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Daporijo: A crucial environmental public hearing for the proposed 1,605 MW Subansiri Upper Hydroelectric Project was successfully conducted at Daporijo in Upper Subansiri district on Tuesday. The hearing, organised by the Arunachal Pradesh State Pollution Control Board, forms an essential statutory step towards securing environmental clearance for the ambitious hydropower initiative. The event saw active … Read more

Namsai: Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein on Tuesday handed over electric rickshaws to 40 beneficiaries in Namsai district as part of the pilot phase of the Gram Bandhu initiative, aimed at boosting rural livelihoods through eco-friendly transportation. The distribution event, held under the revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA), saw 40 e-rickshaws being … Read more

Guwahati/Haflong: In a major pre-poll setback for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Assam, state minister and sitting Haflong MLA Nandita Garlosa formally joined the Indian National Congress on March 22, 2026, after being denied a ticket by the ruling party. The Congress immediately announced her as its candidate for the Haflong (ST) Assembly constituency, … Read more

Itanagar/Naharlagun: In a significant anti-narcotics operation, Arunachal Pradesh Police, in collaboration with security forces, arrested four individuals and seized a substantial quantity of heroin from Naharlagun in Papum Pare district. The arrests took place on March 22 following credible intelligence inputs about drug trafficking activities in the area. The operation was conducted by a joint … Read more

Itanagar/Naharlagun: The eight-day Arunachal Fashion Week 2026 – The Artisans’ Movement wrapped up successfully at Interior Park in Naharlagun, marking a milestone five years of the initiative. The grand finale, observed as Cultural Heritage Day and Awards Night, brought together designers, weavers, artisans, models, creative professionals, and industry stakeholders to celebrate Arunachal Pradesh’s rich indigenous … Read more

Shillong: The Meghalaya Football Association (MFA) has officially launched its dedicated MFA Academy at Polo Ground in Shillong, marking a landmark initiative to develop young football talent and strengthen the state’s grassroots football ecosystem. The launch, coinciding with the MFA’s golden jubilee year, underscores the association’s long-term vision for producing professional players capable of competing … Read more

Guwahati: To manage anticipated crowds and ensure smooth, orderly filing of nomination papers on the last day of the process, the Kamrup Metropolitan district administration has enforced prohibitory restrictions across key areas of Guwahati. The measures, issued under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, come into effect immediately and target high-traffic … Read more

Itanagar: Arunachal Pradesh Police have arrested a 29-year-old man from Naharlagun for allegedly sending a death threat to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma through WhatsApp. The accused, identified as Krishna Dornal, a resident of Dolahtphulbari village (under Dolahat Police Outpost in Lakhimpur district, Assam), was taken into custody on Thursday following intelligence inputs shared … Read more

Itanagar: Arunachal Pradesh has thrown its hat in the ring to host the prestigious 4th North East Games in 2026, with the Arunachal Olympic Association (AOA) formally submitting a proposal to the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) seeking approval to stage the multi-sport extravaganza in the state capital, Itanagar. The bid comes on the heels of … Read more

Itanagar/Tuting: The Indian Army conducted a special community outreach programme at Tuting Monastery in Upper Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, coinciding with the International Day of Happiness. The event brought together Army personnel and 83 monks from the monastery to foster compassion, wellbeing, and stronger civil-military relations in this strategically important border region. Held on March … Read more