Two separate drowning incidents have cast a pall of gloom over Cachar district, with a teenager and a young man feared dead in the Sonai and Barak rivers. Rescue operations were launched but had to be suspended due to nightfall.
ASSAM RIFLES ORGANISES FRIENDLY VOLLEYBALL MATCHES
Assam Rifles organised friendly volleyball matches at Kaimai on 26 April 2025, promoting camaraderie, sportsmanship, and unity among local communities and security forces. The event strengthened ties through active participation and mutual trust.
The first multidisciplinary research journal in Northeast India is launched by Tezpur University.
Tezpur University released the second issue of its Multidisciplinary Research Journal (MRJ), a peer-reviewed quarterly publication celebrated as the first of its kind in Northeast India. Highlighting interdisciplinary research, the MRJ features contributions from 74 authors across 25 institutions, addressing key issues such as health, environmental protection, and cultural heritage. Vice-Chancellor Shambhu Nath Singh emphasized the role of the National Education Policy 2020 in fostering the university’s commitment to innovative, multidisciplinary education and research.
At state expense, six of Yunus’ press secretaries use iPhone Pro Max devices.
Six Press secretaries in Bangladesh’s interim authority, under Chief Advisor Mohammad Yunus, have drawn public criticism after upgrading to iPhone 16 Pro Max devices at government expense, costing BDT 1,361,994. Allegations of corruption and misuse of power have also surfaced against student coordinators pivotal in the 2024 regime change, including unverified investments in properties and undeclared foreign bank accounts. These issues highlight growing concerns over governance and accountability in the interim administration.
Pangin village in Arunachal Pradesh was designated a “Clean Model Village.”
Pangin village in Arunachal Pradesh’s Siang district was inaugurated as a Clean Model Village (CMV) under the ‘Swachhta Hi Seva’ initiative, becoming the district’s third CMV after Pagak and Lokpeng. Led by Circle Officer Niyang Pertin, the transformation emphasized community participation, leveraging government schemes, and infrastructure development. Achievements included the revival of the Ruteng stream, creation of eco-tourism facilities, and beautification projects. Minister Ojing Tasing commended the villagers for exemplifying cleanliness and progress, while MLA Oken Tayeng highlighted Siang’s potential for adventure tourism and self-reliance through youth training and tourism initiatives.
Vehicles Arranged by District Administration to Transport Polling Personnel for Panchayat Election 2025
The District Administration, Cachar, has arranged vehicles to transport appointed polling personnel to the ISBT, Silchar, ahead of the Panchayat Election 2025. For further details, the public is requested to refer to the attached document.
Ratabari Police Nab Kamal Uddin for Abusive Video Against PM Modi After Pahalgam Attack
Ratabari Police have arrested Kamal Uddin for posting a controversial video on social media that contained threats and offensive language directed at Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The video, which went viral, sparked outrage, leading to Uddin’s arrest despite his subsequent apology, claiming he was intoxicated when the video was filmed. An FIR was filed based on the content of the video, and Uddin was taken into custody.
India and France Sign Historic Defence Agreement for 26 Rafale Marine Fighter Jets
India and France have formally signed a defence agreement for 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets, valued at over Rs 63,000 crore, strengthening the Indian Navy’s capabilities with the new addition to INS Vikrant’s fleet.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Orders Crackdown on Aadhaar Holders Not Registered in NRC
In a significant move to tighten the identification process, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced a strict crackdown on Aadhaar cardholders who are neither included in the National Register of Citizens (NRC) nor have applied for inclusion. This decision comes in the wake of ongoing efforts to secure proper documentation and identify illegal migrants in the state. The government aims to address discrepancies and ensure that only legitimate residents are registered, while taking action against those who fail to meet the necessary criteria.
Complaint Filed Against Bangladeshi Student for Political Commentary on Pahalgam Terrorist Attack
Subhash Choudhury has filed a formal complaint with Kerala Police against Sadman Shahoriar, a Bangladeshi student at NIT Calicut, for mocking the Pahalgam terrorist attack on Facebook. The complaint cites violations of the Foreigners Act 1946, which restricts foreign nationals from engaging in political activities in India. Choudhury has called for immediate legal action from Assam Police and the state’s Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma.