infrastructure and service delivery in frontier areas.

Why in News?

Residents affected by Subansiri river erosion in Lakhimpur demonstrated against the loss of villages, agricultural land and homes.

Key Exam Points

• Eight revenue villages were reported to have been lost to erosion.
• Thousands of families were displaced according to the report.
• Protesters sought faster bank-protection work.
• Demands included downstream embankment and geo-bag protection measures.
• The issue highlights Assam’s continuing vulnerability to riverbank erosion and displacement.

Why in News?

Assam Medical College and Hospital released a five-year regional cancer registry report covering nine Upper Assam districts.

Key Exam Points

• The registry recorded 23,157 cases and 7,073 deaths from 2019 to 2023.
• Jorhat had the highest age-adjusted incidence rate among men at 86.4 per 100,000.
• Dibrugarh had the highest female incidence rate at 79.8 per 100,000.
• About 65.8 per cent of cases were concentrated among people aged 35 to 64 years.
• The report identified tobacco-associated malignancies as a major health burden in the region.

Why in News?

Sahitya Akademi organised a multifaceted literary programme at Tezpur featuring literary felicitations, story reading, poetry and release of literary works.

Key Exam Points

• The programme involved Nepali, Hindi and English literary works.
• The event included a session dedicated to veteran writer and language movement activist Jay Narayan Luitel.
• A story-reading session featured writer Basundhara Sharma.
• The final session included a poetry meet and release of books.
• The programme highlighted the literary and cultural diversity of Assam’s Northeast communities.

Why in News?

Manipur-born weightlifter Mirabai Chanu won silver in the women’s 49 kg category at the Asian Games in Nagoya.

Key Exam Points

• Chanu lifted a total of 198 kg, comprising 88 kg in snatch and 111 kg in clean and jerk.
• The silver was India’s first Asian Games weightlifting medal since Karnam Malleswari’s silver in 1998.
• North Korea’s Ri Song Gum won gold with 215 kg.
• Indonesia’s Luluk Diana Tri Wijayana won bronze with 191 kg.
• The medal completed an Asian Games achievement that had eluded Chanu in 2014, 2018 and 2023.