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The Central government informed the Lok Sabha that it does not maintain centralized data on hate speech, racial slurs, harassment, and discrimination against individuals from the Northeast. In response to Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi, Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai stated that matters of "police" and "public order" are under the jurisdiction of state governments, which are tasked with the prevention, detection, registration, investigation of crimes, and prosecution of offenders. While the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) compiles crime statistics from states and Union Territories in its annual reports, it does not track incidents of discrimination against Northeastern individuals…

In a significant move against financial fraud, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has provisionally attached assets totaling ₹13.41 crore linked to a money laundering investigation involving DB Stock Consultancy and its owner, Deepankar Barman. This action is part of a case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, which has unveiled a large-scale alleged Ponzi scheme that defrauded thousands of investors nationwide. The inquiry originated from an FIR filed at Paltan Bazar Police Station in August 2024 and was subsequently taken over by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), indicating the case's severity. The ED’s investigation revealed that DB…

In the lead-up to the Assam Assembly elections, the Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) programme has launched various initiatives aimed at increasing voter awareness and turnout. These initiatives include a diverse range of activities such as street plays, drawing and rangoli competitions, slogan writing, digital poster making, wall writing, news presentations, and workshops. The Chief Electoral Officer of Assam stated that these activities are organized systematically across all districts to enhance awareness of citizens' democratic rights and responsibilities. To engage voters, districts have introduced various mascots, such as ‘Bakhar’ in Lakhimpur and ‘Ganabandhu’ in Sonitpur, while notable figures,…

An alleged suicide bid by a policeman at Assam's Baksa district jail where five accused in the Zubeen Garg death case are lodged has triggered security scare at the high-security prison on Tuesday. The police constable, identified as Gunajit Baishya of the 24th India Reserve (IR) Battalion, shot himself with his service rifle. He has received bullet wound on his chest and has been admitted to a hospital in Guwahati. The incident triggered alarm inside the jail where five Zubeen case accused, including Shyamkanu Mahanta and Siddhartha Sharma, are currently lodged in judicial custody and they are perceived to be…

The Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) announced its first list of 21 candidates for the Assam Assembly Elections 2026 on March 23, marking a strategic move to extend its influence beyond its Jharkhand stronghold. The list, signed by General Secretary Vinod Kumar Pandey, includes candidates from key constituencies across Upper Assam and reflects the party's ambition to be a significant player in Assam's multifaceted electoral arena. Among the prominent nominees are Priti Rekha Barla from Mazbat, Teharu Gour from Biswanath, Amit Nag from Khumtai, and Bhubem Murari from Chabua, with additional candidates such as Phedicrson Hasda (Gossaigaon), Baldev Teli (Sonari), and…

In a major counter-espionage breakthrough, the Rajasthan Police has arrested a civilian employee posted at the Chabua Air Force Station in Assam for allegedly spying for Pakistan and leaking sensitive defence information. The accused, identified as Sumit Kumar (36), was working as a Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) at the strategically important air base in Dibrugarh district. Officials said he is suspected of sharing classified Indian Air Force information with Pakistani handlers through social media in exchange for money. The investigation began in January this year when Rajasthan Intelligence arrested Jhabararam in Jaisalmer. His interrogation led authorities to uncover a wider espionage…

To celebrate the centenary year of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), a ‘Yuva Sammelan’ was held at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati, attracting participation from hundreds of students across prestigious institutions such as AIIMS Guwahati, National Law University (NLU), and Gauhati University. RSS General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale delivered a keynote address, referring to the conclave as a “mini Bharat,” representing the country’s diversity and unity through youth from various backgrounds. Hosabale remarked that every Indian language is a national language and emphasized that Sanskrit is the cultural bedrock of Bharatiya languages. He reiterated the civilisational ethos of Sangh…

The Assam BJP has appointed senior leader and sitting MLA Amiya Kumar Bhuyan from Bihpuria constituency as the vice president of its Assam unit. This decision is notable given the internal tensions regarding candidate selection for the upcoming state Assembly elections. BJP president Dilip Saikia expressed good wishes for Bhuyan's political future in the announcement. The party has chosen former Congress president Bhupen Kumar Borah, a recent defector to the BJP, as the candidate for Bihpuria, indicating a strategic adjustment aimed at enhancing electoral prospects. This appointment has caused dissent in the party, leading Bhuyan to resign in response to…

On 22 March 2026, ULFA(I) instigated a standoff attack near an Assam Police Commando camp in Jagun, Tinsukia district, Assam, around 0200 hours, which resulted in unexploded ordnance, including RPG and UBGL rounds. This posed significant dangers to the local community. In response, Red Shield Sappers and the Assam Rifles dispatched a Bomb Disposal team to the scene, establishing a secure perimeter and enforcing rigorous safety protocols. The unexploded devices were neutralized safely away from residential areas, averting any potential hazards to lives and property. The operation exemplified professionalism and strict adherence to procedures. The collaborated efforts effectively safeguarded the…