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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.

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  Assam Assembly ends two-hour of Jumma break, running since 1937, tweets Himanta Biswa Sarma

  August 30, 2024 15:06 IST

  Assam Assembly has eliminated the two-hour Jumma break, a remnant of colonial-era practices, in favor of enhanced productivity. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma commends the decision as a historic step toward modernization.

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  Understanding the Manipur Crisis: Through lenses of CM N Biren Singh

  August 30, 2024 11:54 IST

  In an interview, Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh addresses the ethnic conflict between Kuki-Zomi and Meitei communities. He also emphasises the government's efforts to restore peace in the state in next six months.

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  'Why should I resign, have I stolen anything': CM Biren Singh on Manipur violence

  August 30, 2024 12:06 IST

  Emphasising that dialogue is the only way, not violence, Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh said he is confident of peace and reconciliation in six months.

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  Assam Assembly passes bill to abolish Muslim marriages, divorce act

  August 29, 2024 14:55 IST

  The bill was passed amid chaos in the Assam Assembly on Thursday. Sarma stated that the Cabinet has taken a significant step to ensure justice for the daughters and sisters of Assam by adding additional safeguards against child marriage.

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  Mizoram rains: Landslide causes collapse of newly constructed Kawnpui Railway Station | VIDEO

  August 29, 2024 13:27 IST

  Heavy rains in Mizoram triggered a landslide, causing the partial collapse of the newly constructed Kawnpui Railway Station. Fortunately, no casualties were reported. The state has been experiencing severe weather since August 20, leading to landslides across several districts.

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  Meghalaya: Bangladesh Awami League leader, on the run since Sheikh Hasina's fall, found dead

  August 29, 2024 8:21 IST

  Several Bangladesh Awami League leaders have been on the run since the ouster of the Sheikh Hasina government on August 5. Bangladesh police registered several serious cases against Awami leaders, prompting them to flee the country.

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  9.35 lakh people to get Aadhaar cards in Assam: Himanta Biswa Sarma

  August 28, 2024 12:54 IST

  In Assam, lakhs of people face challenges in obtaining Aadhar Cards due to the NRC. UIDAI blocked the issuance of Aadhaar cards between February 2019 and August 2019 during the NRC process.

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  Three Army personnel die, several others injured after vehicle falls into gorge in Arunachal

  August 28, 2024 10:56 IST

  A convoy, transporting army personnel, was heading to Basar in the Leparada district when a truck skidded off the road and fell into a gorge causing 3 fatalities and injuries to several others.