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 No Objection Certificate (NOC) permission for a railway survey in the district has been denied by the Jaintia Hills Autonomous District Council (JHADC) in Meghalaya

The Jaintia Hills Autonomous District Council (JHADC) in Meghalaya has denied granting a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for a proposed railway survey in the district. Chief Executive Member Thombor Shiwat clarified that no application for the survey has been received.

The decision follows strong opposition from various pressure groups demanding the suspension of the Chaparmukh-Jowai railway project until adequate immigration control measures are in place. The 180-km railway line, initiated by the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR), aims to enhance connectivity between Assam and Meghalaya.

VPP MDC Deivipaya T Tongper raised questions about the project’s status, emphasizing concerns over unregulated migration. Responding to the mounting pressure, the JHADC has maintained its refusal to grant the NOC until assurances on immigration control are established.

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When West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee spoke at Oxford University’s Kellogg College in the UK, she was met with a great deal of protest and disturbance.

During her speech at Oxford University’s Kellogg College, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee faced intense protests led by the Student’s Federation of India (SFI-UK). The event, meant to discuss West Bengal’s development and investment opportunities, quickly turned contentious as Banerjee was interrupted with pointed questions, particularly about the controversial rape and murder case in Kolkata. The tension escalated when the topic shifted to the treatment of Hindus in Bengal, leading to chants of “go back” from some in the audience. In an attempt to diffuse the situation, Banerjee displayed an image from the 1990s showing her with a bandaged head, recounting an assassination attempt. Despite her efforts, the protests continued. SFI-UK later took responsibility, condemning Banerjee as an “anti-democratic leader” and criticizing the college for hosting her.

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New Delhi: To maintain national highways, the center has approved Rs 9,599 crore.

The government has approved significant investments in maintaining the National Highway (NH) network, including short-term maintenance contracts (STMC) for 17,884 km and performance-based maintenance contracts (PBMC) for 6,118 km, with a total cost of Rs 9,599 crore in the current fiscal year (FY25). The government is also focusing on road safety, with the rectification of over 5,000 black spots and the installation of an Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS) on four-lane and above NHs to improve incident response and road safety. Additionally, 1,310 NH projects covering 31,187 km, costing Rs 8.11 lakh crore, are currently under construction across the country.

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Mutual awareness of one another’s problems, interests, To Yunus, PM Modi writes.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a letter to Muhammad Yunus, the chief advisor to Bangladesh’s interim government, highlighted the importance of mutual sensitivity when referencing the Bangladesh Liberation War, emphasizing it as a “shared history.” He congratulated Bangladesh on its National Day and reiterated India’s commitment to advancing bilateral relations, driven by common aspirations for peace, stability, and prosperity. President Droupadi Murmu also extended her warm greetings, reaffirming India’s support for a democratic and progressive Bangladesh. The relationship between the two countries has faced tensions, particularly following the political changes in Bangladesh, but both nations continue to engage diplomatically on issues of mutual concern.

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A professor at Assam University is being threatened and accused of caste-based abuse.

A formal complaint has been filed against Professor Mahmood Ansari of the Economics Department at Assam University, Silchar, following allegations of verbal abuse, caste-based discrimination, and threats against maintenance workers. The incident, which occurred on March 12, 2025, at the professor’s official residence, reportedly involved aggressive and offensive remarks towards workers carrying out maintenance under an Annual Maintenance Contract. According to the complaint, Professor Ansari insulted the workers, including making derogatory comments about their caste and the people of Barak Valley.

The situation escalated when he allegedly targeted a worker from a Scheduled Caste background with a slur, detained them inside his residence, and threatened them with physical harm. Despite a formal complaint lodged with the university by the workers’ contractor, no action has been taken by Assam University, leading the workers to approach the police for an FIR under the Indian Penal Code and the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.

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SEARCH OPERATION FOR DRUGS, RESULTS IN RECOVERY OF COUNTERFEIT CURRENCY BY ASSAM RIFLES.

On 25 March 2025, Assam Rifles seized counterfeit Indian currency notes worth ₹37,28,500 in Rongpur, Silchar, Assam. Initially launched as a search operation targeting drug smuggling, the operation uncovered a significant stash of fake currency instead. This successful operation underscores Assam Rifles’ vigilance and commitment to curbing illegal activities in the region, contributing to the prevention of counterfeit currency circulation.

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Digboi Refinery in Assam Donates Eight Ambulances and Signs Six Memorandums of Understanding for CSR Projects.

In a significant move towards community development, the Digboi Refinery of Indian Oil Corporation Limited (Assam Oil Division) has signed six MoUs for CSR projects for FY 2024-25 and delivered eight ambulances to healthcare centers in the region. The new initiatives include providing nutritional support to 2,937 TB patients, promoting menstrual hygiene in Powai forest village, offering hearing aids through a partnership with NHM-Assam, encouraging sustainable organic farming, supporting wildlife rescue and rehabilitation efforts, and establishing a de-addiction center for male children struggling with substance abuse. These projects reflect the refinery’s strong legacy of social responsibility, further enhancing its impact on the local communities.

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66,000 Yaba tablets valued at Rs. 20 crore are seized by Assam police in Cachar.

In a significant operation on Tuesday, Assam Police seized 66,000 Yaba tablets worth Rs. 20 crore in Cachar district. Acting on reliable intelligence, a police team raided the residence of Md Dil Bahar in Raj Gobindpur, Baga, and discovered the drugs hidden in the false ceiling. The tablets contained a psychotropic substance, and authorities believe they were smuggled from a neighboring state. This operation follows another major drug seizure in South Salmara Mankachar district, underscoring the state’s commitment to tackling drug trafficking.

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In Parliament on Tuesday, Shillong MP Ricky A. J. Syngkon voiced concerns regarding Prof. PS Shukla, the vice chancellor of Meghalaya’s North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU).

MP Ricky A J Syngkon raised concerns in Parliament about the leadership of Meghalaya’s North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU), calling for the immediate removal of Vice Chancellor Prof. PS Shukla. Syngkon cited allegations of inefficiency and corruption, claiming that Shukla had lost the confidence of students, teachers, and non-teaching staff, resulting in disarray within the university. With tensions running high, students and staff have vowed to prevent Shukla from entering the campus. Syngkon urged the concerned ministry to address the issue seriously, prioritizing the well-being of the university community.

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Four people were taken into custody by a Sribhumi (Karimganj) police team in Assam after they found an alleged stolen vehicle containing 54 refrigerators.

A police team from Sribhumi, Karimganj, Assam, recently recovered a stolen truck with 54 refrigerators and arrested four individuals, including the truck driver. The truck had disappeared while transporting goods from Guwahati to Agartala. Following a complaint by the transport company owner, police located the abandoned truck and traced the stolen refrigerators to a warehouse in Cachar district. The arrested individuals have been identified as Abu Salim Barabhuiya, Jabir Iqbal Laskar, Abu Sajad, and driver Zabir Hussain.

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Barak Bolchhe!

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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