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Manipur government deported 38 persons, completing the first phase of deporting 77 illegal immigrants from Myanmar. Airlifted from Imphal airport, handed over to Myanmarese at Tamu. N Biren Singh announced, identifying and recording biometric data.
Mizoram's BJP raises concerns over liquor availability, urging a reevaluation of prohibition policies. Illicit liquor prevalence in Aizawl sparks debate on state alcohol regulations, highlighting revenue loss and continued challenges despite enforcement efforts.
29 private placement agency owners in Mizoram arrested for sending minors abroad, including forging Aadhaar cards and lacking valid licences. Investigations done, awaiting Prosecutor General of Immigration sanctions.
Deadly diarrhoea outbreak at Mokalbari Kanoi Tea Estate, Dibrugarh. Deaths: Makhoni Bawri, Rahul Bawri. Critical: Monisha, Dipak, Nibash, Kundan. Outbreak started Tuesday. ICMR-RMRC team investigates. Ensure clean water, health team, containment measures.
Mizoram Police seized explosives heading to Myanmar for militant groups' use. The driver was arrested. Concerns raised over similar reports of transporting explosives to insurgent groups in Myanmar from Mizoram.
Assam Rifles clarified no border closure from May 1 at Mizoram-Myanmar border. Meeting discussed peaceful status, travel limits, and permission requirements for longer stays, with punishment for non-compliance.
Amit Shah refutes Congress's misinformation on BJP ending reservation, addressing fake video controversy. He defends BJP's stance on reservation, criticizes emergency imposition by Congress, and projects BJP's victory in Lok Sabha elections across states, including positive response in South India.
Severe storm in Guwahati causes widespread destruction, affecting villages, damaging houses, uprooting trees. Power outages, vehicular disruptions, and injuries reported. Ferry services suspended. Assam State Disaster Management Authority monitoring the situation.
Hailstorms in Mizoram's Khawzawl district damage 52 houses in Tualpui and Vankal villages. Relief efforts include silpaulins, GCI roofs, financial aid, and reconstruction support. State disaster response fund allocated for affected families.