The onset of 2024 witnessed a series of unfortunate road accidents in different parts of Tripura, resulting in three fatalities and six injuries. According to officials, all six mishaps involved two-wheelers and occurred in South Tripura and Gomati districts.
Security forces are actively pursuing suspected Kuki militants responsible for attacking Manipur Police commandos on Saturday and Sunday, leaving five personnel seriously injured. Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh expressed concern over the incidents, announcing that a delegation would soon travel to Delhi to update central leaders on the state's current situation.
Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday informed that Guwahati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) will very soon be transformed into an iconic hospital in the region, and for that, the state government would spend Rs 40,000 crore.
On the first day of the New Year, Manipur witnessed a surge in violence as armed attackers in Thoubal district killed four people and injured 14 others, according to the police. The incident occurred at Lilong Chingjao, where armed assailants opened fire on Monday evening following a dispute over the coercive collection of ransom from the local residents.
Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma commended Director General of Police, LR Bishnoi and the entire Meghalaya Police for their commendable efforts resulting in a triumphant start to 2024.
As the nation embraced the dawn of a new year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed warm wishes to the citizens, expressing hope for prosperity, peace, and excellent health in 2024.