An NFR official examines the operating safety of all railway installations in Tripura.

Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) General Manager Chetan Kumar Shrivastava conducted a two-day inspection of key railway installations in Tripura on June 18 and 19. Starting at Dharmanagar station, he performed a window trailing inspection to Agartala, closely monitoring track and infrastructure safety. Shrivastava later visited the Agartala Coaching Depot, inaugurating a new Electronic Laboratory to enhance maintenance capabilities and inspecting staff living quarters to ensure crew well-being. Throughout his visit, he emphasized strict safety protocols and operational readiness, especially during the ongoing monsoon season. Officials were directed to remain vigilant to guarantee safe and smooth train operations across Tripura.

40,000 young individuals will be offered government employment in a single recruitment initiative on October 10, as stated by Himanta Biswa Sharma

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced a major government recruitment drive, set to launch on October 10, 2025, with the goal of appointing 40,000 youths across various departments. This initiative follows the ceremonial distribution of appointment letters to 481 new recruits in the veterinary, tourism, and education sectors. The Chief Minister highlighted the government’s commitment to transparent, merit-based hiring, aiming for a total of 1.60 lakh appointments. He also outlined sectoral initiatives to boost animal husbandry, dairy, poultry, and tourism, including partnerships for large-scale milk processing and efforts to make Assam self-sufficient in egg and pork production. The government is also focusing on biogas and bio-CNG production, as well as strengthening the state’s academic ecosystem through the appointment of qualified teachers.

Human trafficker arrested during a joint police operation in Tripura.

In a major breakthrough against human trafficking, the Agartala Government Railway Police (GRP), together with the Border Security Force (BSF) and local authorities, arrested 42-year-old Sharif Mia in Sepahijala District, Tripura. The early morning operation on June 20th marks a pivotal step in dismantling a suspected trafficking network, with police optimistic about further arrests as investigations continue.

The police in Manipur have apprehended eight insurgent members throughout the state during synchronized operations.

Security forces in Manipur have dealt a significant blow to insurgent activities by arresting seven active members of various militant groups during operations conducted between June 18–19, 2025. Among the notable arrests are two RPF/PLA cadres apprehended in Imphal West with incriminating evidence, two insurgents captured along the Indo-Myanmar border, and a KCP (PWG) member accused of widespread extortion. A major seizure included a large cache of ammunition recovered from a PREPAK member’s residence, while a female KCP (PSC) cadre was also detained. These coordinated efforts have disrupted militant networks and highlighted the ongoing security challenges in the region.

The absence of the Awami League in elections will exacerbate instability in Bangladesh 

The general election planned by the Yunus regime, in association with Bangladesh’s political parties, is unlikely to gain public trust or meet the accepted standards of a democratic process. With the Awami League—the nation’s largest political party—excluded from participation, the question of whether this election can truly be free and fair is at the forefront of both domestic and international concern. Observers warn that an election without the Awami League will lack legitimacy, invite instability, and fail to resolve the country’s deepening political crisis. The call for a credible, inclusive, and transparent election remains a critical demand for Bangladesh’s future.

A staggering 16 billion passwords have reportedly been compromised in a significant data breach, with experts cautioning that no service is secure.

A staggering cybersecurity crisis has emerged with the exposure of over 16 billion passwords online—marking one of the largest data breaches ever recorded. Security experts warn that this leak, far from being an outdated collection, consists of fresh, well-organized credentials harvested by infostealer malware. The stolen data spans major platforms such as Google, Facebook, Telegram, GitHub, and even select government portals, presenting a blueprint for global cybercrime. Authorities urge users to immediately change passwords, adopt passkeys, and remain vigilant against phishing and identity theft.