Location & Significance Sarthebari, in Barpeta district, is Assam’s only hub for handmade bell metal items. Bell metal: an alloy of copper and tin, used traditionally for utensils and instruments. The industry is deeply tied to Assamese culture, tradition, and
Developments in the North Eastern Region (2024-25) Projects Sanctioned by the Centre: Total Projects: 74 projects sanctioned under various schemes of the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER). Financial Allocation: Rs 2806.82 crore allocated till February 28, 2024,
The economy has evolved from nature-based traditional systems to modern human-centric mechanisms. Despite advancements, the core human aspiration for a healthy and long life remains unchanged. Economic activities, particularly occupations and lifestyles, directly influence the environment and quality of life.
Key Concern: Low Life Expectancy in Assam Life expectancy in Assam: 66 years — lowest among Northeastern states. National average: ~69 years; neighbouring Nagaland: 75+ years. Lag in health outcomes despite ongoing efforts to improve maternal and infant mortality rates.
Assam Cabinet has recently taken significant decisions. Key decisions of Assam Cabinet Boosting income of Annadatas – Cabinet has approved implementation of Additional Support Price (Top Up) over and above MSP for paddy and mustard, w.e.f 1 April 2025-31 March
Sahityarathi Lakshminath Bezbaroa was remembered on his 87th death anniversary observing the day as ‘Sahitya Divas’. Early Life & Education Born: November 1868 on a boat in the Brahmaputra River near Nagaon, Assam. Father: Dinanath Bezbarua, a British government official.
PM POSHAN Scheme Full Name: Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman (PM POSHAN) Scheme Launched by: Ministry of Education, Government of India Duration: 2021-22 to 2025-26 Formerly Known As: National Programme for Mid-Day Meal in Schools Objective: Provide hot cooked nutritious
Key Highlights 23,245 MW hydropower projects are in the pipeline in Northeast India. NHPC is constructing four hydroelectric projects with a total capacity of 5,500 MW in the region. Five additional projects with a capacity of 17,745 MW are proposed.
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