Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Jyotiraditya Scindia, revealed that the Central Government spent more than double the allocated budget for the Northeast in the last financial year. Against an initial allocation of ₹51,000 crore, the total expenditure from 54 ministries exceeded ₹1.06 lakh crore. Speaking in Parliament, Scindia emphasized the government’s…
Amid rising political tensions in the Northeast, Meghalaya BJP leader and cabinet minister A.L. Hek has voiced his support for the demand for smaller states in the region. Speaking to reporters in Shillong, Hek stated, “There is nothing wrong in asking for smaller states. Garo wants Garoland, and Khasis want Khasiland. Is there anything wrong…
Ahead of the April 5 peace talks in New Delhi, Kuki leaders in Manipur have outlined three key preconditions for a ceasefire with the Meitei community. The talks, organized by the Ministry of Home Affairs, aim to address the ongoing ethnic conflict that has claimed over 250 lives and displaced thousands since May 2023. During…
Gauhati University, one of Assam’s premier educational institutions, observed Students’ Day on March 31, 2025, to commemorate the birth anniversary of Bodofa Upendra Nath Brahma, a revered leader and social reformer of the Bodo community. The event was marked by a series of cultural and academic activities, reflecting the university’s commitment to celebrating the legacy…
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Assam has intensified its preparations for the upcoming panchayat elections by forming specialized committees to ensure a well-coordinated campaign. The state unit has established a 16-member Panchayat Election Management Committee, led by Assam Minister Pijush Hazarika, and a 13-member Manifesto Drafting Committee, headed by Minister Ranjeet Kumar Dass. The…
Bangladesh’s interim Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has sparked a major controversy with his recent remarks during a visit to China, where he referred to India’s northeastern states as “landlocked” and positioned Bangladesh as their “guardian of ocean access.” His comments, made during a high-level meeting with Chinese officials, have drawn sharp criticism from political leaders…
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has announced the extension of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) for six months in Manipur, Nagaland, and Arunachal Pradesh, citing ongoing security challenges in these northeastern states. The decision, effective from April 1, 2025, underscores the government’s commitment to maintaining law and order in regions classified as…
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has laid the foundation stone for the state’s second ropeway, which will connect Biswanath Ghat to Umatumuni River Island. The project, valued at ₹60 crore, is expected to be completed within 18 months and aims to significantly enhance connectivity and boost tourism in the region. The ropeway, spanning 446…
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has asserted that the imposition of President’s Rule in Manipur was executed at the appropriate time, ensuring the restoration of normalcy in the violence-stricken state. Speaking at the Times Now Summit 2025, Shah emphasized that the situation in Manipur has significantly improved, with peace talks underway between the Meitei and…
The Assam government has announced the extension of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) in three districts—Tinsukia, Charaideo, and Sivasagar—for an additional six months, citing ongoing security concerns. However, the controversial law has been withdrawn from Dibrugarh district due to significant improvements in the law and order situation. The decision follows a review of…
