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Rantu Paniphukan, the leader of the Veer Lachit Sena, was detained in Guwahati during a news briefing.

Veer Lachit Sena chief Rantu Paniphukan was arrested by Assam Police during a press conference in Guwahati. The detention occurred unexpectedly amid accusations linked to a kidnapping and extortion case involving organization members. Paniphukan defended the group’s actions, dismissed political motives, and announced an internal investigation. The arrests followed a ransom kidnapping, with police recovering evidence connecting the accused to Veer Lachit Sena, including signed letters and organizational logos. The investigation continues to reveal the full extent of organizational involvement.

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In a new draft, Assam proposes a seven-year prison sentence for polygamy: Himanta Biswa Sharma.

The Assam government will introduce a law against polygamy with a minimum seven-year imprisonment provision, regardless of religion. The bill will be tabled in the Assam Legislative Assembly on November 25 during the winter session. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sharma made the announcement while launching the second phase of the Mukhya Mantrir Nijut Moina scheme, which has successfully reduced girl student dropouts by providing financial assistance. Sharma also mentioned upcoming bills on “love jihad” and polygamy to be presented in the Assembly.

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Crop insurance will shortly be introduced by the Mizoram government. Vanlalruata, Minister of Agriculture.

Mizoram Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister PC Vanlalruata announced that the state government will soon introduce a crop insurance scheme to protect farmers from financial losses due to crop failure, natural disasters, pests, or diseases. A state-level coordination committee on crop insurance has been set up, and a general insurance company has been selected to implement the scheme.

The minister emphasized that the initiative fulfills the ruling Zoram People’s Movement’s 2023 election promise to safeguard farmers and ensure assured procurement. The government has already begun directly purchasing produce from farmers, including continued procurement of ginger under the “Bana Kaih” (handholding) scheme. Around Rs 140 crore has been spent on buying raw ginger, with an additional Rs 50 crore allocated for the 2025–26 fiscal year to sustain the program.

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ICSTIP-2025 is being held at Assam Downtown University to encourage sustainability and innovation.

The International Conference on Science, Technology, Innovation and Policy for Global Health and Sustainability (ICSTIP‑2025) began on Monday at Assam down town University, organized by the Faculty of Science. The ceremony opened with the lighting of the lamp and Saraswati Vandana led by Dr. Radali Duarah.

Conference President Dr. Manash Pratim Sarma welcomed delegates and emphasized interdisciplinary collaboration to tackle global and national challenges. Vice‑Chancellor Prof. N. C. Talukdar reaffirmed the university’s dedication to building a robust research culture promoting innovation and sustainability.

The Souvenir and Abstract Book containing participant research papers was released. Chief guest Prof. (Dr.) Kamal Malla Bujarbaruah, former Vice‑Chancellor of Assam Agricultural University, underlined the need for collaborative research for sustainable progress in Northeast India.

Dr. Suraksha S. Diwan, Scientist‑F from the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India, delivered the keynote address on “Harnessing Biotechnology for Sustainable Development in the North Eastern Region — India’s Emerging Growth Engine,” highlighting biotechnology’s role in economic growth and environmental protection.

International speakers Marek Zborowski from Poland and Prof. Vera Ferro Lebres from Portugal shared global perspectives on research and innovation. The session ended with a vote of thanks by Convenor Dr. Partha Pratim Kalita, acknowledging all contributors to the successful inauguration.

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Amid an increase in extortion and intimidation cases, the Assam chief minister suggests that Veer Lachit Sena groups like ULFA-I may be banned.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sharma on Monday, October 27, issued a stern warning against the Veer Lachit Sena, saying that the state government is considering strict action, including a possible ban, against the organisation accused of intimidation and extortion. Addressing the media in Guwahati, Sharma said the group has been disrupting peace under the guise of cultural activities and donation drives, adding that the administration will not hesitate to act if necessary. His remarks came after a kidnapping case in Guwahati reportedly linked to individuals associated with the group, prompting intensified surveillance and law enforcement action across the state.

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While travelling to Jalpaiguri, six citizens of Bangladesh were detained in Tripura.

“Acting on a tip-off, personnel from the 154th Battalion of the Border Security Force (BSF) on Sunday detained six Bangladeshi nationals—including a child—at Ambassa Railway Station in Dhalai district, Tripura. The group, all residents of Bagerhat district in Bangladesh, had allegedly entered Tripura illegally with the help of an intermediary and planned to travel to Jalpaiguri in West Bengal in search of work. During interrogation, one detainee admitted to crossing the border about a month ago after being introduced to a contact in Agartala. Photographs of the group were sent in advance to a Jalpaiguri-based agent. After questioning, the detainees are set to be handed over to Ambassa Police and produced before the court. The incident highlights ongoing challenges of cross-border migration and trafficking in the region.”

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New air connections between Agartala and Bagdogra and Silchar would improve regional connectivity.

“Agartala’s Maharaja Bir Bikram (MBB) Airport has expanded its air connectivity with the launch of new direct flights linking Agartala to Bagdogra and the resumption of flights to Silchar after nearly 30 years. Air India Express has inaugurated the Agartala–Bagdogra route, while IndiGo is set to resume Agartala–Silchar flights, marking significant enhancements in regional access. The newly built 30,000 sq. metre terminal at MBB Airport can handle both domestic and international passengers during peak hours, solidifying its status as the Northeast’s second-busiest airport after Guwahati. With direct air links to ten key Indian cities and future plans to start international services to Chittagong, the airport is recognized for its modern facilities and rising importance as a regional hub. Land for the airport, like several others in Tripura, was donated by the state’s royal family, and the site played a strategic role in World War II, having been bombed by Japanese aircraft in 1943. The airport currently ranks tenth nationally for customer satisfaction and manages 4,000 to 5,000 passengers daily with up to 16 flights per day.”

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HC requests an update on Mizoram highway repairs and issues a strict warning for any delays.

“The Aizawl bench of the Gauhati High Court has directed MSJ Infratech, the contractor responsible for repairing the Sairang–Kawnpui stretch of NH-306/06, to file an affidavit by October 31 detailing the current progress and expected completion timeline of repairs. This order was issued while reviewing a public interest litigation submitted by the Mizoram Truck Drivers’ Association, which highlighted the persistent dilapidation of this critical highway segment. The court cautioned that if the report is not submitted on time, officials from the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) would be summoned to appear before the court on November 6, the next hearing date. The PIL underscores the worsened condition of this vital road—Mizoram’s main supply route—particularly after the recent monsoon, severely disrupting transport and endangering commuters. The court’s intervention comes amid growing public frustration over the lack of substantive progress in restoring the state’s key transport lifeline.”​

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Next week, the Election Commission will start updating voter lists throughout India.

“The Election Commission of India will announce the schedule for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists on Monday. The SIR exercise will take place in multiple phases, starting with Assam, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Kerala, and West Bengal ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. States with local body elections underway will be excluded from the first phase and included later. The SIR is a comprehensive update and cleanup of electoral rolls, requiring all registered voters to submit fresh enumeration forms. The primary objective is to ensure accurate, updated voter lists and to identify and remove illegal entries, especially by verifying place of birth. Bihar completed its SIR in September 2025, with the final roll published ahead of its November elections. Most other states last conducted an intensive revision between 2002 and 2004, and the new SIR aims to address demographic changes, migration, and possible duplicate or foreign entries on the rolls.”​​

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A woman was discovered dead in a Guwahati flat amid claims of drug abuse and a romantic triangle.

Police in Guwahati have launched an in-depth probe following the recovery of Riya Rajbongshi’s body from a rented house in Hatigaon’s Lakhimi Nagar on October 24. The accused, Rohan Kashyap alias Nayan Das, who had been in a live-in relationship with tenant Banjita Rabha, was arrested after initially absconding. Police seized drugs, containers, and ₹1.5 lakh in cash from the scene. Das claimed the victim died of a drug overdose, though investigators are probing possible trafficking links and foul play. He later led police to Maa Kamakhya Hotel in Ulubari, where two mobile phones and 13 grams of suspected brown sugar were recovered. Both accused remain under interrogation as the investigation continues.

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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.

State

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.

State

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.

State

Due to the NH-715 diversion proposal, locals block the Kaliabor–Jakhalabandha road in Assam.

State

Dima Hasao tourism may suffer as Vistadome Express will be permanently discontinued on January 1 in Assam.

State

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