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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.

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  Assam Rifles hosts symposium on Northeast India's future in Agartala

  April 12, 2025 11:36 IST

  Assam Rifles, in collaboration with Asian Confluence and CENJOWS, organised a high-level symposium in Agartala titled "Northeast India: 2030 & Beyond" to discuss development, connectivity, and security in the region.

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  Centre sends record 16 IPS officers to Manipur in major step towards stability

  April 12, 2025 9:28 IST

  In a major step to restore peace in violence-hit Manipur, the Centre has deployed a record 16 IPS officers from the 2024 batch—its highest ever in one year.

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  Assam stays peaceful amid isolated protests against Waqf Amendment Act: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

  April 12, 2025 6:45 IST

  Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma praised Assam Police as the state remained calm amid limited protests against the Waqf Amendment Act 2025. With Bohag Bihu celebrations underway, Sarma highlighted unity across communities and effective law enforcement.

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  Assam government declares holiday on May 2, May 7 due to Panchayat elections; know what is closed

  April 11, 2025 21:51 IST

  Assam Panchayat elections will be held in two phases on May 2 and May 7. Know what institutions are closed on the days.

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  Earthquake of magnitude 4.0 hits Tripura’s Agartala, tremors felt across state

  April 11, 2025 18:00 IST

  According to updates from the National Centre for Seismology, the epicentre of the quake with a magnitude of 4.0 on the Richter scale was at 24.05 latitude and 91.37 longitude in neighbouring Bangladesh. The quake struck around 4.23 pm.

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  Manipur Police recover weapons and arrest militant in ongoing crackdown on armed groups

  April 10, 2025 13:49 IST

  Manipur police recover large cache of arms, arrest militant, as the state continues efforts to curb illegal weapons and address ongoing ethnic violence.

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  Meghalaya govt to provide free electricity, mobile recharge, petrol for retired HC judges

  April 09, 2025 16:20 IST

  The Meghalaya Cabinet has approved enhanced post-retirement benefits for retired judges, along with key amendments to promote linguistic inclusivity and witness protection.

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  How Assam became India's 3rd fastest-growing state with 7.94% GDP growth: CM Sarma reveals

  April 08, 2025 16:43 IST

  Assam has become India's third fastest-growing state with a 7.94% GDP growth rate, driven by pro-investor policies and significant investments in infrastructure, institutions, and individuals, according to Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

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  Manipur: BJP Minority Morcha president's house set on fire over support for Waqf Amendment Act

  April 07, 2025 9:09 IST

  A mob set fire to the house of Asker Ali, president of the BJP Minority Morcha in Manipur, on Sunday night in Lilong, Thoubal district, allegedly over his support for the Waqf Amendment Act. Ali had posted in favour of the Act on social media, but later retracted his statement and issued an apology.

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  Security forces arrest several terrorists and seize firearms in ongoing operations in Manipur

  April 06, 2025 16:41 IST

  Security forces in Manipur arrested several militants from banned insurgent groups and seized a large cache of weapons and ammunition during a series of operations.

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  Manipur: Police arrest four militants, huge cache of arms recovered

  April 05, 2025 12:54 IST

  The police said a search operation was launched by them when they received information about the abduction of a person named Laitonjam Dilip Singh a resident of Patsoi Part-4 in Imphal West district from his residence by some unknown persons.

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  Ahead of Assam panchayat elections, AAP's state unit chief Manoj Dhanowar quit

  April 04, 2025 19:55 IST

  Assam Panchayat Elections in 27 districts of the state will be conducted in two phases on May 2 and May 7, State Election Commissioner Alok Kumar announced on April 2.

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  Assam govt lifts pending cases against Koch Rajbongshi community in Foreigners' Tribunals

  April 04, 2025 15:50 IST

  The Assam Cabinet has lifted all pending cases against the Koch Rajbongshi community in Foreigners' Tribunals and announced bilingual government communication, sparking both relief and opposition.

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  Manipur: Lok Sabha passes Statutory Resolution confirming imposition of President's Rule in state

  April 03, 2025 7:10 IST

  Union Home Minister Amit Shah, responding to a debate, said that the Centre has taken every possible measure to bring back normalcy in the restive Northeastern state.

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  Manipur: Kuki groups set up three pre-conditions ahead of April 5 talks with Home Ministry in Delhi

  April 02, 2025 15:17 IST

  These conditions were set up during a consultation meet organised at Kangpokpi by the Committee on Tribal Unity (COTU) on Tuesday.

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  This isn't an April Fool prank: Assam slashes power tariffs, bills to actually go down

  April 01, 2025 18:02 IST

  The Assam Power Distribution Company Limited (APDCL), regulated by the Assam Electricity Regulatory Commission (AERC), oversees the power distribution and tariff implementation.