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Itanagar, August 28: NITI Aayog Member Dr. Joram Aniya on Friday called on Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein at Itanagar to discuss the states development priorities and strategies for sustainable growth. The meeting focused on leveraging tourism as a key driver of Arunachal Pradeshs economy, with both sides stressing the importance of eco-friendly... The post DyCM Chowna Mein, NITI Aayog Member Dr. Joram Aniya Discuss Roadmap To Boost Sustainable Tourism In Arunachal first app

Gangtok, August 28: The Sikkim government has formed a dedicated task force to provide relief and assistance to residents of the state who may be stranded or missing in the aftermath of the flash floods in Nepal. Officials confirmed that the task force will be chaired by Prabhakar Rai, Director of the Sikkim State Disaster... The post Sikkim Govt Sets Up Task Force To Assist Residents Affected By Nepal Flash Floods first appeared on Northeast Today .

Itanagar, August 28: Three persons have been arrested by Naharlagun Police for allegedly cheating a contractor by promising to clear his pending bill of over 17 crore for a PMGSY road project. The accused have been identified as Toluk Lombi, Dubi Ete and Rajesh Kumar Singh. The case was registered at Naharlagun Police Station in... The post Arunachal: PMGSY Contractor Duped With Fake Rs 17 Cr Clearance Letter, 3 Arrested first appeared on Northeast Today .

The All Arunachal Pradesh Students Union (AAPSU) has raised concerns over alleged instances of government employees holding two or more posts in different departments, saying such practices deprive unemployed youth of job opportunities. Addressing a press briefing at the Arunachal Press Club on Friday, AAPSU President Meje Taku alleged that the union had received inputs... The post One Man, One Job: AAPSU Warns Govt Employees Holding Multiple Posts In Arunachal first appeared on Northeast Today

The Campaign for Just and Fair Delimitation (JFD) has announced a 24-hour statewide general strike from midnight on August 31 to midnight on September 1 if the Centre fails to officially decide by the deadline to defer the Census exercise and update the National Register of Citizens (NRC) before the Census. JFD Convenor Jeetendra Ningombam... The post Manipur: JFD Announces 24-Hour Statewide Strike Over NRC-Census Demand first appeared on Northeast Today .

Gangtok, August 28: Eight pilgrims from Sikkim undertaking the Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra were stranded in Tibet after a flash flood struck the region earlier this week. The Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority (SSDMA) confirmed on Friday that all of them have been contacted and are safe. According to officials, the group crossed the Nepal-China border on... The post Eight Sikkim Pilgrims Stranded In Tibet After Flash Flood, All Safe first appeared on Northeast Today .

Representatives of the Manipur Baptist Convention (MBC) on Friday called on Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho at his office in the Civil Secretariat, Mantripukhri, and submitted a memorandum addressed to Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh, seeking justice for the six Liangmai Naga civilians killed on May 13. The MBC delegation, led by its General Secretary... The post Manipur Baptist Convention Seeks Justice For Six Liangmai Naga Civilians Killed In May first appeared on Northeast Today .

Gangtok, Aug 28: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Friday attended the Pang Lhabsol Celebration 2026 at Tsuglakhang, describing the occasion as a spiritually significant event that showcased the states rich cultural and religious traditions. Tamang joined prayers and worship during the celebration and witnessed the traditional Pangtoed Chaam, a warrior dance associated with... The post Sikkim CM Prem Singh Tamang Attends Pang Lhabsol Celebration At Tsuglakhang first appeared on Northeas

A bomb blast occurred at the residence of Manipur BJP MLA Dr. Sapam Ranjan Singh at Konthoujam Mayai Leikai in Imphal West district early Friday morning. The blast triggered protests by local residents, who condemned the attack and expressed concern over the incident. Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh visited the MLAs residence following the blast... The post Manipur: Bomb Blast At BJP MLA Sapam Ranjan Singhs Residence, CM Visits Site first appeared on Northeast Today .

Aizawl, Aug 28: Senior Congress leader C Ngunlianchunga on Friday accused both the ruling Zoram Peoples Movement (ZPM) and the opposition Mizo National Front (MNF) of vying to align themselves with the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA). Speaking at a political session of the Congress, Ngunlianchunga alleged that the two parties were competing for recognition... The post ZPM, MNF Competing To Become NDA Partner In Mizoram, Alleges Congress Leader C Ngunlianchunga first appeared on Northe

Shillong, Aug 28: Former Meghalaya Tourism Minister Paul Lyngdoh has defended the proposed felling of trees for the Shillong Ropeway Project, saying the project underwent due diligence and the required environmental assessment before implementation. Lyngdoh said ropeway systems have been successfully developed in several hilly regions across the world and argued that the presence of... The post There Are No Hill Stations Without Trees: West Shillong MLA Paul Lyngdoh Defends Shillong Ropeway Proj

Agartala, August 28, 2026: Tripura has crossed a significant milestone in rooftop solar power generation, with more than 17 MW of electricity being generated by 4,975 consumers under the Centres PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. The achievement is being viewed as an important step towards reducing the states dependence on conventional energy sources and... The post Tripura Crosses 17 MW Rooftop Solar Power Mark Under PM Surya Ghar Scheme first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, August 28, 2026: A total of 68,277 cases are currently pending in the lower courts of Tripura, while 1,33,287 cases were disposed of during the 2025-26 financial year, Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha informed the Legislative Assembly. The figures were provided in response to questions raised by Congress MLA Gopal Chandra Roy regarding the... The post 68,277 Cases Pending in Lower Courts; 2.08 Crore Spent on Fast-Track Rape, POCSO Cases: CM Dr Manik Saha first appeared on Northeast Today .

Shillong, Aug 28: The Meghalaya Government has set a target of increasing institutional deliveries in the state to at least 95 per cent within the next three years, Health Minister Wailadmiki Shylla informed the Assembly. Shylla said the rate of institutional deliveries has increased to around 81 per cent, compared with 65.6 per cent recorded... The post Meghalaya Targets 95% Institutional Deliveries Within Three Years: Health Minister Shylla first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, August 28, 2026: Proceedings in the Tripura Legislative Assembly witnessed a dramatic disruption on Friday after CPI(M) legislators entered the well of the House and protested over the death of Director General of Police (DGP) Anurag Dhankar. The Opposition sought to raise the circumstances surrounding the senior police officers death and demanded that the... The post Tripura: CPI(M) Storms Assembly Well Over DGPs Death, Seeks SIT or High Court Judge-Led Investigation first appeared on

Agartala, August 28, 2026: Tripura Chief Minister and Home Minister Dr. Manik Saha on Friday made it clear that the government would not compromise in its fight against narcotics, including when allegations involve members of the police force. Replying to Congress MLA Gopal Chandra Roy in the Assembly, Saha said strict measures were being taken... The post Tripura: 14.7% NDPS Conviction Rate Recorded Till July; CM Dr Manik Saha Says No Leniency for Drug-Linked Police Personnel first appeared on

Agartala, August 28, 2026: Members of the surrendered militant organisations ATTF and NLFT launched a fresh agitation on Friday, blocking the Assam-Agartala National Highway at Champaknagar and a railway line in the Brigudas area over a seven-point charter of demands. The protesters alleged that several assurances made by the Central and state governments at the... The post Tripura: Surrendered ATTF, NLFT Members Block NH, Railway Line Over Unfulfilled Rehabilitation Demands first appeared on No

Shillong, Aug 28: The proposed Nonghali Scientific Landfill Project has reached the final stage of the environmental clearance process, Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister in charge of Urban Affairs Sniawbhalang Dhar informed the state Assembly. Dhar said the Meghalaya High Court disposed of the litigation concerning the project on July 14, 2026, clearing the way for... The post Nonghali Landfill Project To Get Environmental Clearance Soon, Says Meghalaya Deputy CM Dhar first appeared on Northeast T

Kohima, August 28: Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Friday inaugurated the Tech X Gaming Expo 2026, an event bringing together esports, competitive gaming, game development, streaming, technology and digital career opportunities. Speaking at the event, Rio said the expo celebrates innovation and provides the states youth with opportunities to explore, create, compete and build... The post Nagaland CM Neiphiu Rio Inaugurates Tech X Gaming Expo 2026, Says State Can Become Digital Talent Hub

Itanagar, August 28: The Hoj-Potin Road (NH-713A) in Papum Pare district will remain closed to all vehicular traffic until 12 noon on August 29, the Office of the Additional District Magistrate (ADM), Sagalee, said on Thursday. In an advisory, ADM Kipa Raja, APCS, said construction of pavement quality concrete (PQC) and cement concrete (CC) pavement... The post Arunachal: Hoj-Potin Road (NH-713A) To Remain Closed Till August 29; Vehicular Movement Restricted first appeared on Northeast Today .

Mizoram has witnessed a remarkable surge in tourism this year, recording a footfall of approximately 5.37 lakh visitors between January and June, according to information shared in the Assembly on Thursday. Tourism Minister Lalnghinglova Hmar stated that the influx included more than 5.28 lakh domestic travelers and around 8,700 international tourists. He emphasized that the... The post Mizoram Records 5.37 Lakh Tourist Footfall Till June: Minister Lalnghinglova Hmar first appeared on Northeast

Itanagar, August 28: Former India goalkeeper Gumpe Rime has created history by becoming the first coach from Arunachal Pradesh to join an Indian Super League (ISL) coaching staff. He has been appointed as the Goalkeeping Coach of Chennaiyin FC for the upcoming season. Hailing from West Siang district, Rime enjoyed a 16-year professional playing career,... The post Gumpe Rime Scripts History, Becomes First Arunachalee Coach In Indian Super League (ISL) first appeared on Northeast Today .

Guwahati, Aug 28: Assam Police thwarted an alleged cattle smuggling attempt in Kamrup district, arresting four individuals and rescuing 55 cattle. The operation took place in Changsari, where three trucks carrying the animals were intercepted. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma confirmed the arrests in a social media post, noting that three vehicles and three mobile... The post 4 Arrested, 55 Cattle Rescued In Assams Kamrup District first appeared on Northeast Today .

Kohima, Aug 28: Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio has strongly condemned the continued violence in Manipur, expressing deep concern over the loss of civilian lives, injuries and reports of people going missing. In a post on X, Rio said those responsible for such acts must be held accountable. He stressed that the cycle of violence... The post Nagaland CM Neiphiu Rio Condemns Continued Violence In Manipur first appeared on Northeast Today .

Guwahati, August 28: The Gauhati High Court on Wednesday directed the governments of Assam and Nagaland, along with all relevant authorities, to submit detailed affidavits by November 3 in response to a public interest litigation filed by senior Congress leader and former Leader of Opposition Debabrata Saikia. Saikias PIL contends that the severe floods that... The post Gauhati High Court Admits Plea Alleging Administrative Failure Behind Deadly Upper Assam Floods first appeared on Northeast Tod

Kohima, August 28: African Swine Fever (ASF) has been confirmed in three villages of Kohima district Kiruphema Bawe, Chiechama and Nerhema following positive laboratory test reports received by the Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services. In view of the outbreak, Kohima Deputy Commissioner B. Henok Buchem has declared a one-kilometre radius around the infected... The post Nagaland: African Swine Fever Confirmed In Three Villages Of Kohima District first appeared on Northeast Today

Agartala, August 27, 2026: Tripura Finance Minister Pranajit Singha Roy on Thursday said the state government has initiated preparations to constitute the 8th Pay Commission for government employees and pensioners. Speaking on the first day of the 10th session of the 13th Tripura Legislative Assembly, Singha Roy outlined the history of pay revisions in the... The post Tripura Government Preparing to Set Up 8th Pay Commission: Finance Minister Pranajit Singha Roy first appeared on Northeast Today

Agartala, August 27, 2026: Tripura Leader of Opposition Jitendra Chaudhury has called for immediate attention to alleged discrepancies in the ongoing census process, asking Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha to ensure that officials and enumerators record household and population details exactly as found during field verification. Raising the issue during Thursdays Assembly proceedings, Chaudhury pointed... The post LoP Jitendra Chaudhury Raises Alleged Irregularities in Ongoing Census Exercise, Urge

A three-day training programme on Earthquake-Resistant Construction Technology for masons concluded at Itanagar on Thursday. Organised by the Department of Disaster Management, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, the programme was held from August 25 to 27 in Itanagar. The course module, prepared by SID&P, PWD Itanagar, covered fundamentals of earthquakes and resistant planning, foundation and masonry... The post Arunachal: Disaster Management Deptt Concludes 3-Day Training On Earthquake-Resistant

A week-long Basic Course for Scout Masters and Guide Captains, was organised by Bharat Scouts and Guides, Arunachal Pradesh, at the State Training Centre, Itanagar from 20 to 26 august. The 1 week course saw participation of 45 teachers, 20 Scout Masters and 25 Guide Captains, from across the state. The training team comprised 8... The post Arunachal: 45 Teachers Complete Basic Course Of Bharat Scouts And Guides At State Training Centre first appeared on Northeast Today .

Guwahati, August 27: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday accused the Congress of obstructing the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and other progressive laws, alleging that the partys stance had denied women equal rights. Speaking during his visit to Gujarats Gir Somnath, where he offered prayers at the Somnath temple, Sarma... The post UCC Not Implemented Due To Anti-Women Congress, Alleges Assam CM Himanta Sarma first appeared on Northeast Today .

The Mizoram Assembly is set to witness a historic moment on Thursday as Chief Minister Lalduhoma moves a resolution to adopt the Mizo devotional and patriotic song Ro Min Relsak Ang Che as the official state song. An official confirmed that the resolution will be tabled for deliberation by members, with adoption expected after discussion.... The post Mizoram CM Lalduhoma To Move Resolution To Adopt Ro Min Relsak Ang Che As State Song first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, August 27, 2026: The opening day of the Tripura Assemblys monsoon session was disrupted by a political confrontation over nationalism after Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ratan Lal Nath questioned Leader of Opposition Jitendra Chaudhurys participation in a programme marking the birth anniversary of Cuban revolutionary Fidel Castro. The issue was raised by Nath during Zero... The post Tripura: Minister Ratan Lal Nath Attacks CPI(M) Over Fidel Castro Event, LoP Jitendra Chaudhury Rejects

Agartala, August 27, 2026: Tripura has spent 87.87 crore on 12 small and medium-scale tourism destination projects completed over the past three years, while more than 400 crore is being invested in five major tourism infrastructure projects currently under execution. However, expansion of tourism infrastructure, particularly in the ADC areas, continues to face challenges over... The post Rs 487-crore Tourism Projects Underway in Tripura; Forest Clearances, Funding Constraints Remain Major Hurdl

Agartala, August 27, 2026: Tripura has achieved 86.52 per cent coverage of rural households with piped drinking water connections, with 6,47,437 of the states total 7,50,449 households receiving the facility as of August 20, 2026, Chief Minister Prof Dr Manik Saha informed the Assembly on Thursday. Replying to a query raised by BJP MLA Jahar... The post 86.52% of Tripura Households Now Covered by Piped Drinking Water: CM Dr Manik Saha first appeared on Northeast Today .

Itanagar, August 27: Tirap Police and the civil administration have arrested four persons, including two serving Arunachal Pradesh Police personnel, for alleged drug peddling in Deomali. The arrests were made during a joint operation by Deomali and Khonsa Police along with the Sub-Divisional Administration at the Deomali Check Gate. Acting on specific information that a... The post Arunachal: Tirap Police Nab Drug Peddlers; 2 Serving IRBn Jawans Among 4 Arrested first appeared on Northeast Today

Shillong, Aug 27: Voice of the People Party (VPP) president Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit has attributed the recent violence during a Khasi Students Union (KSU) protest to an alleged intelligence failure and inadequate security preparedness. Basaiawmoit said the administration should have anticipated possible disruptions and made adequate security arrangements for the large gathering. He urged the... The post Meghalaya: VPP Chief Blames Intelligence Failure For Violence During KSU Protest first appe

Itanagar, August 27: A. Balakrishnan, President of Vivekananda Kendra and Chairman of Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Kanyakumari, died on August 27, 2026, at the age of 88, leaving behind a lasting legacy in Arunachal Pradeshs educational journey. Born on May 3, 1938, Balakrishnan began his career in the Indian Air Force before meeting Eknath Ranade, founder... The post End Of An Era: A. Balakrishnan, Who Took VKVs To Arunachal, Passes Away At 88; State Mourns first appeared on Northeast Today .

Shillong, Aug 27: The Voice of the People Party (VPP) has rejected Chief Minister Conrad K Sangmas remarks on the role of traditional institutions in land-related matters. VPP chief Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit said the KHADC Land Act does not take away the powers or rights of traditional heads. He said the legislation was introduced to... The post Meghalaya: VPP Chief Defends KHADC Land Act, Says Traditional Rights Remain Protected first appeared on Northeast Today .

Itanagar, August 27: The controversy over Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Meins Scheduled Tribe status has intensified, with leading Tai Khamti-Singpho organisations defending him and condemning remarks made by Arunachal Scheduled Tribe Bachao Andolan Committee (ASBAC) General Secretary Millo Ambo. At a joint press conference, representatives of the Tai Khamti Singpho Council, Tai Khamti... The post Arunachal Deputy CM Chowna Mein ST Row: Tai Khamti-Singpho Bodies Hit Back At Mill

Four Naga civilians were reportedly killed, another injured and one remains missing after Kuki militants allegedly carried out an ambush along the IT Road in Kangpokpi district on Thursday morning. According to preliminary reports, the incident occurred at around 8.30 am between Makui Ashang and Thanamba Naga, a stretch considered a vital lifeline for Naga... The post Manipur: Four Naga Civilians Killed, One Injured And One Missing in Ambush On IT Road first appeared on Northeast Today .

Shillong, Aug 27: The Khasi Students Union (KSU) has temporarily suspended its agitation following assurances from the Meghalaya government on its five-point charter of demands. The issues discussed during talks included the proposed Shree Cement project, implementation of the Meghalaya Residents Safety and Security Act (MRSSA), regulation of migrant workers, recruitment reforms and concerns related... The post Meghalaya Govt Assures Action On Five-Point Charter, KSU Suspends Agitation first app

Security forces and police arrested two persons and seized a total of around 2.71 kg of suspected brown sugar in separate anti-narcotics operations in Senapati and Kangpokpi districts of Manipur on Wednesday. In the first operation, a combined team of SOT Senapati Police, D-78 CRPF, QAT B-109 and 16 Assam Rifles, while conducting frisking and... The post Two Arrested, 2.71 Kg Suspected Brown Sugar Seized In Manipur first appeared on Northeast Today .

A health camp focusing on hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and gender-affirming healthcare was held at Kaidongpham, Moirang, on Thursday, bringing together medical professionals and community experts to promote informed and safe healthcare choices. Organised by the Matai Society as part of its quarterly LGBTQ programme, the camp aimed at providing accurate information on HRT, dispelling... The post Manipur: Health Camp Puts Spotlight On Safe, Informed Hormone Therapy first appeared on Northeast

In a significant anti-narcotics operation, Assam Rifles, in coordination with the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Silchar, seized a massive consignment of Yaba tablets valued at approximately 168 crore in Cachar district. The joint operation was carried out between Tuesday night and Wednesday at Jujhang Pahar in Lakhipur, leading to the recovery of 5.6 lakh... The post Assam Rifles, DRI Seized Yaba Tablets Worth Rs 168 Crore In Cachar; One Arrested first appeared on Northeast Today .

Dimapur, Aug 27: Dimapur Police have seized 126 cartons containing 19,760 bottles of suspected codeine-based cough syrup during a raid on a warehouse at Jain Temple Road in Marwari Patti. According to the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Dimapur, the seizure included 101 cartons of Bescod Cough Syrup containing 16,160 bottles and 25 cartons of EB-DYL... The post Nagaland: Dimapur Police Seize 19,760 Bottles Of Suspected Codeine-Based Cough Syrup first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, August 27, 2026: The Directorate of Elementary Education, Government of Tripura, has finalised a team of students and teachers from West Tripura district who will visit Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi to meet the President of India on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan on August 28, 2026. The visit was being organised following a... The post Tripura Students Selected for Raksha Bandhan Meeting with President at Rashtrapati Bhavan first appeared on Northeast Today .

Itanagar, August 26: The Government of Arunachal Pradesh has notified uniform eligibility criteria for direct recruitment to posts and services across the state, making a valid Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC), Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) certificate and knowledge of an indigenous tribal language mandatory. Issued under the authority of the Governor and following a Cabinet... The post Arunachal Notifies Uniform Eligibility Criteria For Direct Recruitment; APST, PRC And Tribal L

Agartala, August 26, 2026: A joint anti-drug operation in Charipara, a border-area village on the outskirts of Agartala, led to the arrest of a suspected narcotics dealer and the recovery of heroin and yaba tablets valued at approximately Rs 10 lakh, Tripura Police said on Wednesday. The operation was carried out by personnel of Amtali... The post Tripura: Heroin, Yaba Worth Rs 10 Lakh Seized in Agartala Outskirts, Suspected Peddler Arrested first appeared on Northeast Today .

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday assured Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh that the Centre would fulfil the aspirations of the people of the State during a meeting in New Delhi. Khemchand met Shah at the Union Home Ministers official residence around 3 p.m. and raised various issues concerning Manipur. According to the... The post Amit Shah Meets Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand In New Delhi first appeared on Northeast Today .