ITANAGAR, 5 Apr: Dera Natung Government College’s (DNGC) Hindi Assistant Professor Dr Taro Sindik has been honoured with the prestigious Global Diamond Icon Award-2026. The award was conferred by the Bhavya Foundation during the Antarrashtriya Maitri Sammelan held at the Gyan Vihar University, Jaipur on 5 April. Dr Sindik received the award in recognition of
SILLUK, 5 Apr: A total of 82 patients from Silluk and nearby villages benefitted from a free health camp conducted by the Siang Trust here in East Siang district on Sunday. A team of medical staff, including eye specialist Dr Beauty Borang Perme, offered free medical services,including PB, sugar and HbA1C and ECG tests, and
DAPORIJO, 4 Apr: The Subansiri Upper Hydroelectric Project Land Affected People’s Forum has demanded that public hearing for environmental clearance of the Subansiri Upper Hydroelectric Project (SUHEP) be conducted afresh in a fair and transparent manner, ensuring equal participation of all stakeholders. The forum alleged that the public hearing conducted on 24 March in Singik
NEW DELHI, 4 Apr: The government on Saturday urged citizens to avoid panic buying of petrol, diesel and LPG, saying that fuel supplies remain adequate despite disruptions linked to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The ministry of petroleum and natural gas said the government is taking proactive steps to ensure the uninterrupted availability
NEW DELHI, 4 Apr: India said on Saturday that there are no payment issues with Iran for crude imports, and that refiners continue to source oil from the country, as well as from a wide range of global suppliers. In a post on X, the ministry of petroleum and natural gas dismissed reports that an
ITANAGAR, 4 Apr: Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Saturday exuded confidence that the NDA would return to power for a third consecutive term in Assam, saying the overwhelming response from people during election rallies in Lakhimpur district reflected growing support for the alliance and its development agenda in the Northeast. Campaigning for NDA candidates in
ITANAGAR, 4 Apr: The body of a youth who went missing after being swept away by the strong currents of the Tissa river in Tirap district was recovered on Saturday following a joint search operation by the NDRF, SDRF and local authorities. The body of Laichat Wangpan (25), a resident of Chasa village, was recovered
ITANAGAR, 4 Apr: Governor KT Parnaik said that photography, beyond being an art form, is a powerful medium to document and preserve the state’s rich cultural heritage, vibrant traditions, and the unique diversity of its flora, fauna, and natural landscapes. During a meeting with representatives of the Arunachal Photography Club (APC) at the Lok Bhavan
NEW DELHI, 4 Apr: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday alleged that the Modi government is putting the security of every Indian at risk by attempting to “cover up its own failures” and concealing the reality of foreign surveillance through Chinese cameras installed at vital locations. “This is a deliberate conspiracy to keep India in
[ Pisi Zauing ] MIAO, 4 Apr: The anti-drugs squad (ADS) of the Miao police station in Changlang district apprehended a drug peddler with suspected heroin weighing approximately 46.9 grams. The accused, identified as Tosham alias Matkham Ngaimong (37), a resident of New Khamlang village, Miao, was arrested on 3 April following a tip-off received
ITANAGAR, 4 Apr: Governor KT Parnaik has greeted the people of the state, especially the Galo community, on the festive occasion of Mopin. He expressed with that the vibrant festival would usher in peace, happiness, and prosperity across the state. Mopin is one of the most celebrated festivals of Arunachal Pradesh and a vivid reflection
ITANAGAR, 4 Apr: A militant of the banned ULFA-I surrendered before security forces in Tirap district, an official said on Saturday. The surrendered militant was identified as self-styled private Jintu Gogoi (23), alias Arun Asom, a resident of Hachara village under Singhadawar police station in Assam’s Sivasagar district. He laid down arms before the police,
ROING, 4 Apr: Thirty meritorious students of Lower Dibang Valley district were awarded for their outstanding academic achievements during the Golden Jubilee Meritorious Students Award ceremony, 2024-25, held here on Friday. MLA Mutchu Mithi congratulated the students for their achievements, stating that acknowledging their efforts and hard work would motivate them. He appreciated parents and
ITANAGAR, 3 Apr: US publisher Modern Library is all set to publish author Yeshe Dorjee Thongchi’s story collection, The Smell of Bamboo Blossoms. Leila Tejani at Penguin Random House’s Modern Library imprint bought the world English rights to the collection in a deal brokered by Lucy Cleland at Frances Goldin. The book will be translated
ITANAGAR, 3 Apr: Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein on Friday said that the state is witnessing strong economic momentum with its GSDP projected to rise from Rs 41,314 crore in the 2025-26 fiscal to Rs 50,651 crore in the financial year 2026-27, reflecting robust fiscal management and sustained development across key sectors. Mein, who also
ITANAGAR, 3 Apr: Arunachal Pradesh wrapped up its inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games campaign on a satisfactory note, finishing in the top five among the 25 states and union territories, with six gold, one silver and four bronze medals. The most heartening news for the state was the winning of a gold medal by Nedi
[ Prem Chetry ] BOMDILA, 3 Apr: The district administrations of Tawang and West Kameng are conducting regular inspections and monitoring LPG and fuel depots to ensure strict prevention of hoarding and black marketing. In Bhalukpong in West Kameng district, Pawan Kumar, the gas agency manager, informed that stock is now available. It was when
ITANAGAR, 3 Apr: The conversations emerging from Seeti 2.0 in Meghalaya are beginning to shape what comes next. As the five-day cultural immersion brought together chefs, restaurateurs, cultural practitioners, media voices, creators and tastemakers to engage with the region’s food, craft, landscapes and everyday culture, it has also opened up possibilities for taking the format
ITANAGAR, 3 Apr: Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Friday said the passage of the Jan Vishwas bill in Parliament marked a decisive shift towards trust-based governance, highlighting the Centre’s efforts to reduce criminalisation and simplify laws to improve ease of doing business. The Parliament on Thursday passed the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026,
NEW DELHI, 3 Apr: Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), the nation’s biggest oil firm, on Friday said liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) supply in India remains stable and adequate despite geopolitical disruptions to global energy markets, adding that domestic availability continues to be its top priority. The company said it is delivering around 28 lakh LPG cylinders
