NorthEast

In a groundbreaking move for India’s climate action and rural development, the Meghalaya government has disbursed the country’s highest-ever carbon payments to farmers under the MegCare (Meghalaya Carbon Agroforestry for Community Resilience and Ecosystems) program. This marks a major milestone in India’s voluntary carbon market and positions Meghalaya as a leader in community-driven climate resilience….

As part of the nationwide Dharti Aaba Janbhagidari Abhiyan, the Kamrup district administration organized a large-scale tribal outreach camp aimed at delivering government welfare schemes directly to tribal households. The initiative is part of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs’ mission to achieve 100% benefit saturation in tribal-dominated regions by Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas (November 15, 2025)….

In a landmark move to foster inclusive growth, the governments of Arunachal Pradesh and Gujarat have announced a strategic collaboration aimed at boosting rural development through knowledge exchange, policy innovation, and grassroots empowerment. The partnership, formalized during a high-level inter-state workshop hosted by the Arunachal State Rural Livelihoods Mission (ArSRLM), will focus on replicating Gujarat’s…

In a proud moment for Meghalaya and the entire Northeast, Chaivalry Lartang has been crowned Miss Universe Meghalaya 2025, earning the prestigious opportunity to represent the state at the upcoming Miss Universe India 2025 pageant. The grand finale of the state-level competition was held in Shillong, where Chaivalry captivated the judges with her poise, eloquence,…

In a significant development amid ongoing ethnic unrest in Manipur, five members of the Meitei outfit Arambai Tenggol have been arrested for their alleged involvement in the kidnapping of a civilian and the assault of two police personnel, according to officials familiar with the matter. 🔍 Details of the Arrests The arrested individuals include Huidrom…

The Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) has called on Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to immediately suspend the ongoing eviction drive in Goalpara district, citing violations of human rights and constitutional safeguards. Debabrata Saikia Writes to CM, Seeks Rehabilitation First Leader of Opposition Debabrata Saikia penned a letter to the Chief Minister on June 17,…

In a sweeping land reclamation effort, the Assam government on June 16, 2025, launched a major eviction drive in Goalpara district, targeting over 1,500 bighas of encroached government land in the Hasilabeel area under Balijana revenue circle. The operation, part of a broader statewide initiative, was conducted under heavy security deployment and supervised by senior…

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has accused the Congress party of committing a “historic blunder” that allowed Pakistan to become a nuclear-armed nation. In a post on X, Sarma claimed that India had intelligence and military backing to neutralize Pakistan’s nuclear ambitions in the 1980s, but political hesitation led to inaction. Sarma’s Allegations Against…

The Meghalaya government is set to revamp the Meghalaya Residents Safety and Security Act (MRSSA), 2016, following the recent murder of a tourist in Sohra. The move aims to strengthen security measures and prevent criminal activities disguised as tourism. Key Decisions from Meghalaya Cabinet Tourism Minister’s Statement Tourism Minister Paul Lyngdoh emphasized that the MRSSA…

The Bajali Agro Farmers Producer Company (FPC) has inaugurated a new facility in Jalikhata, Assam, aimed at enhancing market access and support for local farmers. This initiative, backed by NABARD and Access Development Services, is expected to strengthen agricultural productivity and rural livelihoods. Key Features of the Facility Government & Institutional Backing The facility is…