Eighteen individuals have been arrested in Assam's Howraghat area following the deaths of a couple accused of witchcraft. The victims were reportedly attacked and burned alive in their home on December 30, 2025, by villagers who blamed them for local misfortunes. Police have registered a case under the Assam Witch Hunting Act and relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, including murder. Investigations are ongoing to identify the roles of all involved, with authorities emphasizing the need for increased awareness to combat superstition.