A major fire broke out at the Pangram Distribution Substation, rapidly spreading from PTR-1 to PTR-3. Emergency teams from Udharbond Fire Station were immediately dispatched as APDCL coordinated efforts to control the flames and minimize infrastructure damage.
In a major anti-narcotics breakthrough, Assam Rifles and DRI recovered heroin worth ₹22.73 crore during a high-speed operation in Kabuganj, Cachar. The joint action marks a significant step in the fight against narco-trafficking in Northeast India.
The Barak Democratic Front (BDF) and Barak Nabnirman Sena (BNS) have filed an FIR against Professor Prasanta Chakraborty for allegedly calling the people of Barak Valley “spineless” and making contentious comments about Assam University’s origins. The groups waited a month for an apology, but receiving none, proceeded with legal action, emphasizing their consistent stand against such remarks.
A teenage girl from Kanakpur, Lakhipur LAC, tragically died from a snakebite after her family initially relied on traditional healers instead of seeking immediate medical care. The delay proved fatal as she passed away before reaching the hospital.
A high-level electoral coordination meeting was held at the Cachar DC Office under the leadership of ADC (Election) Shri Dhubrajyoti Pathak and Election Officer Shri Masi Topno. The meeting focused on voter list updates, removal of deceased voters, and monthly coordination with registrars to maintain electoral transparency.
In response to the intense and ongoing heatwave, the Cachar district administration has revised school timings for all government and private institutions, effective June 11, 2025. The measure, taken to ensure student safety and comfort during high temperatures, applies across L.P., U.P., and High Schools, with classes now commencing from 7:30 AM and ending earlier than usual.
Silchar recorded a high of 34°C on June 10 amid rising humidity and declining rainfall. IMD forecasts light rain from June 11 onward, with thunderstorms expected by June 15.
BJP-AGP alliance fields Kanad Purkayastha and Birendra Prasad for Rajya Sabha from Assam. The nominations were filed in the presence of top NDA leaders at Gopinath Bordoloi Bhawan, Dispur.
Guardian Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah, along with Cabinet Minister Kaushik Rai and Cachar MLAs, reviewed the Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyan via VC, reaffirming the government’s focus on empowering women entrepreneurs.
In light of rising temperatures, Assam’s Education Minister Ranoj Pegu has advised all District Commissioners to revise school timings based on local conditions as a heat-mitigation measure.
Barak Bolchhe!
