Tensions flared in Deorail on Saturday when 23-year-old Bishakha Padhiyar was seen in suspicious circumstances with a youth from a different faith, sparking unrest among locals. The duo’s presence raised alarms, and they were quickly escorted to the local police stations for questioning. Authorities are investigating whether the meeting was with parental consent, while the situation has raised concerns over social harmony in the area.
The All India Mahila Congress has issued a 24-hour ultimatum to Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma demanding an apology for his controversial remarks on women, warning of legal action if he fails to respond.
BJP MLA Krishnendu Paul clarified that the Waqf Amendment Law is intended solely for the welfare and empowerment of the Muslim community, emphasizing transparency and equal access to government schemes during a public rally in Ratabari.
Radhamadhav College in Silchar awarded certificates to students completing industry-relevant diploma courses offered in collaboration with STech Finishing School, aiming to enhance employability through skill-based education in fields like IT, e-commerce, and digital marketing.
In preparation for the upcoming Panchayat elections, the administration has launched a special bus service for poll workers from the Inter-State Bus Terminal (ISBT) in Ramnagar, Silchar. Coordinated by the Silchar Traffic Police and the District Transport Officer (DTO), a total of 1,144 buses will operate, ensuring smooth transport to polling stations across various routes. With additional provisions like police escorts and water facilities on board, this initiative guarantees safe and timely movement for poll workers. Additional shuttle buses will also be available as needed.
Two prominent Kuki-Zo student bodies, the Zomi Students’ Federation (ZSF) and the Kuki Students’ Organisation (KSO), have called for a complete shutdown of educational institutions and businesses in parts of Manipur on May 3, marking the second anniversary of ethnic violence between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities.
The day will be observed with solemn acts of remembrance, including black flag displays, commemorative events, prayers, and gatherings at symbolic sites like the Martyrs’ Cemetery in Churachandpur. Meanwhile, the Indigenous Tribal Leaders’ Forum (ITLF) has named May 3 “Separation Day,” calling for reflection on the ongoing challenges faced by the Kuki-Zo communities. In the Imphal Valley, the Meitei organisation COCOMI and Federation of Civil Society Organisations (FOCS) will also commemorate the day, focusing on unity and deliberation on the state’s future.
A student from Ramkrishnanagar was allegedly drugged with an intoxicant-laced drink by an auto-rickshaw driver and left unconscious by the roadside. The incident has sparked public outrage and police have registered a case while searching for the accused.
The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a Rs 22,864 crore Greenfield High-Speed Corridor from Shillong to Silchar, spanning 166.80 km. This four-lane highway, built under Hybrid Annuity Mode, will connect Mawlyngkhung in Meghalaya to Panchgram in Assam, reducing travel time and boosting connectivity to Tripura, Mizoram, and Manipur. The corridor will enhance industrial growth, tourism, and logistics while decongesting NH-06, aligning with PM Gati Shakti and Atmanirbhar Bharat visions.
In a notable political shift, the Eastern Nagaland People’s Organisation (ENPO) has conditionally accepted the Centre’s proposal for a new administrative framework termed ‘Frontier Nagaland Territory’ (FNT). Representing six eastern districts — Mon, Tuensang, Longleng, Noklak, Shamator, and Kiphire — the ENPO has temporarily paused its long-standing demand for separate statehood due to the central government’s reluctance at this stage.
The organisation insists on full executive, legislative, and financial autonomy for the FNT, alongside enhanced fiscal allocations, additional parliamentary representation, and greater legislative authority under Article 371A. While this marks a temporary compromise, ENPO emphasizes that unresolved issues will be pursued through democratic processes, with a review of the arrangement within 10 years.
A recent directive from the Assam Education Department has left hundreds of students in non-affiliated private schools in crisis, as they are now barred from registering for HSLC and HS board exams through affiliated institutions. The move exposes regulatory gaps and raises concerns over the unchecked growth of unregulated schools across the state.
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