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24 Jun

No CCTV, No Witnesses! 7-Year-Old ‘Mary’ Found the Accused Within 24 Hours

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The investigation into a heinous sexual assault on a six-year-old girl had nearly come to a standstill due to lack of evidence. There were no working CCTV cameras at the scene, and no eyewitnesses either. But at this critical juncture of the probe, police found their most reliable ally in a 7-year-old Labrador. The incident occurred on June 19 in the Babrala area of Uttar Pradesh’s Sambhal district. Family members rescued the girl in a sick and terrified condition. But the child could not clearly state what had happened. After launching the investigation, police collected various samples and materials. Yet…

21 Jun

Police: No Victims, No AI Content in DPS, SFS School Image Allegations

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Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Shambhavi Mishra on Saturday clarified that the recent controversies involving Delhi Public School (DPS) and St Francis De Sales School (SFS) over alleged circulation of AI-generated images of female students were two separate incidents with no connection between them.Speaking at a press briefing in Ulubari, Guwahati, Mishra said both schools had submitted complaints at the Cyber Police Station on June 13, after which separate investigations were launched.“The two cases have no connection whatsoever. They became linked only because they came to light around the same time,” she said.As part of the investigation, police recorded statements…

21 Jun

Sign of Healthy Ecosystem: Rare Black Bear Spotted in Manipur After Hunting Decline

PreetiAssam, India

A rare Asiatic Black Bear (Ursus thibetanus), a species classified as Vulnerable on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List, has been recorded through a camera trap in Shirui Village of Ukhrul district, Manipur. The sighting has been described by conservationists as a major milestone for wildlife protection in the region and a positive sign that community-driven conservation efforts are helping restore the local ecosystem. The wildlife monitoring exercise was conducted by Patrick Shangh, Co-founder of ENFOGAL, in collaboration with Pamreithing Luireiwo, a former hunter who has now become a conservationist. Luireiwo’s deep understanding of the forest…

20 Jun

After ‘Distorted’ Claims, Marshall Baruah Vows to Repaint Zubeen Portrait on Ganeshguri Flyover

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Marshall Baruah Responds to Allegations of Distorting Zubeen’s Portrait; Assures ‘Will Redraw It Properly’ Controversy continues on social media over the repainted portrait of beloved artist Zubeen Garg on the Ganeshguri flyover. After a section of people criticized the painting for being distorted, artist Marshall Baruah has now responded to the reactions. It may be noted that widespread reactions were sparked across the state over the erasure of Zubeen Garg’s portrait and the words ‘Comrade Never Die’ painted on a pillar of the Ganeshguri flyover in the city. Following this, artist Marshall Baruah decided to repaint the portrait. On the…

17 Jun

CERO Runs Northeast’s Only Govt-Approved Vehicle Scrapping Facility in Guwahati

PreetiAssam, Business

CERO, India’s first organised vehicle recycling initiative operated by Mahindra MSTC Recycling Pvt. Ltd. (MMRPL), is strengthening Assam’s vehicle scrappage ecosystem through its Government-authorised Registered Vehicle Scrapping Facility (RVSF) in Guwahati. The CERO facility, located at Katanipara, Madanpur, near Madanpur Toll Plaza, Mouza-Madartola, is the only authorised vehicle scrapping centre of its kind in Northeast India. Vehicles from neighbouring states, including West Bengal, are also being brought to the facility for scientific recycling. The name CERO, derived from the Spanish word meaning “Zero”, represents the company’s vision of zero waste and sustainable recycling. Following the implementation of the vehicle scrappage…

16 Jun

Chandmari Karatekas Shine with 19 Gold, 20 Silver, 27 Bronze at State Championship in Khanapara

PreetiAssam, Sports

More than 400 players participated in the 6th State Seishinkai Shito-Ryu Karate Do Championship held at the Veterinary Indoor Stadium, Khanapara. The event was managed by the All Assam Seishinkai Shito-Ryu Karate Do Federation.Under the supervision of Chief Coach Shihan Dilip Mali of the Chandmari Karate Do Academy, a 37-member team of players participated in this championship. They brought laurels to the academy by winning 19 gold, 20 silver, and 27 bronze medals in the Karate Kata and Kumite categories.

13 Jun

Assam Cabinet Clears Satellite Cities Body for Guwahati, Curbs Aadhaar for 18+

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Assam Cabinet today approved the formation of Guwahati Satellite Cities Development Authority (GSCDA).It will have the mandate to plan, finance, and develop satellite cities in and around Guwahati and areas within the jurisdiction of Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA).The establishment of the GSCDA is expected to facilitate planned expansion of Guwahati and check the haphazard and congested growth of the existing city.The Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma also approved a ban on fresh Aadhaar enrolment in Assam for any individual above 18 years of age, except for persons belonging to the Divyang, Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled…

12 Jun

Assam Star Riyan Parag Undergoes Successful Shoulder Surgery in Mumbai

PreetiAssam, Sports

Assam's star cricketer Riyan Parag, who had been suffering from a long-standing shoulder injury, underwent a successful surgery today. Riyan's right shoulder surgery was performed today at the Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital under the supervision of eminent sports orthopedic specialist Dr. Dinshaw Pardiwala. Parag had recently led Rajasthan Royals successfully in the concluded IPL, guiding them to the playoffs.The 24-year-old all-rounder will soon begin his rehabilitation at the BCCI Center of Excellence in Bengaluru. Right after the conclusion of the IPL, Riyan was selected as the vice-captain of the India A team. However, due to a hamstring injury sustained during…

10 Jun

Goalpara Gears Up for 3rd K.C. Das Memorial Rapid Chess on Father’s Day

PreetiAssam, Sports

Rapid Chess in Goalpara like previous years, on the occasion of Father's Day this year as well, the 3rd Annual K.C. Das Memorial Rapid Chess Tournament has been organized on June 14. The event is initiative by Chandanshamala Library, located at Azad Road, Bhatipara in Goalpara town.The competition will commence from 9:00 AM on the said day at Gandhi Bhavan, located near B.O. in Goalpara town. It will be conducted across five categories: Open, Under-19, Under-15, Under-13, and Under-11.Apart from various educational institutions of Goalpara district, many players from neighboring districts like Bongaigaon, Barpeta, and Kamrup Metropolitan will participate in…

30 May

Assam Reports Twin Tragedies as Elephant Attacks Kill Two and Pregnant Jumbo Dies by Electrocution

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A tragic series of human-elephant conflict incidents unfolded in Assam on May 30, resulting in the deaths of two villagers in Nagaon district and a pregnant wild elephant in Goalpara district. In Nagaon, two people, identified as Chahaj Uddin and Hanufa Khatun, lost their lives after a herd of wild elephants entered Kandapara and Ranglubasti villages under the Kampur Range Forest Office during the early hours of the morning. The elephants reportedly trampled the victims to death while moving through human settlements. According to family members, Hanufa Khatun was dragged out of her house by an elephant before being fatally…