A 23-year-old youth attempting to steal from a hardware shop in Bhaga was caught by locals and handed over to the police after being roughed up. The attempted theft, which occurred late Tuesday night, has raised concerns over rising petty crime and vigilantism in the area.
Frequent power outages in Katigorah are wreaking havoc on daily life, with residents enduring 5 to 8 hour blackouts each day. Students, traders, and medical patients bear the brunt, while APDCL remains unresponsive. Civil society groups are gearing up for protests if the crisis continues.
Despite ₹1.5 crore being sanctioned nearly two years ago, Borkhola’s bridge project remains incomplete, sparking anger among residents. Locals allege fund misappropriation and administrative neglect, demanding urgent accountability from PWD officials and threatening protests if action isn’t taken soon.
Allegations of corruption have rocked Kalain’s Education Department, as locals accuse officials of misusing development funds meant for school infrastructure and midday meals. Poor classroom conditions and missing amenities persist, despite official reports claiming fund utilization. Citizens demand a probe into the financial irregularities.
Public services across India are set to face major disruptions on Wednesday as over 25 crore workers from diverse sectors—including banking, insurance, coal mining, construction, and transportation—prepare to join a nationwide general strike. Called by a coalition of 10 central trade unions and supported by farmers’ and rural workers’ organizations, the strike is a protest against what unions describe as the government’s “anti-worker, anti-farmer, and pro-corporate policies.” Essential services like banking, postal operations, and public transport are expected to be hit hard. The unions have accused the government of ignoring their 17-point charter of demands, which includes calls for job creation, withdrawal of new labour codes, and protection against privatisation. With mass mobilisations planned in both urban and rural areas, this action marks one of the largest coordinated protests in recent years.
The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has submitted its preliminary report on the Air India flight AI171 crash to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, outlining initial findings from the tragic June 12 accident in Ahmedabad. The report, based on early analysis of flight data, crew actions, weather conditions, and mechanical performance, highlights key observations but stops short of definitive conclusions as the full investigation continues. Preliminary indications point to a possible dual-engine failure shortly after takeoff, a scenario investigators are closely examining. The AAIB’s inquiry, supported by experts from the Indian Air Force, HAL, Boeing, GE, and the US National Transportation Safety Board, relies on data recovered from both black boxes at India’s new AAIB Lab in Delhi. The preliminary findings will also be shared with international aviation bodies, while a comprehensive final report is expected in the coming months.
The Manipur High Court has directed the National Investigation Agency (NIA) to submit a detailed progress report on the investigation into the November 2024 killings in Jiribam district, where six Meitei community members—including three women and three children—were brutally murdered. Expressing concern over the lack of progress and the absence of a chargesheet more than seven months after the incident, the court emphasized the urgency of the probe and accountability for those responsible. The next hearing is scheduled for July 24, as the court seeks to ensure justice for the victims and their families.
The monsoon’s fury has turned the journey from Guwahati to Silchar into a test not just of patience, but of privilege. With landslides and floods severing both road and rail links, hundreds remain stranded—including students unable to afford the only remaining option: sky-high airfare. Flights that once cost Rs 4,000 now exceed Rs 13,000, making a one-hour trip within Assam more expensive than flying to Dubai or Bangkok. For many, especially students and families, the cost of returning home has become an impossible burden. This crisis exposes not only the region’s fragile infrastructure but also the deep-rooted marginalisation of Northeast India, where access to one’s own hometown is now a luxury. As roads remain blocked and railway workers toil to restore connections, the people of Barak Valley wait—not just for the weather to clear, but for real solutions and attention to their plight.
On 6th July 2025, Assam Rifles held a meeting with 78 shopkeepers and business community members from Jakuradhar, Madhopur, Narayanpur, Harinagar, and Durgapur in Jiribam District, Manipur. The discussion focused on preventing the movement of illegal goods via vehicles and the Barak River, vehicle checks to curb illegal substances, and promoting real-time information sharing. This initiative aims to foster cooperation, enhance security, and support responsible business practices in the region.
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal announced that the Kaladan Multimodal Transit Transport Project, a crucial infrastructure initiative linking India and Myanmar, is expected to be fully operational by 2027. The project will reduce the travel distance between Aizawl and Kolkata by approximately 700 km, significantly improving connectivity between the Northeast and the rest of India. Sonowal highlighted that the Sittwe Port in Myanmar is already ready for use, with remaining work focused on establishing road connectivity to Aizawl. The government is investing Rs. 1,000 crore in developing the waterway segment, with other infrastructure handled by relevant agencies. Emphasizing the Northeast’s role as a future commercial gateway to South and Southeast Asia, Sonowal stated that robust transport infrastructure is key to regional economic growth and stronger trade ties with Southeast Asia.
Barak Bolchhe!
