Guwahati’s new Brahmaputra Riverfront, Sati Radhika Shaanti Udyan, a Rs 327 crore project, has become a popular leisure spot, drawing crowds for morning walks and social gatherings. While residents appreciate the new space, concerns about littering and inadequate facilities are emerging, highlighting the need for civic responsibility to maintain its beauty and potential for tourism.
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Arunachal Pradesh Deputy CM Chowna Mein announced plans to develop Walong into a major historical and tourism hub. Initiatives include the annual Sunrise Festival, a war memorial museum, and improved connectivity. This commitment was made during the 63rd commemoration of the Battle of Walong, honoring the bravery of 800 Indian soldiers.
A joint STF and district police team busted an illegal mini gun factory in Lakhisarai, arresting six smugglers. The factory, disguised as a dairy business, was found to be producing country-made pistols and various weapon parts. The arrested individuals confessed to supplying weapons to nearby districts.
A picnic outing on the Brahmaputra River near North Guwahati ended in tragedy when a country boat capsized, leading to a youth going missing. While four companions were rescued by nearby boatmen, Rakesh Medhi remains untraceable. Rescue operations are ongoing, continuing as long as visibility allows.
A betel shop owner in Samastipur was shot dead late Saturday night during a dispute with two motorcycle-borne youths. The victim, Arvind Kumar Sahani, was killed when one of the youths allegedly fired a shot. Police are scanning CCTV footage to identify the assailants, with the dispute believed to be over the purchase of goods.
A 21-year-old truck driver, Aakash Kumar, was electrocuted and his vehicle caught fire after accidentally contacting a high-tension wire near Jamalpur village. The incident occurred on the Ara-Chhapra road as Kumar was en route to Kolkata. His family has been informed, and the body was sent for postmortem.
Government Railway Police seized Rs70 lakh cash from the New Delhi-Howrah Duronto Express at Jhajha station. A man, Shyam Sundar Das, was detained for carrying the money. He admitted to being instructed to transport the bag to Howrah. Officials are investigating the origin and purpose of the cash. Further action was initiated by customs officials.
