ITANAGAR, 26 Jun: Search operations have been intensified for four people who remain missing following a flash flood in Keyi Panyor district, officials said on Friday. Rescue teams launched raft operations from the dam side of the Panyor Lower Hydroelectric Project on Friday morning to trace those who went missing from NEEPCO Colony during the
ITANAGAR, 26 Jun: Strengthening the public distribution system (PDS), addressing manpower shortage, and improving public service delivery were among the key focus areas during the annual review meeting of the Food & Civil Supplies (F&CS) Department, held at DK convention hall here on Friday. Chairing the meeting, Food & Civil Supplies Minister Gabriel D Wangsu
[ Karda Natam ] DAPORIJO, 26 Jun: In a remarkable community-driven initiative, the villagers, School Management Committee (SMC), alumni, and village panchayat leaders have unanimously resolved to revive the Bui Upper Primary School in Gusar circle of Upper Subansiri district. The school had remained defunct for several years due to the absence of student enrolment.
[ Prem Chetry ] DIRANG, 26 Jun: In a tragic road accident, an Army subedar lost his life, while two others were injured near the PT ground of the 30 Bn SSB here in West Kameng at around 2 pm on Friday. Upon receiving information about the accident, the rapid rescue team of the 30
Mein urges citizens to join fight against drugs ITANAGAR, 26 Jun: The International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking was observed across the state on Friday to raise awareness on substance abuse and strengthen efforts for a drug-free society. Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein urged every citizen of the state to join the fight
ITANAGAR, 26 Jun: Bomju Riram, a member of the Kamsa Dramatics Society (KDS), has been selected for the prestigious three-year diploma in dramatic arts course at the National School of Drama (NSD), New Delhi, for the 2026-29academic session. A native of Basar in Leparada district, Bomju is the daughter of Karbom Riram and Gumbi Riram.
DAPORIJO, 26 Jun: A District Consultative Committee (DCC) and District Level Review Committee (DLRC) meeting was held here on Friday under the chairmanship of Upper Subansiri Deputy Commissioner Tasso Gambo. The meeting brought together representatives from banks, the NABARD, line departments, and other stakeholders to review the district’s banking performance, credit flow, and implementation of
BASAR, 26 Jun: Aya, Rokpo and Dodo segments in Leparada district were declared as community land of Disi village under customary laws and traditions of the Galo community during the Disi village general assembly (lunv banv) held on 19 June. The village’s general assembly, held under the chairmanship GB Sento Riba, has also demarcated boundaries
KHONSA, 26 Jun: The Khonsa Planning Authority on Wednesday held a meeting of the Local Planning Authority (LPA) at the deputy commissioner’s conference hall here in Tirap district to review the draft GIS-based master plan-2051 for Khonsa under the AMRUT Scheme 2.0. The meeting, chaired by Deputy Commissioner Techu Aran, deliberated on the roadmap for
TAROYAR, 26 Jun: Thirty-four farmers and farmwomen participated in a Khet Bachao Abhiyan programme organised here in Pakke-Kessang district by Pampoli-based East Kameng Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) on Friday. Organised in collaboration with the district agriculture office (DAO) team, an intensive awareness-cum-training programme on natural farming was conducted. The technical sessions were led by a
[ Mingkeng Osik ] PASIGHAT, 26 Jun: Well-wishers, friends and supporters accorded a warm reception to Miss Universe Arunachal Pradesh 2026 1st runner-up and Miss Multimedia title-holder Anchali Peyang upon her arrival here in East Siang district. Peyang, the reigning Miss Lune 2025, has emerged as one of the state’s most promising young beauty pageant
ITANAGAR, 26 Jun: The Kamala Dam Affected People’s Forum (KDAPF-K3), representing the project-affected families (PAFs) of Kamle, Kra Daadi and Kurung Kumey districts, has sought the intervention of the land management commissioner in resolving the grievances of the PAFs regarding the proposed Kamala hydroelectric project (1,720 mw). In a representation to the land management commissioner,
ITANAGAR, 26 Jun: More than 30 trainees participated in a three-day vocational training programme on scientific poultry farming conducted by the Papum Pare KVK, which concluded on Friday. During the inaugural session, KVK Head Dr Bangkeng Perme advised the participants to venture into poultry farming industry and not depend on supply from other states. Dr
[ Pisi Zauing ] MIAO, 26 Jun: The authorities of the Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) have informed that the much-awaited 132/33 kv power sub-station here in Changlang district is scheduled to be commissioned by the end of July this year. The project, which has witnessed several delays over the years, is finally
YINGKIONG, 26 Jun: MLA Alo Libang reviewed the progress of all ongoing NABARD-funded projects in Upper Siang district during a meeting with Shivaji Munshi from the NABARD here on Friday. They also discussed potential new developmental activities that may be undertaken in the region. Special focus was given to exploring avenues for assistance under the
Staff Reporter YACHULI, 25 Jun: Rescue and restoration operations are underway in flood-affected places and normal traffic movement is likely to resume only after another three to four days, informed Keyi Panyor Superintendent of Police Angad Metha on Thursday. It was reported that eight major road blockages between Potin and Possa have rendered key stretches
[ Karda Natam ] DAPORIJO, 25 Jun: Thousands of residents from all walks of life took to the streets here on Thursday against the proposed installation of smart meters in households across Upper Subansiri district. The protest march, organised by the public of Upper Subansiri under the banner of the Daporijo Town Anti-Smart Meter Forum,
[ Prafulla Kaman ] PASIGHAT, 25 Jun: Youths of different villages in Upper Siang district, under the banner of the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project Affected Area Youth Association (SAAYA), have raised question over the conduct and functions of the Adi Bane Kebang (Apex) and its allied organisations. The youth body members said they are disappointed
Staff Reporter TEZU, 25 Jun: The Lohit district police have registered an FIR at the Wakro police station against office bearers of the All Lohit District Students’ Union (ALDSU) and alleged members of the All Arunachal Pradesh Students’ Union for allegedly extorting and obstructing construction works of executing agency J Infratech Limited (formerly known as
JOLLANG, 25 Jun: The five-day Northeast NSS Festival 2026, being organised from 24 to 28 June by the Union Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, in collaboration with the NSS Regional Directorate, Guwahati, Arunodaya University, and the State NSS Cell, commenced on Wednesday with a grand inaugural ceremony at Arunodaya University here. The prestigious festival
