Guwahati:Here is the cartoon forSunday(March 30, 2025), a visual treat crafted by Assams celebrated cartoonist Nituparna Rajbongshi. Northeast Nowis happy to present this weekly dose of insightful satire, bringing you Rajbongshis unique perspective on the regions current events and pressing concerns. Through his distinct artistic style, Rajbongshi captures the nuances of everyday life, transforming them [] The post Northeast Nook: Cartoon by Nituparna Rajbongshi, March 30, 2025 appeared first on

Sharha, Cardiff Metropolitan University For some people, the Kamasutra is little more than a name associated with condom brands, scented oils and chocolates shaped into erotic positions. In India, where sex remains a taboo subject, this ancient sex manual has often been reduced to merely a dirty book. But beneath this narrow view lies a [] The post Womens sexual pleasure is still taboo but the Kamasutra tells a differentstory appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Dimapur: Dimapur Police has refuted accusations by the NSCN-K (Nikki) group regarding a fabricated kidnapping case, labeling the claims as baseless, a blatant lie, and a deliberate and intentional attempt to deceive the general public. Commissioner of Police (CP) Dimapur cautioned citizens against fraudulent schemes, detailing a case reported on March 24. The complaint involved [] The post Nagaland: NSCN-K (Nikki) kidnapping claim baseless, says Dimapur police appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: Arrested Assam journalist Dilwar Hussain Mozumder was released from Guwahati Central Jail on Saturday, following the granting of bail in a second case against him. His release came after back-to-back arrests related to his coverage of alleged financial irregularities at the State-run Assam Cooperative Apex Bank Limited. Mozumder, who is associated with the [] The post Assam: Guwahati journalist Dilwar Hussain Mozumder released from jail appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Shillong: The Voice of the People Party (VPP) in Meghalaya has suspended party MLA Adelbert Nongrum and four other party leaders due to alleged anti-party activities. Nongrum, who represents the North Shillong constituency, received a three-year suspension, effective immediately. The suspension stemmed from Nongrums response to a show-cause notice issued on March 1. VPP [] The post Meghalayas VPP suspends MLA, four others for anti-party activities appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Itanagar: Thousands of devotees, including a significant number of Bhutanese nationals, gathered at Zemithang Valley in Arunachal Pradeshs Tawang district from March 26-29, to celebrate the annual Gorsam Kora festival, a vibrant display of shared Himalayan Buddhist cultural heritage and the enduring India-Bhutan friendship. The festival, held annually, centers around the 12th-century Gorsam Chorten, a [] The post India-Bhutan friendship celebrated at Tawang in Arunachal appeared first on NorthEa

Imphal: A vibrant wave of purple washed over the City Convention Centre in Imphal this Saturday, marking a historic moment for Manipur. The inaugural Purple Fest 2025, a celebration of resilience and potential, illuminated the often-overlooked realities of persons with disabilities (PwDs), weaving a tapestry of awareness, acceptance, and empowerment. For a state home to [] The post A symphony of purple: Imphal embraces inclusion at landmark fest appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: An environmentalist from Assam has urged the central government to withdraw its approval for Oil India Limited (OIL) to establish a research and development (R&D) centre within the eco-sensitive zone of Dibru-Saikhowa National Park, a biosphere reserve known for its unique biodiversity and fragile ecosystem. Dibru-Saikhowa National Park, designated a biosphere reserve in 1997, [] The post Assam environmentalist opposes OILs R&D centre in Dibru-Saikhowa appeared first on NorthEast Now .

It is a tradition for many people of North India to keep fasting for nine days on Chaitra Navratri and Sharada Navratri and follow a strict diet plan consisting of light yet healthy food items. According to health coach Ridhi Jain, fasting during Navratri is an opportunity to reset your digestion, cleanse your system, and [] The post 9 days Navratri fasting diet plan to become energetic appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Imphal: An 18-year-old activist of the proscribed Peoples Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak-Progressive (PREPAK-Pro), Lance Corporal Maibam Naotonba, and a cadre of the outlawed Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL), Lt. Angom Ingo, lost their lives in a gunfight along the Manipur-Myanmar border on March 25. The clash occurred during a confrontation involving revolutionary fighters from Manipur [] The post Manipur: Two insurgents killed in Indo-Myanmar border clash appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: A earthquake struck Myanmar near its capital, Naypyidaw, on March 29, following the devastating 7.7 magnitude quake that hit Mandalay a day earlier, killing over 1,000 people. The latest quake occurred at 2:50 pm at a depth of 10 kilometers, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). Authorities are yet to assess the [] The post Fresh 5.1 magnitude earthquake strikes Myanmar appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: The body of a young man, was discovered in a rented house in Natun Colony, Duliajan, Assam, early Saturday morning. The body was identified as Udit Gogoi. His family alleged that his death was a premeditated murder. According to reports, Udit had recently visited Namsai in Arunachal Pradesh with friends. However, on Friday night, [] The post Assam: Man found dead in Duliajan, family suspects murder appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Applications are invited for recruitment of 17 vacant teaching and non-teaching positions or career in RTU Hojai Assam in 2025. Rabindranath Tagore University (RTU) Hojai Assam is inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to the posts or career of Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor and Academic Registrar in 2025. Name of post : Professor [] The post Assam Career RTU Hojai Recruitment 2025 appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Imphal: The Manipuri feature film Yahouthengba Khoimu (Blossom of Love) has been shortlisted for four prestigious awards at the 6th Crown International Film Award (CIFA) 2025, to be held in Bangladesh. The film has been nominated for Best Feature Film, Best Story, Best Actor, and Best Director. Directed by Rakesh Naorem and based on a [] The post Manipuri film Yahouthengba Khoimu nominated for four awards at CIFA 2025 appeared first on NorthEast Now .

The DME Assam Grade 3 Exam 2025 is scheduled for tomorrow, March 30. Candidates must be well-prepared and aware of the exam pattern, timing, and instructions to ensure a smooth experience on the day. Exam Pattern: The exam will consist of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) covering subjects like general knowledge, science, mathematics, aptitude, and reasoning. Understanding [] The post DME Assam Grade 3 exam 2025 tomorrow: Key details and guidelines appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Applications are invited for recruitment of various administrative positions or career in SESTA Guwahati Assam in 2025. Seven Sisters Development Assistance (SESTA) Guwahati Assam is inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to the posts or career of Executive (Accounts & Finance) and Project Associate in 2025. Name of post : Executive (Accounts & Finance) [] The post Assam Career SESTA Guwahati Recruitment 2025 appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: The death toll from a massive 7.7 and 6.4 magnitude earthquake that struck central Myanmar and Thailand on Friday morning has passed 1,000, as rescuers dug through the rubble of collapsed buildings in a desperate search for survivors. Myanmars military-led government on Saturday stated that the massive earthquake killed at least 1,002 people and [] The post Myanmar earthquake: Death toll touches 1,000 appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Applications are invited for recruitment of various teaching posts or jobs in Tripura University in 2025. Tripura University is inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to the posts or jobs of Assistant Professor and Associate Professor in 2025. From a humble beginning as the Post-Graduate Wing of Calcutta University, in 1976, to a state [] The post Tripura Jobs Tripura University Recruitment 2025 appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Imphal: Manipur police in coordination with the Central forces on Friday, recovered weapons and dismantled Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) planted at separate strategic locations in and around the Thoubal Dam in Imphal East district adjoining Kangpokpi District, an official said on Saturday. The official said during the search and area domination operations at Mapithel Ridge, [] The post Manipur: Combined force recovers weapons and IEDs in valley appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Imphal: Manipur Police on Friday, arrested an individual linked with an underground group at the Sekmaijin area in Kakching District, which led to the recovery of a substantial cache of arms, ammunition, and warlike stores of weapons. Official reports stated that the Police identified the arrested individual as Mangi (35) of Sekmaijin, Kakching District, linked [] The post Manipur: Police apprehends UG-linked individual in Kakching appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Imphal: Manipur police arrested a 30-year-old man for illegal possession of 200 bottles of banned cough syrup, often misused as a substitute for narcotics in the state. The arrest followed a tip-off from Meira Paibis at Samurou Bazaar in Imphal West district about a head-on collision between two vehicles. Acting on the information, a police [] The post Manipur police arrests man with 200 bottles of banned cough syrup appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: Advocate General (AG) of Assam, Devajit Saikia, has resigned from the membership of the Bar Association, amid the conflict of interest related to the Assam state governments position on the issue of relocating the Gauhati High Court. The Advocate General submitted his resignation letter to the president of Bar Association Kamal Nayan Choudhury Saikia [] The post AG Devajit Saikia resigns from Gauhati HC Bar Association appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Aizawl:The Mizoram government has proposed Assam government for initiating official-level talks in mid-April on the long-standing border dispute, said state home secretary Vanlalmawia on Friday. Vanlalmawia said that the Mizoram government had sent a letter to Assam for the fourth time recently proposing official-level talks before the ministerial-level talks in Guwahati. He said that Mizoram [] The post Mizoram govt urges Assam for official talks concerning border dispute appeared first on Nort

Imphal: Manipur police and central security forces arrested 6 cadres of different underground groups involved in anti-social activities in a series of operations in the valley districts of the state during the past 48 hours, an official said on Saturday. The official said that the security forces arrested two cadres of the proscribed Peoples Revolutionary [] The post Manipur: Security forces apprehends 6 insurgents in valley appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: A massive 7.7 and 6.4 magnitude earthquake that struck central Myanmar on Friday morning has reported 144 deaths and over 732 injuries, with the toll expected to rise as rescue operations continue, official sources stated on Saturday. Across bordering Thailand, officials of the country confirmed ten people dead, including many in the collapse of [] The post Myanmar earthquake: 144 death, 732 injuries reported amid rescue appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: Thailand will uplift its relations with India to a strategic partnership amid India Prime Minister Narendra Modis upcoming visit to Bangkok next week, an official of Thailands Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated on Friday. Sources stated that, PM Modi and Thailand PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra will be discussing promotion of relations and cooperation, both at [] The post Thailand to uplift relationship with India amid PM Modis visit, says Thailand MEA appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday said his government is committed to resolving the long-standing boundary dispute with Meghalaya. In March 2022, under the auspices of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Assam and Meghalaya settled disputes in six of the twelve contested sectors along their 855 km border. However, the remaining six [] The post Committed to resolve border dispute with Meghalaya, says Assam CM appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: The Gauhati High Court on Friday granted interim bail to Congress spokesperson Reetam Singh, who was arrested for a social media post questioning the legal status of a case against BJP MLA Manab Deka. North Lakhimpur police registered a case (Case No. 91/2025), involving charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the Information Technology Act, [] The post Assam: Gauhati High Court grants interim bail to Congress spokesperson Reetam Singh appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: Chief Judicial Magistrates court on Friday granted bail to Senior journalist Dilwar Hussain Mozumder in the second case filed against him. However, due to procedural delays, Mozumder will remain in judicial custody overnight at Guwahati Central Jail, with his release anticipated tomorrow, Saturday, March 29. Police rearrested Mozumder on Thursday after the banks Managing [] The post Assam: CJM court grants bail to journalist Dilwar Hussain Mozumder in second case appeared first on Nort

Imphal: Hundreds of Nagas from Nagaland and Manipur exchanged vows to rise as one to protect their ancestral lands and to fight against all forces that are seeking to divide the Nagas and their land. The Nagas scattering in different parts of the region gathered at the 2nd edition of the Naga Morung held at [] The post Manipur: Nagas vows to defend ancestral lands against all forces appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: A man allegedly killed his wife on Thursday night,in a fit of rage, at Barkhola Jarailtala in Cachar, Assam. As per sources, the husband, identified as Bulu Gowal, brutally killed his wife Pini Gowal. The couples heated argument, fueled by alcohol, quickly escalated into a violent altercation Bulu in a state of inebriation, attacked [] The post Assam: Drunk man allegedly kills wife in Cachar appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Dimapur: Nagaland Governor La Ganesan visited Meluri district, the youngest district of the state, on Friday. Meluri was officially inaugurated as the 17th district of Nagaland by chief minister Neiphiu Rio on February 21 this year. Meluri may be the youngest district of our state, but it holds immense promise for a bright future, Ganesan [] The post Nagalands youngest district a land of fortunes, says Governer Ganesan appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Dimapur: The two-day National Intellectual Property (IP) Yatra Nagaland 2025 commenced at the Capital Convention Centre, Kohima, on Friday, seeking to promote awareness and sensitisation on intellectual property rights among the people of Nagaland. It also aims to empower individuals and businesses to secure their innovations and contribute to the economic growth of the state. [] The post Nagaland holds intellectual property campaign appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Imphal: The Manipur Government has directed all the arm license holders to submit a copy of their arm licenses to the concerned police stations by April 11, 2025, an official notification said on Friday. In a notification, District Magistrate A Subhash Singh directed all arms license holders in Thoubal district to submit a copy of [] The post Manipur Govt orders arm license holders to submit copies by April 11 appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Imphal: Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla engaged with students during the National Integration Tour 2025 Experience Sharing Program held on Friday at the Durbar Hall, Raj Bhavan, Imphal. The students shared insights from their tour, highlighting the rich diversity of cultures, cuisines, and monuments they encountered during their travels. During the session, the students proposed [] The post Manipur Governor engages with students at National Integration Tour appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: The Union government announced an allocation of Rs 1186.20 crore for the four-laning of a 13 km stretch of NH-37, connecting Silchar (near Budha Nagar) in Assam to Jiribam in Manipur. In a post on X, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, said, This corridor will significantly improve connectivity between [] The post Govt allocates Rs 1186 cr to enhance Silchar-Jiribam connectivity appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Dimapur: Eight District Congress Committee presidents from Nagaland attended the All India District Congress Committee (DCC) presidents meeting at Indira Bhawan, New Delhi, on Thursday, the Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee said in a release on Friday. The AICC convened this crucial meeting for pan-India grassroots party workers. In his address at the meeting, Dimapur District [] The post 8 Congress leaders from Nagaland to attend AICC-convened meet in Delhi appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: Gauhati University removed Dr. Kandarpa Sarma from his position as exam controller on Friday, following allegations of misconduct and misbehavior from students. The students, led by the Postgraduate Students Union (PGSU) and the Law College Students Union, gathered on the university campus on Thursday to voice their concerns. According to sources, Dr. Sarma allegedly [] The post Assam: Gauhati University removes exam controller over alleged misconduct appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Imphal: Manipur Police, assisted by the central paramilitary forces, arrested one active member of the underground Kangleipak Communist Party Peoples War Group (KCP-PWG) in an operation in Bishnupur district on Thursday, the officials said. The official said, the security forces arrested Leishangthem Hiran Singh (40), a resident of Utlou Makha Leikai from Maibam Chingmang [] The post Manipur: Security forces apprehends one KCP cadre in Bishnupur appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan stated in a written response to a query in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday that India is actively monitoring developments related to the Brahmaputra river including Chinas plans to develop hydropower projects on the river. External Affairs Minister stated that the Government carefully monitors all developments [] The post India monitors Chinas Brahmaputra river project, says MoS Kirti Vardan appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday stated that the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the activities of Pakistani national Ali Tauqeer Sheikh sets to conclude by September. Addressing the media in a cabinet press briefing, CM Himanta said that the SIT is closely examining records to determine how and why Sheikh had [] The post Assam: SITs probe into Ali Tauqeer Seikh case set to conclude by September, says CM appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Imphal: Rajya Sabha MP from Manipur Leishemba Sanajaoba, during the zero hours in the Parliament on Thursday, raised concern for the protection of the indigenous people in this sensitive border state. MP Sanajaoba drawing the attention of the Rajya Sabha, expressed his fear that Manipur will have a huge demographic imbalance and the indigenous people [] The post Manipur: MP Sanajaoba urges Parliament to safeguard indigenous rights appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Haflong: Albita Haflongbar, a student from Dibarai High School in Haflong, has brought laurels to her school and community by winning the Outstanding Project award at the State-Level Bigyan Anusandhan 2025 competition held from March 25 to 27, 2025, at Shilpgram in Guwahati, Assam. Assam Science Technology and Environment Council (ASTEC) in collaboration with Samagra [] The post Assam: Albita Haflongbar shines at Bigyan Anusandhan 2025 appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Haflong:The Committee on Public Accounts of the Assam Legislative Assembly, led by Acting Chairman Shri R.N. Kalita, conducted a spot study visit to Dima Hasao on Thursday. The visit aimed to review ongoing departmental schemes under the North Cachar Hills Autonomous Council. The review meeting took place at the Conference Hall of Circuit House in [] The post Assam: PAC executes spot study visit to Dima Hasao appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: The Chief Minister of Assam on Thursday announced that the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has withdrawn the disturbed area from Dibrugarh, effectively ending the enforcement of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) in the district. The State government has requested the Centre to revoke AFSPA, as the state has been planning to [] The post Assam: MHA withdraws disturbed area from Dibrugarh, says CM appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: Lok Sabha on Thursday passed The Immigration and Foreigners Bill 2025 amid opposition claiming that it violates the multiple fundamental rights under the Constitution of India. Addressingthe Lok Sabha during the debate on the bill Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that the bill will provide up-to-date information about every foreigner visiting India. [] The post Lok Sabha passes Immigration and Foreigners Bill 2025 appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Dimapur: The state round of the Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament 2025 was held at the Nagaland assembly secretariat in Kohima on Thursday. Addressing the programme, Nagaland assembly deputy speaker S Toiho Yeptho, who was the special guest of the event, said the Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament serves as a powerful platform for the youth to [] The post Nagaland hosts state round of Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament in assembly appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Dimapur: A large wildfire that broke out in the Sanis village area between Baghty and Bhandari in Wokha district, Nagaland on March 25 has been contained, an official statement said on Thursday. The fire, which was ascertained to have originated from a slash-and-burn jhum field, quickly spread into the surrounding forest and damaged parts of [] The post Nagaland: Wildfire contained in Wokha district appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: Thousands of devotees flocked to Kapilashram in Siddheswar, Hailakandi district, Assam,on Thursday to participate in the annual Baruni Snan. The holy ritual, often referred to as the Mini Kumbh of South Assams Barak Valley, involves taking a sacred dip in the Barak River, believed to purify the soul and wash away sins. Also Read: [] The post Assam: Thousands gather for Baruni Snan at Barak Valleys Mini Kumbh appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: Assams Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday, said that the government is planning to set up an Education Commission to evaluate whether the state should prioritize improving education quality with fewer, well-staffed schools or expand access with multiple single-teacher institutions. Addressing at the Gunotsav 2025 event at Srimanta Sankardeva Kalakshetra in Guwahati, Chief [] The post Assam to set up commission to prioritize quality education, says Chief Minister appeared fi