DIMAPUR, 22 Jan: Union minister BL Verma on Wednesday said the Centre remains steadfast in its commitment to the prosperity and holistic development of the Northeast and its people, asserting that the region has witnessed a visible transformation over the past decade. The minister of state for consumer affairs, food and public distribution and social
TAWANG, 22 Jan: Tawang Deputy Commissioner Namgyal Angmo on Thursday encouraged SHGs to maintain high standards of quality and service. The DC said this after inaugurating a NABARD-funded rural mart along with a Mother’s Kitchen at the walk-through market near the parade ground here. The rural mart was set up under the Pradhan Mantri Formalisation
TORU, 22 Jan: A total of 891 beneficiaries were covered under a Sarkar Aapke Dwar (SAD) 2.0 camp organised here by the Papum Pare district administration on Thursday. The camp was inaugurated by newly elected Toru ZPMTana Tuma Tara. The overall conduct of the camp was supervised by Toru CO Toru Fema Taku. The camp
ITANAGAR, 22 Jan: The executive committee members of the Arunachal State Badminton Association (ASBA) have unanimously selected Dr Mohesh Chai as the working president of the ASBA. Dr Chai has served as vice president of the ASBA. The executive committee members welcomed Dr Chai at the ASBA head office here on Thursday. ASBA secretary-general Bamang
CHIMPU, 22 Jan: The Indian Dental Association’sArunachal Pradesh state branch (IDA-AP) conducted an oral and dental health awareness camp at the Donyi Polo Mission School for the Hearing and Visually Impaired (DPMSHVI) here on Thursday. Overall 67 students and staff were given free counselling, treatment and oral hygiene kits. The importance of oral care was
NAMPONG, 22 Jan: The much-anticipated Namsai-Pangsau PowerDrive 2026, themed ‘Daring to push boundaries, celebrating boundaries’, was flagged off on Thursday from Hell Gate here in Changlang district, and witnessed enthusiastic participation of motorsport athletes from across the country. A total of 35 participants, including 22 superbike riders and 13 high-performance car participants from various parts
Staff Reporter ITANAGAR, 21 Jan: The Jan Andolan Anti-Corruption Movement of Arunachal Pradesh (JAACMAP) on Wednesday carried out a protest march here, demanding public accountability, transparency, and a social audit of the state government and elected representatives. The protesters demanded the resignation of Chief Minister Pema Khandu, accusing the Khandu government of practicing rampant and
ITANAGAR, 21 Jan: The eastern zonal bench of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) in Kolkata has taken suo motu cognisance of an alleged illegal road construction in environmentally sensitive catchment areas of Papum Pare district in Arunachal Pradesh, following a report published in a local daily last year. The bench, comprising judicial member Justice Arun
Staff Reporter ZIRO, 21 Jan: The Lower Subansiri unit of the Arunachal ST Bachao Andolan has called for a 24-hour bandh from Wednesday, 5 am, till Thursday, 5 am to press a single-point demand for the demolition of two masjids (mosques) located at Sululya, Old Ziro, and Pare-Ami in Hapoli, which the Andolan team has
YACHULI, 21 Jan: The Keyi Panyor district administration conducted an awareness programme on ‘Keyi Panyor Suvidha,’ a WhatsApp-based citizen service platform designed to simplify access to government services and strengthen last-mile service delivery, here on Tuesday. During the programme, it was highlighted that full digital and online services have now been activated under the ‘Keyi
RONO HILLS, 21 Jan: Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU) on Wednesday organized a seminar on intellectual property rights to create awareness about the significance of intellectual property in academia, administration, research, and society at large. Participating in the seminar, RGU acting vice-chancellor prof. S.K Nayak underscored the critical role of patents and copyrights in the modern
ITANAGAR, 21 Jan: Arunachal Pradesh delegation led by chief electoral officer Pawan Kumar Sain participated in India International Conference on Democracy and Election Management (IICDEM) organised by Election Commission of India (ECI), in collaboration with the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) and the India International Institute of Democracy and Election Management.
NAMSAI, 21 Jan: Arunachal Pradesh is gearing up for an exciting blend of speed, culture, and adventure with the Namsai-Pangsau PowerDrive 2026. Guided by the theme “Daring to Push Boundaries, Celebrating Culture,” the motorsports and cultural extravaganza aims to position the state as India’s next major destination for adventure tourism and motorsports. The event runs
BOLENG, 21 Jan: The three-day foundation-cum-functional training programme for newly elected Panchayati Raj Institution (PRI) members and functionaries was launched by the State Institute of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj (SIRD&PR) at the Community Block here in Siang district on Wednesday. The programme aims to enhance the capacity, knowledge, and leadership skills of newly elected
ITANAGAR, 21 Jan: Hollongi Village Segment I & II Land Affected Welfare Committee (HVLAWC) on Tuesday met the chief secretary and discussed the proposed aero city to be developed in the peripheral area of the airport at Hollongi. HVLAWC chairman Tana Kaya Tara said that the Arunachal Pradesh Airport Area Planning & Development Authority (APAAPDA)
NAMSAI, 21 Jan: The 5th Arunachal Yuva Samanvay 2026 began at Chongkham with participation of youths from 24 districts. Sports & youth affairs minister Kento Jini, who inaugurated the 4 day event by lighting a lamp, encouraged the state’s youth to channel their energy in the right direction. MLA Mutchu Mithi exhorted youths to stay
SEPPA, 21 Jan: East Kameng deputy commissioner Yashaswani B on Wednesday visited the team-3 engaged for re-assessment/re-verification of package-5 of the Lada-Sarli Frontier Highway land compensation to extend administrative support and boost their morale. The deputy commissioner undertook a challenging 5-km trek from early morning to reach the camp, which has been set up deep
[Prem Chetry] BOMDILA, 21 Jan: Everester Nima Lama motivated the students of Modern School on Wednesday, at Bomdila in West Kameng district. Addressing the students, Lama said, “Physical exercise is one of the most important aspects of our lives. When you are physically fit, you can enjoy your studies, improve your memory, and devote yourselves
ITANAGAR, 21 Jan: Governor K.T Parnaik and Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Wednesday greeted the people of Meghalaya, Manipur and Tripura on their respective statehood days, lauding the rich heritage, resilience and steady progress of these states. Celebrating the foundation days of these three states at Lok Bhavan here, the governor expressed deep sense of
HAWAI, 21 Jan: The Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Anjaw recently conducted a two-day training programme on installation and maintenance of drip irrigation systems in Mushai village in the Kibithoo circle. This initiative aimed to enhance water-use efficiency and boost crop productivity in agricultural sector in the region. The training provided participants with practical skills
