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.
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.
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 major crackdown by Cachar Police under the leadership of Hon’ble CM Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, drugs worth ₹20 Crore were seized in Meherpur, Silchar. The operation resulted in the confiscation of 386g of heroin and 60,000 Yaba tablets, with one peddler arrested. This successful operation highlights Assam’s continued efforts to combat the growing drug menace and ensures a drug-free future for the region.
A missing child from Hailakandi, Assam, was found at Mumbai’s Lokmanya Tilak Terminal and safely brought back home with assistance from Mumbai Police and a team led by ASI Pinak Dutta.
A joint training session for Civil and Police Zonal and Sector Officers was held today at ISTT, Silchar, as part of preparations for Panchayat Election 2025. Senior officials briefed officers on their roles and responsibilities, followed by foundational training to ensure a smooth electoral process.
Two individuals, including a senior Excise Department official, lost their lives in separate road accidents on Sunday night in Silchar, prompting renewed concerns over road safety in the region.
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