Tripura Police, in a major multi-agency crackdown, intercepted a staggering Rs 2 crore worth of banned cough syrup. Ninety thousand bottles of Escuf, containing codeine phosphate, were discovered hidden in two goods train wagons at Jirania Railway Station. This significant seizure highlights ongoing efforts to combat illegal drug trade in the region.
Jharkhand Mukti Morcha launched its Ghatshila byelection campaign with candidate Somesh Soren filing nominations, backed by Chief Minister Hemant Soren. Soren emphasized the election as a tribute to late leaders and criticized internal betrayal and BJP’s star campaigners. Meanwhile, BJP’s Babulal Marandi attacked the state government’s performance, urging voters to reject the ruling alliance.
Tragedy struck Rourkela as two Class X students, Omm Suna and Anurag Das, both 16, drowned in the Ghagari stream. The boys had skipped school for an outing. Fire brigade personnel recovered their bodies after a search. Police have sent the bodies for post-mortem examination. The incident occurred on Friday afternoon.
A crucial Brahmaputra Board consultation meeting was held in Aizawl, hosted by Mizoram’s IWRD, focusing on revitalizing the Tlawng River through springshed management. The event brought together various stakeholders, including university representatives, NGOs, and experts, to discuss strategies for rejuvenating this vital water source for Aizawl and Lunglei.
Dhanbad’s Shyam puja committee is celebrating its 46th Kali Puja with an eco-friendly pandal themed ‘Prakriti Ki Rachna’ (Creation of Nature), utilizing natural and biodegradable materials. The grand event, costing approximately Rs 20 lakh, will feature a four-day fair with cultural programs and amusement rides, promoting environmental awareness and community spirit.
Chief Minister Lalduhoma laid the foundation stone for a new working women’s hostel in Aizawl, part of a state-wide initiative funded by the central government. The project aims to address the increasing demand for accommodation, with the CM highlighting the importance of collaboration with the Mizo Hmeichhe Tangrual.
