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Arunachal Pradesh athletes made the state proud at the 2nd Mr Northeast Bodybuilding & Physique Championship 2026, held at Kohima, Nagaland from September 11 to 12. The championship witnessed participation of 69 athletes from across the Northeast region, with 16 athletes representing Arunachal Pradesh. Leading the states medal tally, Diamalu Brahma clinched the gold medal... The post Arunachal Bags Two Golds, Four Silvers At 2nd Mr Northeast Bodybuilding Championship first appeared on Northeast

Agartala, September 12: A critical medical situation turned into a successful emergency delivery when a woman gave birth inside an ambulance while being shifted from Kumarghat to Unakoti District Hospital in Kailashahar. The woman had been receiving treatment at Kumarghat Sub-Divisional Hospital when doctors decided to refer her to the district hospital after detecting a... The post Tripura: Woman Delivers Baby Inside Ambulance During Emergency Transfer to Kailashahar first appeared on Northeast

In Kohima, members of the Nagaland Joint Christian Forum (NJCF) staged a rally opposing the proposed amendments to the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) and the compulsory singing of Vande Mataram at official events. The demonstrators called for safeguarding religious freedom, constitutional rights, and Indias secular character. Addressing the gathering, NJCF president N. Paphino clarified... The post Nagaland Christian Forum Holds Rally Against Proposed FCRA Amendments, Compulsory Vand

Agartala, September 12, 2026: Determination, patience and unwavering commitment have helped Saurav Sinha turn a childhood ambition into reality. The son of retired government teacher Subodh Chandra Sinha and noted Bishnupriya Manipuri traditional singer Asha Sinha of Jalai, Chandipur, Saurav has been commissioned as a Lieutenant in the Indian Army after successfully completing a year... The post From Class VII Dream to Army Lieutenant: Saurav Sinhas Journey of Perseverance first appeared on Nort

Former Meghalaya MLA and senior United Democratic Party (UDP) leader Jemino Mawthoh formally joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on September 12 along with his supporters. Mawthoh joined the BJP in the presence of Meghalaya BJP President Rikman Momin, senior legislator A. L. Hek and former MLA M. Rapsang. He had resigned from the UDP... The post Meghalaya UDP Leader Jemino Mawthoh Joins BJP first appeared on Northeast Today .

Security forces recovered a cache of arms and ammunition and arrested three armed cadres in separate operations in Churachandpur district on September 11, police said. Based on intelligence inputs about the presence of illegal arms and ammunition in the Thangjing Ridge area, teams of Churachandpur District Police and 2 JAK LI conducted a joint operation... The post Arms, Ammunition Recovered In Joint Operations In Churachandpur; Three Cadres Arrested first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, September 12: In a significant initiative to recover lost property, Agartala Airport Police Station has traced and recovered 28 mobile phones that had been lost in different parts of the country and returned them to their rightful owners. The recovered mobile phones were formally handed over to the owners during a ceremony held at... The post Tripura Police Recover 28 Lost Mobile Phones, Return Them to Owners first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, September 12: Tripura Transport Minister Sushanta Chowdhury said the state government is working continuously to expand modern, advanced and citizen-friendly transport infrastructure and services across the state, with a focus on ensuring safe, comfortable and quality transportation facilities for the people. The Minister made the statement while conducting on-site inspections of several ongoing Transport... The post Modern Transport Infrastructure to Reach Every Corner of Tripura: Min

Agartala, September 12: The Tipra Motha Party has emerged as the biggest beneficiary of the nomination withdrawal process in Tripuras upcoming village committee elections, securing 1,548 seats without a contest across the states Sixth Schedule areas. According to Tripura State Election Commission Secretary Anurag Sen, a total of 1,630 seats out of the 4,597 seats... The post Tripura: Tipra Motha Secures 1,548 Seats Unopposed; 2,967 Seats to Face Polls on September 28 first appeared on Northeast

Former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister and Congress General Secretary in-charge of Assam, Bhupesh Baghel, has sharply criticized Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, urging him to prioritize flood relief and rising prices in his own state rather than commenting on Chhattisgarhs 2028 elections. Speaking at Rajiv Bhawan on Saturday, Baghel said Sarma should be more concerned... The post Assam Congress In-Charge Bhupesh Baghel Hits Back At CM Himanta, Says Focus On Flood Relief, Not 2028 Polls fir

In a significant anti-narcotics operation, Assam Rifles, in collaboration with the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Aizawl, seized 6.991 kilograms of methamphetamine tablets worth approximately 5.59 crore in Mizoram. The operation, carried out on Saturday under the aegis of the Indian Armys Spear Corps, was based on specific intelligence inputs. Security forces intercepted two suspicious vehicles... The post Assam Rifles Seized Meth Tablets Worth 5.59 Crore In Mizoram, Two Arrested first appeared

The Arunachal Pradesh State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (APSCPCR) launched a statewide campaign themed Know Your Rights Protect Every Child from Longding district. The campaign is aimed at creating awareness on child rights and assessing child welfare measures across the state. As part of the initiative, the Commission will cover all districts... The post Arunachal: APSCPCR Launches Statewide Child Rights Awareness Campaign From Longding first appeared on Northeast Today .

Sikkim professional runner Bir Bahadur Rai has won the 25 km category at the Malaysia Ultra Run, finishing the race in 2 hours and 25 minutes, Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang said on Saturday. Tamang congratulated Rai, who hails from Salgari in Namchi district, describing the achievement as a proud moment for Sikkims trail-running community.... The post Sikkim Runner Bir Bahadur Rai Becomes First Indian UTMB 25 km Podium Finisher first appeared on Northeast Today .

Shillong, Sep 12: In the early hours of Saturday, unidentified individuals hurled two petrol bombs at the premises of Laban police station in Shillong. Authorities confirmed that no police personnel sustained injuries during the attack. Superintendent of Police Vivek Syiem stated that while the incident has been reported, no arrests have been made so far.... The post Meghalaya: Petrol Bombs Hurled At Laban Police Station In Shillong, No Injuries first appeared on Northeast Today .

Mhayibeni Gifty Jami has become the first Naga to represent India in the Intellectual Strategy Games at the VI World Nomad Games. Jami is competing in Toguz Korgool, a traditional strategy board game, alongside participants from across the world. Her participation marks a historic milestone for Nagaland and adds a significant achievement to the states... The post Mhayibeni Gifty Jami Becomes First Naga To Represent India At World Nomad Games first appeared on Northeast Today .

Kohima, Sep 12: Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio has urged the Centre to urgently review and withdraw the Protected Area Permit (PAP) regime from the state, saying it is affecting Nagalands developmental aspirations and efforts to strengthen economic engagement with the rest of the country and the world. In a letter to Union Home Minister... The post CM Rio Urges Centre To Withdraw Protected Area Permit Regime From Nagaland first appeared on Northeast Today .

The Mizoram government is weighing a proposal to extend the registration period for taxi operators on the newly launched Mizotaxi app by an additional three months. The move comes as part of efforts to expand app-based taxi services and address traffic congestion in Aizawl. The matter was discussed during a meeting of the Coordination Committee... The post Mizoram Govt Plans Three-Month Extension For Mizotaxi Registration first appeared on Northeast Today .

Guwahati, Sept 12: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday announced that the state was among the first in the country to approve the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) for government employees. He emphasized that the government is working to ensure the schemes smooth, transparent, and timely implementation. Sarma noted that while the process of... The post Assam Among First States To Approve Unified Pension Scheme, Says CM Sarma first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, September 12: Tripura Gramin Bank (TGB) highlighted its initiatives towards financial inclusion, social security and financial awareness during a special talk show recorded at Doordarshan Kendra, Agartala, following an invitation from Doordarshan Tripura. TGB Chief Manager Rajeev Nayan and Senior Manager Jeet Bhattacharya represented the bank in the programme and discussed key government initiatives,... The post Tripura Gramin Bank Highlights Financial Inclusion Initiatives on Doordars

Agartala, September 12, 2026: The High Court of Tripura has directed the State Government to initiate immediate steps to fill thousands of vacant teaching and administrative posts in government schools, observing that students are being adversely affected as the academic year has already advanced substantially. The direction came in a suo motu PIL, WP(C)(PIL) No.... The post Tripura HC Directs Filling of 1,116 PGT, 2,193 GT Vacancies first appeared on Northeast Today .

Imphal, September 12: United States Ambassador to India Sergio Gor arrived in Manipur on Friday for a twoday visit, during which he held separate meetings with Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla and Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh in Imphal. Officials said Gor will spend the night in the state capital. His visit comes days after a... The post Manipur Is Stunning: U.S. Ambassador Gor Visits ConflictHit State, Holds Talks with Governor & CM first appeared on Northeast Today .

An elderly woman was allegedly sexually assaulted at Dambuk in Lower Dibang Valley district of Arunachal Pradesh. As per initial information, the incident took place at Dambuk and the accused, said to be a non-tribal man, allegedly fled after the incident. Police acted swiftly and apprehended the accused within a few hours. A case has... The post Arunachal: 70-Year-Old Woman Allegedly Raped In Dambuk; Accused Apprehended first appeared on Northeast Today .

Scientists have recorded the rare high-altitude fish Schizopygopsis waddellii in India for the first time, from a natural alpine lake in Tawang district of Arunachal Pradesh. The discovery was made at Pangkang Teng Tso Lake, located at about 12,800 feet above sea level. A total of ten specimens were collected in July 2026. The finding... The post Rare High-Altitude Fish Schizopygopsis Waddellii Discovered In Arunachal Pradesh For The First Time first appeared on Northeast Today .

Shillong, Sept 11: The Bharatiya Janata Partys prospects in Meghalaya gained momentum on Friday after United Democratic Party (UDP) legislator Olan Sing Suin revealed that eight party legislators are currently in discussions with the BJP. The development signals a possible realignment in the states political landscape. Meanwhile, senior BJP leader and MLA A.L. Hek met... The post Eight Meghalaya Legislators In Talks With BJP, Says UDP MLA Olan Sing Suin first appeared on Northeast Today .

Aizawl, Sep 11: Mizoram Health Minister Lalrinpuii has urged families across the state to adopt tobacco-free households, stressing that collective action is vital to safeguard communities from life-threatening diseases such as cancer. Speaking at the 13th State Anti-Tobacco Day observance in Aizawl on Thursday, Lalrinpuii highlighted that Mizoram continues to record the highest cancer incidence... The post Mizoram Health Minister Lalrinpuii Urges Families To Maintain Tobacco-Free Households firs

Agartala, September 11, 2026: Tripura Gramin Bank (TGB) participated in the inauguration of the traditional annual Bhadra Fair, popularly known as Bhadra Mela, held at the historic Kasbeshwari Kali Temple (Kasba Kali Bari) in Kamalasagar on September 10. As part of its outreach initiative, TGB set up a stall at the fair to showcase accessible... The post Tripura Gramin Bank Showcases Customer-Centric Services in Bhadra Mela at Kasba Kali Bari first appeared on Northeast Today .

Shillong, Sep 11: Police in Meghalayas West Garo Hills have filed a suo motu FIR against several individuals accused of subjecting a pig to extreme cruelty at an unlicensed meat shop in Tura. The case was registered at Araimile police station under provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, and the Prevention of Cruelty... The post Meghalaya Police Register FIR Over Alleged Cruelty To Pig In Tura first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, September 11: The Tripura State Mental Health Authority has issued show-cause notices to 18 private rehabilitation centres and mental health institutions for allegedly operating without valid registration or authorisation under the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017. The notices were issued on September 9, 2024, directing the institutions to explain within seven days why legal and... The post 18 Private Rehab Centres Served Show-Cause Notices for Operating Without Registration in Tripura firs

An eight-year-old girl from a border village in Assam has been rescued from Arunachal Pradesh where she was allegedly held captive for years. The girl, a native of Sarengjan in Ming Mang area near Assam-Arunachal border, about 20 km from Gogamukh, was reportedly rescued after videos related to alleged abuse surfaced on social media. As... The post Arunachal: Assam Minor Rescued From Itanagar; Trafficking Racket Alleged On Border first appeared on Northeast Today .

The Office of the Superintendent of Police, Mangan District, Sikkim, has revised the vehicle load restriction on Bridge B2 at Km 6+780 along NH-310A, increasing the permissible laden weight from 8 MT to 12 MT with immediate effect. The order was issued pursuant to a memorandum from the Divisional Engineer (NH-II), Roads and Bridges Department,... The post Sikkim Revises Vehicle Load Limit On Bridge B2 Along NH-310A, Retain 10 kmph Speed Cap first appeared on Northeast Today .

Gangtok, September 11: All eight Sikkim residents who were briefly stranded following the flash flood in Nepal on August 26 have safely returned home, the Nepal Flash Flood Task Force of the Government of Sikkim said on Friday. The eight residents, members of a Kailash Mansarovar Yatra group from Gangtok and Gyalshing districts, were... The post All Eight Sikkim Residents Stranded After Nepal Flash Flood Return Home Safely first appeared on Northeast Today .

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Friday met eight Taekwondo players from the Sikkim Amateur Taekwondo Association (SATA) who will represent India at the World Taekwondo Championships 2026 in Chuncheon, South Korea, later this month. Tamang extended his best wishes to the athletes and praised their hard work, dedication and perseverance. He expressed pride... The post Sikkim CM Meets Taekwondo Players Representing India At World Championships first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, September 11, 2026: Tripura Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha said an initial round of official-level discussions has been held between Tripura and Mizoram to address the long-standing border dispute between the two neighbouring states. Speaking about the development, Dr Saha said he had earlier spoken with Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma regarding the persistent... The post Mizoram-Tripura Border Issue: Officials Hold Initial Talks, Solution Will Be Found, Says CM Dr Manik Saha fir

Manipuri musician Chongtham Vikram Singh died of massive internal bleeding caused by severe physical trauma to his chest and abdomen, according to a post-mortem report released on Thursday. The 54-year-old Singh was allegedly assaulted by a group of men after he confronted them over noise outside his house in Kilokari village in southeast Delhi on... The post Manipuri musician Chongtham Vikram Died Of Massive Internal Bleeding: Post-Mortem first appeared on Northeast Today .

The Manipur Cabinet has approved the filling of 2,720 vacancies in various cadres of the State Police and the acquisition of land for an approach road to Khongsang Railway Station, as part of decisions aimed at strengthening manpower and infrastructure. The police vacancies include posts of Sub-Inspector, Assistant Sub-Inspector, Constable, Havildar, Rifleman and Follower, besides... The post Manipur Cabinet Approves 2,720 Police Vacancies first appeared on Northeast Today .

A new immersive theatre production Tomar Ka Ghar is set to offer audiences a reflective experience on change and identity in the age of modernization and artificial intelligence. The concept, story and direction have been jointly developed by Paalin Kabak, Toko Teyli and Rosan Garam. The team took around two to three months to complete... The post Arunachal: Immersive Play Tomar Ka Ghar By Kamsa Dramatic Society Questions Identity Amid Rapid Change first appeared on Northeast Today .

Rongara, Sep 10: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Thursday held a CM Connect programme at Rongara in South Garo Hills, providing residents with a direct platform to share their views, suggestions and developmental needs. Sangma said direct engagement with citizens is an essential part of public service, adding that listening to people helps... The post Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma Holds CM Connect Programme In Rongara first appeared on Northeast Today .