Assam's Education Reforms: Better Infrastructure, But Classroom Gaps Persist

Assam’s education reforms show progress, but poor school conditions and staff shortages remain concerns Over the past 13 years, Assam’s education system has undergone significant changes, with improvements in school infrastructure, digital learning, administrative reforms and student welfare programmes especially in Guwahati. From the expansion of electricity and toilet facilities to the introduction of technology-enabled…

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SC Seeks Progress Report on Exam Reforms, Plans NTA Office Visit

  GUWAHATI: The Supreme Court on Friday directed the Centre to file a progress report on the Nandan Nilekani-led high-powered committee examining reforms to strengthen the integrity of competitive examinations. ALSO READ: Assam Begins Talks with ADB on Rapid Rail Transit System for Guwahati A Bench of Justices P S Narasimha and Alok Aradhe directed the…

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Assam Cabinet Approves Land in Nagaon, Kamrup for Industrial Estates, Approves New Business Reforms

  GUWAHATI: The Assam Cabinet has approved the allotment of 1,174 bighas (388 acres) of land in Nagaon and Kamrup Metropolitan districts for the development of industrial estates and a land bank in the state. ALSO READ: Assam Cabinet Approves Land in Nagaon, Kamrup for Industrial Estates, Approves New Business Reforms The land will be allotted…

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Sonam Wangchuk Ends 26-Day Hunger Strike After Centre Assures NEET Reforms

  GUWAHATI: Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk on Friday, July 24, ended his 26-day hunger strike after the Centre gave written assurances to address the NEET paper leak issue, reform the country's examination system, and consider compensation for families of students who died by suicide following the controversy. ALSO READ: Centre to Send Team to Assess Assam…

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