Current Affairs Based on The Assam Tribune
1. A fratricide incident at Gamerimura Police Outpost in Kamrup killed at least how many Assam Police personnel?
A. One
B. Two
C. Four
D. Five
See: Daily Current Affairs 1-2 September 2026
Answer: B
Explanation:
At least two Assam Police personnel were killed and two others injured after a colleague allegedly opened fire at the Gamerimura Police Outpost in Kamrup district. The deceased included the officer-in-charge and a constable. Authorities are investigating the motive behind the late-night shooting.
Such incidents inside police establishments trigger internal inquiries. Outpost-level security and weapon handling protocols usually come under review after fratricide cases.
2. Assam announced two new police battalions dedicated to disaster management and which other duty?
A. Border patrol
B. Oilfield security
C. Cybercrime
D. Traffic management
Answer: B
Explanation:
The state government announced two new Assam Police battalions exclusively for disaster management and oilfield security. The Chief Minister also confirmed that an Anti-Narcotics Task Force would be set up within a month. The force is meant to target drug kingpins and seize their assets.
Specialised battalions are used when regular police units are overstretched. Assam’s oilfields and flood-prone districts both require dedicated security and response capacity.
3. A gunfight during a stolen vehicle chase in which forest area near Guwahati left two suspects dead?
A. Deepor Beel
B. Sonapur forest
C. Amchang forest
D. Garbhanga forest
Answer: B
Explanation:
A pursuit of a stolen vehicle ended in a gunfight in the Sonapur forest area near Guwahati. Two suspected vehicle thieves were killed and a third escaped into the woods. Police recovered pistols and vehicle-theft equipment from the scene.
Sonapur lies on the outskirts of Guwahati along a major highway corridor. Vehicle-theft gangs often use forested stretches to evade chase.
4. Which body withdrew its app-cab strike in Guwahati after government intervention?
A. Assam Taxi Union
B. Online Cab Drivers’ Community of Guwahati
C. All Assam Motor Transport Association
D. Guwahati Auto Mahasangha
Answer: B
Explanation:
The Online Cab Drivers’ Community of Guwahati withdrew its strike after government intervention and notices to ride aggregators. The strike had disrupted app-based transport across the city for days. Commuters faced inconvenience and higher fares on alternative modes.
App-cab strikes usually centre on commissions, incentives and safety issues. Government notices to aggregators are often used to restart services quickly.
5. The Nagaland Assembly unanimously passed which Bill to give special focus to six eastern districts?
A. Eastern Nagaland Development Board Bill
B. Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority Bill, 2026
C. Nagaland Local Bodies Amendment Bill
D. Frontier Areas Autonomy Bill
Answer: B
Explanation:
The Nagaland Legislative Assembly unanimously cleared the Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority Bill, 2026. The law is meant to bridge developmental gaps and ensure accelerated growth in six eastern districts. It gives those districts special administrative focus.
The Bill had earlier been withdrawn and revised after consultations. Eastern Nagaland groups have long sought a distinct development arrangement.
6. Over 30 cultural organisations in Greater Guwahati joined official celebrations marking the birth centenary of whom?
A. Jyoti Prasad Agarwala
B. Bishnu Prasad Rabha
C. Bhupen Hazarika
D. Phani Sarma
Answer: C
Explanation:
Over 30 cultural organisations united with the Directorate of Cultural Affairs for a day-long programme marking the start of Dr Bhupen Hazarika’s birth centenary celebrations. The events were held across Greater Guwahati. Hazarika is regarded as a towering figure in Assamese music and culture.
Birth centenary programmes usually run through the year across the state. His songs remain central to Assam’s cultural identity.
7. Rima Das’ film ‘Not a Hero’ was selected for its Asian premiere at which festival?
A. Tokyo International Film Festival
B. Busan International Film Festival
C. Shanghai International Film Festival
D. Singapore International Film Festival
Answer: B
Explanation:
Assamese filmmaker Rima Das’ film ‘Not a Hero’ was selected for its Asian premiere at the Busan International Film Festival. The screening is scheduled for October 8. The selection adds to the film’s international festival run.
Busan is among Asia’s most important film festivals. Das had earlier won recognition at Melbourne for the same film.
8. NESt Fest 2026, showcasing Northeast youth, music and culture, was held in which city?
A. Guwahati
B. Kolkata
C. Delhi
D. Shillong
Answer: C
Explanation:
NESt Fest 2026 kicked off in Delhi to celebrate the youth, music and cultural heritage of Northeast India. The two-day festival featured a cultural parade, musical performances and a dedicated government pavilion. It sought to present the region’s culture on a national platform.
Delhi-based Northeast festivals are used to increase visibility beyond the region. Government pavilions often showcase tourism, crafts and food.
9. On IIT Guwahati’s foundation day, the Chief Minister announced how many new scholarships?
A. 50
B. 75
C. 100
D. 200
Answer: C
Explanation:
Speaking on IIT Guwahati’s foundation day, the Chief Minister announced 100 new scholarships for students. He also urged the institute to engage more closely with regional challenges. The appeal was for IIT Guwahati to play a larger role in Northeast development.
Foundation-day announcements often combine funding with a policy message. IITs are increasingly asked to work on local infrastructure and disaster problems.
10. The Assam government pledged compensation after landslides in which two Guwahati areas?
A. Zoo Road and Beltola
B. Mathgharia and Satgaon
C. Fancy Bazar and Paltan Bazar
D. Jalukbari and Maligaon
Answer: B
Explanation:
Landslides in Guwahati’s Mathgharia and Satgaon areas claimed multiple lives. The state government pledged immediate financial compensation. The Guwahati Municipal Corporation assured support to rescue teams and relocation of vulnerable hill-dwelling families.
Hill-slope settlements in Guwahati face repeated monsoon landslide risk. Relocation of families on unsafe slopes is a long-pending civic issue.
11. After rainfall of up to 64.4 mm, authorities mapped how many critical flood spots on the Jalukbari–Jorabat stretch?
A. Five
B. Seven
C. Nine
D. Twelve
Answer: B
Explanation:
Moderate rainfall of up to 64.4 mm again waterlogged Guwahati and exposed drainage weaknesses. Authorities mapped seven critical flood spots along the Jalukbari–Jorabat stretch. IIT Guwahati was asked to assess long-term infrastructure solutions.
Guwahati’s east–west corridor floods quickly after short spells of rain. Technical studies are often commissioned after repeated waterlogging.
12. ISRO successfully launched which Earth observation satellite weighing 2,367 kg?
A. EOS-04
B. EOS-05
C. EOS-06
D. EOS-07
Answer: B
Explanation:
ISRO successfully launched the Earth observation satellite EOS-05. The 2,367-kg satellite will undergo orbit-raising manoeuvres before entering its final operational orbit. The Prime Minister praised the mission.
EOS-series satellites support remote sensing, mapping and disaster applications. Orbit-raising is standard after injection into a transfer path.
13. An explosion was reported near the residence of a Congress MLA in which state?
A. Assam
B. Nagaland
C. Manipur
D. Mizoram
Answer: C
Explanation:
An explosion occurred near the residence of a prominent Congress MLA in Manipur. Police suspect an unidentified person hurled an explosive device. No casualties were reported and the area was cordoned off for forensic examination.
Security around political residences remains tight in Manipur. Such incidents usually trigger wider area searches and additional protection.
14. Manipur said 36,000 internally displaced persons have been resettled, while about how many still remain in relief camps?
A. 10,000
B. 16,000
C. 24,000
D. 40,000
Answer: C
Explanation:
The Manipur government said 36,000 internally displaced persons have been resettled in their homes. About 24,000 IDPs still remain in state-run relief camps and are receiving financial assistance. The update reflects partial progress in post-conflict rehabilitation.
Resettlement depends on security conditions in original localities. Relief camps continue where return is not yet considered safe.
15. Nepal appealed for global flood recovery support as the death toll neared how many?
A. 800
B. 1,000
C. 1,300
D. 2,000
Answer: C
Explanation:
Nepal made an urgent appeal for global humanitarian assistance as the death toll from flash floods and landslides neared 1,300. The disaster had already left thousands missing in earlier updates. International support is being sought for rescue and recovery.
Himalayan flash floods can overwhelm national response capacity. Appeals usually cover search operations, medical aid and reconstruction.
16. Which typhoon made its third consecutive landfall on China’s eastern coast?
A. Typhoon Yagi
B. Typhoon Saudel
C. Typhoon Gaemi
D. Typhoon Khanun
Answer: B
Explanation:
Typhoon Saudel made its third consecutive landfall on the eastern coast of China. The storm brought torrential rain and gale-force winds. Massive evacuations were carried out and economic activity was halted in affected coastal belts.
Repeated landfalls can keep a storm dangerous even after weakening. Eastern China frequently faces late-season typhoon impacts.
Daily Current Affairs 3-4 September 2026 | Based on The Assam Tribune