Nine illegal immigrants from Bangladesh are apprehended by Assam police in Morigaon.

Nine Bangladeshi nationals, previously declared foreign nationals by the Foreigners Tribunal, were apprehended in Assam’s Morigaon district during a covert police operation. The arrests took place across multiple locations, including Morigaon, Mikirbheta, Dharamtul, Jagiroad, Mayong, and Lahorighat police station areas. Two of the detained individuals had challenged the Tribunal’s verdict in the Gauhati High Court, but their appeals were rejected. The arrested individuals are currently undergoing police interrogation.”

“India’s development growth has found a new epicentre in the northeast,” said Minister Jayant Chaudhary.

The death of Abidur Rahman in Nagaon’s Purani Gudam area has sparked outrage, with locals staging protests and demanding justice. His family suspects foul play, alleging that relatives of his girlfriend, Sania Begum, may have been involved due to opposition to their relationship. Tensions escalated as hundreds gathered at the local police outpost, bringing Abidur’s body and accusing authorities of inaction. Police intervened, assuring a thorough investigation into the case.

Puranigudam in Nagaon is tense as residents demonstrate against the death of a young person in custody in Assam.

The tragic death of Abidur Rahman in Nagaon’s Purani Gudam area has led to massive protests, with locals demanding justice and alleging foul play. The 24-year-old was found dead under suspicious circumstances, and his family suspects he was murdered due to opposition to his relationship with Sania Begum. Hundreds of protesters gathered at the local police outpost, bringing Abidur’s body and chanting slogans against police inaction. Authorities intervened to calm tensions, assuring a thorough investigation into the case.

Constables at Sribhumi jail in Assam are accused of raping a woman with a mental disability.

Two jail constables in Sribhumi, Assam, have been arrested for allegedly raping a specially-abled woman inside the jail premises. Security personnel grew suspicious and intervened, catching the accused in the act. Authorities confirm that medical examinations have been conducted, and legal proceedings are underway. The incident has triggered public outrage, with demands for swift and strict action against the perpetrators.

ASDMA orders the construction of safe shelters in landslide-prone areas in Assam.

The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) has directed landslide-prone districts to identify and prepare safe shelters ahead of the monsoon season to protect vulnerable residents. The directive covers districts like Cachar, Dima Hasao, Kamrup Metro, and Sribhumi, which have seen casualties from landslides in recent years. ASDMA urges wide publicity of shelter locations and recommends that highly vulnerable residents voluntarily relocate to safer areas during the rainy season to minimize risks.

Three people are detained after a Royal Bengal Tiger was fatally hacked in Golaghat, Assam.

A Royal Bengal tiger was brutally killed by a mob of around 1,000 villagers in Golaghat, Assam, following claims that it had attacked livestock and a local resident. Three individuals have been arrested, with authorities launching an investigation into the incident. The tiger’s body was recovered, but some parts were taken before officials arrived. This marks Assam’s third tiger death this year, raising concerns about human-wildlife conflict and conservation efforts in the region.

25 Assamese youngsters will receive complimentary cleft surgery at Top cem Cement’s eighth annual camp.

Topcem Cement, in collaboration with Mission Smile, has launched its 8th ‘Free Cleft Lip and Palate Surgery’ camp in Guwahati, providing life-changing surgeries for 25 children from Assam. The initiative, hosted at Mahendra Mohan Choudhury Hospital, ensures free consultations, surgeries, and comprehensive post-operative care. Since 2018, Topcem Cement has supported over 165 surgeries, reaffirming its commitment to social impact. Mission Smile, with over 25,000 surgeries facilitated in the past decade, continues to work closely with the governments of Assam and Meghalaya to provide essential cleft care.

Vehicle damage from contaminated fuel at the Banipur petrol station in Assam.

Indian Oil’s Banipur depot in Dibrugarh, Assam, faced allegations of selling contaminated fuel after multiple vehicles broke down on Tuesday night. The incident left motorists stranded, prompting authorities to suspend fuel sales. Repairs and water drainage efforts are underway, while local residents expressed frustration over the negligence. Dibrugarh Police arrived to assess the situation.

Union Minister Sonowal examines important Dibrugarh urban development initiatives.

Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal chaired a high-level review meeting with the Dibrugarh Municipal Corporation (DMC) to assess the progress of ongoing development projects in the city. Addressing the meeting, Sonowal underscored the importance of transforming the historic Upper Assam town into a modern, well-planned, and visually vibrant urban centre.”

Sarbananda Sonowal said the centre will invest an extra Rs 1,000 crore in inland waterways projects in Assam and the Northeast.

The Centre has announced an additional ₹1,000 crore investment in Inland Waterways projects across Assam and the Northeast by 2026, aiming to boost cargo movement, passenger connectivity, and economic growth. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal reviewed ongoing projects with officials from key agencies, emphasizing advanced maritime skill development to align with industry needs. Major infrastructure upgrades are planned for NW2 (Brahmaputra) and NW16 (Barak), alongside feasibility studies for water transport projects in Nagaland, Mizoram, and Meghalaya.