The NorthEast DigitaL (2024)

29/05/2024

The death toll from the catastrophic landslides and torrential rains triggered by Cyclone Remal has risen to 28, according to latest reports.

Authorities have resumed the search operations in the areas as several bodies have still not been recovered.

After Cyclone Remal made a landfall in Northeast India, the inclement weather conditions led to chaos across the state, claiming lives and disrupting normalcy.

The death toll from the Melthum quarry collapse is 14, while the other 14 deaths have been reported from surrounding areas which have witnessed massive landslides.

Fatalities have been reported at Salem locality where a landslide has claimed the lives of a family of three.

Falkawn, Kanan, Kulikawn, and ITI localities also witnessed deaths caused by landslides.

In response to these events, rescue operations were initiated by the state disaster response team, paramilitary forces, members of the Young Mizo Association, and local volunteers.

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma, accompanied by the Home Minister, Sports Minister, MLAs, DC, SP, Central Young Mizo Association officials, and others, has been actively involved in assessing the situation and coordinating rescue efforts at various disaster sites.

Responding to this urgent need, the local Young Mizo Association issued a call for a community cleanup effort at these affected cemeteries.

In a bid to provide relief to the affected residents, Chief Minister Lalduhoma announced an ex-gratia of Rs 15 crore for landslide victims due to Cyclone Remal in Mizoram. Furthermore, a compensation of Rs 4 lakhs will be provided to the next of kin of those who lost their lives in the landslides, offering a semblance of support during these trying times.

29/05/2024

The Maharashtra Unit of the Congress on Tuesday alleged that the son of a Maharashtra MLA was involved in the Porsche crash in Pune, which killed two people. Maharashtra Congress chief Nana Patole, addressing a press conference on Tuesday, made the allegation and said that the legislator whose son was allegedly involved, used his power to cover up the matter.

He also demanded a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the crash and said that Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis should step down from his post.

16/05/2024

:- The Supreme Court issued a directive on Thursday for the Centre to deport 17 foreigners currently held in a detention center in Assam, highlighting that no criminal charges have been registered against them.

A bench comprising Justices Abhay S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan made the decision after reviewing a report submitted by the State Legal Services Authority, which confirmed the detention of 17 declared foreigners in the Assam detention center.

"We are of the view that Union of India must take immediate steps for deporting these 17 foreigners as there is no offence registered against them," stated the bench.

This development follows the Supreme Court's earlier inquiry in April, where it sought information from the State Legal Services Authority of Assam regarding foreigners detained for more than two years in detention centers. Additionally, the court instructed the legal services authority to assemble a team to assess the facilities provided to these detainees.

The Supreme Court addressed a petition requesting the release of individuals who have been detained for over two years in Assam's detention centers.

16/05/2024

:- In a tragic incident, a pickup van driver lost his life in a road accident in the Nimti area of Alipurduar district. The deceased, identified as Moh Alam, was a resident of Kolkata.

As per reports, the accident occurred when the pickup van traveling from Assam to Kolkata collided with the rear of a truck parked on the roadside in Nimti. As a result, the driver, Moh Alam, suffered severe injuries. Meanwhile, the officers from the Nimti outpost promptly rescued Moh Alam and rushed him to Latabari Hospital. Despite their efforts, Moh Alam succumbed to his injuries at the hospital.

The body of the deceased has been transferred to the Alipurduar District Hospital for an autopsy. At present the police have initiated an investigation into the entire incident.

01/05/2024

Phase 3 of the Lok Sabha Polls, is set to unfold on May 7, spanning across 10 states and 2 Union territories. A total of 94 constituencies will be up for grabs, marking a significant juncture in shaping the nation's political landscape. As the electorate exercises their franchise, the fate of numerous candidates and the direction of the country's governance hang in the balance.

Come June 4, all eyes will turn to the counting process, eagerly awaiting the verdict of the electorate. Among the states participating in this phase are Assam, Bihar, Goa, Gujarat, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Uttar Pradesh, each playing a crucial role in the electoral narrative.

30/04/2024

A Bangladeshi child who accidentally crossed into India in 2021 has been returned to his family in Bangladesh. The child had initially entered India through the Indo-Bangla border in Mankachar, Assam, and was taken under the protection of Assam's Boko Child Protection Cell. The reunion was made possible by the intervention of the District Legal Service Authority of South Salmara Mankachar (DLSA SSM).

29/04/2024

:- A truck on National Highway 40 in Ri-Bhoi district caught fire on Monday while the driver and his assistant were asleep, resulting in a minor injury to the driver.

According to the police, the incident happened at Umsaw Nongkharai on the NH at around 2.30 pm, while the driver and the handyman were sleeping after parking the vehicle at the roadside. The truck was loaded with rubber.

According to eyewitnesses, the truck suddenly caught fire, the cause of which is being ascertained. This could be due to a mechanical failure or other reasons and a clear picture would be available after the Motor Vehicle Inspector’s investigation, the police said.

The driver, Shafait Ali (25) from Rajouri district, Jammu and Kashmir, and his assistant, Yasir Ahmed (22) from the same district, were on their way from Agartala to Punjab.

The driver received minor burn injuries and has been rushed to the nearest hospital.

29/04/2024

Dimapur Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) announced relaxation of the ongoing indefinite shutter down for six hours, from 12 noon to 6 pm Monday, a decision made amidst mounting grievances among the general public.
In a statement, DCCI vice president V Shikuto Sema said the relaxation was in response to requests from the Naga Council Dimapur (NCD) and Confederation of Nagaland Chamber of Commerce & Industries (CNCCI). DCCI said the decision was to facilitate and provide relief to public for stocking essential supplies and meeting other needs.

However, Shikuto also cautioned that the indefinite shutter down will resume from April 30 onwards, if there was no positive response from the state government to the DCCI’s five-point charter of demands.
Meanwhile, several district trade organizations on Saturday had also informed of the one-day window period in their respective district for public to stock up essential items.
The ongoing indefinite shutter down called by DCCI in Dimapur from April 26 entered its third day, Sunday, while the CNCCI-backed indefinite state-wide shutter-down strike from April 27 entered its second day Sunday. The shutter-down strike has been by and large peaceful so far, with no report of any untoward incident.

On Sunday, a few thousand people from Dimapur, were seen flocking to markets at Khatkhati, Lahorijan in neighbouring Karbi Anglong district of Assam.
Hundreds of vehicles lined up at Nagaland gate area as shoppers made their way to markets in Lahorijan and Khatkati. Though vendors in Assam denied hiking up rates of various items, it was found that rates of essential commodities varied even within the same market. It was observed that vendors located along the roadside were selling vegetables at higher rates compared to vendors within the market area.
Additional number of Assam Police personnel were deployed to manage the surge in vehicular traffic amidst huge number of shoppers coming from Dimapur.

EDBA: East Dimapur Business Association (EDBA) has announced that all shops and business establishments will be open on April 29 to allow the public to stock essential items. EDBA also stated that further updates on the resumption of the indefinite shutter down will be notified.
MCCI: Meanwhile, Mokokchung Chamber of Commerce & Industry (MCCI) has informed public that all shops and business establishments in Mokokchung would reopen on April 29, Monday.
MCCI president Tsukti Longkumer and general secretary Limalenden Longkumer informed this in a press release but also added that the shutter down strike will resume from April 30. MCCI also requested the public not to resort to panic buying during the window period.
MCCI also stated that in view of lack of satisfactory response from the state government, the indefinite shutter down called by the CNCCI would continue until the demands of the business community were met.
It further cautioned traders against taking advantage of the situation by resorting to illegitimate business practices and warned that any trader found indulging in such activities would face punishment.
Public has also been requested to report complaints or grievances to the MCCI by contacting 9436006062, 8415043591, 9436605461.

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26/04/2024

:- Hundreds of passengers, including a large number who were travelling to cast their votes in the Lok Sabha elections, were left stranded in Assam on Friday after six trains were cancelled because of a derailment.

The Northeast Frontier Railway said that the engine of a goods train had gone off the rails between the Jatinga Lampur and New Harangajao stations in the state’s Lumding division.

26/04/2024

More than 20,000 passport applications routed through post offices between 2021 and June 2023 are pending for want of proper documents or clarifications.

Around 800 of the applicants will have their last chance on May 1 to get their pending applications processed, officials in the Regional Passport Office said.

25/04/2024

For the first time, a police team from Nagaland, trained in counter-insurgency operations and dealing with large-scale unrest, has been deployed in the left wing extremism (LWE)-affected areas of Kerala to ensure security during the polls on Friday.

25/04/2024

:- The Power department has announced a total shutdown of power supply from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. starting from April 25 to May 31 in areas covering Longleng, Mokokchung, Mon, and Zunheboto districts.
In a press release, executive engineer Transmission division Mokokchung Er. Hekaito Assumi informed that the shutdown is being carried out to facilitate vegetation clearance for 132kV & 66kV Transmission Lines under the Transmission division Mokokchung in order to ensure stable power supply and prevent unnecessary disruptions.
As per scheduled, Tuensang district (66kV Mkg-Tsg) will face power shutdown from April 25 to 30; Zunheboto district (66kV Mkg-Zbto) from May 6-11; Tuli sub-division, Longleng and Zunheboto districts (66kV Mkg-Tuli, Tuli-N/Mora, N/Mora-Tizit and Tizit-Mon) from May 13-18; 132 kV Mkg-DHEP from May 20-25 and 132 kV Mkg-Mariani from May 27-31. In this regard, the department sought the cooperation and appealed to all to bear with the inconvenience during the shutdown period.

24/04/2024

:- Haflong Police on April 23 recovered the body of a student in Haflong, in Dima Hasao district. The body which was lying near the Haflong town was discovered by a passerby who informed the local police following which they reached the site and recovered the body.

The deceased person has been identified as Slyring Hojai, a resident of Haflong Gadain Raji.

Slyring's elder brother informed that his brother was a second-year high school student.

Police suspect that the student was beaten to death as his body was found with a broken right leg and several injuries on the body.

According to the elder brother of the deceased youth, an unknown individual had called Hojai at 9.30 pm on Monday night, following which he had left his home to never return home. The mobile phone was found switched off further after that.

Slyring Hojai’s brother further informed that his mobile phone got switched off around 10 pm at night.

Even though security has been beefed up by police officials across the district for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, the incidents of such killings in Haflong town have created a sensation across the city.

24/04/2024

:- A powerful explosion took place along the National Highway-2 near Saparmeina in Kangpokpi district late at night around 12.25 am on April 23.

As per preliminary reports, no casualties have been reported in the explosion though the highway faced multiple damages with three large craters forming, causing trouble for commuters to commute. Meanwhile restrictions have been imposed on the movement of heavy vehicles on the highway.

Meanwhile, the tribal body has condemned the attack and have called for an emergency meeting early this morning, post which any further action on the incident will be initiated.

22/04/2024

:- Preparations are underway for a repoll in the Inner Manipur Lok Sabha seat, announced Manipur Chief Electoral Officer Pradeep Jha. Scheduled for April 22, the repoll will take place across 11 polling stations within the Inner Manipur parliamentary constituency.

Addressing concerns raised during the initial phase of polling, Jha stated, "We are taking into consideration all the issues that were raised. The Election Commission of India has decided to order repoll at 11 polling stations." With a commitment to upholding transparency and fairness, the electoral authorities are leaving no stone unturned to facilitate a smooth and credible voting process.

Meanwhile, attention is also shifting towards the second phase of Lok Sabha polls in the Outer Manipur Lok Sabha seat. Chief Electoral Officer Pradeep Jha revealed that the elections for the remaining segments of the Outer Manipur parliamentary constituency are slated for April 26.

Speaking about the upcoming phase, Jha assured, "All the arrangements have been done." With 13 assembly segments gearing up for polls, efforts are being made to ensure adequate infrastructure and security measures are in place to enable a hassle-free electoral exercise.

21/04/2024

:- In a tragic turn of events, the son of Jorhat Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Manjit Borkotoky reportedly took his own life. The incident unfolded at their residence in Jaya Nagar, Guwahati. Sources reveal that the deceased had recently completed his matriculation from the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), adding a poignant layer to the tragedy.

The news has sent shockwaves through the community. As condolences pour in and support extends to the grieving family, authorities are delving into the circumstances surrounding the young man's untimely demise.

The correlation between his recent academic milestone and the tragic event has sparked inquiries into potential stressors or challenges he may have faced during his CBSE journey. Amidst the investigation, the Borkotoky family is grappling with profound loss, and their privacy is being respected as they navigate this difficult period.

18/04/2024

: Charred bodies of three men from Assam were found in East Garo Hills in Meghalaya on Wednesday morning.

As per reports, the bodies were found in Wageasi of East Garo Hills under mysterious circumstances.

The police have suspected that the men may have been murdered by miscreants.

An investigation has been initiated by the police to track what exactly happened.

The vehicle the men were travelling in was also found next to the charred bodies.

All the deceased were residents of Goalpara in Assam.

They were identified as Jamar Ali and Nur Mohammed, residents of Goalpara.

However, the third person is yet to be identified, the police said.

The police said that all possible angles are being investigated.

The motive behind the possible murder is also being looked out for.

18/04/2024

:- With the campaigning for the first phase of the Lok Sabha election coming to an end, Congress MLA Sherman Ali Ahmed, has appealed to minority communities in Assam's Nagaon Lok Sabha constituency to vote for AIUDF candidate, Aminul Islam.

Sherman Ali who is known for his controversial statements, made the appeal in a social media post.

In the video, the Congress MLA was heard saying that minorities in Nagaon had the opportunity to send a minority representative to the parliament.

He criticised incumbent MP Pradyut Bordoloi stating that he had done nothing for the minority communities in Assam.

He further claimed that despite holding cabinet ministerial ranks for several years, he never raised a voice for minorities.

Sherman Ali further stated that Aminul Islam was a fit candidate for representing the minority community at the parliament.

"He may be fluent in English but he is fit for representing the people's plight and issues", he said.

He also added that Aminul Islam had always raised raising voice for the people irrespective of religion.

He further said that Muslims should avoid joining BJP citing that they had been harrassed.

Sherman Ali stated that he is a Congress MLA but the "truth needs to be spoken".

17/04/2024

:- Alleging that the BJP has made the entire country a “detention camp”, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday said the CAA and NRC will be scrapped if opposition bloc INDIA forms government at the Centre.

Addressing an election rally here in support of four TMC candidates in Assam, she alleged that there will be “no democracy and elections if Prime Minister Narendra Modi returns to power” for the third consecutive term.

“They (BJP) made the entire country a detention camp… I have never seen such a dangerous election in my life,” Banerjee said.

She asserted that her party TMC loves all religions and does not want people to be divided on religious lines.

“If the INDIA bloc wins, there will not be the National Register of Citizens (NRC), Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and Uniform Civil Code. We will repeal all discriminatory laws,” Banerjee said at the rally.

She appealed to people to vote for all four Trinamool Congress candidates in Assam in the Lok Sabha polls and announced that her party would contest all 126 assembly seats in the 2026 state polls.

“This is just a trailer and the final is yet to come. I will come again,” Banerjee added.

17/04/2024

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light to moderate rainfall, thunderstorms and lightning over Northeast India till the 21st of this month.

“These conditions will prevail over parts of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam and Meghalaya during the next 6 days,” says IMD.

In North India, rainfall and snowfall with thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds of up to 40 kilometres per hour will prevail over parts of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand from the 18th to the 21st of this month.

The weather agency added that Strong surface winds of up to 40 kilometres per hour will be present over Haryana, Delhi and Uttar Pradesh for the next two days.

In South India, light to moderate rainfall thunderstorms and lightning will fall over Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Lakshadweep from the 18th to the 21st of this month.

Meanwhile, the IMD has forecast heatwave conditions over pockets of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana during the next 3 days and over pockets of Odisha and West Bengal during the next 4 days.

It added that hot and humid weather will prevail over West Bengal, Odisha, Goa, Gujarat and Karnataka today and tomorrow, and over Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Kerala and Andhra Pradesh during the next 4 days.

The weather agency said that maximum temperatures will rise by 2 to 4 degrees Celsius over Central India during the next 2 days, and by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius over East India and Maharashtra during the next 3 to 4 days. No significant change in maximum temperatures is expected over the rest of the country.

16/04/2024

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren SIngh on April 15 slammed Congress, accusing it of "appeasement politics" and saying that had Congress fenced the border, the situation wouldn't have become this bad. "Congress has always done appeasement policy. What is happening today is because of them. If they had fenced the border in their time, the influx hadn't happened. Who is Congress to tell about administrative facilities. But, BJP says not an inch of demography or integrity will be altered, but will restore peace with discussions," he said.

In a bid to restore peace and stability in the embattled state of Manipur, Chief Minister N Biren Singh extended gratitude to Union Home Minister Amit Shah for his assurance during a recent visit. Singh stated the confidence instilled among the populace following Shah's promises, while simultaneously pointing fingers at the Congress party for exacerbating the turmoil gripping the region.

Singh's remarks came in the wake of Amit Shah's visit to Manipur, where he addressed concerns over border security, the Free Movement Regime (FMR), and the issue of illegal immigrants. Shah's reassurance resonated with Manipuris, with Singh highlighting the Home Minister's commitment to preserving the unity and integrity of the state under BJP's governance.

"The unity and integrity of Manipur won't be compromised under BJP's watch," stated Shah during his visit, echoing the sentiments echoed by Singh. The Chief Minister lambasted the Congress party, attributing the current state of affairs to their historical "appeasement politics." Singh contended that had Congress fortified the borders during their tenure, the influx of migrants could have been prevented, averting the present crisis.

Shah, in a rally held in Imphal, reiterated the BJP's steadfast commitment to preventing Manipur's disintegration, vowing to prioritize peace restoration in Prime Minister Modi's third term. "We will not let Manipur break down," declared Shah, underscoring BJP's resolve to tackle the root causes of the ongoing ethnic violence.

15/04/2024

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13/04/2024

: Ninong Ering, a former union minister and current BJP MLA candidate, was involved in a car accident on Saturday (April 13) in Arunachal Pradesh.

The accident reportedly occurred with a Tata Sumo in East Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh.

Ering sustained minor injuries on his head and hand and has been promptly taken to the hospital for medical attention.

13/04/2024

:- In the wake of the recent ethnic violence, 29 special polling stations are being established for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections to accommodate approximately 5,000 displaced individuals currently residing in camps.

Polling officials confirmed that these arrangements follow instructions from the central government. Imphal West Deputy Commissioner, Kiran Kumar, stated that these special polling stations, some of which are being established in relief camps, aim to ensure that all displaced individuals can vote. Kumar further noted that relative peace has returned to the Northeast state in recent months, following the violent clashes.

Security measures have been increased in anticipation of the elections, with vulnerable polling stations to be overseen by the Central Armed Police Force.

The number of these stations is expected to rise in response to the state's current circumstances, and all activities are under strict surveillance.

13/04/2024

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12/04/2024

:- An armed cadre of the Naxal group, the People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), was arrested by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) following raids in parts of Assam and Jharkhand.

According to reports, the raids were conducted on Wednesday by the NIA with the help of local police.

The search operation led to the arrest of one individual identified as Binod Munda, alias Sukkhwa, from the Khunti district of Jharkhand.

According to the press release by the NIA the accused is an armed cadre of the PLFI, a splinter Naxal group, and wanted in four PLFI cases in Jharkhand. He has been arrested in a case relating to revival attempts by the PLFI

The NIA team also seized a host of incriminating materials, including PLFI-related documents, two Walkie-Talkies, five mobile phones, SIM cards and Rs. 11,000 in cash.

02/04/2024

:- In a remarkable feat of dedication and commitment, Dr. Hentok Phom, a distinguished member of the Nagaland Government, has achieved the esteemed Cambridge Senior Management Program from the University of Cambridge.

Dr. Phom’s accomplishment marks a significant milestone not only in his personal and professional journey but also for the advancement of Nagaland’s public service sector.

Dr. Phom, known for his unwavering dedication to his roles as a serving officer of the Nagaland Government, a devoted doctor, dedicated husband, and a father of three, has demonstrated exemplary commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Expressing his heartfelt congratulations, Advisor to Nagaland CM Abu Metha emphasized the profound impact of Dr. Phom’s achievement on the state’s progress. He stated, “It’s a commendable achievement that needed sincerity and commitment for a serving officer of the Nagaland Government, a husband, and a father to three. Congratulations once again;

“I am sure this achievement will benefit our State and its citizens in many ways – as knowledge gained for any Naga is knowledge gained for all Nagas. Best wishes always,” Metha added.

Nagaland congratulates Dr. Hentok Phom on this momentous achievement and eagerly anticipates the positive impact it will have on the state’s development trajectory.

01/04/2024

:- A day after the alleged murder of two persons close to the Bangladesh border in Meghalaya, police are yet to confirm whether their deaths are connected to an anti-CAA public meeting, which was held in the area earlier in the day.

According to a police official, the body of one of the deceased had been recovered close to Ichamati Bazaar after 6 pm on Wednesday, and the second body was found around four km away from there. They have been identified as Esan Singh and Sujit Dutta. “They are suspected to be murdered, but the postmortem is yet to be done,” said the official.

The deceased had been working and living in the area with their families, police said.

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