Prime Minister Narendra Modi's BJP party has won a historic victory in Assam, securing 60 out of 126 seats in the state's assembly elections. This triumph is significant as Assam has been governed by Congress since 2001. The BJP's alliance with local parties focused on tribal rights and opposition to illegal migration played a key role in their success. In contrast, the Congress party won only 25 seats and was defeated in other states, including Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and West Bengal, although it managed to win in the Union Territory of Pondicherry. This victory comes after the BJP's setbacks in regional elections in Delhi and Bihar.
A tragic incident occurred on Sunday when an Indian Coast Guard Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv crashed during a routine training mission in Porbandar, Gujarat. The crash, which took place at the Coast Guard Air Enclave, claimed the lives of three crew members, including the two pilots. According to officials, the helicopter experienced technical difficulties at around 12:10 pm, leading to the crash. All three crew members were initially rushed to a hospital in critical condition, but despite efforts, they succumbed to their injuries. Two were declared dead upon arrival, while the third died later. The crash, which occurred near the runway, caused a fire that was quickly contained by emergency services. The incident follows recent upgrades to the ALH fleet, which were intended to address previous safety concerns. The Indian Coast Guard is currently investigating the cause of the crash.