NIRJULI, 27 Mar: A 30 cubic metre capacity biogas (gobar gas) plant, consisting of two units, was inaugurated at the central cattle breeding farm (CCBF) here on Friday by Planning Commissioner RK Sharma, in the presence of Animal Husbandry, Veterinary and Dairy Development (AHV&DD)Secretary YVVJ Rajasekhar, along with officers from the APEDA and the AHV&DD
NEW DELHI, 27 Mar: The government has slashed excise duty on petrol and diesel by Rs 10 per litre, averting a pump price hike that had become necessary because of soaring global oil prices. The cut in special additional excise duty on petrol from Rs 13 a litre to Rs 3 and the same on
TAWANG, 27 Mar: Tawang Deputy Commissioner Namgyal Angmo visited Zermiteng on Friday to review the preparations for the upcoming 1st Rhododendron Festival, scheduled to be held on 11 and 12 April. The visit focused on ensuring seamless arrangements for the successful conduct of the district’s much-anticipated cultural and nature-based festival. During the inspection, the deputy
BOMDILA, 27 Mar: Nineteen children were rescued from different establishments and places in West Kameng district during extensive checking drives conducted as part of the ongoing pan-India rescue and rehabilitation campaign by the district child protection unit (DCPU), along with other relevant departments and officials. The persons who engaged them have been notified to appear
ITANAGAR, 27 Mar: Governor KT Parnaik has urged the people of the state to actively participate in the observance of Earth Hour by switching off all non-essential lights for one hour, from 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm, on 28 March. “As we mark the 20 years of Earth Hour, let us create the biggest hour
PASIGHAT, 27 Mar: East Siang Deputy Commissioner Sonalika Jiwani reiterated the vital role of community participation in building a drug-free district. Chairing an NCORD meeting here on Friday, the DC emphasised that grassroots initiatives and active community support are key to strengthening the efforts of the district administration, as local communities have a deeper understanding
NEW DELHI, 27 Mar: Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has written to chief justices of high courts for expeditious filling up of judicial vacancies with special focus on elevation of women judges for ensuring diversity in the benches. According to sources, the CJI wrote to chief justices of 25 high courts last week
LAHO, 27 Mar: A devastating fire occurred at around 9:30 pm on Thursday in Laho village in Tirap district, reducing two houses, belonging to Tanwang Hakhun and Wanghat Kamhua, to ashes. The house of Kamhua was under construction under the PMAY as an MIB-type building. According to reports, the fire originated from the residence of
BOLENG, 27 Mar: Deputy Commissioner Tayi Taggu launched the NABARD’s potential linked credit plan (PLP) 2026-27 for Siang district here on Friday. The potential for institutional credit towards priority sector for Siang district has been estimated to the tune of Rs 2,856.02 lakh for the year 2026-27. NABARD Assistant General Manager Nitya Mili highlighted that
ZIRO, 27 Mar: A nine-member team from Bangalore-based Sri Sathya Sai Seva Sangathan, led by its national youth coordinator Laxmikant Sharma, on Friday conducted a survey for upgrading the health centre at the Mahatma Gandhi Centre in Hong in Lower Subansiri district, which is being run by NGO Helping Hands. The team also held an
ITANAGAR, 27 Mar: The Kamsa Dramatics Society (KDS) conducted Arunachal Pradesh’ first-ever theatre-based anti-ragging awareness workshops, introducing a creative and participatory approach to addressing ragging among school students. The workshops were held from 11 February to 26 March, and were led by Paalin Kabak, in collaboration with the education department. The initiative was conducted across
BASAR, 27 Mar: A training programme on the special intensive revision (SIR) for all assistant electoral registration officers (AEROs) of Basar, Tirbin, Sago and Dari, along with booth level officers (BLOs) and BLO supervisors under the Basar Assembly constituency was conducted at the DC’s conference hall here in Leparada district on Friday. In her address,
DAPORIJO, 27 Mar: The local school management committee (SMC) for the JNV in Langpa Dagiam in Taliha circle of Upper Subansiri stated that all the basic infrastructure of the school has been provisionally completed with the help of the public. “The school infrastructure, including SPT buildings,was constructed through volunteers and crowd contributions,” the SMC said,
LIKABALI, 27 Mar: The annual Malini Mela at Malinithan here in Lower Siang district concluded on Friday after a five-day celebration of culture, spirituality, and unity amid enthusiastic community participation from even beyond the state. The main attractions of the fifth day included captivating cultural group dances and vibrant musical performances by Sam Rex &
DIRANG, 27 Mar: The Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) conducted an outreach programme at the government polytechnic institute here in West Kameng district on Friday to create awareness among the students about career opportunities, and to guide them towards achieving their professional goals. The outreach programme, themed ‘Empowering youths for careers in public service’,
HAWAI, 27 Mar: The Anjaw District Industries Centre (DIC) organised an entrepreneurship development programme (EDP) at the circuit house here on Friday, with the aim of promoting entrepreneurship and sensitising the participants to various government schemes. Addressing the participants, District Planning Officer Ozing Gao emphasised the importance and potential of entrepreneurship in driving local economic
NEW DELHI, 27 Mar: The government has proposed to amend the Motor Vehicle Act to allow a 30-day grace period after the expiry of a driving licence, during which it will continue to remain valid. This is part of the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026 which was introduced by Minister of State for
[ Bengia Ajum ] NAMPONG, 26 Mar: Firing from across the border has been reported in the area between international border outposts 171 and 173 in Changlang district. According to police sources, the incident took place on Thursday evening. There have been no reports of any casualties. Reportedly, fencing work is underway along the Indo-Myanmar
NEW DELHI, 26 Mar: Donations to national parties surged by 161 percent in 2024-25 compared to the previous fiscal, with the ruling BJP accounting for the overwhelming majority, more than 10 times the combined total received by all other national parties, according to a report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR). The report, released
Staff Reporter ITANAGAR 26 Mar: The Government of Arunachal Pradesh (GoAP) has issued a strict directive regarding the validity of government cheques for the financial year 2025-26. In an official communication issued recently, the finance department has fixed 28 March as the last date for drawal of money through government cheques by all cheque-drawing departments.
