Eviction drive at Dohikata tomorrow to free 1143 bighas
Assam’s forest department, with district administration support, will conduct a large-scale eviction drive at Dohikota Reserve Forest on November 9-10. Over 1,143 bighas encroached by 588 non-tribal families will be cleared, continuing the state’s campaign against illegal settlements and CM Sarma’s “zero tolerance” policy.
Male Elephant Found Dead in Betla National Park Due to Gastroenteritis, Autopsy Reveals
A male elephant found dead in Betla National Park died from gastro enteritis, according to its postmortem report. The autopsy revealed signs of watery feces, anal bleeding, and a bloated stomach. Forensic results from viscera samples are still pending.
Woman dies in hospital, MP accuses negligence
A 21-year-old woman’s death at Anvit Healthcare Hospital has sparked outrage in Dhanbad. Giridih MP Chandra Prakash Chaudhari has accused the hospital of gross medical negligence and violating health norms, calling it a “murder” due to alleged lack of facilities and improper operation.
Chatra Opium Traffickers Arrested: Dual Raids Recover Rs 40 Lakh in Drugs
Opium traffickers in Chatra are employing novel methods to conduct their illegal trade. In a recent operation, police apprehended a smuggler utilizing two cars with identical registration plates to transport opium. This bust, along with another raid, led to the seizure of approximately Rs 40 lakh worth of the illicit substance.
Boston Celtics vs Orlando Magic regular season game: Full injury report, who’s out, and more (November 7, 2025)
The Boston Celtics and Orlando Magic face off on November 7, 2025, with both teams battling significant injuries. Jayson Tatum’s absence for Boston places a heavy scoring burden on Jaylen Brown, while Orlando aims to exploit Boston’s weakened frontcourt with Moritz Wagner out. This Eastern Conference matchup promises an unpredictable contest highlighting depth and resilience.
‘Willing to collaborate’: French AI envoy praises India; calls for ‘right balance’ between innovation and regulation
France’s AI Envoy, Anne Bouverot, lauded India’s balanced approach to AI governance, mirroring France’s spirit of fostering innovation while ensuring regulation. Both nations are keen to collaborate on AI ethics and accountability, prioritizing citizen protection alongside technological growth.
Cong MLA accuses Tripura minister of sheltering B’deshi national
Congress MLA Birajit Sinha has accused Social Welfare Minister Tinku Roy of harboring an illegal Bangladeshi national and failing to disclose a criminal case in his election affidavit. Sinha alleges Roy’s cook aided two Bangladeshi women in crossing the border illegally, and that Roy omitted a journalist’s criminal case against him from his affidavit.
Jharkhand Appoints First Female Acting DGP Amid Controversy Over Former DGP’s Exit
Jharkhand’s BJP claims Chief Minister Hemant Soren removed the outgoing DGP based on their advice, a claim refuted by the ruling JMM. The JMM stated Soren, with extensive experience, made the administrative decision independently. The outgoing DGP had applied for voluntary retirement, and an acting DGP has since assumed charge.
Will work to restore public faith in police, says new Jharkhand DGP
Jharkhand has its first woman DGP, Tadasha Mishra, who assumed charge Friday. Her priorities include enhancing policing, restoring public trust, and ensuring discipline within the force. Mishra also emphasized addressing personnel needs and continuing operations against organized crime, cybercrime, and extremism, with a special focus on women and child safety.
