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14-year-old SLHEP dam turbine part is being shipped in Assam.

A stranded turbine component for the 2,000 MW Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Power (SLHEP) dam at Gerukamukh, Assam, was finally transported after remaining immobilized for 14 years. Initially halted by anti-dam protests led by Akhil Gogoi in 2011, the machinery was abandoned in North Lakhimpur, where it became a canvas for protest art. Opposition from groups like KMSS, AASU, and AJYCP had kept the project under contention, but today, the turbine was finally moved to its destination at the NHPC-operated dam site.

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In Imphal West, Manipur police detain a suspected armed smuggler.

Manipur Police have arrested a 50-year-old man identified as Konsam Romeo Singh, suspected to be an armed Smuggler during an operation in a crowded area of Imphal on Friday.

Police made the arrest near the Bazar India Shopping Mall in Chingmeirong, Imphal West district, following intelligence inputs regarding illegal armed activities.

According to a police report, a Commando unit from the City police station swiftly responded to the indicated location, leading to the apprehension of Singh, who is a resident of Sawombung Maniyaiskul in Imphal East District.

Following his arrest, police have recovered one 9 mm Pistol with a magazine loaded with 10 rounds, one mobile phone, cash of Rs 33o, and one identity card.

The report added that the arrested individual and the seized items are now in police custody for further investigation.

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The Bairabi-Sairang railway line will be put into service by NFR in July.

The Bairabi-Sairang broad gauge railway line connecting Mizoram to India’s railway network is set for commissioning in July. Executed by Northeast Frontier Railway, the ₹8,200 crore project features extensive infrastructure and trial runs have been successfully conducted. As part of the Centre’s Act East policy, the railway boosts connectivity in the Northeast. A survey for further extension to Lawngtlai near the Myanmar border is underway. Officials discussed ongoing developments with Mizoram’s CM, while a CRS inspection is scheduled for early June, paving the way for inauguration after June 17.

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Khatkhati Evacuation Caused by Gas Leak During Well Digging in Assam.

This is a serious situation. Based on available reports, the gas leak occurred during a water boring operation in Khatkhati on May 1, around 5 PM. A strong flow of water erupted unexpectedly and continued until the next morning, causing concern among residents. ONGC experts have arrived to assess the site and collect samples to determine the cause of the leak. Authorities have restricted activities within 200 meters of the affected area while awaiting test results.
The district administration is closely monitoring the situation, and further actions will depend on ONGC’s findings. If natural gas is confirmed, it could have broader implications for resource exploration in the region.

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Security personnel dispose IEDs and prevent a militant strike close to the Myanmar border in Manipur.

In a joint operation near the Myanmar border, security forces defused eight Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), dismantled three illegal bunkers, and seized ammunition in Saivom village, Manipur. The operation, led by the BSF, RAF, Assam Rifles, and local police, followed an internal security exercise aimed at evaluating preparedness for various threats. The coordinated effort highlights the strategic measures taken to prevent potential terror incidents and enhance security in the region.

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To stop timber smuggling, the Tripura government would establish an intelligence team.

Tripura Forest Minister Animesh Debbarma has proposed the formation of an intelligence unit within the forest department to enhance surveillance and combat timber smuggling. He announced the initiative during a motorcycle distribution event in Agartala while expressing dissatisfaction with irregularities in department operations. Debbarma emphasized rational resource utilization, compliance with official norms, and the need for armed personnel and a special task force to tackle smuggling activities effectively. Hierarchical reforms modeled after the Tripura Police Department are also being considered to strengthen the department’s efficiency.

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In the Chandel operation, the Assam Rifles capture two smugglers and seize Rs 9 cr worth of contraband in Manipur.

In a recent operation, Assam Rifles apprehended two smugglers in Manipur’s Chandel district, seizing 35.41 kg of banned drugs worth Rs 9 crores, along with unaccounted cash of Rs 2.6 lakh and two vehicles. Acting on intelligence, the operation targeted suspicious vehicles traveling from Moreh to Churachandpur. The apprehended individuals, along with the contraband and vehicles, were handed over to Moreh Police Station for further action.

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Kuki-Zo groups call for a shutdown and silence in remembrance of the victims of the violence in Manipur.

Two prominent Kuki-Zo student bodies, the Zomi Students’ Federation (ZSF) and the Kuki Students’ Organisation (KSO), have called for a complete shutdown of educational institutions and businesses in parts of Manipur on May 3, marking the second anniversary of ethnic violence between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities.
The day will be observed with solemn acts of remembrance, including black flag displays, commemorative events, prayers, and gatherings at symbolic sites like the Martyrs’ Cemetery in Churachandpur. Meanwhile, the Indigenous Tribal Leaders’ Forum (ITLF) has named May 3 “Separation Day,” calling for reflection on the ongoing challenges faced by the Kuki-Zo communities. In the Imphal Valley, the Meitei organisation COCOMI and Federation of Civil Society Organisations (FOCS) will also commemorate the day, focusing on unity and deliberation on the state’s future.

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ENPO conditionally approves the Center’s Frontier Nagaland plan.

In a notable political shift, the Eastern Nagaland People’s Organisation (ENPO) has conditionally accepted the Centre’s proposal for a new administrative framework termed ‘Frontier Nagaland Territory’ (FNT). Representing six eastern districts — Mon, Tuensang, Longleng, Noklak, Shamator, and Kiphire — the ENPO has temporarily paused its long-standing demand for separate statehood due to the central government’s reluctance at this stage.
The organisation insists on full executive, legislative, and financial autonomy for the FNT, alongside enhanced fiscal allocations, additional parliamentary representation, and greater legislative authority under Article 371A. While this marks a temporary compromise, ENPO emphasizes that unresolved issues will be pursued through democratic processes, with a review of the arrangement within 10 years.

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Three Bangladeshis and two Indians are apprehended by the BSF at Teliamura Railway Station at Tripura.

The Border Security Force (BSF) in Tripura, acting on specific intelligence, apprehended three Bangladeshi nationals along with two Indian touts at Teliamura Railway Station while they attempted to board the Agartala–Silchar train. The detained individuals include residents from Bangladesh’s Habiganj district and Indian accomplices from Tripura and Assam. Additionally, BSF troops conducted operations along the Indo-Bangladesh border, preventing several smuggling attempts and seizing contraband worth around Rs 4 lakh. The BSF has ramped up surveillance along the international border to counter infiltration and cross-border crime, reaffirming its commitment to maintaining security.

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State

Farmers in Assam received compensation from Pobitora Sanctuary for crop losses brought on by wildlife infiltration.

Regional

Two Assamese were detained in Imphal for operating an interstate cybercrime ring.

Regional

Arunachal Pradesh: The newly built Gauwahati HC Itanagar Bench building will be inaugurated by the CJI.

Regional

Meghalaya: Due to the certificate vending delay, hawkers demonstrate at the Shillong Municipal Board

State

Assam CM calls for action against USTM on forest land: demolish USTM and pray to God.

International

The High Commissioner of Bangladesh begins a three-day visit to Tripura.

Regional

USTM, which was constructed on forest property, might disappear in two years: Biswa Sharma Himanta.

Regional

ASSAM RIFLES CELEBRATES BIRTH ANNIVERSARY OF FREEDOM FIGHTER HAIPOU JADONANG AT KAMBIRON VILLAGE, MANIPUR

National

The Election Commission decides on the electoral college and prepares for the vice presidential election.

Regional

Commercial vehicles in Mizoram will not operate for a week in order to assist with NH-306 repairs.

Regional

The centre approves Rs 69,342 cr rail projects in the Northeast and builds more than 16,000 km of roadways.

State

Himanta launches a website where Native Americans can apply for firearms licenses.

Regional

To encourage tourism, the Tripura government plans to create six nature parks throughout the state.

National

RBI Governor: The US tariff hike does not pose a significant threat to the Indian economy.

State

Meghalaya detains two Assamese guys in possession of more than 50g of heroin.

Sports

Purple rice from Assam Agricultural University is registered under the Plant Variety Act.