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Guwahati: Residents of Hatigaon express their outrage over the complete excavation of a major road without prior notice.

A vital road connecting Hatigaon Main Road to Lakhimi Nagar, Journalist Colony, and Janakpur in Guwahati has been completely excavated by a contractor building a culvert drain, sparking strong protests from residents and commuters. The work, carried out without advance notice or consultation, has rendered the road unusable and caused severe disruptions to daily life. Locals have condemned the move as irresponsible and are demanding immediate accountability and a clear timeline for restoration, while municipal authorities have yet to issue a statement on the matter.

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In H1 2025, Apple sets a new “iPhone manufacturing record” in India.

Apple has set a new milestone in India, achieving its fastest-ever growth in iPhone production and exports in the first half of 2025. According to market research firms Canalys and CMR, iPhone output surged 53% year-on-year to 23.9 million units, while exports rose 52% to 22.88 million units valued at $22.56 billion. The United States emerged as the largest destination for Indian-made iPhones, receiving 78% of exports. The Prime Minister’s Office celebrated the achievement, highlighting India’s expanding role in global tech manufacturing. The Tata Group has also become a significant exporter, now accounting for nearly 40% of India’s iPhone exports. This rapid growth underscores Apple’s growing confidence in India as a core manufacturing base and provides a major boost to the ‘Make in India’ initiative.

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A ceasefire in Chin state has allowed over 3,000 Myanmar refugees to return home.

Nearly 3,000 refugees from Myanmar who recently took shelter in Mizoram have returned to their villages following a temporary ceasefire between rival Chin rebel groups. The exodus began after armed clashes in early July forced over 4,500 civilians from Myanmar’s Chin state to cross into Mizoram’s Champhai district. Most refugees stayed in border villages such as Zokhawthar and Vaiphai; officials say the return movement accelerated after the ceasefire took effect on July 12. Mizoram, which shares a 510-km border with Myanmar, has provided shelter to over 32,000 refugees since the 2021 military coup. Authorities plan to initiate biometric and demographic data collection of remaining refugees by the end of July to aid in identification and monitoring.

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Assam: According to Swachh Survekshan 2024–2025, Guwahati is the cleanest capital in the Northeast.

In a striking turnaround, Guwahati has been recognized as the cleanest capital city in the Northeast in the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 rankings, a dramatic improvement from its previous position as one of the region’s dirtiest urban centers. Announcing the achievement on Thursday, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma credited dedicated cleanliness initiatives, enhanced waste management systems, and widespread public participation for the city’s progress. Key projects such as door-to-door garbage collection, expanded recycling facilities, the use of smart technology, and community engagement were highlighted as driving forces behind the transformation. Urban experts have lauded Guwahati’s example for other northeastern capitals, while the state government has pledged to build on these gains and continue elevating cleanliness standards.

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Assam: Axom Nagarik Samaj accuses corporate land acquisition and denounces govtment evictions.

The Axom Nagarik Samaj has strongly condemned recent government eviction drives in Assam’s Dhubri and Goalpara districts, alleging a conspiracy to facilitate land grabs for multinational corporations under Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s leadership. In a press release, the organization accused the government of systematically alienating land from ordinary citizens and handing it over to corporate groups, including Adani and Ambani, for major projects. Highlighting examples such as the Barduar satellite town and solar and thermal power projects, the Samaj said the evictions disproportionately harm indigenous, tribal, and immigrant communities who often lack formal land rights. The statement urged the government to prioritize granting land rights to local farmers and condemned ongoing policies that, according to the organization, benefit large corporations at the expense of Assam’s vulnerable populations.

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Bangladesh Army officers force the Gopalganj corpses to be buried and cremated quickly without an examination in an attempt to hide the truth.

A day after at least four people were killed in army firing in Gopalganj, south-central Bangladesh, the military hastily buried the bodies without conducting mandatory autopsies, despite the presence of mortuary facilities at Gopalganj General Hospital. Unofficial reports suggest the death toll may be as high as 19, with at least nine others injured and hospitalized. Video evidence and eyewitness accounts point to the use of excessive force by the 55th Infantry Division, whose commanding officers were identified as having authorized the firing on unarmed civilians and Awami League party cadres. Despite mounting evidence, the Army’s public relations wing claimed the firing was in “self-defence.” The incident has sparked public outcry, particularly over the lack of medico-legal procedures and transparency in handling the aftermath.

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Two are detained by the NIA in an Assam IED conspiracy connected to ULFA(I).

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested two individuals, Bhargob Gogoi and Sumu Gogoi, from Assam’s Dibrugarh district in connection with a plot by the banned militant group ULFA (Independent) to carry out a series of IED blasts across Assam during last year’s Independence Day celebrations. According to officials, the accused were directly involved in the conspiracy to plant explosives aimed at spreading fear and destabilizing the region. The arrests bring the total number of suspects held in the case to three. The NIA, which took over the investigation from Dispur Police in September 2023, continues to probe what it describes as a terror conspiracy aimed at disrupting peace and threatening national security.

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Due to a failing highway, truckers bring the Mizoram government to court.

Raising concerns over Mizoram’s crumbling road infrastructure, the Mizoram Truck Drivers Association (MTDA) has filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) against the state government and a construction company regarding the severe deterioration of National Highways 306 and 6. These highways, considered the state’s primary supply routes, have reportedly become hazardous, especially the Kawnpui-Sairang stretch of NH-306 and the 118–133 km segment of NH-6, where potholes and frequent landslides have endangered lives and disrupted transport. Despite government claims of spending over ₹311 crore on repairs, the MTDA alleges poor-quality work and repeated supply disruptions. Tensions peaked recently when emergency roadworks by local tipper operators led to a six-day suspension of truck movement and a resulting fuel shortage statewide. The situation has also triggered political unrest, with opposition parties demanding the resignation of Chief Minister Lalduhoma and PWD Minister Vanlalhlana, accusing them of negligence in maintaining the state’s vital road link.

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Five officers from the 55th Infantry Division of the Bangladesh Army are reported to be directly involved in the Gopalganj shooting.

On July 16, clashes in Gopalganj between Bangladeshi Army troops and Awami League supporters turned deadly, resulting in at least four confirmed deaths and multiple injuries. The Army’s 55th Infantry Brigade, led by Major General J M Imdadul Islam, reportedly authorized the use of live fire to disperse protesters blocking roads in the Awami League stronghold. Videos surfaced showing soldiers firing directly into crowds following verbal orders from officers. The incident exposed deep political tensions, with allegations of coordination between the Army and opposition groups, while neither the Army chief nor the interim government expressed regret over the violence. A curfew was imposed as authorities sought to regain control amid widespread unrest.

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Bangladesh: The rise of People Power in Gopalganj.

On Tuesday, Gopalganj witnessed a tragic loss as twenty brave sons fell victim to organised violence when the army acted against them. This was not just a clash but an expression of People Power rising against an unconstitutional regime that, over the past year, has waged a calculated assault on Bangladesh’s hard-won history and heritage. Since the overthrow of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s government, the nation has endured political repression, imprisonments, assassinations of activists, and systematic attempts to erase the legacy of the 1971 War of Liberation.

Amid demolitions of historic sites, bans on nationalist slogans like Joi Bangla, and the legitimization of collaborationist factions, the people of Gopalganj stood firm. Their resistance was a decisive rebuke to fascism and a powerful assertion that the nation’s dignity and history will not be desecrated. Despite curfews and crackdowns, this spirit echoes the vibrant People Power that once fueled the liberation struggle — a reminder that no repression can silence the quest for justice and freedom in Bangladesh.

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

State

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

National

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

Regional

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

Regional

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

State

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.

Regional

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.

Regional

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