Tripura will include the Chakma Language in the Google translation platform, as announced by Minister Ratan Lal Nath.

The Tripura government has decided to add Chakma language words to Google Translate, enabling translation into English, Hindi, and Bengali. Agriculture Minister Ratan Lal Nath said the move, recommended by the Chakma language advisory committee, aims to safeguard the culture and linguistic heritage of the indigenous community. The state will also mark Chakma Language and Script Day on August 7 annually from next year. With 50,000 Chakma words already compiled and more underway, the initiative complements ongoing efforts such as teaching the language in 123 schools and forming nine sub-committees for its development.

14 detained in Manipur security operation; illicit alcohol, drugs, and weapons confiscated.

Security forces in Manipur have arrested 14 individuals, including militants and drug traffickers, during a week-long series of operations across seven districts. Joint teams of the Army, Assam Rifles, and Manipur Police apprehended 11 militants from groups such as PLA, KCP, and PREPAK, while also seizing firearms, narcotics, and extortion-related materials. In separate actions, police intercepted drug smugglers with nearly 2 kg of brown sugar, arrested another with 1.94 kg of ganja, and dismantled an illicit liquor bottling unit. A major joint raid also yielded 138.5 kg of opium worth Rs. 6.9 crore in Chandel district.

Amid violent protests, KP Sharma Oli, the prime minister of Nepal, resigns.

Nepal’s Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli resigned on Tuesday after days of violent unrest that left at least 19 people dead and saw protesters storm his office in Kathmandu and torch his private residence. The protests erupted in response to the government’s controversial social media ban, which was later revoked but failed to stem the anger. Demonstrators targeted government and party offices across the capital, prompting authorities to shut down Tribhuvan International Airport and reportedly issue a shoot-at-sight order. As security forces struggled to contain the escalating violence, India advised its citizens to avoid travel to Nepal and said it was closely tracking the crisis.

The first-ever photographic proof of the elusive Palla’s cat is found in Arunachal Pradesh.

A recent wildlife survey in Arunachal Pradesh has confirmed the first photographic record of the elusive Pallas’s cat in the eastern Himalayas, along with the highest known elevation records in India for several species, including the common leopard (4,600 masl), clouded leopard (4,650 masl), marbled cat (4,326 masl), Himalayan wood owl (4,194 masl), and grey-headed flying squirrel (4,506 masl). Conducted over eight months with camera traps in remote, high-altitude terrain, the study faced extreme weather, rugged landscapes, and logistical challenges, which were overcome with support from local guides and communities. Officials noted that these findings reaffirm Arunachal Pradesh’s status as a global biodiversity hotspot and underscore the need for continued investment in conservation and ecological monitoring.

After protests in Kathmandu claimed 19 lives, Nepal lifted its ban on social media apps.

Nepal has lifted its ban on 26 social media platforms, including Facebook and YouTube, after violent protests over the restriction left 19 people dead and more than 100 injured. Minister for Communication, Information and Broadcasting Prithvi Subba Gurung announced the reversal following an emergency cabinet meeting, while urging protesters—mainly from Gen Z—to end demonstrations. The government had imposed the ban last week citing concerns over fake news, hate speech, and online fraud, but unrest escalated as thousands stormed parliament in Kathmandu. Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli also criticized platform X for refusing to register in Nepal, calling its stance disrespectful to national sovereignty.

Personnel from the Tripura State Rifles received urban counterterrorism training from the NSG.

A 38-member contingent of the Tripura State Rifles (TSR) has completed a two-week urban counter-terrorism training program under National Security Guard (NSG) experts at the Counter Insurgency and Anti-Terrorist School (CIAT) in Dhalai district. The training focused on precision shooting, hostage rescue tactics, IED handling, and unarmed threat neutralisation, equipping TSR jawans with specialist skills to tackle emerging urban security challenges, especially along Tripura’s sensitive border with Bangladesh.

Assam and Tripura each pledge Rs 5 crore to help Himachal Pradesh with flooding.

The governments of Tripura and Assam have each announced ₹5 crore in financial assistance to Himachal Pradesh for flood relief and rehabilitation. Tripura CM Manik Saha and Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed solidarity with the flood-hit state, where extreme weather since June 20 has triggered landslides, flash floods, and cloudbursts, causing extensive loss of lives and infrastructure damage.

IMD predicts thunderstorms and a lot of rain in Arunachal Pradesh.

The India Meteorological Department has forecast a fresh spell of rainfall and thunderstorms across Arunachal Pradesh from September 8, with districts such as East Siang, Lower Dibang Valley, Changlang, Lohit, and Namsai likely to see significant showers. A yellow alert has been issued for several western and central districts, including East Kameng, Lower Subansiri, West Kameng, Papum Pare, Kurung Kumey, and Kamle, warning of heavy rain and thunderstorms through the week. While rainfall activity may ease briefly Tuesday, it is expected to intensify again from Wednesday, raising concerns of localised flooding and waterlogging in vulnerable areas.

An Arunachal activist who claims to have been harassed over anti-dam demonstrations has been prohibited from travelling overseas.

Arunachal activist Bhanu Tatak was stopped at Delhi airport on September 7 while attempting to travel to Dublin for a short course, due to a complaint filed by Itanagar police linked to her protests against the proposed Siang Dam. Tatak alleges the case is being used to suppress dissent, demanding withdrawal of charges and accountability from the authorities. The National Students’ Union of India condemned the move as a violation of democratic rights and is supporting Tatak through legal aid amid escalating tensions over the dam project.Here is an excerpt summarizing the incident:

The chief minister of Tripura declares Rs 5 crore for flood-affected Himachal.

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has announced a contribution of Rs 5 crore to the Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister’s Relief Fund to aid victims of the recent devastating floods. Expressing profound grief over the loss of lives and destruction caused by the deluge, Saha extended his condolences to the affected families and emphasized Tripura’s solidarity with Himachal Pradesh during this crisis. The financial aid will be provided immediately to support ongoing relief and rehabilitation efforts, reflecting the spirit of unity among Indian states in times of natural disasters.