Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has returned to Tawang, expressing delight at being back in the Himalayan town, which he described as a paradise. Khandu said he was looking forward to attending the International Tourism Mart and the Exposition of the Holy Buddha Relics over the next couple of days. The events are expected to highlight the region’s tourism potential, rich cultural heritage and spiritual significance. Tawang, known for its scenic Himalayan landscape and Buddhist heritage, remains an important destination for religious and cultural tourism in Arunachal Pradesh. #TheSentinel #PemaKhandu #ArunachalPradesh

A teacher was allegedly assaulted while classes were in progress at No. 2129 Bowalia Primary School in Mankachar, Assam. The teacher, identified as Dipankar Das, a resident of Rangia, was allegedly attacked by Iliyas Islam. According to reports, Islam is the son of Momena Khatun, who works as a cook at the same school. Following the incident, Das was admitted to Hatsingimari District Hospital and was subsequently referred to Goalpara for advanced medical treatment. Mankachar Police have launched an investigation into the incident. #TheSentinel #Assam #Teacher

The body of a man from Hatsingimari in Assam’s South Salmara-Mankachar district has been recovered from river waters in Bangladesh’s Dhusmara police station area. He had gone missing in the Brahmaputra after reportedly going to cut grass at Bheramara Char. The recovery of the body in Bangladesh brings a tragic development to the search operation. Further details about the circumstances surrounding his disappearance and how the body reached the other side of the border are awaited. #TheSentinel #BodyFound #Assam

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has flagged fake videos circulating on social media about Arunachal Pradesh, amid the spread of misleading claims concerning Chinese control over parts of the state and the Indian Army’s position along the border. Authorities have urged people to exercise caution and verify information through credible sources before sharing content related to national security. The warning highlights concerns over misinformation that could create confusion about the situation along the India-China border. People have been advised to check the authenticity of videos and rely on official statements for accurate information about Arunachal Pradesh. #TheSentinel #MEA #ArunachalPradesh

Fresh allegations have emerged against Ghanakanta Gogoi, who is accused of threatening his landlord in Tezpur while accompanied by his wife, Jonmoni Gogoi. According to reports, Gogoi had been living with his wife in a rented house in the town and allegedly claimed to own GK Construction and GK News. The circumstances surrounding the alleged threat remain unclear. #TheSentinel #Guwahati #FiringIncident

Kamrup district has recorded over two lakh registrations for Khel Maharan 3.0, reflecting strong participation among young sports enthusiasts. District Commissioner Deba Kumar Mishra chaired a District Level Committee meeting at Amingaon on October 28 to review preparations for the sporting event. Discussions covered committee responsibilities, event schedules and venues for various sporting activities. Mishra stressed interdepartmental coordination, timely arrangements and collective efforts to ensure the smooth conduct of the event. He also urged officials to motivate young athletes to participate and showcase their sporting talent. The meeting was attended by senior district officials, police representatives, Block Development Officers and sports and education department representatives. #TheSentinel #KhelMaharan #Assam

Nagaland is preparing to host President Droupadi Murmu as the chief guest at the opening ceremony of the Hornbill Festival in December, with the state government initiating formalities to extend an official invitation. The Hornbill Festival, Nagaland’s flagship cultural event, attracts visitors from across India and abroad. The annual festival showcases the state’s rich indigenous heritage through traditional music, dance, handicrafts and cuisine, while promoting cultural tourism. #TheSentinel #DroupadiMurmu #Nagaland

Asian Para Games gold medallist Neeraj Yadav has allegedly taken his own life after reportedly consuming poison at his residence in Delhi. He was 42. According to initial reports, Yadav was rushed for medical examination, and a postmortem is currently being conducted at a Delhi hospital. Police have launched an investigation to determine the exact circumstances surrounding his death. Yadav, who competed in the F55 category, was reportedly under emotional stress after missing the Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya earlier this month due to a doping suspension. However, authorities have not officially established whether the suspension was linked to the incident, and the motive behind the alleged extreme step remains under investigation. #TheSentinel #NeerajYadav #AsianParaGames

Assam minister Biswajit Daimary has praised the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), claiming the outfit has helped protect Assam over the past five decades. He made the remarks while addressing the central foundation day celebration of the Matak Yuva Chhatra Sanmilan at Dirak Nawajyoti village in Kakopathar, Tinsukia district, near the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border. After receiving the Bengmara Samanway Award, Daimary credited the Moran-Matak communities with providing ULFA’s core leadership and noted that commander-in-chief Paresh Baruah belongs to the Matak community. He said Assam’s situation could have been different without the community’s contribution. #TheSentinel #BiswajitDaimary #ULFA

A student went missing during school hours at Bongshar Higher Secondary School in Assam’s Kamrup district, prompting her family to lodge a police complaint. According to the family, the school authorities called and informed them that a boy had taken their daughter away. An FIR has been registered at Sualkuchi Police Station in connection with the incident. Meanwhile, the Dadra-Pasariya Aai-Matri Mondol Suraksha Samiti has demanded that police trace and rescue the missing student and return her to her family within 24 hours. Further details about the investigation have not been provided. #TheSentinel #Student #Missing

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has commended the Sela Warriors of the Indian Army’s Gajraj Corps for empowering tribal students through the Yuva Sashaktikaran: Mission Sainik School initiative. The programme provides targeted coaching for the All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) across Jang, Rama Camp and Dirang. According to Khandu, 59 students secured Sainik School admissions in the first two batches, while 75 students have now begun preparations for AISSEE-2027. He thanked the Indian Army, Dirang Block Education Officer Sonam Tsering, parents and community leaders for supporting educational opportunities for Arunachal’s youth. #TheSentinel #ArunachalPradesh #SelaWarriors

Sikkim has hosted its first-ever Himalayan Yak Festival at Gnathang in East Sikkim, highlighting the animal’s importance to traditional livelihoods, cultural heritage and the Himalayan ecosystem. Organised by the state’s Animal Husbandry and Livestock Services Department, the festival showcases yak products, traditional herder huts and initiatives to promote yak conservation and welfare amid climate change challenges. The Sikkimese Yak is recognised as an indigenous breed by the ICAR-National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources (NBAGR). The festival also aims to boost tourism in remote, high-altitude areas while raising awareness about the conservation of yaks and their habitat. #TheSentinel #Sikkim #HimalayanYakFestival

Illicit cannabis cultivation spread across at least 220 acres of land was destroyed during a two-day joint operation in Kalaktang subdivision of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. The drive was led by Bomdila DSP Sashi Dore under the supervision of SP Dr DW Thongon and Deputy Commissioner Dr Dilip Kumar, with personnel from the district police, Narcotics Control Board, SSB, CRPF and district administration participating. Around 15,000 kg of cannabis cultivated across 50 acres in Boha was destroyed, while another 51,000 kg spread across 170 acres in Angkaling and R Pam was also eliminated. The operation received support from local gaon buras, panchayat leaders and residents. Police stated that the drive against illicit cannabis cultivation would continue in the coming days. #TheSentinel #Cannabis #ArunachalPradesh

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has fined Britannia Rs 1 lakh for allegedly misleading consumers by advertising its bread as “100% whole wheat” despite containing only 62% wheat flour. The authority has also directed the company to immediately withdraw the advertisements across all media platforms. #TheSentinel #CCPA #Britannia

Dilip Bharali, the eldest maternal uncle of the late Devarshi Kashyap and Rinika Kashyap, has stated that he will take full responsibility for the two young children left orphaned by the shooting at Guwahati’s Hotel Bilas Inn. Speaking on the tragedy, Bharali mentioned that as the senior-most member of the family, he will ensure the children are cared for. The family is currently discussing the best permanent living arrangements and plans for the children, though a final decision is yet to be made. Five members of the same family—including businesswoman Helena Bharali, her son Devarshi, and daughter-in-law Rinika—were shot dead on Monday night by the hotel’s lessee, Ghanakanta Gogoi, following a dispute over rent and leasing agreements. #TheSentinel #Guwahati #FiringIncident

A major financial fraud has emerged in Assam’s Dibrugarh district, where a Post Office agent and two family members have been accused of misappropriating crores of rupees collected from account holders. The accused have been identified as Ratan Pal, Rajiv Pal, and Pallavi Dutta Pal, all members of the same family. According to the allegations, the trio collected instalments from customers for their various accounts but failed to deposit the money in the post office for several years. After the alleged fraud, the accused reportedly absconded, leaving hundreds of customers in distress. Several affected customers have now approached the police seeking legal action against the accused. #TheSentinel #Fraud #Dibrugarh

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has cautioned people against misinformation, warning that false information can create unnecessary fear and confusion. He highlighted how misleading videos and digitally altered content can spread rapidly across social media platforms in today’s digital age. Khandu urged people to verify the authenticity of information before believing or sharing it and to rely on credible sources. He stressed that responsible social media use is essential to prevent misinformation, maintain public trust and ensure that unverified content does not cause unnecessary panic among people. #TheSentinel #PemaKhandu #ArunachalPradesh

Questions are being raised over alleged police negligence after earlier cases against Ghanakanta Gogoi in Jorhat and Dibrugarh came to light following the recent murder case. On June 12, 2024, a complaint was reportedly filed against him at Pulibor Police Station in Jorhat for allegedly attempting to forcibly occupy a house where he was staying as a tenant. Gogoi was also accused of assaulting a young man while showing a pistol. Locals reportedly caught him and handed him over to the police. However, the then police personnel allegedly failed to register a case and released him within an hour instead of arresting him. At the time, Kiran Gogoi was the Officer-in-Charge of Pulibor Police Station, while Shwetank Mishra was the then Superintendent of Police in Jorhat. The incident has raised serious questions about the police response. The police could have seized the pistol and initiated steps to cancel Gogoi’s arms licence at that time. #TheSentinel #Guwahati #FiringIncident

The People’s Party of Arunachal (PPA) has sent a fact-finding team to the Arunachal Pradesh border with China amid growing tensions in the region. The committee’s visit comes amid reports that Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) troops allegedly attempted to restrict access to certain areas. The team is expected to gather information on the reported developments and assess the situation on the ground. Further details about the visit, the specific location and the findings of the fact-finding team have not yet been provided. #TheSentinel #PPA #ArunachalPradesh

The accused in the Hotel Bilas Inn firing case in Guwahati, Ghanakanta Gogoi, has reportedly confessed to opening fire on the 5 victims on Monday night. According to reports, Gogoi has claimed that he was attacked first by the victims and that he acted in self-defence. He also stated that he was injured on the head during the attack. However, no injury marks were allegedly visible on his head. The police have meanwhile recovered and seized the camera-attached glasses which Gogoi was wearing during the incident. They are expected to provide crucial evidence in the investigation. Five members of the same family lost their lives on Monday night after they were shot by Ghanakanta Gogoi, following a dispute. #TheSentinel #Guwahati #FiringIncident