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Continuing its crackdown on narcotics, West Siang Polices Anti-Drug Squad (ADS) busted a drug peddling case in Aalo, seizing suspected heroin and arresting one person. Police said the operation was conducted on August 28 at around 6 PM at a rented accommodation in Upper Colony, Aalo, based on credible intelligence input. During the raid, the... The post Arunachal: Major Drug Bust In Aalo; West Siang Police Recovers 2.38 Gm Heroin, One Held first appeared on Northeast Today .

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Monday attended a reception programme at the BJP state office, Thambal Sanglen, in Imphal, following his return from New Delhi, where he met Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Singh was welcomed by BJP State President A. Sharda Devi, MLAs, senior party leaders and party workers. During the programme,... The post Manipur CM Khemchand Briefs BJP Leaders On Census Postponement, Appeals For Peace first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, September 01, 2026: Tripuras former BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Rajib Bhattacharjee on Tuesday defended the Speakers decision to expel opposition MLA Sudip Roy Barman from the Tripura Legislative Assembly chamber, while asserting that rules and discipline must be maintained during House proceedings. Addressing a press conference at the BJP state office, Bhattacharjee... The post Tripura BJP backs Speakers action, rules out talks with Tipra Motha: MP Rajib Bhattacharjee first appea

Normal life was severely disrupted across five valley districts of Manipur on Tuesday as a 24-hour statewide strike called by the Campaign for Just and Fair Delimitation (JFD) over its demand for updating the National Register of Citizens (NRC) before the Census brought businesses, educational institutions and public transport to a standstill. Markets and business... The post Manipur: JFD Strike Disrupts Normal Life Across Manipur Valley Districts first appeared on Northeast Today .

Guwahati, Sept 1: A tragic landslide in Guwahatis Mathgharia area claimed the lives of three members of a family early Tuesday, while another was left injured. According to police, the incident occurred as the family was asleep in their home when the hillside gave way, burying the structure. A couple and their daughter lost their... The post Three Of Family Killed, One Injured In Landslide In Assam first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, September 01, 2026: Incumbent MP and former Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb on Monday late evening held a meeting with the state BJP leadership at the party headquarters here for the first time after taking charge as the BJPs National General Secretary. The meeting generated considerable enthusiasm among BJP workers and supporters. Organisational... The post Biplab Kumar Deb Meets Tripura BJP Leadership as National General Secretary for First Time first appeared on Northeast To

Arunachal Pradesh made a thunderous start to their campaign in the National Football Championship for Dr. B.C. Roy Trophy (Tier 2) being held at Naya Raipur, Chhattisgarh. In a one-sided encounter, Arunachal Pradesh Junior Boys routed Pondicherry 15-0, displaying dominant attacking football from start to finish. Ukham Taba was the star of the match with... The post Arunachal Junior Boys Crush Pondicherry 15-0 In Dr. B.C. Roy Trophy first appeared on Northeast Today .

The Campaign for Just and Fair Delimitation (JFD) has called for a 24-hour general strike across Manipur from midnight on August 31, after the Centre failed to issue an official announcement deferring the Census exercise in the state until the National Register of Citizens (NRC) is implemented. Addressing a press conference on Monday, JFD executive... The post Manipur: JFD Calls 24-Hour Manipur General Strike Over NRC- Census Demand first appeared on Northeast Today .

Guwahati, Aug 31: Assam is set to become the third state in India to house a Proton Beam Therapy Centre for cancer treatment, and notably, the first such facility in the government sector. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Sunday that the advanced centre will be established in Guwahati with an investment of Rs... The post Assam To Set Up Indias First Government Proton Beam Therapy Centre At 600 Crore: CM Himanta first appeared on Northeast Today .

In a major breakthrough in the ongoing crackdown on insurgent activities along the Assam-Arunachal border, troops of the 20 Assam Rifles have arrested a senior NSCN(IM) operative from Ledo. The arrest was made on August 28 on the basis of credible intelligence regarding movement of armed cadres involved in arms smuggling and extortion. The accused... The post Assam Rifles Nabs NSCN(IM) Sergeant Major In Ledo, Recovers Extortion Trail first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, August 31, 2026: Following expulsion of Congress MLA Sudip Roy Barman from the Assembly, Tripura Leader of Opposition on Monday questioned the state governments handling of the investigation into the unnatural death of Director General of Police (DGP) Anurag Dhankar, alleging that the governments words and actions do not reflect a genuine effort to... The post If Government Wants Truth, Why Not SIT or Sitting HC Judge?: Tripura LoP Jitendra Chaudhury on DGP Death first appeared on Nort

Agartala, August 31, 2026: Congress MLA Sudip Roy Barman was expelled from the Tripura Legislative Assembly for the day on Monday after he allegedly used unparliamentary language against Speaker Rampada Jamatia during the third day of the 13th Assemblys 10th session. The action came during Zero Hour when Barman attempted to raise the issue surrounding... The post Speaker Rampada Jamatia Expels Congress MLA Sudip Roy Barman from Tripura Assembly first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, August 31, 2026: The final sitting of the Tripura Legislative Assemblys ongoing session turned stormy on Monday after Opposition legislators raised serious allegations over the reported disappearance of a suicide note allegedly left behind by former Tripura DGP Anurag Dhankar. The controversy erupted moments before Question Hour was to commence when senior Congress MLA... The post Tripura Assembly Turns Stormy on Final Day as Sudip Roy Barman Raises Alleged Concealment of DGP Anurag Dh

Arunachal Pradeshs young shooting talent Marpi Karlo, an 11-year-old Class VII student of VKV Nirjuli, has brought laurels to the state by qualifying for the National Shooting Championship Competition (NSCC) during the 13th North East Zone Shooting Championship in Guwahati, Assam. Marpi, daughter of Jummar Karlo and a resident of Lower Siang district, secured an... The post 11-Year-Old Shooter Marpi Karlo Shines At North East Zone Championship; Set To Represent Arunachal Pradesh At National Shoo

Agartala, August 31, 2026: Chief Minister Professor Dr. Manik Saha on Monday informed the Tripura Legislative Assembly that 204.45 kilometres of roads in the state have already been upgraded to double-lane status, while the remaining state highways would be taken up for widening in the next phase, subject to availability of land and funds. Responding... The post Tripura Government Plans Double-Laning of Remaining Highways, New 3.985-km Flyover to Ease Agartala Traffic: CM Dr Manik Saha first app

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh appealed to all sections of society to refrain from calling bandhs and blockades to press their demands, saying such actions often lead to unwanted violence and cause hardship to the public. Speaking to media before leaving for New Delhi, Khemchand said both the Manipur and Union governments were committed... The post Manipur CM Appeals Against Bandhs, Urges People To Adopt Democratic Means first appeared on Northeast Today .

Guwahati, Aug 31: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Sunday that the state government will invest Rs 50,000 crore over the next five years to strengthen infrastructure across multiple sectors. Speaking at a press conference after a cabinet meeting, Sarma said the initiative, titled Viksit Assam: Infra Vision, has been approved to accelerate... The post Assam Govt To Invest Rs 50,000 Crore In Infrastructure Development Over Next Five Years: CM Himanta first appeared on Northeas

Gangtok, Aug 31: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Monday flagged off a dedicated relief mission to Nepal carrying essential supplies and medical assistance for people affected by the recent tragedy. The relief initiative, undertaken by the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha under the banner Sikkim for Nepal, aims to extend support and solidarity to the... The post Sikkim Flags Off Relief Mission To Nepal Under Sikkim For Nepal Initiative first appeared on Northeast Today .

Kohima, Aug 31: People and village authorities from 12 villages along the WokhaBokajan road have welcomed the Nagaland Cabinets decision to pursue National Highway status for the important road link. The villages expressed appreciation to Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio and Roads and Bridges Minister G. Kaito Aye for the initiative, saying the road serves as... The post 12 Villages Welcome Nagaland Cabinets Move To Seek NH Status For WokhaBokajan Road first appeared on Northeast Today .

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast fairly widespread to widespread rainfall across the northeastern states, including Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura, till September 5. The weather department has also predicted thunderstorms accompanied by lightning at isolated places across the region till September 3. Heavy rainfall is likely over Nagaland from... The post IMD Forecasts Widespread Rainfall Across Northeast Till September 5 first a

Agartala, August 31, 2026: Newly appointed BJP National General Secretary and Lok Sabha MP Biplab Kumar Deb received a grand welcome in Tripura on Sunday, with the reception beginning at Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport and culminating in a felicitation programme at Rabindra Satabarshiki Bhawan in Agartala. A warm hug between Deb and Chief Minister Professor... The post BJP National GS & MP Biplab Kumar Deb Gets Grand Welcome in Tripura, Calls for BJP Unity and Grassroots Outreach first appeared on N

Agartala, August 30, 2026: Tripura Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha on Sunday assured that the state government would continue its recruitment process and fill up available vacancies despite occasional technical issues. He also said the government was taking steps to prevent any unreasonable increase in prices of essential commodities. Speaking to reporters, Saha said... The post Tripura CM Dr Manik Saha Assures Recruitment Will Continue, Says Govt Working to Check Price Rise first appeared o

Agartala, August 30, 2026: Tripura Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha on Sunday said the state government is working continuously towards building a self-reliant and developed Tripura, with employment generation, skill development and womens empowerment among its key priorities. The Chief Minister was speaking at a programme held at Muktadhara Auditorium in Agartala, where he... The post Tripura CM Dr Manik Saha Hands Over Appointment Letters to 16 Fire Service Drivers, Sewing Machines to 180 W

Agartala, August 30, 2026: Tripuras Animal Resources Development (ARD), Fisheries and SC Welfare Minister and Fatikroy MLA Sudhangshu Das on Sunday described Prime Minister Narendra Modis monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat as an apolitical initiative that inspires citizens and brings lesser-known stories, traditions and achievements from across the country into the public domain. Das... The post Mann Ki Baat is an apolitical programme that inspires citizens and highlights Indias unknown storie

Arunachal Pradesh has recorded another rare species of dragonfly with the first photographic documentation of the Spoon-tailed Duskhawker (Gynacantha basiguttata) in the state, belonging to the Aeshnidae, a family of large, strong-flying dragonflies known as hawkers. The Spoon-tailed Duskhawker features a distinct black T-shaped mark on the frons (the front part of the head) and... The post First Photographic Record Of Rare Dragonfly In Arunachal Adds To States Biodiversity first appeared on Nor

Agartala, August 29, 2026: The long-awaited Village Committee elections under the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) are set to move closer to the polling stage, with the State Election Commission (SEC) likely to announce the election schedule on August 31, according to sources. The announcement is expected to trigger the formal electoral process... The post Tripura Village Committee Elections Set to Begin as State Election Commission Likely to Announce Poll Schedule on Au

Agartala, August 29, 2026: Chief Minister Professor (Dr.) Manik Saha on Saturday unveiled a marble statue of legendary Indian hockey player Major Dhyan Chand, popularly known as the Wizard of Hockey, at a function in Agartala. Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Saha described the unveiling as a very special day and a momentous occasion, while... The post CM Dr Manik Saha Unveils Marble Statue of Wizard of Hockey Major Dhyan Chand at Agartala first appeared on Northeast Today .

The Assam Congress staged statewide demonstrations on Saturday to oppose the governments proposal to reduce the Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) around Kaziranga National Park. Party leaders and workers organised padayatras across multiple districts, including Sonitpur, Lakhimpur, Hailakandi, Karimganj, Tinsukia, Karbi Anglong and Golaghat, marching through district headquarters and raising slogans against the move. The Congress has... The post Assam Congress Holds Statewide Protests Against Proposed Ka

Shillong, August 29: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday visited the Assam Regimental Centre in Shillong, where he was felicitated with the regiments highest traditional honour, Gaon Bura. During his visit, Sarma witnessed a ceremonial parade and an arms demonstration showcasing the discipline, precision and military traditions of the Assam Regiment. He also... The post Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Honoured With Gaon Bura Title At Assam Regimental Centre first appeared on Northe

The Supreme Court has declined to entertain a petition challenging the 2026 amendments to the Mizo Marriage, Divorce and Inheritance of Property Act, 2014, which the petitioner argued discriminates against Mizo women who marry outside their tribe. A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice V Mohana observed that the matter... The post Supreme Court Refuses To Hear Plea Challenging Mizo Inheritance Law Amendments, Allows Petitioner To Approach Guwahati High C

Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Saturday addressed a national seminar on the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR), 1873, organised by Naga Students Federation (NSF). The seminar examined the BEFR and the Inner Line Permit (ILP) system from historical, constitutional, legal and contemporary perspectives. Rio called for a balanced and humane ILP policy that protects... The post Nagaland CM Neiphiu Rio Calls For Balanced ILP Policy To Protect Indigenous Rights first appeared on Northeas

The Department of Youth Affairs and Sports, Manipur, observed National Sports Day 2026 at Khuman Lampak Sports Complex here on Saturday to commemorate the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand. Youth Affairs and Sports and Home Minister Govindas Konthoujam, who was the chief guest, flagged off a 21-km half-marathon from Khuman Lampak to... The post National Sports Day Celebrated In Manipur first appeared on Northeast Today .

Shillong, Aug 29: Meghalaya Sports and Youth Affairs Minister Wailadmiki Shylla said the government will establish a High-Performance Sports Science Centre at the Integrated Multipurpose Hall in the J.N. Stadium Complex, Polo Ground, which is scheduled to be inaugurated in September. Speaking at the National Sports Day 2026 celebration in Shillong, held under the theme... The post Meghalaya To Set Up High-Performance Sports Science Centre In Shillong first appeared on Northeast Today .

Aiming for youth-led economic transformation, Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Saturday announced the Arunachal Human Capital & Economic Transformation Vision 2036. The vision document lays out a 10-year roadmap to make Arunachals youth skilled, job-ready and globally competitive, supported by the newly launched Arun MSME (micro, small, and medium enterprises) Mission. Outlining the initiative, Khandu... The post Arunachal: CM Khandu Launches Arun MSME Mission To Skill 1 Lakh Youth, Create Global O

Guwahati, Aug 29: The tea industry in Assam and West Bengal is facing a severe crisis as auction prices have plunged sharply over the past two months, compounded by floods, extreme heat, and pest infestations that have disrupted production. The Tea Association of India (TAI) reported that average auction prices at North Indias three major... The post Assam Tea Industry Faces Crisis As Auction Prices Plunge 15% Amid Floods first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, August 29, 2026: Police detained a group of TET-qualified job seekers near Town Hall on Saturday as they gathered for a planned protest demanding recruitment and employment. The candidates had announced a programme to lay siege to the Chief Ministers residence to draw the governments attention to their long-pending demand. However, before the protest... The post TET-Qualified Candidates Protest Recruitment Delay, Detained by Police Before Planned CM Residence March first appeared on No

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Saturday felicitated gymnasts Ariha Pangambam and Anjori Pangambam at the Secretariat for their commendable performances at the Asian Aerobic Gymnastics Championship held in Tagaytay City, Philippines. Ariha Pangambam created history by winning the gold medal in the senior womens individual event, becoming the first Indian gymnast to achieve... The post Manipur CM Felicitates Gymnasts Ariha, Anjori For Asian Championship Performance first appeared

Senior IAS officer Rajeev Singh Thakur is likely to be appointed as the next Chief Secretary of Manipur following the Centres approval of his inter-cadre deputation to the state. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the inter-cadre deputation of Thakur, a 1995-batch IAS officer of the Rajasthan cadre, to the Manipur cadre,... The post Rajeev Singh Thakur Likely To Be Next Manipur Chief Secretary first appeared on Northeast Today .