Category: Polity

Shillong hosted the 14th BIMSTEC SG-AML/CFT Meeting on 20 July 2026, attended by all seven member states. The meeting adopted an Action Plan on Illicit Financial Flows, an MoU on capacity building, and agreed to prepare the AML/CFT Work Plan (2026–2028). The members also decided to operationalise the BIMSTEC AML/CFT Contact Point Network to strengthen … Continue reading Shillong Hosts 14th BIMSTEC AML/CFT Meeting

The Constitution (130th Amendment) Bill, 2025 seeks to ensure that persons subjected to extended detention for serious criminal offences are barred from holding high constitutional posts. The proposed amendment is intended to strengthen ethical standards and public confidence in constitutional offices. The Bill will apply to the Central Government, State Governments, and the National Capital … Continue reading Constitution (130th Amendment) Bill, 2025

Dr. Dibyajyoti Saikia, a human rights activist and motivational speaker from Assam, has been conferred the International Democracy Award 2026 in recognition of his contributions to social service, drug de-addiction, and environmental conservation. The award was presented by the International Human Rights Defenders Foundation (USA) at the Constitution Club of India, New Delhi. Dr. Saikia … Continue reading Dr Dibyajyoti Saikia Receives International Democracy Award 2026

The Falkland Islands sovereignty dispute resurfaced during Argentina's celebrations after reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, when players displayed a banner stating "The Falkland Islands are Argentine." The incident prompted a FIFA review, as its regulations prohibit political messages during sporting events. The sovereignty dispute between Argentina and the United Kingdom dates back over … Continue reading Falkland Islands Dispute Resurfaces at FIFA World Cup 2026

Prashasania Seva Aru Janaswartha: Smritir Keitaman Dukhuria Chabi, a book authored by retired bureaucrat Kanak Chandra Sharma, was released at the Vivekananda Kendra Institute of Culture. The book recounts Sharma's experiences in public administration and his contributions to governance and public service. Kanak Chandra Sharma played a significant role in the establishment of Tezpur University … Continue reading ‘Prashasania Seva Aru Janaswartha’ Released

Local Planning Authority (LPA): Assam has proposed to bring Nabin Nagar in Guwahati under the Local Planning Authority (LPA) to facilitate planned urban development, subject to residents' consent. The initiative aims to address chronic flooding through modern drainage systems, improved road connectivity, and upgraded civic infrastructure. The proposed planning model is based on successful urban … Continue reading Local Planning Authority (LPA)

A study by Chinese geologists has identified an active fault line beneath China's proposed Brahmaputra hydropower project in Tibet, raising concerns about the structural stability of the world's largest planned hydropower project. The project is located close to the India–China border near Arunachal Pradesh, making it strategically significant for downstream regions. The researchers warned that … Continue reading Safety Concerns Over China’s Brahmaputra Hydropower Project

The Assam Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026 proposes amendments to provisions relating to town and country planning and land reclassification. The Bill aims to simplify regulatory procedures and improve the ease of governance. The Bill also proposes transferring the licensing authority for cinema halls and multiplexes from the State Government to the respective … Continue reading Assam Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026

Meghalaya is planning to introduce a mandatory tourist registration mechanism to enhance security and improve monitoring of visitor movement across the state. Under the proposed system, tourists will be required to register at designated verification centres, where officials will verify their identity, supporting documents, and the purpose of their visit before entry. The first registration … Continue reading Meghalaya to Introduce Tourist Registration Mechanism

India and Indonesia have agreed to jointly develop Sabang Port, strengthening India's maritime presence in the eastern Indian Ocean and advancing its Indo-Pacific strategy. Located at the northern entrance to the Strait of Malacca, the port occupies a strategic position along one of the world's busiest sea lanes and lies about 160 km from Great … Continue reading Sabang Port

Assam shares a 267.5-km international border with Bangladesh across Dhubri, South Salmara-Mankachar, Cachar, and Sribhumi districts, of which 228.541 km has been secured with barbed-wire fencing. The remaining unfenced stretches include 4.35 km along the Kushiyara River in Sribhumi due to objections from Border Guard Bangladesh, and 34.609 km of riverine border. The Border Security … Continue reading Assam–Bangladesh Border Fencing

Assam has decided to introduce Hindi as an official language for conducting proceedings in the Assam Legislative Assembly from the Budget Session beginning 6 July. With this decision, Hindi joins Assamese, English, and Bodo as the four official languages permitted for House business. This marks the first time that Hindi has been accorded official status … Continue reading Hindi in Assam Legislative Assembly

Nagaland is strengthening ties with Japan as Kumagai Farms and Hagumi Farms, two SMEs from Kochi Prefecture, have expressed interest in signing MoUs with Nagaland University for human resource development and knowledge exchange. Since 2022, ARMS Corporation has operated a branch office in Nagaland, providing Japanese-language training and facilitating employment opportunities for local youth in … Continue reading Nagaland–Japan Collaboration

Uttarakhand, Gujarat, and Assam have adopted state-level Uniform Civil Code (UCC) frameworks with broadly similar provisions. Common features include uniform civil laws across religions in matters of marriage, divorce, and succession, along with mandatory registration of marriages. The frameworks prohibit polygamy/bigamy, promote monogamy, and ensure equal inheritance rights for sons and daughters. Scheduled Tribes remain … Continue reading Uniform Civil Code (UCC): Common Features of Assam and Gujarat

Assam has emerged as one of India's top-performing states in implementing the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam. Two years after their enforcement on 1 July 2024, Assam ranks among the top five performers alongside Haryana, Goa, Punjab, and Chandigarh. The achievement reflects the state's adoption of digital technologies and … Continue reading Assam & New Criminal Laws

Assam has inaugurated UV Rezolve, the first exclusive Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Centre in Northeast India, at Christianbasti. It was inaugurated by Ujjal Bhuyan. Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) includes mechanisms such as mediation, arbitration, and conciliation to settle disputes outside regular courts. The centre aims to provide faster, cost-effective, and accessible dispute resolution while reducing … Continue reading UV Rezolve

The Hamburg Sustainability Conference is a global multi-stakeholder platform that promotes international cooperation to accelerate the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Established in 2024, the conference brings together governments, businesses, international organisations, academia, and civil society to build practical partnerships between the Global North and the Global South. The 2026 edition, the … Continue reading Hamburg Sustainability Conference (HSC)

Mahrang Baloch, founder and leader of the Baloch Yakjehti Committee, has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for the second time. She is a prominent human rights campaigner advocating against alleged enforced disappearances, extrajudicial killings, and other human rights violations in Balochistan. The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) is a civil society organisation that campaigns … Continue reading Mahrang Baloch

According to the Narcotics Control Bureau Annual Report 2025, the Golden Triangle has overtaken the Golden Crescent as India's primary narcotics challenge. The Golden Triangle comprises Myanmar, Laos, and Thailand, while the Golden Crescent includes Afghanistan, Iran, and Pakistan. Illicit opium cultivation in Myanmar increased by about 56% between 2021 and 2023, while cultivation in … Continue reading Golden Triangle and India’s Narcotics Challenge

Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has been included in the Class 9 Social Science textbook published by the National Council of Educational Research and Training. The textbook describes SIR as a comprehensive exercise to ensure that every eligible citizen is included in the electoral roll while removing ineligible entries, thereby improving the accuracy … Continue reading Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Electoral Rolls in NCERT

After Assam, Rajasthan has constituted a high-level committee to prepare the draft of the Rajasthan Uniform Civil Code (UCC), 2026. The proposed framework includes mandatory registration of marriages and divorces, a complete ban on polygamy, mandatory registration of live-in relationships, and equal inheritance rights for sons and daughters in ancestral property. The committee will conduct … Continue reading Rajasthan Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Committee

For the first time since the 1975–77 Emergency, National Council of Educational Research and Training has introduced a dedicated chapter on the Emergency in the Class 9 Social Science textbook, Understanding Society: India and Beyond (Part 1). The inclusion is part of curriculum reforms under the National Education Policy 2020. The chapter describes the Emergency … Continue reading Emergency (1975–77) in NCERT Curriculum

The Right to Walk has been recognized as a fundamental right, affirming that citizens are entitled to safe, accessible, and unobstructed pedestrian infrastructure. The ruling emphasizes that footpaths and walkways are not optional amenities but essential components of public roads. It places a corresponding duty on governments and local authorities to construct, maintain, and protect … Continue reading Right to Walk

NITI Aayog has recognised Tripura for successfully establishing the Tripura Institution for Transformation (TIFT) under the State Support Mission (SSM) within the stipulated timeframe. As a reward for its achievement, the state received an incentive grant of ₹1 crore to undertake approved developmental projects. Owing to its growing national profile, Tripura was selected to host … Continue reading Tripura Institution for Transformation (TIFT)

The Budget Session of the 16th Assam Legislative Assembly will be held from 6 July to 31 July 2026. The House will observe a brief recess from 16 July to 21 July, during which Departmentally Related Standing Committees (DRSCs) will scrutinize departmental demands for grants. DRSCs are specialized legislative committees that examine the policies, budgets, … Continue reading Budget Session of the 16th Assam Legislative Assembly

The Kanchan Devi Committee is a Supreme Court-appointed expert panel constituted on 25 May 2026 to review earlier judicial directions related to the protection and classification of the Aravalli Range. The committee has been tasked with examining the existing framework for Aravalli conservation and recommending measures for environmental protection, forest demarcation, and sustainable land-use management. … Continue reading Kanchan Devi Committee

The district administration of Jorhat, in collaboration with the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department and municipal bodies of Jorhat, Teok, Mariani, and Titabar, has initiated the establishment of four dog shelter homes across the district. The move follows a landmark Supreme Court of India judgment (May 2026), which directed that stray dogs be permanently removed … Continue reading Stray Dog Shelter Homes in Jorhat

The Government of West Bengal has announced the revival of the **Eastern Frontier Rifles (EFR), with plans to recruit more than 1,000 Gorkha youths into the force. The EFR is a historic armed police force known for the contribution of Gorkha personnel in maintaining security and supporting national defence. The announcement seeks to strengthen the … Continue reading Eastern Frontier Rifles (EFR) Revival

The Nationalist Citizens Party of India, a little-known political party from Tripura, has come into the national spotlight after a rebel faction of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), comprising 20 Lok Sabha MPs, announced its merger with the party. The NCPI had contested four seats in the 2023 Tripura Assembly elections with the slogan “Reject political … Continue reading Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI)

From Guerrilla Fighter to Chief Minister is the political memoir of Zoramthanga, a three-time Chief Minister and long-time leader of the Mizo National Front. Published by Penguin Random House India, the book traces his journey from an underground fighter during the Mizo insurgency to a democratic political leader. It provides insights into the Mizo movement, … Continue reading From Guerrilla Fighter to Chief Minister

The BRICS countries adopted the Indore Declaration at the conclusion of a five-day meeting held under India's presidency, reaffirming their commitment to deeper agricultural cooperation. The declaration announced new collaborative initiatives, including the establishment of a forum to protect farmers' rights in seed systems. India will coordinate several of the newly created institutional mechanisms. Member … Continue reading Indore Declaration of BRICS Agriculture Ministers

The Union Government has announced its objective of withdrawing the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) from most parts of Northeast India by next year, noting that nearly 80% of the region is already free from the Act. Under Section 3 of AFSPA, 1958, an area may be declared a “disturbed area” by the Central … Continue reading Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA)

Dhruva Jyoti Dutta has been awarded the Shaurya Chakra, India's third-highest peacetime gallantry award, by President Droupadi Murmu for his exceptional bravery during an operation in Manipur. During an ambush, despite sustaining a bullet injury, Dutta displayed remarkable courage and determination, continuing the operation and successfully rescuing eight fellow soldiers, thereby preventing further casualties. His … Continue reading Dhruva Jyoti Dutta Awarded Shaurya Chakra

Manipur has inaugurated its first exclusive Special Court of the National Investigation Agency (NIA), marking a significant step in strengthening the state's justice delivery system. The establishment of the dedicated court is expected to enhance the judicial framework for handling NIA-related cases, ensure faster trials and improve access to justice. Special NIA Courts are designated … Continue reading First Exclusive NIA Special Court Inaugurated in Manipur

The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) has directed the Assam Government to promote IFS officer K.S.P.V. Pavan Kumar to the post of Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF), Wildlife with retrospective effect from January 1, 2024, and has set aside the appointment of another officer to the same position. The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) is a … Continue reading Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) and Assam Forest Service Promotion Case

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is expected to visit Assam during her proposed visit to India, highlighting the growing strategic importance of the Northeast in India–Japan relations. The visit is likely to include discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on expanding cooperation in areas such as security, economic engagement, technology and regional connectivity. The discussions … Continue reading Japan–India Joint Vision and Proposed Visit to Assam

The Line of Amity, a concept proposed by strategic analyst Jaideep Saikia, advocates a stable and mutually respected frontier to reduce tensions and promote long-term peace along the India–China border. The concept has gained relevance amid China's evolving strategy along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), where legal measures such as the Land Border Law, … Continue reading Line of Amity and China’s Border Strategy

The India–Nepal border dispute is a long-standing territorial issue primarily involving the Kalapani–Limpiyadhura–Lipulekh region in the western sector and Susta in the eastern sector. These areas remain points of disagreement regarding boundary demarcation between the two countries. Recently, Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah sparked political debate in Nepal by suggesting that Nepal had also encroached upon … Continue reading India–Nepal Border Dispute

The Centre has ordered the deployment of two battalions of Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) in Manipur for operational duties. Raised by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in 2008–09, CoBRA was created to tackle Left Wing Extremism and insurgency. The force currently comprises 10 battalions, each with around 1,000 highly trained commandos specializing … Continue reading CoBRA Battalions Deployed in Manipur

Sikkim Police received the prestigious President’s Police Colour from Droupadi Murmu at Paljor Stadium. Also known as the Nishaan, the President’s Police Colour is the highest ceremonial honour awarded to a State or Central police force for exceptional service, bravery and professionalism. With this recognition, Sikkim became the 15th state in India and the third … Continue reading President’s Police Colour Conferred on Sikkim Police

Under the Assam Uniform Civil Code Bill 2026, members of Scheduled Tribes are exempted from the provisions of the Code. The exemption is based on Article 366(25), which defines Scheduled Tribes, read with Article 342 of the Constitution of India, which empowers the President to specify Scheduled Tribes for each State and Union Territory. The … Continue reading Article 366(25) and Article 342 Safeguard Scheduled Tribes from Assam UCC

Assam will conduct Phase-I of Census 2027 from August 17 to September 15, 2026, while the self-enumeration facility through the official census portal will be available from August 2 to August 16. To ensure smooth implementation, the Directorate of Census Operations, Assam has appointed two national trainers, 59 master trainers and 1,109 field trainers for … Continue reading Census 2027 Phase-I to Begin in Assam from August 17

The National Diet Building in Nagatacho, Tokyo, recently became the site of large-scale demonstrations against proposals for constitutional revision and expansion of Japan’s military role. Completed in 1936, the 65-metre-tall neoclassical structure houses Japan’s bicameral legislature—the House of Representatives and the House of Councillors—and serves as the centre of the country’s legislative authority. Protesters expressed … Continue reading National Diet Building and Protests in Japan

Himanta Biswa Sarma stated that Assam has been witnessing demographic changes for a long time and welcomed the Centre’s decision to constitute a high-level committee to study the issue nationwide. Amit Shah announced that the committee, headed by retired Supreme Court judge Justice Prakash Prabhakar Naolekar, will examine demographic changes across India arising from “illegal … Continue reading Demographic Change Committee Announced by the Centre

Madhya Pradesh has already adopted a resolution supporting one-third reservation for women in Parliament and State Legislative Assemblies. Following this, Ajanta Neog tabled a similar resolution in the Assam Legislative Assembly seeking implementation of women’s reservation after completion of the delimitation exercise. The resolution highlighted that increased political participation and adequate representation of women are … Continue reading Madhya Pradesh and Women’s Reservation Resolution

The Assam Uniform Civil Code Bill 2026 is a 153-page legislation divided into four parts dealing with Marriage and Divorce, Succession, Live-in Relationships and Miscellaneous provisions. Under the section on live-in relationships, the Bill makes registration compulsory for partners residing within Assam, irrespective of whether they are permanent residents of the state. Residents of Assam … Continue reading Live-in Relationship Provisions in the Assam UCC Bill 2026

Italy’s Mattei Plan, launched by Giorgia Meloni, is a strategic foreign policy initiative aimed at reshaping Italy’s engagement with Africa through sustainable development, energy cooperation and economic partnerships. Backed by an initial funding of €5.5 billion, the plan seeks to strengthen energy security and address the root economic causes of irregular migration by promoting infrastructure, … Continue reading Mattei Plan and India–Italy Cooperation in Africa

Suvendu Adhikari announced a proposed mechanism under which infiltrators detained by State police would be handed over directly to the Border Security Force for deportation. Describing it as part of a broader “detect, delete and deport” framework, he stated that communities covered under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019 would remain outside the ambit of the … Continue reading “Detect, Delete and Deport” Mechanism in West Bengal

The proposed Institute for Transforming Arunachal Pradesh (ITA) is being developed through collaboration between the Arunachal Pradesh government and NITI Aayog. The institute is envisioned as a state-level policy think tank designed to support evidence-based policymaking and long-term development planning suited to Arunachal Pradesh’s unique geographical, cultural and economic conditions. ITA is expected to assist … Continue reading Institute for Transforming Arunachal Pradesh (ITA)

Military personnel from several countries assembled at the Umroi Military Station for the multinational military exercise PRAGATI 2026. The exercise includes participation from armed forces of Bhutan, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Seychelles, Sri Lanka and Vietnam. The primary objective of the exercise is to strengthen military-to-military cooperation, enhance professional engagement and … Continue reading PRAGATI 2026 – Multinational Military Exercise in Meghalaya

A privilege notice was moved in the Rajya Sabha by the Congress Chief Whip against Dharmendra Pradhan. A Privilege Notice is a parliamentary mechanism used by Members of Parliament to raise issues involving breach of the privileges, rights or immunities of the House, its committees or individual members. Any act that obstructs, insults or undermines … Continue reading Privilege Notice – Parliamentary Safeguard Mechanism

Gloria Gangte was appointed as India’s new Ambassador to the Kingdom of Norway. A 2000-batch Indian Foreign Service officer, she earlier served as India’s High Commissioner to Malta. Her appointment comes at a time when India is strengthening diplomatic engagement with Nordic countries in areas such as clean energy, technology cooperation and Arctic research. Norway … Continue reading Gloria Gangte – India’s Ambassador to Norway

Investigations by the Narcotics Control Bureau revealed that narcotics consignments from Myanmar were trafficked into India through the Mizoram–Manipur–Assam corridor, exposing the strategic use of Northeast India in cross-border drug networks. Assam, particularly the Barak Valley region, reportedly functioned as a major logistics and distribution hub for methamphetamine and heroin moving deeper into India and … Continue reading Route Through Northeast – Narcotics Trafficking Network

Nepal established, for the first time, a ministry explicitly recognising gender and sexual minorities as part of its administrative restructuring under Prime Minister Balendra Shah. The ministry’s mandate includes protection, empowerment and development of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex and Queer (LGBTIQ) communities along with support for Dalits, marginalised groups and backward regions. The move … Continue reading Nepal – Ministry for Gender and Sexual Minorities

Uttarakhand, Goa and Gujarat have already moved towards implementation of Uniform Civil Code frameworks, with provisions customised according to state requirements. Goa continues to follow the Portuguese Civil Code of 1867, often cited as India’s longstanding example of a uniform civil system. In Assam, the cabinet approved a draft UCC Bill in May 2026, scheduled … Continue reading Uniform Civil Code (UCC) – State-Level Developments

Parthivjyoti Saikia recused himself from hearing the bail application of Shyamkanu Mahanta, an accused in the Zubeen Garg death case. Earlier, the special court rejected the bail plea after considering the accused a “flight risk.” In legal terms, a flight risk refers to a person who is likely to abscond, evade investigation or leave the … Continue reading Flight Risk – Consideration in Bail Decisions