Nathalie Seddon, University of Oxford and Audrey Wagner, University of Oxford Climate change and biodiversity policies have largely evolved in isolation, even though the two crises are deeply intertwined. They have their own UN summits, with the same name and numbering system: the UN biodiversity summit Cop16 just concluded in Colombia, while the climate summit [] The post The climate and biodiversity crises are entwined, but we risk pitting one against theother appeared first on NorthEast Now .

The Assamese film Abhimanyu, released on November 15th under Sabnams Entertainments, tackles a story of revenge, cover-ups, and moral dilemmas in a society grappling with corruption. (Changed quandaries to dilemmas for better flow) Directed by Achinta Shankar and edited by Protim Khaound, the film features Kamal Lochan as the protagonist Prabhat, alongside Deeplina Deka (Jyotsna), [] The post Film Review: Assamese Thriller Abhimanyu Fumbles Revenge Plot appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati:TheAssam Rifles saved the lives of 130 children following a severe food poisoning at a school in Moreh in Tengnoupal district of Manipur. Among the 130 children, 22 were boys and 108 girls. Alerted by the Moreh Primary Health Centre (PHC), a medical team from the central paramilitary force soon rushed to the site with [] The post Manipur: 130 students suffer from food poisoning at Moreh school appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati:They say that reading and writing are serious activities that rarely attract large crowds, especially in an era when the internet has caused everyone to become increasingly distracted from such practices. Crowds should not be seen as an indicator of the success of a programme, especially one that is as somber and serious as a [] The post Meghalaya:Over 3,500 attend opening day of Shillong Literary Fest appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: Amid the ongoing tension in Manipur, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has taken over the probe into three cases related to Jiribam violence from the state police. NIA officials said the agency has started the probe from November 13. Meitei militants allegedly severely tortured and burnt to death a 31-year-old Hamar woman at her [] The post Manipur: NIA takes over probe into Jiribam killings, abduction case appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Dimapur: The 25thAll Indian Police Band Competition, organised by Assam Rifles Training Centre and School (ARTCS), commenced at the drill ground of the ARTC at Shokhuvi in Nagalands Dimapur, on Monday. The week-long event was inaugurated by Nagaland Governor La Ganesan. The inaugural ceremony marked the beginning of a week-long celebration of musical excellence and [] The post Nagaland: All Indian police band competition begins at Assam Rifles Training Centre appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati:General Officer Commanding (GOC) of Spear Corps Lt Gen Abhijit Pendharkar on Monday visited the Assam Rifles headquarters at Kakching and Churachandpur in Manipur to review the prevailing security situation in the area. During his visit, the GOC conducted an in-depth assessment of the ground realities, interacted with troops deployed in the field, and lauded [] The post Manipur: GOC Spear Corps reviewsprevailing securitysituation appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Madan Sarma, known for his prowess in short stories, ventures into historical fiction with Muni Sunir Kathakata (Tales of Twilight). Set in 18th-century Assam, the novel delves into a period of social and political upheaval marked by the arrival of the British East India Company. Sarma meticulously reconstructs and deconstructs history. He paints a rich [] The post A Journey Through 18th Century Assam: Review of Muni Sunir Kathakata appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati:TheTechnology Innovation Hub (TIH) of IIT Guwahatihas successfully conducted Indias first training and certification programme in underwater welding and deep diving. The programme was conducted in collaboration with the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS). This initiative is a significant step towards enhancing the nations capabilities in underwater asset maintenance and developing a skilled workforce to [] The post IIT Guwahati conducts Indias first underwater welding program appeared fi

Agartala: Tripura Leader of Opposition Jitendra Chaudhury on Monday urged Chief Minister Manik Saha to suspend the ongoing eviction drive until provisions for livelihood and alternative accommodation are made for families living below the poverty line. In a letter addressed to the Chief Minister, Chaudhury, a CPI (M) MLA, highlighted the plight of displaced families [] The post Tripura Leader of Opposition appeals for halt to evictions appeared first on NorthEast Now .

What is the claim? Multiple social media users have posted visuals claiming to show the aftermath of a train accident near Lalgarh railway station in Bikaner, in the Indian state of Rajasthan. The visuals depict one derailed rail coach on top of another, with multiple emergency teams engaged in rescuing people. An X (formerly Twitter) [] The post Viral video of Train Collision is actually a mock drill appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: Over 300 Meiteis, including young boys and women, were detained in New Delhi on Monday as they staged a protest at Jantar Mantar against the alleged killing of three women and three children by Kuki militant groups in Manipurs Jiribam district. The Delhi Meetei Coordinating Committee (DMCC), Manipur Students Association Delhi (MSAD), Delhi Association [] The post Protests erupt in Delhi over horrific Manipur killings, over 300 Meiteis detained appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Hair is the crowning glory of an individual so it is the essential to keep it healthier in the right way possible. When you have good hair, you can automatically make a good impression wherever you go. Do these mandatory things to keep your hair healthier- 1. Take care of your scalp Scalp is the [] The post 10 mandatory things to do for healthier hair appeared first on NorthEast Now .

While the electric vehicle (EV) market in India seems to be blooming, the demand for affordable cars in the segment has also seen a rise in the past couple of years. While the two-wheeler market seems to offer a wide range of vehicles in the EV segment in all price brackets, the same cannot be [] The post Top 3 electric cars in India under Rs 10 lakh appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: A tiger carcass was recovered by forest officials in Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve (KNPTR), Assam on Monday morning. According to sources, the forest department found the tiger carcass from the Haranbali Chapori in Kaziranga after reports of an injured tiger being seen in the area. An official said that they had received [] The post Assam: Tiger carcass found in Kaziranga, infighting suspected appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: A teenager was allegedly assaulted brutally by at least three persons in the Kahilipara area of Guwahati, Assam on Monday morning over allegations of milk theft. According to reports, the incident took place near the Jatia area in Kahilipara of Guwahati. The teenager was accused of sealing a milk packet from a shop. Also [] The post Assam: Minor beaten mercilessly over milk theft allegation in Guwahati appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Haflong: Dr Manha Bathari, a renowned Scientist (Entomology) from Assam, has been conferred with the prestigious Agriculture Extension Scientist Award-2024. She was conferred with the award for her outstanding contributions to promoting agriculture entomology. Dr Bathari received the award at the 6th National Conference Advances in Agriculture Sciences organised by the Dr B Vasantharaj David [] The post Assam scientist Dr Manha Bathari gets Agriculture Extension Scientist Award appeared first on

Guwahati: A gang allegedly robbed nearly Rs 4.5 lakh from a fish trader in Cachar, Assam on Sunday night. According to the victim Aziz Uddin, the robber barged into their house on Sunday and threatened his father to disclose the location of valuables in the house. He claimed that since his father was alone at [] The post Assam: Fish trader robbed of Rs 4.5 lakh in Cachar appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: In the freshly reported violence in Manipur, the Indigenous Tribal Leaders Forum (ITLF) on Sunday night claimed that at least five churches, a school, a petrol pump and 14 homes belonging to tribals in Jiribam were set ablaze on Saturday night. The ITLF in a statement condemned the attacks and stated that security forces [] The post Manipur crisis: ITLF says five churches, one school vandalised in Jiribam appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Imphal: A flag march was conducted by combined security forces, including the Army, in Imphal, Manipur on Sunday night. The march was in response to the renewed widespread protests that erupted on Saturday. The fresh violence was reported following the recovery of six bodies, including children, in the violence-hit Jiribam district. Also Read: Assam: AASU [] The post Manipur: Combined forces conduct flag march in Imphal to contain violence appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: A man affiliated with the All Assam Students Union (AASU) was arrested from Kamalpur in Kamrup, Assam on Sunday night for allegedly being involved in a theft case. The apprehended person was identified as Anwar Khan. According to reports, he is the advisor of the AllKamrup DistrictStudents Union. He is accused of being involved [] The post Assam: AASU leader arrested for theft in Kamrup appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: Three alleged robbers were arrested in Guwahati, Assam on Sunday evening for allegedly being involved in multiple robbery cases. The trio is accused of robbing multiple persons in the areas near Beltola and Basistha for several days. Police sources stated that they had been robbing people at knife point. Also Read: Assam: Youth injured [] The post Assam: Three robbers arrested in Guwahati appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: Honouring the heroic sacrifices made by the 4 Garhwal Rifles during the Battle of Nuranang on November 17, 1962, the Indian Armys Gajraj Corps on Sunday commemorated Nuranang Day 2024 at the Jaswant Garh War Memorial in Arunachal Pradesh. Guwahati-based Defence PRO Lt Col Mahendra Rawat said the solemn occasion honoured the valour of [] The post Indian Army commemorates Nuranang Day in Arunachal appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Dibrugarh: One person reportedly went missing after a boat carrying four passengers capsized in the Dibru River near Dinjan Ghat in Tinsukia, Assam on Sunday. Sources said after the capsized a nearby boat quickly arrived at the scene and rescued all four passengers from the sinking vessel. Also Read: Assam: Raas Purnima celebrated with traditional [] The post Assam: Man goes missing after boat capsize in Tinsukia appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: A man was injured after being shot near the highway at Digboi in Tinsukia, Assam on Sunday evening. According to reports, he was shot at by a person who he was travelling in a vehicle. Police informed that the victim has been identified as Hemanta Saikia. Also Read: Assam: Youth stabbed to death with [] The post Assam: Youth injured after being shot at in Digboi appeared first on NorthEast Now .

DIBRUGARH: The serene premises of Golok Maina Parijat at Lepetkata in Dibrugarh, Assam came alive with cultural fervour and devotion during the Raas Mahotsav and Raas Purnima celebrations. Organized collaboratively by Golok Maina Parijat, Dibrugarh and Raag Ragini Sangit Carca Kendra Sivasagar, the highlight of the event was the performance of the traditional Ankiya Bhaona [] The post Assam: Raas Purnima celebrated with traditional Ankiya Bhaona appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati:The Assam Rifles on Sunday said that swift action by security forces has successfully de-escalated the unrest in the Imphal Valley of Manipur, leading to visible progress in restoring peace and normalcy in the region. In response to the recent escalation of violence and protests that disrupted the fragile peace in the region, approximately 300 [] The post Manipur: Swift action by security forces restores calm in Imphal Valley appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Agartala: The Government Railway Police (GRP) and Railway Protection Force (RPF) arrested two pantry-car workers of Indian Railways at Agartala Railway Station in Tripura for allegedly smuggling cannabis worth several lakh rupees. Speaking on the incident, GRP Officer-in-Charge Tapas Das said that they received information late yesterday evening about cannabis smuggling on the Deoghar Express, [] The post Tripura: Two pantry-car workers held in Agartala with cannabis on train appeared first on N

Guwahati: During the ongoing Youth Festival, a youth was allegedly killed after being stabbed in the Goroimari area of Kamrup, Assam on Sunday. The youth was stabbed by a dagger during the ongoing youth festival at Brahmaputra Valley Academy in Goraimari. The deceased was identified as Lohit Hussain (18) from the Bhauria Bhitha area of [] The post Assam: Youth stabbed to death with dagger in Kamrup appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Shillong: The Voice of the People Party (VPP) in Meghalaya has reaffirmed its stance on ticket allocation for the upcoming Member of District Council (MDC) polls, despite growing resentment from certain quarters. VPP president Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit stated the final decision on ticket allocation rests solely with the partys Election Committee. Basaiawmoit added that individuals [] The post Meghalaya: VPP stands firm on MDC ticket allocation amid resentment appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati:The Assam Rifles on Saturday successfully rescued a group of farmers from an attack by armed miscreants in Bishnupur district of Manipur. The farmers harvesting crops in the districts Irengbam village were subjected to an unprovoked assault by armed miscreants, who opened indiscriminate fire from Aigejang village,Defence PRO for Manipur, Nagaland and Southern Arunachal Pradesh, [] The post Manipur: Assam Rifles thwarts attack on farmers in Bishnupur appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: The Naharkatia Chamber of Commerce in Dibrugarh, Assam have accused the Bir Lachit Sena of forceful money collection, extortion and hampering their business. The organisation claimed that the Bir Lachit Sena had been demanding heavy sums of money from businesses in Naharkatia on various occasions. They alleged that the money demanded was more like [] The post Assam: Naharkatia traders accuse Bir Lachit Sena of extortion appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Shillong: The crisis at North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) in Meghalaya has escalated further with the Mawlai Town Dorbar (MTD) imposing a ban on Vice Chancellor Prof. Prabha Shankar Shuklas entry to the campus. This comes amidst ongoing student protests demanding his removal. Prof. Shukla has taken a leave of absence until November 29, with senior [] The post Meghalaya: NEHU crisis deepens, MTD bans VCs entry into campus appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: The body of a 61-year-old woman, believed to be one of six people abducted from Manipurs Jiribam on November 11, was found floating in the Barak river at Lakhipur in Assam, on Sunday morning. Police are currently working to confirm the identity of the deceased. Tensions in Manipur escalated as protesters took to the [] The post Manipur violence: Abducted womans body found floating in river in Assam appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Hundreds of farmers have been camping at the Haryana-Punjab Shambhu border for over nine months (here,here, andhere). In this context, a video showing a water tanker running over several women on the road is being widely shared across social media platforms, with claims that it depicts a recent incident in Haryana (here,here, andhere). The claim [] The post An old video from Amritsar is being falsely linked to an incident in Haryana appeared first on NorthEast Now .

The attack on members of the Hindu community outside the Hindu Sabha temple in Brampton, Canada during the Diwali weekend by the Khalistanis, or the series of vandalism of Hindu mandirs across Australia and Bangladesh recently show how followers of one of the ancient Dharmic traditions on earth continue to face violence from organised faiths [] The post Beyond Religion: Why Sanatana Dharma Offers a Universal Path for All appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Imphal: The already volatile situation in Manipur has taken a dramatic turn as 19 Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLAs are reportedly preparing to resign in the wake of escalating violence and widespread protests. The decision comes after a series of violent incidents, including the recovery of six bodies from a river and the subsequent attacks [] The post Manipur crisis escalates: 19 BJP MLAs may resign amidst protests and violence appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Aizawl: The Mizoram government on Saturday urged residents to exercise extreme caution to prevent communal violence within the state, following recent incidents in neighboring Manipur. Nearly 20 individuals from both the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities have reportedly been killed in Jiribam district over the past week, escalating tensions in Manipur, which shares a border with [] The post Mizoram Govt appeals for calm in state as violence in Manipur intensifies appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Dipa Kamdar, Kingston University Around 92% of people living in the UK have used at least one over-the-counter drug in the past year. While these drugs make it possible to manage symptoms that dont otherwise require a prescription such as painkillers for headaches or cough and cold remedies they arent suitable for everyone. [] The post Five common drugs you should avoid using whilebreastfeeding appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Michael Head, University of Southampton and Jessica Boxall, University of Southampton As the UNs climate summit, Cop29, gets underway in Azerbaijan this week, the effect of climate change on human health is high on the agenda. And rightly so, amid some alarming emerging statistics. By the end of this century, climate change could be the [] The post Five ways that climate change threatens humanhealth appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: A delivery boy has filed an FIR against Assam Police Inspector Bhargav Borbora, the now-suspended Officer-in-Charge of Panbazar Police Station, who brutally assaulted him on street in Guwahati. The incident, which occurred on Friday night in Fancy Bazar, was captured on video and widely shared online, sparking public outrage. The footage shows Borbora aggressively [] The post Assam: Delivery boy files FIR against suspended police officer in assault case appeared first on NorthEast Now

Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has condemned the actions of a police officer who assaulted a food delivery boy in Guwahati. The incident, captured on video and widely shared on social media, sparked public outrage. The Chief Minister stressed that the police force must prioritize public service and respect. He emphasized that the [] The post Attack on delivery boy: Assam police must serve, protect, not assault, says CM Himanta Sarma appeared first on NorthEast Now .

New Delhi: A photo (here,here&here) showcasing a man with tattoos of Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders has been widely shared on social media. The image displays tattoos of Uddhav Thackeray and Aditya Thackeray on the mans back, while Sanjay Rauts image is inappropriately placed on his rear. A reverse image search revealed the original photo, published [] The post A viral image misrepresents Tattooed fans loyalty appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Imphal: The Manipur Cabinet has strongly condemned the recent spate of violence, including the killing of innocent civilians from both the Hmar and Meitei communities. The Cabinet has resolved to recommend to the Central government that organizations responsible for these heinous crimes be declared unlawful. The Cabinet meeting, chaired by Chief Minister N Biren Singh, [] The post Manipur Cabinet seeks to designate outfits involved in violence as unlawful appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Imphal: The Manipur government imposed a two-day internet blackout in seven districts of the state, effective from 5:15 PM on Saturday. This move is aimed at quelling rising tensions and ongoing protests by civil society organizations. A notification issued by Vineet Joshi, Chief Secretary of Manipur, detailed the affected districts: Imphal West, Imphal East, Bishnupur, [] The post Internet suspended in 7 Manipur districts amidst rising unrest appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati: The bodies of ten Manipur residents, killed in an encounter with the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in Jiribam on November 11, were finally airlifted to Churachandpur on Saturday. The bodies had been brought to Silchar Medical College and Hospital (SMCH) in Assam on November 12 for postmortem examination. Hundreds of protesters from the [] The post Assam: 10 Manipur residents killed in Jiribam encounter airlifted home after violent protests at SMCH appeared first on NorthEast Now

Imphal: Tensions escalated in Manipur on Saturday as protesters, primarily women, took to the streets in the Imphal valley districts following the discovery of six bodies believed to be those missing from the Jiribam district since November 7th. The situation took an ugly turn when protesters attacked the houses of several MLAs, including that of [] The post Manipur BJP MLAs house set ablaze amidst rising tensions in Imphal valley appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Jiribam: Normal life in the violence-hit Jiribam district of Manipur came to a standstill on Saturday as a 48-hour general strike called by the Jiri United Committee took effect. The strike, which began at 6 AM, has brought the district, already at the epicenter of the ongoing ethnic clashes, to a halt. Key demands of [] The post Manipur: Jiribam paralyzed by 48-hour general strike appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Haflong: The body of a 60-year-old employee of Northeast Frontier Railway, was found on a road near the Industrial Training Institute (ITI) in South Assams Lower Haflong on Saturday morning. According to locals, the body was first spotted by a passerby who immediately alerted the Haflong Police Station. The deceased identified as Om Bahadur Chetri [] The post Assam: Body of NF Railway employee found in Lower Haflong appeared first on NorthEast Now .

Guwahati:Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma and Union DoNER Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced foundation of the skywalk project at Mawkdok in East Khasi Hills during the Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival on Friday. Mawkdok, a popular viewpoint, is a must-stop destination for tourists during their visit to the Sohra tourism circuit, where one can witness the spectacular [] The post Meghalaya: Skywalk at Mawkdok to come up soon appeared first on NorthEast Now .