A curated compilation of important developments from The Assam Tribune dated 1 September 2026 for APSC, UPSC and ADRE preparation.
Syllabus Coverage
Today’s news mapped to relevant examination areas.
Quick Revision
The most important things to remember from today’s newspaper.
Nepal’s August 26 flash floods pushed the death toll to 939, with around 4,000 people still missing.
Census operations in Manipur were deferred amid demands for NRC updation before the census and delimitation.
The government notified the Rs 1.27 lakh crore Semicon 2.0 programme for strengthening India’s semiconductor ecosystem.
Polity & Governance
Constitutional, institutional and governance-related developments.
Centre Defers Census Operations in Manipur Amid NRC Demand
Why in News?
The Union government deferred census operations in Manipur following demands that the National Register of Citizens be updated before the census and delimitation exercise.
Key Exam Points
- The decision followed a high-level review meeting chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
- The demand was for NRC updation before the census and before any delimitation exercise.
- The High Court of Manipur directed that the census process remain deferred until further orders.
- The issue involved demands relating to census, NRC and delimitation in the State.
Supreme Court to Hear Delhi Police Plea on FIRs Against Protesters
Why in News?
The Supreme Court agreed to hear a Delhi Police plea concerning FIRs registered in connection with student protests.
Key Exam Points
- The Solicitor General invoked Article 142 of the Constitution.
- The police sought quashing of 13 FIRs.
- The plea also concerned permission to register a fresh case.
- The matter raises issues relating to the powers of the Supreme Court under Article 142.
NCSC Seeks Action in Case Involving Alleged Remarks Against Buta Singh
Why in News?
The National Commission for Scheduled Castes sought action in a case concerning alleged derogatory remarks against former Union Home Minister Buta Singh.
Key Exam Points
- The NCSC is a constitutional body dealing with safeguards for Scheduled Castes.
- The case involved alleged remarks made during an election campaign.
- The commission raised concerns regarding delays in investigation and action.
International Relations
Important developments involving India’s external relations.
Nepal Flash Floods: India Supports Rescue and Rehabilitation Efforts
Why in News?
Nepal’s August 26 flash floods killed at least 939 people and left around 4,000 missing, while India continued supporting rescue and rehabilitation.
Key Exam Points
- The disaster was associated with a collapse or avalanche of ice and rock near the Nepal–Tibet border.
- The Bhotekoshi River carried floodwaters downstream, damaging settlements, roads, bridges and hydropower infrastructure.
- More than 10,000 people had been rescued.
- India sent specialised assistance including a forensic team for DNA analysis and victim identification.
- India also deployed a tunnel-rescue team and provided relief material.
China Rejects Claims Linking Tibet Hydropower Projects to Nepal Floods
Why in News?
China rejected claims that its hydropower projects in Tibet were responsible for the flash flood disaster in Nepal.
Key Exam Points
- China attributed the disaster to a collapse of a high-altitude glacier in Nepal.
- The floods damaged infrastructure and hydropower projects along the Bhotekoshi corridor.
- The report highlighted China’s hydropower development in Tibet and its significance for downstream countries.
- The Brahmaputra enters India through Arunachal Pradesh after making a major turn in the Himalayan region.
Sikkim Launches Relief Mission for Flood-Hit Nepal
Why in News?
Sikkim launched a relief mission carrying essential supplies and medical assistance to flood- and landslide-hit areas of Nepal.
Key Exam Points
- The mission comprised around 35 members.
- The team included medical personnel, rescue workers and volunteers.
- Medicines, food and other essential relief materials were sent to affected communities.
Economy
Economic policy, development, taxation, financial markets and energy.
India’s Economy Grows 7.8% in Q1 FY27
Why in News?
India’s real GDP grew 7.8% in the April–June quarter of FY 2026–27, exceeding the RBI’s quarterly forecast of 7%.
Key Exam Points
- Q1 FY27 growth was lower than the previous quarter’s 8.6% but higher than the 6.9% recorded in Q1 FY26.
- The RBI projected full-year FY27 growth at 6.7%.
- Real GDP at constant prices was estimated at Rs 81.36 lakh crore.
- Nominal GDP at current prices was estimated at Rs 88.27 lakh crore.
Banking System Surplus Liquidity Reaches Nearly Rs 5 Lakh Crore
Why in News?
Surplus liquidity in India’s banking system rose to around Rs 5 lakh crore at the end of August.
Key Exam Points
- RBI data placed surplus system liquidity at Rs 5.05 lakh crore on August 30.
- Banks mobilised foreign-currency deposits through the RBI’s special USD-INR swap facility.
- The RBI used Variable Rate Reverse Repo auctions to absorb excess liquidity.
IOC Raises LPG Production Amid Strait of Hormuz Disruption
Why in News?
Indian Oil Corporation increased LPG production by nearly 30% amid disruptions to maritime trade through the Strait of Hormuz.
Key Exam Points
- IOC diversified crude sourcing and realigned refinery operations to secure supplies.
- India imports more than 88% of its crude oil requirement.
- The Strait of Hormuz is strategically important for India’s energy security.
Uzbekistan Becomes 11th Country to Accept UPI Payments
Why in News?
NPCI International and Uzbekistan’s National Interbank Processing Centre entered into a partnership enabling UPI payments across Uzbekistan.
Key Exam Points
- Indian tourists, business travellers and students can make merchant payments by scanning Uzbekistan’s national UZQR code.
- The agreement was signed on August 30, 2026.
- Uzbekistan’s national payment system is operated by HUMO.
Record 7.5 Crore Income Tax Returns Filed for AY 2026–27
Why in News?
More than 7.5 crore income tax returns had been filed for Assessment Year 2026–27 by August 31.
Key Exam Points
- More than 5.9 crore ITR-1 and ITR-2 forms had been filed by the July 31 deadline.
- ITR-3 applies to individuals and HUFs with income from proprietary business or profession.
- ITR-4 is used by eligible small and medium taxpayers.
- ITR-5 covers firms, LLPs and cooperative societies.
- ITR-6 applies to companies and ITR-7 to specified trusts and charitable institutions.
Environment & Ecology
Climate, ecosystems, disaster vulnerability and environmental governance.
Experts Link Upper Assam Floods to Changing River-Basin Dynamics
Why in News?
Experts at a Dibrugarh University brainstorming session said the July floods in Upper Assam were shaped by multiple interacting factors rather than extreme rainfall alone.
Key Exam Points
- Factors included sedimentation, hill-slope instability, mining, deforestation and altered drainage.
- Poorly planned roads, bridges, embankments and sluice gates can interfere with natural drainage.
- Upstream catchments in Nagaland form part of the same hydrological system affecting Upper Assam.
- Sedimentation can alter river morphology and reduce river-carrying capacity.
- Experts called for basin-wide, science-based flood-risk management.
Sponge Cities Gain Attention as a Flood-Resilience Model
Why in News?
The concept of sponge cities was discussed as a nature-based approach to managing urban floods, water stress and climate risks.
Key Exam Points
- Sponge-city planning uses wetlands, permeable surfaces, rain gardens and green roofs.
- Permeable surfaces reduce runoff and can help recharge groundwater.
- Restored wetlands can store water and reduce flood intensity.
- The concept was proposed by Chinese architect Kongjian Yu in 2000.
Hojai Administration Orders Action Against Encroachments Blocking Natural Drainage
Why in News?
The Hojai district administration directed departments and local authorities to act against unauthorised constructions and obstructions affecting natural drainage.
Key Exam Points
- Encroachment of natural watercourses and drainage channels was identified as a concern.
- Such obstructions can aggravate waterlogging and urban flooding.
- Authorities were directed to identify vulnerable areas and implement mitigation measures.
- The Disaster Management Act, 2005 was invoked for coordinated action.
Science & Technology
Scientific developments, digital technologies and strategic innovation.
Government Notifies Rs 1.27 Lakh Crore Semicon 2.0 Programme
Why in News?
The government notified the Semicon 2.0 programme with an outlay of Rs 1,27,500 crore, detailing incentives and eligibility requirements across the semiconductor value chain.
Key Exam Points
- Semicon 2.0 covers chip design, equipment and materials, fabrication, packaging, R&D and talent creation.
- Silicon wafer fabs must meet a minimum investment requirement of Rs 20,000 crore.
- Eligible wafer fabs can receive fiscal support equal to 40% of eligible capital expenditure.
- Eligible fabs must have capacity of at least 40,000 wafer starts per month on 300-mm wafers.
- Product-design support can provide eligible startups and MSMEs seed funding.
- The programme aims to strengthen India’s domestic semiconductor design and manufacturing ecosystem.
AI-Generated Visuals Complicate Nepal Flood Disaster Response
Why in News?
Fake and AI-generated photographs and videos circulated on social media after the Nepal floods.
Key Exam Points
- The Nepal government ordered users to remove inappropriate content.
- The Nepal Press Council opened a dedicated portal for complaints concerning the incident.
- Some viral visuals originated from earlier disasters or other countries.
- The issue highlights misinformation challenges during disaster management.
Assam and Medanta Sign MoU for Robotic Surgery Centre at GMCH
Why in News?
The Assam government signed an MoU with Global Health Limited (Medanta) to establish a Centre of Excellence in Robotic Surgery at Gauhati Medical College and Hospital.
Key Exam Points
- The partnership focuses on advanced surgical care, training and capacity building.
- Medanta will provide advisory support on technologies and evidence-based practices.
- The implementation plan is expected to be finalised within 30 days.
- Joint monitoring and quality-assurance measures are included in the agreement.
Assam & Northeast
Assam and Northeast-focused developments with APSC and ADRE relevance.
NHAI Given Seven Days to Repair Potholes on Accident-Prone NH-27 Stretch
Why in News?
Following a fatal road accident at Khetri in which seven people were killed, the Assam government and NHAI agreed to a seven-day deadline for repairing potholes on the Khanapara–Sonapur stretch.
Key Exam Points
- The accident occurred at Tetelia-Nalgedra near Khetri.
- Preliminary reports indicated that the vehicle hit a large pothole before losing control.
- NHAI agreed to repair potholes along the Khanapara–Sonapur stretch within seven days.
- A monitoring committee was constituted to oversee the repair work.
- The incident triggered demands for better road maintenance, safety standards and accountability.
GMDA Widens and Deepens Panjabari Drain to Reduce Flash-Flood Risk
Why in News?
The Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority is widening and deepening a drain from the PNRD office in Panjabari towards Silsako.
Key Exam Points
- The planned drain is approximately three metres deep and three metres wide.
- The channel will eventually connect to Silsako waterbody.
- Siltation and construction activities had narrowed and reduced the carrying capacity of the drain.
- The project aims to reduce waterlogging and improve drainage capacity in Panjabari.
Assam Reviews Dairy Sector Amid Large Milk Production–Demand Gap
Why in News?
The Assam government reviewed the dairy sector after highlighting the gap between the State’s milk production and demand.
Key Exam Points
- Assam produces 33.53 lakh litres of milk a day.
- The report highlighted annual demand of 1.22 crore litres.
- Assam has 2,006 organised dairy cooperative societies, of which 1,032 are registered.
- Existing milk-processing capacity is 4.95 lakh litres per day.
- The Chief Minister called for greater participation of women in dairy cooperatives and conservation of the Lakhimi breed.
Gauhati High Court Seeks Report on Nine Assam Elephants in Tamil Nadu
Why in News?
The Gauhati High Court sought a report regarding the rehabilitation of nine Assam elephants held in captivity at temples in Tamil Nadu.
Key Exam Points
- The case originated from concerns surrounding Joymala, an elephant transferred from Assam to a Tamil Nadu temple.
- Eight other Assam elephants were also referred to the committee.
- The High Court directed monthly inspections of facilities where the elephants are kept.
- Elephants lacking adequate nutrition, medical care or other facilities may be seized and rehabilitated.
Arunachal Pradesh Issues FMD Advisory Amid Outbreak in Four Districts
Why in News?
Arunachal Pradesh authorities issued a public advisory after an outbreak of Foot-and-Mouth Disease was reported in four districts.
Key Exam Points
- Affected districts include Dibang Valley, East Kameng, Pakke Kessang and Papum Pare.
- The advisory focused on protecting mithun, cattle and other susceptible livestock.
- Ring or barrier vaccination was advised in affected and high-risk areas.
- Sick or suspected animals should be isolated.
Mizoram Plans Winter Festival to Promote the State as a Tourism Destination
Why in News?
Mizoram is preparing a winter festival aimed at promoting the State as a winter tourism destination.
Key Exam Points
- The festival will involve multiple government departments.
- Proposed activities include angling, a bamboo innovation exhibition and photography exhibition.
- Christmas-themed street decorations and a Christmas parade are also planned.
- The initiative seeks to showcase tourism potential, entrepreneurship and local products.
Today’s Developments
Important updates to issues covered in today’s newspaper.
The Khanapara–Sonapur stretch was given a seven-day repair deadline following the Khetri accident.
The Centre deferred census operations in Manipur amid demands for NRC updation before census and delimitation.
India’s April–June real GDP growth exceeded the RBI’s quarterly forecast of 7%.
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