“The 1st Battalion of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) conducted an intensive mobilisation drill in Assam to enhance monsoon preparedness. The training involved 18 flood rescue teams, deployed rapidly to the Mini Stadium at Sonapur in Kamrup Metro district. Over 550 rescuers, including women rescuers and a canine squad, participated in realistic flood rescue simulations addressing common challenges in the northeastern region. Supervised by Commandant Sh HPS Kandari, the drill aimed to strengthen operational readiness for handling emergencies such as floods, landslides, and earthquakes. The NDRF reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding lives and livelihoods through this initiative.”

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma: NSA to Be Imposed on Anyone Making Anti-India Statements
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced that anyone making anti-India statements or supporting Pakistan will be arrested under the National Security Act (NSA). This comes after the arrest of 11 individuals, including an MLA, for alleged anti-India remarks over the Pahalgam terror attack.