NAMSAI, 27 Apr: A rare and unusual mirror-induced behaviour by a pair of oriental pied hornbill (Anthracoceros albirostris) was reported from a resort here. Dr Tilling Tayo, a veterinarian, witnessed the rare occurrence during an early morning stay at the resort. Dr Tayo said he witnessed the birds at around 5:50 am on 26 April,
[ Tenzin Zamba ] In a democracy, those in power are always under public scrutiny. Questions are asked, criticism is inevitable, and sometimes serious allegations come to the surface. This is not a weakness of the system – it is its strength. But at the same time, there has to be a clear line between
ITANAGAR, 27 Apr: Aturto 4.0’s flyweight grand prix on 25 April delivered exactly what it promised – fast, intense fights and a clear look at the next set of contenders in the division. In the main event, Lemasunep Imchen from TCA Nagaland faced Nisham Waii from Team Elligal in a high-energy contest that also carried
KHONSA, 27 Apr: With the monsoon fast approaching, the Tirap district administration has stepped up its preparedness, holding a review meeting here on Monday to ensure that systems are in place to tackle floods, landslides, and other challenges. The meeting, chaired by Assistant Commissioner NL Naam at the DC’s conference hall, brought together officials from
AALO, 27 Apr: A meeting to discuss the modalities for the 3rd State Level Jambey Tashi Memorial Tug of War Championship was chaired by West Siang Deputy Commissioner Mindo Loyi here on Monday. District Sports Officer (i/c) Eken Bam highlighted the details of the upcoming championship, which will be held at the general ground here
BOLENG, 27 Apr: A comprehensive school exhibition focusing on river conservation and sustainable infrastructure engaged more than 330 students across Boleng town in Siang district. Concluding a three-day educational drive, the initiative sought to demystify complex regional development and ecological management for the local youths. Commencing on 20 April at the Government Upper Primary School
KHONSA, 27 Apr: An awareness meeting on the ‘Call Before You Dig’ (CBUD) application was conducted at the DC’s conference hall here in Tirap district on Monday, with the aim of strengthening coordination among departments and preventing damage to critical underground infrastructure. The meeting was chaired by Assistant Commissioner NL Naam and attended by administrative
BOLENG, 27 Apr: In a continued show of community support for the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP), the second phase of signing of memorandums of understanding (MoU) began here in Siang district on Monday. Seven households from Pangkang (Jorkong) village officially gave their consent for pre-feasibility report (PFR) activities by signing agreements with the Government
LUNGLA, 27 Apr: A capacity-building programme on balanced use of fertilisers, along with input distribution under the Tribal Sub-Plan, was organised here in Tawang district on Monday. The programme was jointly organised by the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) and the Tawang Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK). Among the attendees were local MLA Tsering Lhamu, IARI
[ AN Mohammed ] For the people of Arunachal Pradesh, the Subansiri river is more than a geographical feature – it is a living presence that has shaped settlements, livelihoods, and culture across Upper Subansiri, Lower Subansiri and Kamle districts for generations. Rising from the high reaches of Upper Subansiri and flowing through forested valleys
YUPIA, 26 Apr: A special POCSO court here has sentenced a 44-year-old man to death for repeatedly raping his minor relative while escorting her from Seppa to Doimukh in 2019, terming the offence a “rarest of rare” case marked by extreme breach of trust. Special Judge (POCSO) Dr Hirendra Kashyap convicted Lakang Tallang under Sections
[ Prem Chetry ] DIRANG, 26 Apr: Several small-sized Buddha statues were stolen by miscreants from the prayer wheel shed of Thupsung Dargye Ling monastery here in West Kameng district on Saturday morning, leaving the residents in a state of shock. Reportedly, at least 20 Buddha statues have been stolen. Jikmey Rinpoche of the monastery
Monday Musing [ Bengia Ajum ] Often, the government announces schemes to benefit the people, but rarely do they reach the real beneficiaries they are meant for. Whether in education, entrepreneurship, agriculture, horticulture, or health, the state government runs several schemes. It is often seen that, due to political intervention, the actual beneficiaries are deprived,
PAPU NALLAH, 26 Apr: The AP QueerStation has expressed serious concern over how the Transgender Persons (Amendment) Bill 2026 has already begun affecting the transgender community in Arunachal Pradesh. During a meeting convened here on Saturday, several transgender members shared distressing experiences at district administrative offices, where they reported being dismissed, humiliated, and denied services.
NEW DELHI, 26 Apr: The National Green Tribunal has sought a response from the Centre and others regarding the danger hanging glaciers pose in the mountain slopes of central Himalaya. The green body was hearing a matter where it had taken suo motu cognisance of a newspaper report citing a study which flagged the environmental
LIKABALI, 26 Apr: Governor KT Parnaik urged the state government to introduce stronger provisions for ex-servicemen’s welfare, including enhanced job reservations in civil offices, cash incentives, and land allotment for decorated personnel, while ensuring smooth disbursement of gratuity and welfare funds. He also called for robust medical support to them through the Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health
KHONSA, 26 Apr: Khonsa West MLA Chakat Aboh urged citizens to actively participate in the national census and give accurate data, saying that it is crucial for effective planning and inclusive development. Aboh made the appeal after completing her self-enumeration as part of preparations for Census 2027. Residents have also been requested to cooperate with
KIMI, 26 Apr: West Kameng Deputy Commissioner Dr Dilip Kumar visited the Kameng Hydropower Station (KaHPS) here on Saturday, and interacted with the head of project and other senior officers of the project to review the functioning and ongoing activities of the project. Accompanied by Thrizino Additional Deputy Commissioner Topek Kakki and the Buragaon assistant
Staff Reporter ITANAGAR, 26 Apr: The Enforcement Directorate’s (ED) Guwahati zonal office on Thursday conducted raids at nine locations across Arunachal Pradesh, targeting wholesale liquor sellers. The raids, carried out in Itanagar, Naharlagun, Seppa, Ziro, Daporijo, Namsai, and Roing, were conducted under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002, to investigate an alleged large-scale illegal
ZIRO, 26 Apr: The 32nd Ziro bird walk transformed Siikhe Lake here in Lower Subansiri district into a living classroom on Sunday, bringing together students of Kids Quest School for a morning of discovery and conservation. Under the guidance of wildlife filmmaker MilloTako, the children traded their desks for binoculars, spotting everything from elegant mallards
