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Anti-national activity crackdown: Assam records 97 arrests

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced the arrest of 97 individuals in the state for alleged anti-national and anti-Hindu activities following the terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed 26 lives in April. The latest arrests include persons from Tinsukia and Nagaon districts, accused of sharing objectionable content targeting Hinduism and making derogatory remarks about Lord Ram. The crackdown intensified after the arrest of AIUDF MLA Aminul Islam on sedition charges, who was later detained under the National Security Act. Assam authorities continue to strengthen security measures and counter divisive agendas within the state.

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Mahishasan station is under siege by Sribhumi residents due to the stopped rail service to Silchar.

Hundreds of residents staged a “Rail Roko” protest at Mahishasan railway station near the Indo-Bangladesh border, demanding the resumption of regular train services to Silchar, which have been suspended since the COVID-19 pandemic. Frustrated by years of inaction and rising travel costs, protesters criticized the government for prioritizing cross-border rail projects over local needs. The demonstration ended after officials promised to escalate the issue to senior railway authorities, but locals remain skeptical after four years without progress.

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The transgender community is granted “Socially and Educationally Backward Class” status by the Assam Cabinet.

In a landmark move, the Assam government has recognized transgender and third gender individuals as a Socially and Educationally Backward Class (SEBC), following the Supreme Court’s 2014 NALSA verdict. Announced by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, this decision extends education, employment, and social welfare benefits to native transgender residents of Assam, marking a significant step toward inclusion and mainstream integration for the community.

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Notifying Urpad and Hasila Beels as Proposed Reserve Forests is approved by the Assam Cabinet.

The Assam Cabinet has approved the notification of Urpad Beel and Hasila Beel in Goalpara district as Proposed Reserve Forests to conserve these ecologically sensitive wetlands and maintain the region’s social and natural balance. The Cabinet also launched the ‘Shradhanjali’ scheme for dignified transportation of mortal remains of Assamese people who die while working or studying outside the state, and greenlit a major renewable energy project in West Karbi Anglong. Additionally, a new Development Council was announced to support the Rabha community living outside the Rabha Hasong Autonomous Council area.

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 A Korean restaurant in the heart of Guwahati is accused of serving beef.

A customer at K-Food Antenna, a Korean outlet in Guwahati’s City Centre Mall, has alleged that the restaurant served beef without proper disclosure or valid food safety certification. The complainant, who struggled to understand the Korean menu, later discovered the dish contained beef and questioned the use of an unfamiliar “HAANC Approved” label instead of the required FSSAI certification. The incident has sparked outrage and prompted plans to file a consumer case and an FIR, raising broader concerns about regulatory oversight and consumer rights at food courts.

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Five Tamil Nadu Residents Are Arrested in Guwahati for a Series of Robberies

In a major breakthrough, Basistha Police have apprehended five members of the notorious ‘TC Gang’—a group responsible for a spate of vehicle break-ins and thefts across Guwahati. The gang, known for smashing car windows and looting valuables, has left residents on edge. Arrested red-handed in Maligaon, the gang’s operations extend beyond Assam, hinting at a wider inter-state criminal network. Investigations are ongoing to determine the full scope of their activities.

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 The chief minister of Assam opens two new district jails in Baksa and Chirang.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated two state-of-the-art district jails in Chirang and Baksa districts on June 21, marking a significant step in strengthening the criminal justice system within the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR). These modern facilities are designed to collectively house 1,000 inmates, addressing long-standing infrastructure needs and supporting both undertrial and convicted prisoners. The new jails feature dedicated quarantine zones, separate medical units for men and women, classroom spaces, and a well-equipped library—all aimed at fostering rehabilitation, self-improvement, and successful reintegration into society. The inauguration was also attended by BTC Chief Executive Member Pramod Boro, who highlighted the commitment to a reform-oriented correctional system and enhanced law enforcement capacity in the region.

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Assam: A vicious land grab violence in Goalpara seriously injures a mother and son

A shocking incident of rural violence in Assam’s Goalpara district has left a mother and son critically injured, sparking widespread outrage over police inaction and land rights. The attack by alleged land-grabbers—including a newly elected ward member—has raised urgent questions about law enforcement and the safety of vulnerable communities in the region. Civil society groups are now demanding swift justice, medical support for the victims, and accountability for those responsible.

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ONGC reports significant progress in containing Assam gas blowout.

State-owned Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has made substantial progress in controlling the gas blowout at its Rudrasagar oil field in Assam, with gas flow rates now significantly reduced. The incident, which began on June 12 at well RDS#147A in Barichuk, led to the uncontrolled release of natural gas and prompted immediate containment efforts. An international expert team from CUDD Pressure Control, USA, has endorsed ONGC’s strategies, and ongoing safety measures include water blanketing, real-time gas monitoring, and the provision of relief camps for displaced residents. Efforts are currently focused on sealing the well using advanced techniques, while continuous air quality monitoring ensures safety for personnel and the environment.

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Ahead of the polls, the Assam chief minister notes an increase in 5,000 “foreign” Facebook accounts.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has revealed that around 5,000 Facebook accounts, allegedly promoting a particular political party and sharing hardcore Islamic fundamentalist content, have become active ahead of the state elections. Many of these accounts, operating from outside India but falsely listing IIT Guwahati as their location, focus on Assam’s political scene and international Islamic issues. Authorities have traced some accounts to Bangladesh and Pakistan and are monitoring their activities. CM Sarma also issued a warning against violations of the Assam Cattle Preservation Act, citing incidents of beef consumption in restricted zones during Id-ul-Zuha. Meanwhile, Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi accused the BJP and its affiliates of stoking communal tensions ahead of the polls and called for investigations into provocative acts involving beef and cow parts.

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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