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One person was killed and five others, including two village chiefs and three Village Authority members, sustained bullet injuries in an alleged broad daylight attack by NSCN-IM cadres on Chassad village in Manipurs Kamjong district on Saturday, prompting the Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU) to demand the immediate deployment of central security forces to... The post One Killed, Five Injured In Fresh Chassad Attack In Manipur; CoTU Demands Immediate Deployment Of Central Forces first appeared o

Manipur Pradesh Youth Congress Committee (MPYCC) president Wahengbam Anand was released on bail on Saturday after being produced before the Duty Magistrate in Imphal West, a day after his arrest by Manipur Police while attempting to stage a protest outside Congress Bhawan on BT Road. Anand was arrested on Thursday when Youth Congress members attempted... The post Manipur Youth Congress Chief Released On Bail After Arrest During Protest Attempt first appeared on Northeast Today .

Guwahati, October 17: A doctor at Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) has been detained by Bhangagarh Police following allegations of molestation by a young woman who visited the hospital to show her medical reports on October 15. According to the complaint, the doctor allegedly touched the woman inappropriately, including her private parts, inside... The post Assam: Gauhati Medical College Doctor Detained After Woman Alleges Sexual Misconduct During Consultation first appeared on North

IMPHAL: Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho has called for prioritising the conservation of forests and water sources over land disputes and political aspirations, warning that forest degradation is contributing to the disappearance of springs across the state. Addressing the second conclave on Climate-Resilient Springshed: Research, Practice and Policy in Imphal, Dikho said the protection... The post Protect Water Sources, Forests Above Land Disputes: Manipur Deputy CM first appeared on N

Guwahati, Oct 17: Authorities in Assam conducted eviction drives across three districts on Saturday to clear encroachments from reserved forest land, reclaiming more than 300 hectares. The operations, carried out in Golaghat, Nagaon, and Hojai districts, affected over 500 families, officials confirmed. Excavators were deployed to demolish structures, though most residents had already vacated... The post Anti-Encroachment Drives Launched In Three Assam Districts To Clear Over 300 Hectares Of For

Pangin-Boleng MLA cum Minister Ojing Tasing on Saturday visited the Pre-Feasibility Report (PFR) drilling site at Ugeng, Riga in Siang district. During the visit, he undertook a comprehensive assessment of ground realities, reviewed the pace of ongoing works, evaluated operational coordination and ascertained the extent of damage sustained by the site during earlier incidents. Tasing... The post Arunachal: Minister Ojing Tasing Reviews PFR Drilling Works At Ugeng In Riga first appeared on Northe

Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho has urged his cabinet colleague Nemcha Kipgen to intervene in the alleged killings of Naga civilians, asking her to ensure that her husband stops the violence, amid renewed attacks in parts of the state. Dikho made the remarks while responding to media queries on a recent joint statement by... The post Manipur Deputy CM Dikho Urges Nemcha Kipgen To Intervene In Killings Of Naga Civilians first appeared on Northeast Today .

Shillong, Oct 17: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Saturday announced a grant of 30 lakh for Mawkyllei College during its 15th Foundation Day celebration at Dorbar Lyngdoh Nonglait Ground in West Khasi Hills. Of the total amount, 25 lakh will be provided to the college through the Chief Ministers Special Grant, while an... The post Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma Announces 30 Lakh Aid for Mawkyllei College first appeared on Northeast Today .

A 60 kW solar power plant has been successfully installed and commissioned at Maliney Village in Dibang Valley district. Anini MLA Mopi Mihu said the remaining village electrification and internal wiring works will be completed by November 2026. The project is a significant step towards ensuring sustainable energy and improving rural connectivity in the remote... The post Arunachal: 60 KW Solar Power Plant Commissioned At Maliney Village first appeared on Northeast Today .

The Mizoram government is exploring technical cooperation with NBCC (India) Limited to strengthen landslide mitigation measures and develop disaster-resilient infrastructure across the state. Mizoram Minister for Disaster Management and Rehabilitation Prof. Lalnilawma held a meeting with NBCC Chairman and Managing Director Dr. K. P. Mahadevaswamy at Mizoram House in New Delhi on Friday to discuss... The post Mizoram Seeks NBCCs Technical Support To Mitigate Landslide Risks first appeared on Nort

Itanagar, October 17: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Saturday inaugurated the Jang Open Library, a youth-led initiative by Tashi Gombu aimed at promoting reading habits among children and nurturing a lifelong love for books. The library has transformed a previously unused space in Jang into a dedicated learning area where children can... The post From Waste Space To Learning Hub: Arunachal CM Inaugurates Youth-Led Open Library In first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, October 17: Police detained a group of former insurgents after they allegedly blocked a national highway near Chandra Sadhupara in Baramura early Saturday morning, leading to a confrontation in which two police constables were injured. According to Tripura Police officer Sunirmal Debnath, the group comprised former insurgents associated with the National Liberation Front of... The post Tripura Police Detain Former Insurgents After NH Blockade Attempt in Baramura first appeared on North

Aizawl, Oct 17: Mari ZT Lalrithangi, a 35-year-old teacher-turned-strawberry farmer from Sangau village in Mizorams Lawngtlai district, has been honoured by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) in Rome for her remarkable success in fruit cultivation. She was named among the FAO 100 Women Heroes in Agrifood Systems and Rural Development during the World Food... The post Mizoram Strawberry Farmer Mari ZT Lalrithangi Honoured By FAO In Rome first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, October 17: Strongly criticising the BJP-led state government over the alleged use of a section of surrendered insurgents for electoral gains, Leader of the Opposition and CPI(M) State Secretary Jitendra Chaudhury accused Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha of encouraging a political environment in which road blockades and strikes disrupt public life. He alleged that... The post Tripura: Jitendra Chaudhury Blames Dr Manik Saha for Protest, Accuses BJP of Using Surrendered Insurgents During El

Agartala, October 17: Preserving a centuries-old family tradition rooted in history, the 165th Durga Puja is being celebrated this year at the residence of Tripura Finance Minister Pranajit Singha Roy. The annual worship reflects the familys enduring commitment to religious customs and rituals passed down through generations. Speaking about the history of the Puja, Singha... The post Tripura: 165-Year-Old Durga Puja Tradition Continues at Finance Minister Pranajit Singha Roys Residence first app

Agartala, October 17, 2026: A tragic road accident in front of Ambassa Police Station on the night of Thursday last claimed the life of Sagar Deb, a well-known cricketer from Dolubari, while Sub-Inspector Sushanta Mallik sustained serious injuries in the incident. According to reports, the accident occurred around midnight when a motorcycle travelling from Kulai... The post Tripura: Cricketer Sagar Deb Killed in Panchami Night Road Accident; Police SI Critical first appeared on Northeast Today .

Former Chief Minister Gegong Apang has demanded immediate withdrawal of the Pre-Feasibility Report (PFR) and removal of armed forces from the Siang region, seeking permanent cancellation of the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP). In a press statement, Apang said the peoples opposition to the SUMP has entered a critical phase and alleged that the... The post Arunachal: Former CM Gegong Apang Demands Scrapping Of Siang Upper Project, Withdrawal Of PFR And Forces first appeared on Northeast T

Aizawl, Oct 17: The Public Works Department (PWD) of Mizoram has initiated the disbursement of supplementary compensation amounting to 7.4 crore for landowners impacted by the construction of the Aizawl bypass between Sihhmui and Muallungthu. Officials confirmed that 185 landowners are set to receive the payments, with the process being carried out by the... The post Mizoram PWD Begins 7.4 Crore Compensation Disbursement To Aizawl Bypass-Affected Landowners first appeared on Northeast Today .

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Saturday said the state government would examine a proposal to declare the Loktak Day celebration a state festival. A delegation of the Loktak Day Celebration Committee, Komlakhong, led by its president Asem Sarat Singh and secretary Yumnam Shantikumar, accompanied by Mayang Imphal MLA K. Robindro Singh, met... The post Manipur CM To Examine Proposal To Declare Loktak Day A State Festival first appeared on Northeast Today .

Hnahsin Kut 2026 concludes, celebrating the States natural beauty, cultural vibrancy and community-led enterprise while opening new avenues for sustainable tourism and local livelihoods Aizawl, October 17: The 2026 edition of Hnahsin Kut, also known as the Cosmos Festival, concluded today after eleven days of celebrating Champhais natural beauty, cultural richness and community spirit.... The post Hnahsin Kut 2026: As Champhai Blooms, Mizoram Finds New Ways To Tell Its Tourism Story first appea

Gangtok, Oct 17: Dushyant Kumar Gautam, recently appointed as the Governor of Sikkim, will formally take the oath of office on October 19, 2026, at Lok Bhawan in Gangtok. The ceremony will be conducted by the Chief Justice of the Sikkim High Court. Gautams appointment was made by President Droupadi Murmu on October 12, following... The post Dushyant Gautam To Take Oath As Sikkim Governor On October 19 Amid Congress Protests first appeared on Northeast Today .

Guwahati, Oct 17: The Chief Electoral Officer of Assam announced on Friday that the state has begun a Special Summary Revision (SSR) of its electoral rolls. As part of the exercise, draft rolls will be published on November 12, while the final voters list is scheduled for release on January 4. Officials stated that the... The post Assam To Publish Draft Electoral Rolls On November 12, Final Voters List On January 4 first appeared on Northeast Today .

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a chargesheet against five individuals in connection with the recovery of an improvised explosive device (IED) planted by the proscribed terrorist organisation ULFA (I) in Guwahati, Assam, on August 15, 2024. The chargesheet was submitted before the NIA Special Court in Guwahati. According to the NIA, those... The post NIA Chargesheets Five Accused In 2024 ULFA (I) IED Recovery Case In Assam first appeared on Northeast Today .

Continuing its drive against narcotics, Jairampur Police apprehended two women with 186.77 grams of suspected heroin in Changlang district on Friday. According to police, a team from Jairampur Police Station carried out the operation on 16 October 2026 and intercepted the two accused who were found in possession of the contraband. The seizure and arrest... The post Arunachal: Two Women Held With 186 Grams Heroin In Jairampur Operation first appeared on Northeast Today .

Guwahati, Oct 17: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday alleged that anti-national forces were attempting to overthrow the government through street protests and seize power by what he described as anarchist and undemocratic means. He claimed that those unable to secure the peoples mandate were now seeking to engineer a regime change. In... The post Assam CM Accuses Anti-National Forces Of Plotting Regime Change, Prashant Bhushan Defends Call For Government Change first appeared on

Aizawl, Oct 16: Mizoram Home Minister K. Sapdanga on Friday inaugurated the e-Office system at the Police Headquarters (PHQ) in Aizawl, marking a significant step towards digital transformation and modernisation of the state police administration. The inauguration ceremony was held at G.S. Arya Mess, Police Headquarters, in the presence of senior police officials. The... The post Mizoram Police Headquarters Adopts E-Office System To Strengthen Digital Governance first appeared on Northeast Toda

Agartala, October 16: The Fisheries Department will sell around 10,170 kg of fish at affordable prices across Tripura on October 21 on the occasion of Bijoya Dashami, with supplies increased this year in view of rising demand. Announcing the initiative at a press conference at the Secretariat on Friday, S. Prabhu, Special Secretary of the... The post Tripura: Fisheries Department to Sell 10,170 Kg of Fish at Affordable Prices on Bijoya Dashami first appeared on Northeast Today .

Aizawl, Oct 16: Mizoram has unveiled the SUMAN Roadmap 2030, a comprehensive plan designed to reduce preventable maternal and newborn deaths while ensuring dignified, timely, and quality healthcare for women during pregnancy and childbirth. The initiative was launched by State Health and Family Welfare Minister Lalrinpuii during a state-level review meeting of the Reproductive, Maternal,... The post Mizoram Launches SUMAN Roadmap 2030 To Reduce Maternal And Newborn Deaths first appeared on North

Guwahati, October 16: The Manipur government is reviewing its youth and sports policies to strengthen talent identification, scientific training, athlete welfare and youth empowerment, with a focus on creating better opportunities for the states younger generation. The Department of Youth Affairs and Sports on Friday organised a two-day consultative meeting on the proposed Manipur State... The post Manipur to Revise Youth, Sports Policies for 2026 first appeared on Northeast Today .

Guwahati, Oct 16: Two rare turtles were rescued in Assams Tinsukia district, Minister for Environment and Forests Jayanta Malla Baruah announced on Friday. One of the turtles was spotted moving along the DigboiTingraiDoomdooma road, where it faced the risk of being struck by vehicles. Local residents, with assistance from the Doomdooma forest department, intervened to... The post Two Rare Turtles Rescued In Assams Tinsukia District first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, October 16, 2026: In an effort to check onion price fluctuations and meet the rising demand during the festive season, the Centre has initiated a special rail-based supply operation to Tripura, with approximately 440 metric tonnes of onions scheduled to reach Agartala by October 18. The consignment is being transported under the Price Stabilization... The post First Kanda Express to bring 440 MT of onions to Tripura by Oct 18 first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, October 16: Tripura is set to witness 3,047 Durga Puja celebrations this year, marking an increase of 50 over the 2,997 pujas recorded in 2025, according to official figures released up to 4 pm on Friday. Of the total celebrations, 971 will be held in urban areas and 2,076 in rural areas across the... The post Tripura Sees Rise in Durga Puja Count, 3,047 Celebrations Planned first appeared on Northeast Today .

Imphal, October 16: Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Friday assured a delegation of the Maram Students Union that key developmental issues concerning the Maram community would be taken up on a priority basis. The chief minister met the delegation, led by union president Ngouning Mathew, at his Secretariat in Babupara, Imphal, where they... The post Manipur CM Assures Priority To Maram Communitys Development Projects first appeared on Northeast Today .

Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister and Home (Police) Minister Prestone Tynsong has urged the Voice of the People Party (VPP) to approach him directly over the delay in appointing a new Director General of Police (DGP), rather than raising the issue through the media. Tynsong said the state government was following the prescribed procedures involving the... The post Meghalaya Deputy CM Tynsong Urges VPP To Raise DGP Appointment Delay Directly first appeared on Northeast Today .

Itanagar, October 16: Roing in Arunachal Pradeshs Lower Dibang Valley district will receive over 1 crore from the District Mineral Fund (DMF) to augment its existing water supply system and provide relief to residents facing a water crisis. The decision was taken on Friday by the Deputy Commissioner of Lower Dibang Valley and Roing MLA... The post Arunachal: Roing To Get Over 1 Crore For Interim Water Supply Augmentation first appeared on Northeast Today .

The Biodiversity and Tourism Management Society (BTMS), Anini, has carried out major repair and maintenance work on the Pomo Trekking Trail, restoring 17 critical sections to improve safety and accessibility for trekkers. The initiative comes as the Pomo Trek witnesses its highest tourist footfall this year, emerging as one of the most sought-after trekking... The post Arunachal: Aninis Pomo Trek Gets Major Makeover Ahead Of Peak Tourist Season, 17 Key Stretches Restored first appeared on North

A woman was arrested with a sizable quantity of suspected heroin during an anti-narcotics operation at New Kamdu village in Changlang district. The operation was carried out on Thursday by Jairampur Police under Jairampur Police Station, following specific intelligence inputs regarding movement of contraband in the area. Police intercepted the accused, identified as Shimnya Sangwal... The post Arunachal: Jairampur Police Nabs Woman With 22 Packets Of Suspected Heroin first appeared on Northeast

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Friday inaugurated the states first High-Performance Sports Science Centre in Shillong, established in collaboration with Abhinav Futuristics, an initiative of Olympic gold medallist Abhinav Bindra. The centre will offer advanced sports science, performance analytics, specialised training and rehabilitation facilities under one roof. The initiative aims to strengthen Meghalayas... The post Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma Inaugurates States First High-Perfo

Agartala, October 16: Tension gripped the Rahimpur border area after two Bangladeshi border personnel were allegedly apprehended by local residents on the Indian side of the barbed-wire fence late Thursday night. The two were identified as Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Imran Hossain and Constable Ruhit Dewan. According to local accounts, the duo allegedly arrived at the... The post Tripura: Two Bangladeshi Border Personnel Apprehended in Rahimpur, Handed Over After Flag Meeting first appeared on

Itanagar, October 16: Arunachal Pro Boxing Season 4 delivered an action-packed evening of boxing, featuring several competitive bouts and showcasing emerging combat sports talent from across the Northeast. The main event saw Arunachal Pradeshs Poken Siga face Mizorams Vanlalawmpuia in an intense 10-round contest, with both fighters battling hard for victory. Chief Minister Pema... The post Arunachal Pro Boxing Season 4 Thrills Fans; CM Khandu Promises Major Indoor Stadium For Fighters And Athle

Agartala, October 16: As Tripura gears up for Durga Puja, an art teacher from Chanmari in Agartala is drawing attention for his creativity by transforming discarded matchsticks and ice cream sticks into miniature works of art, including an intricate idol of Goddess Durga. Bijoy Debnath has crafted a miniature Durga idol using around 700 matchsticks,... The post Agartala Art Teacher Bijoy Debnath Creates Miniature Durga Idol Using 700 Matchsticks first appeared on Northeast Today .

Gangtok, Oct 16: Agapi, a women-led sustainable skincare and lifestyle startup from Sikkim, has won the Visionary Womens Award at the BEAUTY&YOU India Awards 2026, marking a significant milestone for the states entrepreneurial ecosystem. Founded in 2019 by Rinzing Choden, with Varsha Shrestha as co-founder, Agapi was recognised at the awards presented by The Este... The post Sikkim-Based Startup Agapi Wins Visionary Womens Award At BEAUTY&YOU India Awards 2026 first appeared on Northeast Today .

Kohima, October 16: The Kohima Bar Association (KBA) has urged the Nagaland Government to take immediate action against the alleged unauthorised collection of land-related charges by certain Village Councils across the state. In a representation to the government, the Association said some Village Councils had been issuing documents described as land pattas and imposing compulsory... The post Nagaland: Kohima Bar Association Seeks Action Against Alleged Unauthorised Land Charges By Village Counc

Four Manipur-based civil society organisations in Delhi have called for a fair and impartial inquiry into the sexual harassment case involving Lok Sabha MP Bimol Akoijam and students at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), citing concerns over alleged procedural lapses, leaks of sensitive information and what they described as a media trial. In a joint statement... The post Four Delhi-Based Manipur Groups Seek Fair, Impartial Probe into JNU Harassment Case first appeared on Northeast Today .

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has praised Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and the Assam Police for their relentless crackdown on narcotics, describing it as a decisive strike against drug networks. In a post on X, Shah credited Prime Minister Narendra Modis vision for a Nasha Mukt Bharat and reaffirmed that the fight against... The post Union Home Minister Amit Shah Praises Himanta Biswa Sarma, Assam Police For Anti-Drug Crackdown; 945 Arrested first appeared on Northeast Today .

Nature brings a sense of movement, softness, and character to jewellery. Flowers, leaves, vines, and petals offer endless design possibilities. A diamond necklace can translate these natural forms into elegant jewellery. Curved lines, delicate details, and sparkling stones create designs that feel distinctive yet easy to wear. Lets explore nature-inspired diamond necklace designs. ... The post Diamond Necklace Designs Inspired by Nature: From Floral Motifs to Leaf Patterns first appeared on Nor

Imphal, October 15: The Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM) on Thursday strongly condemned the alleged ambush and killing of a Kuki-Zo woman in Manipurs Kamjong district, demanding immediate military action against those responsible and urgent efforts to trace two civilians who remain missing. KIM identified the deceased as Hatneikim Haokip, wife of Jangkhongam Haokip, who was... The post Woman Killed, Husband Shot, Couple Missing In Manipurs Kamjong Ambush; Kuki Apex Body Demands Immediate Military Action

Gangtok, October 15: The Sikkim University Students Association (SUSA) has raised concerns over Dushyant Kumar Gautams appointment as Sikkim Governor, urging the authorities to review the decision in light of allegations surrounding the 2022 murder of 19-year-old Ankita Bhandari in Uttarakhand. In a press release dated October 15, SUSA called for transparency and accountability over... The post Ankita Bhandari Murder: Sikkim University Students Body Seeks Reconsideration Of Dushyant Gautams Appo

Agartala, October 15: To facilitate the movement of passengers during the ongoing Durga Puja festivities, the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has announced special train services connecting Agartala with Dharmanagar and Sabroom from October 18 to October 21, 2026. Welcoming the initiative, Tripura Transport Minister Sushanta Chowdhury expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chief Minister... The post NFR Announces Durga Puja Special Trains; Tripura Minister Sushanta Chowdhury Thank

Itanagar, October 15: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Thursday held discussions with an Oil India Limited (OIL) delegation led by Chairman and Managing Director Dr. Ranjit Rath to review the companys ongoing and proposed activities in the state. The meeting focused on oil and gas exploration, natural gas distribution and emerging opportunities in... The post Arunachal Pradesh: Khandu Meets Oil India Limited Delegation, Stresses Local Benefits From Energy Investments first appeare