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Prohibition measures are enforced in the Cachar area of Assam near the India-Bangladesh border.

The Cachar district administration in Assam has enforced prohibitory orders along the India-Bangladesh border to curb extremist movements and smuggling. Invoking Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), the order restricts movement within one kilometre of the border and bans boating, fishing, and nighttime transportation of essential goods near the frontier. Issued by District Magistrate Mridul Yadav, the directive aims to strengthen security and maintain public order, remaining effective for two months unless withdrawn earlier.

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Three pangolin scales weighing more than 220 kg were detained at the Barpeta train station in Assam.

“Authorities seized over 220 kilograms of pangolin scales in a major operation at Barpeta Road Railway Station, Assam, on October 13, 2025. The consignment, one of the largest in recent years, was found on the Bengaluru–Guwahati Express traveling from Chennai to Guwahati.

The operation was carried out jointly by Manas National Park staff, the Narcotics Control Bureau (Guwahati Zonal Unit), the 64th Battalion of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), and the Railway Protection Force (RPF).

Three individuals, including a woman, were arrested and are being held under Section 51 of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. Four mobile phones recovered from the suspects are under examination to track the larger trafficking network.

Officials said the seizure underlines the growing efforts of enforcement agencies to combat wildlife trafficking and protect endangered species such as the pangolin, which is among the world’s most trafficked mammals.”

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In Assam, more than 220 kg of pangolin scales were found on a train; three were detained.

“In one of the biggest wildlife trafficking crackdowns in recent times, authorities in Assam on Tuesday seized over 220 kilograms of pangolin scales from a passenger train at Barpeta Road railway station and arrested three persons, including a woman, officials said.

The contraband, believed to have been transported from Chennai to Guwahati, was intercepted during a joint operation by teams from Manas National Park and Tiger Reserve, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Shastra Seema Bal (SSB) and the Railway Protection Force (RPF).

Confirming the seizure, Manas National Park Field Director C. Ramesh said the haul marks ‘a significant breakthrough’ in the fight against illegal wildlife trafficking in the region.

‘This operation highlights the robust coordination among enforcement agencies and reflects India’s growing resolve to protect endangered species like the pangolin — one of the most trafficked mammals in the world,’ Ramesh said.

Officials said investigations are underway to trace the broader network involved in smuggling the wildlife material.”​

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In Jharkhand, a CRPF jawan was slain. IED bomb buried in Nagaon, Assam

“The mortal remains of CRPF head constable Mahendra Laskar, who was killed in an IED explosion in Jharkhand’s Saranda forest, were laid to rest with full honours at his native Kuwariati village in Assam’s Nagaon district. His tricolour-draped coffin was received by grief-stricken villagers and attended by local dignitaries, including Nagaon MLAs, the District Commissioner, and senior CRPF officials. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed his condolences, stating the nation will remember Laskar’s supreme sacrifice with gratitude. Laskar had suffered critical injuries, along with two others, in twin blasts allegedly triggered by CPI (Maoist) insurgents, and succumbed while under treatment in Rourkela, Odisha.”

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Under the global employment scheme, Assam will send 50,000 young people to Japan: CM

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said Assamese youth have strong global potential and should utilise opportunities under the India–Japan Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) visa scheme. He announced a major fee reduction for the programme, bringing candidates’ share down to Rs 30,000, with support from both governments and Axis Bank. JLPT N2-level Japanese proficiency will be required, and training has begun at Amingaon with plans to expand to Gauhati and Dibrugarh universities. Sarma added that Assam is exploring similar overseas job ties with South Korea and Germany under the CM-FLIGHT initiative.

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In Cachar, Assam Police and Assam Rifles confiscate drugs and illegal cigarettes valued at Rs 8 crore.

Assam Police and Assam Rifles seized ₹8 crore worth of contraband in Cachar district, including 10,000 Yaba tablets and 1,25,000 packets of smuggled cigarettes from a boat on the Barak River. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma hailed the operation as part of the state’s drive against drug trafficking and cross-border trade. Authorities noted the high addiction risk of methamphetamine-based Yaba and have intensified surveillance in the Barak Valley, with investigations underway to track the racket’s origins.

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The Taliban foreign minister’s decision to exclude female journalists from Delhi is denounced by the CPI(ML) in Assam.

CPI(ML) leader Balindra Saikia condemned Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi for barring women journalists from a New Delhi press conference, calling it deeply disrespectful and criticizing the Indian government for permitting such discrimination. He urged a strong stance against these practices to uphold gender equality in official and media interactions.

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Assam’s chief minister and TTD discuss building a Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple in Guwahati.

A Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) delegation met Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in Guwahati to discuss building a Sri Venkateswara Swami temple, with the state government allotting 15 acres of land for the project. TTD Chairman B.R. Naidu said the initiative is part of a plan to establish temples of Lord Venkateswara in every Indian state and eventually abroad.

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IIT Guwahati achieves a significant milestone by graduating its first class of BTech students in AI and data science.

The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati’s Mehta Family School of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (MFSDS&AI) celebrated a milestone with the graduation of its first BTech batch in Data Science and AI (2021–2025). Launched in 2021 in collaboration with the Mehta Family Foundation, the programme is one of the IIT system’s first dedicated undergraduate courses in this field. The inaugural batch, trained across math, computer science, and AI specialties, saw 91% placement, with offers from top companies like Google, Microsoft, and Warner Bros Discovery. Students engaged in advanced projects, some published or under review, and participated in national competitions. The School, supported by esteemed faculty and international advisors, offers multiple degree programs and aims to grow as a leading centre for AI research and education.The Government of Assam has ordered an independent inquiry into allegations against Tezpur University’s Vice Chancellor, following escalating campus tensions. Governor Gulab Chand Kataria, acting as Chancellor, formed a three-member Fact Finding Committee chaired by Prof Devendra Jalihal of IIT Guwahati, with Prof Jiten Hazarika of Dibrugarh University and IAS officer Narayan Konwar as members. Tasked with meeting stakeholders, reviewing records, and recommending preventive measures, the panel must submit its report within seven days. The committee may consult legal, financial, or audit experts, with costs borne by the university. Findings are expected to influence the institution’s governance and leadership reforms.

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To guarantee accuracy and inclusion, the Election Commission intends to implement the revised voter list throughout India in phases.

The Election Commission of India is set to conduct a phased special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, starting with states holding assembly elections in 2026, including Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal. The exercise aims to update voter lists by adding eligible voters, removing duplicates, and verifying birthplaces to exclude illegal foreign migrants. States with ongoing local body elections are excluded to avoid overburdening poll machinery. Bihar has completed its revision with over 7.42 crore names published. The move strengthens electoral integrity ahead of upcoming polls, with Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar confirming final rollout plans will be decided soon.

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ASSAM RIFLES DISTRIBUTES ESSENTIAL ITEMS IN  MANIPUR

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ASSAM RIFLES CONDUCTS MEDICAL AND OUTREACH CAMP

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Over the following two years, 150 Northeast goods will be GI-tagged.

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Over 1.46 lakh people visited Kaziranga National Park in the 2025–2026 season, indicating an increase in tourism in Assam.

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“Jyoti-Bishnu Antarjatik Kala Mandir,” the largest auditorium in NE, opens in Guwahati.

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42 new train stops are added by Northeast Frontier Railway throughout Assam and West Bengal.

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Four people were detained for damaging Christmas decorations at St. Mary’s School in Nalbari in Assam.

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Due to the NH-715 diversion proposal, locals block the Kaliabor–Jakhalabandha road in Assam.

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Dima Hasao tourism may suffer as Vistadome Express will be permanently discontinued on January 1 in Assam.

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Assam CM: 18 foreigners who tried to enter illegally were returned

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In an interstate operation, Tripura police find 24 missing young people from Siang, Arunachal.

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ASSAM RIFLES SEIZES HEROIN WORTH ₹14 CRORES IN CACHAR DISTRICT, ASSAM

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ASSAM RIFLES RECOVERS HUGE QUANTITY OF EXPLOSIVES ON JIRIBAM-TIPAIMUKH ROAD, MANIPUR

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ASSAM RIFLES NATIONAL INTEGRATION TOUR FOR JIRI IMA MEIRA PAIBI APUNBA LUP (JIMPAL) REACHES GUWAHATI

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ASSAM RIFLES NATIONAL INTEGRATION TOUR FOR JIRI IMA MEIRA PAIBI APUNBA LUP (JIMPAL) REACHES KOLKATA

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ASSAM RIFLES AND DRI SEIZES YABA TABLETS WORTH ₹39 CRORES IN CACHAR DISTRICT, ASSAM