In a decisive move to combat illegal immigration, the Assam government has announced that only District Commissioners (DCs) will be authorized to issue Aadhaar cards to adults, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma confirmed following a recent cabinet meeting. The policy aims to prevent undocumented immigrants—particularly from Bangladesh—from obtaining Aadhaar cards and misusing them to access…
Fresh unrest erupted along the Assam-Meghalaya border on June 25, after a mob of over 400 villagers from Meghalaya’s West Jaiñtia Hills, backed by student unions and civil society groups, stormed a Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) plantation site in the disputed Block I area. The protesters dismantled wooden sheds, uprooted hundreds of red sandalwood…
The Arunachal Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) has strongly criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) observance of ‘Black Day’ on June 25, calling it a “theatrical display of hypocrisy” aimed at diverting attention from what it described as an “undeclared emergency” under the current regime. “Real Black Day Is Happening Now”: APCC President In a scathing…
In a startling revelation before the Supreme Court, the Union Government has alleged that a man from Arunachal Pradesh attempted to fraudulently claim ₹210 crore in compensation by forging powers of attorney for 102 landowners whose properties were acquired for defense infrastructure near the India-China border. Centre Flags Massive Compensation Fraud The accused, identified as…
In a significant crackdown on illegal arms trafficking, Manipur Police have dismantled an inter-state arms smuggling syndicate, arresting four individuals and seizing a large cache of sophisticated firearms and ammunition. The operation, conducted in the Greater Imphal area on June 24, is part of an intensified campaign to neutralize insurgent and criminal networks operating across…
In a landmark move aimed at supporting grieving families, the Assam government has officially launched the ‘Shraddhanjali’ scheme, a state-funded initiative to ensure the dignified repatriation of mortal remains of Assamese residents who pass away while working or studying outside the state. The scheme, approved by the Assam Cabinet and set to be implemented from…
The sacred Ambubachi Mahayog commenced on Sunday at the revered Kamakhya Temple atop Nilachal Hills in Guwahati, marking the start of one of India’s most spiritually significant festivals. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma extended a warm welcome to pilgrims and spiritual leaders from across the country, calling the event a celebration of Maa Kamakhya’s…
In a landmark move aimed at promoting inclusive development, the Assam Cabinet has approved the formation of a Rabha Development Council to serve Rabha communities residing outside the Rabha Hasong Autonomous Council (RHAC) jurisdiction. The decision, announced by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma following a Cabinet meeting on Sunday, is designed to address the socio-economic,…
The National Highways Authority of India’s (NHAI) decision to introduce two new toll plazas in Upper Assam has triggered widespread concern among residents, who fear the move will exacerbate financial burdens amid rising living costs and inadequate infrastructure. 🛣️ Where Are the New Toll Points? Tenders have already been floated for toll collection, with operations…
In a heartwarming display of honesty, an auto-rickshaw driver in Lawngtlai, Mizoram, returned a staggering ₹17 lakh in cash to a Myanmar businessman who had accidentally left the money behind in his vehicle. The incident, which unfolded on Thursday night, has gone viral on social media and is being hailed as a shining example of…
