Arunachal Pradesh

Shillong – The Meghalaya government is intensifying efforts to register approximately 6 lakh residents who remain without Aadhaar cards, a crucial requirement for accessing various welfare and development schemes. State officials reported that around 28 lakh people are currently enrolled in the Aadhaar database, leaving a significant gap to bridge. East Khasi Hills and West … Read more

New Delhi – Mirabai Chanu, India’s Tokyo Olympics silver medalist in weightlifting, has been named chairperson of the Indian Wrestling Federation’s Athletes Commission. The announcement marks a new chapter for the acclaimed athlete, who will now champion the cause of wrestlers nationwide. Renowned for her trailblazing career, including a Commonwealth Games gold and a world … Read more

Namsai, Arunachal Pradesh – The International Maha Sangken Festival kicked off with grandeur in Namsai, led by Arunachal Pradesh’s Deputy Chief Minister, Chowna Mein. The colorful event, a significant cultural celebration for the Tai-Khamti community, drew locals, tourists, and dignitaries to the town’s festive atmosphere. The festival began with a ceremonial water-pouring ritual, symbolizing purification … Read more

Guwahati: The Assam government has introduced stringent measures to ensure transparency in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) for 2025, restricting exam centers to government colleges and implementing biometric verification for candidates. The decision follows concerns over irregularities at private institutions, prompted by a discreet Assam Police inquiry that raised suspicions about unusually high … Read more

Agartala: Pradyot Bikram Manikya Debbarma, the royal scion and founder of the Tipra Motha Party, has stirred controversy by suggesting that the concept of Greater Tipraland could extend to Bangladesh. Speaking at a recent event, he emphasized the need to protect the rights of the indigenous Tripuri people, not only in Tripura but also across … Read more

Kohima: The Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) has strongly opposed the Nagaland Cabinet’s decision to regularize 147 contractual assistant professors and librarians, demanding its immediate withdrawal. In a letter to Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio, the NSF condemned the move as a violation of fair recruitment practices and a setback for qualified candidates. The Cabinet’s approval on … Read more

Itanagar: Ninong Ering, a Member of the Legislative Assembly from Arunachal Pradesh, has appealed to the Central government to tackle inequalities in hostel facilities at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) in New Delhi. In a letter to the Union Education Minister, Ering highlighted the urgent need to address disparities affecting students from marginalized communities, particularly those … Read more

Tawang: Arunachal Pradesh took center stage at an International Conclave cum Buyer-Seller Meet, showcasing its organic farming potential and aiming to capture global markets. Organized by the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) in collaboration with the state government, the event at Kalawangpo Convention Hall facilitated direct engagement between international buyers and … Read more

Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh: Arunachal Pradesh Police have arrested a man from Guwahati for his alleged involvement in a bank fraud case amounting to Rs 4 lakh. The suspect, identified as the prime accused, was apprehended following a detailed investigation into the financial scam. The fraud came to light after a victim reported unauthorized transactions, prompting … Read more

Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh: During a workshop on Ambedkar’s legacy, Arunachal Pradesh Home Minister Mama Natung addressed concerns surrounding the Arunachal Pradesh Freedom of Religion Act (APFRA), 1978. He clarified that the Act is not aimed at targeting any specific religion but is intended to preserve the state’s indigenous culture while respecting individual religious choices. Natung … Read more