Arunachal Minister’s Honest Warning: The 80:20 Job Quota Could Collapse in Court

Arunachal Minister's Honest Warning: The 80:20 Job Quota Could Collapse in Court

A senior minister has admitted what many quietly feared — the state’s job reservation policy may not survive a legal challenge. And that admission has set off a storm. The Warning Nobody Wanted to Hear Arunachal Pradesh Industries and IPR Minister Nyato Dukam dropped a political bombshell on Friday when he openly cautioned that the … Read more

“Don’t Touch Our Tribal Framework” — HRA Joins AAPSU in Demanding Cancellation of Kachari ST Meeting

"Don't Touch Our Tribal Framework" — HRA Joins AAPSU in Demanding Cancellation of Kachari ST Meeting

A powerful alliance is forming in Arunachal Pradesh. And the state government may want to pay close attention before July 13 arrives. HRA Throws Its Weight Behind AAPSU The Human Rights of Arunachal (HRA) has come out firmly in support of the All Arunachal Pradesh Students’ Union (AAPSU), backing their demand to scrap the state … Read more

AAPSU Draws a Hard Line: “Cancel the July 13 Meeting or Face Intensified Opposition”

AAPSU Draws a Hard Line: "Cancel the July 13 Meeting or Face Intensified Opposition"

The students’ union is not mincing words — and the state government would do well to listen. The All Arunachal Pradesh Students’ Union has thrown its full weight against a state government plan to hold a consultative meeting on whether the Kachari community of Namsai and Changlang districts should be granted Scheduled Tribe status in … Read more

AAPSU Draws a Hard Line: No Deal, No Compromise on 80:20 Reservation Ratio

AAPSU Draws a Hard Line: No Deal, No Compromise on 80:20 Reservation Ratio

The students of Arunachal Pradesh aren’t blinking. And they want the government to know it. The All Arunachal Pradesh Students Union (AAPSU) has once again slammed the table on the controversial 80:20 job reservation ratio — this time leaving zero room for doubt. The Union has made its position crystal clear: the policy must go, … Read more

She Left the Marriage. He Took Her Life Anyway. Now Arunachal’s Women Are Demanding Justice.

She Left the Marriage. He Took Her Life Anyway. Now Arunachal's Women Are Demanding Justice.

A 25-year-old woman in Aalo had done everything right. She walked out of what was reportedly an abusive relationship. She separated from her husband. She tried to start over. And she still didn’t make it out alive. A Killing That Has Shaken West Siang According to police, the accused — 45-year-old Todak Ngomdir — allegedly … Read more

Only 21 Years Old: Man Found Dead Near Aalo’s DC Office, Police Suspect Suicide

Only 21 Years Old: Man Found Dead Near Aalo's DC Office, Police Suspect Suicide

⚠️ Sensitive topic note: This article covers a suspected suicide. If anyone reading is struggling, please reach out to iCall (India): 9152987821. A quiet Tuesday morning in Aalo was shattered when a young man’s body was discovered near one of West Siang’s most central government landmarks — and the news has left the community with … Read more

Villages Swallowed by Water: Nari-Koyu’s Worst Flood Crisis in Years Leaves Communities Stranded

Villages Swallowed by Water: Nari-Koyu's Worst Flood Crisis in Years Leaves Communities Stranded

The skies opened on June 28 — and by the time they closed, entire communities in Arunachal Pradesh’s Nari-Koyu region had been swallowed by floodwaters, mud, and silence. Heavy rains triggered massive floods, cloudbursts, and relentless landslides across the 36-Nari-Koyu Assembly Constituency, leaving a trail of destruction that officials say is still being fully counted. … Read more

Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu Inaugurates New Academic Block at Tsongkhapa English School in Lungla

Itanagar: In a significant boost to education infrastructure in Arunachal Pradesh, Chief Minister Pema Khandu inaugurated the newly constructed Academic Block at Tsongkhapa English School in Lungla. The move underscores the state government’s strong commitment to enhancing learning facilities, especially in remote and border regions. The state-of-the-art academic block is expected to greatly improve the … Read more

Doimukh Enforcement Drive Finds 11 Shops Violating Trade Norms

Doimukh Enforcement Drive Finds 11 Shops Violating Trade Norms

Authorities in Arunachal Pradesh carried out a Doimukh enforcement drive that identified multiple violations of trade regulations in the local market area. The operation focused on licensing requirements and restrictions around educational institutions. At a glance Joint team inspected markets near two schools in Doimukh Eight shops lacked valid trading licenses; three operated with expired … Read more

Arunachal Pradesh Bandh Brings Capital Region to Standstill

Itanagar, June 6, 2026 – Life came to a sudden halt across the Itanagar Capital Region as a day-long shutdown affected daily routines for thousands of residents on Friday. The 24-hour bandh, enforced from 5 AM on June 5, left markets empty, schools closed, and streets unusually quiet. Local youth groups had called for the … Read more