ITANAGAR, 7 Mar: Governor KT Parnaik called upon every woman to believe in their worth, assert their rights, and confidently pursue greater opportunities, leadership, and economic independence. Extending greetings to the women of the state on the occasion of the International Women’s Day, the governor said: “When women are supported, empowered, and visible, families grow
ITANAGAR, 7 Mar: The much-awaited Rime bridge over the Hijum river in West Siang district has been completed, ending years of isolation, an official said on Saturday. The 15-metre bridge has been constructed under the Chief Minister’s Comprehensive State Road Development Plan at a cost of Rs 4 crore. The project has been executed by
ITANAGAR, 7 Mar: The second day of the 11th Arunachal Film Festival (AFF) unfolded with a vibrant celebration of storytelling, bringing together filmmakers, artists and cinema lovers for a day of engaging screenings, conversations, and shared creative energy. The day began with the short film grant pitch, where six shortlisted participants presented their project ideas
NEW DELHI, 7 Mar: National Commission for Women (NCW) Chairperson Vijaya Kishore Rahatkar on Saturday said that true empowerment of women begins with breaking mental barriers created by fear, self-doubt and longstanding social conditioning. Addressing a national convention of women thought leaders at Vigyan Bhavan here, Rahatkar noted that Indian civilisation has traditionally viewed women
RONO HILLS, 7 Mar: The two-day national seminar titled ‘Women and future of work in the age of digital and climate transitions’, organised by the Women Studies & Research Centre (WS&RC) of Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU), in collaboration with RGU’s economics department as part of the International Women’s Day celebrations, concluded here on Friday. During
ITANAGAR, 7 Mar: The Arunachal Pradesh State Commission for Women (APSCW) and the Arunachal Life Saving Foundation (ALSF), in collaboration with Miss Universe Arunachal Pradesh, organised a voluntary blood donation camp at RK Mission Hospital here on Saturday, on the eve of the International Women’s Day (IWD), with the theme ‘Give to Gain’. ALSF chairman
SEPPA, 7 Mar: More than 200 farmers from Papu Valley in East Kameng district and from Pakke-Kessang district participated in an awareness programme on improved jute cultivation conducted on Friday at the Ato Ringso convention hall in Lumdung near here. The programme was jointly organised by the Jute Corporation of India Ltd (JCI) and the
[ Lamwang Aran ] In a remarkable milestone for horticultural innovation in Arunachal Pradesh, the pristine valley of Anini has witnessed the successful blooming of tulips for the first time. The pioneering scientific trial was conducted by Dr Oying Jamoh, horticulture specialist at Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Dibang Valley, marking a promising beginning for floriculture
ROTTE, 7 Mar: The Lower Siang district administration organised a Seva Aapke Dwar (SAD) 2.0 camp at Rotte village in Koyu circle, bringing essential government services directly to the people of the remote area. The programme was inaugurated by Koyu ZPM Nyachi Koyu, in the presence of ADC Ainstein Koyu, Koyu AC Dr M Kakki,
LEKHI, 7 Mar: The management studies department of Arunodaya University (AU) organised a personality development programme titled ‘Campus to corporate: Unlocking corporate readiness skills’, here on Friday. The programme aimed to enhance students’ personal and professional skills, and to prepare them for corporate environments. The session was conducted by government and public advisory consultant Manish
LIKABALI, 7 Mar: Lower Siang ZPC Pakmo Koyu underscored the crucial role of self-help groups (SHGs) in reducing poverty, promoting self-employment, and strengthening grassroots institutions. Attending the third foundation day celebration of the Digo Neli Primary Level Federation at Lumpo village in Lower Siang district on Saturday, Koyu congratulated the members of the federation on
SEPPA, 7 Nov: A meeting of the East Kameng District Road Safety Committee was held here on Friday to review road safety measures and improve traffic management in Seppa township. During the meeting, the committee deliberated on several measures to enhance road safety, including assessment of traffic volume during peak hours, identification of designated parking
[ Bengia Ajum ] ITANAGAR, 6 Mar: The education department has informed that, as per data recorded through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP), a total of 11,775 students from Arunachal Pradesh are currently studying in various parts of the country. Replying to a question by MLA Wanglin Lowangdong on the first day of the budget
[ Bengia Ajum ] ITANAGAR, 6 Mar: The lone Congress MLA, Kumar Waii, on the first day of the budget session moved a private member’s resolution stating, “This Assembly is of the opinion that the Government of Arunachal Pradesh needs to take urgent measures to strengthen the protection of wildlife and address human-wildlife conflict in
ITANAGAR, 6 Mar: As many as seven important bills were introduced in the Assembly on Friday. Home Minister Mama Natung introduced the Arunachal Pradesh Fire and Emergency Services Bill, which seeks to provide for the maintenance of fire and emergency services and strengthen provisions for fire prevention and safety measures in buildings and premises across
ITANAGAR, 6 Mar: The Arunachal Pradesh government is taking steps to address the shortage of principals in higher secondary schools in the state, Education Minister Pasang Dorjee Sona informed the Assembly on Friday. Replying to a question raised by NPP MLA Thangwang Wangham during Question Hour, the minister said that, under the existing Recruitment Rules,
YINGKIONG, 6 Mar: The Yingkiong unit of the Arunachal Pradesh Women’s Welfare Society (APWWS) organised a five-km ‘Pink Health’ mini marathon, in partnership with the Upper Siang district administration, here on Friday. Deputy Commissioner Talo Jerang flagged off the marathon at 6 am from the Simong Club gate (Hiyeng), in the presence of APWWS Yingkiong
PASIGHAT, 6 Mar: Akashvani Pasighat, the first radio station of Arunachal Pradesh, celebrated its 60th foundation day in its office promises here in East Siang district on Thursday. Speaking on the occasion, Akashvani Pasighat Head ID Pertin dwelt on the station’s legacy and epic journey. He also called upon the staff, casual assignees, and radio
ITANAGAR, 6 Mar: The All Nyishi Youth Association (ANYA) has urged the NIT Arunachal Pradesh director to halt all construction activities within the institute’s campus, complying with the directive from the divisional forest officer (DFO) of the Banderdewa forest division. In a representation submitted to the NIT director on 6 March, the ANYA cited a
ITANAGAR, 6 Mar: The 11th edition of the Arunachal Film Festival (AFF) officially stepped into the spotlight on Friday at TNZ Cinemas, marking a long but purposeful 11-year journey for the region’s storytellers. Organised by the department of information and public relations (DIPR), the festival has grown into a vital heartbeat for the creative economy,
