Assam Woman Says Congress Leader Assaulted Her, Demands DNA Test Of Son
Jenny alleged that she was taken to Rawat's residence in Yamuna Colony in 2002 by one of his party workers when she was 16 years old. She claimed that she stayed at his house for around one and a half to two months.
The court clarified that an employee cannot claim pensionary benefits under Rule 49(2) merely because he has completed 10 years of qualifying service if Rule 26(1), which provides for forfeiture of past service upon resignation, applies to his case
Assam OIL facility fire death toll rises to three
Two workers succumbed to their injuries at a private hospital in Guwahati on November 7
Assam OIL facility fire death toll rises to three
Two workers succumbed to their injuries at a private hospital in Guwahati on November 7
Death toll in explosion at Oil India's facility in Assam rises to three
Three people have died following an explosion at Oil India Limited's facility in Dibrugarh. The incident occurred during maintenance work at the Intermediate Tank Farm on Friday. Two of the deceased were workers and an engineer who succumbed to burn injuries. The injured were initially treated at Assam Medical College, with three remaining in critical condition. Oil India Limited announced compensation for the families of the deceased and injured individuals.
A total of 28 illegal immigrants apprehended, expelled: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
In a post on X, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said the State government would continue its drive against infiltration and would not compromise on Assam's security and identity
Patidar named Madhya Pradesh skipper for Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, no room for Tiwari
Digital Desk | Indore, Nov 7 (IANS) Rajat Patidar has been named as Madhya Pradeshs in the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, starting on November 14. Madhya Pradesh have been drawn in Elite Group C of the competition and will play their first four matches in New Chandigarh and the remaining three games in Mohali. Patidar, who has captained Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to IPL titles in 2025 and 2026, may not be available for the entire league phase of the competition. Patidar and left-arm fast bowling all-rounder Arshad Khan scheduled to link up with the India A team for the Mens Rising Stars Asia Cup, scheduled to be played in Doha, Qatar, from November 19 to 29. In the India A team, Patidar has been appointed as the deputy to skipper Tilak Varma. Apart from Patidar, who has played three Tests and an ODI for India, batters Akshat Raghuwanshi, Harsh Gawli and Aniket Verma will have to step up for Madhya Pradesh. There is still no place in the squad for seam-bowling all-rounder Madhav Tiwari, despite having featured for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026 and Ujjain Falcons in the Madhya Pradesh League T20 Scindia Cup 2026. The squad features two wicketkeepers in Gawli and Apoorv Dwivedi, while India fast bowler Avesh Khan will spearhead a bowling unit that also includes Mangesh Yadav, left-arm spinner Kumar Kartikeya Singh, off-spinner Saransh Jain and left-arm wrist-spinner Shivang Kumar. Pacer Kuldeep Sen has not been picked due to him currently nursing an unspecified injury. Madhya Pradesh will open its campaign against Kerala in a day-night game at New Chandigarh on November 14. They will then take on Assam on November 16, Tripura in another day-night encounter on November 18, and Andhra on November 20. Madhya Pradesh is also scheduled to face Maharashtra on November 22, Himachal Pradesh on November 24 and Puducherry in their final group match on November 26. Should Patidar depart after the game against Assam, the Madhya Pradesh team management led by Chandrakant Pandit will need to name a stand-in captain for their remaining games. Madhya Pradesh squad: Ankush Singh, Akshat Raghuwanshi, Harsh Gawli (wk), Rajat Patidar (captain), Aniket Verma, Ritik Tada, Apoorv Dwivedi (wk), Saransh Jain, Kumar Kartikeya Singh, Shivam Shukla, Shivang Kumar, Avesh Khan, Tripuresh Singh, Rahul Batham, and Mangesh Yadav.
Assam: Royal Bengal tiger found dead in Kaziranga; territorial fight suspected
Doomdooma: A young male Royal Bengal tiger may have died in a suspected territorial fight with another tiger in Assams Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve. Forest personnel spotted the carcass during routine patrolling near the Teteliguri forest camp in the Kohora Range on Friday and alerted park authorities. A team of officials later reached [] The post Assam: Royal Bengal tiger found dead in Kaziranga; territorial fight suspected appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam groups Paani Campaign covers 3,000 flood-hit villagers
Jeevan Initiative, a volunteer-run organisation, has taken charge of seven villages in eastern Assams Charaideo district for water-related issues
Assam: Death toll in Oil India facility explosion rises to two, engineer dies
A fire broke out on Friday during maintenance work at OIL's Intermediate Tank Farm in Tengakhat following an explosion, according to a statement issued by the public sector undertaking (PSU)
The Meghalaya High Court ruled that an Assam Rifles rifleman who voluntarily sought discharge after 13 years of service was not entitled to a pension. It however, directed authorities to release 5,656 to his IRLA account and 53,642 to his GPF account.
Toll in explosion at OIL facility in Assam rises to two
A fire broke out on Friday during maintenance work at the OIL's Intermediate Tank Farm in Tengakhat, following the explosion
Assam CM encouraging protests against Judges in Zubeen Garg death case: Akhil Gogoi
The Sibsagar MLA says Himanta Biswa Sarmas remarks amount to contempt of court
Oil India Tengakhat Blast in Assam: Second Worker Dies, 3 Remain Critical After Explosion
The death toll from the November 6 explosion and fire at Oil India's Tengakhat facility in Assam has risen, with several injured workers battling for their lives.
Assam OIL facility fire death toll rises to two
Five other workers injured in the incident are undergoing treatment
Assam OIL facility fire death toll rises to two
Five other workers injured in the incident are undergoing treatment
Death Count In Assam Oil India Fire Rises To 2, 5 Injured Remain Critical
A fire was reported on Friday at the Indirect Bath Heater (IDBH) of the Intermediate Tank Farm (ITF) at Tengakhat in Assam's Dibrugarh
Assam swimmer Tirthank Pegu wins Youth Olympics bronze
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Doomdooma: Krishna, a beloved departmental elephant at Assams Kaziranga National Park, died at the parks Western Range in Bagori on the evening of November 5 after suffering from prolonged ailments and visual impairment. Assam Forest Minister Jayant Mallabaruah announced her passing on social media, paying tribute to her decades of service to the forest department. [] The post Assam: Kazirangas departmental elephant Krishna dies after prolonged illness appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam prohibits drone operations near Amur falcon roosting sites
The order follows reports of content creators and visitors flying drones close to congregations of the migratory raptors, apparently to capture photographs and videos for social media
From Vadodara to Palam: The Unforgettable Indian Experiences of Overseas Umpires
Believe it: Australian umpire Ben Treloar recently officiated in two Ranji Trophy matches. His first assignment was the Delhi-Gujarat fixture in Palam, followed by Mumbais match against Haryana. Similarly, Indian umpire Parashar Joshi will officiate in two Sheffield Shield matches and a One Day Cup fixture in Australia. The exchange is part of the 2026 Umpire Exchange Programme between Cricket Australia (CA) and the BCCI. Before Treloar, several foreign umpires had officiated in Indian domestic matches under similar programmes, returning home with vivid memories and interesting stories. Australian umpire Greg Davidsons visit to India in 2020 gave him memories that went well beyond cricket. He officiated in his first Ranji Trophy match in Vadodara, Gujarat, before his next assignment took him to Mumbai. At six feet ten inches, Davidson was hard to miss. People approached him for photographs and selfies, making him feel like a celebrity. The Mumbai airport was very noisy and crowded, like a jam-packed cricket stadium, he recalled. Davidson and his wife, Tracey, also experienced Indian hospitality away from the cricket ground. Tracey, a schoolteacher, was taken to local primary schools in Mumbai by Indian match referee Varsha Nagrey, giving the couple a glimpse of another side of Indian life. Davidson had expected dry, dusty pitches in India. Instead, he found a fair amount of grass and good carry on the surfaces. South African umpire Lubabalo Gcuma discovered that Indian pitches presented a different challenge. In November 2016, he officiated in the Ranji Trophy match between Assam and Maharashtra in Chennai. Officiating here is a different thing altogether, he observed, explaining that the ball could spin sharply or jump off the surface. Standing on a dusty, turning pitch while dealing with loud appeals from several close-in fielders demanded a different level of alertness from what he was used to in South Africa. In November 2016, Australian umpire Sam Nogajski fell ill during a Ranji Trophy match between Mumbai and Uttar Pradesh in Mysuru. He suffered stomach pain and loose motions and was admitted to hospital with dehydration. His illness forced him to withdraw, leaving his Indian colleague, Virender Sharma, in an unusual situation. A reserve umpire, Vejith D, was available, but he was not part of the BCCI umpiring panel and could not take over the on-field duties at the bowlers end. He could serve only as the square-leg umpire. As a result, Sharma had to officiate from both ends. Former England player-turned-umpire Martin Saggers also noted the differences in crowd energy and playing conditions during his Ranji Trophy assignments. He praised the hospitality but pointed out that the long Indian domestic season and dry, abrasive outfields demanded different physical preparation from that required for English county cricket. Treloars first assignment in India was an adventure in Palam. One unusual feature was the regular sight and sound of aircraft overhead. Located in an aviation-heavy part of Delhi, the ground had planes flying over it repeatedly during the four-day match. Delhi piled up 648 for six before declaring, while Gujarat replied with 479. Treloar stood through 318.5 overs in the drawn match. It was his first experience of officiating in an innings in which a team scored around 650. He spent almost the entire match at one end, with only four overs at the other. Treloars Indian experience also brought some unexpected interactions. Players from Delhi and Gujarat approached him to ask where he came from and what he was doing there. He was impressed by their passion for the game and the hospitality shown by players, team management, ground staff and catering staff. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Away from cricket, Treloar explored Delhis markets, bought spices and sampled local food, including dal, vegetable curries, garlic-butter naan and vada pav. A keen cook at home, he was already thinking of taking some Indian flavours back to his family in Australia.
Assam Police obstruct sale & transportation of Mizoram gown-areca nuts: Traders
Gauhati HC quashes activist Pranab Doleys preventive detention under NSA
Dhanteras brings festive sparkle in city; jewellery stores see footfall rise
PM to confer Bhupen Hazarika Natl Award on Usha Mangeshkar on Nov 29
1 killed, 6 injured in OILs Tengakhat facility explosion & fire
Preserve cultural identity, traditions: Mizoram guv at ICFAI Varsity convocation
Meghalaya readies for Shillong LS bypoll, awaits ECI schedule
Sonowal urges citizens to protect democracy, counter misinformation
Ex-Army personnel among 2 killed in Dhubri accident
No purchase, no sale protest of petroleum dealers on Nov 12
Arunachal Deputy CM receives Bhupen Hazarika Samannay Award, highlights cultural ties
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Nov 6 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein on Friday received the Bhupen Hazarika Samannay Award 2026, recognising the shared cultural heritage and longstanding bonds between Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. Mein received the award in the presence of several eminent personalities, including Padma Bhushan awardee Jatin Goswami, Padma Shri awardees Surya Kanta Hazarika and Nuruddin Ahmed, and noted actor and theatre personality Pranjal Saikia. Sharing the news in a post on social media platform X on Friday, the Deputy CM expressed his gratitude and said he was honoured to receive the recognition in the presence of distinguished personalities from the cultural and artistic fraternity. He said the occasion made the recognition particularly special as it celebrated the shared cultural heritage and enduring bonds between Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. The Bhupen Hazarika Samannay Award is associated with the legacy of legendary Assamese singer, composer, lyricist and filmmaker Bhupen Hazarika, whose contribution to Indian music and cultural integration continues to inspire generations. Popularly known as Sudhakantha, Hazarika used music and literature as powerful instruments to promote humanism, social harmony and unity across linguistic and regional boundaries. His compositions, deeply rooted in the cultural traditions of Northeast India, transcended geographical and linguistic barriers and established him as one of the most influential cultural icons of the region. Mein's recognition comes at a time when cultural cooperation between Assam and Arunachal Pradesh remains an important aspect of strengthening people-to-people connections in the Northeast. The two neighbouring states share historical, ethnic and cultural links, with communities on both sides maintaining longstanding traditions of social interaction and mutual cooperation. The award ceremony also brought together prominent figures from Assam's cultural and artistic landscape, underlining the continuing relevance of Hazarika's legacy in promoting regional harmony. Mein's acknowledgement of the award highlighted the importance of preserving the shared cultural identity of the Northeast while strengthening ties between its neighbouring states.
Sub-adult tiger carcass recovered in Kaziranga; departmental elephant dies after prolonged illness
Sub-adult tiger carcass recovered in Kaziranga; departmental elephant dies after prolonged illness Guwahati: The carcass of a sub-adult tiger was recovered on Friday from the Teteliguri area of Assams Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve (KNPTR), forest officials said. A senior forest official said that the carcass, estimated to be around two days old, was [] The post Sub-adult tiger carcass recovered in Kaziranga; departmental elephant dies after prolonged illness appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
One killed and six injured in fire at an OIL facility in Assam
The oil exploration major said that the fire broke out at an indirect bath heater, which had been isolated since November 4 for maintenance
Tripuras digital healthcare model earns natl recognition
Assam, Nagaland officials call for cooperation for border security
Gold declines Rs 2,500 to Rs 1.46 lakh/10gm in Delhi as weak Dhanteras demand weighs
New Delhi, Nov 6 (PTI) Gold prices in the national capital declined by Rs 2,500 to Rs 1.46 lakh per 10 grams on Friday amid weak spot demand on Dhanteras, with elevated rates keeping buyers cautious. The 99.9 per cent pure yellow metal fell Rs 2,500 to Rs 1,46,300 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes) from Thursdays close of Rs 1,48,800 per 10 grams, according to the All India Sarafa Association. Silver prices also dropped Rs 2,000 to Rs 1,92,500 per kilogram, inclusive of all taxes, from Rs 1,94,500 per kg in the preceding session. Traders said demand remains
Electors of 7 states left out of draft SIR rolls get fresh chance for inclusion in final list
New Delhi, Nov 6 (PTI) Facing allegations of disenfranchising crores of voters, the Election Commission on Friday gave a fresh chance to electors of seven states who were marked as Absent, Shifted, Dead and Duplicate (ASDD), and whose names could not be included in the draft rolls during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. In a letter, the EC directed the chief electoral officers of Delhi, Maharashtra, Haryana, Andhra Pradesh, Jharkhand, Telangana and Nagaland to facilitate the inclusion of such electors in the final electoral rolls. The decision covers electors who were issued enumeration forms but whose forms were
House gherao threat in Zubeen death case poses danger to my family, to be raised in court: Assam CM
The state government honours court orders, and those questioning them are trying to create disturbances in the State, said Sarma, adding that the Supreme Court will hear bail petitions of prime accused Shyamkanu Mahanta and Siddhartha Sharma on November 30
8 more held in Tripura attack on BSF personnel; total arrests rise to 18
Harmeet Dhillon exits after radical overhaul of US Justice Department
WASHINGTON, November 6, 2026 (AP) Harmeet Dhillon, a conservative attorney who oversaw a radical reshaping of the United States Justice Departments Civil Rights Division, celebrated the mass departures of career lawyers and spearheaded sweeping investigations into elite universities, said Thursday that she had resigned from her post. Dhillon had been a powerful and divisive figure inside President Donald Trumps Justice Department since her confirmation last year as assistant attorney general, where she dramatically changed the direction of a division created during the countrys Civil Rights Movement to protect the rights of minorities. We ushered in the downfall of illegal
Rupee surges 52 paise to close at 93.89 against US dollar
Mumbai, Nov 6 (PTI) The rupee surged 52 paise to close at 93.89 (provisional) against the US dollar on Friday, as a softer US dollar coupled with declining crude oil prices and easing concerns over import costs supported investor sentiments. Forex traders said a surge in domestic markets and fears of a slowdown in AI spending also supported the rupee. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 94.50 and touched an intraday high of 93.82 and a low of 94.50. The domestic unit closed the session at 93.89 (provisional), registering a gain of 52 paise over its
Gauhati High Court quashes Assam activists NSA detention
The State government invoked the National Security Act against Pranab Doley on July 30, a day after a court granted him bail for protesting a luxury hotel project near Kaziranga National Park
AMCH Dibrugarh Project Technical Support II Recruitment 2026
Assam Medical College, Dibrugarh (AMCH) Recruitment 2026 for the post of Project Technical Support II (Field Worker) will be conducted through a Walk-in Interview. Eligible candidates can attend the interview on 23 November 2026 at Department of Microbiology, AMCH, Dibrugarh. Candidates should report at 11:00 AM. For complete details, candidates can visit amch-dibrugarh.assam.gov.in.
Assam opens online registration for Bhupen Hazarika centenary finale in Delhi
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launched the online registration portal for Dr. Bhupen Hazarika's centenary celebration. The event is set to be held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, on November 29, 2026. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be the Chief Guest and will confer an award. A large number of national and local artistes will participate in the program.
US voters lashed out at data centres
Sydney, Nov 6 (Conversation) This weeks mid-term elections in the United States saw huge swings to the Democrats, away from President Donald Trumps Republican party. One surprisingly important factor was a rising backlash to the ongoing boom in data centre development triggered by the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in recent years. Americans across ten states overwhelmingly voted in favour of candidates campaigning for local restrictions on data centres. According to exit polls, some 56% of voters said AI data centres were a crucial or major factor in their vote. The data centre push The results are a sign of
New Delhi, Nov 6 (PTI) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday slammed the Modi government over Union minister Rajiv Ranjan Singhs remarks that voter ID will replace Aadhaar for identifying beneficiaries for social welfare programmes, saying this isnt just vote theft, its rights theft. The Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha termed as a conspiracy the Modi government ministers announcement that benefits of schemes will now be determined not by Aadhaar, but by Voter ID. The conspiracy runs very deep take your time to understand it. Under the guise of SIR, millions of names are being struck off
Fire at Oil India Ltd's intermediate tank farm in Assam's Dibrugarh kills 1
The fire at the Intermediate Tank Farm in Tengakhat erupted around 9.05 am during maintenance work
PM Modi to present Dr Bhupen Hazarika National Award to Usha Mangeshkar in Delhi: Assam CM Himanta
PM Modi to present Dr Bhupen Hazarika National Award to Usha Mangeshkar in Delhi: Assam CM Himanta
Sydney, Nov 6 (Conversation) Is your new phone already slowing down or your expensive earphones acting up? Youre not imagining it. Our products are no longer designed to last, with some barely working a few years before ending up in landfill. Shortening the lifespan of a product is a strategy known as planned obsolescence. My new research takes a closer look at this concept and argues that, by strengthening existing laws, it is possible to make products that last while reducing costs for consumers and the environment. Mountains of e-waste Modern devices like laptops and smartwatches are made of a
X says police order demanding removal of Indian free-speech groups
BENGALURU, Nov 6 (Reuters) Police orders asking X to block online accounts of two of Indias most prominent free speech groups were fake, the social media company told an Indian court on Friday, days after the purported content removal requests sparked a public outcry. The orders, submitted through Xs online reporting form in the name of a senior Delhi police officer, sought the removal of the accounts of the Internet Freedom Foundation (IFF) and the Software Freedom Law Centre, India (SFLC.in), claiming they had defamed the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, the Hindu nationalist group from which Prime Minister Narendra Modis
5 workers seriously injured, 1 missing after explosion at Oil India facility in Assam
Major Fire At Oil India Tank Farm In Assam, 1 Dead, 6 Injured
The incident occurred while workers were operating a valve at the facility. The explosion took place in the crude oil storage section of the tank farm, triggering a massive fire.
Assam State AIDS Control Society (ASACS) Recruitment 2026 for 7 vacancies, including Medical Officer and Senior Medical Officer posts, will be conducted through a Walk-in Interview. Eligible candidates can attend the interview on 10 November 2026 at Office of the Principal cum Chief Supdt. of the respective institutions. Candidates should report at 10:30 AM. For complete details, candidates can visit asacs.assam.gov.in.
PM Modi to present Bhupen Hazarika National Award to Usha Mangeshkar on Nov 29: Assam CM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will present the Dr Bhupen Hazarika National Award to veteran singer Usha Mangeshkar at the closing ceremony of the birth centenary celebrations of legendary singer and composer Dr Bhupen Hazarika, scheduled to be held in New Delhi on November 29, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Friday. Speaking to reporters here, CM Sarma said the Prime Minister has already consented to attend the event, which will feature performances by several national and state-level artists. The closing ceremony of the birth centenary celebration of Sudhakantha Dr Bhupen Hazarika will be held in New Delhi on November 29. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has already given consent to attend this closing ceremony. We will confer the Dr Bhupen Hazarika National Award in this programme. Singer Usha Mangeshkar has already given her consent to accept this award. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will present the award to Usha Mangeshkar in this programme, the Chief Minister said. H...
Northeast India can emerge as strategic gateway to South and Southeast Asia: Experts
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Nov 6 (IANS) Northeast Indias growing geopolitical significance, its strategic location at the intersection of South and Southeast Asia, and its potential to emerge as a key gateway for regional connectivity and economic integration were highlighted by experts during a two-day series of academic engagements in Guwahati organised by the Chintan Research Foundation (CRF). The dialogue titled Northeast India in a Changing Geopolitical Order: Connectivity, Borderlands, Frontier Governance and Strategic Opportunities was organised by the CRF in collaboration with Girijananda Chowdhury University (GCU) and Assam Don Bosco University (ADBU) on November 4 and 5, respectively. The discussions emphasised that Northeast India should not be viewed merely as a peripheral region or transit corridor, but as an active participant in India's regional and international engagements. The regions geographical proximity to Bangladesh, Bhutan, Myanmar and other Southeast Asian countries offers significant opportunities for cross-border trade, connectivity, energy cooperation and people-to-people exchanges. However, these opportunities must be balanced against challenges relating to border management, security, migration, infrastructure gaps and the aspirations of frontier communities. In his special address at GCU, during a One-day Dialogue titled Bangladesh-Northeast India Interface: Connectivity, Borderlands and Geopolitics, Shishir Priyadarshi, President, CRF, emphasised the need for sustained engagement with Bangladesh, citing the 'Woodpecker Approach' of patience and consistent efforts. He highlighted CRF's role in fostering dialogue and research and called for greater inclusion of Northeast India's perspectives in India's foreign policy. The panel discussions highlighted Bangladesh's strategic importance for Northeast India's connectivity through ports, inland waterways and cross-border networks, while examining the Bay of Bengal's growing geopolitical significance, the influence of external powers and the potential of borderlands for economic cooperation. During the second days seminar titled Indias Northeast in a Changing Geopolitical Order: Connectivity, Frontier Governance and Strategic Opportunities, ADBU Vice Chancellor Jose Palely stressed the importance of viewing international borders as spaces of economic opportunity and social interaction, with frontier communities recognised as important stakeholders in governance and development. The sessions across both engagements examined the opportunities and challenges associated with regional connectivity and strategic cooperation. The two-day discussions also highlighted the importance of the Akhaura-Agartala railway link, access to Bangladesh's seaports, inland waterways and road networks, alongside major regional initiatives such as the India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway and the Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project. The speakers also emphasised the need to improve intra-regional connectivity, upgrade border infrastructure, simplify customs procedures and strengthen institutional coordination. The potential of developing alternative connectivity routes through Bangladesh, including the Agartala-Kolkata road link, was also discussed in the context of reducing excessive dependence on the Siliguri Corridor. The geopolitical discussions addressed China's growing strategic presence, concerns surrounding water security and the Yarlung Tsangpo River, the strategic importance of the Siliguri Corridor, cross-border drug trafficking and the evolving political situation in Myanmar and Bangladesh. The speakers underscored the importance of India's Act East and Neighbourhood First policies, while highlighting the need to translate connectivity initiatives into tangible economic and developmental benefits for local communities. The potential for wider regional cooperation through platforms such as BIMSTEC was also emphasised. The experts called for greater participation of Northeastern states in shaping India's external engagement with neighbouring countries, including through para-diplomacy and stronger institutional cooperation. The discussions emphasised that the region should not merely facilitate connectivity between India and its neighbours but must also emerge as a principal beneficiary of regional cooperation. The two-day engagements underscored that transforming Northeast India into a strategic gateway to South and Southeast Asia requires more than infrastructure development. It called for sustained diplomatic engagement, effective frontier governance, regional cooperation, inclusive development, and the active participation of border communities in shaping the region's future.
18 arrested in Tripura over attack on BSF personnel near Bangladesh border
Digital Desk | Agartala, Nov 6 (IANS) The total number of people so far arrested in connection with the brutal attack on Border Security Force (BSF) personnel in Tripuras Sepahijala district has risen to 18, including three women, following the arrest of eight more accused, police officials said on Friday. A senior police official said the fresh eight arrests were made from different parts of Sepahijala district on Thursday night and early Friday morning in connection with the November 2 incident at Ashabari village, under Kalamchaura police station, along the India-Bangladesh international border. An intensive search operation, launched immediately after the attack on BSF personnel on November 2, was still underway to apprehend the remaining accused, the official told IANS. All the 18 accused have been booked under various sections of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, and the Prevention of Damage to Public Property Act, 1984. The eight newly arrested persons would be produced before a local court in Sepahijala district at the earliest, the official said. The first 10 accused arrested in the case were earlier produced before a court. Following the courts orders, the male accused were remanded to police custody, while the women were sent to judicial custody. Meanwhile, Chief Minister Manik Saha, who had strongly condemned the attack and directed the authorities to take stringent action against those involved, chaired a high-level meeting with senior security officials on Thursday night to review the incident and the overall law and order situation. In a post on X, CM Saha said he chaired the meeting at the TIFT Conference Hall in Agartala in the presence of senior officials from the state administration, police, BSF, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Assam Rifles. He said the Ashabari incident was also reviewed, and the authorities were directed to ensure strict legal action against those involved, adopt zero tolerance towards cross-border smuggling and strengthen security measures to maintain peace and law and order. According to police, the incident occurred on November 2 when BSF personnel intercepted a group of alleged smugglers attempting to smuggle ganja (cannabis) across the India-Bangladesh border. Subsequently, the BSF personnel were reportedly surrounded and attacked by a mob of around 50 men and women, leaving three personnel, including a Company Commander, grievously injured. The attackers also allegedly snatched a pump-action gun (PAG) from one of the BSF personnel and damaged a BSF vehicle. One of the alleged attackers was also injured in the incident. There have been several instances of attacks on BSF and other security personnel by suspected cross-border smugglers in Tripura. On October 16, 2017, a vehicle allegedly driven by smugglers ran over Deepak Kumar Mandal, Deputy Commandant of the BSF's 145th Battalion, at Balerdepha in the smuggling-prone Sonamura subdivision of Sepahijala district. Mandal, a resident of West Bengal, succumbed to his injuries on October 20, 2017. In another incident, Tripura Police Sub-Inspector Durga Kumar Hrangkhawl was killed on duty on November 21, 2019, after a vehicle allegedly operated by cross-border smuggling mafias deliberately ran him over in the same district. These incidents underline the serious risks faced by security and law-enforcement personnel while tackling organised cross-border smuggling activities in the district. Tripura shares an 856-km-long international border with Bangladesh and is surrounded by the neighbouring country on three sides. The state's geographical location makes it particularly vulnerable to cross-border smuggling, illegal movement and other transnational crimes. Except for a few stretches, most parts of the international border have been fenced to prevent smuggling, illegal crossings and the movement of criminal and other inimical elements.
Guwahati hotel firing: Body of accused handed over to family after autopsy
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Nov 6 (IANS) The body of Ghanakanta Gogoi, the prime accused in the Guwahati hotel firing case that claimed five lives, was handed over to his family following a post-mortem examination at the Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH) in Dibrugarh, officials said on Friday. The autopsy was conducted in the presence of forensic medicine experts from three medical institutions, in keeping with the prescribed procedures for cases involving deaths in police custody. Gogoi, 34, was killed in a police encounter in Assam's Sivasagar district early on Wednesday. Police had claimed that he attempted to escape from custody while being taken to Sivasagar in connection with another case. An AMCH official said the post-mortem was delayed due to the time required to coordinate the presence of forensic experts from three different medical colleges. The examination continued for more than three hours. After the completion of the procedure, the body was brought out of the Forensic Medicine Department and handed over to Gogoi's family at around 7.10 p.m. The family later left for their residence with the body. The encounter occurred in the Gaurisagar area at around 3.10 a.m. on Wednesday. Gogoi had completed seven days in police remand in connection with the hotel firing case and was sent to judicial custody by a local court on Tuesday. Hours later, he was arrested from Guwahati Central Jail in connection with a separate bank fraud case registered in 2024. Gogoi, the leaseholder of Hotel Bilas Inn, was arrested after the October 26 shooting at the hotel in Guwahati's Bora Service area along GS Road. Five members of the Bharali family and a staff member were killed when gunfire erupted at the hotel, while the family's driver sustained injuries. Police alleged that a dispute over the management and use of the property led to the violence. According to police, disagreements had surfaced after Gogoi undertook renovations at the property. A meeting was scheduled on October 26 to settle the dispute, but an argument allegedly turned violent, following which Gogoi opened fire. The Assam Police had formed a six-member Special Investigation Team to probe the killings. The bereaved family had described the attack as premeditated and demanded stringent action against those responsible.
Assam Police slash pending investigations from 1.54 lakh to under 10,000: CM Sarma
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Nov 6 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday said the state police have brought down the number of pending investigations dramatically, claiming that the figure has fallen from around 1.54 lakh cases in 2020 to less than 10,000 at present. Taking to the social media platform X, the Chief Minister used a Diwali reference to highlight what he described as a major improvement in the functioning and efficiency of Assam Police. Every Diwali, the same dilemma, which box gets passed on? Assam Police stopped passing on cases a while ago. Pending investigations fell from 1.54 lakh in 2020 to under 10,000 today, CM Sarma said. The Chief Minister's remarks come as the Assam government continues to emphasise police reforms, faster investigations and improved delivery of justice as key components of its governance agenda. The sharp reduction in pending investigations, if sustained, would mark a significant improvement in the disposal of criminal cases and could help speed up the subsequent judicial process. Pending investigations have long remained a challenge for police forces across the country, with a large number of cases often remaining unresolved due to manpower constraints, procedural delays and the growing volume of criminal complaints. The Assam government has, in recent years, focused on strengthening police infrastructure and improving the use of technology in investigations. The state administration has also repeatedly stressed the need for greater accountability among investigating officers and the timely completion of probes. CM Sarma has frequently highlighted the role of Assam Police in maintaining law and order and tackling organised crime, narcotics trafficking and other criminal activities across the state. The Chief Minister's latest claim underscores the government's push to project a more efficient and responsive policing system in Assam. However, the government did not immediately provide a detailed breakup of the cases covered under the pending investigation figures or specify the period during which the reduction was achieved. The latest statement nevertheless reflects the state government's emphasis on clearing the backlog of criminal investigations and ensuring that cases move more swiftly through the criminal justice system.
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Ahead of Dhanteras, gold prices climb Rs 2,200 to Rs 1.48 lakh/10gm in Delhi
New Delhi, Nov 5 (PTI) Gold prices extended the festive rally for a second day in the national capital on Thursday, rising by Rs 2,200 to Rs 1.48 lakh per 10 grams on buying by jewellers and retailers ahead of the Dhanteras festival. The 99.9 per cent purity precious metal appreciated by Rs 2,200 to Rs 1,48,800 per 10 grams, inclusive of all taxes, from Wednesdays close of Rs 1,46,600 per 10 grams, according to the All India Sarafa Association. Silver prices also extended gains, climbing Rs 1,500 to Rs 1,94,500 per kg, inclusive of all taxes, from Rs 1,93,000
Children of frontier districts opening textbooks after 79 years of Independence: Assam CM
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Nov 5 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday highlighted the expansion of educational facilities to remote tea garden areas of the state, saying children living in frontier districts, located more than 500 km from Guwahati, are opening textbooks for the first time. In a post on X, Sarma shared the development, highlighting how education is gradually reaching some of Assam's most geographically isolated communities, where access to basic educational facilities has remained a major challenge. Deep in the heart of Assam's tea gardens, more than 500 km from Guwahati, children are opening textbooks for the very first time, the Chief Minister said. He further noted that 79 years after India's Independence, education had finally found its way to these remote frontier districts. This is what real change looks like, Sarma added. The Chief Minister's post sought to highlight the importance of extending educational opportunities to children in remote and underserved regions, particularly those living in areas where geographical isolation and inadequate infrastructure have historically affected access to schooling. Assam has a sizeable tea-growing population, with several tea garden communities spread across distant districts. Children in these areas often face challenges in accessing educational institutions due to difficult terrain, long distances and limited infrastructure. The extension of educational facilities to such locations is significant in addressing the longstanding gap in access to formal education and ensuring that children from economically and geographically disadvantaged communities are not left behind. The development also comes against the backdrop of the state government's broader emphasis on improving education infrastructure and expanding access to schooling across Assam. Sarma's remarks underline the importance of taking educational facilities to the doorsteps of communities that have remained outside the mainstream development process for decades. The initiative, as highlighted by the Chief Minister, reflects an effort to bridge the educational divide between urban centres and remote tea garden settlements, providing children in these areas an opportunity to access formal education and pursue better prospects.
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Shutdown over killing of Kuki youths continues to cripple life in Manipur's Kangpokpi
Digital Desk | Imphal, Nov 5 (IANS) Normal life remained badly affected in Manipurs Kangpokpi district for the fourth consecutive day on Thursday as a tribal organisation continued its shutdown to protest against the alleged failure of the Manipur government to take action over the killing of two Kuki community youths. A police officer said that shops, markets, business establishments, and educational institutions remained closed, and most vehicles remained off the roads due to the shutdown. Several goods-laden vehicles bound for the state capital through National Highway-2 (NH-2) were also unable to enter Kangpokpi and remained stranded in neighbouring Senapati district, which is predominantly inhabited by the Naga community. Additional security forces had been deployed in the mountainous Kangpokpi district to prevent any untoward incident and maintain law and order during the shutdown. The Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU), a prominent Kuki-Zo organisation, had called the shutdown to condemn what it described as the state government's inaction over the killing of two Kuki civilians. It extended the shutdown, which was to conclude at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, for another 48 hours, in view of the government's continued failure to take decisive and concrete action towards ensuring justice for the brutal killing of the two Kuki-Zo civilians and the fulfilment of the demands submitted in this regard. Any further failure to act decisively and deliver justice within this extended period will compel the Kuki-Zo people to intensify their democratic protest and pursue stronger collective measures. Should the situation deteriorate further as a consequence of the government's continued inaction, the sole responsibility shall rest with the government, the tribal body said in a statement. The bodies of the two Kuki youths, who had gone missing on October 28, were recovered on November 1 following multiple search operations conducted by joint teams of the Manipur Police, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), the CoBRA (Commando Battalion for Resolute Action), the Rapid Action Force (RAF), and the Assam Rifles. Following the recovery of the bodies, CoTU initially called a 24-hour shutdown in Kangpokpi district from November 1. The organisation subsequently extended the shutdown by another 48 hours on Monday evening, citing the government's alleged failure to take concrete steps to ensure justice for the victims. The tribal organisation further asserted that the Kuki-Zo people would not accept empty assurances and administrative excuses in place of justice and demanded time-bound action against those responsible for the killings. The recovery of the bodies of the two missing youths has added to the prevailing tension in the conflict-affected state, where ethnic divisions and security concerns continue to pose serious challenges to the administration. The two were identified as Tinginlun Chongloi, 21, and Paoginlal Hangshing, 20. They were allegedly abducted by unidentified miscreants, she had said. More than 50 people have reportedly been killed and dozens of houses torched in clashes between the Naga and Kuki-Zo communities since February this year. The violence has largely been concentrated in Ukhrul, Kamjong, Kangpokpi, Tamenglong, and Noney districts and parts of Senapati district.
Assam Minister visits Bordoibam Wetland, seeks consensus on bird sanctuary boundaries
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Nov 5 (IANS) Assam Education Minister Ranoj Pegu on Thursday visited the Bordoibam wetland along with the local Circle Officer and residents to discuss a mutually acceptable approach to demarcating the boundaries of the proposed bird sanctuary, with a focus on balancing environmental conservation and the livelihood interests of local farming communities. During the visit, the minister reviewed concerns surrounding the proposed demarcation and emphasised the need for a sustainable solution that would protect the ecologically significant wetland without adversely affecting agricultural land belonging to farmers in the surrounding areas. In a post on X, Pegu said the visit was undertaken in accordance with the directions of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to ensure that wetland conservation efforts do not compromise the interests of residents. He said protecting the wetland and safeguarding farmers' agricultural land must go hand in hand, underlining the importance of taking local concerns into account before finalising the proposed boundaries of the bird sanctuary. The minister also directed the Circle Officer to hold consultations with residents of the area and prepare a proposal outlining an amicable resolution to the boundary-related issues. The proposed exercise is expected to facilitate dialogue between the administration and local communities, particularly farmers whose agricultural holdings could be affected by the demarcation process. Bordoibam wetland is an important natural habitat, and its proposed development as a bird sanctuary is expected to strengthen efforts towards biodiversity conservation and the protection of local ecosystems. However, the boundary exercise has brought into focus the need to address concerns relating to land ownership, agricultural activities and the long-term interests of communities living around the wetland. The state government's approach, as outlined during the minister's visit, seeks to ensure that conservation initiatives are carried out through consultation and consensus rather than at the expense of local livelihoods. The Circle Officer is expected to submit the proposal after consultations with the affected residents.
