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  Assam govt launches poverty alleviation scheme, expands benefits to 37.2 lakh beneficiaries

  September 19, 2024 17:48 IST

  This new phase increases the number of recipients by over 12.5 lakh compared to the 24.6 lakh recipients of Orunodoi 2.0, making it the largest state-run Direct Bank Transfer (DBT) initiative in Assam's history.

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  Manipur violence: Suspected militants launch fresh attack in Jiribam district

  September 18, 2024 9:46 IST

  Manipur violence: In the last few couple of days, villagers have seen multiple drones flying above Mongbung Meitei village, a police officer said, quoting villagers.

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  Manipur gets 16 new Kendriya Police Kalyan Bhandars, why is it big relief for common people?

  September 16, 2024 23:22 IST

  16 new Kendriya Police Kalyan Bhandars are divided equally for both regions - Vally and hill areas. While the valley districts of Manipur is inhabited by the majority Meiteis, the hill areas are inhabited by the tribal Kuki community.

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  Assam: CM Himanta directs probe into search of female student's inner garments during ADRE exam

  September 16, 2024 18:35 IST

  The Assam Direct Recruitment Examination to fill up vacant Group III posts was held on Sunday, amid tight security and suspension of internet services for three and a half hours across the state. During the exam, a female candidate's inner garment was searched by a lady constable.

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  Himanta Biswa Sarma appeals to ULFA-I chief: Avoid actions that harm Assam's youth

  September 14, 2024 19:53 IST

  Sarma condemned the recent bomb planting incidents at multiple locations, including Guwahati, attributed to ULFA-I, which occurred on August 15 and called on the group's leader, Paresh Baruah, to reconsider their approach.

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  Assam: Two die, over 20 policemen injured during eviction drive clashes in Sonapur area

  September 13, 2024 8:17 IST

  Assam news: The two deceased were identified as Juwahid Ali and Haider Ali- both were declared dead at Sonapur District Hospital after suffering injuries that were allegedly caused by a police shooting.

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  Himanta slams Rahul over his 'quota remark', says 'It reflects long-standing views of Gandhi family'

  September 11, 2024 16:30 IST

  Top Bharatiya Janata Party leaders, including Home Minister Amit Shah, criticised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. In a strong-worded note on X, Shah said as long as the BJP is there, neither can anyone abolish reservations nor can anyone mess with the nation's security.

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  Internet suspended in Manipur for five days amid student protests

  September 10, 2024 17:08 IST

  Manipur's Home Department has suspended internet services across the state for five days due to escalating student protests. The shutdown is intended to prevent the spread of misinformation that could exacerbate the situation.

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  Manipur unrest: Curfew imposed in 3 districts amid student protests over drone and missile attacks

  September 10, 2024 13:04 IST

  Manipur violence: More than 200 people have been killed and thousands rendered homeless in ethnic violence between Imphal Valley-based Meiteis and adjoining hills-based Kuki-Zo groups since May last year.

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  IIT Guwahati student found dead in hostel room, 4th incident of the year, probe underway

  September 10, 2024 6:44 IST

  The deceased was a native of Uttar Pradesh. His body was found in his room in the Brahmaputra Hostel. The police have launched an investigation into the incident.

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  Manipur violence: All schools in northeastern state to remain closed on September 9 and 10

  September 09, 2024 7:44 IST

  More than 200 people have been killed and thousands rendered homeless in ethnic violence between Imphal Valley-based Meiteis and adjoining hills-based Kuki-Zo groups since May last year.

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  Manipur: Anti-drone system deployed in northeastern state after attacks on civilians | VIDEO

  September 08, 2024 8:31 IST

  Manipur drone attacks: Multiple drones were sighted at Narainsena and Nambol Kamong in the Bishnupur district and Pukhao, Dolaithabi and Shantipur in Imphal East district creating panic among residents.

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  New applicants for Aadhaar in Assam need to submit NRC application receipt number: Himanta

  September 07, 2024 18:23 IST

  Submission of the NRC application receipt number will not be applicable for the 9.55 lakh people whose biometrics were locked during the National Register of Citizens (NRC) process, and they will get their cards.

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  Assam: Two absconding accused in Dhing gang rape case apprehended

  September 07, 2024 16:27 IST

  The police launched a massive search operation to apprehend the suspects, but their families informed authorities of their intention to surrender. "

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  Manipur: Man shot dead in sleep, four others killed in fresh violence in Jiribam

  September 07, 2024 12:44 IST

  One person was shot dead in his sleep while four others were killed in subsequent exchange of fire, the police said on Saturday.

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  Manipur: Schools to remain closed after rocket attacks, govt asks forces to intensify operations

  September 07, 2024 8:56 IST

  Manipur bomb attacks: Following the two attacks within a gap of around 10 hours, all markets and business establishments were shut down in Moirang town and the rest of Bishnupur district and border areas of nearby districts of the state.

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  Manipur: One dead, five injured in rocket attacks, security forces on alert

  September 06, 2024 23:23 IST

  Given the rise in attacks, the state government has announced the closure of all schools on September 7. In protest of rising attacks, thousands of people formed human chains in multiple cities.

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  'Mother, forgive me... I am leaving you today': Medical student found hanging in his room

  September 05, 2024 8:03 IST

  The final-year student was found hanging in his room on Tuesday night. The police have also recovered a suicide note which was addressed to his mother.

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  Online trade scams: CM Himanta urges all to stay alert after 38 arrested in Assam

  September 04, 2024 19:09 IST

  Many people of Assam have fallen prey to scammers who have duped them of crores of rupees over several months in the name of online illegal trading scams.

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  Retired police officer house torched in fresh unrest in Manipur

  September 04, 2024 16:57 IST

  This incident took place despite an agreement between representatives of Meitei and Hmar communities to restore normalcy and prevent further arson during a meeting held on August 1 at a CRPF facility in Assam’s Cachar district.

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  Centre signs peace pact with 2 insurgent groups of Tripura in Delhi

  September 04, 2024 16:51 IST

  The memorandum signifies the central and state government's commitment to establishing lasting peace in Tripura. It is part of a broader strategy to address insurgency and promote development in the Northeastern region of India.

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  Tripura floods: CM Manik Saha announces additional Rs 10 crore for affected people

  September 04, 2024 7:57 IST

  Tripura floods: PM Modi has also sanctioned an ex gratia of Rs 2 lakh for the next of kin of each of those who lost their lives in the recent flood in the northeastern state. The PM also approved Rs 50,000 each for those who were injured in the flood that wreaked havoc in Tripura.

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  Manipur: Suspected militants burn five abandoned houses in Koutruk village after drone bombing

  September 02, 2024 12:15 IST

  Following a deadly attack by suspected militants in Manipur's Koutruk village that left two dead and nine injured, five abandoned houses were also burned in region.

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  Manipur: Woman killed, 8-year-old daughter injured in firing by suspected militants

  September 01, 2024 20:05 IST

  Manipur news: The body of the deceased woman, identified as 31-year-old Ngangbam Surbala Devi, has been taken to the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) for post-mortem examination.

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  Ripun Bora, Assam TMC chief, quits party, says 'gave many suggestions to Mamata Banerjee, but...'

  September 01, 2024 15:48 IST

  He said that he has served as the state president of Assam TMC for over two years and during this period, he interacted extensively with people across the state.

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  Former Arunachal Pradesh Minister Medi Ram Dodum passes away, CM Pema Khandu condoles death

  September 01, 2024 13:26 IST

  The Congress leader was known for his contribution in the horticulture and fisheries sectors during his tenure as a minister.

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  Jumma break in Assam Assembly abolished with consensus of Hindu-Muslim MLAs: Himanta Biswa Sarma

  August 31, 2024 14:29 IST

  The Assam Assembly on Friday (August 30, 2024) abolished a British-era rule that enabled Muslim members to take a two-hour break to offer namaz on Fridays.

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  PM Modi announces Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia for Tripura flood victims, CM Manik Saha expresses gratitude

  August 31, 2024 9:16 IST

  Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for announcing ex-gratia relief from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the victims of recent floods in the state.