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In a significant move to empower young innovators, Arunachal Pradesh has launched a new startup program in Namsai, aimed at fostering entrepreneurship and driving economic growth. The initiative, unveiled by state officials, underscores the government’s commitment to nurturing local talent and creating opportunities for the youth to thrive as job creators. The program, hosted under … Read more

The Mizoram government has announced plans to deploy water tankers to alleviate an ongoing water crisis in Lunglei, the state’s second-largest town. The initiative comes as the region grapples with severe shortages triggered by a prolonged dry spell that has depleted local water sources. Lunglei, home to approximately 80,000 residents, has been facing water scarcity … Read more

In a bid to address declining academic standards, the Inspector of Schools in Assam’s Kamrup (Metro) district has issued show-cause notices to the principals and headmasters of five government-run high schools in Guwahati. The action follows the schools’ underwhelming results in the 2025 High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC) examination, raising concerns about the quality of … Read more

In a remarkable medical feat, a young woman’s life was saved at the General Hospital in Bomdila, Arunachal Pradesh, following a critical ectopic pregnancy emergency. The complex case, handled with precision by the hospital’s medical team, has highlighted the importance of timely intervention in rare medical conditions. The patient, whose identity remains confidential, was rushed … Read more

TAWANG – Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has called on power developers to shift their attention toward smaller hydropower initiatives to boost the state’s energy production. Speaking at the eighth steering committee meeting of the Hydropower Development Department in Tawang, Khandu underscored the potential of the state’s tributaries, which could generate between 100 and … Read more

TAWANG – Lhou Grelleng, a quaint village in Arunachal Pradesh’s Tawang district, is poised to transform into a model cultural tourism hub, spotlighting the region’s rich heritage. During a recent visit, Tawang Deputy Commissioner Kanki Darang unveiled ambitious plans to develop the village under the Vibrant Village Programme, an initiative aimed at boosting border areas … Read more

GUWAHATI – The president of the Gauhati High Court Bar Association, Kamal Nayan Choudhury, has called for the recusal of Justice N. Unni Krishnan Nair from a contempt case, citing the judge’s engagement with a related social media post. The request was made during proceedings before a division bench comprising Chief Justice Vijay Bishnoi and … Read more

SAGALEE – In a compassionate response to a recent tragedy, MLA Ratu Techi has stepped forward to support a resident of Sagalee constituency in Papum Pare district, Arunachal Pradesh, following a devastating fire. The blaze, which engulfed the home of Tana Petor Tara in Labiya Happa under Toru Circle, left the house completely destroyed and … Read more

KEYI PANYOR – The 64th State-Level Subroto Football Tournament kicked off with enthusiasm in Arunachal Pradesh’s scenic Keyi Panyor district, drawing young athletes and spectators from across the state. This annual event, a cornerstone of the region’s sports scene, spotlights emerging football talent and celebrates competitive spirit. The tournament opened with a vibrant ceremony featuring … Read more

Borguli – Farmers in Borguli village, located in Arunachal Pradesh’s East Siang district, have taken matters into their own hands to address the severe erosion caused by the Siang River. The community has built boulder bunds along the riverbank in an effort to protect their agricultural lands, which are increasingly threatened by the river’s relentless … Read more