The separatist group ULFA executed two people in Myanmar for being spies of the Indian government.
The earlier ceasefire was to be expired today
Peace threatens to erupt in Assam—on the back of a budding chumminess between new CM Himanta and underground ULFA commander Paresh Barua. Can the devil in the detail be tamed?
Contrary to popular perception, the law has necessary checks and balances. And the Army needs it to be effective in conflict zones.
The Chief Minister said that there is a need to protect the fragile biodiversity of the region but at the same time many livelihoods are dependent on mining.
Himanta Biswa Sarma had invited Barua to hold talks with the government and give peace a chance soon after becoming chief minister in May.
.jpg "Security personnel escorting ONGC official Ritul Saikia after his release, in Nagaland's Mon district.")
Television channels showed a large crowd of people waiting for Ritul Saikia and as soon as he arrived emotions ran free.
ONGC employee Ritul Saikia's reported release had come under a cloud with no concrete information available.
Paresh Barua assured abducted ONGC official Ritul Saikia would be home in four days, after Himanta Biswa Sarma's appeal.
Ulfa leader Paresh Barua waxes eloquent on Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma saying he is a bold and courageous leader.
The two other employees, Alakesh Saikia and Mohini Mohan Gogoi were rescued by security forces after an encounter with the abductors on April 24 in the...
What does a militant outfit do when it is tired, driven into hiding across the border, and without relevance or funds? Well, a few kidnappings have always been...
Jibon Moran returned home after Ulfa let him go for his failing health
According to the DGP, self-styled ULFA (I) commander's gun man, identified as Padum Rai, has been arrested and weapons seized from his possession.
Meanwhile, residents of Titabor in Jorhat district and some groups have demanded information on Ritul within 24 hours failing which they would disrupt ONGC's...
Rajkhowa is known to be close to Ulfa-I chief Paresh Barua
The 'disturb area' tag was last extended starting August 28, 2019, citing the “sensitive matter” of publication of the National Register of Citizens (NRC).
One of Paresh Barua’s childhood friends, who 'disappeared' in April 2018, is said to be acting as the intermediary between the ULFA and the Centre.
Around 90% Of Assam militants who laid down arms in front of CM Sarbananda Sonowal came from lesser-known outfits
The Union Home Ministry says it has not asked the Assam government to conduct any inquiry against some editors who are opposed to the Citizenship Bill as...
There are unconfirmed reports of dozens of youngsters joining ULFA, underscoring fears that the militant organisation, almost written off as dead and gone,...
Five people were killed at around 7 pm on Thursday in Bishnoimukh village near Dhola-Sadiya bridge in Tinsukia district.
