A male Asiatic black bear cub, estimated to be a month old, was recently rescued from Sagalee in Papum Pare district, Arunachal Pradesh by the environment, forest & climate change department of Arunachal Pradesh. The cub, believed to have been separated from its mother, who was likely a victim of poaching, was handed over to... The post Vulnerable One-Month-Old Male Asiatic Black Bear Rescued In Arunachal appeared first on Northeast Today .

In a heartwarming move aimed at empowering underprivileged children, Indias leading tennis player, Rohan Bopanna, has selected 25 promising youngsters from remote regions of Majuli Island and Bongaigaon in Assam to receive comprehensive tennis training. This collaborative effort between the Rohan Bopanna Tennis Academy (RBTA) and Kamal India Foundation UK seeks to provide extensive support... The post Tennis Star Rohan Bopanna To Mentor 25 Underprivileged Children From Assam appeared first on No

Agartala, May 02, 2024: A devastating incident left Tripuras Chantail Gram Panchayat area of Kailashahar under Unakoti district reeling as a young man has taken his own life by cutting his throat with a knife. The deceased has been identified as Ramakanta Mitra, a car driver who had been plying his trade in Mizoram for... The post Tripura: Youth Commits Suicide at Chantail Gram Panchayat appeared first on Northeast Today .

Agartala, May 02, 2024: In the wake of a scorching heatwave sweeping across the country, Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary in Tripura has taken extraordinary measures to safeguard its diverse wildlife. The zoo, home to hundreds of species including tigers, bears, lions, clouded leopards, owls, birds, and spectacled monkeys, has been proactive in combating the lethal heat... The post Heatwave Measures Implemented in Sepahijala Wildlife Sancturary to Protect Animals and Birds appeared first on Northea

Agartala, May 02, 2024: Tripura Police arrested four individuals, including three women and an auto driver, for their alleged involvement in drug trafficking on Thursday. The arrestees were apprehended during a routine check of a passenger auto-rickshaw traveling from Agartala to Teliamura in Khowai district. The police seized a total of 25 kg of dry... The post Tripura Police Arrests Four Including Three Women for Transporting 10 KGs of Cannabis appeared first on Northeast Today .

As the scorching heatwave tightens its grip on Meghalaya, particularly in Shillong and Tura, residents since last few weeks are grappling with a severe water shortage, raising concerns among officials and residents alike. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma, alongside Chief Secretary DP Wahlang, convened a high-level meeting on Wednesday to assess the alarming water crisis... The post Meghalaya In Crisis: Heatwave Intensifies Water Shortage In Shillong And Tura appeared first on Northeast Today .

In a significant development, the first phase of the deportation of illegal immigrants from Myanmar has been successfully completed in Manipur, India, with 38 individuals exiting the country via the Moreh checkpoint today. Under the leadership of Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh, the process was reportedly executed without discrimination. In a handover ceremony, one... The post 1st Phase Of Illegal Immigrants Deportation Completed In Manipur, 77 Myanmar Nationals Deported appeared first on N

In a commendable effort to promote a greener future and benefit the environment and local community by reducing dependence on conventional energy sources, the Indian Armys Spear Corps has unveiled a cutting-edge 1 MW solar power plant in Sigar, situated in the East Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh. The inauguration ceremony, held amidst great anticipation,... The post Arunachal Goes Green, Indian Armys Spear Corps Inaugurates 1 MW Solar Power Plant In East Siang appeared first on Northeast To

In a proud moment for Soreng district and Sikkim Government Law College, Sumiran Chettri, a law student hailing from Malbasey, Budhang, Soreng District, has been chosen to represent India at the United Nations Simulation Conference. This prestigious opportunity for Sumiran, currently pursuing his B.A.LLB, will see him participate in the diplomatic simulation scheduled from October... The post Sikkim Law Student Selected As Indias Delegate To UN Simulation Conference In Istanbul appeared first on

Agartala, May 02, 2024: In the early hours of Thursday morning, tragedy struck as a bus bound for Guwahati from Agartala veered off the road and crashed in Dittokcherra, Dima Hasao district. Candidates traveling by bus to Guwahati for a recruitment exam at Tripura State Cooperative Bank were tragically involved in a fatal accident. The... The post Guwahati-Bound Bus from Agartala Meet Accident, Claiming One Life & Many Injured appeared first on Northeast Today .

Online nominations and recommendations for the Padma Awards 2025 have reportedly begun. The last date for nominations for Padma Awards is the 15th of September 2024. The nominations/recommendations for Padma Awards will be received online on the Rashtriya Puraskar Portal. The Padma Awards, namely, Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri, are amongst the highest... The post Nominate Your Heroes: Online Nominations And Recommendations For Padma Awards 2025 Begins appeared first on Northeast

Sanjoy Das, a working professional hailing from Dibrugarh, Assam, has made headlines by setting a new world record. Das, currently employed at Infosys in Bengaluru, has secured a position in the International Book of Records for accomplishing the most number of certificates in artificial intelligence (45) within a mere 24-hour period. His record-setting endeavor took... The post Assams Sanjoy Das Sets World Record, Achieves 45 Certificates On AI In 24 Hours appeared first on Northeast Today .

In response to the escalating temperatures, the Deputy Commissioner of East Garo Hills, also serving as the Chairman of the District Disaster Management Authority, has issued an advisory to deal the heatwave. As per the advisory, people are asked to avoid going out between 12 noon and 3 pm. Additionally, they are urged to wear... The post Meghalaya: Heatwave Advisory Issued For East Garo Hills, People Urged To Stay Indoors, Wear Light Clothes appeared first on Northeast Today .

The Meghalaya Horticulture department, in collaboration with the Tourism department, has inaugurated the first-ever Strawberry Market at Khyndai Lad. Following the resounding success of the recent strawberry festival held across various villages earlier this month, the market aims to provide a dedicated platform for local farmers to showcase their produce while also featuring cultural performances... The post Meghalayas Special Strawberry Market At Khyndai Lad Ends May 3rd appeared first on Nort

In a significant development for Shillongs infrastructure, Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong announced on Wednesday that partial land allocation for the Shillong Western Bypass has been completed. The allotted land has been transferred to the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) to facilitate the commencement of road construction. According to Tynsong, the process... The post Partial Land Allocation For The Shillong Western Bypass Completed : Dy CM T

The State Board of Secondary Education, Assam (SEBA), has announced the introduction of a new elective subject focusing on Artificial Intelligence and Robotics. This subject will be reportedly offered starting from the academic session 2024-2025 for class IX students, followed by class X from the academic session 2025-2026. The notification from SEBA emphasizes accessibility, stating... The post Assam: SEBA To Introduce Artificial Intelligence And Robotics As New Elective Subject For Class 9 & 1

Agartala, May 01, 2024: In a startling turn of events, Pradyut Chowdhury, the former president of Usha Bazar Bharat Ratna Sangh Club in the peripheries of Agartala city, has been apprehended by Airport police station staff in connection with the tragic murder of Durga Prasanna Deb alias Vicky, the clubs general secretary. Vicky was fatally... The post Tripura: Club Secretary Fatally Shot in Agartalas Suburbs; One Arrested appeared first on Northeast Today .

Superintendent of Police, Kohima, Bharat Laxman Markad, launched a AVL 437 DUO Vehicle Emission Checking Machine, and flagged off three traffic patrol motorcycles in the state capital, yesterday. Addressing the event, he emphasized on the need to curb activities that harm the environment. Markad said, vehicle emission is one of the major causes of environmental... The post Nagaland: Kohima Police Unveils Vehicle Emission Checking Machine To Combat Pollution appeared first on Northeast Today .

Nagaland Baptist Church Council (NBCC) has declined the offer from the State Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to clean the church compound on May 11. The NBCC was responding to a directive issued by the State BJP President to district presidents to take up cleanliness drive at Church compounds in all the 60 area constituencies to... The post Nagaland Baptist Church Council Says No To BJPs Cleanliness Drive In Church Compound appeared first on Northeast Today .

Agartala, April 30, 2024: In the midst of a sweltering heatwave that has seen temperatures soar to 4 to 5 degrees above the seasonal average, the residents of Tripura are facing challenging conditions. The relentless heat has significantly affected daily life, with many struggling to cope with the high temperatures. The state, which has been... The post Heatwave Update: Meteorological Department Predicts Temperature Drop in Tripura appeared first on Northeast Today .

Agartala, April 30, 2024: BJP leaders and MLAs along with karyakartas of the Yuva Morcha have initiated a large-scale relief effort throughout the state of Tripura amid intense heatwave. They are distributing cold drinking water, watermelons, and fruits among the general populace. Mayor Dipak Majumdar of Agartala Municipal Corporation took proactive measures to alleviate the... The post BJP Leaders, MLAs & Yuva Morcha Launch Extensive Relief Mission in Tripura, Distributing Essential Supplies Am

Agartala, April 30, 2024: Tripura police on Tuesday arrested three Bangladeshi nationals named Mansoor Ali, Mohammad Qaim, and Russel Ahmed. The trio was apprehended as part of a comprehensive investigation into their activities within Indian territory. According to police sources, Mansoor Ali, hailing from Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, was rescued from the East Bazar area of Dharmanagar.... The post Tripura Police Arrests Three Bangladeshis; Probe Initiated into Their Alleged Activities appeared fir

India Meteorological Department ( IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall spell accompanied with thunderstorms and gusty winds to continue over Northeast India during next four to five days. It said lightning and gusty winds of 40 to 50 kilometers per hour is very likely over Nagaland and the neighbouring states. Meanwhile, the department said heat wave... The post IMD Forecasts Heavy Rainfall With Thunderstorms And Gusty Winds In NE For Next 4-5 Days appeared first on Northeast Today .

Rokuo Kehie Khawakhrie from Nagaland has clinched a bronze medal for India at the International Belt Wrestling Grand Prix held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, igniting waves of joy and pride not only in Nagaland but across the nation. Despite facing formidable opponents, he showcased exceptional prowess on the wrestling mat, etching his name in sporting history.... The post Nagaland Wrestler Khawakhrie Clinches Bronze At International Belt Wrestling Grand Prix In Kyrgyzstan appeared first on Northeast T

In a significant development, citizens of Eastern Nagaland have expressed that they are not going participate in the upcoming Urban Local Bodies Election scheduled for June 26. The reaffirmation of their stance is reportedly in keeping with the Chenmoho Resolution passed on February 23 against participating in Central and State elections. Notably, the resolution emphasizes... The post Eastern Nagaland Not To Participate In Upcoming Urban Local Bodies Election On June 26 appeared first on Northea

Arunachals Tungam Riba has made history as the states first female bus conductor. Hailing from Old Dari Village in Leparada district, Ribas journey to breaking stereotypes and fostering self-reliance has captured the admiration of the nation. With a Bachelor of Arts degree and employed as a contingent staff at Arunachal State University in Pasighat, her... The post Arunachal Pradesh Gets Its First Female Bus Conductor, Tungam Riba appeared first on Northeast Today .

The Dimapur Chamber of Commerce & Industry (DCCI) has called off its indefinite shutter down agitation. This was stated by the DCCI President Akashe Zhimomi at a press conference held in Dimapur yesterday afternoon, 29th April 2024. According to Zhimomi, the agitation was called off after the state government responded positively to DCIs charter of... The post Nagaland: DCCI Calls Off Indefinite Shutter Down Following Government Assurance appeared first on Northeast Today .

S. Christopher Aimol from Aimol Khullen Village, Tengnoupal District, Manipur, who recently secured an All India ranking of 921 in the prestigious Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) examination, has created history as the first from the indigenous Aimol tribe of Manipur to achieve this milestone. After years of dedicated preparation since 2018, Christopher succeeded in... The post Manipurs S. Christopher Becomes First From Aimol Tribe To Clear UPSC Exam appeared first on Northeast Today .

The repolling has begun in six polling stations of Outer Manipur Parliamentary Constituency today, on 30th April. Election Commission of India (ECI) had directed to conduct re-polling in six Polling Stations of the Outer Manipur Parliamentary Constituency on the 30th of April from 7 AM to 4 PM after reports of EVMs and VVPATs damages... The post Re-Polling Underway In Six Polling Stations Of Outer Manipur Parliamentary Constituency appeared first on Northeast Today .

Agartala, April 29, 2024: In a significant move to boost the Olympic movement in India, the President of the Indian Olympic Association, Padmashri PT Usha, convened a pivotal meeting with representatives from state Olympic associations across the country. The assembly took place at the New Delhi Olympic Bhavan, marking a concerted effort to discuss the... The post Indian Olympic Associations President PT Usha Pledges Support for Tripuras Sports Development appeared first on Northeast Today .

The Chairman of Dream for United Arunachal, Gumjum Haider, has been conferred with a Doctorate by the esteemed World Human Rights Protection Commission (WHRPC). Arunachal Deputy Chief Minister, Chowna Mein, expressed his heartfelt congratulations to Gumjum Haider, acknowledging his exceptional contributions to society and conveyed best wishes for his future endeavours. Echoing similar sentiments, Arunachal... The post Arunachal: Former SIC Gumjum Haider Conferred Doctorate By World Human Rights

Agartala, April 29, 2024: In a heart-wrenching incident, an eight-year-old boy named Satyajit Rudra Pal met with a fatal accident while playing on a swing. The incident took place at his residence in the Chittamara Puran Bazar area under Belonia police station of South Tripura district on Monday around 2 pm. According to reports, Satyajit... The post Tripura: Tragic Death of Eight-Year-Old Boy Caught in Swing Mishap at Belonia appeared first on Northeast Today .

Deputy Commissioner Pagli Sora has inaugurated the first-ever turf football ground in Dibang Valley district of Arunachal Pradesh. The ground is reportedly situated in Anguli village and has been named the A2 Kickoff Turf Arena. It marks a significant milestone in the regions sports infrastructure. Proprietor Agni Mihu expressed gratitude to Youth Affairs Director Ramesh... The post Arunachal: Dibang Valley Gets Its First-Ever Turf Football Ground appeared first on Northeast Today .

The Northeast Students Cell at Kirori Mal College organized an engaging session as part of its Annual Flagship Event, Northeast India Cultural Fest (8THNICIA), where Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, the esteemed Minister of External Affairs, Government of India, addressed attendees on the topic of Northeast Indias Integration with Southeast Asia and Japan: Balancing Economic Ties and... The post EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar Addresses Interactive Session On Northeast Indias Integration With Southeast Asia A

Agartala, April 29, 2024: In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, authorities recovered 345 bottles of Eskuf cough syrup from Agartala railway station in a coordinated operation between the Government Railway Police (GRP) and Railway Protection Force (RPF). The market value of the confiscated Eskuf is estimated to be around Rs 1,72,500. Acting on a... The post Narcotic Substances Worth Rs 1.72 Lakh Seized in Agartala Railway Station; Four Held appeared first on Northeast Today .

Dimapur Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) has decided to provide a window period by opening all business establishments in Dimapur today from 12 noon to 6 pm. The DCCI said, on the request of the Naga Council Dimapur and Confederation of Nagaland Chamber of Commerce & Industrys, it has decided to provide a window... The post Nagaland: Temporary Shutdown Relaxed On 29th April In Dimapur And Chmoukedima appeared first on Northeast Today .

Agartala, April 29, 2024: Tripuras Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA and the partys district president have come under scrutiny for their alleged involvement in separate incidents of assault during the polling process for the Tripura East Lok Sabha constituency. According to an official statement released on Monday, the District Election Officer has served a notice... The post Notice Served to BJP MLA Yadav Lal Nath for Mishandling BLO & FIR Lodged against Partys North District President appeared

Agartala, April 29, 2024: Supriya Das Datta, Chairperson of the Sepahijala Zilla Parishad, has been extended a prestigious invitation to participate in an event hosted by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in the United States. This gathering aims to spotlight the pivotal role of women in local governance across India, recognizing Supriyas unwavering commitment... The post Tripura Leader Supriya Das Datta Gets Prestigious Invitation to Attend UNFPA Event in USA appeared first on Northeas

Agartala, April 29, 2024: Tripuras National Health Mission (NHM) has embarked on a pioneering endeavor to bolster healthcare provision through the introduction of digital health records for patients and healthcare providers alike, spanning public and private sectors across the state. Under the auspices of the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM), Binoy Bhusan Das, NHM Tripuras... The post Tripuras NHM Launches Digital Health Records Drive, Revolutionizing Healthcare Access appeared first on No

Agartala, April 29, 2024: As the heatwave continues to grip the state of Tripura, the government has taken measures to ensure the safety and well-being of students. In a memo issued on Sunday, the Tripuras School Education department has extended the closure of schools for an additional three days. According to a notification issued by... The post Heatwave Forces Extension of School Holidays in Tripura Till May 01 appeared first on Northeast Today .

In a recent development, the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has come under fire for a glaring error in one of its textbooks, Learning through Traditional Games, published for the academic year 2023-2024. The controversy stems from the mislabeling of the indigenous game of Manipur, Mukna Kangjei, as a popular game from... The post Controversy Sparks As NCERT Mistakenly Attributes Manipuri Game Mukna Kangjei To Mizoram appeared first on Northeast Today .

Hima Das, Indias celebrated sprinter, will mark her return to the track at the Indian Grand Prix 1 in Bengaluru after receiving clearance from the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA). The 24-year-old athlete was provisionally suspended by NADA last year for three whereabouts failures within 12 months. However, a recent hearing by the NADA Anti-Doping Disciplinary... The post Assams Hima Das Set To Compete At Indian Grand Prix 1 After NADA Panel Clears Suspension appeared first on Northeast Today