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Nagaland: Chargesheet against 25 in land encroachment case at Dimapur Airport

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the Dimapur airport land encroachment case has filed a chargesheet against 25 private individuals and is awaiting sanction to prosecute six public servants implicated in the scam. The SIT, acting on directives from the Nagaland Home Department, uncovered evidence of illegal encroachment and the use of forged documents following a detailed inquiry. A regular criminal case was registered at the State Crime Police Station in Kohima, leading to charges of criminal conspiracy, cheating, and forgery under the IPC. The chargesheet was submitted to the court in Dimapur, while district authorities simultaneously launched an eviction drive, dismantling structures built on encroached airport land.

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Five Manipur districts have lifted their internet service bans.

The Manipur government on Friday lifted the suspension of internet and mobile data services in five valley districts—Imphal West, Imphal East, Thoubal, Kakching, and Bishnupur—from 6 a.m. onward. The suspension, originally imposed on June 7 for five days, followed violent protests triggered by the arrest of Arambai Tenggol leader Ashem Kanan Singh by the CBI at Imphal airport. With improved law and order and to ease public inconvenience, the government decided to restore internet access. Earlier, curfew hours were relaxed in these districts, and the Arambai Tenggol group also announced a relaxation of its shutdown call. The government urged citizens to avoid activities that could lead to further internet shutdowns.

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38 amidst persistent communal tensions in Dhubri: CM of Assam.

In the wake of communal tensions following the repeated placement of cattle heads near a Hanuman temple in Dhubri town—triggered initially by the discovery of a cow’s head on June 7, after Eid-al-Adha—Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma issued shoot-at-sight orders at night and announced the arrest of 38 individuals overnight. The situation escalated with stone-pelting and further provocations, including inflammatory posters by the group ‘Nabin Bangla’ seeking to merge Dhubri with Bangladesh. Sarma emphasized a zero-tolerance policy against those desecrating temples and disturbing peace, deployed RAF and CRPF forces, and warned that anyone attempting violence would be dealt with severely. The district administration had earlier imposed and later lifted prohibitory orders as the situation fluctuated.

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NIA charges ULFA (I) chief Paresh Baruah and two others in connection with the Assam IED bomb conspiracy.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a chargesheet against three individuals, including ULFA (I) chief Paresh Baruah, for their involvement in a conspiracy to carry out multiple IED blasts in Assam on Independence Day last year. Baruah, also known by several aliases, is the chairman and self-styled commander-in-chief of the banned United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I). Along with Abhijit Gogoi and Jahnu Boruah, he faces charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, and the Explosive Substances Act. The trio was linked to IEDs planted at Dispur Last Gate in Guwahati as part of a broader ULFA (I) plan to disrupt Independence Day celebrations. According to the NIA, the explosives were intended to cause death, injury, property destruction, and to threaten the unity and sovereignty of India by spreading terror among the public.

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Drug raid in Manipur: Meth worth Rs 22 cr was found along the Indo-Myanmar border.

In a major crackdown on organized drug syndicates, security forces in Manipur, with support from the Assam Rifles, seized over 57 kilograms of methamphetamine tablets valued at approximately Rs. 22 crores. The illicit consignment, smuggled through the Indo-Myanmar border and bound for Silchar, Assam, was intercepted in Imphal West district after being concealed in the roof ceiling of a Tata truck. The driver, Nawaj Sharif, was arrested at the scene. This operation highlights the growing challenge of narcotics trafficking in Northeast India, where porous borders and insurgent activities facilitate the movement of drugs, posing significant threats to regional security and public health.

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Assam police reorganisation: Himanta’s “shoot-at-sight” directive results in Leena Doley being moved to Dhubri.

The Government of Assam has announced a significant reshuffle of senior police officers, effective 13th June 2025. Amitava Sinha, previously serving as Senior Superintendent of Police (Organized Crime) with the CID, Assam, has been reassigned to Hailakandi, replacing Leena Doley. Doley, in turn, will now head to Dhubri as Senior Superintendent of Police, taking over from Navin Singh. Singh is set to take up Sinha’s former role at the CID. These strategic transfers are intended to optimize police operations and strengthen administrative processes across the state.

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Cow head incident: 38 people are arrested as Assam IGP leads night patrols

Dhubri district in Assam witnessed heightened security and a major police crackdown on June 13, with Inspector General of Police Akhilesh Kumar Singh leading extensive patrols and the Rapid Action Force deployed across the town. Under direct orders from Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, police arrested 38 individuals overnight from eight police stations for non-bailable offenses, signaling a strong commitment to restoring peace and safety in the region.

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Assam: According to ONGC, efforts are being made to contain the gas flow at Sivasagar.

Efforts are currently underway to control a continuous gas leak from the RDS#147A well near Bhotiapar in ONGC’s Rudrasagar field, Sivasagar district. Following a dangerous explosion at the site on June 12, natural gas began gushing out uncontrollably, causing widespread panic and prompting the evacuation of around 70 families to a relief camp. ONGC’s Crisis Management team has mobilized emergency equipment and prepared the required fluids for a subdue operation, which is expected to commence at daybreak. Access to the site remains restricted to operational personnel due to the hazardous conditions, while local residents and authorities are urgently calling for swift containment and enhanced safety measures.

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Crop Insurance Week” will be held in the Tamulpur district of Assam to inform farmers about compensation claims

Assam’s Tamulpur district is gearing up to observe “Crop Insurance Week” (Fasal Bima Saptah) from June 23 to June 29, 2025, with the aim of bolstering agricultural security and raising awareness among farmers about vital support systems. Organized by the district administration in collaboration with the Agriculture Department, the initiative will focus on educating approximately 10,000 farmers about the benefits of the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) and other agricultural schemes.
Key activities include comprehensive awareness meetings in all 20 Village Council Development Councils (VCDCs) across the district, with Customer Service Centres (CSCs) playing a pivotal role in outreach. District Commissioner Pankaj Chakravarty chaired the recent meeting where the decision to conduct the week was finalized, with participation from senior agriculture and administrative officials.
The campaign will guide farmers through the process of claiming compensation for crop damages caused by natural disasters or unforeseen circumstances under PMFBY, while also highlighting additional government support available to maximize agricultural benefits.

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Three citizens of Bangladesh and a narcotics dealer are arrested  in Tripura.

In a determined effort to curb cross-border crimes, the Border Security Force (BSF) Tripura Frontier has recently apprehended three Bangladeshi nationals for illegal infiltration and an Indian drug peddler in possession of 48 kilograms of ganja. Additionally, BSF personnel seized 275 mobile phones valued at approximately Rs 65 lakhs during a special operation in Sepahijala district. These actions, carried out in coordination with local police and based on specific intelligence, underscore the BSF’s ongoing commitment to tackling smuggling, illegal infiltration, and other criminal activities along the India-Bangladesh border in Tripura.

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State

Reports from Assam Seven new cases of COVID-19 with no recent recovery.

Regional

Tripuran cannabis valued at Rs 30 lakh was confiscated by Assam Rifles.

Regional

Itanagar burglary solved as Gold recovered, suspect apprehended in Assam

State

Five people are detained after Digboi police solve a complicated robbery case in Assam.

International

According to reports, the British PM declines to meet with Muhammad Yunus, the interim leader of Bangladesh.

Regional

An AI plane crash is thought to have killed over 200 people, including former Gujarat chief minister Vijay Rupani.

Finance

From July 1, Tatkal tickets can only be booked on the IRCTC website by individuals who have successfully verified their Aadhaar.

National

Ahmedabad plane tragedy: An Air India plane crash is said to have killed over 40 people.

Local

Horrible decapitation in Cachar, Assam: A man in Ramprasadpur uses a machete to murder his wife

International

Are the United States and Bangladesh looking into ways to swiftly sign two important defence agreements?

State

A family claims foul play when an Assamese woman dies in Ahmedabad under mysterious circumstances.

Regional

Nagaland: Chargesheet against 25 in land encroachment case at Dimapur Airport

Regional

Five Manipur districts have lifted their internet service bans.

State

38 amidst persistent communal tensions in Dhubri: CM of Assam.

State

NIA charges ULFA (I) chief Paresh Baruah and two others in connection with the Assam IED bomb conspiracy.

Regional

Drug raid in Manipur: Meth worth Rs 22 cr was found along the Indo-Myanmar border.