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Updated dailyAssam Floods 2026 — Disaster Management & NDRF Notes for APSC and SLPRB
Pre-monsoon flooding in June 2026 inundated over 12 districts across the Brahmaputra and Barak valleys. Notes on SDRF activation, NDRF deployment, the Flood Management Programme, and Article 21 jurisprudence relevant to APSC GS Paper I and SLPRB General Awareness.
APSC CCE 2026 Official Notification Released — 250 Posts, Dates & Syllabus
The Assam Public Service Commission released the Combined Competitive Exam 2026 notification for 250 Civil Service posts. Prelims scheduled for September 2026. Revised GS syllabus includes a new section on Digital Governance.
SLPRB Assam 2026 — 2,972 Vacancies for Forest Guard, Constable & Forester Posts
The State Level Police Recruitment Board, Assam released a major recruitment notification for 2,972 posts including Forester Grade-I, Forest Guard, Game Watcher, AFPF Constable, Constable (UB), Fireman, and Boatman. Applications were accepted January–February 2026 with no application fee. Physical test and written exam dates expected shortly. Essential reading for SLPRB aspirants — post-wise eligibility, physical standards, and exam pattern explained.
NHM Assam CHO & Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 — Notification & Eligibility
The National Health Mission Assam notified vacancies for Community Health Officers and Staff Nurses under CPHC 2026. Posts reserved under the Asha-incentive cadre. Walk-in interview dates, district-wise vacancies, and essential qualification criteria explained for NHM Assam aspirants.
ADRE 3.0 — Assam Chief Minister Confirms Third Direct Recruitment Drive in June 2026
The Chief Minister of Assam officially announced that the Assam Direct Recruitment Examination (ADRE) 3.0 notification is expected in June 2026, with over 10,000 Grade III and Grade IV vacancies anticipated across state government departments. Conducted by the State Level Recruitment Commission (SLRC), ADRE covers posts for HSLC, HS, and graduate-level candidates. Notes on eligibility, exam pattern, and preparation strategy for ADRE aspirants across Assam.
Union Budget 2026-27: Key Allocations for Northeast India — Exam Notes
The Union Budget 2026-27 earmarked ₹6,200 crore for NE infrastructure under PM-DevINE, increased DONER Ministry outlay by 18%, and announced the Brahmaputra Expressway project. Essential reading for APSC, SSC CGL and UPSC aspirants.
SLPRB Assam Police SI Recruitment 2026 — 500 Posts Notified
The State Level Police Recruitment Board notified 500 Sub-Inspector (Unarmed Branch) vacancies for 2026. Online applications open July 5. Written exam pattern, physical standards, and district-wise vacancies explained.
India's Digital Public Infrastructure 2026 — UPI, ONDC & AI Notes for SSC & Banking
RBI's annual report confirmed UPI processed over 200 billion transactions in FY26. ONDC network crossed 5 million daily orders. These DPI achievements are high-yield current affairs for SSC CGL General Awareness and IBPS PO Financial Awareness sections.
APSC CCE 2026 Official Notification Released — 250 Civil Service Posts, Prelims in September
The Assam Public Service Commission released Advertisement No. 01/2026 on April 10, 2026 for the Combined Competitive Examination 2026, notifying approximately 250 posts including Assam Civil Service (ACS), Assam Police Service (APS), and Block Development Officer (BDO). Applications accepted through apscrecruitment.in. Key syllabus changes include enhanced coverage of Digital Governance in GS Paper I. Preparation strategy and previous year cut-off analysis inside.
Northeast India Climate Targets 2026 — Environment Notes for Competitive Exams
Assam declared its State Climate Action Plan 2026-30, targeting 40% forest cover and zero open burning of crop residue by 2028. Key environment topics for APSC and SSC CGL.
Assam Bamboo Policy 2026 — Economy & Environment GK for APSC
The Assam Cabinet approved a revised Bamboo Industrial Policy 2026 targeting 500 crore in bamboo-sector exports by 2030, with new cluster development in Karbi Anglong. Important for APSC GS Paper III (Economy) and Environmental Studies sections.
Assam–EU Blue Valley Cluster Launched in Guwahati — Fisheries, AYUSH & Industry Notes
The Assam Government and European Union jointly launched the Blue Valley Cluster in Guwahati on June 13, 2026, focusing on sustainable fisheries, aquaculture, Flavours & Fragrance, and AYUSH sectors. An MoU was signed between the Assam Industrial Development Corporation (AIDC) and the Federation of European Businesses in India. The initiative aims to create innovation ecosystems and value chains between Assam and European markets — a notable governance and economy development for APSC GS Paper III.
RRB NTPC 2026 CBT-1 Results Announced — Cut-Off & Next Steps
Railway Recruitment Boards released CBT Stage 1 results for NTPC 2026. Zone-wise cut-offs, document verification schedule, and CBT-2 preparation strategy for Northeast applicants.
IBPS PO 2026 Notification Released — Vacancies, Eligibility & Exam Dates
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection released the Probationary Officer 2026 notification with approximately 4,455 vacancies across 11 public sector banks. Prelim exam scheduled for October 2026. Revised pattern includes a new Data Analysis section in Mains. Complete eligibility and state-wise cutoff trends inside.
Kaziranga National Park — First Scientific Rhino Assessment 2026 Released
Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve released its first peer-reviewed scientific assessment of the Greater One-Horned Rhinoceros population in June 2026, confirming stable growth following conservation measures. The park holds over 70% of the world's one-horned rhino population. Exam-relevant notes on Kaziranga's Sixth Schedule land protections, the park's location across Golaghat and Biswanath districts, and wildlife corridor management for APSC, SLPRB, and all Assam-specific GK sections.
G20 India Presidency Legacy 2026 — International Relations GK for UPSC & APSC
India formally concluded its G20 Presidency legacy projects in April 2026, with the Global South Initiative on Climate Finance and Digital Infrastructure entering implementation phase. Key international relations and foreign policy notes for UPSC General Studies Paper II and APSC GS Paper I.
GST Council 2026 Meeting — Economy & Tax Notes for Banking & SSC Exams
The GST Council rationalised rates on insurance premiums and EV components. Key decisions on the compensation cess sunset and e-invoicing thresholds — high-frequency topic in IBPS PO, SBI PO, and SSC CGL General Awareness.
Assam Tea Industry 2026 — Economy & Assam GK Notes for All Competitive Exams
Assam produced approximately 680 million kg of tea in the 2025–26 season, accounting for over 50% of India's total output. Notes on the Tocklai Tea Research Station, Rajgarh Tea Estate, workers' wage revision, and tea-export geography for APSC, SLPRB, and ADRE Assam GK sections.
Kaziranga Rhino Census 2026 — Population Reaches New High
The 2026 census recorded a new high in one-horned rhino population in Kaziranga National Park. Satellite radio-collar data, flood corridor protection, and anti-poaching outcomes are key environment GK topics for APSC and SLPRB.
SSC CGL 2026 Tier-I Results Declared — Cut-Off & Tier-II Preparation Guide
Staff Selection Commission declared Tier-I results for Combined Graduate Level 2026. Category-wise cut-offs, expected Tier-II date (November 2026), and section-wise strategy for Quantitative Aptitude and English Language included for Northeast applicants.