Violent protests over alleged illegal non-tribal settlements in Assam’s Karbi Anglong region have resulted in two deaths and dozens injured. Tensions over land rights escalated, leading to clashes between tribal protesters and security forces. The state government has imposed restrictions and suspended mobile internet services.

The security grid has flagged risks from terror modules and lone-wolf actors, possible attempts at high-impact attacks on crowded public events, processions & iconic installations

PM Modi hailed the successful LVM3-M6 launch as a major boost to India’s youth-driven space programme, stressing its role in strengthening future missions like Gaganyaan.