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State News 13 Feb 2026 · 2 min read

Training prog on grassroots governance

TALI, 12 Feb: The State Institute of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj (SIRD&PR) commenced a three-day block level foundation-cum-functional training programme here on Thursday for Tali, Tali West and Pipsorang blocks. The training programme will cover all gram panchayat segments of these blocks in Kra Daadi district and aims to strengthen grassroots governance and enhance

State News 13 Feb 2026 · 2 min read

Students taken on exposure visit

BASAR, 12 Feb: Altogether 148 students of Classes 8, 10 and 11 from Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Kombo, West Siang district, were taken on an education exposure visit to the ICAR Arunachal Pradesh Centre here in Leparada district on Thursday. Accompanied by faculty members, the students were introduced to cutting-edge agricultural research, climate-resilient farming practices, and

State News 13 Feb 2026 · 1 min read

ASVS conducting school inspection

ITANAGAR, 12 Feb: In continuation of its capacity-building and gradation initiative titled ‘Utkarsh Mahotsav’, the Arunachal Shiksha Vikas Samiti (ASVS), in collaboration with Vidya Bharati Purvottar Kshetra, is conducting a three-day school inspection programme from 12 to 14 February across its institutions. The ASVS is running 27 schools, including Vidya Niketans and KGBVs in Siang

State News 13 Feb 2026 · 1 min read

Drug peddler arrested, contraband seized

NAMSAI, 12 Feb: In a crackdown against narcotics trafficking, the Namsai police seized approximately 133 grams of suspected heroin during a targeted operation conducted in the Trolley Line area of Namsai. Acting on reliable information, a police team launched a search operation, following due legal procedures. During the operation, one woman, Sarana Yoya (45), a

State News 13 Feb 2026 · 4 min read

Coexistence

[Priya Meto] Lower Dibang Valley represents one of the most biologically rich landscapes of Arunachal Pradesh, comprising dense subtropical forest, steep hill, slopes, river valleys and extensive managed community areas. The district also forms part of the larger eastern Himalayan biodiversity hotspot, supporting several large mammals including tiger (Panthera tigris), leopard (Panthera pardus), Asiatic black

State News 12 Feb 2026 · 1 min read

AIMSU flags tiger threat in LDV

[Karyir Riba] ROING, 11 Feb: The executive members of AIMSU called on the Roing MLA Mutchu Mithi to apprise him of the prevailing fear and anxiety among the public following repeated sightings of tigers at Jamupani village under Hunli Circle and other nearby villages in Lower Dibang Valley district, even after the unfortunate incident in

State News 12 Feb 2026 · 3 min read

DFO issues public advisory following leopard sighting

[Prem Chetry] BOMDILA, 11 Feb: Following reports of leopard sightings between Dirang village tri-junction and Khonpathar Bridge under Dirang sub-division in West Kameng district, the DFO of Bomdila forest division has issued a public advisory asking citizens to avoid travelling at certain times. According to DFO Obang Tayeng, an enquiry conducted by the OC of

DFO issues public advisory following leopard sighting
State News 12 Feb 2026 · 1 min read

Boundary dispute: Pillar installation begins in Pakke Kessang-Biswanath sector

ITANAGAR, 11 Feb: In a major step towards resolving the decades-old boundary dispute, installation of boundary pillars formally began along the inter-state border between Arunachal Pradesh’s Pakke Kessang district and Assam’s Biswanath district, officials said on Wednesday. The exercise, which began on Monday, is being monitored by officials from both states along with representatives of

State News 12 Feb 2026 · 2 min read

Suraj Thammi wins maiden RRR Marathon

[Karyir Riba] ROING, 11 Feb: Suraj Thammi from Sikkim won the first edition of the Run Roing Run (RRR) Marathon 2026 by finishing the 42 km race in 2 hours and 25 minutes. Coming close at 2 hours and 31 minutes, Bijay Deka from Naharlagun secured second place, while Tikeshwar Kurmi from Assam came third

Suraj Thammi wins maiden RRR Marathon
State News 12 Feb 2026 · 3 min read

SC invokes Article 142, asks HCs to take over consumer cases in states with low pendency

Only 59 cases pending in district commissions and SCDRC: Arunachal NEW DELHI, 11 Feb: In a significant order, the Supreme Court on Wednesday invoked its powers under Article 142 of the Constitution to ask certain high courts with a few pending consumer complaints and appeals in the state consumer disputes redressal bodies to take up

State News 12 Feb 2026 · 2 min read

Devnimori relics of Lord Buddha return to India: DyCM

ITANAGAR, 11 Feb: The Devnimori relics of Lord Buddha arrived in New Delhi on Wednesday after a journey to Sri Lanka, Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein said. He described the occasion as a “deeply sacred and historically significant” moment reflecting shared civilisational heritage and spiritual ties. Mein, who was part of the official Indian delegation

State News 12 Feb 2026 · 1 min read

APU’s Dr. Kadu wins ‘Best Presentation Award’ at international conference on women

BALI (INDONESIA), 11 Feb: Assistant professor and head of the department of social work at Arunachal Pradesh University (APU), Dr. Menuka Kadu, has been honoured with the prestigious ‘Overall Best Presentation Award’ during the two-day 9th International Conference on “The Future of Women (FOW 2026),” held here on 9-10 February. Over 1,200 participants from 50

APU’s Dr. Kadu wins ‘Best Presentation Award’ at international conference on women
State News 12 Feb 2026 · 1 min read

Tania Yaring crowned Mrs Grand Subansiri 2026

ITANAGAR, Feb 11: Tania Yaring was crowned Mrs Grand Subansiri 2026 at a glittering function held at the DK Convention Centre here on Tuesday evening. Narang Yangha Kago secured the 1st runner-up position, while Rakhe Yaram Tao was adjudged the 2nd runner-up. Yaring dedicated the title to women striving for self-empowerment. “The crown is not

Tania Yaring crowned Mrs Grand Subansiri 2026
State News 12 Feb 2026 · 2 min read

RGU hosts pre-summit event

VC stresses responsible AI adoption RONO HILLS, 11 Feb: Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU) vice-chancellor prof. S.K Nayak emphasized the need for responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption and encouraged students and faculty members to actively engage with emerging technologies. Participating in a pre-summit event of the AI Impact Summit 2026 on Tuesday, prof. Nayak highlighted the

RGU hosts pre-summit event
State News 12 Feb 2026 · 1 min read

Municipal members familiarized with ULB’s roles, dev initiatives

ITANAGAR, 11 Feb: The Directorate of Urban Local Bodies organized an orientation programme for the newly elected municipal members to build their capacity by familiarizing them with the constitutional framework, institutional roles and key urban development initiatives of Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) here on Wednesday. Urban affairs minister Balo Raja highlighted the roles and responsibilities

State News 12 Feb 2026 · 1 min read

Over 1,600 kgs waste removed from Koloriang

KOLORIANG, 11 Feb: Over 1,600 kgs of waste was removed from various parts of Koloriang town in Kurung Kumey district during a cleaning drive on Wednesday morning. Around 10 dedicated youths actively participated in the cleaning drive organized by Kurung Kumey District Tourism Promotion chairman Nangram Kayang. He said that community participation is the key

Over 1,600 kgs waste removed from Koloriang
State News 12 Feb 2026 · 1 min read

Recording studio, sports facility inaugurated at SCCZ

ZIRO, 11 Feb: A recording studio and a sports facility were inaugurated at Saint Claret College, Ziro (SCCZ) in Lower Subansiri district on Wednesday. The facilities are designed to nurture the creative spirit, media talents, and physical well-being of students giving them the tools and space to explore, express, and excel. Addressing the gathering on

State News 12 Feb 2026 · 1 min read

Capacity-building prog. on horticulture concludes

PASIGHAT, 11 Feb: A ten-day capacity-building training programme on the theme “Different Scientific Approaches for Strengthening Horticultural Crop Cultivation in East Siang District of Arunachal Pradesh” concluded at the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) here on Wednesday. The programme was organised by the East Siang KVK and sponsored by the Central Institute of Horticulture (CIH), Medziphema,

State News 12 Feb 2026 · 2 min read

Awareness prog on POCSO Act, importance of reading held

SHERGAON, 11 Feb: Awareness was created among students about POCSO Act, the importance of reading during student life, and harmful effects of drug abuse during separate programmes organized under the Arunachal Rising Campaign at Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Awasiya Vidyalayas (NACBVAs) at Shergaon and Jigaon in West Kameng district. District library & information officer Lobom

State News 12 Feb 2026 · 1 min read

NIC organises cleanliness drive at IG Park

ITANAGAR, 11 Feb: The National Informatics Centre (NIC) here on Wednesday organised a cleanliness drive at Indira Gandhi (IG) Park in view of the ensuing Statehood Day and in alignment with objectives of Swachhata Pakhwada. Over 30 officials carried out collection, segregation, and proper disposal of waste materials in accordance with environmental norms, supporting the

NIC organises cleanliness drive at IG Park