Northeast

Manipur witnessed a surge in protests against the controversial Waqf Amendment Act, 2025, with demonstrations erupting across several districts, including Imphal East, Thoubal, and Bishnupur. The protests, led by the Meitei Pangal community, have drawn thousands of participants, highlighting widespread discontent over the legislation. Kshetrigao MLA Sheikh Noorul Hassan, a senior leader of the National…

Lilong, April 7, 2025 – Tensions have escalated in Manipur following the passage of the Waqf Amendment Act, 2025, as the residence of BJP Minority Morcha’s Manipur President Md Asker Ali was torched by a mob in Lilong. The attack, reportedly involving 7,000 to 8,000 people, occurred on Sunday evening in response to Ali’s public…

Lilong, April 7, 2025 – Authorities in Manipur’s Thoubal district have imposed restrictions on gatherings and the carrying of weapons in Lilong following an arson attack on the residence of BJP Minority Morcha state president Md Asker Ali. The incident occurred on Sunday evening, when a mob of approximately 7,000 to 8,000 people vandalized and…

Gangtok, April 7, 2025 – Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang participated in a high-level task force meeting convened by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER). The discussions, held via video conference, focused on strengthening agriculture, horticulture, and tourism in the northeastern states. The meeting brought together union ministers, chief ministers, and…

Meghalaya has solidified its position as the second most sought-after tourist destination in Northeast India, following Assam, according to the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER). Known as the “Abode of Clouds,” Meghalaya has captivated travelers with its breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and unique attractions. The state boasts iconic destinations such as…

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership for ushering in a historic transformation in the Northeastern region of India. Speaking at the Mopin Festival of the Galo tribe in Arunachal Pradesh, Sarma emphasized the unprecedented development in connectivity, infrastructure, and economic integration that the region has witnessed under Modi’s…

The Assam government recently honored distinguished individuals and organizations with the state’s highest civilian awards—Assam Baibhav, Assam Saurav, and Assam Gaurav—at a grand ceremony held at Srimanta Sankardeva Kalakshetra in Guwahati. The awards recognize outstanding contributions across diverse fields, including defense, science, art, sports, social work, and environmental conservation. The prestigious Assam Baibhav Award, the…

In a significant boost to infrastructure development in the Northeast, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has announced the construction of a 121-km-long Guwahati Ring Road, including a major 3-km bridge over the Brahmaputra River. The project, with an estimated cost of ₹7,000 crore, aims to enhance regional connectivity and ease traffic congestion in…

Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, announced that the central government has spent a total of Rs 64,973 crore for the development of the Northeast in the last financial year, up to March 18, 2025. The funds were utilized by 54 ministries and departments, including the Ministry of DoNER,…

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has strongly condemned recent remarks made by Muhammad Yunus, Chief Adviser to Bangladesh’s interim government, regarding India’s northeastern states. Yunus, during his visit to China, referred to the seven northeastern states as “landlocked” and positioned Bangladesh as their “guardian of ocean access.” Sarma labeled these comments as “offensive and…