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Tripura asks the Center for help in launching seaplane services.

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has requested central government support to introduce seaplane services connecting the Narikel Kunja island resort in Dumboor Lake, aiming to boost tourism in the state. The proposal, discussed with DoNER Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, highlights the need for a strategic framework to attract investments and identify high-potential tourism projects in Northeast India. Tripura Tourism Minister Sushanta Chowdhury has also held talks with private airlines to explore the feasibility of seaplane operations, which are expected to provide faster, scenic travel to major aquatic destinations like Narikel Kunja and Chobimura. The initiative is anticipated to offer unique travel experiences for tourists and contribute significantly to the local economy.

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Solar energy is becoming increasingly popular in Tripura, according to the Power Minister.

Tripura’s Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana has received an enthusiastic response, with thousands of households registering to install rooftop solar plants. Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath highlighted that the scheme enables families to generate their own electricity, significantly cut power bills, and earn additional income by supplying surplus energy to the grid. Over 13,500 households have registered under the scheme, and the state aims to bring at least 50,000 families on board, targeting 150 MW of solar power generation by March 2027. Subsidies are provided based on system capacity, making solar adoption more accessible, especially for economically weaker sections. The initiative is being actively promoted through awareness camps, and many consumers have already installed solar systems, achieving both financial and environmental benefits.

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Meghalaya introduces its first sailing yacht to promote sports and tourism.

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma inaugurated the state’s first-ever sailing yacht, Meghalinor, at Umiam Lake, marking a significant step towards boosting tourism and water sports in the region. The launch event, attended by key tourism officials, highlighted the government’s unified vision to create employment and livelihood opportunities, especially for the youth. Sangma emphasized that the initiative is not just symbolic but a concrete move to unlock Umiam Lake’s untapped potential, with plans underway to develop the area into a premier water sports and tourism destination. The government is also investing in infrastructure and expanding water-based activities such as sailing, kayaking, and canoeing, aiming to position Umiam as a hub for both leisure and competitive sports in Northeast India.

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Four East Kameng villages are cut off by landslides, and services are interrupted in Arunachal.

Four remote villages in the Bameng assembly constituency of East Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh—Embo Riang, Effa, Gadi Solung, and Lengdi Liyang—have been completely cut off from the Additional Deputy Commissioner headquarters after days of relentless rainfall triggered severe landslides. The resulting road washouts have halted all development activities and made daily commutes impossible. Residents are facing acute hardships, including a lack of water supply and electricity for several days, and continue to struggle with inadequate medical infrastructure. Parts of the Bameng Indoor Complex have also been damaged due to soil erosion. Locals are urgently appealing to authorities and elected representatives for immediate restoration of essential services and road connectivity.

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Meghalayan honeymoon turns murder: Police find murder weapon, wife still unaccounted for.

Meghalaya police have made a major breakthrough in the case of a missing honeymooning couple from Indore, recovering what they believe to be the murder weapon used in the killing of 29-year-old Raja Raghuvanshi. The freshly purchased dao—a traditional knife—was found during the investigation after Raja’s body was discovered in a deep gorge near Weisawdong Falls, eight days after he and his wife Sonam vanished during their trip to Sohra. District Police Chief Vivek Syiem confirmed the homicide, noting that the weapon appeared to have been bought specifically for the crime. Evidence collected at the scene, including fragments of a mobile phone, a smartwatch, and a woman’s shirt, suggests the couple may have been together during the incident. The ongoing search for Sonam continues, with authorities deploying drones and rescue teams despite challenging weather conditions. The case has raised serious concerns about tourist safety in Meghalaya, especially in the wake of a similar incident involving a foreign tourist earlier this year.

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ASSAM RIFLES EXTENDS HUMANITARIAN AID AND DISASTER RELIEF IN FLOOD AND LANDSLIDE-AFFECTED AREAS OF MANIPUR

Assam Rifles has extended critical humanitarian assistance across multiple locations in Manipur to combat monsoon-induced challenges. In Tatbung village, families facing rising water levels received vital ration supplies. Meanwhile, 62 civilians stranded by floods in Tuisilen village were swiftly evacuated by Assam Rifles using boats, with essential relief distributed. Simultaneously, landslides on key routes like NH 37 prompted immediate intervention, as Assam Rifles deployed manpower and equipment to restore connectivity. Their timely and coordinated response underscores their unwavering commitment to safeguarding communities during disasters.”

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Arunachal: On the Bana-Seppa route, a landslip kills seven people by plunging a car into a gorge.

A devastating landslide on Arunachal Pradesh’s Bana-Seppa Road swept a vehicle into a deep gorge, killing seven people, including two families and young children, late Friday night. The tragedy struck on National Highway 13 in East Kameng district, as relentless rainfall triggered the massive slide. Among the deceased were Sankar Aka (Sanju Badi), his wife Tasum Badi, and their two children, along with a pregnant woman and two children, reportedly the wife and children of Sichi Yame.
Rescue operations were severely hampered by continuous rain and treacherous conditions. Meanwhile, a Sumo vehicle carrying several passengers narrowly escaped disaster, stopping just at the edge of the landslide zone. Arunachal Pradesh Home Minister Mama Natung conveyed condolences, mourning the tragic loss and urging vigilance during the monsoon season.
The incident underscores the severe landslide risks in the region and raises concerns over road safety during extreme weather conditions.

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A landslip warning has been issued for the Shillong-Dawki route in Meghalaya due to the continuous rains.

Authorities in Meghalaya have issued a travel advisory after continuous rainfall rendered a stretch of the Shillong-Dawki road between Km 24+00 and Km 37+00 highly vulnerable to landslides. Commuters are urged to avoid non-essential travel as weather conditions remain severe across the state.

Additionally, heavy overnight rain has led to waterlogging and slow-moving traffic along National Highway-6, particularly in the 9th Mile, 12th Mile, and Jorabat areas. Ri Bhoi Police are actively clearing debris, including uprooted trees, to restore traffic flow. The public is advised to stay alert and follow official updates.

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Barak Bolchhe!

State

NIA charges ULFA (I) chief Paresh Baruah and two others in connection with the Assam IED bomb conspiracy.

Regional

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

State

Assam police reorganisation: Himanta’s “shoot-at-sight” directive results in Leena Doley being moved to Dhubri.

State

Cow head incident: 38 people are arrested as Assam IGP leads night patrols

State

Assam: According to ONGC, efforts are being made to contain the gas flow at Sivasagar.

State

Crop Insurance Week” will be held in the Tamulpur district of Assam to inform farmers about compensation claims

Regional

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

State

To improve services, Mizoram would corporateize its power and electricity department.

Local

5 people are detained in Sribhumi, 44,000 yaba pills are confiscated in Assam.

State

Reports from Assam Seven new cases of COVID-19 with no recent recovery.

Regional

Tripuran cannabis valued at Rs 30 lakh was confiscated by Assam Rifles.

Regional

Rajiv Gandhi University is the greatest in the Northeast and maintains its 13th-place ranking in India, making Arunachal Pradesh proud once more.

Regional

Manipur: Tension between Meitei and Kuki people in Imphal East is sparked by a farmland dispute.

State

Gas leakage continues following blowout at ONGC well in Assam’s Sibsagar district.

State

Pijush Hazarika, an Assam minister, evaluates the flood damage in Dibrugarh and guarantees long-term protection.

State

 Due to the heatwave, the Assam government has revised the work hours for tea garden workers.