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Gangtok, August 15: An active landslide in Gyalshing district of Sikkim has put 38 houses and more than 150 people at risk, prompting the administration to identify vulnerable families for immediate evacuation and launch rescue and relief measures, officials said on Saturday. The landslide, which began on Friday night in RimbiSinglitam under the Yuksam subdivision,... The post 38 Houses At Risk As Active Landslide Hits Gyalshing; Sikkim Orders Urgent Evacuation first appeared on Northeast Today

Guwahati, Aug 15: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a 30-day statewide crackdown on child marriage beginning November 1, directing the Assam Police to intensify action against offenders and ensure justice. Speaking at the Independence Day celebrations in Guwahati, Sarma emphasized the states progress in curbing child marriage and reaffirmed his governments commitment to... The post Assam To Launch 30-Day Drive Against Child Marriage From November 1: CM Himanta first appeared on

Agartala, August 15, 2026: Tripura has made significant strides across various sectors over the past eight years, with the states Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) doubling within six years, Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha said on August 15. Addressing the state-level Independence Day celebrations at the Assam Rifles Ground in Agartala, Saha said his... The post Tripura Registers Phenomenal Progress in Eight Years, GSDP Doubles, Says CM Dr Manik Saha first appeared on Northeast Today .

Gangtok, August 15: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Saturday announced a 2 per cent increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for state government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners for the period from January 1 to June 2026. The Chief Minister said the arrears arising from the revision would be paid before Dashain... The post Sikkim CM Announces 2% DA And DR Hike For Employees And Pensioners first appeared on Northeast Today .

Gangtok, August 15: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang (Golay) conferred a range of awards and honours on individuals for gallantry, distinguished service, social contributions, academic excellence, journalism, cooperative performance and sporting achievements during the state-level celebration of the 80th Independence Day at Paljor Stadium here on Saturday. Five war veterans were presented Gallantry Awards... The post Sikkim CM Confers State Honours On Gallantry Awardees, Officials And Ach

Nagaland marked Indias 80th Independence Day with a solemn ceremony at the Civil Secretariat Plaza in Kohima, where Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio hoisted the National Flag and addressed government employees along with a limited public gathering. In his speech, Rio emphasized the need for unity and reiterated his call for an early, honourable resolution to... The post Nagaland CM Seeks Early Solution To Naga Political Issue, FNTA first appeared on Northeast Today .

Gangtok, August 15: Sikkim marked a major milestone in advanced healthcare with the inauguration of the states first Organ Transplantation Centre and Post-Transplant ICU at STNM Hospital, Gangtok, on Saturday. Governor Om Prakash Mathur inaugurated the facilities in the presence of Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang and Health and Family Welfare Minister G.T. Dhungel. The... The post Sikkim Inaugurates First Organ Transplantation Centre At STNM Hospital first appeared on Northeast Today .

Guwahati, August 15: A viral message warning of a possible 8.5magnitude earthquake in Assam and neighbouring Northeast states has triggered widespread concern, with the claim linked to predictions attributed to Dutch researcher Frank Hoogerbeets. The message suggests a major quake could occur between late August and September. Adding to public anxiety, Cotton University Geology Professor... The post Viral 8.5-Magnitude Earthquake Claim Sparks Concern In Assam, Predicted To Occur Between Late Aug

Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) staying in several relief camps across Manipur observed Independence Day with black flag protests, expressing anguish over their prolonged displacement and demanding an early and dignified resettlement. The protest was held at several relief camps, including Sajiwa, Sawombung and Akampat, where displaced people hoisted black flags to register their opposition to... The post No Home, No Celebration: IDPs Hoist Black Flags Across Manipur Relief Camps first appea

On the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, the Government of Arunachal Pradesh honoured 23 individuals, organisations and departments with State Awards for their outstanding contributions to public service and development. The awards this year span across public administration, policing, health, education, infrastructure, environment and community service. This year, 2 Gold Medals and 5 Silver... The post Arunachal Honours 23 Individuals And 3 Govt Bodies For Excellence On 80th Independence D

Guwahati, August 15: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday announced that the state will invest 1.50 lakh crore in capital expenditure over the next five years, with 50,000 crore to be mobilised from its own resources. Speaking after hoisting the National Flag during the Independence Day celebration in Guwahati, Sarma said the spending... The post Assam To Invest Rs 1.5 Lakh Crore In Capital Expenditure Over Five Years: Himanta Biswa Sarma first appeared on Northeast Today .

The United Naga Council (UNC) has enforced a 24-hour emergency shutdown across all Naga-inhabited areas of Manipur from 11 pm on August 14 to 11 pm on August 15 in protest against the killing of two Naga villagers at Langka village in Kangpokpi district. The shutdown, which coincides with Naga Independence Day, was called following... The post UNC Enforces 24-Hour Shutdown In Naga-Inhabited Areas Over Langka Killings first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, August 15, 2026: Royal scion of Tripura and Tipra Motha Party founder Pradyot Kishore Debbarma has expressed gratitude to football promoter and Founder of Minerva Academy FC Ranjit Bajaj for gifting him an Argentina football jersey personally signed by legendary Argentine footballer Lionel Messi. Taking to social media, Debbarma thanked Bajaj for the special... The post Tripura: Pradyot Kishore Thanks Ranjit Bajaj for Messi-Signed Argentina Shirt, Eyes World Cup Dream for Tripura Footb

Agartala, August 15, 2026: Tripura Chief Minister Prof Dr Manik Saha hoisted the national flag at his official residence in Agartala on Saturday to mark Indias 80th Independence Day and extended his greetings to the people of the state and the country. Speaking after the flag-hoisting ceremony, Dr Saha praised Prime Minister Narendra Modis Har... The post Tripura CM Dr Manik Saha Hoists Tricolour, Hails Har Ghar Tiranga Patriotism Wave first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, August 15, 2026: More than nine complaints have been lodged at police stations across several subdivisions of Tripura against former Chief Minister and CPI(M) leader Manik Sarkar, alleging that remarks made by him during a recent political programme could provoke unrest and affect public order. The complaints were filed by Monirul Bashar at Kalamchaura... The post Tripura: Multiple Complaints Filed Against Manik Sarkar Over Alleged Remarks on Agitation first appeared on Northeast Today