A massive forest fire erupted in the Nadipar area near Dirang town, Arunachal Pradesh, engulfing several acres of forest land. Swift action by multiple agencies, including the ITBP, local police, and fire services, brought the blaze under control by Thursday evening, April 24. Fortunately, no casualties or property damage were reported.
Heightened tensions along the Line of Control (LoC) erupted into small arms firing initiated by the Pakistan Army, prompting retaliation from Indian troops. No casualties were reported on the Indian side. This escalation follows the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives, and Islamabad’s issuance of a no-fly zone over the Arabian Sea. Separately, a gunfight in Bandipora, Jammu and Kashmir, left a terrorist and two security officers injured during a search operation.
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A Hindu family from Silchar, Assam, narrowly escaped a tragic end during a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, which claimed 26 lives. As the attackers confronted them, Professor Debasees Bhattacharya’s presence of mind and knowledge of the Islamic Kalima saved his family. This harrowing event has sparked discussions about safety, religious identity, and the growing menace of terrorism. In response, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) has announced stringent measures, with Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri outlining India’s course of action against Pakistan.
Assam Rifles played a crucial role in extricating an oil tanker stuck due to an under-construction drain on NH-37 near Oinamlong Village, Tamenglong District. Their swift action prevented the truck from overturning, ensuring the restoration of traffic flow on this vital highway, which is a lifeline for Manipur. This timely intervention reflects their commitment to emergency response and regional normalcy.
The Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) proposed a budget of ₹475.83 crore for the fiscal year 2025-26, with an expenditure projection of ₹476.50 crore, resulting in a deficit of ₹72.02 lakh. AMC Mayor Dipak Majumder expressed confidence in addressing the gap through internal revenue sources and central government initiatives. The budget prioritizes urban development, focusing on infrastructure, sanitation, and community welfare programs.
Tensions escalated in Manipur’s Kamjong district as unidentified assailants targeted Gampal and Haiyang villages, setting ablaze several homes in the Sahamphung sub-division. At least seven houses were destroyed in this suspected arson attack, prompting the district administration to impose an indefinite curfew under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). Security forces have been deployed, and investigations are underway to identify the perpetrators.
A tragic incident has shaken Guwahati during the Rongali Bihu celebrations, as a 19-year-old university student was allegedly sexually assaulted in a hotel room by a man she met via a dating app. The accused, identified as Hemanta Sonowal from Digboi, had introduced himself as an HPCL employee. After moving their conversation from the dating app to Instagram, he persuaded the victim to meet him at a hotel in Hatigaon, where the alleged assault occurred.
The traumatized victim informed her family, who promptly filed a complaint at Noonmati Police Station. Police responded swiftly, tracing and arresting the accused in Bhangagarh. Authorities have confirmed that a thorough investigation is underway and assured that strict legal action will be taken.
This distressing case underscores the urgent need for vigilance in online interactions and continued advocacy for survivor support and justice.
In one of the deadliest attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, Lashkar-e-Taiba-linked terrorists targeted a group of tourists in Pahalgam on Tuesday, killing at least 26 people, including foreign nationals, and injuring several others. The Resistance Front (TRF), an offshoot of Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility for the attack, which took place in the Baisaran Meadows area. Eyewitnesses reported that two to three terrorists, dressed in military fatigues, opened fire indiscriminately at tourists enjoying horseback rides.
The attackers reportedly asked victims about their religion before executing them. Among the deceased were a mix of local and international victims, including names such as Sushil Nathyal, Syed Adil Hussain Shah, and foreign nationals like Neeraj Udhawani and Shubham Dwivedi.
In response to the attack, Prime Minister Narendra Modi returned to New Delhi early and convened an emergency meeting with National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar. A crucial meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) is scheduled to take place later today, as the nation grapples with the aftermath of the brazen assault.
Chief Minister Manik Saha inaugurated a newly constructed Higher Secondary School in Amtali on Tuesday, underscoring the state’s focus on advancing educational infrastructure. Additionally, he virtually inaugurated new facilities for five other schools in Tripura, emphasizing education as the backbone of a thriving society. These efforts aim to provide improved learning environments and support ongoing educational reforms, including teacher training and digital tools integration. Meanwhile, Tripura is celebrating its cultural heritage with the ‘Garia and Borsho Boron Utsav’ in Agartala, showcasing indigenous performances and traditional cuisine alongside the state’s educational initiatives.
On the morning of April 22, the Gauhati High Court received a bomb threat via email from an unknown group calling themselves the “Madras Tigers.” The group claimed to have planted explosive devices within the court premises. In response, local authorities immediately deployed a police team to search the building. As of now, no devices have been found, and police believe the threat may be a hoax. Despite the scare, court operations continued without disruption. Authorities are continuing their investigation to assess the validity of the threat and ensure public safety
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