The Science of Earthquakes: Understanding Causes, Impacts, and Preparedness
Introduction Earthquakes, one of nature’s most destructive phenomena, are sudden and violent shakes of the Earth’s surface caused by the release of energy from within the Earth’s crust. These seismic events can lead to widespread destruction, loss of life, and displacement of communities within seconds. The recent earthquake in Tibet on January 7, 2025, measuring […]
Advantage Assam 2.0: A Catalyst for Economic Transformation and Investment
Introduction The Government of Assam’s initiative to host “Advantage Assam 2.0 – Investment and Infrastructure Summit 2025” on February 25-26, 2025, in Guwahati represents a significant endeavor to showcase the state’s potential as a major investment destination. This global investors’ summit aims to redefine the industrial policy landscape of Assam and capitalize on its strategic […]
The Global Crisis of Forest Fires
Introduction Crisis of forest fires, once an integral component of certain ecosystems’ natural cycles, have evolved into a global crisis with far-reaching consequences. This blog examines the current state of forest fires worldwide, with a particular focus on recent events in India and the United States. It explores the causes, impacts, and potential mitigation strategies […]
Assam State Finance Commission
State government appoints chairman, members of Seventh Assam State Finance Commission About State Finance Commission The Finance Commission has been constituted by the Governor of Assam, on 23rd June, 1995, to review the financial position of the Local Bodies namely the Panchayats and Municipalities and put forward to the Government the recommendations relating to the […]
Bodo Accord and Bodoland Territorial Region
Current News The Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) has introduced a comprehensive Vision Document aimed at fostering peace, development, and cultural preservation within the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR). About Bodoland Territorial Region Bodoland or BTR (previously known as BTAD) is an independent territory in Assam, Northeast India, formerly known as the Bodoland Territorial territory. It consists […]