Monday, 13 April 2026
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Assam Government Launches 'Swanirbhar Nari' Scheme for Women Entrepreneurs
The Assam government unveiled the 'Swanirbhar Nari' (Self-Reliant Women) scheme, providing collateral-free loans up to ₹5 lakh to women entrepreneurs in rural areas. The scheme aims to benefit 50,000 women across all 35 districts within the first year. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that self-help groups (SHGs) will serve as the primary implementation channel.
Source: The Assam Tribune, 13 April 2026
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UnlockIndia Launches PSLV-C62 Carrying Earth Observation Satellite EOS-09
ISRO successfully launched the PSLV-C62 mission from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, carrying the EOS-09 earth observation satellite. The satellite will provide high-resolution imagery for agricultural monitoring, disaster management, and border surveillance. This was ISRO's 63rd PSLV mission.
Source: ISRO Press Release / The Hindu, 13 April 2026
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UnlockAssam Sets New Record in Tea Production for 2025-26
Assam's tea industry recorded a production of 715 million kg for the 2025-26 season, surpassing the previous record. The state accounts for approximately 52% of India's total tea output. The Tea Research Association (TRA) attributed the increase to better rainfall and improved pest management practices. Dibrugarh and Jorhat remain the top tea-producing districts.
Source: Assam Tea Board / The Sentinel, 13 April 2026
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