Guwahati, Jan. 26 -- The United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA - Independent) has claimed responsibility for a series of IED (Improvised Explosive Device) blasts across Guwahati, including explosions near Lalmati and Beharbari, as part of their protest against India's Republic Day celebrations on Sunday.

However, sources have since clarified that no IED explosion occurred in the Rehabari area.

The day began with a mysterious explosion at DV Parking in Beharbari around 8 AM. Parking staff reported the blast, which filled the area with smoke and dust.

They suspect a bomb-like object had been left at the location before the explosion. The Guwahati police have yet to issue an official statement on the matter, and investigations are ongoing...