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Assam

Assam is a state in northeastern India. It is known for its rich biodiversity and tea plantations. The Brahmaputra River flows through Assam, providing fertile land. The state has a diverse culture, with various ethnic groups and languages. Assam is famous for its traditional dance forms and festivals. It plays a role in India's economy through agriculture and tourism.

Sarasaeschna dosdewaensis: New Dragonfly Species Found in Assam

A new dragonfly species, Sarasaeschna dosdewaensis, has been recorded from Sribhumi district in Assam. The species is called the Long-tailed Boghawker and was named after Dosdewa, a remote...

 April 24, 2026

Why Government Borrowing Costs Are Rising

Recent bond auctions by state governments have highlighted a puzzling contradiction in India’s macroeconomic landscape. Even as the Reserve Bank of India has reduced its benchmark repo rate...

 February 10, 2026

Data Centres in Assam: A New Era

Recently, the Government of India is making strides in enhancing its digital infrastructure, particularly in the northeastern region. The National Informatics Centre Services Inc. (NICSI) is set to...

 October 25, 2024

Western Hoolock Gibbons: Conservation Challenges

As of 2024, the Western Hoolock gibbon, India's only ape species, faces severe threats to its survival, primarily due to proposed oil exploration activities near the Hollongapar Gibbon...

 October 25, 2024

Citizenship in Assam

Recently, the Supreme Court of India reaffirmed the constitutional validity of Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, 1955, which governs citizenship for migrants in Assam. This ruling has...

 October 23, 2024

Citizenship and the Supreme Court

The recent ruling by the Supreme Court of India on October 17, 2024, has brought attention to the complex issue of citizenship, particularly in Assam. The decision reinforces...

 October 22, 2024

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