APEDA chairman discusses renewable energy roadmap with union minister in Delhi
HT Correspondent ITANAGAR, July 31:In a significant development for the renewable energy sector in Arunachal Pradesh, the Chairman of the Arunachal Pradesh Energy Development Agency (APEDA) and former Minister, Taba Tedir, met with Union Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy, Shripad Naik, in New Delhi to deliberate on the way forward for clean []
Arunachal online building permit system launched to boost ease of doing business
HT Correspondent ITANAGAR, July 31:In a major step towards digitising public services and enhancing the Ease of Doing Business, Arunachal Pradesh recently launched the Online Building Permission System (OBPS), a digital platform designed to streamline the process of obtaining construction permits across the state. The initiative was formally launched by Urban Affairs Minister Balo Raja []
Arunachal emerging hydropower capital of India: CM Khandu
ITANAGAR, July 31: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Thursday asserted that the state was the emerging hydropower capital of India, highlighting its massive energy potential and its transformative role in economic development and community welfare. In a post on X, Khandu said that with a hydropower potential of 56,000 megawatts, Arunachal Pradesh is []
APLA holds farewell for retiring mechanic Dilip Sharma
HT Correspondent ITANAGAR, July 31: A farewell programme was organised at Nokmey Namati Hall in the Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly (APLA) Secretariat to honour Dilip Sharma, Mechanic Grade-II, on his retirement after completing 28 years of government service. The programme, attended by Assembly officials and staff, was graced by Speaker Tesam Pongte, who praised Sharma []
PRI foundation of participatory democracy: Ojing Tasing
ITANAGAR, July 31: Arunachal Pradesh minister Ojing Tasing termed Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) as the foundation of participatory democracy. The Minister of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj reviewed the implementation of schemes and grassroots performance of the department at Boleng in Siang district on Wednesday. He also reviewed the progress of centrally sponsored schemes and []
APCC chief meets Rahul Gandhi, raises key state issues
ITANAGAR, July 31: Arunachal Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president Bosiram Siram on Thursday met the leader of opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, at his New Delhi residence and raised several pressing issues related to constitutional rights, largescale dam projects, and employee welfare in the state. Among the issues highlighted by Siram was the demand []
Arunachal emerges as horticulture powerhouse: Khandu
ITANAGAR, July 30: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Wednesday hailed the transformational growth of the states horticulture sector, announcing several major milestones that have placed the state among the top producers of kiwi, mandarin oranges, and large cardamom in the country. He also unveiled the states long-term vision for agriculture through the Horticulture []
Arunachal launches online building permit system to boost transparency
ITANAGAR, July 30: Arunachal Pradesh Urban Affairs Minister Balo Raja on Wednesday launched the online building permission system (OBPS), a fully digital platform designed to streamline the issuance of building construction permits across the state. Speaking at the launch event, the minister said the new system will improve efficiency, transparency, and accessibility, and marks a []
SIFF alleges fraudulent consent for Siang Project MoU
HT Correspondent ITANAGAR, July 29: The Siang Indigenous Farmers Forum (SIFF) has alleged that signatures of Riga villagers were obtained through dubious means for a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) linked to the proposed Siang Upper Multi-Project (SUMP), and asserted that those who signed the document do not represent the larger community or area. The forum []
ITANAGAR, July 29: Union Information and Broadcasting Ministry Joint Secretary K K Nirala on Tuesday reviewed the ongoing construction work at the Film and Television (FTI) campus here, an official statement said. During the inspection of the FTI Jollang-Rakap campus, Nirala reviewed key infrastructure components, including classroom theatres, the library, girls hostel, dining block, the []
Arunachal rolls out Rs 6,519-crore plan to transform states power sector
ITANAGAR, July 29: The Arunachal Pradesh government rolled out a Rs 6,519-crore plan to transform the states power sector, aimed at reducing losses, modernising the electricity grid, and ensuring a reliable power supply while easing fiscal pressure on the exchequer. Announcing the initiative on Monday, Chief Minister Pema Khandu said the government is focused on []
Media should contribute constructively to development: Nyato Dukam
ITANAGAR, July 29: Arunachal Pradesh Information and Public Relations Minister Nyato Dukam on Tuesday urged the media to contribute constructively to the states development by highlighting welfare programmes, especially in remote and under-represented regions. Speaking at the 13th Foundation Day celebration of the Arunachal Electronic and Digital Media Association (AEDMA), Dukam said the media plays []
Nyishi, Mising and Adi bodies demand fast track court for justice in youth murder case
HT Correspondent ITANAGAR, July 29: The Nyishi Elite Society (NES), Mishing Bane Kebang (MBK), and Adi Bane Kebang (ABK) have jointly called for the constitution of a fast track court to ensure immediate justice in the recent murder case of two Mising youths. The demand was raised following a joint consultative meeting held at the []
Car theft racket busted in Itanagar, 57 vehicles worth 30cr recovered
WWII historical sites in Arunachal's Itanagar to get global recognition
Commonwealth War Graves Commission delegates inspected Arunachal Pradesh's WWII sites, aiming to transform them into world-class memorials. The mission, driven by local government support, focuses on restoring sites like the WWII Cemetery and Old Stilwell Road. This initiative promises to boost historical remembrance and heritage tourism, honoring the sacrifices of WWII soldiers.
Khandu Pays Tributes To Kargil War Heroes At Drass Memorial
ITANAGAR, Jul 26: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Saturday paid tributes to the heroes of the 1999 Kargil War by laying a wreath at the war memorial in Ladakhs Drass, marking the 26th anniversary of Indias victory in the high-altitude conflict. Standing in the shadow of the mountains where the Indian Armed Forces etched one of their most valiant chapters in history, Khandu described the Kargil victory as not just a military triumph, but also a symbol of [] The post Khandu Pays Tributes To Kargil War Heroes At Drass Memorial appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Governor Parnaik pays solemn tribute to Kargil War Martyrs on Vijay Diwas
HT Correspondent ITANAGAR, July 25: Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt General KT Parnaik, PVSM, UYSM, YSM (Retd), on the solemn occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas, paid heartfelt tributes to the brave soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice during the Kargil War of 1999. In an official message issued from Raj Bhavan, the Governor conveyed his deepest []
Arunachal CM Pema Khandu Joins Dalai Lamas Spiritual Gathering In Ladakh
Itanagar, Jul 25: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Friday joined thousands of devotees at the revered Karsha Photang in Zanskar to participate in Yarchos Chenmo, the great summer dharma gathering, hosted by the Karsha Monastery in Ladakh. The sacred congregation witnessed the presence of nearly 30,000 spiritual seekers who assembled under the vast Ladakhi skies to receive teachings from the Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama. Khandu, in a social media post described his encounter with the Dalai [] The post Arunachal CM Pema Khandu Joins Dalai Lamas Spiritual Gathering In Ladakh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Speaker emphasises transformative journey of states legislature
ITANAGAR, July 24: Arunachal Pradesh Speaker Tesam Pongte on Thursday underscored the transformative journey of the states legislature over the past five decades, describing it as a vital platform for representing the voice of tribal communities, women and the youth. Speaking at a national seminar commemorating the golden jubilee of the state assembly, Pongte traced []
Two UTA cadres surrender in Arunachal, rejoin mainstream
ITANAGAR, July 24: Two youths formerly associated with the banned United Tani Army (UTA) in Arunachal Pradesh surrendered before the authorities here on Thursday, officials said. Presiding over the surrender ceremony, state Home Minister Mama Natung reiterated the governments firm stance against anti-national and anti-social activities while emphasising its open-door policy for those willing to []
Engineers are backbone of Arunachals progress: Governor
ITANAGAR, July 24: Calling engineers the backbone of Arunachal Pradeshs development, Governor Lt Gen (Retd) K T Parnaik on Thursday underscored the critical role they play in transforming government policy into tangible infrastructure. He urged them to embrace innovation, ethical conduct, and technological upgrades to build a future-ready and sustainable state. Inaugurating a two-day capacity-building []
Digital governance reshaping Arunachal: Khandu
ITANAGAR, July 23: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Wednesday reaffirmed the state governments commitment to transparent and efficient governance by embracing a digital-first approach to public service delivery. In a social media post, Khandu outlined how the shift to digital governance is not just about modernisation, but about cleansing the system, restoring public []
Er Toko Onuj appointed to Governing Council of National Power Training Institute
HT Correspondent ITANAGAR, July 22: The Ministry of Power, Government of India, has appointed Er Toko Onuj, Chairman-cum-Managing Director of the Hydro Power Development Corporation of Arunachal Pradesh Ltd. (HPDCAPL), as a Member of the Governing Council of the National Power Training Institute (NPTI) for a period of three years, with effect from July 1, []
Arunachal to get Indias first fully indigenous 50-kw geothermal power plant
ITANAGAR, July 22: Indias first fully indigenous geothermal power plant will be developed in Arunachal Pradesh, officials said on Tuesday. The 50-kw plant will be developed at a record low of 68 degrees Celsius, they said. In this regard, the Centre for Earth Sciences and Himalayan Studies (CESHS) and Shriram Institute for Industrial Research have []
200 got new lease of life by kidney transplant under state-run scheme in 7 yrs: Arunachal CM
ITANAGAR, July 22: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Tuesday said more than 200 patients got a fresh lease of life by kidney transplants under a state-run scheme in the last seven years. He highlighted the ongoing implementation of the Chief Minister Organ Transplant Scheme (CMOTS), reinforcing the states commitment to saving lives through []
Arunachal launches institute-to-industry connect programme with Toyota Kirloskar
HT Correspondent ITANAGAR, July 21:In a move to strengthen industry-aligned technical education, the Department of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (SDE), Government of Arunachal Pradesh, has launched a five-day Institute-to-Industry Connect Orientation Program in collaboration with Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt Ltd (TKM), Bengaluru. The programme commenced on July 21 and will continue till July 25. The []
Significant progress made under CM road development plan in Arunachal: Khandu
ITANAGAR, July 21: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Monday announced significant progress under the Chief Ministers Comprehensive State Road Development Plan, a people-centric initiative aimed at bridging infrastructure gaps in the states most neglected and remote regions. Khandu said the roadmap for infrastructure development in Arunachal must not be dictated solely by national []
AAPWU submits five-point memorandum to Arunachal CM
HT Correspondent ITANAGAR, July 20:The All Arunachal Pradesh Workers Union (AAPWU), affiliated with the Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS), has submitted a comprehensive five-point memorandum to the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, highlighting a series of urgent issues concerning the welfare, promotion, and regularisation of long-serving casual and contingency workers in the state. In the memorandum, []
Arunachal minister reiterates state govts commitment to ensure child safety
ITANAGAR, July 20: Arunachal Pradesh Women and Child Development minister Dasanglu Pul has expressed deep concern over the recent child abuse case reported in Lower Dibang Valley district of the state, and reiterated the state governments commitment to ensuring justice and safety of children. In a meeting convened with key child welfare stakeholders at Roing []
First-Ever Red Panda Sighting Reported in Gwanthang, Arunachal Pradesh
HT DIGITAL ITANAGAR, JULY 19: It is a breakthrough in wildlife protection as a red panda (Ailurus fulgens) has been spotted for the first time in Gwanthang, which is situated between Rupa and Thongre villages of West Kameng district in Arunachal Pradesh. The sighting of the species is being attributed directly to the relentless conservation []
NEC Secretary reviews cultural and infrastructure projects in Itanagar
HT Correspondent ITANAGAR, July 18: North Eastern Council (NEC) Secretary S K Bhalla visited several key cultural and infrastructure projects in Arunachal Pradeshs capital on Friday, underscoring the Councils continued support for heritage preservation and development in the region. The projects inspected during the visit were funded by the NEC. According to an official statement, []
SAA leadership motivates junior footballers ahead of Dr BC Roy Trophy
HT Correspondent ITANAGAR, July 18: In a morale-boosting interaction, Chairman John Neelam and Vice-Chairman Bengia Yayang Tadar of the Sports Authority of Arunachal (SAA) on Friday met members of the Junior State Football Team ahead of their participation in the upcoming Dr BC Roy Trophy 202526. The national-level championship will be held from July 27 []
Arunachal Guv briefs Prez on states transformative efforts across sectors
ITANAGAR, July 18: Arunachal Pradesh Governor K T Parnaik on Friday apprised President Droupadi Murmu of the states key initiatives and transformative efforts across sectors during a meeting at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. Parnaik informed the President about the state governments commitment to contributing to Viksit Bharat through its region-specific roadmap Viksit Arunachal. He highlighted []
Forces seize cache of arms, ammunition in Arunachals Changlang district
ITANAGAR, July 18: Security forces have recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunition during a search operation in Arunachal Pradeshs Changlang district, a defence official said on Friday. Acting on a tip-off, the Assam Rifles unit under Spear Corps launched a search operation and seized six arms and ammunition along the Miao-Vijoynagar axis, Defence []
NEC secy visits cultural sites in Itanagar
Arunachals hydro firm earns carbon credits for power project
ITANAGAR, July 17: The Hydro Power Development Corporation of Arunachal Pradesh Limited (HPDCAPL) has achieved a major breakthrough in Indias green energy sector with the successful verification and issuance of carbon credits for its 3 MW small hydro power project at Zemithang in Tawang district, officials said on Thursday. The Universal Carbon Registry (UCR), in []
BJP celebrates 9 years of Pema Khandu-led government in Arunachal Pradesh
HT Correspondent ITANAGAR, July 17: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Arunachal Pradesh unit, on Thursday celebrated the completion of nine years of the Pema Khandu-led government in the state at a commemorative programme held at the partys State Headquarters in Itanagar. Party leaders, MLAs, senior office bearers, and newly appointed chairpersons and vice-chairpersons attended the []
Arunachal urges central government to increase flights to state
ITANAGAR, July 17: The Arunachal Pradesh government has urged the Centre to fulfil its assurance regarding the expansion of air connectivity in the state. Civil Aviation Minister Balo Raja has made the request ahead of the upcoming inauguration of the new terminal building of Donyi Polo Airport here. In a letter to Union Civil Aviation []
AMBK Demands Justice for Shankar Pegu, Calls for Case Transfer to Assam Court
ITANAGAR, JULY 17: The Adi Mising Bane Kebang (AMBK) has shown profound grief and outrage at the untimely death of 29-year-old Shankar Pegu, who was shot dead on July 13 at Roing in Lower Dibang Valley district of Arunachal Pradesh. The group has demanded that the case be shifted to a judicial court in Assam, []
HT CorrespondentITANAGAR, July 16:The Governor of Arunachal Pradesh, Lt General KT Parnaik (Retd), PVSM, UYSM, YSM, and chief minister Pema Khandu attended a detailed presentation by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) on Leveraging Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Potential in Arunachal Pradesh at the Chief Ministers Conference Hall in Itanagar recently. According to an official []
Dispensing pump managers sensitised on legal metrology standards in Naharlagun
HT CorrespondentNAHARLAGUN, July 16:The Department of Legal Metrology & Consumer Affairs, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, conducted a one-day sensitisation programme on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for dispensing pumps under the Itanagar Capital Region (ICR) and Papum Pare district. The programme, organised by the departments Publicity and Propaganda branch, was held at the Conference Hall of []
Multi-hazard mock drill conducted at Arunachals power project
ITANAGAR, July 16: A multi-hazard mock drill for a hydroelectric project and its downstream areas in Papum Pare district of Arunachal Pradesh was conducted on Wednesday at the Pare Hydroelectric Project. The large-scale exercise aimed to test and improve emergency response to complex disaster scenarios, including floods and earthquakes, an official statement said. Jointly organised []
HT Correspondent ITANAGAR, July 15:Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt. General KT Parnaik, PVSM, UYSM, YSM (Retd), and Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Tuesday jointly launched the book Mystic Arunachal Tales from Indias Hidden Frontier, authored by Major Rahul Jha, Sena Medal, in a function held at the Chief Ministers Conference Hall in Itanagar. According to []
Arunachal Governor joins special film screening for Oju Mission and Raj Bhavan children in Itanagar
HT Correspondent ITANAGAR, July 15:In a gesture aimed at fostering inclusion and bringing joy to young hearts, the Governor of Arunachal Pradesh, Lt General KT Parnaik, PVSM, UYSM, YSM (Retd), joined over 100 children from the Oju Welfare Association Mission and families of Raj Bhavan staff for a special screening of the film Sitaare Zameen []
Hawa Bagang assumes charge as APSBB Chairman
HT Correspondent ITANAGAR, July 15:Hawa Bagang officially assumed charge as the new Chairman of the Arunachal Pradesh State Biodiversity Board (APSBB) on Monday at the boards office located within the premises of the Arunachal Pradesh Forest Corporation (APFC) in Chimpu. According to an official statement, Bagang was welcomed by Member Secretary HB Aboh, staff members, []
Arunachal sees robust economic growth: CM Khandu
ITANAGAR, July 15: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Tuesday said the state has witnessed significant economic transformation over the past decade, with the gross state domestic product (GSDP) recording a 166 per cent increase between 2014 and 2024-25. Highlighting the states progress under his governments reform-oriented policies, Khandu said the number of Goods []
ARPB branch inaugurated in Pakke-Kessang to boost rural banking access
HT Correspondent ITANAGAR, July 15: The Arunachal Pradesh Rural Bank (APRB) formally inaugurated its new branch at Lemmi in Pakke Kessang district, marking the commencement of formal banking services in the district. The event, hailed as a significant milestone, was met with widespread appreciation from the local population, many of whom had long awaited such []
Arunachal: Construction labourer shot at worksite, dies hours later
ITANAGAR, July 14: A construction labourer succumbed to bullet injuries at a state-run medical institute in Naharlagun near here on Monday, police said. The deceased, identified as Shankar Pegu, was a native of Borajuli village in Assams Biswanath district. According to Inspector General of Police (Law and Order) Chukhu Apa, Pegu was shot in Roing []
Fire breaks out in Arunachals Siang, 7 houses gutted
ITANAGAR, July 14: At least seven houses were gutted in a fire in Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh on Monday, a senior official said. The fire broke out around 2.45 pm in Kaying area, after an elderly woman in one of the houses fell asleep, leaving the gas stove burning in the kitchen, she said. []
66 villages along Indo-Myanmar border identified for development under VVP: Arunachal CM
ITANAGAR, July 14: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Monday said 66 villages in the state along the Indo-Myanmar border have been identified for development under the Centres Vibrant Villages Programme (VVP). These villages fall within Tirap, Changlang and Longding districts of the frontier state, Khandu said in a post on social media. He []
PIB Itanagar hosts session on medias role in tackling misinformation
ITANAGAR, July 14: Amidst growing concerns over the spread of fake news, the Itanagar unit of the Press Information Bureau (PIB) on Monday hosted an interactive session under its Vartalap series, focusing on the theme Role of Media in Tackling Misinformation and Disinformation. The event brought together media professionals, government officials, and civil society representatives []
PMO official visits Khelo India Centre in Itanagar, reviews grassroots sports initiatives
HT Correspondent ITANAGAR, July 14:A senior official from the Prime Ministers Office (PMO), New Delhi, visited the Khelo India-accredited sports centre in Itanagar on Monday to evaluate the status of sports infrastructure and grassroots development in Arunachal Pradesh, according to an official statement. Rugved Milind Thakur, IAS, Director at the PMO, was accompanied by Ananya []
Itanagar Capital DC urges parents to guide children towards bright futures
HT Correspondent ITANAGAR, July 13: Deputy Commissioner of Itanagar Capital Complex, Toko Babu, has called upon parents and guardians to play a more active role in shaping the careers and futures of their children. Addressing a felicitation programme organised by the Bengia Welfare Society (BWS) at the DK Convention Centre in IG Park recently, Babu []
2 Mountain Division GOC meets Arunachal Governor
HT Correspondent ITANAGAR, July 11: Major General VS Deshpande, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 2 Mountain Division, called on the Governor of Arunachal Pradesh, Lt General KT Parnaik, PVSM, UYSM, YSM (Retd), at Raj Bhavan, Itanagar, on Saturday. The meeting focused on critical issues pertaining to national security, strategic border management, and ongoing developmental []
ITANAGAR, July 11: Arunachal Pradesh Women and Child Development Minister Dasanglu Pul held a series of meetings with union ministers in Delhi to accelerate key development projects focused on culture, tourism, and welfare schemes in the state, an official release said on Friday. Pul, who is currently on a tour to the national capital, discussed []
BJP Arunachal Pradesh observes Guru Purnima
HT Correspondent ITANAGAR, July 10:The Arunachal Pradesh unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) observed Guru Purnima with solemn devotion and a spirit of service, undertaking a series of spiritual and social outreach activities across the state. The observance was led by State BJP President Kaling Moyong, accompanied by State Vice Presidents Tarh Soping and []
Chinas Giant Dam Near Arunachal a Water Bomb, Says CM Pema Khandu
HT DIGITAL ITANAGAR, JULY 10: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has sounded the alarm over Chinas gigantic dam project built close to the Arunachal Pradesh border, terming it a much bigger threat than any kind of military aggression. The hydropower project is a ticking water bomb and can be a threat to the survival []
CoSAAP joins nationwide dharna in Itanagar over long-pending employee demands
HT Correspondent ITANAGAR, July 9: The Confederation of Service Associations of Arunachal Pradesh (CoSAAP) staged a peaceful dharna at the Tennis Court in IG Park, Itanagar, on Wedenesday, in solidarity with the nationwide protest called by the All India State Government Employees Federation (AISGEF). The agitation was organised to press for a series of long-standing []
Dodum demands probe into alleged anomalies in frontier highway compensation in East Kameng
HT Correspondent ITANAGAR, July 8: In a press conference held at the Arunachal Press Club on Tuesday, social activist Sol Dodum levelled serious allegations of irregularities and corruption in the disbursement of land compensation for the Frontier Highway project in East Kameng district. According to an official statement, Dodum pointed to several anomalies in the []
NEW DELHI: The 45 students of theinaugural batch of the Film & Television Institute (FTI) in Arunachal Pradesh, attached to Kolkatas Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SFRTI), which falls under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, plan to boycott classes yet again. They withdrew their previous indefinite protest from May 15 following assurances by the Centre that crucial facilities would be made available in the campus by May 31. With the vacationing students set to return to the campus on August 4 after their monsoon break, they are put-off with the assurances not being honoured. The Institute in Jollang-Rakap , 24 km from the capital Itanagar offers a 2-year PG Diploma Course with specialisation in Screen Acting, Documentary Cinema and Screen Writing. Classes commenced on March 6, 2025 with just a skeletal structure. Speaking on the condition of anonymity, the students said they have been repeatedly following up with the Information and Broadcasting Ministry through mails but were not getting any responses. Following our protest in May, the Joint Secretary (Films), Information and Broadcasting Ajay Nagbhushan visited our campus. He assured us the Classroom Theatre and Acting Studio, basic requirements in a film institute would be ready by May 31. The assurances remain unfulfilled, said a representative of the students. Only partial interior work has been done. We have not been any commitment regarding any new deadline too, he pointed out. Other basic concerns like stable electricity backup, secure campus boundary and a proper road leading from the guest house where the male students are presently staying and the facultys accommodation where the women students are housed, remain unfulfilled, said another student. During the rains in the hilly area, we need to walk through slush for 300 metres to reach the campus, she explained. A statement released on behalf of the students said, The students have collectively resolved that they will not resume academic activities unless the key promised facilities are completed and visibly operational by that time. When asked about the issue, a senior official at SFRTI said, No comments. No one at the Information and Broadcasting Ministry were ready to speak on it presently.
Arunachal Governor urges people-centric cooperative movement
HT Correspondent ITANAGAR, July 5: In a significant development for the cooperative sector in Arunachal Pradesh, the Chairman of the Arunachal Pradesh State Cooperative Union (APSCU), Nabam Tahi Nekil, along with his team, called on the Governor of Arunachal Pradesh, Lt. General KT Parnaik (Retd), PVSM, UYSM, YSM, at Raj Bhavan on Saturday to discuss []
NEC disburses Rs 5.7 crore for key projects in Arunachal
ITANAGAR, July 4: The North Eastern Council (NEC) has released a total amount of over Rs 5.70 crore during June this year to Arunachal Pradesh, under its scheme, aimed at supporting a range of development initiatives across the northeastern state. The funding covers diverse sectors including health, education, tourism, agriculture, and cultural preservation, an official []
Fresh vegetables from Arunachal to feed ITBP personnel
ITANAGAR, July 4: A consignment of fresh vegetables was sent to the 59th Battalion of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) stationed at Nafra in Bichom district of Arunachal Pradesh to strengthen both local agriculture and the welfare of security personnel, officials said. The first consignment was officially flagged off on Thursday by Bichom District Deputy []
NDDB to form milk unions in Arunachal
ITANAGAR, July 3: The National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) will establish Milk Unions and Milk Federations in Arunachal Pradesh to promote the dairy sector, an official said. Five milk unions corresponding to five river basins of the state has been planned to start initially with Lohit, Namsai and Lower Dibang Valley districts of the Lohit []
Golden jubilee celebrations of Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly begins
HT Correspondent ITANAGAR, July 3:Arunachal Pradesh marked a historic milestone on Thursday as Governor Lt General KT Parnaik (Retd), PVSM, UYSM, YSM, inaugurated the golden jubilee celebrations of the State Legislative Assembly at DK Auditorium in Itanagar. According to an official statement, the Governor unveiled the Golden Jubilee Commemoration Plaque, formally launching a 45-day series []
Heatwave Breaks June Temperature Record In 2 Northeast Cities
The northeast region is witnessing a severe heatwave, with the cities of Itanagar and Dibrugarh breaking their June temperature records on Thursday.
Tremors felt in Manipur, Arunachal; no damage or casualties reported
Imphal/Itanagar: Two mild quakes, measuring 3.2 and 3.6 on the Richter scale, were felt in Imphal East District in Manipur and Tawang district in Arunachal Pradesh, respectively, on Wednesday, officials said. Disaster Management officials of Manipur and Arunachal Pradesh said there has been no immediate report of loss of life or damage to property due Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Widespread destruction has been reported in the Itanagar Capital Region (ICR) and Pakke Kessang, where key assets such as ICR's main water pipeline and the road at Dariya Hill have been severely affected
Landslides claim 11 lives, including 2 expectant mothers, in Arunachal
ITANAGAR, May 31: In a tragic turn of events, two separate landslides triggered by relentless monsoon rains have claimed nine lives in Arunachal Pradesh. The deadliest incident occurred on Friday night along National Highway-13 between Bana and Seppa in East Kameng district, where a vehicle carrying seven people was swept off the road by a massive landslide and plunged into a deep gorge. All seven occupants including two pregnant women and four children died in the incident. The [] The post Landslides claim 11 lives, including 2 expectant mothers, in Arunachal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
'No Classroom, No Studio; How Do We Study?': Students on Strike at FTI Arunachal
Located 24km from Itanagar, the foundation stone of Film and Television Institute was laid by PM Modi in Feb 2019.
NEW DELHI: Protesting against the crude infrastructure and lack of basic amenities, students of the inaugural batch of the Film and Television Institute (FTI) in Arunachal Pradesh have been boycotting classes and any kind of academic activity since May 15. Presently attached to the Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SFRTI) in Kolkata, which falls under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, it is set to become Indias third FTI in the future. The Institute is located in Jollang-Rakap, 24 kms away from the capital Itanagar. This is the second major protest this month. We decided to halt all academic activity since May 15. This is to demand urgent action to restore dignity, safety and basic infrastructure, they said in a joint statement. TNIE interacted with the protesting students, who were angered by the administration's inaction. They have paid Rs 1,20,000 for the first semester. A few have even resigned from jobs to pursue their passion for films. A total of 45 students are pursuing these 2-year Diploma courses - Screen Acting, Documentary Cinema and Screen Writing here. Five students belong to Arunachal Pradesh while the rest are from Delhi, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, Kerala, Hyderabad and Maharashtra. Students requested anonymity fearing punitive action from the Institute in future for voicing out. Meant to begin their academic year in August 2024, the students received mails in February this year asking them to join on March 6. A student said, The biggest issue is we do not have access to clean drinking water as the water we consume is muddied. Students frequently fall ill. Just last week, an emergency vehicle here had to rush one of the students to a hospital in Itanagar, 23 kms away. The institute arranged water cans but they would get exhausted and we would again have to boil the muddy water and drink. A woman student said the frequent power cuts upset her the most. A week ago, we did not have power supply throughout nights. The phones could not be charged too and there are network issues. Our parents get really worried. A few girl students abandoned the course on safety grounds as security personnel cannot be spotted after 3 am and outside vehicles enter the campus, she said. Classes are held in unfinished buildings, said another student. A library with a makeshift class room is used. This is a visual medium and we need proper screening and editing rooms, not mere laptops. The faculty is good though. The name FTI is regarded highly and the one in Pune is world class. We feel cheated trusting the brand. There are no proper roads or footpaths on the hilly terrain to take us inside, said another student. We have not even been provided student ID cards and will be completing three months here, he said. TNIE spoke to those in-charge of managing the FTI. We agree there are problems and are doing our best to redress it. Uninterrupted power is now being ensured through DG sets during outages. We have requested the State electricity department to install a dedicated feeder line here, he said. Another official said, The construction work is being done by the Central Public Works Department and there have been delays from their side due to local problems. A total of 10 out of 21 buildings have been handed over so far and the rest would be done in phases. Around 30 security personnel are being provided round-the-clock, he claimed. The process of finalising the Institutes official name and logo is under way and ID cards will be issued soon, the official added. Asked why students were taken on board without facilities in place, another official said, The students had already got the admission. We did not want one academic year to go waste for them and did it for their sake only.
Bangla, Nepal, Lanka, Bhutan arrive in Arunachal for SAFF U19 Cships, Maldives reaching today
YUPIA (ARUNACHAL PRADESH), May 7: Four of the five visiting countries taking part in the South Asian Football Federation U-19 Championships arrived here on Wednesday ahead of the start of the tournament on Friday, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) said. The remaining team Maldives will reach on Thursday. Arunachal Pradesh is hosting its first international tournament in the form of SAFF U-19 Championships from May 9-18. Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Bhutan have arrived in Itanagar (capital [] The post Bangla, Nepal, Lanka, Bhutan arrive in Arunachal for SAFF U19 Cships, Maldives reaching today appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Heroin Seized from Arunachal Govt Office, Employee Arrested
A multi-tasking staff from the state horticulture department was arrested after 44.36 grams of heroin were recovered from a government office in Itanagar.
