Security tightened along Bangla border in Cachar
SILCHAR, Aug 13: Security has been tightened along the India-Bangladesh border in Assams Cachar district to prevent possible infiltration attempts by extremist elements and to curb unauthorised cross-border trade, an official statement said on Wednesday. Cachar District Commissioner Mridul Yadav, in an order, imposed strict restrictions on the movement and transportation of certain commodities along []
Nine suspected Rohingyas detained in Cachar
SILCHAR, Aug 13: Nine suspected Rohingyas, including two women and five children, have been detained by Assam Police near the India-Bangladesh border in Cachar district, an officer said on Wednesday. Cachar Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Numal Mahatta said the detainees were picked up from Katigorah area on Tuesday evening following a tip-off from intelligence []
Tension at Silchars Radhamadhab College After Attempted Acid Attack on Student
HT DIGITAL GUWAHATI, AUGUST 13: Tension surrounded Silchars Radhamadhab College on Tuesday afternoon after a female student was allegedly attempted to be attacked with acid by a young man. The incident came at noon when Shubham Das, a local youth who is not a student of the college, allegedly attempted to hurl acid at the []
Fake doctor in Assam handles 50 caesarean sections in a decade, held
GUWAHATI: The Assam police arrested a fake doctor after he allegedly handled several pregnancy cases and performed more than 50 caesarean sections for a decade. The accused, Pulak Malakar, hails from southern Assams Barak Valley. The locals knew him as an obstetrician and gynaecologist. He practised at a private hospital in Silchar of Cachar district. According to reports, Malakar worked as a fourth-grade employee in various hospitals prior to becoming a doctor with a forged MBBS certificate, allegedly obtained from a racket by shelling out a huge amount of money. The accused was arrested two days ago. He was produced in a local court and it sent him to a six-day police remand. Senior Superintendent of Police Numal Mahatta told the media the police had received inputs about the man treating patients by using a fake degree. A resultant investigation revealed his certificate from a government medical college in Odisha was forged. During the course of investigation, we learnt that he had been working in Silchar since 2016 using a fake medical degree. A case was registered against him with the Sadar Police Station, Silchar under relevant sections of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the SP said. He suspected that the racket selling fake MBBS certificates was operating from the Barak Valley. He warned that the police would dig deep and arrest all those involved in it. In January this year, the Assam government formed an anti-quackery and vigilance cell, a special unit that works in tandem with the police. Several arrests involving fake doctors and quacks were made in following months. The state Assembly had in February last year, passed The Assam Healing (Prevention of Evil) Practices Bill, 2024, 'criminalising non-scientific' magical healing practices conducted by individuals with malicious intent. The Bill aims to bring social awakening in society and create healthy, science-based knowledge and a safe environment to protect human health against the evil and sinister practices thriving on ignorance and the ill-health of people.
Real Life 'Munna Bhai MBBS'? Fake Assam Doctor Who Performed 50 C-Sections Arrested
Pulok Malakar, posing as a doctor for over a decade, was arrested in Silchar, for performing over 50 surgeries without valid qualifications
Assam's 'Munna Bhai MBBS', Who Performed Over 50 C-Sections, Arrested
The accused, Pulok Malakar, was a known gynaecologist and performed surgeries for over a decade at two private hospitals in Silchar.
Meghalaya initiates land acquisition process for 23,000 cr. Shillong-Silchar high-speed corridor
The 166.80-km corridor will begin at Mawlyngkhung near Shillong and end at Panchgram near Silchar.
Was Scared, Shivering: IndiGo Flier Slapped During Panic Attack
Hussain Ahmed Majumdar, a resident of Assam, suffered a panic attack when he was travelling from Mumbai to Silchar via Kolkata on Thursday.
Fake Doctor Caught Performing Surgery at Silchar Hospital, Public Outrage Follows
HT DIGITAL GUWAHATI, AUGUST 4: Police in Silchar arrested a man who allegedly impersonated a doctor and conducted surgery on an expectant mother at the Shibsundari Nari Shiksha Seva Ashram Hospital. The ensuing scandal has set off public outrage across the nation and raised serious questions about hospital regulation, internal controls, and patient protection. The []
Assam man allegedly thrashed to death by BSF personnel
A 30-year-old man, Nirmol Namasudra, died in Cachar district, Assam. Allegedly, Border Security Force personnel beat him near the India-Bangladesh border. The incident occurred on Friday night. Nirmol succumbed to his injuries on Saturday at Silchar Medical College and Hospital. Locals protested, demanding action against the accused BSF personnel. Authorities are trying to control the situation in Katigorah.
Hossain Ahmed Mazumdar, 32, went missing after experiencing a panic attack on a Mumbai-Kolkata IndiGo flight and being slapped by a co-passenger. He was supposed to take a connecting flight to Silchar but disappeared instead, sparking panic in his family. A viral video of the incident added to public outrage. Nearly a day later, he was found in Barpeta, Assam, after travelling by train. Questions remain around the airline's response and mental health handling onboard.
Man Slapped On IndiGo Flight Goes Missing, Found Later At Railway Station
A missing complaint was filed, and police found he hadn't taken the flight to Silchar or left Kolkata airport.
A young man from Assam went missing after being slapped on an IndiGo flight from Mumbai to Kolkata, sparking outrage. Hossain Ahmed Mazumdar, possibly experiencing a panic attack, was assaulted and then disappeared after failing to board his connecting flight to Silchar.
IndiGo passenger goes missing after fellow flier slaps him during in-flight panic attack
A young man, Hossain Ahmed Mazumdar, from Cachar, Assam, is missing. He was slapped by a co-passenger on a Mumbai-Kolkata IndiGo flight. A video shows the incident. Hossain was traveling home. He did not arrive in Silchar. His family is worried. IndiGo says the unruly passenger was handed over to security. The airline did not confirm if Hossain received help.
Religious Ritual Turns Tragic as Man Swept Away During Idol Immersion in Silchar
HT DIGITAL GUWAHATI, JULY 31: A religious ritual in Silchar turned into a tragedy on the evening of Wednesday, July 30, when a man got carried away by the rush of the Barak River during the immersion of a Goddess Mansa idol at the Sadarghat immersion ghat. The accident occurred to three relatives of the []
Gaurav Gogoi Accuses Centre of Shielding Illegal Coal Syndicate in Northeast
HT DIGITAL GUWAHATI, JULY 31: A religious festival in Silchar became tragic on the evening of Wednesday, July 30, when a man was washed away by the powerful currents of the Barak River while taking a Goddess Mansa idol for immersion at the Sadarghat immersion ghat. The accident included three family members, all of whom []
NIT Silchar Project Associate/ Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline
TheNational Institute of Technology Silchar (NIT Silchar) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Project Associate/ 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 05-08-2025.
SMC continues eviction drive to reclaim Silchars public spaces for third consecutive day
HT Bureau SILCHAR, July 23: The Silchar Municipal Corporation (SMC) on Wednesday continued its intensified eviction drive against illegal encroachments for the third day in a row, clearing major roads and footpaths across the town in an effort to restore order and ease congestion. The action, undertaken with the support of enforcement personnel and the []
Mizorams civil society groups urge NHIDCL to repair dilapidated highway
AIZAWL, July 22: Mizorams civil society organisations and transporters associations wrote to the NHIDCL, urging it to immediately repair the dilapidated section of NH-6/306 to ensure uninterrupted supply of essential commodities to the state. NH-306 is the lifeline of Mizoram, linking the state with the rest of the country via Assams Silchar town. A portion []
Guwahati named cleanest capital city in NE: CM
GUWAHATI/ NEW DELHI July 17: Guwahati has emerged as the cleanest capital of the northeast in the Swachh Survekshan rankings, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Thursday. Sarma also said that all four AMRUT (Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation) cities in the state Guwahati, Silchar, Nagaon and Dibrugarh are now []
Pointing out that the three visa centres in Assam located in Guwahati, Bongaigaon, and Silchar which was processing 50-55 visas every day, are now issuing only around 15-18 visa a day, security sources said that the decline has affected multiple sectors, including education and healthcare
PM Modi likely to dedicate new rail line to connect Mizorams capital Aizawl soon
NEW DELHI: Mizorams capital, Aizawl, is set to receive its first-ever rail connectivity with the completion of the 51.38 km Bairabi-Sairang broad gauge rail line. This long-awaited development, demanded by the people of Aizawl and surrounding areas, is expected to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the coming days. Once the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) grants approval for operations, a request will be submitted to the Prime Ministers Office for the inauguration. A senior official confirmed that the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) is working to make the rail line operational, connecting Aizawl to the Indian railway network and the rest of the country. The railway has begun the countdown for the inauguration of this rail line, but a lot of other works, such as station construction and infrastructure development, are still ongoing. The inauguration is expected to take place later this year, added a senior railway official on Saturday. Officials have anticipated that the Bairabi-Sairang railway project could be dedicated to the nation by July, in line with Prime Minister Modis vision of ensuring rail connectivity to regions that have remained isolated from the railway network. Despite facing challenging geographical conditions, the rail line has successfully connected Aizawl to the broader railway network. This project is a testament to the government's commitment to improving infrastructure in the northeastern states. The journey to Aizawl via Silchar will offer passengers a stunning experience, showcasing the regions natural beauty, cultural diversity, rolling hills, and dense forests. Known as the Land of the Hill People, the route is expected to rival the Katra-Srinagar line as one of the most scenic rail routes in the country. The rail line features 48 tunnels spanning 12.853 km, 55 major and 87 minor bridges, five road overbridges, and nine road underbridges. Notably, one of the bridges, numbered 196, stands at an impressive height of 104 metres, 42 metres taller than the Qutub Minar. A senior official from the Ministry of Railways highlighted the many benefits of the new rail line, stating that it will enhance regional mobility, boost local tourism, and facilitate the transportation of local products across the country. This will give a major push to commercial activities, economic development, and strengthen train connectivity across the northeastern states. It is also expected to generate local employment around the stations, the official remarked. The rail project between Bairabi and Sairang was first initiated on 29 November, 2014, after PM Modi remotely unveiled the project plaque.
Trains Halted, Highway Closed After Massive Landslide In Assam's Dima Hasao
Train and road connectivity between the Assam towns of Haflong and Silchar has been severely disrupted following a landslide near the Jatinga-Lampur section.
NEW DELHI: Officials of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) held a meeting with insurgent Kuki-Zo groups and persuaded them to relocate and shut down seven designated camps under the Suspension of Operations (SoO) agreement that are located near Meitei-dominated areas, sources said. They added that the MHA officials also stressed the recovery of looted weapons and the reopening of National Highways. Notably, security agencies on the ground in Manipur had earlier proposed the closure of seven out of 14 existing camps situated close to Meitei-inhabited areas in the Valley, the sources said. A source familiar with the talks said, The second round of talks was held earlier this week, where the two sides reached an understanding on the closure and relocation of at least seven SoO camps located close to Meitei-populated zones. He, however, clarified that there was no discussion on the extension of the SoO agreement, as the talks primarily focused on revising the ground rules, which is seen as a more immediate priority. FIR registered after Kuki student leader allegedly threatened Meiteis attending Shirui Festival The locations for the new camps would be discussed in a third meeting, which is yet to be scheduled. It has also been agreed in principle that any relocated camps should be in tribal areas, the source added. Rajya Sabha MP and ceremonial King of Manipur, Leishemba Sanajaoba, wrote in a Facebook post: The SoO Pact was signed in 2008 during the then State Congress Government with two Kuki-Zo umbrella insurgent groups UPF and KNO, comprising 25 groups with around 2,200 cadres. Earlier, their demand was autonomy, but after May 2023, they demanded a Union Territory or separate administration with a Legislative Assembly for the Kuki-Zo people. Such grave missteps of the previous government led to the chaotic situations in the state. The UPF and KNO had signed the tripartite SoO agreement in 2008 with the Centre and the state as parties to the pact, and since then, around 2,200 cadres from these 25 constituent groups have been residing in 14 designated camps across the hill districts of Manipur. As there was no discussion on the extension of the SoO agreement, representatives of the insurgent groups reportedly presented new proposals involving security arrangements. The MHA emphasised two key concerns the recovery of looted weapons and restoring full operation of National Highway-37 (ImphalJiribamSilchar) and National Highway-2 (DimapurImphalMoreh), both of which have remained blocked since ethnic violence erupted on May 3, 2023.
The student of Arignar Anna Government Higher Secondary School at Pachaperumalpatti village, Thuraiyur, had secured seat in NIT Silchar after clearing JEE Mains 2024 with 91.23 percentile
Assam: Harang bridge at Kalain-Silchar road collapses; restoration underway
A bridge collapsed in Assam's Bhangarpar, causing trucks to fall into the river. Rescue efforts are ongoing. Earlier, a bridge collapse in Pune, Maharashtra, resulted in four deaths. The district administration announced financial aid for the victims' families. An investigation team has been formed to probe the Pune incident.
NIA arrests three insurgents for deadly 2024 attack on security forces in strife-torn Manipur
NEW DELHI: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested three insurgents in a case related to a deadly attack on security forces that killed two police commandos and injured several others in ethnic violence-hit Manipur last year, officials said on Sunday. The three men, along with their associates, planned, conspired and executed the attack on an Indian Reserve Battalion (IRB) post and security forces at Moreh in Tengnoupal district on January 17, 2024, they said. Among the arrested accused is Thangminlen Mate, a resident of Tengnoupal district and member of the Kuki Inpi Tengnoupal (KIT) insurgent group, an official statement said. He played a key role in orchestrating and carrying out the attack, it said. He was apprehended on May 19, 2025, from Silchar, Assam, and produced before the NIA court in Guwahati, which remanded him to custody until May 28. He is currently lodged in Guwahati Central Jail under judicial custody, the statement issued by the probe agency said. The other accused, Kamginthang Gangte, a member of the Kuki National Army (KNA), and Hentinthang Kipgen alias Thangneo Kipgen, associated with the village volunteers' group in Churachandpur district, were arrested from Imphal on June 6, the statement said. They were presented before the duty magistrate, who granted a transit remand until June 9 for their transfer to the NIA special court in Guwahati. The duo was part of the team that executed the deadly attack, it added. More than 260 people have been killed and thousands rendered homeless in the violence between the Imphal valley-based Meiteis and adjoining hills-based Kuki-Zo groups since May 2023. The Centre imposed President's Rule in Manipur on February 13 this year after Chief Minister N Biren Singh resigned. The violence started after a 'Tribal Solidarity March' was organised in the hill districts to protest against the Meitei community's demand for Scheduled Tribe status. Meiteis account for about 53 per cent of Manipur's population and live mostly in the Imphal valley. Tribal Nagas and Kukis constitute a little over 40 per cent and reside in the hill districts. Tensions flare in Manipur as Meitei leaders arrest prompts curfew, internet ban
16 held for illegal cattle slaughter during Eid, says Assam CM
Guwahati/Nagaon: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday, June 7, said 16 people were arrested for illegally slaughtering cattle during Eid a day ago. He said recovery of cattle parts was reported from multiple locations across Assam, and five illegal slaughter sites were found in two districts of Barak Valley- Gumrah, Silchar and Lakhipur 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 .
16 arrested in Assam for illegal cattle slaughter during Eid; CM Himanta vows 'strict action'
GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday said 16 people were arrested in connection with illegal slaughter of cattle in the State during Eid. Sarma said recovery of cattle parts was reported from multiple locations across Assam, and five illegal slaughter sites were found in two districts of Barak Valley- Gumrah, Silchar and Lakhipur in Cachar, and Badarpur and Banga in Karimganj. People from the Hindu community blocked roads in Hojai during the day, alleging that some pieces of meat were thrown by miscreants on Saturday night, and while Muslims also held another roadblock and the police had to use batons to disperse protesters, a senior officer said. Taking to X, he posted, While our Constitution guarantees the right to religious freedom, it equally upholds the rule of law and public order. This Eid-ul-Zuha, disturbing incidents of illegal cattle slaughter and recovery of cattle parts were reported from multiple locations across Assam. ALERT: ILLEGAL CATTLE SLAUGHTER DURING EID-UL-ZUHA While our Constitution guarantees the right to religious freedom, it equally upholds the rule of law and public order. This Eid-ul-Zuha disturbing incidents of illegal cattle slaughter and recovery of cattle parts were Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) June 8, 2025 He said in five instances, cattle parts were found from places including near Cotton University in Guwahati, Dhubri, Hojai and Sribhumi districts. We are committed to preserving communal harmony, but not at the cost of lawlessness or cruelty. Please be clear that strict action will be taken against all violators irrespective of faith or background, he further wrote. Consumption of beef is not illegal in the state, but the Assam Cattle Preservation Act, 2021, bans cattle slaughter and sale of beef in localities where Hindus, Jains and Sikhs are in the majority and in areas within a five-km radius of a temple or satra (Vaishnavite monastery). On Sunday, a huge number of people from the Hindu and Muslim communities came out in Hojai to hold protests separately, and they blocked roads and clashed with the police, the officer said. While the Hindus blocked roads at Barpukhuri area, where suspected cattle meat pieces were found at three places on Saturday. Following that, Muslims also came out and blocked a road at Bhuyanpatty as a countermeasure, he said. A section of the mob at Bhuyanpatty clashed with the police personnel who resorted to mild lathi-charge to disperse the protesters, the officer said. The situation is now under control, and we have deployed additional forces from central paramilitary agencies. We are closely monitoring the development, he said. The protest in Barpukhuri area is still underway, and the administration is talking to the agitators to clear the blockade. Several people in Hojai town claimed that pieces of meat were thrown at their premises during the night. However, the authorities have refrained from commenting on such allegations. A Guwahati police officer told PTI that a piece of meat was found near the Cotton University campus in the heart of the city. The piece of meat was wrapped in a polythene packet. We have collected the sample and sent it for testing. Till we get a report, we cannot comment on anything, he added. At Golakganj in Dhubri district, some meat pieces were thrown by miscreants near a temple in Nalia, another police officer said. The incident took place last night. We collected the meat and sent it for verification. There is no untoward incident here and everything is under control, he added. (With inputs from PTI)
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma visits Cachar district to take stock of flood situation
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma visits flood-hit Silchar. He emphasizes wetland conservation for flood control. Sarma reviews relief efforts and interacts with camp residents. He directs officials to provide essential aid. The government plans long-term flood management policies. Focus is on drainage improvement and embankment projects. A pumping station for Silchar is also proposed.
The India Meteorological Department has issued a severe weather alert as Assam and Meghalaya face extreme rainfall, with Silchar recording an astounding 42 cm. Northeastern states, along with Kerala, Odisha, and West Bengal, are experiencing heavy showers.
Rains continue to pound NE; toll in flash floods, landslides jumps to 34
GUWAHATI: Monsoon rains continued to trigger widespread landslides and flash floods in Northeast, taking death toll to 34 on Sunday, officials said. The first wave of the floods in Assam, triggered by incessant rains, affected over 3.64 lakh people across 19 districts and disrupted road transport and train services. Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Tripura and Sikkim have been also affected by the rains. Four persons -- two in Assam and one each in Mizoram and Tripura died on Sunday which took the Northeast toll to 34. Ten people died in Assam, nine in Arunachal, six each in Meghalaya and Mizoram, two in Tripura and one in Nagaland. Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday spoke with Assam, Arunachal, Sikkim chief ministers and Manipur Governor to take stock of the situation. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said Shah offered all possible assistance to deal with the situation. I have briefed him on the measures being taken and we are grateful for his concern and support, Sarma said. He cautioned people that heavy rainfall in Arunachal Kibithoo (17 cm), Hayuliang (15 cm), Kalaktang (10 cm) might lead to a sharp rise in the river water levels downstream. Assam is already witnessing intense rain in Silchar (42 cm), Karimganj (35 cm) and Hailakandi (30 cm). People living in low-lying and riverbank areas are advised to stay alert and follow local advisories, he said. The Northeast Frontier Railway cancelled several trains as rainwater submerged tracks in the Karimganj section of Barak Valley. In Sikkim, nearly 1,500 tourists were stranded as roads were blocked following landslides. The rains disrupted the search for nine missing tourists from Odisha and West Bengal. Their vehicle had fallen into river Teesta, 1,000 ft below, recently. There were altogether 11 occupants in the vehicle and two were rescued. The Indian Air Force (IAF) rescued 14 people who were stranded in the middle of flooded Bomjir river in Lower Dibang Valley of Arunachal. The IAF pressed into service an Mi 17 helicopter following requests from Arunachal and Assam governments. The floods in Manipur affected over 3,800 people and damaged at least 883 houses. Imphal East district suffered maximum damage. Some major rivers breached embankments, flooding vast swathes of the state capital Imphal and surrounding localities. The floods in Tripura affected over 1,300 families. Chief Minister Manik Saha said the flood-affected people in the West Tripura district were being moved to safer areas. He said the administration was helping the marooned everywhere. Mizoram reported landslides and landslips from 211 locations which disrupted road travel. Sixty houses collapsed. Damages were also reported from parts of Meghalaya.
Northeast rains: Over 3.64 lakh affected in Assam, 1,500 tourists stranded in Sikkim
GUWAHATI: The first wave of the floods in Assam, triggered by incessant rains, affected over 3.64 lakh people across 19 districts and disrupted road transport and train services. Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Tripura and Sikkim have also been affected by the rains. Four persons two in Assam and one each in Mizoram and Tripura died on Sunday which took the Northeast toll to 34 10 in Assam, nine in Arunachal, six each in Meghalaya and Mizoram, two in Tripura and one in Nagaland. Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday spoke with Assam, Arunachal, Sikkim Chief Ministers and Manipur Governor to take stock of the situation. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said Shah offered all possible assistance to deal with the situation. I have briefed him on the measures being taken and we are grateful for his concern and support, Sarma said. He cautioned people that heavy rainfall in Arunachal Kibithoo (17 cm), Hayuliang (15 cm), Kalaktang (10 cm) might lead to a sharp rise in the river water levels downstream. Assam is already witnessing intense rain in Silchar (42 cm), Karimganj (35 cm) and Hailakandi (30 cm). People living in low-lying and riverbank areas are advised to stay alert and follow local advisories, he said. Assam govt announces Rs 4 lakh aid for families of Guwahati landslide victims The Northeast Frontier Railway cancelled several trains as rainwater submerged tracks in the Karimganj section of Barak Valley. In Sikkim, nearly 1,500 tourists were stranded as roads were blocked following landslides. The rains disrupted the search for nine missing tourists from Odisha and West Bengal. Their vehicle had fallen into river Teesta, 1,000 ft below, recently. There were altogether 11 occupants in the vehicle and two were rescued. The Indian Air Force (IAF) on Sunday rescued 14 people who were stranded in the middle of flooded Bomjir river in Lower Dibang Valley of Arunachal. The IAF pressed into service an Mi 17 helicopter following requests from Arunachal and Assam governments. The floods in Manipur affected over 3,800 people and damaged at least 883 houses. Imphal East district suffered maximum damage. Some major rivers breached embankments, flooding vast swathes of the state capital Imphal and surrounding localities. The floods in Tripura affected over 1,300 families. Chief Minister Manik Saha said the flood-affected people in the West Tripura district were being moved to safer areas. He said the administration was helping the marooned everywhere. Mizoram reported landslides and landslips from 211 locations which disrupted road travel. Sixty houses collapsed. Damages were also reported from parts of Meghalaya. Heavy rain continues to batter Assam, disrupting train services and road transport
People in low-lying and riverbank areas advised to stay alert: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam already witnessing intense rain in Silchar (42 cm), Karimganj (35 cm), Hailakandi (30 cm) and in nearby areas. People in low-lying and riverbank areas are advised to stay alert and follow local advisories. Stay safe, stay prepared, CM Sarma posted on X.
Heavy rain continues to batter Assam, disrupting train services and road transport
GUWAHATI: Relentless rainfall continued to lash Assam on Sunday, severely disrupting road and rail transport across the northeastern state. According to officials, at least eight people have died so far due to floods and landslides. More than 78,000 residents across over 15 districts have been affected, prompting widespread concern. The Central Water Commission (CWC) has issued an 'orange bulletin' for Assam, warning of a severe flood situation as ten major rivers including the Brahmaputra and Barak are currently flowing above the danger level. A spokesperson for Northeast Frontier Railway stated that, following incessant rainfall in the past 24 hours and water overflowing onto the tracks in the BaraigramDullabcherra section, the DullabcherraSilchar passenger train has been cancelled for the day. Additionally, the DullabcherraGuwahati Express will now originate from Baraigram instead of Dullabcherra. Heavy rain causes floods in parts of Assam, five killed in landslides In Kamrup district, large portions of National Highway-17 have been inundated near Shingra Shalnibari in the Chaygaon area since Saturday. Officials noted that the situation has been worsened by heavy runoff from neighbouring Meghalaya. Authorities are taking measures to redirect traffic via alternative routes to maintain connectivity. According to the CWC bulletin, the Brahmaputra is flowing above the danger mark in Dibrugarh and Nematighat (Jorhat). Other rivers breaching danger levels include: Dhaleswari at Gharmura (Hailakandi), Rukni at Dholai (Cachar), Katakhal at Matijuri (Hailakandi), Barak at Badarpur Ghat (Sribhumi), Buridehing at Margherita (Tinsukia), Kushiyara in Sribhumi, Dhansiri at Numaligarh (Golaghat) and Kopili at Kampur (Nagaon) An Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) bulletin reported that, as of Saturday evening, five people had died in landslides and three in floods. Three western districts were placed on 'red alert' on Saturday, while eight others were under an 'orange alert', according to the Regional Meteorological Centre. Rainwater from upstream regions of Arunachal Pradesh and Meghalaya has further exacerbated the flooding. Multiple agencies, including the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), police, and fire and emergency services, have been deployed for rescue and relief efforts. Evacuation operations are underway in the worst-affected areas. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Friday that the state is facing an abnormal situation due to persistent downpours triggered by a massive cloud cover across several parts of the Northeast.
Northeast landslides, flash floods kills 24
GUWAHATI : At least 24 people have been killed in last 24 hours as heavy rain triggered flash floods, landslides and widespread devastation across the northeastern states. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red alerts for the states, warning of more downpours in the coming days. According to officials, 18 deaths were reported on Saturday nine from Arunachal Pradesh, five from Assam and four from Mizoram. On Friday, six people died three in Meghalaya and one each in Nagaland, Mizoram and Tripura. Officials in Arunachal said seven people lost their lives when a landslide struck their vehicle, and it fell into a deep gorge. The deceased, including four children and two pregnant women, were from two families. The incident occurred on the Bana-Seppa Road in East Kameng district late Friday night when the victims were travelling from Bana to East Kameng district headquarters, Seppa. All the bodies were recovered by rescue teams following efforts through the night. A second passenger vehicle narrowly escaped after being caught in the same landslide. In another incident of a landslide, two labourers died in the states Lower Subansiri district. Two others were rescued. The incident occurred along the Ziro-Kamle Road. The torrential rains hit several districts of the state. Extensive damage was reported from the Upper Subansiri district, officials said. NDRF personnel and others move through a waterlogged road aboard a rescue boat to distribute relief material to affected people at an area inundated with rainwater after heavy rainfall, in Guwahati, Assam, Saturday, May 31, 2025 In Mizoram, five members of a family were swept away by flash floods in Champhai district. Two were later rescued, but three lost their lives. The victims were said to be refugees from Myanmar. In another incident in Serchhip, a man died when a landslide struck his house. Lawngtlai district was also hit by multiple landslides, in which a hotel and some houses collapsed. Two people were trapped in the debris of the hotel, but both were rescued. Landslides struck three localities of Guwahati in Assam, killing five people, including children, the Assam State Disaster Management Authority said in a bulletin. The roads in Guwahati turned into rivers, disrupting vehicular traffic and throwing daily life out of gear. Guwahati and Silchar are facing urban floods with rapid rise of floodwaters in urban areas due to limited infiltration and heavy rainfall events, affecting more than 10,000 people. Several relief camps have been set up for those displaced. Five revenue circles in three districts, including Kamrup, Kamrup Metro, and Cachar, have been affected by the urban flood. 10,150 have been affected, and two relief camps have been established. Five deaths due to landslides in Kamrup Metro have been reported in the last 24 hours, an official said. Educational institutions in Mizoram have remained shut since Thursday. Similarly, schools and colleges in Guwahati remained closed on Saturday. The Manipur government said incidents of landslides were reported from the hill districts of Tamenglong, Ukhrul, Noney and Pherzawl. Following incessant rainfall for the past four days, the water level of other major rivers such as the Nambul, Iril, and Nambol is also flowing at warning levels.
Northeast landslide, flash flood toll reach 24
GUWAHATI : At least 24 people have been killed in last 24 hours as heavy rain triggered flash floods, landslides and widespread devastation across the northeastern states. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red alerts for the states, warning of more downpours in the coming days. According to officials, 18 deaths were reported on Saturday nine from Arunachal Pradesh, five from Assam and four from Mizoram. On Friday, six people died three in Meghalaya and one each in Nagaland, Mizoram and Tripura. Officials in Arunachal said seven people lost their lives when a landslide struck their vehicle, and it fell into a deep gorge. The deceased, including four children and two pregnant women, were from two families. The incident occurred on the Bana-Seppa Road in East Kameng district late Friday night when the victims were travelling from Bana to East Kameng district headquarters, Seppa. All the bodies were recovered by rescue teams following efforts through the night. A second passenger vehicle narrowly escaped after being caught in the same landslide. In another incident of a landslide, two labourers died in the states Lower Subansiri district. Two others were rescued. The incident occurred along the Ziro-Kamle Road. The torrential rains hit several districts of the state. Extensive damage was reported from the Upper Subansiri district, officials said. NDRF personnel and others move through a waterlogged road aboard a rescue boat to distribute relief material to affected people at an area inundated with rainwater after heavy rainfall, in Guwahati, Assam, Saturday, May 31, 2025 In Mizoram, five members of a family were swept away by flash floods in Champhai district. Two were later rescued, but three lost their lives. The victims were said to be refugees from Myanmar. In another incident in Serchhip, a man died when a landslide struck his house. Lawngtlai district was also hit by multiple landslides, in which a hotel and some houses collapsed. Two people were trapped in the debris of the hotel, but both were rescued. Landslides struck three localities of Guwahati in Assam, killing five people, including children, the Assam State Disaster Management Authority said in a bulletin. The roads in Guwahati turned into rivers, disrupting vehicular traffic and throwing daily life out of gear. Guwahati and Silchar are facing urban floods with rapid rise of floodwaters in urban areas due to limited infiltration and heavy rainfall events, affecting more than 10,000 people. Several relief camps have been set up for those displaced. Five revenue circles in three districts, including Kamrup, Kamrup Metro, and Cachar, have been affected by the urban flood. 10,150 have been affected, and two relief camps have been established. Five deaths due to landslides in Kamrup Metro have been reported in the last 24 hours, an official said. Educational institutions in Mizoram have remained shut since Thursday. Similarly, schools and colleges in Guwahati remained closed on Saturday. The Manipur government said incidents of landslides were reported from the hill districts of Tamenglong, Ukhrul, Noney and Pherzawl. Following incessant rainfall for the past four days, the water level of other major rivers such as the Nambul, Iril, and Nambol is also flowing at warning levels.
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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 Nod To Shillong-Silchar Highway Project Worth Rs 22,864 Crore
The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the development of a 166.80 km greenfield high-speed corridor from Mawlyngkhung in Meghalaya to Panchgram in Assam on hybrid annuity mode at a total cost of Rs 22,864 crore.
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Cabinet approves Shillong-Silchar highway project at an estimated cost of 22,864 crore
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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.
Escaped death by chanting la ilaha illallah: Pahalgam survivor recounts
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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
