Tensions escalated in Manipur’s Kamjong district as unidentified assailants targeted Gampal and Haiyang villages, setting ablaze several homes in the Sahamphung sub-division. At least seven houses were destroyed in this suspected arson attack, prompting the district administration to impose an indefinite curfew under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). Security forces have been deployed, and investigations are underway to identify the perpetrators.
A tragic incident has shaken Guwahati during the Rongali Bihu celebrations, as a 19-year-old university student was allegedly sexually assaulted in a hotel room by a man she met via a dating app. The accused, identified as Hemanta Sonowal from Digboi, had introduced himself as an HPCL employee. After moving their conversation from the dating app to Instagram, he persuaded the victim to meet him at a hotel in Hatigaon, where the alleged assault occurred.
The traumatized victim informed her family, who promptly filed a complaint at Noonmati Police Station. Police responded swiftly, tracing and arresting the accused in Bhangagarh. Authorities have confirmed that a thorough investigation is underway and assured that strict legal action will be taken.
This distressing case underscores the urgent need for vigilance in online interactions and continued advocacy for survivor support and justice.
Chief Minister Manik Saha inaugurated a newly constructed Higher Secondary School in Amtali on Tuesday, underscoring the state’s focus on advancing educational infrastructure. Additionally, he virtually inaugurated new facilities for five other schools in Tripura, emphasizing education as the backbone of a thriving society. These efforts aim to provide improved learning environments and support ongoing educational reforms, including teacher training and digital tools integration. Meanwhile, Tripura is celebrating its cultural heritage with the ‘Garia and Borsho Boron Utsav’ in Agartala, showcasing indigenous performances and traditional cuisine alongside the state’s educational initiatives.
On the morning of April 22, the Gauhati High Court received a bomb threat via email from an unknown group calling themselves the “Madras Tigers.” The group claimed to have planted explosive devices within the court premises. In response, local authorities immediately deployed a police team to search the building. As of now, no devices have been found, and police believe the threat may be a hoax. Despite the scare, court operations continued without disruption. Authorities are continuing their investigation to assess the validity of the threat and ensure public safety
Two separate incidents in Guwahati have raised public safety concerns amid ongoing construction and adverse weather. On April 22, Ramia Das was electrocuted near the under-construction Chandmari flyover following prolonged rainfall. She was rushed to Gauhati Medical College and Hospital, where she is reported to be in stable condition and under close observation.
In a separate case, a vehicle overturned near the District Transport Office (DTO) in Betkuchi after the driver lost control and hit a divider. While no injuries were reported, the incident briefly disrupted traffic. Authorities responded promptly, and an investigation into the cause is underway.
On 21 April 2025, Assam Rifles conducted a medical camp in Chaudharikhal village of Jiribam District, bringing together a professional medical team to offer consultations, essential medicines, and health awareness sessions. A total of 78 individuals from Ningshingkhul and neighboring villages benefited from the initiative. Villagers expressed their gratitude, appreciating Assam Rifles’ commitment to serving the community. The event also strengthened unity among attendees, reinforcing Assam Rifles’ dedication to humanitarian outreach across the region.”
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, has assured support for the maintenance of NH-8, a critical lifeline for Tripura, connecting it to the rest of India. MP Biplab Kumar Deb, after a meeting with the minister, highlighted key issues, including urgent repairs on the Churaibari-Panitilla stretch and the declaration of new national highways. Gadkari also promised to address the four-lane expansion from Ranirbazar to Agartala ISBT, emphasizing the importance of these projects for regional connectivity and development.
Inner Manipur MP Bimol Akoijam has called for the restoration of free movement and the return of displaced persons in Manipur as essential steps towards normalcy. Highlighting restrictions on sacred sites like Thangjing Hills and Koubru, he emphasized the issue is about fundamental rights and governance, not communal tensions. He also voiced frustration over being denied a platform in Parliament to discuss the state’s imposition of President’s Rule, which began on February 13 after the Chief Minister’s resignation. The state assembly remains under suspended animation, despite its tenure lasting until 2027.
On Saturday, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu inaugurated and laid foundation stones for multiple development projects worth over Rs 100 crore in Mechuka, Shi Yomi district. Notable among the projects is the IT Skill Development Centre at Menchuka, an initiative by the Indian Army under Operation Sadbhavana, aimed at empowering local youth with digital skills for brighter futures.
Khandu also laid the foundation for several crucial infrastructure projects, including roads, bridges, and a multipurpose sports stadium, all designed to improve connectivity and promote sports. He further inaugurated a Multipurpose Indoor Hall and an Adventure Zone in Mechuka, targeting the growth of tourism and adventure sports. Highlighting the region’s natural beauty and strategic location, Tourism Minister Pasang Dorjee Sona emphasized the growing potential of Shi Yomi’s tourism sector.
In a significant breakthrough, Meghalaya Police, led by Assistant Superintendent of Police Ashu Pant, have uncovered a major criminal network facilitating illegal immigration, identity forgery, and banking fraud. The operation, initiated on February 14, 2025, uncovered a sophisticated smuggling network, after five Bangladeshi nationals were detained in Nongpoh, Meghalaya. The group, which had illegally entered India, presented forged Indian identity documents including Aadhaar and PAN cards.
Further investigation traced the fraudulent documents to Shaikh Mohd Mujib, a key facilitator based in Mumbai, who is alleged to have arranged fake identity documents for migrants. The operation also uncovered a racket led by Nusrat A. Kazi and Jabir Yunus Shaikh, who used these forged identities to open bank accounts, which were then exploited for loan frauds and cybercrimes, including selling the accounts to cybercriminals for financial scams.
This breakthrough highlights the interconnected nature of human trafficking, identity theft, and cybercrime, prompting authorities to focus on dismantling this transnational criminal network.
Barak Bolchhe!
