Current Affairs Based on The Assam Tribune
1. The Supreme Court halted Assam’s appointment or absorption of teachers under which scheme?
A. TET regularisation scheme
B. Provincialisation scheme
C. Contract-to-permanent scheme
D. SSA absorption scheme
See: Daily Current Affairs 5-7 September 2026
Answer: B
Explanation:
The Supreme Court ordered Assam to immediately halt the appointment or absorption of teachers and staff under the provincialisation scheme. A three-judge bench led by the Chief Justice acted on a PIL. The petition argued that the scheme allowed entry into government service without a fair, transparent and competitive process.
Provincialisation has long been used to bring venture and provincialised institutions under government pay. Court scrutiny often focuses on whether recruitment norms were followed.
2. The Assam Cabinet approved a Green Cess on which category of units?
A. Tea estates only
B. Polluting industrial sectors
C. Commercial vehicles only
D. Urban households
Answer: B
Explanation:
The Assam Cabinet approved a Green Cess targeting polluting industrial sectors. Revenue from the cess will fund eco-friendly initiatives and sustainable development projects. The measure links industrial pollution with dedicated environmental spending.
Green cesses are used by some states to raise earmarked funds for conservation. Effectiveness depends on collection and transparent use of proceeds.
3. Manipur decided to adopt which year as the base year for NRC?
A. 1951
B. 1961
C. 1971
D. 1985
Answer: A
Explanation:
The Manipur government decided to adopt 1951 as the base year for implementing the National Register of Citizens. It plans to approach the Centre for formal approval. The move follows a long-standing local demand for citizenship verification.
Base year choice is the most sensitive part of any NRC exercise. Assam’s NRC used a different cut-off linked to 1971.
4. Sikkim’s electoral roll shrank by what percentage after the Special Electoral Roll revision?
A. 1.42%
B. 2.42%
C. 3.42%
D. 5.42%
Answer: C
Explanation:
After an intensive revision, Sikkim’s official electoral roll shrank by 3.42%. The process led to the exclusion of 54,209 names. The Special Electoral Roll exercise tightened eligibility checks.
Smaller states often see sharp percentage changes when large numbers are deleted. Roll revision is a recurring Election Commission process.
5. The Supreme Court directed Assam to operationalise how many exclusive NIA courts within four weeks?
A. One
B. Two
C. Three
D. Four
Answer: B
Explanation:
The Supreme Court directed Assam to operationalise two exclusive NIA courts within four weeks. The court stressed the need to strengthen judicial infrastructure for serious cases. The aim is to expedite prolonged trials.
Dedicated NIA courts handle scheduled offences investigated by the agency. Separate courts are meant to reduce delay in terror and organised-crime trials.
6. AASU extended Dr Bhupen Hazarika’s birth centenary celebrations till which date?
A. October 5
B. October 15
C. November 5
D. December 5
Answer: C
Explanation:
The All Assam Students’ Union announced that Bhupen Hazarika’s birth centenary celebrations would continue till November 5. Cultural programmes are being organised along with plans for a dedicated museum. The aim is to take his legacy to younger generations.
Hazarika’s centenary has been marked by multiple state and civil-society events. Museums and archives are often proposed during such commemorations.
7. Oxford’s Pitt Rivers Museum agreed to return ancestral remains of how many Nagas?
A. 19
B. 29
C. 39
D. 49
Answer: C
Explanation:
Oxford University’s Pitt Rivers Museum agreed to return the ancestral remains of 39 Nagas to their homeland. The decision followed dialogue between Naga cultural organisations and the museum. The repatriation is seen as restoring dignity to indigenous heritage.
Museums in Europe have faced growing demands to return human remains. Community-led talks are usually the basis for such transfers.
8. The Vice-President digitally laid foundation stones for Meghalaya projects worth how much?
A. ₹510 crore
B. ₹710 crore
C. ₹1,010 crore
D. ₹1,510 crore
Answer: C
Explanation:
The Vice-President digitally laid foundation stones for developmental projects in Meghalaya worth ₹1,010 crore. Key works include rural road upgrades, a maternity hospital in Nongstoin and an AYUSH facility in Shillong. The projects are aimed at inclusive regional growth.
Digital foundation-stone events are now common during official tours. Health and rural roads are priority sectors in hill states.
9. The proposed 55-MW Kulsi dam is feared to threaten about how many endangered river dolphins?
A. 10
B. 20
C. 40
D. 55
Answer: B
Explanation:
Environmentalists warned that the proposed 55-MW Kulsi dam in Assam could threaten about 20 endangered river dolphins. The concern is that dam construction would affect their habitat. The project has therefore drawn ecological opposition.
The Gangetic river dolphin is India’s national aquatic animal. Dam and barrage projects on tributaries are closely watched for habitat fragmentation.
10. Assam withdrew an incomplete notification related to which Kaziranga animal corridor?
A. Kanchanjuri
B. Panbari
C. Amguri
D. Haldibari
Answer: B
Explanation:
The Assam government withdrew an incomplete notification on the Panbari animal corridor of Kaziranga National Park from its official portal. The omission had raised fears of unchecked mining and construction. Public and environmental scrutiny prompted the withdrawal.
Kaziranga corridors are vital for animal movement, especially during floods. Notification of corridors has been under court and committee watch.
11. After talks in Beijing, Indian and Chinese commanders jointly reviewed the LAC situation in which state?
A. Sikkim
B. Ladakh
C. Arunachal Pradesh
D. Uttarakhand
Answer: C
Explanation:
Senior commanders of the Indian and Chinese armies conducted a joint review of security and troop deployments along the LAC in Arunachal Pradesh. The review followed high-level bilateral talks in Beijing. The focus was on the ground situation and force posture.
Commander-level reviews are part of border management after diplomatic talks. Arunachal Pradesh remains a sensitive sector of the LAC.
12. India’s Defence Minister visited which country to deepen maritime defence cooperation?
A. Maldives
B. Mauritius
C. Sri Lanka
D. Seychelles
Answer: C
Explanation:
India’s Defence Minister left for a strategic visit to Sri Lanka. The engagement aims to deepen bilateral maritime defence cooperation. It is also meant to reinforce security frameworks in the Indian Ocean.
India–Sri Lanka defence ties cover maritime security, training and port visits. The Indian Ocean remains central to both countries’ security outlook.
13. India defeated South Korea 7-3 in the AHF Junior Asia Cup after a brace from which captain?
A. Abhishek
B. Anmol Ekka
C. Shivam Anand
D. Dilpreet Singh
Answer: B
Explanation:
The Indian men’s junior hockey team beat South Korea 7-3 to stay on top of Pool A in the AHF Junior Asia Cup. Captain Anmol Ekka scored a brace. A three-goal burst in the final quarter strengthened India’s semi-final prospects.
India entered the tournament as a title contender. Junior Asia Cup performances often feed into senior national selection.
14. Amitabh Bachchan publicly praised which generation for seizing immediate career opportunities?
A. Generation X
B. Millennials
C. Generation Z
D. Generation Alpha
Answer: C
Explanation:
Veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan praised Generation Z for a pragmatic approach to life and careers. He commended young people for taking immediate opportunities instead of waiting for perfect conditions. The remarks added a cultural note to ongoing debates on youth and work.
Public figures often comment on changing career attitudes among the young. Gen Z is widely associated with flexibility and faster job movement.
Daily Current Affairs 8-9 September 2026 | Based on The Assam Tribune