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Agartala, August 11, 2026: Tripura Transport Minister Sushanta Chowdhury has urged Union Civil Aviation Minister K. Ram Mohan Naidu to intervene urgently over the withdrawal and reduction of several flight services from Maharaja Bir Bikram (MBB) Airport in Agartala, warning that the situation is causing severe inconvenience to passengers and a sharp rise in airfares.... The post Tripura Transport Minister Sushanta Chowdhury Urges Centre to Halt Flight Withdrawals, Check Airfare Surge first appea

The Kuhing Rumne Society (KRS) of Gobuk Village once again reaffirmed its commitment to environmental conservation by organising a cleanliness drive at Gobuk Village and along the YingkiongPasighat highway on Tuesday. Located around 25 km from Yingkiong in Upper Siang district, Gobuk is widely regarded as one of the most picturesque villages in the region.... The post Arunachal: Kuhing Rumne Society Organises Cleanliness Drive At Gobuk In Upper Siang first appeared on Northeast Today .

The All Arunachal Pradesh Students Union (AAPSU) has issued a strong directive to all its Federating Units, asking them to remain vigilant and mobilize members with immediate effect over the pending approval of recommendations made by the states High Power Committee on job reservations. In an official order issued on Tuesday, AAPSU said the final... The post Arunachal: AAPSU Serves Ultimatum To Govt, Threatens 12-Hour Statewide Bandh On 17 Aug Over HPC Recommendations first appeared on Northeast

In a major boost to the states agricultural sector, the Arunachal Pradesh Agriculture Marketing Board (APAMB) and the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), Ministry of Home Affairs, Govt of India, on Tuesday signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to create a reliable institutional market for local farmers. Under the partnership, SSB will procure fruits, vegetables,... The post Arunachal Agriculture Marketing Board, SSB Sign MoU To Procure Agri Produce Directly From Farmers first appeared on No

The Manipur State Power Distribution Company Limited (MSPDCL) has secured return-energy banking arrangements of up to 5066 MW during daily peak hours from December 2026 to March 2027 as part of measures to manage the anticipated power shortage during the coming winter. MSPDCL Managing Director M. Rabi Singh said the arrangement would enable the State... The post MSPDCL Secures Power Banking To Tackle Anticipated Winter Shortage first appeared on Northeast Today .

Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Tuesday met with representatives of the Mra Welfare Society of Upper Subansiri district and discussed key issues concerning border areas. During the meeting, the Chief Minister emphasized that border communities are the first line of strength for the state and reiterated that their security, welfare and development must remain the... The post Arunachal: CM Pema Khandu Assures Border Communities Of Priority In Security, Welfare And Development first appeared on North

Agartala, August 11: Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath on Tuesday said the state government will soon take steps to address the growing concerns of consumers over electricity bills, while strongly criticizing the previous Left Front government over the failure of the smart meter project. Addressing a press conference in Agartala, Nath alleged that the smart... The post Smart Meter Project Marred by Left-Era Irregularities; Govt Taking Steps to Resolve Power Bill Concerns: Ratan Lal Nath first appear

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand on Tuesday chaired a Cabinet meeting at the Civil Secretariat, Mantripukhri, and led deliberations on key policy and administrative matters, with the welfare and aspirations of the people at the centre of the discussions. The Cabinet gave careful and timely consideration to the agenda before it after taking into account... The post Manipur CM Khemchand Chairs Cabinet Meeting, Reviews Polo Tournament Preparations first appeared on Northeast Today .

The Manipur Cabinet on Tuesday decided to recommend September 2, 2026, to the Governor of Manipur for summoning the Eighth Session of the Twelfth Manipur Legislative Assembly. The decision was taken during a Cabinet meeting held at the Chief Ministers Secretariat in Mantripukhri, Imphal. In another significant decision, the Cabinet gave in-principle approval for setting... The post Manipur Cabinet Decides To Recommend September 2 For Summoning Assembly Session first appeared on Northeast Today .

kohima, Aug 11: Nagaland Governor Nand Kishore Yadav has underscored the urgent need to strengthen enforcement mechanisms and institutional capacity to effectively curb the trafficking of illicit liquor and drugs in the state. During a review meeting with the Department of Excise and Prohibition at Lok Bhavan, the governor emphasized that the department must overcome... The post Nagaland Governor Calls For Stronger Action Against Illicit Liquor And Drugs first appeared on Northeast Today .

The Takam Mising Porin Kbang (TMPK) has announced a road blockade and economic blockade against Arunachal Pradesh starting 5:00 AM on Tuesday, 12 August 2026, in protest against the recent violent incidents at Badati and Mingmang along the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border. In a statement issued on Tuesday, TMPK strongly condemned the violence, stating that... The post TMPK Announces Road And Economic Blockade Against Arunachal From 12 Aug Over Badati-Mingmang Violence first appeared on Northeast

Punjabi singer-songwriter Guru Randhawa has extended his humanitarian efforts to Assam by donating 7 lakh in collaboration with the Sikh Aid Foundation. This contribution will fund the construction of 35 permanent, flood-proof homes in the Sivasagar, Jorhat, and Nepali Khuti regions of Upper Assam, offering long-term shelter to families devastated by the recent floods. Randhawas... The post Guru Randhawa Partners With Sikh Aid Foundation To Build 35 Flood-Resilient Homes In Assam first appeared

Inner Manipur MP Dr. Angomcha Bimol Akoijam has raised concerns in the Lok Sabha over the continued extension of the Suspension of Operations (SoO) agreement with Kuki armed groups without public disclosure of its terms and compliance status. In a notice under Rule 377, Akoijam referred to the allegation made by Manipur Deputy Chief Minister... The post Manipur MP Bimol Akoijam Seeks Public Disclosure, Review Of SoO Pact With Kuki Armed Groups first appeared on Northeast Today .

In a landmark decision, the national song Vande Mataram will be sung for the first time during Independence Day celebrations at the historic Red Fort on August 15. The government has announced that this years festivities will revolve around the theme of Yuva Shakti (youth power), highlighting the role of young citizens in shaping Indias... The post Vande Mataram To Be Sung At Red Fort For The First Time On Independence Day first appeared on Northeast Today .

Shillong, August 11: The Meghalaya Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) seized 32.64 grams of heroin worth an estimated 5 lakh and arrested two persons during two separate intelligence-based operations in the Umiam area on August 10. Acting on credible intelligence inputs, the ANTF set up nakas at strategic locations in Umiam to intercept suspected drug traffickers... The post Meghalaya ANTF Seized Heroin Worth 5 Lakh In Umiam, Two Arrested first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, August 11, 2026: Tripura Transport Minister Sushanta Chowdhury has asserted that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will retain power in Tripura in the 2028 Assembly elections and form the government again at the Centre in 2029 under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Speaking to media personnel at BJP state headquarters here on... The post BJP Will Retain Power in Tripura in 2028, Delhi in 2029, Says Tripura Minister Sushanta Chowdhury first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, August 11, 2026: BJP leader and Tripura Minister Sushanta Chowdhury on Tuesday extended the partys moral support to the ongoing student movement in Jharkhand, accusing the Congress-Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) government of adopting double standards towards students demanding a transparent recruitment process and a corruption-free system. Addressing a press conference at the Dr. Syama... The post Tripura BJP Extends Moral Support to Jharkhand Students Movement, Minister Sushanta Chowdh

The Special Action Team (SAT) of Capital Police, Itanagar arrested two suspected drug peddlers during a late-night operation at Chimpu. Acting on specific and credible intelligence, the team recovered 163 grams of suspected heroin with an estimated illicit-market value of approximately 20 lakh. The operation was led by Chamrak Arun, APPS, DySP (HQ), ICR, along... The post Arunachal: 2 Suspected Drug Peddlers Arrested In Chimpu, Heroin Worth 20 Lakh Seized first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, August 11, 2026: The Directorate of Social Welfare and Social Education, Government of Tripura, in collaboration with UNICEF Office for Assam and North East States and Assam Don Bosco University, has organised a three-day residential State-Level Training of Trainers on Social and Behaviour Change (SBC) for prevention of child marriage in Tripura. The training... The post Tripura: Three-Day State-Level Training on Social and Behaviour Change for Child Marriage Prevention Begins in Agart

In a major crackdown on narcotics, security forces in Assam seized over 8 kilograms of morphine valued at approximately Rs 13 crore during a joint operation in Sribhumi district. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma confirmed the development on Monday, noting that one individual was arrested in connection with the case. The operation was executed in... The post Morphine Worth Rs 13 Crore Seized In Assams Sribhumi, One Held first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, August 11, 2026: A batch of 27 newly recruited Tripura Civil Service (TCS) officers, currently undergoing foundational training, called on Tripura Governor Shri N. Indrasena Reddy at Raj Bhavan on Tuesday. The interaction, held at 11 am, was attended by Secretary to the Governor, Secretary of General Administration (P&T) Shri Apurba Roy, IAS, ADC... The post Tripura: 27 Newly Recruited TCS Officers Call on Governor Indra Sena Reddy Nallu at Lok Bhavan first appeared on Northeast Today

The Kuki Students Organisation (KSO), Sadar Hills, Kangpokpi district, strongly condemned the alleged burning of civilian houses by suspected cadres of the NSCN-IM at Kailenjang village in Kangpokpi district on Tuesday afternoon. According to the KSO, the incident occurred at around 1:30 pm and involved suspected armed cadres. The organisation said the incident was particularly... The post Manipur: KSO Sadar Hills Condemns Burning Of Houses In Kailenjang, Demands Immediate Arrests first appeared

Security forces recovered a cache of arms, ammunition and other military-related items during a search operation at Wabagai Turenmamei area under Hiyanglam Police Station in Kakching district on Tuesday, August 11. According to officials, the recovered items include one .303 rifle with an empty magazine, one 9mm pistol with an empty magazine, three single-barrel guns... The post Manipur: Security Forces Recover Arms, Ammunition From Kakching District first appeared on Northeast Today .

Former Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) Chairman and retired IAS officer Lalbiaktluanga Khiangte, a Mizo officer, was arrested by the Jharkhand Criminal Investigation Department (CID) on Monday in connection with alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations. Khiangte, a 1988-batch IAS officer of the Jharkhand cadre and former state chief secretary, had resigned from his post as... The post Mizo IAS officer Lalbiaktluanga Khiangte Arrested Over JPSC Exam Irregularities Amid Studen

Parliament on Monday passed the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman reaffirming that Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions will continue to remain free for consumers. The Rajya Sabha cleared the Bill through a voice vote after a brief discussion, following its approval in the Lok Sabha last week. Sitharaman... The post No Charges For UPI Users, Says Nirmala Sitharaman As Parliament Clears Taxation Bill first appeared on Northeast Today

The Assam government has committed an additional 100 crore for the development of Guwahati Science City, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced during his visit to the site at Sonapur in Kamrup (Metro) district. Inspecting the ongoing construction spread across more than 150 bighas of land, Sarma reviewed progress with departmental authorities and outlined the... The post Assam Govt Sanctions 100 Cr Boost For Guwahati Science City first appeared on Northeast Today .

The flood situation in Assam has taken a devastating turn, with the official death toll climbing to 101, according to the latest bulletin issued by the Disaster Reporting and Information Management System (DRIMS). Heavy rainfall and rising river levels have left several districts submerged, forcing thousands of residents to abandon their homes and seek shelter... The post Assam Flood Death Toll Rises To 101 As Several Districts Remain Inundated first appeared on Northeast Today .

Manipur fencer and Indian Army Havaldar Moramba Laishram clinched a bronze medal in the Mens U-23 Sabre individual event at the Commonwealth Fencing Championship 2026 in Lagos, Nigeria. Representing India at the championship being held from August 9 to 14, Laishram produced a strong campaign to reach the semifinals. His key victory came in the... The post Manipur Fencer Moramba Laishram Wins Bronze At Commonwealth Fencing Championship first appeared on Northeast Today .

Imphal, August 11: Barely a day after Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singhs significant visit to Kangpokpi, suspected NSCN-IM cadres allegedly armed with sophisticated weapons attacked Kailenjang Kuki village on Monday, setting three residential houses ablaze. The attack took place between around 11 am and noon at Kailenjang, a village located in the fringe area... The post Three Houses Torched In Fresh Attack On Kailenjang Village In Manipurs Kangpokpi first appeared on Northeast Today

A day-long Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccination programme was organised at Deb Village under Sagalee Circle in Papum Pare district in collaboration with the K.T. Foundation. Around 50 Mithuns were vaccinated during the drive. The initiative aimed to strengthen livestock health and prevent the spread of Foot-and-Mouth Disease among Mithuns in the area. Speaking at the... The post Arunachal: FMD Vaccination Drive Held At Deb Village, Around 50 Mithuns Inoculated first appeared on Northeast Tod

Itanagar, August 10: As part of the preparations for Census 2027, the Directorate of Census Operations, Arunachal Pradesh, under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, organised a one-day District-Level Training Programme on the District Census Handbook (DCHB) 2027 at the Conference Hall of the Deputy Commissioners Office, Tawang, today. The training programme was... The post Arunachal: Strengthening The Foundations For Census 2027: District-Level Training Held In Tawang first appear

Imphal, August 10: Thadou Inpi Manipur (TIM) expresses its strong disappointment over the Government of Manipurs decision to invite only the Campaign for Just and Fair Delimitation (JFD) and the 14 Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) for a follow-up meeting on the outcome of the 2-Day Consultative Meeting-cum-Seminar on the Demographic Profile of Manipur, organised by... The post Government Must Pursue Census Deferment/Cancellation, Not Selective Consensus: Says Thadou Inpi Manipur (TIM) first ap

Guwahati, Aug 10: Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) Chief Executive Member (CEM) Dr Tuliram Ronghang on Monday met Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu and urged the Centre to expedite the proposed Greenfield airport in Karbi Anglong. Ronghang submitted a memorandum seeking early progress on the airport project, envisaged under Clause 5.1 of... The post Assam: Centre To Send Survey Team for Proposed Karbi Anglong Greenfield Airport first appeared on Northeast Today .

Shillong, Aug 10: Fifteen persons with visual impairment in Meghalaya were provided Smart Glasses at Lok Bhavan, Shillong, on Monday, in an initiative aimed at enhancing their independence and confidence in carrying out everyday activities. The programme was organised by the Composite Regional Centre for Skill Development, Rehabilitation and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (CRCSRE),... The post Meghalaya Governor Hands Over Smart Glasses To 15 Visually Impaired Persons, Calls For Greate

The first round of talks between the Manipur government and the United Naga Council (UNC) was held at the Senapati district headquarters on Monday, with the state government describing the meeting as a fruitful and cordial beginning to a series of discussions on the councils demands. Speaking to the media after the meeting, government spokesperson... The post Manipur Government, UNC Hold First Round Of Talks In Senapati first appeared on Northeast Today .

Pakyong, Aug 10: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang-Golay on Monday announced that the state governments Aama Sashaktikaran Yojana will be expanded to cover 50,000 beneficiaries from 2027, as he emphasized a range of women-centric welfare and empowerment initiatives. Addressing the second Aama Samman Diwas organised at Rangpo Goli Ground, Tamang said the scheme was... The post Sikkim CM announces Expansion Of Aama Sashaktikaran Yojana To 50,000 Beneficiaries From 2027 first appeared on Nort

Manish Kumar Gupta, IAS, Chief Secretary, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, reviewed the progress of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and various developmental projects at a meeting held at Changlang Headquarters. The Chief Electoral Officer briefed the meeting on the status of the SIR across Changlang district. The Chief Secretary stressed the need... The post Arunachal Chief Secretary Reviews Electoral Roll Revision, Development Projects In Changlang first appeared on Nor

The Kepang Welfare Society (KWS), Pangin Block, organised a Mass Social Service-cum-Cleanliness and Plantation Programme in Pangin Town. As part of the initiative, cleanliness and plantation activities were carried out at the PHED SE Circle Office Complex. At the General Ground, members filled and levelled the waterlogged area of the market shed to improve public... The post Arunachal: Kepang Welfare Society (KWS) Organises Cleanliness And Plantation Drive In Pangin first appeared on Northeast T

Agartala, August 10, 2026: The Tripura Public Works Department (PWD) has launched a comprehensive, time-bound road maintenance drive across the state, with a target of making roads motorable and pothole-free by September 30, PWD Secretary Kiran Gitte said on Monday. Speaking to reporters after a review meeting with senior PWD officials, Gitte said the decision... The post Tripura PWD Sets September 30 Deadline to Make Roads Pothole-Free Ahead of Durga Puja, Says Secretary Kiran Gitte first appea

Chief Minister Pema Khandu, along with his cabinet colleagues, attended the inaugural session of the Round Table of Vice Chancellors of Northeast at Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU), Pasighat Campus today. The Roundtable brings together Vice-Chancellors from universities across North-East India to deliberate on the theme, Transforming Higher Education: Innovations, Collaborations and Strategies for a Future-Ready... The post Arunachal: CM Pema Khandu Attends First-Ever Vice Chancellors Roundtab

Kohima, August 10: The Nagaland government has reviewed key issues concerning oil exploration, landowners rights, the proposed Foothill Road, and the states response to floods and landslides, Minister Temjen Imna Along said on Monday. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of a BJP programme, Along described the Cabinet meeting held in Wokha on August 6... The post Nagaland Cabinet Reviews Oil Exploration, Foothill Road And Disaster Response first appeared on Northeast Today .

Scientists from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) have recorded the rare Himalayan solitary bee Colletes bhutanicus in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh, marking its first record in India. The species was documented at elevations ranging from 1,500 to 3,800 metres in the high-altitude zones of Tawang. During the survey, the bee was observed visiting 25 species... The post Arunachal: Rare Himalayan Bee Colletes bhutanicus Recorded For First Time In India From Tawang first appeared on Northeast Today .

Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Monday inaugurated the NCC Academy Complex at Pasighat, the first NCC Training Academy in Arunachal Pradesh and only the second such academy in the Northeast after Tezpur in Assam. The Chief Minister said the academy will provide the states youth with a dedicated space to learn, train and grow under... The post CM Pema Khandu Inaugurates Arunachals First NCC Academy Complex At Pasighat first appeared on Northeast Today .

National Highway 10 at Bardangs 20 Mile stretch was brought to a standstill after torrential overnight rain swept debris and loose material onto the road, leaving it impassable. The disruption has halted vehicular movement along one of Sikkims most vital road links, which connects the state with West Bengal and serves as a lifeline for... The post Sikkim: Torrential Rain Blocks NH10 At Bardangs 20 Mile, Traffic Movement Disrupted first appeared on Northeast Today .

The flood crisis in Assam has claimed 100 lives as vast areas of the state remain submerged under rising waters. According to the Disaster Reporting and Information Management System (DRIMS) bulletin released on Sunday, the devastation has affected multiple districts, leaving behind widespread destruction and loss. The fatalities include 60 men, 23 women, and 18... The post Assam Floods: Death Toll Rises To 100 Amid Widespread Devastation first appeared on Northeast Today .