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Guwahati traffic restrictions prior to Ambubachi Mahayog 2025

To ensure public safety and smooth movement for Ambubachi Mahayog 2025, the Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic), Guwahati, has announced comprehensive traffic restrictions from June 22 to June 25. Key measures include strict vehicle access controls to Kamakhya Temple, reserved lanes for emergency vehicles, designated drop-off and parking areas for pilgrims, and bans on roadside parking along major routes. The Guwahati Traffic Police urges all citizens and pilgrims to strictly follow these guidelines to minimize congestion and ensure unhindered movement for emergency services during the festival.

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One person is killed when an Avadh Assam train headed for Dibrugarh collides with a tram in Bihar.

A Dibrugarh-bound Avadh Assam Express train collided with a railway maintenance trolley near Maharani village, Katihar district, Bihar, on Friday afternoon, resulting in the death of one railway worker and serious injuries to four others. The accident occurred around 2:20 pm on the Barauni-Katihar section. The injured were rushed to Katihar hospital and are now in stable condition. Railway authorities have launched a high-level inquiry, with officials reviewing CCTV footage and safety protocols. Funeral allowances and ex gratia payments are being processed for the affected workers and their families.

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As ONGC gets ready for critical capping, US experts arrive in Sivasagar.

A team of specialist engineers from the United States has arrived in Assam’s Sivasagar district to help contain the gas leak at ONGC’s RDS-147A well in Bhatiapar, now ongoing for nine days. The expert team is working closely with ONGC and local authorities to assess the situation and implement critical containment measures. With fears of ignition due to rising gas pressure, authorities stress that the next 36 hours are crucial. Local residents remain anxious, recalling the 2020 Baghjan blowout, as the district administration ensures round-the-clock monitoring and support for technical teams.

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Manipur govt cracks down on dubious M.Phil./Ph.D. degrees; issues deadline

In a significant move to uphold academic integrity, the Manipur Government’s Higher & Technical Education Department has issued a directive requiring all government and government-aided college teachers to submit and verify their M.Phil./Ph.D. certificates—especially those from CMJ University, Meghalaya—by July 10, 2025. The order, triggered by the Supreme Court’s 2014 judgment against CMJ University, aims to root out fake or questionable degrees used for career advancements. Teachers failing to comply risk losing all benefits and privileges linked to unverified credentials, as the government reaffirms its zero-tolerance policy toward academic fraud and its commitment to transparency and meritocracy.

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Assam: 210 quintals of grains were seized after ration card holders in Goalpara were duped.

A major crackdown in Goalpara’s Balbala area has exposed a PDS rice scam after authorities seized 420 sacks of government-supplied rice—far exceeding the permitted limit—from two godowns operated by agent Aliul Rahman. This shocking discovery, just ahead of the scheduled distribution, has sparked outrage and demands for a comprehensive audit of PDS agents in the region, as allegations of diversion of PDS rice and buying ration cards for cash come to light. Police have detained the agent, and investigations are underway to address this serious breach of public trust and food security.

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After a CBI bribery arrest, NEHU formally suspends a professor in Meghalaya.

North-Eastern Hill University has officially suspended Professor Nirmalendu Saha, Dean of the School of Life Sciences and Professor of Zoology, following his arrest by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) during a sting operation at the Guwahati University Guest House. The suspension, triggered after Saha spent 48 hours in CBI custody, is in line with university protocol. Saha was apprehended while allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 3.43 lakh related to the award of supply contracts for scientific equipment. The ongoing investigation, which has uncovered collusion with a local businessman, continues as authorities search for additional evidence and possible accomplices.

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Cotton University’s vice chancellor bestowed the NCC’s “Honorary Colonel” rank in Assam

In a proud moment for the North Eastern Region, Prof. Ramesh Chandra Deka, Vice Chancellor of Cotton University, was formally conferred the rank of ‘Honorary Colonel’ and appointed ‘Colonel Commandant’ in the National Cadet Corps (NCC) on June 20, 2025. Recognized for his outstanding contributions to youth development and steadfast support for NCC activities, Prof. Deka is the only Vice Chancellor in the region to receive this prestigious honour this year. The ceremony, attended by senior NCC dignitaries and cadets, marked a historic milestone for both Cotton University and the NCC fraternity, reinforcing their shared vision of academic excellence and disciplined leadership for national progress.

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Amid increasing operational chaos, Air India cancels eight flights.

Air India has canceled eight flights—four domestic and four international—amid heightened maintenance demands and operational discrepancies, following the tragic Ahmedabad-London Gatwick crash that claimed 241 lives. The abrupt cancellations, announced without sufficient warning, have led to chaos at airports and frustration among passengers, despite the airline’s offer of full refunds or rebookings. These measures come after the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) ordered intensified inspections of Air India’s Boeing 787 fleet, resulting in further route suspensions and operational reductions across major international routes. The ongoing disruptions and recent technical incidents with other carriers have intensified concerns over aviation safety and oversight, highlighting long-standing challenges in India’s aviation infrastructure and the urgent need for transparency and reform.

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618 Bangladesh, 236 Pakistan accounts: Himanta flags social media surge backing Assam Congress

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has raised alarm over a spike in foreign-linked social media activity targeting the state’s political discourse, alleging the involvement of hardcore Islamic fundamentalist elements. Sarma revealed that 5,000 Facebook accounts—many from countries such as Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Afghanistan—have been activated in the past month, posting content supportive of Iran, Palestine, and Bangladeshi Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus. These accounts are focused on Assam, a particular political leader, and the Assam Congress, rather than national figures. A forensic audit is underway, with more revelations expected soon. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation to protect Assam’s political environment.

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 An NFR official examines the operating safety of all railway installations in Tripura.

Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) General Manager Chetan Kumar Shrivastava conducted a two-day inspection of key railway installations in Tripura on June 18 and 19. Starting at Dharmanagar station, he performed a window trailing inspection to Agartala, closely monitoring track and infrastructure safety. Shrivastava later visited the Agartala Coaching Depot, inaugurating a new Electronic Laboratory to enhance maintenance capabilities and inspecting staff living quarters to ensure crew well-being. Throughout his visit, he emphasized strict safety protocols and operational readiness, especially during the ongoing monsoon season. Officials were directed to remain vigilant to guarantee safe and smooth train operations across Tripura.

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Barak Bolchhe!

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ASSAM RIFLES DISTRIBUTES ESSENTIAL ITEMS IN  MANIPUR

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ASSAM RIFLES CONDUCTS MEDICAL AND OUTREACH CAMP

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Over the following two years, 150 Northeast goods will be GI-tagged.

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Over 1.46 lakh people visited Kaziranga National Park in the 2025–2026 season, indicating an increase in tourism in Assam.

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“Jyoti-Bishnu Antarjatik Kala Mandir,” the largest auditorium in NE, opens in Guwahati.

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42 new train stops are added by Northeast Frontier Railway throughout Assam and West Bengal.

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Four people were detained for damaging Christmas decorations at St. Mary’s School in Nalbari in Assam.

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Due to the NH-715 diversion proposal, locals block the Kaliabor–Jakhalabandha road in Assam.

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Dima Hasao tourism may suffer as Vistadome Express will be permanently discontinued on January 1 in Assam.

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Assam CM: 18 foreigners who tried to enter illegally were returned

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In an interstate operation, Tripura police find 24 missing young people from Siang, Arunachal.

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ASSAM RIFLES SEIZES HEROIN WORTH ₹14 CRORES IN CACHAR DISTRICT, ASSAM

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ASSAM RIFLES RECOVERS HUGE QUANTITY OF EXPLOSIVES ON JIRIBAM-TIPAIMUKH ROAD, MANIPUR

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ASSAM RIFLES NATIONAL INTEGRATION TOUR FOR JIRI IMA MEIRA PAIBI APUNBA LUP (JIMPAL) REACHES GUWAHATI

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ASSAM RIFLES NATIONAL INTEGRATION TOUR FOR JIRI IMA MEIRA PAIBI APUNBA LUP (JIMPAL) REACHES KOLKATA

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ASSAM RIFLES AND DRI SEIZES YABA TABLETS WORTH ₹39 CRORES IN CACHAR DISTRICT, ASSAM