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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced during his visit to Bokakhat that the state government plans to request the Central government within two months to reduce the eco-sensitive zone (ESZ) surrounding Kaziranga National Park from the current 10-kilometre default limit to 1 kilometre. The proposed change aims to ease restrictions in the area.

Rabindranath Thakur Vishwavidyalaya (RTV) Hojai in Assam is inviting applications from eligible candidates for the recruitment of Contractual Teachers in 2026. The available post is for one Contractual Teacher.

Further details on qualifications and application procedures have not been provided in this announcement.

Heavy rainfall on Saturday morning caused landslides at five locations in the Burhapahar area of Kaliabor, Nagaon district, Assam, leading to disruptions on a major national highway. The continuous rain resulted in mud and rocks falling onto the roadway at multiple points, partially obstructing traffic and making passage difficult for vehicles.

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the recruitment of 34 vacancies for various government departments in 2026. Applications are invited from eligible candidates for the post of Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) in the Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships, among others.

Purchasing life insurance represents one of the most significant financial decisions an individual can make, yet selecting the appropriate policy can be challenging. Many first-time buyers face difficulty choosing between term insurance and traditional insurance plans, as both provide financial protection through different approaches. While term insurance primarily aims to secure your family’s financial future, traditional plans combine insurance with additional benefits. This guide aims to aid first-time buyers in understanding the distinctions between these options.

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Imphal: Rare 8mm film reels from 1930s Manipur, which provide early documentation of local life, are being sent to Italy for professional restoration and digitisation. This project is a collaboration between the SN Chand Cine Archive & Museum (SNCCAM) and the Home Movies Foundation in Bologna, Italy. The initiative aims to preserve endangered footage filmed by pioneers Maharaj Kumar.

The North Eastern Indira Gandhi Regional Institute of Health & Medical Sciences (NEIGRIHMS) in Meghalaya has invited applications for multiple technical positions in 2026. Eligible candidates may apply for Project Personnel roles related to the project titled “Efficacy, Safety and Tolerability of Ayurveda.”

The announcement emphasises recruitment to scientific posts at NEIGRIHMS, providing opportunities within the region.

Assam Environment and Forest Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah inaugurated the newly constructed Kalamati Wildlife Range Office at Sonai Rupai Wildlife Sanctuary in Sonitpur on August 7. The new office is expected to enhance field-level forest administration and strengthen wildlife protection and management efforts within the sanctuary. Sonai Rupai Wildlife Sanctuary is a significant biodiversity-rich area.

A 54-year-old man drowned while collecting aquatic flowers from a pond in Takyel Kolom Leikai, Imphal West, on Friday morning. The incident occurred around 9 am when Wakongthem Jateshwor, a resident of Solband Takyel Kolom Leikai, entered the pond.

Separately, a landslide struck Ukhrul town at midnight, injuring four children. Among them, a nine-year-old child was reported to be critically hurt.

Rajiv Gandhi University in Arunachal Pradesh has announced recruitment for various teaching positions in 2026. The university is specifically inviting applications for the post of Teaching Assistant in the Department of Chemistry. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply for these teaching assistant roles at Rajiv Gandhi University in 2026.