Assam Current Affairs 30 September 2026: Important Exam Updates

Why in News?

Karbi Anglong district administration reviewed preparations for the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, scheduled from October 1 to 10, 2026.

Key Exam Points

• The campaign is planned as a 10-day district-wide public service initiative.
• Preparations involve BDOs and heads of departments.
• The programme will include cleaning activities, public welfare camps and citizen-awareness programmes.
• Inter-agency coordination and grassroots participation are key components.

Why in News?

A six-member Public Estimates Committee of the Assam Legislative Assembly visited Dima Hasao to review development works and schemes implemented by various departments and the Dima Hasao Autonomous Council.

Key Exam Points

• The committee reviewed the progress of departmental schemes and projects.
• Implementation status up to 2026 was examined.
• The review included projects under the Dima Hasao Autonomous Council.
• Legislative committees contribute to legislative oversight and examination of public expenditure.

Why in News?

A Special Court in Kokrajhar sentenced a convicted offender to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, along with a fine of ₹20,000.

Key Exam Points

• The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act is India’s principal legislation dealing with sexual offences against children.
• The case was decided by a Special Court in Kokrajhar.
• The sentence included 20 years of rigorous imprisonment and a ₹20,000 fine.
• POCSO provides a specialised legal framework for child protection and adjudication of such offences.

Why in News?

India’s Ambassador to Russia Vinay Kumar met Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin in Moscow for discussions covering bilateral and international issues, including the situation surrounding Ukraine.

Key Exam Points

• The discussion covered bilateral and international issues.
• The Ukraine conflict featured prominently in the talks.
• India and Russia continue to describe their relationship as a special and privileged strategic partnership.
• Energy security, defence cooperation and multilateral coordination remain important areas of engagement.

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Nepal is planning to import up to 1,100 MW of electricity from India during the dry season after floods, landslides and heavy monsoon rains damaged hydropower projects.

Key Exam Points

• The proposed import period is December 2026 to May 2027.
• Nepal’s run-of-the-river hydropower generation declines during the dry season.
• Nepal currently has around 3,740 MW of operating electricity-generation capacity, according to the report.
• Cross-border electricity trade is an important element of India-Nepal energy cooperation.

Why in News?

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met AIIB President Zou Jiayi in Doha and suggested that the multilateral development bank expand beyond traditional physical infrastructure financing.

Key Exam Points

• AIIB began functioning in 2016.
• The bank has 111 approved members, according to the report.
• AIIB has authorised capitalisation of USD 100 billion.
• China is the largest shareholder, followed by India.
• India suggested greater attention to AI-related infrastructure, MSMEs and skilling.

Why in News?

An EY India report highlighted the increasing participation of young investors, women, entrepreneurs and digitally active consumers from Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities.

Key Exam Points

• The share of NSE-registered investors below 30 increased to 38 per cent in June 2026 from 23 per cent in FY19.
• Women accounted for 25 per cent of investors in B30 cities in FY24, compared with 20 per cent in FY19.
• SIPs accounted for 35 per cent of individual mutual-fund AUM, up from 19 per cent in FY19.
• The report linked this transformation to digital public infrastructure and wider access.

Why in News?

Union Minister of State Ramdas Athawale said around two crore Jan Dhan accounts had been opened in Assam and approximately 1.34 crore Mudra loans had been provided in the State.

Key Exam Points

• Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana is aimed at expanding access to formal banking services.
• Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana supports micro and small entrepreneurial activities through institutional credit.
• The newspaper reported more than 59 crore Jan Dhan accounts nationally.
• The Assam figures connect financial inclusion with entrepreneurship and small-business development.

Why in News?

The two-day Behali Butterfly Count and Walk 2.0 concluded at Behali Wildlife Sanctuary, documenting butterfly diversity and promoting conservation awareness.

Key Exam Points

• More than 150 butterfly species were recorded during surveys of 10 trails.
• The event also recorded 35 moth species, four amphibian species, two snake species and two owl species.
• Around 189 students participated in the butterfly walk.
• A brochure documented 126 butterfly species recorded inside the Behali Wildlife Sanctuary.
• Butterfly surveys can contribute to biodiversity documentation and conservation awareness.

Why in News?

A coordination meeting at the Deepor Beel Wildlife Range discussed measures to protect wild elephants and improve railway safety in areas adjoining railway tracks.

Key Exam Points

• The meeting involved Forest Department and Railway officials, including RPF representatives.
• Measures discussed included real-time information sharing and monitoring of vulnerable locations.
• Prompt communication when elephants approach railway tracks is important for collision prevention.
• The report noted that no elephant-related incident had occurred in the area during the previous 10 years.

Why in News?

A petition before the National Green Tribunal’s Eastern Zone Bench challenged the proposed greenfield airport site near Chiethu in Kohima district and sought a fresh technical and ecological feasibility study.

Key Exam Points

• The proposed site is in a seismically active region.
• The petition cited shifting slopes, landslide-prone terrain, fog and prolonged monsoon conditions.
• The petitioner sought assessment of technical, economic and ecological viability.
• The National Green Tribunal is a specialised judicial body dealing with environmental matters.

Why in News?

Assam reported 93 per cent coverage in its HPV vaccination campaign, with more than 3 lakh eligible girls vaccinated against a State target of 3.27 lakh.

Key Exam Points

• The campaign is being implemented through the Health and Family Welfare Department, Directorate of Health Services and NHM, Assam.
• Health teams from all 35 districts participated in the review process.
• The State is working towards 100 per cent coverage of eligible beneficiaries.
• HPV vaccination is an important public-health intervention for prevention of HPV-related diseases.

Why in News?

The Supreme Court expressed concern over a reported ten-fold difference between the price to retailer and the MRP of an essential cancer medicine and discussed regulation of medicine prices and hospital pharmacy practices.

Key Exam Points

• The proceedings concern regulation of medicine prices, generic prescriptions and medical devices under the Drugs (Prices Control) Order, 2013.
• The bench referred to a reported example of a cancer drug with a price to retailer of ₹2,700 and an MRP of ₹27,000.
• The Court discussed the possibility of a uniform 16 per cent margin on medicines.
• The issue also involves concerns about hospitals requiring patients to purchase medicines from specified pharmacies.
• The matter connects pharmaceutical pricing with affordability, regulation and public health.

Why in News?

A survey conducted by a Supreme Court-appointed National Task Force reported that 15 per cent of surveyed higher-education students experienced a prolonged period of distress or feeling overwhelmed, while 9 per cent reported suicidal thoughts.

Key Exam Points

• The survey received responses from more than 2.43 lakh students.
• About 67 per cent of respondents belonged to SC, ST and OBC categories.
• Around 34 per cent reported feeling like an outsider on campus to varying degrees.
• About 32 per cent said their institution did not offer counselling services.
• The officials cautioned that the current sample was not representative and findings were preliminary and tentative.

Why in News?

Arunachal Pradesh Home Minister Mama Natung reviewed progress in the boundary settlement process with Assam and urged regional committees of both States to accelerate joint field visits and consultations.

Key Exam Points

• There are 12 regional committees involved in the ongoing process.
• The committees are expected to conduct joint field visits and consultations.
• The process emphasises dialogue, mutual understanding and cooperation.
• Inter-state boundary disputes require sustained administrative and political engagement.

Why in News?

A new daily bus service will connect Sairang near Aizawl with Lamka in Manipur from October 1, providing a new surface-transport link between the two States.

Key Exam Points

• Two 21-seater buses will operate on the route.
• The route covers approximately 360 km.
• The estimated travel time is around 12 hours.
• The reported fare is ₹2,500 per passenger.
• The service is intended to ease travel difficulties amid the continuing situation in Manipur.

Why in News?

Assam’s Animal Husbandry, Veterinary and Fisheries Minister announced plans to appoint 130 veterinary doctors and 200 livestock field assistants to strengthen veterinary services.

Key Exam Points

• The appointments are intended to improve access to veterinary services for livestock farmers.
• The government is promoting scientific and commercial animal husbandry practices.
• Livestock insurance has been introduced to provide financial protection to farmers and their animals.
• The State also plans to improve infrastructure in poorly functioning veterinary hospitals.
• Animal husbandry and fisheries are linked to rural income and livelihood diversification.