Nagaland: Chargesheet against 25 in land encroachment case at Dimapur Airport

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the Dimapur airport land encroachment case has filed a chargesheet against 25 private individuals and is awaiting sanction to prosecute six public servants implicated in the scam. The SIT, acting on directives from the Nagaland Home Department, uncovered evidence of illegal encroachment and the use of forged documents following a detailed inquiry. A regular criminal case was registered at the State Crime Police Station in Kohima, leading to charges of criminal conspiracy, cheating, and forgery under the IPC. The chargesheet was submitted to the court in Dimapur, while district authorities simultaneously launched an eviction drive, dismantling structures built on encroached airport land.

Five Manipur districts have lifted their internet service bans.

The Manipur government on Friday lifted the suspension of internet and mobile data services in five valley districts—Imphal West, Imphal East, Thoubal, Kakching, and Bishnupur—from 6 a.m. onward. The suspension, originally imposed on June 7 for five days, followed violent protests triggered by the arrest of Arambai Tenggol leader Ashem Kanan Singh by the CBI at Imphal airport. With improved law and order and to ease public inconvenience, the government decided to restore internet access. Earlier, curfew hours were relaxed in these districts, and the Arambai Tenggol group also announced a relaxation of its shutdown call. The government urged citizens to avoid activities that could lead to further internet shutdowns.

Drug raid in Manipur: Meth worth Rs 22 cr was found along the Indo-Myanmar border.

In a major crackdown on organized drug syndicates, security forces in Manipur, with support from the Assam Rifles, seized over 57 kilograms of methamphetamine tablets valued at approximately Rs. 22 crores. The illicit consignment, smuggled through the Indo-Myanmar border and bound for Silchar, Assam, was intercepted in Imphal West district after being concealed in the roof ceiling of a Tata truck. The driver, Nawaj Sharif, was arrested at the scene. This operation highlights the growing challenge of narcotics trafficking in Northeast India, where porous borders and insurgent activities facilitate the movement of drugs, posing significant threats to regional security and public health.

Three citizens of Bangladesh and a narcotics dealer are arrested  in Tripura.

In a determined effort to curb cross-border crimes, the Border Security Force (BSF) Tripura Frontier has recently apprehended three Bangladeshi nationals for illegal infiltration and an Indian drug peddler in possession of 48 kilograms of ganja. Additionally, BSF personnel seized 275 mobile phones valued at approximately Rs 65 lakhs during a special operation in Sepahijala district. These actions, carried out in coordination with local police and based on specific intelligence, underscore the BSF’s ongoing commitment to tackling smuggling, illegal infiltration, and other criminal activities along the India-Bangladesh border in Tripura.

Itanagar burglary solved as Gold recovered, suspect apprehended in Assam

On 31st May 2025, a burglary at a government employee’s residence in C-Sector, Itanagar, led to the swift registration of a case and the formation of a dedicated police investigation team. The accused, Bamin Ronya of Ziro, was apprehended in Harmutty, Assam, with the stolen gold jewellery and valuables, which were promptly recovered and returned to the owner. Further inquiries revealed Ronya’s involvement in multiple burglaries across the state, with property from related cases also recovered.

Significantly, this case marked the district’s first full use of the eSakshya digital platform, which enabled real-time documentation of police operations, statement recordings, and evidence seizures. The successful application of eSakshya ensured transparency and integrity throughout the investigation, demonstrating the Itanagar Police’s commitment to modern, technology-driven law enforcement and enhanced public trust.

An AI plane crash is thought to have killed over 200 people, including former Gujarat chief minister Vijay Rupani.

An Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner (AI171) carrying 242 people crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Thursday, resulting in over 200 fatalities in one of India’s deadliest aviation disasters. The London-bound aircraft burst into flames upon impact, with rescue teams facing immense challenges amid the wreckage. Among the victims was former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani. Authorities reported only one miraculous survivor, Vishwaskumar Ramesh, who was pulled from the debris and is recovering in hospital. The crash also caused significant damage to BJ Medical College and the city civil hospital, with additional casualties reported at the medical complex. Tata Group, Air India’s parent company, has announced a comprehensive aid package for victims’ families and pledged support for rebuilding efforts. Investigations into the cause of the crash are ongoing as communities mourn the tragic loss.

Prime suspect and five others nabbed after missing youth discovered in freezer in Tripura

Tripura police uncovered a shocking murder mystery on Wednesday, recovering the remains of 28-year-old Shariful Islam from a freezer located 112 kilometers from his Agartala home. Six individuals have been arrested in connection with the crime, with investigations revealing a love triangle as the primary motive. Shariful had gone missing on the night of June 8. His body was found hidden inside an ice-cream parlor freezer at a shop in Gandatwisa, owned by Dipak Saha. According to police, the prime accused, Dibakar Saha, allegedly strangled Shariful in the presence of accomplices, then transported his body in a trolley bag to his family’s shop, where it was concealed in the freezer. Those arrested include Dibakar Saha, Jaydip Das, Nabanita Das, Animesh Yadav, and Dibakar’s parents, Dipak and Debika Saha

With the commissioning of the Bairabi-Sairang section, Mizoram joins the national rail network.

The Bairabi-Sairang railway line in Mizoram was officially commissioned on Tuesday, signifying the “full integration” of the state into India’s national railway network. Spanning 51.38 km of broad gauge track, the line was authorized after a thorough safety inspection by the Commission of Railway Safety (CRS). The final 33.86 km stretch from Hortoki to Sairang underwent rigorous checks, including speed trials and inspections by foot and motor trolley. The new route features 32 tunnels and 35 major bridges, traversing challenging hilly terrain. With CRS approval for both passenger and freight movement at speeds up to 90 km/h, the project now provides direct rail access to Aizawl for the first time, marking a significant milestone for Mizoram’s connectivity.