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  Meghalaya imposes 2-month night curfew along India-Bangladesh border amid rising tensions

  May 09, 2025 12:24 IST

  The order aims to curb illegal and undesirable activities, including the smuggling of cattle, contraband goods, betelnut, betel leaves, dry fish, bidis, cigarettes, and tea leaves in and around the Indo-Bangladesh border. The order has been enforced immediately due to the urgency of the situation.

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  Northeastern states set for nationwide mock drill today: Check district-wise preparations

  May 07, 2025 0:00 IST

  India will conduct a nationwide mock drill on May 7, including in northeastern states, to prepare citizens for emergencies, with blackouts, evacuations, and special patrol units involved.

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  Assam University students accuse assistant professor of sexual harassment, demand action

  May 05, 2025 17:07 IST

  Students at Assam University have accused Assistant Professor Ajit Kumar Jena of sexual harassment, misconduct, and abuse of authority, prompting protests and demands for a transparent investigation

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  Kaziranga National Park to close jeep safari indefinitely from May 19 | Here's why

  May 04, 2025 14:54 IST

  Kaziranga National Park & Tiger Reserve, the largest of its kind in Northeast India and a major attraction for both domestic and international tourists due to its iconic one-horned rhinoceros.

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  Manipur marks two years of ethnic conflict, calls for bandh to remember victims

  May 03, 2025 16:21 IST

  A police official stated that due to the shutdown, shops, markets, business establishments, government and non-government offices, banks, and educational institutions were closed, while most vehicles, except those of security forces, remained off the roads.

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  'The minor children of one MP from state are no longer citizens of India,' claims Assam CM

  May 02, 2025 16:14 IST

  Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma's explosive claim about Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi's children's citizenship status has sparked a heated political row, with the opposition accusing him of baseless attacks.

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  Manipur: Imphal’s Ring Road Project promises relief from traffic woes, paves way for smart city

  May 01, 2025 15:39 IST

  This project is designed to tackle the city's ongoing traffic gridlock and is being carried out with funding from the Asian Development Bank at an estimated cost of Rs 1,766 crore.

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  New highway from Shillong to Silchar gets approval from Union Cabinet: Check project cost details

  April 30, 2025 16:31 IST

  Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said a high-speed highway corridor connecting Meghalaya and Assam have been approved. This will be from Shillong to Silchar. The estimated cost for this project is Rs. 22,864 crore.

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  Protests in Tripura amid concerns over Bangladesh building embankments along India border

  April 29, 2025 15:06 IST

  Tripura shares an 856-kilometre-long border with Bangladesh, which forms about 21% of the total India-Bangladesh border. The state is surrounded by Bangladesh on three sides - north, west, and south - while its eastern side is bordered by the Indian states of Assam and Mizoram.

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  Arunachal Pradesh: Kidnapped civilian rescued, three NSCN (KYA) cadres killed in security operation

  April 28, 2025 7:41 IST

  Security forces rescued one construction worker on Sunday after two were kidnapped from Pangchao in Longding district, Arunachal Pradesh, on April 25. A joint operation by the Indian Army and Assam Rifles on April 27 led to a firefight, in which three NSCN (KYA) cadres were killed.

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  Assam CM hits back at Bilawal Bhutto, vows strong retaliation over Pahalgam terror attack

  April 27, 2025 16:28 IST

  Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma strongly condemned Bilawal Bhutto's anti-India remarks, reaffirming India's resolve to protect national security and asserting its rights over the Indus Waters amid rising tensions following the Pahalgam terrorist attack.

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  10 arrested in Assam for anti-India posts, NSA charges for supporting Pakistan: Assam CM

  April 26, 2025 21:37 IST

  This development comes in the backdrop of the April 22 terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam, where militants opened fire on tourists at Baisaran meadow. The brutal assault claimed the lives of 26 people, including one Nepali citizen, and left many others injured.

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  Assam: AIUDF MLA arrested on sedition charges for 'defending' Pakistan over Pahalgam terror attack

  April 25, 2025 12:39 IST

  A video surfaced on social media showing Aminul Islam, the MLA, defending Pakistan and its involvement in the deadly Pahalgam terror attack that left 26 people dead.

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  Sikkim landslides: Around 1,000 tourists stranded, travel permits suspended amid heavy rains

  April 25, 2025 7:31 IST

  Sikkim landslides: The police said that massive landslides have occurred at Munshithang on the Lachen–Chungthang road and at Lema/Bob on the same road. In view of this, the authorities have cancelled all permits given to tourists for visiting the region on April 25.

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  Assam Police arrests AIUDF MLA on sedition charges for derogatory remarks on Pahalgam terror attack

  April 24, 2025 18:10 IST

  Pahalgam terror attack: After the Pahalgam attack, the Indian government has decided to suspend visa services for Pakistani nationals with immediate effect.

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  'Kalma' saved my life: Assam University Professor recounts Pahalgam terror ordeal

  April 23, 2025 22:20 IST

  A group of terrorists opened fire at Baisaran meadows, killing at least 26 people, mostly tourists from other states, and injuring several others.

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  Assam: Bomb threat sparks chaos at Gauhati High Court, triggers massive security sweep

  April 22, 2025 16:22 IST

  A bomb threat email sent to the Gauhati High Court triggered panic and a major security response, with investigations currently underway.

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  Manipur cannot return to normalcy without free movement of people: State MP

  April 21, 2025 11:18 IST

  On April 14, many Meiteis decided to abandon their plans to visit the Thangjing hills in Churachandpur and returned to Moirang in Bishnupur district, following the counsel of community elders.

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  Manipur: 9 members of banned organisations arrested in 48 hours amidst intensive raids

  April 20, 2025 16:19 IST

  The crackdown follows a high-level security meeting between top Army commanders and Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla at the Raj Bhavan on Friday.

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  Assam CM invites PM Modi to inaugurate key projects, Bhupen Hazarika centenary celebrations

  April 19, 2025 17:22 IST

  PM Modi, in response, accepted the invitation and will be in Assam on September 8 to participate in these significant milestones for the state.

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  Assam Panchayat poll: CM Sarma slams Congress for 'defaming state' amid allegations of intimidation

  April 18, 2025 17:03 IST

  The Chief Minister pointed out that a 'massive withdrawal' of candidates has not happened, and that over 2000 candidates have registered their names to contest the 300 zilla panchayat seats.

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  Sikkim: National Highway 10 will remain close on April 18, 19 for repair work

  April 17, 2025 20:23 IST

  The NHIDCL has advised travellers heading to or from Siliguri, Kalimpong, Darjeeling, and Sikkim to plan their trips carefully, as traffic snarls are expected due to these closures.

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  Manipur: Security forces arrest 11 cadres of banned outfits; pistols, hand grenades recovered

  April 16, 2025 11:12 IST

  Manipur security forces arrested 11 militants linked to three banned outfits during recent operations across the volatile districts of Thoubal, Tengnoupal, Imphal East, and Imphal West.

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  Assam mandates Assamese as compulsory official language for all government works

  April 15, 2025 17:09 IST

  This move aims to promote the use of local languages in government offices and enhance administrative efficiency.

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  Former Axis Bank employee among two arrested by CBI in Rs 400 crore DB investment scam in Assam

  April 15, 2025 7:20 IST

  The scam's mastermind, Deepankar Barman, was previously arrested after defrauding over 10,000 people across India of more than Rs 400 crore through a fraudulent investment scheme.

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  BJP gains early ground in Assam Panchayat Polls with unopposed wins in Barak Valley

  April 14, 2025 20:10 IST

  Assam government has declared a public holiday on May 2 and May 7. The official order issued on Friday announces the closure of all government and non-government offices in the state.

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  Anti-Waqf Act protests turn violent in Assam's Silchar, protesters threw stones at police

  April 13, 2025 23:14 IST

  Assam protests: The areas affected by the violence include Chamragudam, Berenga and the old Lakhipur Road areas in Silchar. However, the areas are now clear.

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  Sikkim: 8 arrested for raping 13-year-old girl for months

  April 13, 2025 17:27 IST

  Among the eight accused, four are juveniles. Among the eight accused, four are juveniles. A case was registered under various sections of the BNS and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.