Cachar Police intercepted a truck at Dholai, seizing 1,100 packets of ESSE GOLD cigarettes suspected to be smuggled from Myanmar. One individual was arrested, and an investigation is ongoing to trace the smuggling network behind the operation.
Cancer Screening Camp Organized for Armed Personnel at BN HQ, Kathal 🎗️🏥
Silchar Cancer Centre of Assam Cancer Care Foundation successfully conducted a cancer screening camp at BN HQ, Kathal, Cachar, benefiting armed personnel. The initiative aimed at early detection and awareness, ensuring better healthcare access for those serving the nation.”
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Assam Budget 2025-26: ₹700 Crore Allocated for Silchar Flyover 🚧🏗️
In a significant move to enhance urban infrastructure, the Assam government has allocated ₹700 crore for the construction of a new flyover in Silchar under the 2025-26 state budget. This project aims to alleviate traffic congestion, improve connectivity, and boost mobility in Barak Valley, marking a key milestone in Silchar’s urban development. Led by Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, the initiative is set to bring major relief to commuters and further strengthen the city’s infrastructure.
Assam Cabinet Announces Recipients of State’s Highest Civilian Awards.
The Assam Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, has announced the recipients of the state’s highest civilian honors—Assam Baibhav, Assam Saurav, and Assam Gaurav Awards—for 2025. Lt Gen Rana Pratap Kalita (Retd) will receive the prestigious Assam Baibhav Award for his exemplary contributions to national defense. The Assam Saurav and Assam Gaurav Awards will honor individuals from diverse fields, including science, arts, sports, and social work. The awards will be formally conferred on March 30, 2025, in a grand ceremony celebrating Assam’s brightest minds and dedicated contributors.
Tension Erupts at Silchar Gandhi Mela Over Alleged Obscene Dance Performance
“A tense situation unfolded at Silchar’s historic Gandhi Mela last night when an alleged obscene dance performance during the Chitrahar event sparked outrage among attendees… Many locals expressed their displeasure, stating that Gandhi Mela is a traditional fair and such performances should not be allowed.”
CBC FO Silchar Organizes Special Publicity Programme on Swachhta Hi Seva & Vikshit Bharat
The Central Bureau of Communication (CBC) Field Office in Silchar organized a special publicity programme at Irongmara Gram Panchayat, Cachar, Assam, focusing on Swachhta Hi Seva and Vikshit Bharat. The event, held in alignment with the International Day of Women, emphasized the role of women in fostering a cleaner and more developed India. Through community engagement and interactive sessions, the programme encouraged collective responsibility toward cleanliness and national progress.
RMC Northeast Wins Third Prize for Rajbhasha Promotion! 🇮🇳
“The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Northeast Region, has been awarded the Third Prize for its outstanding efforts in promoting Rajbhasha (Hindi) during the year 2023-24. The award was presented at the Joint Rajbhasha Conference for the Eastern and Northeastern regions, organized by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, Department of Official Language. This recognition underscores RMC Northeast’s dedication to fostering linguistic inclusivity and promoting the official language.”
Masum Ahmed Arrested in Hailakandi for ₹80 Lakh Fraud; West Bengal Police Attacked During Operation.
“A dramatic turn of events unfolded in Hailakandi’s Algapur on Thursday night when a special team from West Bengal Police faced a violent attack while attempting to arrest an accused in a large-scale financial fraud case. Two police personnel sustained serious injuries in the assault. The West Bengal Police team had arrived to apprehend Sharif Uddin Choudhury, the working president of AGP’s Hailakandi district unit, and his son Masum Choudhury, who were accused of defrauding ₹80 lakh. As the police attempted to take action, they were ambushed by Masum and a group of miscreants using sticks, bricks, and sharp weapons.”
Felicitation & Financial Aid for National Table Tennis Player Dibija Pal by AITC Cachar District Unit.
The Cachar District Unit of the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) recently honored national-level table tennis player Dibija Pal with a felicitation ceremony and financial assistance. Rajya Sabha MP and AITC National Spokesperson Sushmita Dev expressed her support for the athlete, emphasizing the need to back aspiring sportspersons. This gesture highlights AITC Assam’s commitment to fostering sports development and nurturing talent in Barak Valley.
NHIDCL to Develop Silchar-Jiribam Road at Rs 733 Crore
In a significant boost to regional connectivity, the Central Government has assigned the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd. (NHIDCL) the task of upgrading the Silchar-Jiribam road at an estimated cost of Rs 733 crore. This project aims to enhance road infrastructure in Barak Valley and facilitate smoother transportation to Manipur.
According to NHIDCL sources, an international competitive bidding process was initiated for the four-laning of a 13.09 km stretch of NH-37, extending from Silchar (near Budha Nagar) to Jiribam. The project falls under NH (Original)-NE and will be executed under the Hybrid Annuity Mode (HAM) on a Design, Build, Operate, and Transfer (DBOT Annuity) basis.
