Assam Govt Cuts Promotion Period to Three Years
The Assam government has reduced the qualifying service period for employee promotions from four years to three years, aiming to expedite career advancement for its workforce.
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Assam to Reserve Government Jobs for State-Born Individuals
Assam is set to introduce a new domicile policy, making only those born in the state eligible for government jobs, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced. The move aims to prioritize indigenous rights and ensure transparency in recruitment.
Assam Govt Hikes DA/DR by 2% to 60% for 8 Lakh Beneficiaries
The Assam Government has officially notified a two per cent increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) for over eight lakh state government employees and pensioners, raising the rate from 58 per cent to 60 per cent. The revised rates will be paid with the June 2026 salary and pension, disbursed in July 2026.
Assam Cabinet Expansion Expected After June 3, Cites Governor’s Tour
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that the state Cabinet expansion is likely to take place only after June 3, 2026, due to Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya’s official engagements.