A brutal and shocking murder has shaken the waterlogged village of Ramprasadpur in Cachar district. Reports confirm that Ratan Kol, in a fit of rage during a domestic dispute, beheaded his wife Meena Kol with a machete. Neighbors, too horrified to intervene, alerted the authorities, who swiftly arrested the accused. The victim’s body was sent for post-mortem as investigations continue, while the community remains deeply unsettled by the gruesome crime.
A 24-year-old woman from Assam’s Nazira, identified as Shivali Kashyap, was found dead under mysterious circumstances in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, sparking grave concern and allegations of foul play.
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.
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.
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.
The communal tensions in Dhubri, Assam, were triggered by the alleged discovery of cow meat near a temple, leading to protests, retaliatory violence, and the imposition of strict prohibitory orders by district authorities. The situation, while tense, is currently under control with ongoing efforts to maintain peace and order
Sonam Raghuvanshi, a 24-year-old woman from Indore, has been arrested for allegedly orchestrating the murder of her husband, Raja Raghuvanshi, during their honeymoon in Meghalaya. The crime, reportedly planned with her lover Raj Kushwah and executed with the help of hired accomplices, came to light after Raja’s body was discovered in a gorge near the Weisawdong waterfalls on June 2. Sonam, who had gone missing after the incident, was apprehended in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, and is being transported to Shillong for further investigation. Police have arrested five people in connection with the case, uncovering digital payment trails and evidence suggesting a premeditated plot. The case has shocked both the families and the local community, as the investigation continues across multiple states.
The Assam government is making extensive preparations to welcome lakhs of devotees to the revered Kamakhya Temple for the Ambubachi Mela, scheduled from June 22 to 26, 2025. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that 24 departments are coordinating efforts to ensure a smooth and secure experience during one of the state’s most significant spiritual gatherings. The temple doors will close on June 22 to mark the annual menstrual cycle of Goddess Kamakhya, a sacred observance celebrating feminine energy and fertility. Accommodation for around 20,000 devotees, robust medical facilities, enhanced ferry services, and strict crowd control measures—including a ban on VIP visits—are being put in place. Recognized as one of Northeast India’s largest religious congregations, the Ambubachi Mela draws devotees, tourists, and spiritual seekers from across the country, with the entire temple complex becoming a focal point of devotion and ritual during this period.
Search and rescue operations are underway in Guwahati’s Rupnagar area after a landslide, triggered by continuous rains, reduced two houses to rubble and left one person trapped under debris. National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams, including dog squads, have been deployed to the site. NDRF officer Pankaj K stated that the teams are working professionally and are aware of the trapped individual’s location. With 4-5 feet of debris still to be cleared and large boulders obstructing access, the rescue operation is expected to conclude within the next 1.5 hours.
Assam police arrested four individuals, including a college lecturer, in Morigaon district on June 7 for allegedly duping people by promising jobs at the Tata group’s upcoming semiconductor unit in Jagiroad. The accused, led by alleged mastermind Tarikul Ahmed who posed as an engineer, created fake WhatsApp groups and offered fraudulent job opportunities to unemployed youths in Nagaon and Morigaon, collecting lakhs of rupees from victims. The scammers issued fake appointment and interview letters to deceive hundreds of aspirants. Police investigations revealed large sums were deposited in one of the accused’s accounts. Authorities have urged the public to verify job offers and report suspicious activities to prevent such scams
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