Assam CM welcomes Japan House of Representatives Speaker Nukaga Fukushiro
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma welcomed Japanese Speaker Nukaga Fukushiro and his delegation, marking a significant step in strengthening Assam-Japan ties. The visit aims to encourage Japanese investment in Assam and the Northeast, fostering strategic partnerships through Advantage Assam 2.0. Discussions included establishing a Japanese Language and Testing Centre to enhance employment opportunities for Assam's youth in Japan.
Extortion bid by outlawed Meghalaya group foiled, 2 held
NFR & IIT Guwahati develop anti-moss paint for rail bridges
Poachers killed 2 of 3 jumbos found dead in Manas park
City girl leads waste management movement in Arunachal valley
Elephant tramples 55-yr-old man to death in Golaghat
LADC chairman cries foul over CEM appointment, questions guv
CM reviews NEET preparations, senior IAS, IRS officers to ensure fair process
Tripura man arrested for offensive content
Cachar admin gears up for test with fortified security, coordination
Tripura BJP legislator denies aid to ailing boy, kicks up row
Mizoram Cong: Govt misleading public on broom grass purchase
Cong says Prez rule failed to end conflict in Manipur, seeks polls
Tripura min: Rah-Veer Scheme rewards Good Samaritans for timely accident aid
2-day Kohima film fest wraps up with focus on women journalists
LMC board passes 24.64cr annual civic budget
Nagaland Police inks MoU with SBI to give financial services
Manipur marks 2 years of ethnic violence with shutdown, memorials
Sangma bats for preservation of Indian Knowledge Systems
Asam: BTC chief orders action against Manas National Park elephants killers
Guwahati: Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) Chief Executive Member (CEM) Pramod Boro has issued a strong directive to forest officials to identify and punish those responsible for the killings three elephant in Manas National Park in Assam. Three elephants were found dead by forest guards in the Palengshi Beat of the Panbari Range, near the international [] The post Asam: BTC chief orders action against Manas National Park elephants killers appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam: Questions arise as Vantara team assesses ailing elephant Geeta
Guwahati: A team of veterinarians from Vantara, a private zoo owned by industrialist Mukesh Ambanis youngest son, Anant Ambani, in Jamnagar, Gujarat, has become involved in the case of Geeta, a captive female elephant languishing at Rangagora of Samaguri area in Assams Nagaon district. Geeta has been suffering for approximately two months, initially after being [] The post Assam: Questions arise as Vantara team assesses ailing elephant Geeta appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland police sign MoU with SBI to provide financial package to personnel
Dimapur: The Nagaland police department on Saturday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the State Bank of India for police salary package account (PSPA) and to provide better financial services and welfare to serving police personnel. The MoU was signed by Nagaland DGP Rupin Sharma and general manager, SBI, NW-II Guwahati circle, Dhruba Charan [] The post Nagaland police sign MoU with SBI to provide financial package to personnel appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Elephant killers will be punished, says Assam tribal council chief
Carcasses of three elephants were found near the India-Bhutan border in Manas National Park on May 2
Why kids ask Why and how you should answer
Kids are naturally curious about the world, and one of the main ways they show this curiosity is by asking the question Why? As soon as children start talking, they begin asking this question all the time, which can sometimes overwhelm parents. But this behavior is actually a very important part of their learning process. [] The post Why kids ask Why and how you should answer appeared first on NorthEast Now .
ASTU Result 2025 Released at astu.ac.in Direct Link to Download 6th Semester Result
ASTU Result 2025: Assam Science and Technology University Result 2025 has been released on astu.ac.in. Here is the direct Link to check your B.Sc/B.Tech 6th Semester Results Online.
NEET UG 2025: Admit card details, dress code & prohibited items
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the NEET UG 2025 exam on May 4, from 2 PM to 5 PM, for undergraduate medical aspirants nationwide. Admit cards are now available on the official NTA portal, neet.nta.nic.in. To ensure a smooth and fair exam, the NTA has issued detailed guidelines for exam day, including essential [] The post NEET UG 2025: Admit card details, dress code & prohibited items appeared first on NorthEast Now .
NIRDPR Recruitment 2025 : Apply for Garden Consultant vacancy
Applications are invited for recruitment of various administrative positions or career in NIRDPR in 2025. National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (NIRDPR) is inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to the posts or jobs of Garden Consultant on contract basis in 2025. Name of post : Garden Consultant No. of posts : [] The post NIRDPR Recruitment 2025 : Apply for Garden Consultant vacancy appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Arambai Tengol honours conflict martyrs at Thoubal
Imphal: Hundreds of members of the Arambai Tengol (AT) gathered on Saturday at Thoubal Wangkhem ground in Thoubal district to honours those who lost their lives in the two years of ethnic violence in Manipur. The AT volunteers held a two-minute silence to pay respect to the dead. According to official records, the conflict that [] The post Manipur: Arambai Tengol honours conflict martyrs at Thoubal appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Did Guwahati Get Smarter? Evaluating Smart City Mission After 10 Years
More than nine years ago, on 28 January 2016, Guwahati, with a rank of 17 and a score of 57.66%, made it to the first list of 20 cities in India selected by the Government of India (GOI) to be developed as Smart Cities. On March 31, 2025, when the Smart City Mission ended, what [] The post Did Guwahati Get Smarter? Evaluating Smart City Mission After 10 Years appeared first on NorthEast Now .
MBOSE HSSLC result 2025 to be announced on May 5
The Meghalaya Board of School Education (MBOSE) has announced the date for the MBOSE (Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate) HSSLC Result 2025. The Class 12 (Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate) results for Arts, Science, Commerce, and Vocational streams will be declared on May 5, 2025, during office hours. Students who appeared for the exams can [] The post MBOSE HSSLC result 2025 to be announced on May 5 appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Tripura: Cross-border love story ends in arrests at Bangladesh border
Agartala: A dramatic cross-border love story near the India-Bangladesh border ended in arrests after a young Bangladeshi woman, her Indian husband, and two alleged border touts were caught in North district of Tripura. The story began when 20-year-old Happy Deb from Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, and 26-year-old Krishna Chandra Deb from Baruakandi village, Dharmanagar, Tripura, met on [] The post Tripura: Cross-border love story ends in arrests at Bangladesh border appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur Police nabs car lifter, recovers stolen vehicle
Imphal: Manipur Police arrested a suspected vehicle lifter on Friday and recovered a stolen Maruti Wagon R as part of an ongoing special crackdown against vehicle theft across the state. According to the Morning Police bulletin, the operation took place around noon near Jama Masjid under Lilong Police Station in Thoubal District. The suspect, identified [] The post Manipur Police nabs car lifter, recovers stolen vehicle appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam Panchayat Polls: Repolling in 43 booths following phase 1 irregularities
Guwahati: The Assam State Election Commission on Saturday announced that the commission will conduct repolling in 43 polling stations across five districts of the state. The decision follows complaints of irregularities during the first phase of the Assam Panchayat Elections held on Friday. Officials reported that repolling will occur in 31 booths in Hailakandi, eight [] The post Assam Panchayat Polls: Repolling in 43 booths following phase 1 irregularities appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Meghalaya Jobs : Civil Hospital Nongstoin Recruitment 2025
Applications are invited for recruitment of various managerial positions or jobs in Civil Hospital Nongstoin Meghalaya. Civil Hospital Nongstoin Meghalaya is inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to the posts or jobs of Hospital Quality Manager on Contractual basis under Meghalaya Health System Strengthening Project, Internal Performance Agreement. Civil Hospital Nongstoin is under West [] The post Meghalaya Jobs : Civil Hospital Nongstoin Recruitment 2025 appeared first on NorthEast Now .
CBSE 2025 Updates : How to get answer sheet photocopies?
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced a major change in its post-result process, now allowing students to obtain photocopies of their evaluated answer sheets before applying for verification or re-evaluation. Previously, students first applied for verification of marks, followed by requests for answer sheet photocopies and then re-evaluation. Under the new system, [] The post CBSE 2025 Updates : How to get answer sheet photocopies? appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam Career : ALIMCO Recruitment 2025 [12 vacancies]
Applications are invited for recruitment of 12 vacant positions or career in ALIMCO Assam in 2025. Artificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation of India (ALIMCO) Assam is inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to the posts or career of Technical and Non-Technical Professionals in 2025. Name of posts : No. of posts : Qualification & Experience [] The post Assam Career : ALIMCO Recruitment 2025 [12 vacancies] appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Man held in Assams Dhubri for allegedly supporting Pakistan post-Pahalgam attack
Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday announced that the state police have arrested one more individual from Assams Dhubri district for allegedly defending Pakistan in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack. Dhubri police made the arrest of the individual identified as Amar Ali over an anti-national statement. Following the arrest, Chief [] The post Man held in Assams Dhubri for allegedly supporting Pakistan post-Pahalgam attack appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam Police Constable Result 2025 Out at slprbassam.in, Direct Link to Download Result PDF Here
Assam Police Constable Result 2025: The State Level Police Recruitment Board (Assam Police) has officially released the Assam Police Constable Result 2025. Candidates who appeared for the examination can now view their results online through the official website slprbassam.in.
Assam: Manas Elephant deaths spark poaching fears, Bodoland council condemns loss
Guwahati: Officials at Manas National Park in Assam confirmed on Saturday the discovery of three deceased wild elephants near the India-Bhutan border, raising suspicions of poaching in the Unesco World Heritage Site. Forest guards found the carcasses in the Palengshi Beat area of the Panbari range, located in the western part of the renowned Assams [] The post Assam: Manas Elephant deaths spark poaching fears, Bodoland council condemns loss appeared first on NorthEast Now .
3 Elephants Found Dead in Assam's Manas National Park
Carcasses discovered near India-Bhutan border; poaching suspected, probe underway
NEW DELHI: The BJP on Saturday said the Congress was repeatedly supplying oxygen to Pakistan, and slammed the opposition party for its leader Charanjit Singh Channi's remarks questioning the veracity of Balakot air strikes that followed the 2019 Pulwama terror attack. Inside it is the Congress Working Committee but outside it acts like Pakistan Working Committee, BJP national spokesperson Sambit Patra alleged in a press conference. Patra said it has become a pattern with the Congress that its resolutions and leadership speak in one voice, while its several other leaders speak in another. The Congress Working Committee, the key organisation body of the party, passed a resolution on Friday asking the Centre to act with firmness and clarity to teach Pakistan a lesson for its continued export of terror to India. Patra told reporters that immediately after the CWC passed the resolution Channi held a parallel press conference in which he questioned the genuineness of India's air strike in Balakot after the 2019 Pulwama terror attack and also taunted Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He told reporters, The Congress spares no occasion to supply oxygen to the Pakistani Army and terrorists and to boost their morale. Referring to the Pulwama attack, Channi said 40 Indian soldiers were killed and when elections were held, the government boasted of action. But we have never seen where in Pakistan the strikes were done and where people were killed. If someone threw a bomb in our country, will people not know? They claim to have conducted surgical strikes against Pakistan but nothing had happened. Surgical strikes were not seen anywhere and no one knew about them, the former Punjab chief minister said. 'Time to teach Pakistan a lesson': CWC on Pahalgam terror attack Asked if he had sought proof of those strikes, he said, I have always been demanding that. He, later, backtracked following the BJP's counterattack and said no proof was needed. Patra, however, hit back saying the oxygen supplied to Pakistan cannot be taken back. The BJP leader said opposition leaders such as Akhilesh Yadav and parties like AAP were cited by a Pakistani senator for their questioning of the Modi government's stand, and added that Congress's Rahul Gandhi is now trying to join them in getting praise in the neighbouring country. Patra referred to other controversial comments of several Congress leaders related to the Pahalgam terror attack to slam the party over a gap in its official pronouncements and its members' public comments. He named Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah, Maharashtra MLA Vijay Wadettiwar, Himachal Pradesh minister Inder Singh, and Rahul Gandhi's brother-in-law Robert Vadra for allegedly raising issues on the terror attack, which left at least 26 civilians, mostly tourists dead. Patra alleged that they have questioned the need for war and asked whether terrorists had indeed religiously profiled their victims, and said this raises questions about the sincerity of the Congress' official stand. It is more than a coincidence and is in fact a pattern, he said. The BJP leader asked if a string of such controversial remarks by Congress leaders has not lowered the morale of armed forces and Indians in general. The Congress, he noted, has asked the government to spell out its strategy following the terror attack. Patra said the moment Congress leaders are informed of the government's plans, they will seek to best each other in conveying the message to Pakistan. In this context, he also took up Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's repeated attack on Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi over the latter's alleged visit to Pakistan. Patra noted that Sarma has also said that Gogoi's children are not Indian citizens. Congress issues gag order to leaders, warns action against breaching party line on Pahalgam terror attack
Pahalgam attack: One more person arrested in Assam for defending Pakistan
Guwahati: One more person was arrested from Assams Dhubri district for allegedly defending Pakistan in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said. With this, a total of 37 people have been arrested in similar cases, he said. The person arrested from Dhubri was identified as Amar Ali, he added. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
One more person arrested in Assam for defending Pakistan in wake of Pahalgam attack
GUWAHATI: One more person was arrested from Assams Dhubri district for allegedly defending Pakistan in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said. With this, a total of 37 people have been arrested in similar cases, he said. The person arrested from Dhubri was identified as Amar Ali, he added.
Assam Panchayat Election Phase 1 Sees 70.19% Turnout, Re-poll Announced in 43 Booths
HT Digital GUWAHATI, MAY 3: The first phase of the Assam Panchayat Election 2025 concluded on May 2 with an impressive voter turnout of approximately 70.19%, according to data released by the Assam State Election Commission. Polling took place from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM across 14 districts, including Tinsukia, Dibrugarh, Charaideo, Sivasagar, Majuli, and []
Assam panchayat polls: 70% voter turnout recorded in first phase of polls
Assam panchayat polls see 70.2% voter turnout in first phase, with BJP-led NDA leading uncontested in 325 seats
Manipur police arrest alleged armed smuggler in Imphal West
Imphal: Manipur Police have arrested a 50-year-old man identified as Konsam Romeo Singh, suspected to be an armed smuggler, during an operation in a crowded area of Imphal on Friday. Police made the arrest near the Bazar India Shopping Mall in Chingmeirong, Imphal West district, following intelligence inputs regarding illegal armed activities. According to a [] The post Manipur police arrest alleged armed smuggler in Imphal West appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Meghalaya: Minister Sangma warns of sleeper cells, infiltration along Bangladesh border
Guwahati: Meghalaya Cabinet Minister Rakkam A Sangma on Friday issued a strong warning, urging heightened vigilance against potential sleeper cell activities and illegal infiltration, particularly in areas bordering Bangladesh. The ministers concerns stemmed from perceived vulnerabilities along the states border, prompting calls for increased caution from both civilians and security personnel. Constant vigilance is [] The post Meghalaya: Minister Sangma warns of sleeper cells, infiltration along Bangladesh border appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Meghalaya aims for 2 million tourist arrivals in 2025, says Minister Paul Lyngdoh
Guwahati: Meghalayas Tourism Minister, Paul Lyngdoh, expressed optimism on Friday, projecting a record 2 million tourist arrivals this year, driven by the governments focus on enhancing visitor experiences. The state governments optimism about Meghalaya attracting 2 million tourists this year stems from infrastructure upgrades and the implementation of new initiatives to enhance both urban management [] The post Meghalaya aims for 2 million tourist arrivals in 2025, says Minister Paul Lyngdoh appeared first on NorthEast Now .
1 More Arrested In Assam For 'Pro-Pakistan' Remarks
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has said that the state police have arrested another individual over alleged charges of supporting Pakistan.
Horoscope today, May 3, 2025: Check your astrological predictions here
Horoscope Today | May 3: Each zodiac sign carries unique characteristics that shape who we are. Imagine starting your day with a glimpse into what lies ahead! Curious if luck will be on your side today? Keep reading. Aries (Mar 21 Apr 20): Innovative art forms might seem especially appealing today, Aries. Stay out [] The post Horoscope today, May 3, 2025: Check your astrological predictions here appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Stray incidents mark 1stphase of Panchayat polls
GUWAHATI, May 2: An estimated 56.41 per cent of the 89.59 lakh electorate exercised their franchise till 3.30 pm in the first phase of the Assam panchayat polls on Friday, amidst reports of sporadic incidents of violence in some places, officials said. Voting began at 7.30 am and concluded at 4.30 pm in 14 districts []
Specialised pet care hospitals to come up in Assam: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
GUWAHATI, May 2: The Assam government will set up three specialised pet care hospitals and five veterinary medical facilities across the state to support the treatment of animals, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Friday. Specialised care for our furry friends. Govt of Assam has taken up a comprehensive plan to develop 3 pet []
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma slams Pakistan over Balochistan extrajudicial killings
GUWAHATI, May 2: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday alleged that the systematic extrajudicial killings in Balochistan remain one of the darkest chapters in Pakistans human rights record. Organisations such as the Voice for Baloch Missing Persons (VBMP) estimate that over 20,000 people have disappeared in the Pakistan province, with hundreds of bodies recovered []
Pakistan continuing its campaign of state sponsored terror in Balochistan: Assam CM
Systematic extrajudicial killings in Balochistan commonly known as kill and dump remain one of the darkest chapters in Pakistans human rights record
Naga council urges Manipur Governor to reinstate FMR, halt border fencing with Myanmar
Imphal: The United Naga Council (UNC), the apex Naga body in the region, has urged Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla to reinstate the Free Movement Regime (FMR) along the Indo-Myanmar border and halt the construction of border fencing and walls. A UNC delegation, led by President NG Lorho and General Secretary Vareiyo Shatsang, met the [] The post Naga council urges Manipur Governor to reinstate FMR, halt border fencing with Myanmar appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Tripura CM reiterates to make the state an education hub
Tripura govt to expand social security benefits to 5458 more beneficiaries next month
Break legs of Pak supporters: Himanta to cops
Water pipeline bursts in Chandmari, footpath damaged
Pre-monsoon rain lashes Meghalaya, Conrad chairs meeting to review preparedness
Elephant trapped in Arunachal pit rescued
Top cop: Lottery schemes thrive in Nagaland dists
Overcharging by bike-taxi drivers hassle commuters
Massive gas leak at OIL well in Dibrugarh raises safety concerns
Major drug bust at Assam-Nagaland border, heroin worth Rs 4cr seized
Mizoram guv appoints BJP leader as LADC chief amid political turmoil
Library thrives, surroundings languish in neglect
Pak may go for pre-emptive strikes against India in face of imminent war: US intel forecast
COCOMI to observe 2nd anniv of Manipur violence today
Min pledges to empower youth through sports & labour devpt
Mizoram former RS member Tlau laid to rest
Ailing Kaziranga jumbo under care of vets
Violence mars first phase of panchayat polls in Barak Valley
Assam panchayat polls phase-1 records 56.41% voter turnout amid sporadic violence
Fake doctor arrested in Dimapur after years of fraudulent practice
Arunachal guv stresses border fencing & ILP to strengthen security
Manipur: Kuki-Zo outfits to observe 2nd anniversary of ethnic violence
Imphal: The Kuki-Zo outfits have announced plans to observe the second anniversary of the ethnic strife that began in Manipur on May 3, 2023. They will mark the day in various forms and styles to press their demands and honor those who lost their lives. The Zomi Students Federation (ZSF) and Kuki Students Organisation (KSO) [] The post Manipur: Kuki-Zo outfits to observe 2nd anniversary of ethnic violence appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma alleged that Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi's children are not Indian citizens. Sarma questioned their religion and his wife's salary from Pakistan.
Assam Rifles rescue abducted man within three days in Manipur
Assam Rifles successfully rescued a 27-year-old man from Jharkhand within three days of his abduction by armed cadres in Manipur's Noney district. Following the abduction on April 30, security forces swiftly engaged with community leaders and CSOs to secure his release.
Assam: Naga army camp attack threatens Indo-Naga peace process
Guwahati: The Government of the Peoples Republic of Nagalim (GPRN) said that the recent premeditated attack on a Naga Army camp in Assam has once again pushed the fragile Indo-Naga peace process dangerously close to collapse. According to a press release issued by the GPRN, the incident took place in the forested area between New [] The post Assam: Naga army camp attack threatens Indo-Naga peace process appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam: SLHEP dam turbine part transported after 14 years
North Lakhimpur: A part of a giant turbine intended for the 2,000 MW Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Power (SLHEP) dam at Gerukamukh in Assam was finally transported to its destination after remaining stranded for fourteen years. The turbine component, mounted on a massive carrier, was initially halted by anti-dam protesters at Dhalpur in Assams Lakhimpur district [] The post Assam: SLHEP dam turbine part transported after 14 years appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur Governor reviews Indo-Myanmar border fencing progress
Imphal: Governor of Manipur, Ajay Kumar Bhalla, on Friday, reviewed the progress of the ongoing Indo-Myanmar border fencing in Manipur, including issues on the execution of the fencing work along the Indo-Myanmar border. During the meeting, held at Raj Bhavan, Imphal, officials of Border Roads Task Force (BRTF), a unit of the Border Roads Organisation [] The post Manipur Governor reviews Indo-Myanmar border fencing progress appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam Rifles rescue abducted Jharkhand man in Manipur The News Mill
Assam Rifles rescue abducted Jharkhand man in ManipurThe News Mill
NEW DELHI : A former Bangladesh army officer and close associate of Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has suggested that Dhaka should consider aligning with China to take control of Indias northeastern states if India launches a retaliatory strike against Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack. Yunus' interim government on Friday distanced itself from the remarks made by Major General (Retd.) A.L.M. Fazlur Rahman, who posted his comments on social media. In a Facebook post on Tuesday, Rahman wrote in Bengali, If India attacks Pakistan, Bangladesh should occupy the seven states of Northeastern India. I think it is necessary to start discussions with China on a joint military arrangement in this regard. Rahman was appointed chairman of the National Independent Commission by the Yunus-led interim government in December 2024. The commission was tasked with investigating the 2009 Bangladesh Rifles revolt and the resulting killings. In response, Bangladesh's Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a media release on Friday stating, The comments do not reflect the position or policies of the government of Bangladesh, and as such, the government neither endorses nor supports such rhetoric in any form or manner. The government urged all parties to refrain from associating the state with the personal views expressed by Rahman, the Dhaka Tribune reported. The ministry further emphasized that Bangladesh remains firmly committed to the principles of sovereignty, territorial integrity, mutual respect, and the peaceful coexistence of all nations. Earlier in March, Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus sparked controversy during an official visit to China with remarks concerning Indias northeastern region. Speaking at a business event, Yunus noted that Indias seven northeastern statesbordering Bangladesh over a stretch of nearly 1,600 kilometersare landlocked and lack direct access to the ocean except through Bangladeshi territory. He described Dhaka as the only guardian of the Indian Ocean in the region and invited China to use Bangladesh as a trade corridor to send goods across the globe. Yunus comments drew strong disapproval from New Delhi and were widely condemned by Indian political leaders across party lines. The remarks were seen as provocative, particularly in the context of regional security and trade dynamics. 'Offensive and strongly condemnable': Assam CM on Yunus calling Bangladesh 'guardian of the ocean' In a significant diplomatic response, India in April revoked the transshipment facility it had previously granted to Bangladesh for exporting goods to the Middle East, Europe, and other global marketsexcept for Nepal and Bhutan. The move was widely interpreted as a signal of New Delhis displeasure with Dhakas recent posture and rhetoric. Bangladesh has long relied on access to several Indian ports and airports to facilitate its exports to West Asia, Europe, and other international markets. However, following recent diplomatic tensions, India has restricted this facilityexcept for exports destined for Nepal and Bhutan. These exemptions remain in place due to international obligations under World Trade Organization (WTO) provisions mandating trade access for landlocked countries. Bilateral relations between India and Bangladesh have sharply deteriorated in recent months. Tensions have escalated significantly since Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus assumed power, particularly due to his failure to curb rising attacks on minority communitiesespecially Hindusfollowing the ouster of Sheikh Hasinas Awami League government in August last year.
Stray incidents of violence disrupt Assam panchayat polls
GUWAHATI: The first of the two-phase Assam panchayat elections held on Friday were marred by sporadic incidents of violence. The polls were held in 14 districts covering 216 zilla parishads, 94 anchalik panchayats and 1,139 gaon panchayats. A voter turnout of over 56 per cent was recorded till 3:30 pm. Violence broke out at a polling centre at Katigorah in Assams Cachar district, prompting authorities to stop polling for an hour. The supporters of two rival parties had picked up an altercation, which was followed by a clash in which two people were injured. Security personnel brought the situation under control. An attempt to cast proxy votes is said to have triggered the violence. In another incident in the district, a Congress candidate was injured in an attack by a supporter of a rival party. He was taken to a health centre for treatment, reports said. The second phase polls will be held on May 7. The votes of both phases will be counted on May 11. NDA candidates have already bagged 37 zila parishad and 288 anchalik panchayat seats uncontested. Independents won 15 anchalik parishad seats, Congress nine and All India United Democratic Front one. Earlier in the day, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma urged people to exercise their franchise, stating that their votes would go a long way in strengthening democracy at the grassroots. Similarly, state Congress president Bhupen Kumar Borah had called upon people to come out of their homes and cast their votes. Just as we are free to demand our democratic rights, we should also be ready to do our democratic duties. Voting without fear or favour is one of them, he stated.
Manipur: Protesters storm police station over arrests of firewood collectors
Imphal: A huge number of protesters, mostly women, attempted to storm a police station in Manipurs Imphal East district adjoining Kangpokpi, demanding to release of four arrested firewood collectors and to hand of an impounded tractor and its trailer. The incident occurred at the Yaingangpokpi police station under the Lamlai assembly constituency in Imphal East [] The post Manipur: Protesters storm police station over arrests of firewood collectors appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Biker from Assam injured in mishap at Umkaliar in Ri Bhoi district of Meghalaya
Nongpoh, May 2: A bike rider was injured during a mishap that took place along the National Highway 3 near Umkaliar under Ri Bhoi District at around 3 pm on Friday. The mishap involved a Yamaha FZ motorcycle bearing registration number AS-21M-8348, riden by one Dambeswar Das, 24, son of Dhoniram Das, a resident of [] The post Biker from Assam injured in mishap at Umkaliar in Ri Bhoi district of Meghalaya appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Assam Rifles rescues abducted Jharkhand man in Manipur India Today
Assam Rifles rescues abducted Jharkhand man in ManipurIndia Today
Assam: Voters boycott panchayat polls over delimitation in Doomdoma
Digboi: The electorates hailing from Betoni Village under Doomdoma assembly constituency in Tinsukia district of Upper Assam reportedly did not turn out to exercise their right to franchise in the ongoing panchayat polls here on Friday. According to the aggrieved villagers, the voters have unanimously decided to boycott the poll allegedly due to forceful delimitation [] The post Assam: Voters boycott panchayat polls over delimitation in Doomdoma appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland CM Neiphiu Rio highlights Naga customs at Moatsu Festival
Dimapur: Nagaland chief minister Neiphiu Rio on Friday exhorted the Nagas to reflect on the richness of Naga customs during festivals. Addressing the second day of the Moatsu Festival of the Ao Naga tribe at Imkongmeren sports complex in Mokokchung, Rio asserted that disputes concerning the Naga customary laws and procedures have been settled accessibly [] The post Nagaland CM Neiphiu Rio highlights Naga customs at Moatsu Festival appeared first on NorthEast Now .
