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Dimapur: A photography exhibition titled Time Travel to Nagaland, 1979: A Japanese Photographers Record of Life and Tradition was opened at the Museum Annexe courtyard in Kohima on Wednesday, showcasing the cultural heritage and way of life of Nagaland as documented by Japanese ethnographic photographer Yuzo Morita during his visit to the state in 1979. [] The post Exhibition in Kohima showcases Japanese photographer Yuzo Moritas documentation of Nagaland appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: The Meghalaya Government-constituted fact-finding committee on the proposed setting up of Shree Cement Company in East Jaintia Hills has invited representations from individuals, organisations and public to assist its inquiry by September 29. The committee was constituted through a government notification issued on September 8, following a government directive dated September 3. It has [] The post Meghalaya: Fact-finding panel seeks public representation on proposed Shree Cement Projec

Choosing a forex broker affects how you trade, what you pay, how your funds are handled, and which markets you can access. With brokers competing on spreads, platforms, leverage, and promotional offers, comparing the right factors is essential. Before opening an account, look beyond marketing claims and review the brokers regulatory status, legal identity, trading [] The post What Should Traders Check Before Choosing a Forex Broker? appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Rising energy costs and the need to improve operational efficiency are prompting businesses to invest in renewable energy, energy-efficient equipment and other sustainable solutions. However, these projects often require significant upfront capital, making financing a key part of the investment decision. Green financing funds projects that deliver measurable environmental benefits while also helping businesses reduce [] The post Green Financing Trends: How Sustainability Is Shaping Business Loan

Reported by: Mrinal Banik Agartala: The Tripura State Election Commission has strengthened security and election monitoring arrangements ahead of the village committee elections under the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council, with 74 companies of the Central Armed Police Forces deployed across the state. Two meetings were held on Wednesday to review election preparations, the [] The post Tripura: 74 CRPF companies deployed ahead of village committee polls appeared first on NorthEast

Imphal: Environmentalists have raised concerns over the reported decline of orange salamanders in Manipurs Ukhrul district, with shrinking damp and marshy habitats, deforestation and erratic rainfall patterns threatening the amphibians. Locally known as Lengva in the Tangkhul Naga dialect and Chum in Meitei, the species is scientifically classified as Tylototriton verrucosus and commonly referred to [] The post Manipur: Habitat loss and climatic shifts threaten Himalayan newt population in Ukhru

Dimapur: The Nagaland government is in the process of developing the live entertainment economy framework as a potential driver of economic growth and livelihood generation in the state. A meeting to discuss the development of the live entertainment economy was held at the directorate of information & public relations (DIPR) in Kohima on Tuesday. LiveNow [] The post Nagaland to develop live entertainment economy appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: A new species of montane toad has been discovered in Mizorams Phawngpui National Park, adding to the growing evidence of previously undocumented amphibian diversity in the states high-elevation forests. The species, named Duttaphrynus phawngpui, was found at about 2,144 metres above sea level in Lawngtlai district and has so far been recorded only from [] The post New montane toad species discovered in Mizorams Phawngpui National Park appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Bordumsa: The latest Arunachal Pradesh Digital Newsletter has highlighted a range of government initiatives spanning strategic frontier connectivity, critical infrastructure, healthcare, education, agriculture, tribal enterprise and tourism across the state. The 118th edition of the newsletter, covering September 1 to 15, brings together initiatives focused on connectivity, human development, indigenous livelihoods and institutional strengthening in [] The post Arunachal: Digital newsletter spot

Aizawl: The Mizoram government on Tuesday released Rs 3.41 crore to 683 beneficiaries in Aizawl district under the third round of the second phase of the Chief Ministers Special Package of the States flagship Bana Kaih (Handholding) Scheme, officials said. Each beneficiary, referred to as a Progress Partner under the scheme, will receive Rs 50,000 [] The post Mizoram releases Rs 3.41 crore to 683 beneficiaries under Bana Kaih scheme appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Reported by Mrinal Kanti Banik Agartala: A 28-year-old woman was allegedly stabbed to death during an altercation involving her live-in partner and his family at the Kamalasagar Bhadra Mela in Tripuras Sepahijala district, police said. The deceased, identified as Sujita Das, had been in a relationship with Pritam Nama, a married man, and the two [] The post Tripura: Woman dies after alleged stabbing at Kamalasagar Bhadra Mela appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Imphal: Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Tuesday launched the website of the Loktak Development Authority (LDA) and released the Waterbird Census Report Loktak Ramsar 2026 at a function held at the Chief Ministers Secretariat. The release of the report comes amid concerns over a sharp decline in the number of migratory waterbirds [] The post Manipur: Loktak records sharp decline in migratory waterbirds, census finds appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed a case against Arunachal Pradesh-based lawyer and environmental activist Bhanu Tatak for allegedly receiving foreign funds in violation of the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA). Tatak is a legal adviser to the Siang Indigenous Farmers Forum (SIFF) and coordinator of civil society organisation Dibang Resistance. She [] The post CBI books Arunachal environmental activist Bhanu Tatak over alleged FCRA violations appeared first o

Reported by Mrinal Banik Agartala: Tripura Home Secretary Abhishek Singh said a higher-level meeting is likely to be held soon to address the long-pending border dispute with Mizoram, which he said is confined to a small area around Phuldengsei village. Singh made the statement after talks with a four-member delegation led by the Mizoram Home [] The post Tripura-Mizoram border dispute: Higher-level meeting likely soon, says Tripura Home Secretary appeared first on NorthEast Now .

By Arathi Menon/Mongabay The gender of elected representatives can influence forest-cover growth, indicates a study that examines the causal impact of female elected representatives on forest conservation in India. The study concludes that electing a female MLA increased annual forest-cover growth by about six percentage points in constituencies reserved for historically marginalised communities such as [] The post Study links female legislators to faster forest-cover growth appeared first on No

Applications are invited for recruitment of various academic positions or jobs in NEHU Tura Meghalaya in 2026. North Eastern Hill University (NEHU) Tura Meghalaya is inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to the posts or jobs of Project Assistant/Intern under the Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) Research Centre Project, supported by the Indian Knowledge Systems [] The post Meghalaya Jobs 2026 : NEHU Tura Recruitment [PA / Intern post] appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Applications are invited for recruitment of various teaching positions or jobs in APS Tenga Valley Arunachal Pradesh in 2026. Army Public School (APS) Tenga Valley Arunachal Pradesh is inviting applications from recruitment to the posts or jobs of Teachers in 2026. Name of post : TGT No. of posts : 3 Subject wise vacancies : [] The post Arunachal Jobs 2026 : APS Tenga Valley Recruitment appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Doomdooma: A wild elephant spotted roaming in Assams Golaghat district on Thursday with a large tyre lodged around its neck was rescued after the Forest Department launched an operation to remove it. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Thursday evening, Whether it is a human being or an animal, it is our responsibility [] The post Assam: Wild elephant rescued with tyre removed from neck in Golaghat appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Digboi: An elephant calf aged around four to six weeks was rescued from a muddy trench at Seconee Tea Estate near Assams Kaziranga National park on Wednesday morning after its herd failed to pull it out. The herd reportedly tried several times to rescue the calf, but the depth and muddy conditions of the trench [] The post Assam: Elephant calf rescued from muddy trench near Kaziranga, shifted for rehabilitation appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Checkmate Government Relations, a lobbying firm founded by a hunting friend of Donald Trump Jr., recently represented Vantara, a controversial private Indian zoo that has been in the spotlight over the questionable origins of some of its more than 150,000 animals, which include protected and endangered species. Tristan Breijer,the head of the U.S.-based lobby firm [] The post Vantara under scrutiny over lobbyists links to Trump Jr. and pro-hunting groups appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: Two critically endangered ring-tailed lemurs stolen from Bangladeshs Gazipur Safari Park in March 2025 have reportedly been traced to Vantara, the wildlife conservation and rehabilitation centre in Gujarat associated with Reliance chairman Mukesh Ambanis son Anant Ambani, prompting Bangladeshi authorities to seek assistance from Interpol for their repatriation. The development follows an investigation by [] The post Two critically endangered Lemurs allegedly smuggled from Bangladesh tr

Guwahati: The Supreme Court has given 23 States and Union Territories two weeks to decide whether judicial officers should be allowed to remain in service until 62, citing the need to retain experienced judges amid more than 5.18 crore cases pending in district courts. A three-judge Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant [] The post SC asks States, UTs to decide on raising judicial retirement age to 62 appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Imphal: A man was shot dead by unidentified individuals near Langjing Hills, between Angom Leikai and Kangla Sangomshang under Lamlai police station in Manipurs Imphal East district. Commuters found the body on the morning of September 4. A police team recovered the body and took it to the morgue at Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical [] The post Manipur: Man shot dead near Langjing Hills, NRFM claims responsibility appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Imphal: Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho has warned that nine Naga legislators may withdraw their support from the Yumnam Khemchand Singh-led government if the states security situation continues to deteriorate. Speaking to the media, Dikho revealed that he and fellow Deputy Chief Minister Nemcha Kipgen had been tasked with initiating dialogue between conflicting communities [] The post Manipur: Deputy CM Losii Dikho warns Naga legislators may withdraw support from government appeared f

Guwahati: Vantara on Friday announced the full membership of its newly established Governing Council, which will oversee its conservation, rescue and compliance work and help set the organisations vision for the next five years and beyond. The Council will also take the final decision on any future applications to import wild animals. It comprises five [] The post Vantara announces members of new independent Governing Council appeared first on NorthEast Now .