“In Assam’s Cachar district, a devastating road accident claimed the lives of three family members—a father, mother, and their 7-year-old child—while two other minors are in critical condition. The incident occurred on Thursday in the Ramnagar area near Tarapur, Silchar, when a speeding truck collided with their autorickshaw. The victims were residents of Srikona, traveling from ISBT towards Tarapur. The police have launched an investigation into reckless driving as a possible cause.”
On the afternoon of Eid, a ride turned fatal for Firdaus Alam on the Silchar Ramnagar bypass. A head-on collision with a scooter resulted in his immediate death, while the two scooter riders sustained severe injuries. Police arrived at the scene, sending the injured to Silchar Medical College and recovering Alam’s body, leaving behind a grieving family who has lost their only son.
A formal complaint has been filed against Professor Mahmood Ansari of the Economics Department at Assam University, Silchar, following allegations of verbal abuse, caste-based discrimination, and threats against maintenance workers. The incident, which occurred on March 12, 2025, at the professor’s official residence, reportedly involved aggressive and offensive remarks towards workers carrying out maintenance under an Annual Maintenance Contract. According to the complaint, Professor Ansari insulted the workers, including making derogatory comments about their caste and the people of Barak Valley.
The situation escalated when he allegedly targeted a worker from a Scheduled Caste background with a slur, detained them inside his residence, and threatened them with physical harm. Despite a formal complaint lodged with the university by the workers’ contractor, no action has been taken by Assam University, leading the workers to approach the police for an FIR under the Indian Penal Code and the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.
In a significant operation on Tuesday, Assam Police seized 66,000 Yaba tablets worth Rs. 20 crore in Cachar district. Acting on reliable intelligence, a police team raided the residence of Md Dil Bahar in Raj Gobindpur, Baga, and discovered the drugs hidden in the false ceiling. The tablets contained a psychotropic substance, and authorities believe they were smuggled from a neighboring state. This operation follows another major drug seizure in South Salmara Mankachar district, underscoring the state’s commitment to tackling drug trafficking.
A silver oil lamp was discovered by municipal workers during drain cleaning in Silchar’s Nutanpatty area, sparking curiosity among locals, with many speculating about its historical or religious significance, police have taken custody of the lamp for examination, authorities are investigating its origins, while residents eagerly await official confirmation.
On 19 March 2025, Assam Rifles seized a substantial cache of Yaba tablets worth ₹2.97 crores in Silchar, Assam. This significant recovery marks a major victory in the region’s fight against drug trafficking, showcasing Assam Rifles’ ongoing efforts to disrupt narcotics networks and ensure the safety of local communities.
Cachar Police, acting on a tip-off, intercepted an e-rickshaw at Krishnapur Part II under Silchar Police Station and seized 38 kg of cannabis worth ₹30 lakh. Three drug peddlers were arrested in connection with the case. Authorities continue their crackdown on the illegal drug trade in Assam.
An awareness program on pesticide residues in tea was held on March 11, 2025, at Bhubandhar Tea Estate, Dholai Bazar, Cachar, by the Commissionerate of Food Safety, Assam. The initiative aimed to educate tea cultivators on safe agricultural practices to ensure healthier tea production and address the risks of pesticide use, promoting food safety and public health in Assam’s tea industry.
“The National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd. (NHIDCL) has been tasked with the four-laning of the Silchar-Jiribam stretch of NH-37, with an estimated investment of ₹733 crore. This 13.09 km project will enhance connectivity between Assam and Manipur and is set to be developed under the Hybrid Annuity Mode (HAM) on a Design, Build, Operate, and Transfer (DBOT Annuity) basis. The initiative is a significant step towards improving road infrastructure in Barak Valley and boosting cross-border connectivity.”
“In a major anti-narcotics operation, Cachar Police successfully intercepted a large drug shipment in Assam, seizing 98,000 Yaba tablets worth ₹30 crore along with ₹3.5 lakh in cash. The operation, conducted in Chandrapur Part II, Kakmara, under the jurisdiction of Lakhipur Police Station, led to the arrest of one suspect. Authorities are continuing their investigation to uncover the full extent of the drug smuggling network.”
Barak Bolchhe!
