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Tripura asks the Center for help in launching seaplane services.

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has requested central government support to introduce seaplane services connecting the Narikel Kunja island resort in Dumboor Lake, aiming to boost tourism in the state. The proposal, discussed with DoNER Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, highlights the need for a strategic framework to attract investments and identify high-potential tourism projects in Northeast India. Tripura Tourism Minister Sushanta Chowdhury has also held talks with private airlines to explore the feasibility of seaplane operations, which are expected to provide faster, scenic travel to major aquatic destinations like Narikel Kunja and Chobimura. The initiative is anticipated to offer unique travel experiences for tourists and contribute significantly to the local economy.

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Solar energy is becoming increasingly popular in Tripura, according to the Power Minister.

Tripura’s Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana has received an enthusiastic response, with thousands of households registering to install rooftop solar plants. Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath highlighted that the scheme enables families to generate their own electricity, significantly cut power bills, and earn additional income by supplying surplus energy to the grid. Over 13,500 households have registered under the scheme, and the state aims to bring at least 50,000 families on board, targeting 150 MW of solar power generation by March 2027. Subsidies are provided based on system capacity, making solar adoption more accessible, especially for economically weaker sections. The initiative is being actively promoted through awareness camps, and many consumers have already installed solar systems, achieving both financial and environmental benefits.

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Meghalaya introduces its first sailing yacht to promote sports and tourism.

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma inaugurated the state’s first-ever sailing yacht, Meghalinor, at Umiam Lake, marking a significant step towards boosting tourism and water sports in the region. The launch event, attended by key tourism officials, highlighted the government’s unified vision to create employment and livelihood opportunities, especially for the youth. Sangma emphasized that the initiative is not just symbolic but a concrete move to unlock Umiam Lake’s untapped potential, with plans underway to develop the area into a premier water sports and tourism destination. The government is also investing in infrastructure and expanding water-based activities such as sailing, kayaking, and canoeing, aiming to position Umiam as a hub for both leisure and competitive sports in Northeast India.

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13 PCJSS members from Bangladesh are being held for unauthorised border crossing in Tripura.

Tripura Police have detained 13 individuals linked to the Parbatya Chattagram Jana Samhita Samiti (PCJSS) from Bangladesh’s Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT). The group, comprising 11 men and 2 women, was apprehended in Hapania, under Amtali Police Station, after allegedly crossing into India illegally for medical treatment. Some detainees were reportedly injured in a violent clash on May 14 between the PCJSS faction led by Santu Larma and the rival United People’s Democratic Front (UPDF). Authorities plan to deport the individuals with assistance from the Mobile Task Force, as some bear burn scars and cut injuries sustained in the conflict.

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More than 200 lorries headed for Manipur are stranded by the collapsing Nagaland route.

A massive road sinking on National Highway 102 near Phesama in Nagaland’s Kohima district has stranded over 200 goods-laden vehicles traveling from Dimapur (Nagaland) to Imphal (Manipur). In response, transport unions have mobilized efforts to repair the bypass road connecting Phesama to Mao/Tadubi in Manipur. The Manipur Drivers’ Association has provided machinery and ambulances to accelerate the repair work. Meanwhile, Kohima authorities have directed heavy vehicles from Manipur to halt at Khuzama and those from Dimapur at Sechü-Subza to manage traffic until the road is restored.

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Four East Kameng villages are cut off by landslides, and services are interrupted in Arunachal.

Four remote villages in the Bameng assembly constituency of East Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh—Embo Riang, Effa, Gadi Solung, and Lengdi Liyang—have been completely cut off from the Additional Deputy Commissioner headquarters after days of relentless rainfall triggered severe landslides. The resulting road washouts have halted all development activities and made daily commutes impossible. Residents are facing acute hardships, including a lack of water supply and electricity for several days, and continue to struggle with inadequate medical infrastructure. Parts of the Bameng Indoor Complex have also been damaged due to soil erosion. Locals are urgently appealing to authorities and elected representatives for immediate restoration of essential services and road connectivity.

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Meghalayan honeymoon turns murder: Police find murder weapon, wife still unaccounted for.

Meghalaya police have made a major breakthrough in the case of a missing honeymooning couple from Indore, recovering what they believe to be the murder weapon used in the killing of 29-year-old Raja Raghuvanshi. The freshly purchased dao—a traditional knife—was found during the investigation after Raja’s body was discovered in a deep gorge near Weisawdong Falls, eight days after he and his wife Sonam vanished during their trip to Sohra. District Police Chief Vivek Syiem confirmed the homicide, noting that the weapon appeared to have been bought specifically for the crime. Evidence collected at the scene, including fragments of a mobile phone, a smartwatch, and a woman’s shirt, suggests the couple may have been together during the incident. The ongoing search for Sonam continues, with authorities deploying drones and rescue teams despite challenging weather conditions. The case has raised serious concerns about tourist safety in Meghalaya, especially in the wake of a similar incident involving a foreign tourist earlier this year.

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After being allegedly detained, an Indian woman was discovered in Bangladesh her family is demanding justice.

A 50-year-old woman from Assam’s Dhubri district, Dayjan Bibi, was found in Bangladesh under troubling circumstances, raising concerns about alleged forced deportation. Bangladeshi police reported that Bibi claimed Indian authorities pushed her across the border, while her husband accused Indian police of deceitfully taking her away. Documentational lapses in identity verification may have contributed to the situation, reflecting deeper issues in the sensitive border region. Authorities in both nations are expected to investigate, as Bibi remains in custody in Mymensingh, Bangladesh.”

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Floods in Manipur: Congress calls on the governor to declare a “state calamity”

The Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) has urged Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla to officially declare the ongoing flood situation in Manipur as a “State Calamity.” In a letter submitted by MP Bimol Akoijam, the Congress leader emphasized that such a declaration would streamline inter-departmental coordination, unlock financial assistance from the center, and facilitate relief and infrastructure restoration. The flooding has severely impacted multiple districts, with Imphal East among the worst affected. Given the early onset and intensity of this year’s monsoon, coupled with an orange alert issued by the India Meteorological Department, officials warn that the situation is likely to worsen.

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IAF saves 14 people stuck in a flooded river on the border between Assam and Arunachal

The Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully rescued 14 individuals stranded in the swollen Bomjir River along the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border on Sunday morning. The rescue, coordinated by the Tinsukia district administration and Arunachal Pradesh authorities, was carried out in response to a rapid rise in water levels due to continuous rainfall. Among those rescued, 13 were from Assam’s Tinsukia district, and one was from Arunachal Pradesh. Officials confirmed that all individuals have returned home safely, with Tinsukia District Commissioner Swapneel Paul praising the IAF’s swift intervention.

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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