In a major breakthrough for regional security, Assam Rifles, in coordination with Manipur Police and CRPF, recovered a significant cache of arms and ammunition during a joint search operation in Uchathol and Jairalpokpi villages of Jiribam district, reinforcing efforts to restore peace and stability in the region.
In a remarkable display of humanitarian service, Assam Rifles provided essential medical aid to the remote village of T Motbung in Tamenglong district, Manipur, addressing critical healthcare needs and promoting hygiene awareness among residents.
The Tripura government has launched a location-based e-attendance system for teachers in government schools, requiring around 25,000 teachers across 4,912 schools to share their live location upon arrival. Introduced in June, this initiative ensures teachers mark their attendance only after physically entering school premises, with data uploaded in real time to a digital platform accessible by top education officials. While the system currently tracks only arrival times, it has already improved oversight and accountability, leading to better academic performance in several schools. To further enhance compliance, inter-district committees conduct surprise inspections, submitting their findings for necessary action. Officials view the system as a significant step toward boosting teacher presence and the overall quality of education in Tripura.
Street vendors and hawkers in Shillong’s Khyndailad area staged a protest on Monday morning against an eviction drive by the Shillong Municipal Board (SMB), refusing to vacate until relocation issues are addressed by the Provisional Town Vending Committee (PTVC). The eviction followed a June 21 government notification that designated the upper floor of the MUDA parking lot as a vending zone and declared the rest of Khyndailad a no-vending zone. Supported by the Meghalaya and Greater Shillong Progressive Hawkers and Street Vendors Association (MGSPHSVA), the vendors criticized flaws in the relocation process, including the failure of a digital survey and the issuance of vending licenses to shop owners instead of genuine hawkers. The MGSPHSVA demanded transparency and a participatory approach to redesign the hawkers’ space, while activist Angela Rangad condemned the forceful evictions, insisting that relocation must be based on a clear, inclusive plan.
Mizoram is set to be connected to the national capital by Rajdhani Express, Chief Minister Lalduhoma announced on Monday, marking a significant leap in the state’s railway connectivity.
In a commendable act of civic partnership, Assam Rifles supported the Kaimai Church in organizing a successful Children’s Bible Camp on 29 June 2025. With the provision of essential commodities and a mass feast, the event fostered unity, spiritual growth, and strengthened community bonds in the Kaimai region.
Commander Ronie Chowpoo has made history as the first officer from Arunachal Pradesh to command a frontline warship in the Indian Navy’s Eastern Fleet. Hailing from Nalong village in Namsai district, Chowpoo’s appointment is being celebrated as a landmark achievement for the state. Commissioned into the Navy in 2008 and an expert in communication and electronic warfare, he is a first-generation naval officer whose rise reflects years of dedication and professional excellence. Leaders from Arunachal Pradesh, including the Congress Committee, have hailed his accomplishment as a source of immense pride and inspiration, underscoring the growing contributions of the state’s people to national service and defence. Commander Chowpoo’s new role stands as a beacon for aspiring defence personnel from the Northeast.
“Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha inaugurated the state’s first cybercrime police station at AD Nagar, Agartala, emphasizing the urgent need to combat the growing threat of cybercrime in the digital era. Calling smartphones with internet access ‘more dangerous than an AK-47,’ Saha highlighted the risks posed by technology misuse and urged the police to enhance their technical capabilities. The new cybercrime police station will serve as the central unit for investigating complex online offences, with specially trained officers ready to address rising cases of cyberbullying, blackmail, and financial fraud. Authorities encouraged citizens to report suspicious activity, reaffirming the government’s commitment to digital safety.”
“Acting on credible intelligence regarding the presence of arms smugglers and middlemen in the greater Imphal area, Manipur Police, under the leadership of Senior Superintendent of Police Rakesh Balwal, conducted a covert operation on June 24. The operation resulted in the arrest of five United National Liberation Front-Pambei (UNLF-P) insurgents and the seizure of several US-made firearms, including Smith and Wesson, Sig Sauer, Glock, Browning, Keltec, and Beretta pistols, along with assorted ammunition. Initial investigations suggest the weapons may have been smuggled from Myanmar, prompting security agencies to probe possible links with Myanmar-based insurgent groups operating along the border.”
Marking a transformative chapter in Mizoram’s transportation landscape, the ambitious 51.38-km Bairabi–Sairang railway line is now fully completed and awaiting inauguration. The project, aimed at connecting Aizawl — the capital of Mizoram — with India’s vast railway network, has successfully overcome formidable geographical, engineering, and logistical challenges.
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