Itanagar police have arrested key NSCT and UTA operatives involved in arms trafficking and recruitment of youth. Investigations reveal cross-border militant camps and narcotics links, boosting regional security.
A Meghalayan organisation calls for action over the dust pollution caused by Khliehriat’s highway building.
The Jaintia National Council (JNC) has raised concerns over severe dust pollution caused by highway construction in East Jaintia Hills, Meghalaya. Despite directives from the Deputy Commissioner, the contractor failed to implement dust control measures, prompting a meeting between JNC leaders and the site engineer. Following discussions, the engineer committed to watering roads twice daily. The JNC vowed to monitor compliance and warned of further action if pollution persists.
On the Silchar-Guwahati route, Assam police seize heroin valued at ₹3.16 crore, and one person is arrested.
Guwahati Police intercepted a vehicle traveling from Silchar to Guwahati and recovered 395.67 grams of heroin valued at ₹3.16 crore. One drug peddler was arrested in the operation, reinforcing Assam’s commitment to combating illegal narcotics trade.
Parts of Manipur have increased security in anticipation of the Shirui Lily festival.
Authorities have bolstered security along the 80-km stretch between Imphal and Ukhrul ahead of the five-day Shirui Lily Festival in Manipur from May 20. Security measures include vehicle checks, patrolling, and additional force deployments to ensure safety amid reported threats. Central and state forces, aided by local volunteers, are in place to protect attendees. The festival, honoring Manipur’s state flower, takes place in the Tangkhul Naga-majority Ukhrul district. Given ongoing ethnic tensions in the state, security forces are closely monitoring the situation.
The Principal Chief Forest Conservator emphasises how important Assam National Parks are to the preservation of biodiversity.
Dr. Vinay Gupta, Principal Chief Conservator of Forest (Wildlife) in Assam, inaugurated the 4th Residential Orang Nature Camp, 2025, at Orang National Park and Tiger Reserve. The four-day camp aims to educate 32 students from six local high schools about biodiversity conservation. Organized by Aaranyak and supported by the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation (DSWF), the program includes classroom sessions, expert-led discussions, and outdoor activities like safaris. Conservation leaders emphasized the camp’s role in inspiring the next generation to protect Assam’s rich wildlife heritage.
Tripura imposes orders to maintain order during the countrywide strike on May 20.
The Tripura government has directed that all state government offices, undertakings, and affiliated organizations must function normally on May 20, despite the nationwide general strike called by the All India State Government Employees’ Federation. Employees have been instructed to report for duty, and any violations will be taken seriously. Attendance reports must be submitted by noon on the strike day.
ASSAM RIFLES CONDUCTS AWARENESS DRIVE AND FUMIGATION OPERATION ON WORLD DENGUE DAY IN JIRIBAM
On the occasion of World Dengue Day, Assam Rifles organised an impactful awareness campaign and fumigation drive in Jiribam district, Manipur, highlighting its commitment to public health and disease prevention through medical camps, lectures, and sanitation efforts.
Assam starts executing projects worth Rs 60,000 crore from the Advantage Summit: CM
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the commencement of projects worth over ₹60,000 crore following the Advantage Assam 2.0 Summit, which attracted investment proposals totaling ₹5.18 lakh crore. Speaking at a MoU signing event for 20 new projects valued at ₹22,900 crore, Sarma emphasized that the state aims to secure ₹1.5 lakh crore in actual investments within the first year post-summit. Major infrastructure initiatives—including the Guwahati Ring Road and the Guwahati-Silchar Expressway—are underway, alongside ventures in waste management, renewable energy, and agro-industries. Highlighting Assam’s investment-friendly environment, Sarma stressed inclusive development, employment generation, and the integration of indigenous practices with modern innovation.
To honour the Bengali language martyrs, a grand procession was staged at Sribhumi.
Sribhumi district in Assam witnessed a heartfelt tribute to the 11 martyrs of the 1961 Bengali Language Movement, with a grand procession organized by the socio-cultural group Barak Awaaz. The commemorative march, which began at Shambhu Sagar Park and concluded at AOC Point, drew participation from cultural organizations, students, and local residents. Blending cultural celebration with solemn remembrance, the event underscored the Barak Valley community’s enduring commitment to linguistic identity. A highlight of the day was the public felicitation of four senior citizens who had taken part in the historic 1961 movement, honoring their lifelong dedication to the cause of language rights.
According to an official, Bangladesh has not yet approved the reopening of Meghalaya border haats.
The reopening of two key India-Bangladesh border haats in Meghalaya remains stalled, with the Government of Bangladesh yet to grant clearance nearly ten months after their closure. Located at Balat and Kalaichar, these haats have served as vital economic lifelines for border communities since their inception in 2012. Their continued suspension has disrupted traditional cross-border trade and affected hundreds of local vendors who rely on the duty-free micro-markets for daily sustenance. Despite repeated communications from Indian authorities, the situation remains unresolved, highlighting the broader need for renewed grassroots-level cooperation between the two nations.
