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Prohibitive orders are issued by the Chirang district of Assam to protect public safety during the monsoon season.

Assam Health & Family Welfare and Irrigation Minister Ashok Singhal held virtual review meetings with officials and representatives from Goalpara and Biswanath districts to assess flagship government schemes and flood relief efforts. He emphasized timely implementation and inter-departmental coordination to ensure effective public service delivery.
Among the key initiatives reviewed were CMAAA 2.0 (rural development), Orunodoi 3.0 (financial aid for women), and Mission Basundhara 3.0 (land reforms). Singhal also monitored the construction of Model Anganwadi Centres, crucial for early childhood education.

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Former Gurcharan College Vice President Snehanshu Shekhar Bhattacharya and Social activist Priyadeep Misra Donates ₹50,000 to CM Relief Fund for Assam Flood Crisis.

Snehanshu Shekhar Bhattacharya, former Vice President of Gurcharan College, and social activist Priyadeep Misra donated ₹50,000 to the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund to support ongoing flood relief efforts in Assam. They personally handed over the cheque to Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma at the Deputy Commissioner’s Office in Silchar. CM Sarma praised their dedication to social service and encouraged their continued involvement. The donation comes at a crucial time as Assam battles severe flooding, affecting thousands across the state.

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When visiting flood-affected Lakhimpur, the Assam chief minister promises long-term fixes.

“Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma visited flood-hit areas of Lakhimpur district on Monday, where rising waters—exacerbated by water release from NEEPCO’s Ranganadi Dam—have submerged villages. He assured immediate relief and long-term mitigation efforts, discussing future safeguards with local officials and NEEPCO representatives. In Amtola, where the Pachnoi River embankment has been breached, Sarma ordered emergency measures and permanent restoration post-monsoon. Emphasizing accountability in dam water management, he announced an inquiry into potential negligence. With floods affecting nearly four lakh people across Assam, relief and rescue operations remain ongoing.”

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After being allegedly detained, an Indian woman was discovered in Bangladesh her family is demanding justice.

A 50-year-old woman from Assam’s Dhubri district, Dayjan Bibi, was found in Bangladesh under troubling circumstances, raising concerns about alleged forced deportation. Bangladeshi police reported that Bibi claimed Indian authorities pushed her across the border, while her husband accused Indian police of deceitfully taking her away. Documentational lapses in identity verification may have contributed to the situation, reflecting deeper issues in the sensitive border region. Authorities in both nations are expected to investigate, as Bibi remains in custody in Mymensingh, Bangladesh.”

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ASSAM RIFLES EXTENDS HUMANITARIAN AID AND DISASTER RELIEF IN FLOOD AND LANDSLIDE-AFFECTED AREAS OF MANIPUR

Assam Rifles has extended critical humanitarian assistance across multiple locations in Manipur to combat monsoon-induced challenges. In Tatbung village, families facing rising water levels received vital ration supplies. Meanwhile, 62 civilians stranded by floods in Tuisilen village were swiftly evacuated by Assam Rifles using boats, with essential relief distributed. Simultaneously, landslides on key routes like NH 37 prompted immediate intervention, as Assam Rifles deployed manpower and equipment to restore connectivity. Their timely and coordinated response underscores their unwavering commitment to safeguarding communities during disasters.”

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Air India discontinues its 50-year flight from Silchar to Kolkata.

Air India has ceased its Silchar-Kolkata flight operations, marking the end of its five-decade-long presence at Kumbhirgram Airport. Flight AI 754, departing at 7:55 am on Monday, was the last to operate this route. The suspension comes amid flood-related disruptions affecting Barak Valley’s rail and road connectivity. MP Parimal Suklabaidya has raised concerns, seeking intervention from Union authorities. Meanwhile, Indigo Airlines is reportedly planning a morning flight from Silchar to Guwahati, offering a potential alternative. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma has also discussed enhancing regional air connectivity, including plans for a greenfield airport in Silchar.

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Panic is caused by the Subansiri river flood near the NHPC dam in Lakhimpur.

A sudden surge in the Subansiri River’s water level due to heavy rainfall has triggered flooding in several villages of Assam’s Lakhimpur district, causing panic among residents. Villages in Ghunasuti Gaon Panchayat, including No.1 Naharani, Uriumtola, Koliyoni, Balibheta, and Borchapori, have been severely affected, with hundreds of people stranded. The flooding damaged a bamboo bridge, disrupting connectivity for 500 households. Relief and rescue operations by NDRF and SDRF are underway, with District Commissioner Pranab Jit Kakaty visiting the affected areas. Authorities have set up relief camps and medical aid centers to support those impacted.

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Floods in Manipur: Congress calls on the governor to declare a “state calamity”

The Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) has urged Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla to officially declare the ongoing flood situation in Manipur as a “State Calamity.” In a letter submitted by MP Bimol Akoijam, the Congress leader emphasized that such a declaration would streamline inter-departmental coordination, unlock financial assistance from the center, and facilitate relief and infrastructure restoration. The flooding has severely impacted multiple districts, with Imphal East among the worst affected. Given the early onset and intensity of this year’s monsoon, coupled with an orange alert issued by the India Meteorological Department, officials warn that the situation is likely to worsen.

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IAF saves 14 people stuck in a flooded river on the border between Assam and Arunachal

The Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully rescued 14 individuals stranded in the swollen Bomjir River along the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border on Sunday morning. The rescue, coordinated by the Tinsukia district administration and Arunachal Pradesh authorities, was carried out in response to a rapid rise in water levels due to continuous rainfall. Among those rescued, 13 were from Assam’s Tinsukia district, and one was from Arunachal Pradesh. Officials confirmed that all individuals have returned home safely, with Tinsukia District Commissioner Swapneel Paul praising the IAF’s swift intervention.

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Meghalaya: Due to the certificate vending delay, hawkers demonstrate at the Shillong Municipal Board

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Assam CM calls for action against USTM on forest land: demolish USTM and pray to God.

International

The High Commissioner of Bangladesh begins a three-day visit to Tripura.

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USTM, which was constructed on forest property, might disappear in two years: Biswa Sharma Himanta.

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ASSAM RIFLES CELEBRATES BIRTH ANNIVERSARY OF FREEDOM FIGHTER HAIPOU JADONANG AT KAMBIRON VILLAGE, MANIPUR

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The Election Commission decides on the electoral college and prepares for the vice presidential election.

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Commercial vehicles in Mizoram will not operate for a week in order to assist with NH-306 repairs.

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The centre approves Rs 69,342 cr rail projects in the Northeast and builds more than 16,000 km of roadways.

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Assam: With 148 tigers, Kaziranga is currently one of the densest tiger sanctuaries in the world.

State

Assam: Aaranyak’s Wildlife Genetics Lab is the first in the Northeast to estimate the tiger population.

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In a significant Manipur hills operation, 155 guns and 1652 ammunition were found.

State

Meghalaya detains two Assamese guys in possession of more than 50g of heroin.

Sports

Purple rice from Assam Agricultural University is registered under the Plant Variety Act.

State

Three people are being held for attacking Northeast students in Delhi with knives.

State

Protests break out in Assam after a man is killed following an alleged attack by BSF forces.

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ASSAM RIFLES ORGANISES A DAY WITH COMPANY COMMANDER IN BORO BEKERA, JIRIBAM