India counters China, formally names 27 places in Arunachal Pradesh
India has been dismissing Chinese efforts to assign fictitious names to Indian territory, asserting such attempts to create baseless narratives cannot alter undeniable reality
In a significant development, India on Friday formally identified 27 locations and geographical features in Arunachal Pradesh on the official maps of the Survey of India, a move that comes amid repeated attempts by China...
India maps 27 Arunachal places amid dispute with China
New Delhi: With China repeatedly renaming some places in Arunachal Pradesh, India on Friday formally identified 27 places and features in the state by their standard names on the official Indian map. Identifying them formally on the Survey of India map of Arunachal Pradesh is aimed at facilitating their accurate recognition and better awareness among Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
India counters China's 'map war', assigns official names to 27 Arunachal sites
India ahs onsistently rejected Beijing's practice of assigning Chinese names to places in Arunachal Pradesh, describing the exercise as vain and preposterous. India has maintained that such actions do not change the undeniable fact that the state was, is, and will remain an integral part of the country. Several of the newly marked locations hold strategic importance because of their proximity to the Line of Actual Control (LAC).
India Counters China, Maps 27 Places In Arunachal Using Official Names
China's act of renaming places in Arunachal Pradesh has always been categorically rejected by New Delhi, which has consistently termed such moves vain and preposterous.
India identified 27 places, features in Arunachal Pradesh by their standard names on official map
India has formally identified twenty-seven places in Arunachal Pradesh on its official map. This action aims to ensure accurate recognition and public awareness of these locations. China has repeatedly renamed places in Arunachal Pradesh, which India rejects. India asserts Arunachal Pradesh is an integral part of the nation. These efforts aim to counter China's attempts to create baseless narratives.
Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu has denied reports of a fresh Chinese PLA incursion in Upper Subansiri district, saying he will speak to the Indian Army and local organisations to ascertain the facts. The claims follow allegations by the Nah Welfare Society of Chinese infrastructure and increased activity near the Taksing sector along the LAC.
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu said the Supreme Courts decision to summon the states top officials over alleged non-cooperation with the CBI followed the absence of its standing counsel during the hearing. Khandu said the issue will be clarified at the next hearing on August 24, while the CBI probes alleged irregularities in government contracts.
Arunachal CM Dismisses PLA Face-Off Reports as 'Rumours' in Taksing
The social media reports referring to the locals alleged an incursion by Chinese forces in Arunachal Pradesh along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).
Chinese incursion in Taksin? Arunachal CM to verify claim
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has stated his government will verify reports of alleged Chinese incursions in the Taksing sector of Upper Subansiri district. The claims, made by the Nah Welfare Society, suggest Chinese PLA personnel entered areas near villages close to the Line of Actual Control. Khandu plans to consult with the Indian Army and local bodies before drawing conclusions, while the Army previously rejected similar allegations from the NWS.
New trade deals offer Arunachal Pradesh farmers and manufacturers global market access. Nine agreements spanning thirty-eight countries create wider export opportunities for producers. These pacts aim to lower tariffs and reduce trade barriers for Indian exporters. Arunachal Pradesh's agriculture and horticulture sectors hold significant export potential. Strengthening infrastructure and market linkages will boost the state's export growth.
Arunachal: Pema Khandu calls SC summons over CBI cooperation a
Guwahati: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has described the Supreme Courts decision to summon the states Chief Secretary and Principal Secretary (Home) over alleged non-cooperation with the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) as the outcome of a one-sided hearing. Khandu said Arunachal Pradesh was unable to present its position before the court because members [] The post Arunachal: Pema Khandu calls SC summons over CBI cooperation a one-sided hearing appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Arunachal: Pema Khandu rejects Chinese incursion claims, seeks verification of Taksing reports
Dibrugarh: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Friday rejected claims of a fresh Chinese incursion into Indian territory, saying the Indian Army remains deployed along the frontier and is maintaining security in the area. Speaking to reporters, Khandu said he did not believe an incursion had taken place but added that the allegations raised [] The post Arunachal: Pema Khandu rejects Chinese incursion claims, seeks verification of Taksing reports appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Arunchal CM Pema Khandu denies Chinese incursion in state, says Army is maintaining Indian territory
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Friday dismissed reports of a Chinese incursion into the state, saying he would verify the claims by speaking to local residents and the Indian Army.
Arunachal: JP Nadda visits flash flood and cloudburst-hit areas in Keyi Panyor
Dibrugarh: Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda on Thursday visited the flash flood- and cloudburst-affected areas of Arunachal Pradeshs Keyi Panyor district to assess the extent of the damage. In a post on X, Nadda said, Visited the flash flood and cloudburst-affected areas in Keyi Panyor district, Arunachal Pradesh, today to assess the extent of the [] The post Arunachal: JP Nadda visits flash flood and cloudburst-hit areas in Keyi Panyor appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Tragedy Strikes Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh: Leaders Express Condolences and Call for Support
New Delhi, August 6: Leaders of the Indian National Congress, including Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, and party president Mallikarjun Kharge, have expressed their deep sorrow over the devastating landslides and floods in Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh. Rahul Gandhi took to social media platform X to convey his condolences. He stated, I am deeply saddened by ... Read more Tragedy Strikes Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh: Leaders Express Condolences and Call for Support
Centre approves 8,970 cr Guwahati-Tezpur access-controlledcorridor
The 135.87 km four-lane highway to improve connectivity across Assam and Arunachal Pradesh; the project includes emergency landing facility
Union Minister J.P. Nadda Chairs Review Meeting On Arunachal Floods In Itanagar
Union Minister for Health & Family Welfare J.P. Nadda on Thursday chaired a high-level review meeting in Itanagar to take stock of the situation in districts affected by recent flash floods and cloudbursts in Arunachal Pradesh. The meeting was attended by Chief Minister Pema Khandu, Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein, state ministers, MLAs, and senior... The post Union Minister J.P. Nadda Chairs Review Meeting On Arunachal Floods In Itanagar first appeared on Northeast Today .
JP Nadda assures Centre's support during visit to flood-hit Arunachal Pradesh
Nadda toured Possa village and the adjoining NEEPCO colony, where he said the Centre, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stands firmly with the people of the state during the crisis, officials said
Cabinet Approves Rs 8,970 Crore Guwahati-Tezpur Highway Corridor
The project will provide seamless connectivity to key economic, social, and logistics nodes across Assam and Arunachal Pradesh.
Arunachal: IFCSAP Launches First Phase Of Flood Relief, Hands Over
The Indigenous Faith and Cultural Society of Arunachal Pradesh (IFCSAP) launched the first phase of its humanitarian assistance for families affected by the flash floods that hit several districts of the state between June 26 and 29. An IFCSAP delegation led by President Dr. Emi Rumi, along with General Secretary Maya Murtem and IFCSAP Papum... The post Arunachal: IFCSAP Launches First Phase Of Flood Relief, Hands Over 2.05 Lakh To Papum Pare first appeared on Northeast Today .
5.1-magnitude earthquake jolts Arunachal Pradesh; no casualties or damage reported
A 5.1 magnitude earthquake struck Arunachal Pradesh's Upper Siang district early August 6. This was the biggest tremor in a series of quakes which occurred in quick succession. No immediate reports of casualties or damage to property were confirmed by officials.
5.1-Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Arunachal Pradesh's Upper Siang
No casualties or damage reported as main quake follows three foreshocks in the seismically active region.
Nadda to visit flood-hit Arunachal Pradesh, review relief and rehabilitation mea
Union Health Minister JP Nadda will visit flood-hit Arunachal Pradesh on Thursday to assess damage, inspect relief camps and review rehabilitation and healthcare measures. The visit is the final leg of his three-day tour of Assam, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh following floods and landslides
Arunachal: New alleged Taksing border face-off visuals trigger calls for official verification
Dibrugarh: Reports and visuals allegedly showing a face-off between Indian Army personnel and troops of the Chinese Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) in the Taksing Circle of Arunachal Pradeshs Upper Subansiri district have surfaced on social media, fuelling fresh concerns over the situation along the India-China border. The images and videos circulating online bear a July [] The post Arunachal: New alleged Taksing border face-off visuals trigger calls for official verification appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Asian Rafting Championships 2026 Coming To Arunachal Pradesh
Boleng in Arunachal Pradesh's Siang district will host the Asian Rafting Championships 2026 in October, boosting the state's adventure sports and tourism profile. Chief Minister Pema Khandu and Minister Ojing Tasing are reviewing preparations for the event, which will showcase the state's rivers and landscapes to an international audience.
JP Nadda to Visit Flood-Affected Arunachal Pradesh Amid Ongoing Relief Efforts
Itanagar, August 6: Union Health Minister JP Nadda is set to visit Arunachal Pradesh on Thursday as part of his three-day tour to assess the impact of floods and landslides in the northeastern states. Previously, he has already visited flood-affected areas in Assam and Nagaland. Naddas itinerary includes inspecting regions hit by sudden floods and ... Read more JP Nadda to Visit Flood-Affected Arunachal Pradesh Amid Ongoing Relief Efforts
Why Mechuka Trout Quest is drawing anglers to Arunachal Pradesh
With pristine rivers, thriving trout populations and a growing catch-and-release culture, the annual Mechuka Trout Quest is drawing anglers from India and abroad, and helping Arunachal Pradesh carve out a niche in adventure tourism
NICL Recruitment: Apply Now for 500 Assistant Positions Before August 7
Kolkata, August 6: The National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) is offering a fantastic opportunity for job seekers. NICL has released an official notification for the recruitment of 500 Assistant positions across various states and union territories. The vacancies are distributed as follows: 14 in Andhra Pradesh, 5 in Arunachal Pradesh, 18 in Assam, 12 in ... Read more NICL Recruitment: Apply Now for 500 Assistant Positions Before August 7
Arunachal Pradesh Achieves Remarkable Development Progress, Says Governor Parnaik
Itanagar, August 6: Arunachal Pradesh Governor K.T. Parnaik announced on Wednesday that the state has made significant strides in development over the past few years. He confirmed that the Lok Bhavan will remain accessible to citizens, students, entrepreneurs, artists, farmers, and representatives of civil society. On Wednesday, the Governor inaugurated the new Governors Secretariat building ... Read more Arunachal Pradesh Achieves Remarkable Development Progress, Says Governor Parnaik
3.6 magnitude earthquake recorded in Upper Siang, Arunachal Pradesh
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Two Jammu Kashmir-Origin IAS Officers Posted to Arunachal Pradesh, Delhi
SRINAGAR: Two IAS officers from Jammu and Kashmir, both members of the 2024 AGMUT cadre, have been assigned responsibilities outside the Union Territory, with Anmol Rathore posted to Arunachal Pradesh and Arjun Gupta serving as Assistant Secretary in the Ministry of Women and Child Development in New Delhi. Rathore, a native of Udrana village in []
Arunachal Jobs 2026 : NERIST Recruitment [Stenographer post]
Applications are invited for recruitment of various administrative positions or jobs in NERIST Arunachal Pradesh in 2026. North Eastern Regional Institute of Science & Technology (NERIST) Arunachal Pradesh is inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to the posts or jobs of Stenographer in 2026. Name of post : Stenographer No. of posts : 3 [] The post Arunachal Jobs 2026 : NERIST Recruitment [Stenographer post] appeared first on NorthEast Now .
The Confederation of Service Associations of Arunachal Pradesh (CoSAAP), Keyi Panyor District Unit today contributed 8,00,000 towards relief and rehabilitation efforts for families hit by recent flash floods in the district. A six-member delegation led by Er. Toko Lento, President and Chukhu Epa, General Secretary handed over the cheque to Ankita Mishra, IAS, Deputy Commissioner,... The post Arunachal: CoSAAP Contributes 8 Lakh For Flood-Affected Families In Keyi Panyor first appeared on Northeast Today .
India's 101st Ramsar Site: What's Special About Arunachal Pradesh's Glaw Lake
A freshwater lake tucked inside a tiger reserve in the Eastern Himalayas has just given Arunachal Pradesh something it never had before: a wetland recognised by the world. On 3 August 2026, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav announced that Glaw Lake
India designates Glaw Lake as 101st Ramsar Site in Arunachal Pradesh
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Arunachal: BRO Sets Up Book Reading Outlets
Itanagar, August 4: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has praised the Border Roads Organisation for establishing Book Reading Outlets across schools and tourist destinations in Tawang under the Keep a Book, Take a Book initiative. In a post on X, Khandu described the initiative by 763 Border Roads Task Force (BRTF), Project Vartak, as... The post Arunachal: BRO Sets Up Book Reading Outlets Keep A Book, Take A Book In Tawang, Receives Praise From CM Khandu first appeared on Northeast Today .
PM Modi-led solar revolution transforming India
Itanagar, Aug 4 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein on Tuesday said that Indias solar energy sector has undergone a remarkable transformation under the leadership of Prime Minister
Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein on Tuesday inspected the ongoing renovation work at Arunachal Bhawan, Mohanbari, along with Minister Gabriel D. Wangsu. Located in close proximity to Dibrugarh Airport, Arunachal Bhawan serves as a vital facility for the people of the state. It is particularly important for residents of Eastern Arunachal Pradesh who frequently use... The post Deputy CM Chowna Mein Inspects Renovation Work at Arunachal Bhawan In Mohanbari, Modern Upgrade Underway first appeared on Northeast Today .
Union Health Minister J P Nadda Begins Three-day Visit To Flood-Affected Northeast
Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare and Chemicals and Fertilizers J.P. Nadda has embarked on a three-day tour of flood-affected regions in Assam, Nagaland, and Arunachal Pradesh to evaluate relief measures and healthcare services. His visit, spanning August 4 to 6, is aimed at assessing the damage caused by floods, flash floods, and cloudbursts,... The post Union Health Minister J P Nadda Begins Three-day Visit To Flood-Affected Northeast first appeared on Northeast Today .
Arunachal: Minister Ojing Tasing Inspects Margherita APSTS Sub-Station, Assesses Passenger Services
Transport Minister Ojing Tasing visited the APSTS Sub-Station at Margherita under the administrative control of Miao Station, Changlang, to review its functioning and assess services being extended to the travelling public. Established in 1988, the Margherita Sub-Station has served as an important transit point for passengers travelling between Arunachal Pradesh and Assam, playing a significant... The post Arunachal: Minister Ojing Tasing Inspects Margherita APSTS Sub-Station, Assesses Passenger Services first appeared on Northeast Today .
Arunachal Pradeshs para shuttler Biri Takar has once again made India proud by winning a Gold medal in Mens Doubles and a Bronze medal in Mens Singles at the Brazil Para Badminton International 2026. The achievement adds another milestone to the inspiring journey of the first para-athlete from Northeast India to represent India in international []
Assam floods death toll rises to 87, 1.3 lakh affected
Assam's flood toll has climbed to 87 with two new fatalities, even as water levels recede in most inundated areas, affecting nearly 1.3 lakh people. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings for extremely heavy rainfall in neighbouring Arunachal Pradesh and Meghalaya, which could impact several bordering Assam districts.
Arunachal: Massive landslide cuts off Seppa
Guwahati: A major landslide triggered by incessant rainfall blocked the Seppa-Itanagar road in Arunachal Pradesh on Tuesday, disrupting traffic after a vehicle was reportedly buried under mud and debris near Zero Block Point close to Seppa. According to preliminary information, a large section of the hillside gave way following heavy rain, sending rocks, mud and [] The post Arunachal: Massive landslide cuts off SeppaItanagar road after heavy rain appeared first on NorthEast Now .
SIR: With 1.10 crore voters under ASDDO, Karnataka to see one of the highest draft-stage deletions
Karnataka has already crossed the highest draft-stage deletions recorded in Uttar Pradesh (19.09%) and Arunachal Pradesh (18.7%), where the exercise concluded in April
Assam flood toll rises to 87 with 2 more deaths, nearly 1.3 lakh still affected
Assam struggles with a rising flood toll now at 87 after two new deaths were recorded. Around 1.3 lakh residents are still affected across six districts. Thankfully, water levels are starting to recede, bringing hope to distressed communities. Yet, forecasts of torrential rain in Arunachal Pradesh and Meghalaya could worsen conditions for bordering districts in Assam.
Arunachal: Siang River erosion washes away farmland in Mebo, officials assess damage
Pasighat: A joint team of the district administration and the Water Resources Department (WRD) on Monday inspected the flood-affected Kongkin Wet Rice Cultivation (WRC) fields at Borguli village in Arunachal Pradeshs Mebo Sub-Division to assess the damage caused by severe erosion along the Siang River. According to WRD Assistant Engineer Er. Bani Langkam, continuous monsoon [] The post Arunachal: Siang River erosion washes away farmland in Mebo, officials assess damage appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Arunachal: Glaw Lake becomes state
Guwahati: Arunachal Pradesh has earned its first Ramsar Site status after Glaw Lake was designated a wetland of international importance under the Ramsar Convention, marking a significant milestone for biodiversity conservation in the Eastern Himalayan state. Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav announced the recognition on Monday, saying the addition takes [] The post Arunachal: Glaw Lake becomes states first Ramsar Site, Indias tally reaches 101 appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Arunachal Governor Honors Itanagar Mayor with Excellence Medal
Itanagar, August 4: The Governor of Arunachal Pradesh, K.T. Parnaiik, honored Itanagar Municipal Corporation (IMC) Mayor, Likha Nari Tadar, with the Land of the Rising Sun Medallion for Excellence on Sunday. This recognition was awarded for her exceptional contributions to enhancing urban infrastructure and making the state capital cleaner, greener, and more citizen-friendly. While presenting ... Read more Arunachal Governor Honors Itanagar Mayor with Excellence Medal
CBI alleges non-cooperation by state in probe against CM Khandu
The Supreme Court has summoned Arunachal Pradesh's Chief Secretary and Home Principal Secretary. This action follows the CBI's complaint of state government non-cooperation in its probe. The investigation concerns allegations of favouritism in public works contract allotments. The court ordered officials to appear on August 24 with their responses. They must explain the non-compliance with the court's earlier directions.
New Delhi, Aug 3 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Monday issued notices to the Arunachal Pradesh Chief Secretary and the Principal Secretary, Home, after taking note of the Central Bureau
Supreme Court summoned Arunachal Pradesh officials regarding CBI probe non-cooperation. The court directed them to explain their lack of assistance to the agency. This action follows allegations of preferential awarding of public works contracts. The CBI requires more time to complete its preliminary inquiry. The officials must appear before the court on August 24.
Arunachal expands Muskaan child safety campaign
Arunachal Pradesh Police has launched 'Muskaan 2.0' in East Siang district to strengthen child safety and expand awareness across the state. The first phase reached nearly 16,900 students in 104 schools, while actor Chum Darang continues to support the initiative as its Child Safety Ambassador.
The India Meteorological Department has issued weather warnings for Monday, August 3. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected across Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, and Sub-Himalayan West Bengal. Many other states will also witness heavy showers accompanied by thunderstorms and strong winds. Squally weather is forecast over adjoining seas with wind speeds reaching up to 60 kmph. These conditions are likely to persist across various regions of the country.
Heavy Rain Alert: IMD has issued an alert of very heavy rain in Bihar, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal-Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh on August 3. According to the Meteorological Department, there may be torrential rains at many places in these states, hence people have been advised to remain alert. Heavy Rain Alert 3rd August: Amidst monsoon activity [] The post Heavy Rain Alert: Heavy rain warning in three states, including Bihar; IMD issues alert from Delhi to UP first appeared on informalnewz .
Arunachal Pradesh Governor Proposes 100-Day Drug-Free Street Show Initiative
Itanagar, August 3: Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lieutenant General K.T. Parnaik (Retd) proposed a 100-day initiative to combat the rising drug problem in the state. Every Sunday, a Drug-Free Street Show will be organized across the state to raise awareness and engage the youth in this mission. On Sunday, the Governor participated in a virtual interaction ... Read more Arunachal Pradesh Governor Proposes 100-Day Drug-Free Street Show Initiative
NHIDCL Announces 100 Associate Positions: Apply Now!
New Delhi, August 3: The National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) has issued an official notification inviting applications for 100 Associate positions across various states and union territories where NHIDCL operates. These positions are entirely on a contractual basis. The recruitment drive includes 10 positions in Assam, 10 in Arunachal Pradesh, 5 in ... Read more NHIDCL Announces 100 Associate Positions: Apply Now!
Critical lifeline: BRO rebuilds 200-foot Bailey bridge in Arunachals remote border village
Itanagar, Aug 2 (IANS) The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has restored vital connectivity to Huri by constructing a 200-foot Bailey bridge in Arunachal Pradeshs Kurung Kumey district after the existing
BRO Restores Vital Connectivity in Arunachal Pradesh with New Bridge
Itanagar, August 2: The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has successfully restored access to Huri village in Arunachal Pradeshs Kurung Kumey district by constructing a 200-foot-long bailey bridge. This new bridge replaces the old one that was swept away during a sudden flash flood on the night of July 11. In a statement, the BRO confirmed ... Read more BRO Restores Vital Connectivity in Arunachal Pradesh with New Bridge
BRO restores connectivity to Huri in Arunachal Pradesh with 200-foot Bailey Bridge
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Amit Shah approves Rs 2,117.85 crore advance SDRF release for flood-hit states
Union Home Minister approved advance SDRF funds for flood-affected states. This financial assistance supports relief and rescue operations during the monsoon. Central teams are assessing damages in Arunachal Pradesh and Assam. Funds were released to Himachal Pradesh and Odisha for immediate relief needs. Additional states received advance funds to bolster their response efforts.
This Himalayan treasure helped over 200 families earn lakhs while protecting 100 sq km of forest
A wild Himalayan spice known as Khagi is transforming lives in Arunachal Pradesh. Indigenous communities are using the native spice to generate sustainable income while protecting forests and biodiversity. The community-led initiative has benefited more than 200 families and generated around Rs 39 lakh in revenue. It has also created a valuable additional source of income for rural households, demonstrating how conservation and sustainable livelihoods can go hand in hand.
National Institute of Technology Arunachal Pradesh (NIT Arunachal Pradesh) has released the official notification for Various Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026. A total of 4 vacancies are available for Registrar, Executive Engineer (Civil), Medical Officer (Allopathy), and Assistant Registrar posts. The online application process starts on 1 August 2026 and the last date to apply is 31 August 2026. Eligible candidates with the required qualifications can apply online through the official website.
PM Modi meets Arunachal, Nagaland MPs over flood situation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Members of Parliament from Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland and discussed the situation in the two states in the wake of the floods. In a post on social media, Prime Minister Modi said that the Central Government will continue working with the respective state Governments to address the challenges arising from []
Assam floods: Central team completes damage assessment as death toll reaches 78
An Inter-Ministerial Central Team concluded its flood assessment visit to four worst-hit Assam districts. Prime Minister Modi discussed the flood situation with MPs from Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland. Assam officials briefed the Central Team on factors causing the unprecedented flood situation. The state government provided details on rescue and relief efforts for affected citizens.
Heavy rains have triggered severe flooding and landslides across parts of the North East, with Assam, Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland bearing the brunt of the devastation. While floodwaters have started receding in several areas, the...
Death toll rises 78 with three more deaths in Assam floods, IMD predicts heavy rains for the state
The death count in Assam floods has gone up to 78 with three more deaths and the bulletin from the state government said over 3 lakh remain affected in 7 districts of the state. In the meantime, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has also predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall with thunderstorm for the next three days in isolated places of the state as well as in neighbouring Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland, which could affect the districts in Assam bordering these two states.
Assam flood toll rises to 78 with three more deaths, 3 lakh remain affected in 7 districts
Three more deaths were reported in Assam floods, raising the total toll to seventy-eight. Over three lakh people remain affected across seven districts due to the ongoing deluge. Heavy to very heavy rainfall with thunderstorms is predicted for the next three days. This forecast could impact districts bordering Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland. Authorities are monitoring the situation and keeping emergency response systems on alert.
ED Takes Major Action in Assam-Arunachal Alcohol Smuggling Case, FIR Filed Against 19 Individuals
Guwahati, July 29: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a prosecution complaint against 19 individuals under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, in connection with a large-scale alcohol smuggling and money laundering racket operating between Arunachal Pradesh and Assam. Among the accused are five primary suspects and 14 bonded warehouse companies. According to ... Read more ED Takes Major Action in Assam-Arunachal Alcohol Smuggling Case, FIR Filed Against 19 Individuals
Kiren Rijiju Lauds Pema Khandu for Completing 10 Years As Arunachal Pradesh CM
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju called on Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu at Parliament House in New Delhi and congratulated him on completing 10 years as the chief minister of the northeastern state. Commending Khandu's leadership, Rijiju said Arunachal Pradesh has
729 hectares of forest land diverted in J&K in 3 years
Srinagar, July 27: Around 729.14 hectares of forest land in Jammu and Kashmir were approved for diversion to non-forest use between April 2023 and March 2026, according to data tabled in the Lok Sabha by Union Minister of State for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Kirti Vardhan Singh. The figures were furnished in response to an unstarred question by Congress MPs Varun Chaudhary and Jai Prakash, who sought state-wise details of forest land diverted over the last three years and information on the assessment of forest cover quality. According to the reply, the approvals were granted under the Van (Sanrakshan Evam Samvardhan) Adhiniyam, 1980, which regulates the diversion of forest land for non-forestry purposes. The data shows that Jammu and Kashmir recorded 729.14 hectares of forest land diversion during the three-year period, lower than Himachal Pradesh (1,510.03 hectares) and Uttarakhand (989.64 hectares). J&K accounted for just over 1 per cent of the 71,023.30 hectares approved for diversion across the country. Punjab recorded 677.28 hectares, while Ladakh recorded 0.94 hectares. Nationally, Madhya Pradesh recorded the highest forest land diversion at 19,432.14 hectares, followed by Odisha (8,965.71 hectares) and Arunachal Pradesh (7,334.87 hectares). The reply did not provide a sector-wise breakup for Jammu and Kashmir. However, at the national level, mining and quarrying accounted for the largest share of diverted forest land at 16,463.28 hectares, followed by hydel and irrigation projects (14,294.41 hectares) and road construction (12,714.93 hectares). On compensatory afforestation, the Minister informed the House that states and Union Territories had raised plantations over 1,78,261.52 hectares during the past five years, with survival rates ranging from 40 to 100 per cent. However, no separate afforestation data for Jammu and Kashmir was provided. The Minister also said the Forest Survey of India carries out biennial assessments of forest cover using multi-temporal satellite data supported by ground verification, and classifies forests into Very Dense, Moderately Dense and Open Forest categories based on canopy density.
Paying to Preserve Paradise: Bhutan Model India Should Embrace
Travelling is an essential, experiential counterpart to learning by word of mouth. It replaces textbook theories of life with direct, tactile experiences, broadens your worldview, cultivates independence as also builds an inherent empathy. It is no brainer that travelling helps we apply real-world scenarios directly into our learned concepts. It was precisely with the above avowed aim that self and better half packed our daily existence in two small suitcases last month and became part of a small travellers group who too like both of us were charged up to explore places hitherto pushed into the realm of a backburner. Landing in Bhutan, the only Himalayan monarchy and experiencing it first hand was an immersive lesson in how a nation can balance tourism, environmental conservation, and cultural preservation with remarkable wisdom. As we travelled through the pristine valleys of Paro, the bustling yet disciplined streets of Thimphu , the spiritual calm of Punakha and the breathtaking heights of Dochula pass , one feature of Bhutans tourism policy repeatedly stood out---the SDF( Sustainable development fee) charged from international tourists. Initially like most of visitors to this landlocked Himalayan kingdom, we too wondered why a country would deliberately make itself a relatively expensive destination. However after having criss-crossed the length and breadth of Bhutan, with its spanking clean highways, protected forests, pollution- free atmosphere, disciplined urban planning and deeply rooted respect for nature, the answer was self-evidently clear. Bhutan has chosen quality over quantity. It has adopted a policy that prioritizes sustainability over mass tourism, ensuring that every visitor contributes directly towards protecting the very beauty that attracted them in the first place. Bhutan follows a much regulated tourism policy, and entry rules differ slightly for travellers from neighbouring countries as mentioned above by me. I was mighty surprised when the SDF too was levied upon our tour expenses in Bhutan. Now one may askwhat is SDF? The Sustainable development fund is a daily levy paid by the visitors to support Bhutans long term development. Since the kingdom opened its portals to tourism in 1974, the visitors have played an important role in the countrys growth. This SDF is collected by the national exchequer and channeled into projects that create sustainable opportunities for the Bhutanese people. These include funding for free health-care, education, and skills training, up skilling them within tourism and hospitality sector, infra development, environmental protection and the ilk. As India grapples with mounting environmental challenges caused by unregulated tourism in many of its fragile ecosystems, it set me thinking that our country needs to follow the footsteps of Bhutan without rancor. For Indian nationals, the SDF is charged at INR 1,200 per person per night spent in Bhutan and must be paid when the entry permit is processed. Children above age 12 need to pay in full. For visitors, except those from India the SDF is USD 200. However effective September 01 2023, a 50% discount on the SDF has been in place for US dollars paying tourists. This means, the SDF comes down to USD 100 per person per night. It is important to note that this arrangement shall be in place till August 31, 2027. In the course of this write up I have made an endeavour to touch upon few vital points which I observed while in Bhutan in so far as sustaining tourism is concerned. The same could be serving as a template for Indian tourism philosophy to sustain itself in times to come. Tourism with responsibility Unlike many popular destinations where attracting tourists remains the guiding mantra, Bhutan follows an entirely different philosophyHigh value, low volume. Under this approach, visitors contribute through SDF, the proceeds of which are utilized for environmental conservation, infra development, heritage preservation, education, healthcare & community welfare. The fee is not viewed as a tax imposed on tourists but as an investment made by every visitor towards conserving Bhutans ecological wealth for future generations. Consequently tourism becomes a partnership rather than consumption. Every traveller becomes a stake holder in conservation. Does India do all these actions in a participative manner? There are states like HP, Uttrakhand and J&K whose mainstay is tourism for sustenance. If not pan India, couldnt these states be enjoined upon to follow the Bhutan pattern of tourism? Experiencing sustainability first-hand Our group witnessed this philosophy throughout our journey. The roads, though winding through mountainous terrain, were remarkably clean. Plastic litter was virtually absent. Rivers were crystal clear, with forests remaining untouched despite increasing footfall of tourists. The nation has been directed by its constitution to maintain a minimum of 60% of forest cover. Juxtapose the same in Indian context. Most of our hills barring few are naked eye sores with blatant deforestation ranging from Ladakh to Arunachal Pradesh. One could sense that environmental consciousness was not limited to government policies alone; it had become part of the Bhutans national character. How many decades India will take where Bhutan has reached in its tourism industry? At the magnificent Dochula pass, where 108 chortens stand amidst stunning Himalayan vistas, visitors like us were overwhelmed with the serenity of the place , yet the place looked unobtrusive. Compare this pass with our Nathu la pass or even with the highest motorable pass of Khardungla. Both the latter ones are choc- a bloc with trash and people alike notwithstanding the strategic importance of these two passes to India. Such experiences leave a lasting impression that cannot be measured in hotel revenues or visitor statistics. Investing in nature Bhutan is globally recognized as the worlds only Carbon Negative country. Its forests cover more than 70% of its land area, far exceeding the constitutional requirement of maintaining at least 60% forest cover .In contrast whats the situation in India? The less the better. States that were once the epitome of forest conservation HP, Uttarakhand, J&K, etc.) are fast hurtling down the lane of deforestation. Hydroelectric power, one of the mainstays of Bhutans economy, provides clean energy, while forests absorb more carbon dioxide than the country emits. Maintaining this ecological balance requires continuous financial commitment. This is where the SDF comes into play. SDF is a practical application of the polluter pays, and beneficiary contributes principle. Empowering local communities Another abiding lesson from the Bhutan visit that I thought prudent enough to share is that conservation succeeds only when local communities become beneficiaries. Villagers should receive employment opportunities in the form of nature guides, eco-tourism operators, homestay owners, wildlife interpreters, waste management workers, adventure activity supervisors, the likes of which we had in the form of Kinley and Wangchen with us during the tour. When communities derive sustainable livelihoods from conservation, they naturally become its strongest protectors. Preserving culture alongside nature Bhutan has successfully demonstrated that environmental conservation and cultural preservation reinforce each other. Traditional architecture remains mandatory. National dress ( Gho & Kia ) continues to be respected and worn with lan. Religious sites maintain their sanctity. Festivals retain their authenticity rather than becoming a purely commercial spectacle. The SDF also carries an educational message. Visitors understand that environmental conservation has a tangible value. Responsible tourism begins in Bhutan even before its arrival. Many tourists subsequently are like virtual ambassadors to their respective countries and are carriers of this abiding mantra in their own unique manner. Technology & sustainability goes hand in hand Bhutan has very ably dovetailed technology to sustain its eco-tourism. It has made digital platform implementation easier than before. On line booking systems are ruling the roost in this Himalayan kingdom wherein the SDF too is collected automatically. QR codes can provide expenditure details in almost all the hotels/Homestays in Bhutan. GPS based waste collection systems in capital city of Thimphu and even at Paro was an eye opener for me. Technology combined with transparent governance can make sustainable tourism both efficient and accountable. Where is India in this regard? The road ahead for India Indias tourism sector is poised for tremendous expansion in the coming decades given the size as well as the human resource at its disposal. Domestic tourism already is ticking in the millions of visits annually while international arrivals continue to grow. But without sustainable planning, degradation may become irreversible in this sector too. Destination specific SDF could become an important component of Indias tourism sector. Such funds should be accompanied by scientific carrying capacity assessments, efficient public transport, plastic free campaigns, rainwater harvesting, independent audits, public accountability and the ilk. Only then tourism can become truly sustainable rather than exploitative. A personal reflection As our group stood at Dochula pass ready to embark the coaster bus, gazing across the snow clad Himalayan ranges (though partially visible due to fog), prayer flags fluttering gently in the mountainous breeze ; one thought repeatedly crossed my mind: such beauty survives only because someone has chosen to protect it. Tourism should never become a reason for natures decline. Every traveller who leaves footprints on a mountain trail or memories in a pristine valley should also leave behind a small contribution towards protecting that landscape. Bhutan has transformed this philosophy into public policy. Can India emulate its Himalayan neighbour in so many ways as enunciated by me in the preceding paragraphs? A food for thought for the readers of Rising Kashmir. (The Author is a retired army officer and a regular scribe of Rising Kashmir paper. He can be approached on his email at: slalotra4729@gmail.com)
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Reflections on Governance in India
The recent scenes around Jantar Mantar have been disturbing. Every May, lakhs of young Indians queue outside examination centres carrying the anxieties of entire families on their backs. In May 2026, nearly 2.8 million of them were told to queue again. A leaked question paper had forced the National Testing Agency to order the largest re-test in the history of Indian competitive examinations. It was not the first such collapse, and it will not be the last. What failed that week was not a question paper. It was the states basic ability to keep a secret, guard a process, and deliver what it had promised on a specific date to a specific citizen. This is the argument I want to place before readers, and one I am now developing into a full-length book: Indias deepest crisis is not, at its root, a crisis of democracy. It is a crisis of capacity. We have built one of the more elaborate constitutional architectures in the world an independent judiciary, statutory regulators, a federal structure, a vast schema of rights and welfare schemes. What we have not built, in equal measure, is the administrative muscle to execute any of it reliably. And it is in the widening gap between promise and delivery that our disillusionment, our communal anger, and our creeping tolerance for authoritarian shortcuts all find room to grow. Form without function B.R. Ambedkars warning to the Constituent Assembly in 1949 deserves to be read again, not as history but as a live diagnosis. He cautioned that political democracy in India could remain a thin, ornamental layer sitting atop a society that stayed fundamentally undemocratic beneath it. Substitute capacity for democracy in that sentence and it reads like a description of the republic today: elaborate constitutional form, resting on administrative soil that has never been properly tilled. Political scientists usually break state capacity into three kinds: the capacity to enforce rules, the capacity to design and deliver policy through a competent bureaucracy, and the capacity to raise and spend public money wisely. Indias peculiar tragedy is that it holds wildly uneven amounts of each in different corners of the same state. Our capital markets regulator functions with genuine credibility. Our telecom regulator manages one of the most complex spectrum environments anywhere. Meanwhile, rural public health, monitored under mission-mode programmes for two decades now, remains defined by vacant posts, broken supply chains, and clinics nobody has staffed. Building a digital payments network or a biometric identity platform is not the same achievement as building the human and institutional capacity to actually deliver a service at the other end of it. Infrastructure is not delivery. We have confused the two for years. Fifty-five million and counting Nowhere is the gap starker than in our courts. By March 2026, the backlog across Indian courts had crossed 55.8 million cases, a number rising faster than judges can be recruited or appointed. India has roughly 21 judges per million citizens, against a recommendation made decades ago of 50. In a bitter irony, government itself is the single largest litigant, responsible for roughly half the cases clogging the system it is supposed to be administering. When justice takes a generation to arrive, it has not been delayed. It has been functionally denied. A citizen who has waited twenty years for a land dispute to be resolved does not experience this as an abstract capacity deficit. He experiences it as a republic that has quietly walked away from him. Consider, too, water and disaster. Every monsoon we relearn the same lesson. In June 2026, a flash flood tore through a hydropower site in Arunachal Pradesh; neither the meteorological department nor the water commission appears to have anticipated it. Across the country, our cities generate far more sewage than they can treat, and citizens quietly plug the gap with private borewells and water tankers mistaking the failure of a public system for a private lifestyle choice. We do not lack engineers, rainfall data, or river-basin science. We lack the institutional habit of preparing before a crisis rather than performing heroism during one, and of building regulatory frameworks for floodplains, for river space, for early warning with the same energy we reserve for the rescue operation afterward. Even the architecture of the Union itself often reads more like an instrument of control than of governance. Presidents Rule has been invoked well over a hundred times since Independence, disproportionately as a tool of political convenience rather than genuine constitutional necessity. A republic that reaches for the suspension of elected government as its preferred instrument of efficiency has confused control with competence, and it should not surprise us that the confusion has outlasted the individual governments that indulged it. Closer home Nowhere does this argument land closer to home than here in Jammu and Kashmir. We have lived for decades inside the gap between announcement and delivery recruitment examinations cancelled and re-cancelled, flood warnings arriving after the water, an elected government whose administrative writ is narrower than its electoral mandate. When New Delhi speaks of good governance for this Union Territory, the fair question is not whether the intention is sincere. It is whether the institutional muscle exists to carry that intention through a functioning bureaucracy answerable to the elected government, a judiciary that can clear its own backlog, a disaster-preparedness system that does not wait for the next flood to discover its own gaps. Capacity, not intention, is the honest measure of governance here as much as anywhere else in this Republic. The authoritarian trap There is a temptation, once this diagnosis is accepted, to reach for a dangerous shortcut to conclude that democracy itself is the obstacle, and that a more centralised, less accountable state would simply function better. This is a trap, and a familiar one. Efficient authoritarianism is not the cure for a flailing democracy; it is what a flailing democracy becomes once its citizens stop believing that reform is possible through consent. The honest answer to weak capacity is not less democracy. It is a state professional and insulated enough in its regulators, its judiciary, its civil service recruitment to make democratic consent worth giving in the first place. Rebuilding the Indian republics capacity professionalising bureaucratic recruitment, insulating regulators from political capture, funding the judiciary as though justice mattered, devolving real fiscal power to states rather than symbolic power alone is not a technical footnote to the larger project of Indian democracy. It is the project itself. Until we take institutional capacity as seriously as we take our elections, we will keep mistaking the ceremony of governance for governance itself and calling the difference between the two somebody elses problem to solve. The writer is a retired Indian Army officer and strategic analyst. This essay is drawn from his forthcoming book, The Republic Without Capacity: Reflections on Governance.
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