In a significant development in India’s gubernatorial appointments, Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla has been given the additional charge as Governor of Nagaland. The move comes at a crucial time, as Nagaland continues to navigate sensitive issues ranging from peace negotiations with insurgent groups to socio-economic development challenges. The appointment underscores the Centre’s confidence in…
Guwahati, Assam – In a decisive move aimed at transforming public healthcare, accelerating renewable energy adoption, and expanding power infrastructure, the Assam Cabinet has approved a comprehensive package worth ₹375 crore for healthcare development along with major green energy and power sector initiatives. This landmark decision reflects the state government’s vision to build a healthier…
Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh – In a significant step towards improving healthcare infrastructure and medical education in the state, Arunachal Pradesh Education and Cultural Affairs Minister Ojing Tasing chaired a high-level consultative meeting to discuss the establishment of a new medical college at the Bakin Pertin General Hospital (BPGH), Pasighat. The meeting, attended by government officials,…
Authorities in Assam’s Cachar district have detained nine suspected Rohingya refugees who allegedly crossed into India two decades ago. The group, which includes women and children, was picked up during a joint operation by the Assam Police and intelligence agencies after a prolonged surveillance effort. Long Stay Without Documentation According to police sources, the detainees…
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has launched a strong counter-attack on the opposition, criticising their portrayal of certain evictees as “poor” despite evidence suggesting that many among them own substantial assets, including land, fisheries, and concrete buildings. The remarks came in the wake of an ongoing debate over eviction drives across several districts of…
In a sharp and assertive warning to individuals and organizations across Assam, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has made it unequivocally clear that no encroacher evicted from government or forest land should be sheltered or supported under any pretext. His statement, delivered at a high-level administrative meeting in Guwahati, comes amid intensified efforts by the…
In a significant move towards streamlining refugee management and national security, the Mizoram government has launched a biometric enrolment drive to document over 34,000 refugees currently residing in the state from neighbouring Myanmar and Bangladesh. The drive, led by the Home Department in coordination with district administrations and law enforcement agencies, is aimed at creating…
In a significant step towards ensuring road safety and environmental cleanliness, the district administration of East Jaintia Hills in Meghalaya has officially banned the spillage of materials from trucks on public roads. The move, driven by repeated public complaints and multiple incidents related to accidents and road degradation, is aimed at controlling the hazardous practice…
In a significant move underscoring India’s security preparedness and regional development strategy, the Governor of Arunachal Pradesh, Lieutenant General (Retd.) K.T. Parnaik, chaired a high-level security review meeting focused on the sensitive TCL (Tirap, Changlang, and Longding) region. The session was convened to assess ground realities, evaluate internal and external security challenges, and fine-tune developmental…
In a strategic move towards sustainable development and circular economy, the Meghalaya government has signed 13 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with private and institutional partners to convert agricultural and horticultural waste into rural wealth. The initiative, spearheaded under the Integrated Village Cooperative Societies (IVCS) framework and supported by the state’s Department of Agriculture and Farmers’…
In a historic moment for Assam and India’s entrepreneurial community, Vikram Bothra, an emerging business leader from Assam, made a resounding impact at the BRICS 2025 Summit held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Representing India’s voice on MSME, rural enterprise, and local product advocacy, Bothra called upon BRICS nations to adopt a collaborative framework that…
In a crucial move towards strengthening its climate resilience, Sikkim has successfully completed a scientific expedition to assess high-risk glacial lakes in West Sikkim, aiming to pre-empt potential glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) disasters in the fragile Himalayan ecosystem. The study comes amid growing global and regional concerns over the melting of Himalayan glaciers and…
India’s Central Water Commission (CWC) has issued an alarming alert, flagging flood risk at 20 river sites across multiple states, with Assam and Bihar facing severe inundation threats amid incessant rainfall in upstream catchments. The warning comes at a critical juncture when large parts of northeastern India are already submerged, displacing lakhs and causing economic…
India’s ambitious Arunachal Pradesh Frontier Highway project has sparked concerns among environmentalists and wildlife experts as it is set to divert over 310 hectares of land from Namdapha Tiger Reserve, one of the richest biodiversity hotspots in the Eastern Himalayas. The highway, proposed along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), is a strategic infrastructure initiative…
In a strategic move to bolster organ transplant facilities and critical care infrastructure, Arunachal Pradesh Health and Family Welfare Minister Biyuram Wahge recently visited the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) in Chandigarh to explore a formal collaboration. 🏥 Key highlights of the minister’s visit The health minister was accompanied by senior officials…
Meghalaya’s sweet and aromatic Kew pineapples, which have earned a reputation for their premium quality, are set to reach markets across India this month. The state’s horticulture department has initiated large-scale harvesting and distribution processes to ensure smooth marketing of these pineapples, widely considered among the best in the country. What makes Meghalaya’s Kew pineapples…
In a significant development, the Manipur High Court has directed the National Investigation Agency (NIA) to submit a detailed progress report on the ongoing probe into the brutal Jiribam killings that have intensified tensions in the state. The court’s directive comes amid growing demands from civil society organisations and victims’ families for swift justice and…
A Guwahati court on Monday rejected the bail applications of six individuals arrested in connection with a multi-crore Goods and Services Tax (GST) evasion racket involving several logistics companies operating across Assam and neighbouring northeastern states. The development marks a significant move in the ongoing crackdown by the GST Intelligence authorities against fake invoicing, tax…
Tourist taxis, private transport, and daily travel between Assam and Meghalaya came to a grinding halt on Monday as both northeastern states witnessed the impact of the nationwide strike called by central trade unions and allied organisations. The bandh, called to protest against rising prices, privatisation, and labour law reforms, saw partial to significant disruption…
The Meghalaya government has sought a financial package worth Rs 2,270 crore from the central government to implement several critical power projects aimed at overcoming persistent electricity shortages and modernising the state’s energy infrastructure. The proposal was recently submitted to the Union Ministry of Power by Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma, reflecting urgent state-level priorities…
Mizoram has stepped up security measures along its 510-km porous international border with Myanmar after fresh clashes between Myanmar’s military junta and pro-democracy resistance forces triggered a new influx of refugees into India’s northeastern state. Officials confirmed that over 3,000 people have crossed into border districts since last week, taking shelter in local villages and…
In a significant push towards employment generation and youth empowerment in Manipur’s hill districts, over 160 young men and women have been successfully trained under the Kangpokpi district skill development drive, officials confirmed this week. The initiative aims to address local unemployment challenges while strengthening social and economic stability through targeted skill-based interventions. The Kangpokpi…
Nagaland is reeling under the impact of incessant rains that have triggered devastating floods, landslides, road blockages, and widespread disruption of daily life across multiple districts. The torrential downpour, which continued for the fourth consecutive day, has claimed three lives, left hundreds stranded, and severely impacted connectivity within and beyond the state. Key Highlights Rain…
The political crisis in Manipur has deepened further with Kuki-Zo MLAs boycotting the formation of the new government following the resignation of Chief Minister N Biren Singh, while the state BJP leadership remains conspicuously silent on their concerns. This standoff is expected to worsen the existing ethnic rift between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities, which…
Amidst heightened speculation over Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s potential visit to Manipur in the coming weeks, the state’s Chief Secretary, Vineet Joshi, clarified on Thursday that no official communication has been received from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) regarding any planned visit. The clarification comes as the northeastern state continues its efforts towards post-conflict rehabilitation,…
The government’s focused outreach in Manipur’s hill districts has brought about a silent yet powerful transformation, reaching the doorsteps of some of the most remote tribal communities with welfare, infrastructure, and livelihood support initiatives. Amid longstanding demands for equitable development between the valley and hill districts, this effort signals a paradigm shift in inclusive governance…
In a significant security development, two live bombs were safely detected and neutralised by bomb disposal squads near an Indian Air Force (IAF) firing range in Arunachal Pradesh’s Kamle district on Wednesday. The discovery raised alarm in the area, triggering an immediate coordinated operation by the IAF, local police, and district administration to prevent any…
In a major relief for commuters and transporters, traffic restrictions on the National Highway 40 (NH-40) stretch near Umiam in Meghalaya have been lifted following the successful completion of a crucial subway construction project. The lifting of restrictions is expected to ease connectivity bottlenecks between Shillong and Guwahati and improve freight and passenger movement to…
The transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital technologies in accelerating inclusive growth in Northeast India dominated discussions at a national seminar held in Delhi on Tuesday. Titled “AI and Digital Transformation: Unlocking the Northeast Potential”, the seminar was organised jointly by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), North Eastern Council (NEC),…
In a major initiative to strengthen the agricultural economy and secure farmer livelihoods, the Mizoram government has disbursed Rs 98.84 crore under the flagship ‘Bana Kaih’ crop procurement scheme. The announcement was made by Agriculture Minister C. Lalrinsanga during a press briefing held at the Secretariat Conference Hall in Aizawl on Monday. 🔍 What Is…
