Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has raised a stark warning about the looming environmental, strategic, and livelihood threats posed by China’s mega hydropower projects on the Yarlung Tsangpo river in Tibet, known as the Brahmaputra in India. Calling it a “ticking water bomb,” he urged the Centre to prioritise proactive diplomatic and mitigation measures…
In a bid to restore normalcy and support livelihoods affected by prolonged ethnic violence in Manipur, Bishnupur district administration chaired a high-level security meeting this week focusing on two core priorities – ensuring farmers can resume cultivation without fear and expediting the resettlement of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the region. Deputy Commissioner Lourembam Bikram…
In a strong statement amid ongoing tensions over land eviction drives in Assam, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has justified the government’s action to clear encroachments, asserting that state land must be freed for public welfare and development. He warned the All Assam Minority Students’ Union (AAMSU) of a “stern response” if it continues what…
In a strong and unequivocal statement, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu asserted India’s sovereignty over the state, countering China’s repeated claims by highlighting historical facts and the state’s shared border with Tibet, not directly with China. Context: China’s Persistent Claims Over Arunachal Pradesh China has long claimed the Indian state of Arunachal Pradesh as…
In a significant environmental and community mobilisation initiative, Arunachal Pradesh’s Changlang district on Monday carried out a massive tree plantation drive under the national campaign ‘Ek Pedh Maa Ke Naam’, reinforcing India’s commitment to green development, environmental restoration, and mass participation. About The Campaign The ‘Ek Pedh Maa Ke Naam’ (A Tree In Mother’s Name)…
In a significant step towards enhancing youth employability and economic self-reliance, the Meghalaya government has launched a revamped Skills Meghalaya Mission with an ambitious target of skilling 23,000 candidates across sectors within the next phase. The move aligns with Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma’s vision to transform Meghalaya into a skills-intensive and knowledge-driven economy. Mission…
In a decisive administrative push to accelerate Assam’s welfare coverage, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma visited Tamulpur district on Wednesday to review progress under multiple flagship schemes. Stressing the need for “full saturation”, Sarma directed district officials to ensure that no eligible beneficiary is left out as the government eyes holistic development of rural and…
In a significant push towards ensuring efficient implementation of ongoing development projects in his constituency, Kalaktang MLA Tseten Chombay conducted an extensive review meeting with departmental officials, contractors, panchayat leaders, and public representatives on Wednesday. The review, held at the Kalaktang Circuit House, focused on accelerating pending works, ensuring quality standards, and addressing bottlenecks delaying…
The Nagaland government has initiated a comprehensive review of its existing reservation policy in response to rising demands and protests by multiple tribal groups seeking equitable representation in government jobs and educational institutions. Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio convened a high-level meeting with cabinet ministers, senior bureaucrats, and tribal leaders on Wednesday to deliberate on possible…
In a significant development towards reshaping Assam’s higher education system, Education Minister Dr Ranoj Pegu met Governor Gulab Chand Kataria to brief him on the comprehensive reforms being implemented under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The meeting held at Raj Bhavan underscored Assam’s commitment to position itself as a model state in NEP rollout…
