Cong questions Assam Govt’s borrowing spree
Assam Congress President Bhupen Borah highlighted this during a press briefing, questioning the fiscal management of the state and demanding transparency on how these funds are being allocated.
Assam Congress President Bhupen Borah highlighted this during a press briefing, questioning the fiscal management of the state and demanding transparency on how these funds are being allocated.
The petitioners allege a "wilful violation" of the court’s directive from September 17, 2024, which mandated a nationwide halt on demolitions unless cleared by the court.
Since the 13th Finance Commission, Assam has seen a steady reduction in its share, which Sarma attributed to lower taxes on petroleum products and liquor in neighboring states, causing a significant revenue loss for Assam.
The Assam government, led by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, has announced its decision to implement the majority of recommendations from a committee report on Clause 6 of the Assam Accord.
The MoU was signed by Assam's higher education secretary Madhu Sudan Nath and Visva-Bharati's registrar Ashok Kumar Mahato, in the presence of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma here.
The Assam Official Language (Amendment) Bill, 2024, was introduced in the state assembly on Thursday by Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pijush Hazarika, representing Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who also oversees the Home and Political department.
According to Sarma, this achievement brings the state within 1% of its ambitious target of providing 1 lakh corruption-free government jobs.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated that the initiative will span various sectors, including law enforcement, education, and administrative services.
This announcement was made by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday.
Akhil Gogoi, a prominent peasant leader and key figure in the CAA protests in Assam, has likened the Act to a historical assault on the Assamese community, akin to Mughal invasions.
