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Assam: Another infant dies of swine flu in Barak Valley

Arman Hussain Laskar died at SMCH from swine flu after pneumonia diagnosis. Dr Asutosh Barman confirmed. Two children from Uttar Krishnapur, Dudhpatil are treated. Hailakandi district girl also succumbed. Health dept issued high alert, started inquiry.

9 May 2024 10:08 am
Over 15,000 houses, several vehicles damaged in storm in Manipur: N Biren

Manipur CM N Biren Singh announced over 15,000 houses damaged by hailstorm, resulting in one death. Relief efforts in place with financial aid allocated to affected districts, ensuring fair prices for roofing materials.

7 May 2024 10:05 am
Lok Sabha elections: Polling begins on brisk note in Assam

81 lakh voters in Assam for Lok Sabha polls. Bijuli Kalita Medhi, Mira Borthakur Goswami contest in Guwahati. ASDMA, BSF assist in riverine areas. Sarma to vote. 47 candidates in the contest.

7 May 2024 7:10 am
With 230 voters, Ranibari seeks permanent solution

Ranibari villagers, led by Rangsha, seek clarity on dual voting amid involvement from Assam and Meghalaya. NPP and Congress campaign in Shillong LS seat. Villagers prepare to vote in Muduki and Bagan. Efforts for Aadhaar-voter ID linkage continue.

6 May 2024 8:29 am
Still oppose CAA, will continue to pursue case in Supreme Court: Asom Gana Parishad

AGP, in NDA, opposes CAA, fighting in Supreme Court since Dec'19. Phani Bhusan Choudhury asserts opposition, distinguishing party from BJP. AGP faces criticism from Congress, CPM candidates over CAA stance during Barpeta LS seat campaigning.

6 May 2024 8:24 am
Floods & child marriage issues in Dhubri where Ajmal seeks 4th term

Dhubri Lok Sabha sees AIUDF's Badruddin Ajmal amidst floods, erosion, poverty, child marriage issues. Tough competition with Congress and NDA nominees. High illiteracy, maternal mortality, and Muslim-majority constituents shape the poll narrative.

6 May 2024 8:15 am
47 Myanmar refugees enter Mizoram amid forced conscription bid: Intelligence

47 refugees, including women, fled Paletwa to Mizoram due to AA recruitment. 47 refugees arrived in Hruitezawl village in Lawngtlai district on April 30 and May 1. Lawngtlai administration is yet to confirm their entry.

6 May 2024 8:08 am
Nagaland deputy CM condemns attempt to burn down church

Y Patton condemned church burning in Kinunger, Mokokchung, against Christian beliefs. Vowed punishment for disruptors, ordered probe into fire incidents. Incident aims to disturb peace, truth to be uncovered.

6 May 2024 8:05 am
A village on Assam, Meghalaya border votes in both states

In Ranibari village, dual voters face election challenges, openly voting in both states. Pranab Rangsha, the headman, highlights the government benefits and local facilities available to the residents.

6 May 2024 7:51 am