Nagaland: Chargesheet against 25 in land encroachment case at Dimapur Airport

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the Dimapur airport land encroachment case has filed a chargesheet against 25 private individuals and is awaiting sanction to prosecute six public servants implicated in the scam. The SIT, acting on directives from the Nagaland Home Department, uncovered evidence of illegal encroachment and the use of forged documents following a detailed inquiry. A regular criminal case was registered at the State Crime Police Station in Kohima, leading to charges of criminal conspiracy, cheating, and forgery under the IPC. The chargesheet was submitted to the court in Dimapur, while district authorities simultaneously launched an eviction drive, dismantling structures built on encroached airport land.

Five Manipur districts have lifted their internet service bans.

The Manipur government on Friday lifted the suspension of internet and mobile data services in five valley districts—Imphal West, Imphal East, Thoubal, Kakching, and Bishnupur—from 6 a.m. onward. The suspension, originally imposed on June 7 for five days, followed violent protests triggered by the arrest of Arambai Tenggol leader Ashem Kanan Singh by the CBI at Imphal airport. With improved law and order and to ease public inconvenience, the government decided to restore internet access. Earlier, curfew hours were relaxed in these districts, and the Arambai Tenggol group also announced a relaxation of its shutdown call. The government urged citizens to avoid activities that could lead to further internet shutdowns.

Drug raid in Manipur: Meth worth Rs 22 cr was found along the Indo-Myanmar border.

In a major crackdown on organized drug syndicates, security forces in Manipur, with support from the Assam Rifles, seized over 57 kilograms of methamphetamine tablets valued at approximately Rs. 22 crores. The illicit consignment, smuggled through the Indo-Myanmar border and bound for Silchar, Assam, was intercepted in Imphal West district after being concealed in the roof ceiling of a Tata truck. The driver, Nawaj Sharif, was arrested at the scene. This operation highlights the growing challenge of narcotics trafficking in Northeast India, where porous borders and insurgent activities facilitate the movement of drugs, posing significant threats to regional security and public health.

Three citizens of Bangladesh and a narcotics dealer are arrested  in Tripura.

In a determined effort to curb cross-border crimes, the Border Security Force (BSF) Tripura Frontier has recently apprehended three Bangladeshi nationals for illegal infiltration and an Indian drug peddler in possession of 48 kilograms of ganja. Additionally, BSF personnel seized 275 mobile phones valued at approximately Rs 65 lakhs during a special operation in Sepahijala district. These actions, carried out in coordination with local police and based on specific intelligence, underscore the BSF’s ongoing commitment to tackling smuggling, illegal infiltration, and other criminal activities along the India-Bangladesh border in Tripura.

To improve services, Mizoram would corporateize its power and electricity department.

Efforts are underway to corporatize Mizoram’s Power and Electricity Department in a bid to enhance service delivery and administrative efficiency. As announced by Power and Electricity Minister F. Rodinglianga, the department will be unbundled into three independent Strategic Business Units—Generation, Transmission, and Distribution—each managing its own assets and operations. This restructuring, aligned with the Electricity Act, 2003 and central government policies, aims to foster professionalism, improve decision-making autonomy, and encourage the adoption of outsourcing and franchising models where feasible. The initiative is a key objective of the state government, with officials urged to actively support its implementation to ensure better services for both the public and the government.

Reports from Assam Seven new cases of COVID-19 with no recent recovery.

Assam has reported seven new COVID-19 cases in the past 24 hours, raising the state’s active case count to 20, according to government data released on Friday. With no recoveries reported during this period, health officials emphasize the need for ongoing vigilance and strict adherence to safety protocols. While most cases remain mild and are managed under home care, the continued emergence of new infections highlights the unpredictable nature of the virus. Nationwide, India is managing 7,131 active cases, underscoring the importance of sustained public health measures and vaccination efforts to prevent further spread.

Itanagar burglary solved as Gold recovered, suspect apprehended in Assam

On 31st May 2025, a burglary at a government employee’s residence in C-Sector, Itanagar, led to the swift registration of a case and the formation of a dedicated police investigation team. The accused, Bamin Ronya of Ziro, was apprehended in Harmutty, Assam, with the stolen gold jewellery and valuables, which were promptly recovered and returned to the owner. Further inquiries revealed Ronya’s involvement in multiple burglaries across the state, with property from related cases also recovered.

Significantly, this case marked the district’s first full use of the eSakshya digital platform, which enabled real-time documentation of police operations, statement recordings, and evidence seizures. The successful application of eSakshya ensured transparency and integrity throughout the investigation, demonstrating the Itanagar Police’s commitment to modern, technology-driven law enforcement and enhanced public trust.

Prime suspect and five others nabbed after missing youth discovered in freezer in Tripura

Tripura police uncovered a shocking murder mystery on Wednesday, recovering the remains of 28-year-old Shariful Islam from a freezer located 112 kilometers from his Agartala home. Six individuals have been arrested in connection with the crime, with investigations revealing a love triangle as the primary motive. Shariful had gone missing on the night of June 8. His body was found hidden inside an ice-cream parlor freezer at a shop in Gandatwisa, owned by Dipak Saha. According to police, the prime accused, Dibakar Saha, allegedly strangled Shariful in the presence of accomplices, then transported his body in a trolley bag to his family’s shop, where it was concealed in the freezer. Those arrested include Dibakar Saha, Jaydip Das, Nabanita Das, Animesh Yadav, and Dibakar’s parents, Dipak and Debika Saha

Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, experiences mild earthquakes; little damage is observed.

Two minor earthquakes, measuring 3.2 and 3.6 on the Richter scale, struck Manipur’s Imphal East district and Arunachal Pradesh’s Tawang district, respectively, on Wednesday. Officials confirmed no casualties or property damage from the tremors. According to the National Centre for Seismology, the Manipur quake occurred at a depth of 37 km, while the Arunachal Pradesh quake was shallower at 5 km. Both events caused mild tremors felt in nearby areas. This follows a series of mild earthquakes across the northeastern region in recent weeks, highlighting its status as one of the world’s most seismically active zones. Authorities are emphasizing earthquake preparedness and the need for resilient infrastructure to address heightened public concern.