NSCN (Akato) militant surrenders in Arunachal
Itanagar (PTI): A militant belonging to the banned NSCN (Akato) outfit has surrendered before security forces in Arunachal Pradesh's Tirap district, an official statement said.
The surrendered operative has been identified as 23-year-old self-styled 'sergeant' Inno Mosha Pangsa.
A resident of Nagaland's Tuensang district, Pangsa joined the organisation on April 19, 2022.
During the surrender at Khonsa on Sunday, the insurgent handed over one .32 calibre pistol, four cartridges and a walkie-talkie radio set with a charger, it said.
The surrendered militant was handed over to the Khonsa Police for further action.
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46 domestic LPG cylinders used for commercial purpose seized in Yadgir
Yadgir (Karnataka) (PTI): Authorities have seized 46 domestic LPG cylinders that were allegedly being used for commercial purposes in hotels during a special inspection drive in the city, officials said on Friday.
The cylinders were seized on Thursday by officials of the Food and Civil Supplies Department after inspecting several hotels, they said.
Deputy Commissioner Harshal Bhoyar told PTI that the domestic cylinders were being used for commercial activities instead of household cooking, which violates the Essential Commodities Act and LPG supply rules.
"In total, 46 such LPG cylinders meant for domestic use that were diverted for commercial usage were seized during the special drive.
He urged residents not to panic about a shortage of domestic LPG in the district," he said.
Bhoyar said the administration will continue such special drives to check the illegal use of LPG cylinders and strict action will be taken if cylinders meant for household use are diverted.
He also said efforts are being made to ensure smooth supply of LPG cylinders for domestic use and discussions are underway with distributors.
He assured the public that the situation is under control and there is adequate supply to meet household demand.
