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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

Agartala, September 01, 2026:Tripura recorded 446 cases related to illegal infiltration along its international border during 2023, 2024 and 2025, Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha, who also holds the Home portfolio, informed the Tripura Legislative Assembly on Monday. Dr Saha was replying to a query raised by Congress MLA Sudip Sarkar regarding illegal infiltration and... The post Tripura Registers 446 Illegal Infiltration Cases in Three Years: CM Dr Manik Saha first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, September 01, 2026: Manipurs healthcare sector could witness a major expansion with the proposed elevation of the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Imphal, to AIIMS status and the planned establishment of a new medical college in Senapati district. The developments followed a meeting between Union Health and Family Welfare Minister JP Nadda and... The post Manipur: RIMS Imphal Set for AIIMS Upgrade, New Medical College for Senapati first appeared on Northeast Today .

In a move to strengthen wildlife protection in one of Arunachal Pradeshs most sensitive habitats, essential field gear was provided to frontline personnel of Kamlang Tiger Reserve by the Wildlife Trust of India (WTI) and The Serenity Trust in collaboration with the Arunachal Pradesh Environment and Forest Department. The support is aimed at enhancing patrolling... The post Arunachal: Frontline Staff Of Kamlang Tiger Reserve Get Field Gear Boost To Strengthen Anti-Poaching Operations first appear

Guwahati, Aug 31: Assam Police carried out simultaneous operations across three locations, arresting 33 individuals suspected of cattle smuggling and rescuing nearly 300 livestock. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma confirmed the crackdown in a social media post, stating that 22 vehicles were seized and 298 mother cows freed during the coordinated action. He emphasized that... The post 33 Suspected Cattle Smugglers Arrested, 298 Cattle Rescued In Assam first appeared on Northeast Today .

Two motorola mid-rangers, one big camera upgrade, and Easy EMIs from Bajaj Finance to help you pick the right one without straining your budget. motorolas G-series keeps growing, and two names are drawing attention from mid-range buyers this year: the moto G77 Power 5G and the motorola moto G87. The moto G77 Power 5G launched... The post moto G77 Power 5G vs moto G87: Every Specification Compared for Mid-Range Buyers first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, August 31, 2026: A heated political debate erupted in the Tripura Legislative Assembly on Monday over alleged remarks by former Chief Minister and CPI(M) leader Manik Sarkar calling for a militant movement if the government failed to meet certain demands. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ratan Lal Nath termed the alleged statement a matter of serious... The post Tripura Ministers Ratan Lal Nath, Sushanta Chowdhury Warn of Unrest, Target Ex-CM Manik Sarkar Over Militant Remark first appea

Three people were killed and four others injured after N. Teikhang village under T. Waichong Sub-Division of Kangpokpi district came under heavy attack by armed miscreants on Monday morning. According to police sources, the attack took place between 7 and 8 am. The deceased were identified as Lamtinthang Lhoujem, 34, son of Seilun Lhoujem; Tingneichin... The post Manipur: Three Killed, Four Injured In Attack On N. Teikhang Village In Kangpokpi first appeared on Northeast Today .

Aizawl, Aug 31: Mizoram currently operates 48 centres and homes dedicated to the care and rehabilitation of individuals struggling with drug addiction, with 5,224 people undergoing treatment, officials confirmed on Sunday. The state government has extended financial assistance amounting to Rs 42 lakh to these facilities during the current year, Emphasizing its commitment to combating... The post Mizoram Has 48 Drug Rehabilitation Centres, 5,224 People Undergoing Treatment first appeared on North

Agartala, August 31, 2026: The Tripura government collected more than 52.04 crore in the last three financial years from traffic law violations, Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha, who also holds the Home portfolio, informed the Assembly on Monday. Replying to an un-starred question raised by MLA Nayan Sarkar, Dr. Saha said the state treasury... The post Tripura Traffic Violations Fetch 52 Crore in Three Years; Over 24.85 Crore Penalties Collected in 2025-26 and 2026-27 first appeared on Northe

Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho and eight other Naga legislators have urged Union Home Minister Amit Shah to take immediate action against Kuki militant leaders allegedly involved in the killing and mutilation of six Naga civilians. In a letter to Shah, the legislators sought the immediate arrest of Thangboi Kipgen of the Kuki National Front... The post Manipur: Naga MLAs Urge Amit Shah To Arrest KNF(P) Leader, Abrogate SoO Pact first appeared on Northeast Today .

Guwahati, Aug 31: The death toll in the tragic collision between a minibus and a truck in Assams Kamrup Metropolitan district has climbed to seven after three more victims succumbed to their injuries. Police confirmed the fatalities on Monday, a day after the accident occurred. The crash took place on National Highway 27 at Tetelia... The post Assam Minibus-Truck Collision Death Toll Climbs To 7 On National Highway -27 first appeared on Northeast Today .

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

Guwahati, August 29: Retired Gauhati University professor Dipali Sarkar and her husband Manash Ghosh have gone missing in flood-hit Nepal while on a pilgrimage to Kailash Mansarovar, sparking concern among family, colleagues, and the academic community. Sarkar, who served in the Department of Physics at Gauhati University, was traveling with her husband as part of... The post Assam: Retired Gauhati University Professor And Husband Missing In Nepal Floods During Kailash Mansarovar Pilgrimage firs

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

Gangtok, Aug 29: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Saturday flagged off a 5-km run organised by the SKM Sports Wing in collaboration with the Department of Sports and Youth Affairs to mark National Sports Day and pay tribute to legendary hockey player Major Dhyan Chand. Around 500 participants took part in the run,... The post Sikkim CM Prem Singh Tamang Flags Off 5-Km Run On National Sports Day first appeared on Northeast Today .

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

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken cognisance of a complaint regarding the death of a 16-year-old minor in Namsai district on January 14, 2026, and has sought an Action Taken Report from the district authorities. The complaint was filed before the Commission by child rights activist and Editor-in-Chief of Diyun Times, Nikas Chakma,... The post Arunachal: NHRC Takes Cognisance Of Namsai Minor Death Case, Seeks Action Taken Report From SP, DM first appeared on Northeast Today .

In a significant drug bust along the Indo-Myanmar border, a joint team of Changlang District Police and 21 Assam Rifles arrested two Myanmarese nationals and seized 130.9 grams of suspected heroin. Police said the operation was launched on the basis of specific intelligence input regarding movement of narcotics. The joint team intercepted the duo under... The post Arunachal: Two Myanmar Nationals Arrested With Heroin In Joint Operation In Changlang first appeared on Northeast Today .

Guwahati, Aug 29: In a decisive operation against narcotics trafficking, Assams Special Task Force (STF) arrested three individuals and seized heroin valued at more than 3 crore. Acting on specific intelligence, STF personnel intercepted a vehicle in the Beharbari area of Guwahati and recovered 379 grams of heroin from the suspects. The Chief Minister of... The post Heroin Worth Over Rs 3 Crore Seized In Assam, Three Arrested first appeared on Northeast Today .

Guwahati, Aug 29: Five senior members of the Assam Congress have formally submitted applications seeking party tickets to contest the upcoming Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election, according to party sources. The aspirants include former legislators Sibamoni Bora and Durlav Chamua, along with Imdad Hussain, Maidul Islam Khan, and Ranjit Barman. Their applications mark the beginning of... The post Five Congress Leaders Seek Party Tickets For Nagaon Lok Sabha Bypoll In Assam first appeared on Northeast To

Guwahati, August 29: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has confirmed that details of 12 individuals from the state who remain untraced in Nepal have been established, as rescue agencies continue efforts to locate them following the devastating flash floods. In a statement shared on social media, Sarma said authorities are working to establish communication... The post 12 Assam People Remain Untraced In Nepal After Flash Floods, Says Himanta Biswa Sarma first appeared on Northeast Today .

Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio has announced that the revised Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority (FNTA) Bill is expected to be tabled during the upcoming Assembly session beginning September 1, with the possibility of being passed by September 3. Speaking to reporters, Rio explained that the State Cabinet had recently engaged in discussions with the Eastern... The post Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority Bill Likely To Be Tabled In Sept 1 Assembly Session, Says CM Rio first appeare

Kohima, August 29: The Nagaland Legislative Assembly will hold the ninth session of the 14th State Assembly on September 1 and 3, according to the Provisional Programme of Business released on Friday. The two-day session will begin with an obituary reference, followed by Question Hour. The agenda for the first day includes reporting on the... The post Nagaland Assembly To Hold Two-Day Session On September 1 And 3 first appeared on Northeast Today .

The National Peoples Party (NPP), Manipur, has strongly condemned the August 27 ambush on the Imphal-Tamei (IT) Road between Makui Ashang and Thanamba Naga villages, in which four Naga civilians were killed. In a statement, NPP Manipur president Dr Lorho S. Pfoze described the incident as a horrific and unprovoked attack that claimed the lives... The post NPP Manipur Condemns Ambush, Killing Of Four Naga Civilians first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, August 29, 2026: Four young students from Tripura celebrated Raksha Bandhan with President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on Friday, creating a memorable moment for the students and a proud occasion for the state. The studentsMeheresiya Sarkar of Class V, and Amit Kumar Sarkar, Rike Deb and Pratik Sarkar of Class... The post Tripura Students Celebrate Raksha Bandhan with President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan first appeared on Northeast Today .

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 .