SC Upholds Equality for Assam’s Muster Roll, Work-Charged Staff
The Supreme Court on May 21, 2026, directed the Assam government to regularise muster roll and work-charged employees denied benefits despite a 2005 policy, citing Article 14.
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Assam DHE Issues CAS Promotion Guidelines for Faculty, Librarians
The Directorate of Higher Education, Assam, has released guidelines for Career Advancement Scheme (CAS) promotions from Stage III to Stage IV for college faculty and librarians, aiming to streamline career progression.
Assam Cabinet Mandates Compulsory Registration for Property Pacts
The Assam Cabinet on July 25 approved sweeping reforms, mandating compulsory registration for various property-related documents to enhance transparency and curb fraud in the state.
Assam Cabinet Approves Medical Seat Reservation for Indigenous Communities
The Assam Cabinet has approved a new policy to reserve seats at Pragjyotish Medical College for students from the Moran, Motok, Tai Ahom, and Koch Rajbongshi communities, aiming to boost their representation in medical education. The decision also includes new provisions for orphaned students and relaxed eligibility for Assamese students educated outside the state.
Assam Launches ₹2,000 Crore Rural Employment Mission, Guarantees 125 Man-Days
The Assam Cabinet has approved the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) [VB-G RAM G Act, 2025], effective July 1, 2026, with a ₹2,000 crore budget to provide 125 man-days of direct wage employment.
Assam Cabinet Approves New Ayurvedic Health Service Rules, 2026
The Assam Cabinet on Friday approved the Assam Ayurvedic Health Service Rules, 2026, establishing a structured framework for the recruitment and service conditions of Ayurvedic Medical Officers in the state. This move aims to streamline employment and career progression for practitioners.
Assam Assembly Rejects Gig Worker Welfare Resolution, Cites Centre’s Purview
The Assam Legislative Assembly on Friday rejected a resolution for a dedicated social security framework for gig and platform workers, with Minister Rameswar Teli stating such schemes fall under Central government jurisdiction.
Skill India Mission Expands, Women’s Entrepreneurship Boosted in NE
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has provided an update on the Skill India Mission, emphasizing PMKVY 4.0’s focus on industry-relevant skills and On-the-Job Training. The Swavalambini programme, aimed at fostering women’s entrepreneurship, is expanding in North Eastern States, including Assam.
Assam Prepares Unified Teacher Rules After Education Dept Merger
The Assam government is drafting unified management rules for teachers to simplify administrative procedures, following the 2022 merger of Elementary and Secondary Education departments.
Assam Govt Defends School Mergers, Updates on Teacher Provincialisation
Assam Education Minister Ranoj Pegu defended the state’s school amalgamation policy and provided updates on the provincialisation of 7,380 schools and over 15,000 teachers under the 2017 Act during the Budget Session.