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Suspected murder & mystery death trigger alarm among locals in Guwahati

YouTuber Michael David Booth, known as “Mr. Crafty Pants,” was arrested for allegedly sharing explicit images of minors online, including children under 12, via the Kik app. Investigators linked his account to his home IP address after Kik flagged suspicious activity. Booth faces charges for possession and distribution of illegal material.

Chhath festival preparations in Patna are facing significant price hikes for fruits and puja materials, with fruit-sellers attributing the surge to recent monsoon floods. Essential items like coconuts, sugarcane and water chestnuts have seen substantial price increases, impacting devotees’ budgets. Despite the cost, the community spirit remains strong, with vendors showing respect for religious sentiments.

Glitch in South Central water supply affects hilltop homes in Guwahati

Ministers join ‘Nyay Yatra’ in city, seek justice for Zubeen

Meghalaya Chief Justice Soumen Sen emphasized that the rule of law requires accessible, equally applicable, and fairly enforced laws. He highlighted technology’s role in enhancing legal system efficiency and transparency, while also cautioning about privacy and ethical concerns. The conference brought together judges to discuss advancing the rule of law alongside technological growth.

Security forces apprehended a key Ulfa-I cadre, Anupam Dohotia, in Arunachal Pradesh, who was instrumental in the recent attack on an Army installation in Tinsukia. The arrest, made during a joint operation, led to the recovery of sophisticated arms and ammunition. Dohotia was also involved in a previous gun battle with Assam Rifles.

Manipur Congress unveiled ‘Youth Vision 2030,’ a roadmap to empower the state’s youth as peace ambassadors and changemakers. The plan emphasizes education, employment, social harmony, health, and democratic participation. Leaders criticized the BJP government for neglecting Manipur amidst ongoing violence and division, urging national support for the state’s recovery.

IIT BHU graduate Shivanshu Ranjan secured a job at Amazon, but it was his father’s understated response that went viral. When Ranjan informed his father, he simply replied “ok,” sparking widespread discussion on X about Indian parenting and subtle expressions of approval. Users shared similar experiences, noting how brief replies often reflect pride and happiness….

Former Manipur CM N. Biren Singh hosted a feast for over 4,000 internally displaced persons. He urged authorities to maintain strict border vigil, especially along the Manipur-Mizoram border, due to reports of illegal immigrants and potential influx from Myanmar. Singh also emphasized the need for biometric verification for those fleeing Myanmar.