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Allegations of large-scale illegal clay mining have been reported from the Doloigaon area in Assam’s Bajali district, where the banks of the Pahumara River are said to be exploited without proper authorisation. Local sources indicate that multiple operators are extracting ordinary clay from the riverbed without obtaining the mandatory environmental clearances. This activity persists despite strict regulations governing minor mineral extraction in the region.

Meghalaya Co-operative Apex Bank Limited (MEGCAB) is inviting applications for the recruitment of various technical positions, including the post of Engineer (Civil), in 2026. There is one vacancy available for the Engineer (Civil) role. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply as per the specified criteria.

The investigation into the harvesting of tusks from a domesticated elephant in Assam’s Lakhipather area under the Digboi Forest Division is ongoing. Forest authorities have summoned the elephant’s owner, Hunjoy Duaniya, and caretaker, Latu Moran, for questioning. Officials from the Lakhipather Range are reviewing procedural lapses, including the alleged failure to inform the jurisdictional ranger about the incident.

Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU) in Arunachal Pradesh is inviting applications for various administrative roles in 2026. Eligible candidates can apply for the posts of Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Project Assistant (PA), and Office Assistant (OA) as part of a time-bound research and development project.

The Manipur government has lifted the temporary restrictions on mobile internet, data services, and VPN use in five districts: Imphal West, Imphal East, Thoubal, Kakching, and Bishnupur. The decision was made after reassessing the law and order situation and considering the difficulties faced by residents. Authorities had initially imposed a three-day restriction on April 7 in these districts, citing serious concerns. The measures were recently withdrawn as conditions improved and in response to public hardship.

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is inviting applications from eligible candidates for 16 vacant posts across various departments and organisations of the Government of India in 2026.

Available positions include Assistant Keeper in the Anthropological Survey among other professional roles. Interested candidates should refer to official notifications for detailed job descriptions and eligibility criteria.

The Green-Tech Foundation Meghalaya has strengthened its opposition to the proposed luxury tourism development on Lumpongdeng Island in Umiam. The organisation expressed concern that the 60-year lease of the environmentally sensitive island could result in corporate exploitation.

The protest specifically targets the planned five-star resort and spa project, as well as the reported transfer of approximately 66 acres of land for the development. Activists warn that the project poses significant ecological threats to the region.

Bharat Petroleum has invited applications for 250 vacancies in various positions for the year 2026. The company is recruiting eligible candidates for the posts of Junior Executives, Associates and Senior Executives.

The positions include Junior Executive (Engineering) with 175 vacancies available. Details regarding qualifications and experience requirements were also provided.

BTC Chief Hagrama Mohilary announced on Saturday that the Bodoland Territorial Council will seek a comprehensive report from the Forest Department concerning the recent incidents of violence in Runikhata, Chirang district. Addressing the media in Dhaligaon, he stated, “law and order matters fall under the state government, not BTC, and therefore any further action” would be determined accordingly.

Dr B Borooah Cancer Institute (BBCI) in Guwahati, Assam, is inviting applications from eligible candidates for various scientific positions in 2026. The recruitment includes the post of Project Research Scientist-I (Medical) on a contractual basis for the extramural research project titled “Taskforce on Establishment of Reference Intervals”.

Interested candidates should refer to BBCI Guwahati for further details.