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Five people are detained after Digboi police solve a complicated robbery case in Assam.

The Assam Police team from Digboi cracked a major burglary case (Case No. 89 u/s 331(4) and 305(A)) involving a network of robbers who looted gold ornaments worth several lakhs from an unmanned residence near Tingrai Railway Station, Tinsukia district. The investigation, led by SDPO Margherita and Inspector Dibya Jyoti Dutta, resulted in the arrest of five individuals, including a goldsmith linked to the stolen goods. Police recovered significant gold items and traced the crime to a meticulously planned heist executed on May 26, 2025, while the homeowners were away. The breakthrough was achieved within a week, thanks to technical support and coordinated efforts, earning praise for the Digboi police’s swift and effective action.

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Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, experiences mild earthquakes; little damage is observed.

Two minor earthquakes, measuring 3.2 and 3.6 on the Richter scale, struck Manipur’s Imphal East district and Arunachal Pradesh’s Tawang district, respectively, on Wednesday. Officials confirmed no casualties or property damage from the tremors. According to the National Centre for Seismology, the Manipur quake occurred at a depth of 37 km, while the Arunachal Pradesh quake was shallower at 5 km. Both events caused mild tremors felt in nearby areas. This follows a series of mild earthquakes across the northeastern region in recent weeks, highlighting its status as one of the world’s most seismically active zones. Authorities are emphasizing earthquake preparedness and the need for resilient infrastructure to address heightened public concern.

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Manipur protest: A member of the Meitei outfit is detained for shooting at security personnel

A member of the Meitei outfit Arambai Tenggol, Raj alias Boinao Pangeijam (39), has been arrested for allegedly firing at security personnel during recent protests in Manipur. The incident occurred on June 9 in the Tera Sapam area of Imphal West district, while security forces were clearing a roadblock. Raj was apprehended on Tuesday, and a pistol believed to have been used in the incident was recovered; he has been remanded to police custody for eight days.

The protests erupted over the arrests of the group’s leader, Kanan Singh, and four others. Demonstrators, demanding their unconditional release, have clashed with security forces across several districts in the Imphal valley, defying prohibitory orders. In a separate operation, 19 individuals were detained for alleged involvement in violence and public disturbances in Imphal East district.

Manipur has been grappling with ethnic violence between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities since May 2023, resulting in over 260 deaths and thousands displaced. The state remains under President’s Rule, with the assembly in suspended animation.

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Assam is under a heat wave alert from IMD, with temperatures predicted to remain above average.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heatwave alert for Assam, with temperatures expected to remain 3°C to 5°C above normal over the next 2-3 days. Key cities like Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Tezpur, Silchar, Dhubri, Jorhat, and North Lakhimpur have already recorded exceptionally high temperatures, some exceeding their seasonal averages by over 6°C. The IMD warns that prolonged exposure to the sun could be hazardous, particularly for vulnerable groups, and advises precautions such as wearing light clothing, staying hydrated, and limiting outdoor activities during peak heat hours.

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The body of a missing Dima Hasao woman of Assam was discovered close to an Uttarakhand river.

The body of Rosmita Hojai, a 26-year-old from Assam’s Dima Hasao district, was discovered on the bank of a river in Uttarakhand’s Pauri Garhwal district after she went missing on June 5, 2025. Rosmita had traveled to Delhi for a railway recruitment exam and was last heard from when she called her mother, expressing plans to return by train—a statement her family found highly unusual. Authorities have detained two individuals for questioning and are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death. Her family voiced deep concern, suspecting foul play in her final communication and disappearance. Police are continuing their probe as her body undergoes autopsy.

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Solar fence helps Jorhat communities affected by HEC

In a major effort to reduce human-elephant conflict in Assam’s Jorhat district, biodiversity conservation organisation Aaranyak has installed over 30 km of solar-powered fencing across eight vulnerable villages, directly securing 1,047 households and benefiting more than 5,000 villagers. The initiative, implemented in partnership with the British Asian Trust and Elephant Family, and supported by the Darwin Initiative, has led to a marked decline in crop raids by wild elephants, providing relief to communities long affected by recurring losses. Farmers report feeling much safer and more secure since the installation, highlighting the project’s success in promoting coexistence through community involvement and sustainable deterrents.

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Two people are detained for unlawful egret hunting in Dibrugarh in Assam.

The Dibrugarh Forest Department in Assam arrested two individuals on Tuesday for illegally hunting egret birds, a protected species under the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. The arrests followed viral social media videos of the incident, prompting swift action by authorities. According to officials, the hunted egrets are listed under Schedule IV—and in some cases Schedule II—of the Wildlife Act, making hunting a non-bailable offense. Legal proceedings are underway, with authorities stressing the need for greater public awareness and strict enforcement to protect vulnerable wildlife.

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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

Itanagar burglary solved as Gold recovered, suspect apprehended in Assam

State

Five people are detained after Digboi police solve a complicated robbery case in Assam.

International

According to reports, the British PM declines to meet with Muhammad Yunus, the interim leader of Bangladesh.

Regional

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

State

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

Regional

Thoubal offers condolences to the victims of the Air India disaster as Manipur comes together in sadness.

Regional

Flash floods and landslides plague Arunachal Pradesh, while Anjaw district is isolated.

State

While awaiting Centre approval, Himanta Biswa Sarma teases plans for a new zoo in Dibrugarh.

Regional

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