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02 Feb

Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia Named New Chief of Eastern Air Command

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Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia has taken over as the Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Eastern Air Command (EAC) of the Indian Air Force (IAF). An alumnus of the National Defense Academy, he was commissioned into the Fighter stream of the IAF on June 11, 1988, and is highly skilled, being qualified on all variants of MiG-21, MiG-23, MiG-27, Jaguar, and Su-30 MKI aircraft. Over his distinguished career spanning more than 30 years, he has accumulated over 3200 hours of accident-free flying and has held various significant Command and Staff appointments. He has commanded a MiG-27 Squadron, led the Tactics…

31 Jan

Report Alleges Targeted Violence Against Hindu Minorities in Bangladesh

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The Rights & Risks Analysis Group (RRAG) has alleged a series of targeted attacks on Hindu minorities in Bangladesh, including arson and killings, in a report released on Friday. According to RRAG, at least 16 Hindu homes were set on fire between December 1, 2025, and January 31, 2026, with seven incidents reported in the past week alone. The reported cases occurred in Mirsarai and Raozan (Chittagong region), Pirojpur, and Sylhet. The organisation listed several affected individuals from these areas whose homes were allegedly destroyed in the fires. RRAG Director Suhas Chakma claimed that attackers deliberately set fire to homes,…

31 Jan

Bangladesh Rights Groups Flag Intimidation of Buddhist Candidates Ahead of Elections

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The Rights and Risks Analysis Group (RRAG) has called for intervention from international election observers, including those from the European Union, Commonwealth, and Japan, regarding alleged threats to indigenous Buddhist parliamentary candidates during the 13th Parliamentary elections in Bangladesh. The candidates, Mr. Pahel Chakma from Rangamati and Mr. Dharma Jyoti Chakma from Khagrachari, reportedly received death threats from the armed group Parbatto Chattagram Jana Samhati Samiti (PCJSS), led by Mr. Jyotirindra Bodhipriyo Larma (Santu Larma), who also chairs the Chittagong Hill Tracts Regional Council. RRAG reported that approximately 75-armed PCJSS members have been deployed by the Bangladesh Army in Khagrachari…

31 Jan

Head-on Collision on NH in Sribhumi Leaves Several Critically Injured, Fatalities Feared

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A major road accident occurred on a National Highway in the Shrigauri area of Sribhumi district on Saturday following a head-on collision between a dumper truck and a passenger traveller vehicle. Several occupants of the traveller sustained critical injuries, and fears of fatalities have been raised. According to preliminary reports, the force of the collision caused the passenger vehicle to lose control, veer off the highway, and overturn. Multiple passengers were seriously injured and were immediately rushed to nearby medical facilities for treatment. Unconfirmed sources indicated that at least two passengers may have died in the accident. However, police officials…

28 Jan

Murmu: 7,200 km of NH Constructed in Northeast in 11 Years

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President Droupadi Murmu highlighted significant infrastructure developments in the Northeastern region of India during her address to the joint sitting of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha at the commencement of the Budget Session. Over the past 11 years, more than 7,200 kilometers of National Highways have been constructed, facilitating access to remote, hilly, tribal, and border areas. This development is part of a larger investment of over 80,000 crore rupees in railway modernization, which includes new broad-gauge rail connections linking the capitals of Arunachal Pradesh, Tripura, and Mizoram. She noted that the introduction of a direct rail route…

28 Jan

Rajasthan Royals Launch National Design Contest for 2026 Pink Promise Jersey

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Rajasthan Royals are reinventing the concept of fandom by transforming supporters into active collaborators within the franchise. Embracing an open-sourcing philosophy, the Royals are engaging their fans to influence various aspects of the organization, including music, match strategies, and design. As part of their initiative, Hunar Manch Season 2, the franchise is inviting design students, young creatives, and graphic designers from across India to submit concepts for the 2026 Pink Promise Jersey, which is a prominent symbol of their purpose. The selected design will serve as the official on-field jersey for the Pink Promise Match, offering fans a unique opportunity…

28 Jan

Accused Convicted by NIA Court in Pakistan-Backed Mobile, Cyber Espionage Case

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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) special court at Vishakhapatnam on Tuesday sentenced to simple imprisonment (SI) a key accused in a Pakistan led espionage conspiracy case involving fraudulent use of mobile SIM cards and misuse of social media platforms. The accused, Altafhusen Ghanchibhai @ Shakil, had pleaded guilty during the ongoing trial, as part of which 37 witnesses had already been examined by the prosecution. Convicting the accused for misusing unique identification features, including SIM cards and OTPs, as well as social media, the special court pronounced today its orders against him. The accused has been sentenced to SI for…

28 Jan

NRL Expansion Project on Track for Completion by End of Year

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Dr. Ranjit Rath, Chairman of Numaligarh Refinery Ltd (NRL), announced at the India Energy Week 2026 that the refinery's capacity expansion from 3 million tonnes to 9 million tonnes per annum will be completed by the end of the year, enabling it to process imported crude oil for the first time. Currently reliant on domestic crude for fuel production, NRL aims to diversify its feedstock following this expansion, with initial processing already initiated. Dr. Rath further discussed the expansive growth potential in India's upstream energy sector, emphasizing the importance of progressive policies, collaboration, and technology to enhance frontier exploration. He…

24 Jan

Indian Woman Among Four Klled in US Shoting Linked to Family Dispute

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An Indian woman was among four people shoot dead in the United States in an incident suspected to have stemmed from a domestic dispute, according to reports on Saturday. Although local authorities initially did not confirm the nationalities of the victims, news agency PTI reported that one of the deceased was an Indian national.Police officials said the shooting took place in a residential area, where officers responded to reports of gunfire and found four victims with fatal injuries. Investigators believe the incident was linked to an ongoing family conflict, though the exact motive is still under investigation.Law enforcement agencies have…

21 Jan

Dibrugarh Police Bust Suspected Street Dog Killing Racket in Late-Night Operation

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In a concerning late-night incident, Dibrugarh Police have arrested three individuals, Syongkiri Rongphar (27), Waisong Rongpi (28), and Sensen Hamse (21), believed to be involved in a possible street dog killing racket. The arrests occurred on January 20, after a police patrol noticed a suspicious vehicle with registration number AS-02Z-5386. Upon intercepting the vehicle, authorities found 15 jute rice bags, ropes, packets of biscuits, and three mobile phones, indicating a potentially premeditated operation. This development has heightened fears regarding the mysterious disappearance of street dogs in Dibrugarh, which has alarmed residents and animal welfare organizations. For months, there have been…