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Assam minister Bimal Borah has called for greater awareness and protection of fireflies, locally known as Junaki Poruwa. Reflecting on childhood memories, Borah said the soft glow of fireflies once transformed summer nights across Assam into a magical sight.

Maria Eduarda Rodrigues de Freitas, 21, died after falling from the "Skeleton Bridge" in Limeira, Brazil, during what she believed was a bungee jump. According to reports, the safety cord had not been attached before the jump.

A candlelight vigil was held in Shillong to express solidarity with the families of six Naga tribals who were allegedly abducted and killed in Manipur.

A cleanliness campaign in Assam's Cachar district has sparked controversy following allegations that a Swachhata Abhiyan at Ganirgram Hospital was staged mainly for photographs and publicity.

Security forces have continued search operations in the Dorimal forest area of Rajouri district in Jammu and Kashmir for the 23rd consecutive day under 'Operation Sherawali'.

Here are the top 10 news highlights from the past 24 hours you need to know, covering major national and international updates that shaped political, social, and economic narratives across regions. #TheSentinel #TopHeadlines #News

The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) has joined search operations for a girl reported missing in the Tuitha River in Churachandpur, Manipur.

The construction of a second rail-cum-road bridge over the Brahmaputra is set to improve connectivity between Guwahati, Assam and the rest of India.

The Assam government has announced fresh measures to strengthen infrastructure and accelerate development in Dibrugarh, highlighting the city's longstanding contribution to the state's growth story.

In a significant operation against illegal drug trafficking, Barpeta Road Police seized 20 containers of suspected narcotic substances and detained a suspect for questioning.

A large dry tree located beside National Highway 15 at Balipara in Assam’s Sonitpur district has raised safety concerns for pedestrians and commuters. #TheSentinel #Tree #Sonitpur

In a significant judgment, the accused in the Patgaon stray dog killing case under Kokrajhar Police jurisdiction has been sentenced to one year of imprisonment under Section 325 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). #TheSentinel #Dog #Imprisonment

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of five Indian Air Force personnel in the AN-32 transport aircraft accident at Jorhat Air Force Station in Assam. #TheSentinel #RajnathSingh #Aircraft

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of Indian Air Force personnel in the AN-32 aircraft crash at Jorhat. #TheSentinel #HimantaBiswaSarma #Aircraft

A unique portrait of Assamese music icon Zubeen Garg has gone viral online after being created using traditional ingredients such as rice flour (pithaguri) and sesame seeds (til). #TheSentinel #ZubeenGarg #Portrait

In a major crackdown on narcotics, Sivasagar Police have arrested six youths within 48 hours for their alleged involvement in drug-related activities. #TheSentinel #Drug #Sivasagar

Guwahati Police under the West Guwahati Police District (WGPD) have intercepted a vehicle near the Gorchuk Flyover and rescued three cattle. #TheSentinel #Cattle #Guwahati

Assam-born photojournalist Gitika Talukdar has been selected by FIFA to cover the 2026 Men’s World Cup, becoming the only Indian woman on the media list for the tournament. #TheSentinel #GitikaTalukdar #WorldCup

The Assam government has announced that payments under the Orunodoi scheme will be made on a regular basis from August onwards, ensuring continued financial support for beneficiaries. #TheSentinel #Orunodoi #HimantaBiswaSarma

A major multi-vehicle accident was reported on the Maharaj Prithu Flyover in Guwahati, Assam, after vehicles reportedly skidded on a slippery road surface. #TheSentinel #MaharajPrithuFlyover #Guwahati