ACKHSA condemns Prasanta Chakrabortys statement on Assam University origins
Guwahati: The All Cachar Karimganj Hailakandi Students Association (ACKHSA) has strongly condemned a controversial statement made by Prasanta Chakraborty, General Secretary of Bangla Sahitya Sabha, Assam, regarding the origins of Assam University, Silchar. During a public address at the university on May 19, Chakraborty claimed that the university was established as a result of the [] The post ACKHSA condemns Prasanta Chakrabortys statement on Assam University origins appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam BJP prepares groundwork for 2026 polls
The party resolves to maintain the winning streak in the upcoming elections, including those for the Bodoland Territorial Council and the Silchar Municipal Corporation
Haflong-Silchar NH-27 becomes nightmare for commuters
The All Assam Manipuri Youths Association AAMYA has appealed to all Manipuri civil society organisations in Assam to refrain from launching protests concerning the demand for establishment of a Manipuri Autonomous Council in Assam without the consent of AAMYA Speaking to the media persons at a press meet held at Silchar Press Club, AAMYA chief advisor, Ksh Kundal said that while launching any form of agitation, CSOs of Assam must be very clear about their stance or motive Source The Sangai Express
NIT Silchar Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline for 01 Posts
NIT Silchar Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2025 Notification Out! NIT Silchar has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Junior Research Fellow posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official NIT Silchar website. The last date to submit the application form is 25-05-2025.
Assam police seize heroin worth Rs 3.16 crore, one arrested
Guwahati: Acting on confidential intelligence, Assam Police on Sunday seized a significant quantity of heroin weighing 395.67 grams, estimated to be worth Rs 3.16 crore in the illicit market and arrested one drug peddler following the seizure. Sources indicates that the police intercepted a vehicle traveling from Silchar to Guwahati and successfully recovered the significant [] The post Assam police seize heroin worth Rs 3.16 crore, one arrested appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam Career : Assam University Silchar Recruitment 2025
Applications are invited for recruitment of various project based positions or career in Assam University Silchar in 2025. Assam University Silchar is inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to the posts or career of Project Associate (1) in 2025 under the sponsored research project of Department of Science and Technology (DST), Govt. of India [] The post Assam Career : Assam University Silchar Recruitment 2025 appeared first on NorthEast Now .
NIT Silchar Technical Assistant Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline
TheNational Institute of Technology Silchar (NIT Silchar) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Technical Assistant posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official NIT Silchar website. The last date to submit the application form is 23-05-2025.
Assam: Air India suspends operations to Silchar Airport from June
Guwahati: Air India has announced the suspension of all operations to and from Silchar Airport of Assam with the final flight scheduled for May 31, 2025. This marks the conclusion of nearly 70 years of service, beginning in 1955 when Indian Airlines first introduced air connectivity to the Barak Valley region. While the airline has [] The post Assam: Air India suspends operations to Silchar Airport from June appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam Career : Apply for Technical Assistant job in NIT Silchar
Applications are invited for recruitment of various technical positions or career in NIT Silchar Assam. National Institute of Technology (NIT) Silchar Assam is inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to the posts or career of Technical Assistant for XRD Central Facility. The National Institute of Technology Silchar came into being in 1967 as a [] The post Assam Career : Apply for Technical Assistant job in NIT Silchar appeared first on NorthEast Now .
NIT Silchar opens recruitment for non-teaching posts
The recruitment includes both general and backlog vacancies in various categories. The post NIT Silchar opens recruitment for non-teaching posts appeared first on Fusion - WeRIndia .
Centre sanctions Rs 22,864 cr four-lane high-speed corridor
166.80-km highway to connect Mawlyngkhung to Panchgram NEW DELHI/GUWAHATI/SHILLONG, April 30: The Centre on Wednesday formally approved one of the single biggest greenfield four-lane high speed road corridors between Shillong and Silchar at a whopping cost of Rs 22,864 crore benefitting not only Meghalaya and Assam but also neighbouring Mizoram and Tripura. The Cabinet Committee [] The post Centre sanctions Rs 22,864 cr four-lane high-speed corridor appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Rs 22,800 crore project linking Silchar & Shillong gets Cabinet nod
Cabinet Raises Sugarcane Fair Price By 4.41% For 202526
The cabinet has also approved the development of a 166.8-km greenfield high-speed corridor from Mawlyngkhung near Shillong in Meghalaya to Panchgram near Silchar in Assam.
Cabinet approves Shillong-Silchar highway project at an estimated cost of 22,864 crore
An official statement said upon completion, the Shillong-Silchar Corridor will play a pivotal role in regional economic growth, improving connectivity between Guwahati, Shillong, Silchar, Imphal, Aizawl and Agartala
The Union Cabinet has approved a sugarcane price of Rs 355 per quintal for the 2025 season, ensuring farmers receive Rs 329.05/qtl even with lower sugar recovery. Additionally, a Rs 22,864 crore highway project connecting Shillong to Silchar was cleared, aiming to significantly boost connectivity and economic development in the Northeast region by reducing travel times and improving logistics.
NIT Silchar Technical Manager Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline for 01 Posts Before May 15
TheNational Institute of Technology Silchar (NIT Silchar) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Technical Manager posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official NIT Silchar website. The last date to submit the application form is 15-05-2025.
Assam CM warns NSA action for 'pro-Pakistan' posts, 11 held so far
GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Saturday that three more persons were apprehended for their alleged pro-Pakistan stand in the wake of the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, taking the total number of such arrests in the northeastern state to 11. He also said that if required, these people will be booked under the National Security Act (NSA). There are no similarities between Bharat and Pakistan. The two countries are enemy nations and we must remain like that, Sarma told reporters on the sidelines of a programme at the state BJP office here. He said that a leader of Krishak Mukti Sangram Samiti was apprehended on Friday for his 'anti-India comment' and anyone who takes such a stand will be arrested. If required, we will impose provisions of NSA on them. We are examining all (social media) posts, and action will be taken against those who, we feel, are anti-national, the chief minister asserted. Sarma, in a post on X, said one person was held in the Sribhumi district on Friday night. He said the accused had posted 'Pakistan Zindabad' on Facebook. In another post on social media, he said two more persons have been arrested on similar charges in Cachar district. Cachar Police has arrested two more individuals for posting content supporting Pakistan on social media, he said. Two persons, including opposition AIUDF MLA Aminul Islam, were apprehended on Thursday, while six more arrests across the state were made on Friday, Sarma had said. Assam will not tolerate any individual who, directly or indirectly, supports or defends Pakistan in connection with the heinous attack in Pahalgam, he said in a post on social media on Friday. Of the persons arrested earlier, two are from Silchar in Cachar district and one each from Hailakandi, Morigaon, Nagaon, Sivasagar, Barpeta and Biswanath, he added. Terrorists struck Baisaran, a prime tourist location in Pahalgam in south Kashmir on Tuesday, killing at least 26 people, mostly tourists, and injuring several others.
Assam cops arrest seven over alleged offensive social media posts on Pahalgam terror attack
GUWAHATI: The Assam Police on Friday arrested seven individuals for allegedly posting offensive content on social media in connection with the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives. The individuals were identified as Md Jabir Hussain from Hailakandi, Md AK Bahauddin and Md Javed Mazumder (both from Silchar), Md Mahahar Mia alias Md Mujihirul Islam (Morigaon), Md Sahil Ali (Sivasagar), Md Jarif Ali, also known as Sharif Sing (Barpeta), and Anil Bania (Biswanath). Bania, who serves as the district secretary of Satra Mukti Sangram Parishad, a students' body, was among those arrested. Hussain is a journalist, while Bahauddin is a student at Assam University in Silchar. Mazumder is reportedly a lawyer. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma asserted that the individuals had been arrested for what he claimed was directly or indirectly promoting the cause of Pakistan on social media. He added that further arrests were expected as part of an ongoing crackdown. Assam will not tolerate any individual who, directly or indirectly, supports or defends Pakistan in connection with the heinous attack in Pahalgam, Biswa Sarma said. Meanwhile, an MLA from the opposition All India United Democratic Front, Aminul Islam, was arrested on Thursday for allegedly linking the BJP-led central government to the Pahalgam attack. In Meghalaya, police arrested a 30-year-old man for praising the terror attack. The accused, Simon Shylla from East Khasi Hills, had reportedly posted anti-national comments on Facebook. The United Meitei-Pangal Committee, an organisation representing Meitei Pangal Muslims in Manipur, condemned the Pahalgam attack and called for urgent and decisive action to bring the perpetrators to justice. Terrorism has no place in a civilised society. Such violence only weakens the fabric of our diverse nation and attempts to derail peace and communal harmony, the organisation stated. As a mark of solidarity with the victims and to condemn the attack, the organisation urged attendees of Fridays prayers to wear a black ribbon. Let this be a symbol of our collective grief, unity, and firm stand against terror and violence in any form, the organisation added.
NIT Silchar Project Associate I Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline for 01 Posts Before May 07
TheNational Institute of Technology Silchar (NIT Silchar) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Project Associate I posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official NIT Silchar website. The last date to submit the application form is 07-05-2025.
Guwahati Diary: CM Sarma leading from the front, says actor Mithun
CM Sarma leading from the front: Mithun While in Silchar to attend a cultural festival organised by the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad last week, veteran actor and BJP stalwart Mithun Chakraborty delivered a strong endorsement of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The actor-turned-politician described Sarma as a leader with a spine. Assam has got a strong chief minister who is leading the state from the front, he said. The Dadasaheb Phalke Award recipient also took potshots at the West Bengal government, saying, While appeasement politics exists in many places to some extent, in West Bengal, it has spiralled out of control. Bhutanese Kings day out in Assam The King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, recently paid a visit to Indias first-ever international multi-modal logistics park in Assam being constructed as part of the Bharatmala Project. The park being developed by National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd will integrate road, rail, air and waterways. Spread across 317 acres on the banks of the Brahmaputra, the project is set to unlock immense economic potential for Assam by facilitating trade with Bhutan and Bangladesh. The strategic proximity of Bhutans urban development initiative The Gelephu Mindfulness City will contribute to its success. Record: 169 mn kg of tea sold in 202425 The Guwahati Tea Auction Centre (GTAC) has set a new record by selling 169.13 million kg of tea in the financial year 202425 at an average price of Rs 227.7 per kg. This marked an increase from 166.34 million kg sold in the previous financial year at an average price of Rs 183.2 per kg a notable rise of Rs 44.50 per kg. Dinesh Bihani, secretary, Guwahati Tea Auction Buyers Association, said, The total sales turnover for the fiscal year is estimated to be around Rs 3,851 crore. He said Bought Leaf Factories also enjoyed strong and remunerative pricing throughout the year, with a line of Bejopathar teas being sold at Rs 471 per kg. Prasanta mazumdar Our correspondent in Guwahati prasantamazumdar@newindianexpress.com
Seven held for clashing with police during anti-Waqf Act protest in Assam's Silchar
Protest march was taken out on April 13 without permission towards Silchar town and the agitators threw stones at the police with the latter resorting to a mild lathi charge, said SP Numal Mahatta
Wont allow any anti-Waqf protest: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday said his government would not allow any protest or demonstration on the streets of the state against the contentious Waqf (Amendment) Act. The matter is in the Supreme Court. If anyone has anything to say in its favour or against it, he or she can approach the apex court. It will be properly discussed there by the judges, Sarma told the media. If some people take to the roads opposing the Act, others supporting it will also take to the roads. There will be a fight then. But we dont want any fight or conflict in Assam. We all must maintain our brotherly relationship and take the state forward, Sarma said. He said he had nothing to say if somebody was opposing or supporting the Act, but nobody would be allowed to hit the streets. Asked if he will invite the leaders of All Assam Minorities Students Union (AAMSU) for talks, the chief minister reiterated that the organisation could go to the Supreme Court. Last Wednesday, scores of protestors were detained by the police in different parts of central and western Assam when they were heading to Guwahati to stage a demonstration against the Waqf (Amendment) Act. The AAMSU was the organiser of the demonstration. Then, on Sunday, a rally against the Act turned violent in southern Assams Silchar town in Cachar district. The protestors had resorted to stone pelting when the police tried to disperse them.
Silchar protesters hurl stones at cops, get lathi charged
Protests against Waqf Act turn violent in Assam's Cachar
Protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act turned violent in Cachar district of Assam on Sunday, with protesters throwing stones at police and the police using batons to disperse the crowd. The incident occurred in Berenga area of Silchar town where around 300-400 people protested without permission. The Cachar district administration imposed prohibitory measures across the district under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) to prevent further unrest. The order prohibits gatherings of five or more people without permission, carrying weapons, organizing protests, and traffic disruptions.
Assam: Clashes between Waqf protesters, police in Silchar town
Clashes erupted in Silchar, Assam, between police and protesters opposing the Waqf Amendment Act, just a day after the Chief Minister claimed minimal opposition. Demonstrators, numbering 300-400, blocked roads and threw stones, leading to a police lathi-charge and the registration of a case. Similar protests and violence were reported in Tripura, highlighting unrest despite prior assurances of peace.
Assam gets Northeasts first onco-robotic surgery facility
GUWAHATI: Ahead of the month-long celebration of Bohag Bihu, also known as Rongali Bihu, Assam on Sunday got the Northeasts first-ever onco-robotic surgery facility at the Guwahati Medical College and Hospital. The state government procured the Rs 14.99 crore cutting-edge robotic surgery machine under the National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases and Stroke scheme of the central government. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said similar facilities were coming up in Silchar and Dibrugarh. He said government hospitals in the state would now offer low-cost, highly precise, and least invasive oncological surgical procedures through Made in India in machinery. He also said that adequate and well-coordinated steps had been taken to ensure empowering doctors to operate this high-end medical equipment. To ensure we create manpower to operate high-end medical tech, we are also in the process of beginning nursing colleges in all cancer hospitals across the state where the students will get exposure in the English and Japanese languages to help them expand their career opportunities in vast geographical areas, the chief minister said. He expressed gratitude to the ICICI Foundation for its contribution under CSR initiative and donating high-end medical equipment to the State Cancer Institute. With the launch of the robotic surgery facility, the government reaffirmed its commitment to advance healthcare infrastructure in the state and ensure world-class treatment for every citizen. An official statement said robotic surgery offers enhanced precision, superior control, and 3D visualisation, enabling better outcomes in cancer care. The machine is equipped with universal safety features and an articulating endoscope and camera control system with the latest software and is Make in India technology. The statement also said that surgery involving this robotic facility would decrease operation time and chances of bleeding.
Protestors hurl stones, police lathi charge in clash during anti-Waqf Act agitation in Assam
GUWAHATI: Protestors threw stones while the police used batons at a rally held against the Waqf (Amendment) Act on April 13, as agitators and police clashed in Cachar district of Assam. The official told PTI that several hundred people hit the streets in Berenga area of Silchar town without permission to protest the recently enacted legislation. Around 300-400 people were protesting by blocking the road. When we tried to clear the path, a few of them threw stones at us. We had to use mild lathi-charge to disperse the crowd, he added. The area has been cleared now, the official said. Murshidabad violence: 3 dead, 150 arrested; Suvendu slams Bengal govt, claims 400 Hindus 'forced to flee' Violence is being instigated over Waqf (Amendment) Bill: UP CM Yogi Adityanath He said that a case has been registered, but no one has been detained or arrested yet. The protestors showed black flags and shouted slogans against the BJP government, demanding repeal of the Act. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on April 12 claimed that the state police had a 'strong intelligence' report that there could be 'some disturbances' during protests by the minority community against the Waqf (Amendment) Act. He said the police force worked extensively to prevent any violence, with the intelligence report suggesting problems on Friday. Two arrested for making remarks on Waqf Bill in Bengaluru
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated North East India's first onco-robotic surgery facility at the State Cancer Institute in Guwahati. Procured under a central government scheme at a cost of Rs. 14.99 crore, the 'Make in India' robotic system promises enhanced precision and better outcomes in cancer care. Similar facilities will soon be introduced in Dibrugarh and Silchar.
Watch: Waqf law protesters clash with police in Assam's Silchar
In Silchar, Assam, a clash erupted on Sunday between police and demonstrators protesting the Waqf (Amendment) Act. Hundreds gathered in Berenga, blocking roads and allegedly throwing stones, prompting a baton charge by police to disperse the unauthorized protest.
After Bengal and Tripura, Assam faces anti-Waqf Act agitation
Guwahati: Protestors threw stones while the police used batons at a rally held against the Waqf (Amendment) Act on Sunday, April 13, when agitators and police clashed in Cachar district of Assam, a senior official said. The official told PTI that several hundred people hit the streets in Berenga area of Silchar town without permission Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Amid Bengal Tension, Stone-Throwing At Waqf Act Protest In Assam's Silchar
After West Bengal, protests against the Waqf Amendment Act in Assam witnessed violence today. A demonstration against the new law, which cleared the Parliament a week back, in Assam's Cachar district turned violent
MoRTH okays funds for NH-37 four-laning project, to benefit state
SHILLONG, March 31: The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has approved Rs 1186.20 crore for the four-laning of a 13 km stretch of NH-37 from Silchar (near Budha Nagar) in Assam, a project expected to benefit Meghalaya as well. Union Road Transport & Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari announced that the four-laning work will cover [] The post MoRTH okays funds for NH-37 four-laning project, to benefit state appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Guwahati Diary | Sniffer dogs to combat crimes against wildlife
Biodiversity conservation group Aaranyak has facilitated the Assam forest department in deployment of an anti-poaching K9 dog along with a trained handler in rhino-populated Laokhowa-Burhachapori Wildlife Sanctuary, part of Kaziranga Tiger Reserve, in Nagaon district. The K9 sniffer dog unit of Belgian Malinois (female) breed will be available round-the-clock to support forest personnel in mounting surveillance. The K9 unit has been crucial for prevention of crimes against wildlife through synergised action with enforcement agencies and is aiding forest and police officials in anti-poaching operations. Rebels appeal against Hindi songs at Bihu stage The Paresh Baruah faction of banned insurgent group United Liberation Front of Assam-Independent (ULFA-I) has appealed to Rongali Bihu organising committees and singers to refrain from performing Hindi songs for the first seven days of the festival. A month-long celebration beginning mid-April, Rongali Bihu, is Assams most colourful festival marking the Assamese New Year. Of late, a tendency was witnessed among a section of Bihu committees to incorporate performances of Hindi songs. This is unacceptable, the outfit said in a statement. Shops to operate round-the-clock The Assam govt has approved the operation of shops and commercial establishments, barring bars and liquor outlets, round-the-clock in Guwahati, Dibrugarh and Silchar Municipal areas. In other towns, they will be allowed to remain open until 2 am while in rural areas, the limit will be 11 pm. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said the decisions would modernise the states economy, boost businesses, job creation, and align with global business and labour trends. No worker shall be allowed to work for more than 48 hours a week. None shall be told to work continuously for more than 5 hours unless they have been given a half-an-hour break, Sarma said. Prasanta Mazumdar Our correspondent in Guwahati prasantamazumdar@newindianexpress.com
Punjab gangster-cum-drug lord Jaggu Bhagwanpuria shifted to Silchar jail in Assam
CHANDIGARH: Gangster-cum-drug lord Jagdeep Singh alias Jaggu Bhagwanpuria, an accused in Punjab singer Sidhu Moosewalas murder case has been shifted to Silchar jail in Assam from Central Jail at Bathinda. He has been detained by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB ) under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances (PIT NDPS) Act. He is the first gangster from the State who has been detained under this act. Sources said that on March 22, a joint team of the NCB and Punjab police escorted Bhagwanpuria from Bathinda to Chandigarh under heavy security cover. He was flown to Assam via Delhi and Kolkata. He was lodged in the central jail on March 23 at Silchar. A four-member NCB team over saw the transfer of this gangster. This transfer of Singh took place following a directive dated March 21, from the Joint Secretary (PIT-NDPS). Thus, the NCB carried out his immediate transfer from high-security Bathinda to Central Jail at Silchar in Assam. As per his dossier, some 128 cases are against him, including 12 under the NDPS Act. Intelligence reports indicate his involvement with Pakistan-based suppliers and international networks in Canada and the US, underscoring the transnational nature of his activities. Sources said the PIT-NDPS case was registered in Bhagwanpuria after a detailed investigation in which it was established with evidence how he was allegedly running his operations and orchestrating drug trafficking, extortion besides violent activities from behind bars. He was also using smuggled mobiles as he was issuing instructions and talking via encrypted communication to coordinate supply chains through an extensive network of operatives. Statements from some of his co-accused have further corroborated the evidence. Singh who hails from Bhagwanpur village under the jurisdiction of Kot Surat police station in Gurdaspur district is a notorious gangster and smuggler involved in cross-border narcotics smuggling. As in many cases, he is also involved with illegal weapons (pistols and revolvers.) This is the fourth detention from Punjab under the stringent Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances (PIT NDPS) Act which allows drug traffickers to be jailed for up to one year without bail. Last year in August, the NCB detained three other alleged drug lords from the state and shifted them to Dibrugarh Central Jail in Assam. The three individuals detained are Jaspal Singh alias Goldy, Akshay Chhabra and Balwinder Singh alias Billa Havellian. Sources said that these drug smugglers are running drug syndicates from inside jails in Punjab. This move seeks to break his powerful grip on criminal networks flourishing in the state and nearby regions.
NIT Silchar's assistant professor held for molestation of student
The chamber where the alleged incident occurred has been sealed
Held My Thighs, Grabbed Neck: NIT Professor Suspended For Sexual Harassment
An Assistant Professor at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) in Assam's Silchar was suspended on Friday for allegedly sexually harassing a female student.
Assam decides to offer PRCs to Moran community living in Arunachal allows shops to operate 24x7
In the same cabinet meeting which was held in Dibrugarh, the state cabinet decided to allow commercial establishments in the municipal corporation areas of Dibrugarh, Guwahati, and Silchar to operate 24x7 at the discretion of their owners
Assam government allows 24/7 shop operations in Guwahati, Dibrugarh & Silchar
Assam's cabinet has approved 24/7 operations for shops in Guwahati, Dibrugarh, and Silchar, excluding liquor shops and bars. The decision aims to boost economic activity while ensuring worker rights. Other key decisions include infrastructure improvements, health initiatives, and the development of Assam's second capital in Dibrugarh.
Assam approves 24/7 shop operations in major cities, expands business hours statewide
The Assam Cabinet has approved amendments to the Assam Minor Mineral Concession Rules, 2025, to promote clean mining by investing in new technologies, addressing emissions, and utilizing mining waste. Shops and establishments in Guwahati, Dibrugarh, and Silchar can now operate 24/7, boosting the states economy and job creation. Worker safeguards remain unchanged with specific limits on work hours.
Blast outside construction company gate creates panic in Assam's Cachar
SILCHAR: A blast outside the gate of a construction company created panic in Cachar district of Assam, officials said on Thursday. The explosion took place at Tarinipur village in Katigorah police station area on Wednesday evening, they said. No person has been injured, and there is no report of any major damage. The blast took place outside the gate of a construction company. The loud sound created panic in the area, an official said. A police team, including the Cachar SP, are at the spot and investigating into the incident, he said.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah warns drug cartels as NCB seizes meth worth Rs 88 crore
NEW DELHI: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah has declared that there will be no mercy for drug cartels. He praised the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) for seizing a massive consignment of methamphetamine tablets worth Rs 88 crore and for arresting four members linked to an international drug cartel. In a post on X, Shah highlighted the success of the investigation approach adopted by the NCB. No mercy for drug cartels. Accelerating the Modi governments march to build a drug-free Bharat, a massive consignment of methamphetamine tablets worth Rs 88 crore has been seized, and four members of the international drug cartel have been arrested in the Imphal and Guwahati zones, he stated. He further added, The drug haul is a testament to the stellar performance of the bottom-to-top and top-to-bottom approach to investigation. Our hunt for drugs continues. Heartfelt congratulations to team NCB. No mercy for drug cartels. Accelerating the Modi govt's march to build a drug-free Bharat, a massive consignment of methamphetamine tablets worth 88 crore is seized, and 4 members of the international drug cartel are arrested in Imphal and Guwahati zones. The drug haul is a Amit Shah (@AmitShah) March 16, 2025 According to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), NCB officers from the Imphal Zone conducted an operation on March 13 and intercepted a truck near the Lilong area. After thoroughly inspecting the vehicle, they discovered 102.39 kg of methamphetamine tablets hidden in the rear toolbox and cabin. The two individuals on board were immediately taken into custody. Following this, the team carried out a follow-up operation and arrested a third suspect, who was believed to be the receiver of the drugs. A four-wheeler used for drug trafficking was also recovered, and all three individuals were later arrested. The statement further revealed that the suspected source of the drugs was Moreh, and investigations are ongoing to identify others involved in the case. Shah: Government unsparing in punishing drug traffickers On the same day, NCB officers from the Guwahati Zone, acting on a tip-off, intercepted an SUV at the AssamMizoram border near Silchar. During their inspection, they found 7.48 kg of methamphetamine tablets concealed inside the spare tyre of the vehicle. The occupant of the SUV was taken into custody and later arrested. Officials stated that the contraband originated from Moreh, Manipur, and was destined for Karimganj. Investigations are continuing to track down other individuals linked to the network. Additionally, the NCB has taken over an investigation from the Mizoram State Excise Department involving the seizure of approximately 46 kg of crystal meth in Aizawl on March 6. The MHA confirmed that four individuals have been arrested in connection with this case after their involvement in the drug syndicate was established. Authorities are now working to uncover the international and interstate connections of this trafficking network. The North Eastern Region remains one of the most vulnerable areas in India for drug trafficking due to its geographical location. In 2023, the MHA increased the strength of the NCB to intensify efforts against the drug menace. The NCB, through its five Zonal Units and a Regional Headquarters in the northeast, has been actively working to dismantle drug trafficking networks, particularly those dealing in synthetic drugs like methamphetamine tablets, commonly known as YABA. These drugs not only threaten the youth but also pose a serious risk to national security.
Kendriya Vidyalaya teacher leaves Bihar amid row over 'Biharis lack civic sense' remark
PATNA: Deepali Shah, a Kendriya Vidyalaya teacher previously posted in Bihars Jehanabad district, has reportedly left the state after being summoned by district police for questioning over a viral video in which she allegedly made controversial remarks about Bihar residents. Deepali was suspended by Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan after Lok Janshakti Party (RV) MP Shambhavi Chaudhary complained against her for using abusive language against Biharis. Deepali was attached to the Masarakh branch of the KVS in Saran district after disciplinary action was initiated against her and subsequently put under suspension. Deepalis Biharis lack civic sense remark created a furore in the state, with people demanding action against her. Police swung into action and initiated an investigation as the incident took a political overtone. A complaint was registered at Kako police station in Jehanabad district. The cybercrime cell was asked to assist the district police in the investigation. Arvind Pratap Singh, SP, Jehanabad, confirmed that the teacher in question was summoned by police for interrogation. Since the matter is related to cybercrime, the cyber cell of the district police has been roped in, the SP said, adding that the authenticity of the viral video was being ascertained. Earlier, Jehanabad District Magistrate Alankrita Pandey took cognisance of the matter and recommended disciplinary action against the teacher in question. She assured that suitable action would be taken against the teacher for making such objectionable remarks against any state and its citizens. In the viral video, the teacher can be heard saying, Biharis have zero civic sense. She alleged that India is a developing country because Bihar is a part of it. The day we remove Bihar from India, it will be developed. People have no civic sense; they have messed up the Indian Railways, she says in the viral video. She also expressed her frustration over her first posting in Bihar and sought to know why she was posted in Bihar. What mistake have I made that I was posted in Indias worst region while my friends have been posted at places like Darjeeling, Silchar, and Bengaluru? I would have preferred to even go to Ladakh, where most people dont want to go, she said in her utter frustration. Meanwhile, sources said that Deepali got herself transferred outside the state, citing security reasons.
Centre set to approve Rs 25,000-cr highway
SHILLONG, Jan 29: The Union Cabinet is set to give approval to the construction of a 160-km high-speed corridor connecting Shillong with Silchar to be set up on a greenfield alignment at a cost of Rs 25,000 crore, making it one of the biggest infrastructure projects in the Northeast. The announcement is likely to be [] The post Centre set to approve Rs 25,000-cr highway appeared first on The Shillong Times .
People in North East defy boycott call, celebrate Republic Day
GUWAHATI: Braving a boycott call given by some militant groups, people in the Northeast on Sunday went out in large numbers to celebrate the 76th Republic Day. A loud explosion heard at a truck parking lot in Beharbari area on the outskirts of Guwahati, and an unattended bag found lying at the inter-state bus terminal nearby, triggered panic among people. However, reports of no untoward incidents were received. The police dismissed the reports of blast. There was a loud sound but no explosion. We are investigating it, Commissioner of Police Partha Sarathi Mahanta told this newspaper. The Paresh Baruah faction of insurgent group United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA) sent an email to the media, claiming responsibility for blasts at two places in Guwahati. The outfit, in its message, said it had no intention to harm anyone but it wanted to send a message to people to not participate in Independence Day and Republic Day programmes in the future. Meanwhile, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in his speech said the government was developing infrastructure to turn Dibrugarh, Tezpur and Silchar towns into cities. Dibrugarh will have an Assembly complex by 2027 and will be Assams second capital. Tezpur will emerge as the cultural capital and will house a Raj Bhawan. Silchar will house a mini secretariat..., Sarma said. His Manipur counterpart N Biren Singh hoped the celebration marked the beginning of the return of permanent peace in the ethnic violence-hit state. On this historic day, as we commemorate the adoption of our glorious Constitution in 1950, let us reaffirm our commitment to upholding the values and principles that define Indiaits unity, integrity, and vibrant spirit, Singh posted on X. Mizoram CM Lalduhoma said, Republic Day is a reminder of our collective commitment to democracy, equality, and progress. Its a day to reflect on how far weve come and the work still ahead in building an inclusive and just society. In his speech, Tripura Governor Indra Sena Reddy Nallu expressed happiness that the decades-old insurgency issues in the state were resolved last year.
Northeast celebrates Republic Day amidst militant boycott calls
GUWAHATI: Despite a boycott call from some militant groups, people in the Northeast turned out in large numbers to celebrate the 76th Republic Day on Sunday. Reports of no untoward incidents were received, even though a loud sound heard at a truck parking lot in the Beharbari area on the outskirts of Guwahati and an unattended bag lying at the inter-state bus terminal nearby triggered panic among people. The police dismissed the reports of a blast. There was a loud sound but no explosion. We are investigating it, Commissioner of Police Partha Sarathi Mahanta told TNIE . The Paresh Baruah faction of the insurgent group United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA) sent an email to the media, claiming responsibility for blasts at two places in Guwahati. The outfit said it had no intention to harm anyone but wanted to send a message to people to not participate in Independence Day and Republic Day programmes in the future. The ULFA and some other extremist groups had separately called for a boycott of the Republic Day celebrations. Meanwhile, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, in his speech, said the government was developing infrastructure to turn Dibrugarh, Tezpur, and Silchar towns into cities. Dibrugarh will have an Assembly complex by 2027 and will be Assams second capital. Tezpur will emerge as the cultural capital and will house a Raj Bhawan. Silchar will house a mini secretariat and chief secretarys office, Sarma said. His Manipur counterpart, N Biren Singh, hoped the celebration would mark the beginning of the return of permanent peace in the ethnic violence-hit state. On this historic day, as we commemorate the adoption of our glorious Constitution in 1950, let us reaffirm our commitment to upholding the values and principles that define India - its unity, integrity, and vibrant spirit, Singh posted on X. On this historic day, as we commemorate the adoption of our glorious Constitution in 1950, let us reaffirm our commitment to upholding the values and principles that define Indiaits unity, integrity, and vibrant spirit. pic.twitter.com/bZiBCJ3gOn N. Biren Singh (@NBirenSingh) January 26, 2025 Mizoram CM Lalduhoma said, Republic Day is a reminder of our collective commitment to democracy, equality, and progress. Its a day to reflect on how far weve come and the work still ahead in building an inclusive and just society. Nagaland Governor La Ganesan said the state government had made every effort to resolve the Naga political issue. He recalled that Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio and his cabinet colleagues had apprised Union Home Minister Amit Shah last year of the peoples yearning for an early solution to the issue. In his speech, Tripura Governor Indra Sena Reddy Nallu expressed happiness that the decades-old insurgency issues in the state were resolved last year.
Dibrugarh To Be Developed As Second Capital Of Assam: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
As part of the government's urbanisation plan, Tezpur and Silchar will also be developed along with Dibrugarh, Sarma said.
Dibrugarh to be Assams second capital: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Tezpur town will house a Raj Bhavan while Silchar town will sport a Mini Secretariat and the Chief Secretarys office, Assam CM said at a Republic Day programme
Himanta accuses Nehru of keeping Ambedkar out of Constituent Assembly
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. (PTI File Image) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. (PTI File Image) In his Republic Day address at Dibrugarh, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma made a controversial remark, claiming that Indias first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, kept Dr B.R. Ambedkar out of the Constituent Assembly that drafted the Indian Constitution. Sarma emphasized Ambedkars invaluable contributions to the nation despite these alleged obstacles. The Chief Minister's statement has drawn sharp reactions, with critics questioning its historical accuracy. Historians note that Ambedkar was initially not elected to the Constituent Assembly but later joined as a representative from Bengal after Congress intervened to ensure his inclusion. During his speech, Sarma also outlined ambitious development plans to transform Dibrugarh into Assam's second capital. These plans include constructing a new state assembly building, a Raj Bhawan in Tezpur, and a mini secretariat alongside the chief secretarys office in Silchar. Additionally, Sarma announced a series of infrastructure projects aimed at boosting connectivity within the state. These include express highways linking Guwahati to Dibrugarh and Silchar. Our vision is to ensure balanced regional development and improve governance across Assam, he stated. The proposals for a second capital in Dibrugarh aim to decentralize administrative functions and reduce dependency on Guwahati. Critics have raised concerns over the feasibility and costs of such extensive projects, but Sarma defended them as crucial for Assams long-term growth. The Republic Day event, held at Dibrugarh for the first time in decades, also featured a parade, cultural performances, and tributes to the Constitution's makers, underlining the states focus on progress and unity.
