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.

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.

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.

The Assam flood catastrophe worsens, with 17 people dead and 6.33 lakh impacted in 21 districts.

The flood crisis in Assam has intensified, with six more deaths reported on Tuesday, raising this year’s toll from floods and landslides to 17, according to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA). Over 6.33 lakh people across 21 districts have been affected, with Sribhumi, Nagaon, and Cachar among the worst-hit areas. More than 1,500 villages are inundated, forcing nearly 40,000 people to seek shelter in 223 relief camps. Seven rivers, including the Brahmaputra, are flowing above danger levels, and extensive crop damage has been reported. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured full central support after reviewing the situation with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who has directed urgent relief efforts. The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for heavy rainfall, urging residents to remain cautious as authorities continue to monitor and respond to the evolving crisis.

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.

Tripura prepares for the July 3 start of the century-old Kharchi festival.

Tripura is gearing up for the century-old Kharchi Puja festival, set to commence on July 3. The festival honors Chaturdasa Devata, the ancestral deity of the Tripuri people, drawing thousands of devotees from across India.
A preparatory meeting chaired by MLA Ratan Chakraborty was held at the West Tripura District Magistrate’s Conference Hall to ensure smooth arrangements at the Chaturdasa Devata Temple in Khayerpur. Chakraborty emphasized Kharchi Puja as a cultural pride of Tripura, calling for collective efforts from government departments and social organizations to make the event successful.
Officials discussed key logistics, including infrastructure upgrades, health services, lighting, sanitation, and parking. Government stalls will showcase welfare schemes, while the Information and Cultural Affairs Department will organize daily cultural programs featuring prominent artists.

Assam CM Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma visits flood-hit Silchar, Emphasises wetland conservation as key to urban flood mitigation

Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma visited flood-affected areas in Cachar district, conducting a ground review of the crisis. Emphasizing a long-term flood mitigation strategy, he stressed the conservation of natural wetlands around Silchar as a sustainable solution.
Touring six major relief camps, the CM interacted with displaced residents and directed officials to ensure uninterrupted essential services, particularly for vulnerable groups. He also reviewed infrastructure projects, including the Berenga embankment and Katigora Gammon Setu, while announcing deeper drilling for stable roadwork in Tarapur Shibbari.
To combat urban flooding, the administration deployed 10 water pumps, with plans for more if required. Dr Sarma advocated for a permanent pumping station and the revival of key wetlands for effective drainage.
The CM handed over an ex-gratia payment of ₹4 lakh to a bereaved family and acknowledged contributions totaling ₹1,19,67,000 from philanthropic individuals and businesses to the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund.

Prohibitive orders are issued by the Chirang district of Assam to protect public safety during the monsoon season.

Assam Health & Family Welfare and Irrigation Minister Ashok Singhal held virtual review meetings with officials and representatives from Goalpara and Biswanath districts to assess flagship government schemes and flood relief efforts. He emphasized timely implementation and inter-departmental coordination to ensure effective public service delivery.
Among the key initiatives reviewed were CMAAA 2.0 (rural development), Orunodoi 3.0 (financial aid for women), and Mission Basundhara 3.0 (land reforms). Singhal also monitored the construction of Model Anganwadi Centres, crucial for early childhood education.

Former Gurcharan College Vice President Snehanshu Shekhar Bhattacharya and Social activist Priyadeep Misra Donates ₹50,000 to CM Relief Fund for Assam Flood Crisis.

Snehanshu Shekhar Bhattacharya, former Vice President of Gurcharan College, and social activist Priyadeep Misra donated ₹50,000 to the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund to support ongoing flood relief efforts in Assam. They personally handed over the cheque to Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma at the Deputy Commissioner’s Office in Silchar. CM Sarma praised their dedication to social service and encouraged their continued involvement. The donation comes at a crucial time as Assam battles severe flooding, affecting thousands across the state.

When visiting flood-affected Lakhimpur, the Assam chief minister promises long-term fixes.

“Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma visited flood-hit areas of Lakhimpur district on Monday, where rising waters—exacerbated by water release from NEEPCO’s Ranganadi Dam—have submerged villages. He assured immediate relief and long-term mitigation efforts, discussing future safeguards with local officials and NEEPCO representatives. In Amtola, where the Pachnoi River embankment has been breached, Sarma ordered emergency measures and permanent restoration post-monsoon. Emphasizing accountability in dam water management, he announced an inquiry into potential negligence. With floods affecting nearly four lakh people across Assam, relief and rescue operations remain ongoing.”