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In Assam, a new species of day gecko named after Brahmaputra was found.

A new species of diurnal gecko, Cnemaspis brahmaputra, has been discovered on the northern bank of the Brahmaputra River in Assam, near the historic Dirgheswari Temple. Unlike most geckos in the region, this species is active during the day and is only the second of its kind recorded in Northeast India. Published in the journal Taprobanica, the discovery highlights a significant biogeographic link between Sri Lanka and Northeast India. Named after the Brahmaputra River for its ecological significance, the species is genetically distinct from its Sri Lankan relatives and adds to Assam’s rich biodiversity.

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Assam: Farmers and cattle in Mechagarh are impacted by ONGC pipeline leaks

Weeks after capping a gas blowout at its Rudrasagar oilfield, ONGC is now facing fresh backlash as crude oil leaks from its pipelines have contaminated vast stretches of farmland and water bodies in Assam’s Sivasagar district. Bursting of pipelines in Mechagarh has affected hundreds of bighas of agricultural land, threatened livestock health, and damaged local fish habitats. Residents allege that such incidents have become routine, with poor pipeline maintenance and little to no compensation from the energy major. Local farmers fear major crop losses this growing season due to the continued spread of crude oil across paddy fields.

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86 illicit firearms are seized by security forces in a significant operation throughout Manipur.

In a major joint operation across five valley districts in Manipur, security forces recovered 86 illegal weapons and nearly 1,000 rounds of ammunition, marking one of the largest crackdowns in recent months. Acting on specific intelligence inputs, combined teams of Manipur Police, CAPFs, the Indian Army, and Assam Rifles conducted simultaneous raids in Imphal East, Imphal West, Kakching, Thoubal, and Bishnupur. The seized arms included AK-series rifles, SLRs, pistols, and explosives such as grenades and mortar shells. Inspector General of Police (Zone-II) K Kabib described the operation as a significant step toward curbing illegal arms proliferation and restoring peace in the region.

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A rights group is suing over claims that minorities in Bangladesh are being harassed.

The Human Rights Congress for Bangladesh Minorities (HRCBM) has filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in the Bangladesh Supreme Court, seeking urgent intervention against what it describes as a pattern of legal harassment and false criminal cases targeting religious minorities. The petition highlights the misuse of First Information Reports (FIRs) to intimidate and dispossess minority communities, with a focus on the ongoing detention of monk and social reformer Chinmoy Krishna Brahmachari on allegedly fabricated charges. The HRCBM calls for judicial reforms, including mandatory preliminary investigations before filing FIRs in sensitive cases and disciplinary action against officials involved in malicious prosecutions. The PIL warns that the weaponisation of false cases represents a dangerous evolution of anti-minority violence in Bangladesh. The High Court is yet to schedule a hearing on the matter.

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Assam: Pakistani hackers compromised the remote login system of Gauhati University Library.

The website of Gauhati University’s Krishna Kanta Handiqui Library was hacked on Sunday night by suspected Pakistan-based hackers, disrupting student access to vital e-resources. The attackers defaced the site with pro-Pakistan and anti-India messages, including slogans about Kashmir. University officials detected the breach early Monday and quickly worked to restore control, coordinating with the Indian Access Management Federation to secure the system. While access to the library’s digital resources has been restored, the incident has raised serious concerns among students, who are calling for stronger cybersecurity measures. University authorities have yet to issue a detailed official statement.

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To improve access in the isolated Northeast, a passport Seva mobile van was flagged off in Guwahati.

In a move to improve passport service accessibility in remote and rural areas of Northeast India, the Ministry of External Affairs launched the Passport Seva Mobile Van service in Guwahati as part of its “Passport Seva Aapke Dwar” programme. Inaugurated by Dr. K.J. Srinivasa, Joint Secretary and Chief Passport Officer, the mobile van will enable residents in far-flung regions under the Guwahati Regional Passport Office to complete the entire passport application process without traveling to distant Passport Seva Kendras. This initiative aims to strengthen last-mile delivery of citizen services and promote inclusive, citizen-friendly governance. Dr. Srinivasa highlighted that similar vans have been allocated to each of the 37 Regional Passport Offices nationwide, with plans for further expansion.

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Arunachal Pradesh worker shot in Assam dies from wounds; suspect detained.

A construction labourer from Assam, Shankar Pegu, died after being shot in the head at a worksite in Roing, Arunachal Pradesh’s Lower Dibang Valley district, following a reported dispute over financial matters. The accused, Tadar Bhai of Papum Pare district, drove the injured man over 400 km to a hospital in Naharlagun instead of seeking immediate treatment nearby. Pegu succumbed to his injuries early Monday morning. Police have arrested the accused and recovered the weapon. The case has been registered under murder and arms act provisions, and authorities are investigating the delay in medical attention. This marks the second violent incident involving migrant labourers in the district within a week, prompting the imposition of prohibitory orders in the area.

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A man was detained in Assam for posting offensive videos of his wife on social media.

A 28-year-old man, Zakir Hussain, has been arrested in the Bajarisora Police Station area of Sribhumi district for allegedly recording and circulating objectionable photos and videos of his wife on social media without her consent. According to police, Hussain secretly filmed intimate moments and later shared the content via Facebook and WhatsApp, leading to its rapid spread online.

The victim discovered the breach of her privacy and dignity and promptly filed a complaint with local authorities. Police acted swiftly, arresting Hussain and seizing the mobile phone used in the crime. He was subsequently produced before the local court and remanded to district jail.

The incident has sparked widespread condemnation, with community members expressing outrage over the violation of trust within a marital relationship. Authorities have reiterated the importance of digital privacy and warned of strict action against those misusing social media for exploitative or defamatory purposes.

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Himanta Biswa Sharma claims that the Assam police had nothing to do with the reported drone strike on the ULFA(I) camp.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday, July 13, clarified that the state government has received no official communication confirming reports of a drone strike on a United Liberation Front of Asom–Independent (ULFA-I) camp. Addressing media queries, Sarma emphasized that Assam Police had no involvement in the alleged incident, which ULFA(I) claims killed several top leaders during a funeral gathering. “There has been no strike from the soil of Assam,” the Chief Minister stated, adding that further clarity would come from the Indian Army if such an operation had taken place. As of now, neither the Ministry of Defence nor the Indian Army has issued any official statement regarding the purported attack, while ULFA(I) has threatened retaliation and accused Indian security forces of responsibility. The situation remains under close watch, with authorities awaiting further information through official channels.

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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