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Guwahati, September 22: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday said members of minority communities have supported the BJP in the past and claimed that the party receives votes from Muslim-majority areas of the Nagaon Lok Sabha constituency. Speaking to reporters in Diphu ahead of the October 6 Nagaon Lok Sabha bypoll, Sarma cited... The post Minority Community Votes For BJP: Assam CM Himanta On Nagaon Bypoll first appeared on Northeast Today .

Guwahati, September 22: The Congress on Tuesday alleged that a planned attack was carried out on the convoy of Assam Pradesh Congress Committee president Gaurav Gogoi and party in-charge Bhupesh Baghel during campaigning for the Nagaon Lok Sabha bypoll, and demanded an independent probe into the incident. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh described... The post A Planned Murderous Attack: Assam Congress Accuses BJP After StonePelting On Nagaon Convoy first appeared

Kohima, September 22: A team from the Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC) on Tuesday briefed Governor Nand Kishore Yadav on the commissions functioning, examination activities, Departmental Promotion Committee (DPC) proceedings, achievements, challenges and future plans, an official statement said. During the briefing, the NPSC highlighted revisions to the syllabi and examination patterns for the Nagaland... The post Governor Nand Kishore Yadav Reviews Working Of Nagaland Public Service Co

Itanagar, September 22: Sikkimese rapper Ugen Namgyal Bhutia, popularly known as UNB (Ugen Namgyal Bhutia), was allegedly attacked by a group of eight to 10 men near Tiwari Gaon in Arunachal Pradeshs Lower Dibang Valley district on Monday while returning from the Anini Winter Festival 5.0 UNB had performed as the Day 1 headliner at... The post Sikkim Rapper UNB Allegedly Attacked By Group Of Men In Arunachal Pradesh first appeared on Northeast Today .

Itanagar, September 22: The Arunachal Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC), under president Bosiram Siram, has constituted a state-level fact-finding committee to examine hydropower projects in the state, with particular focus on the proposed Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP) and ongoing Pre-Feasibility Report (PFR) activities in parts of Siang and Upper Siang districts. According to the APCC,... The post Siang Deserves Facts, Not Competing Narratives: Arunachal Congress Forms Fact-Finding Pa

Itanagar, September 22: The Final Electoral Rolls for all three ST Assembly Constituencies in Arunachal Pradeshs Tawang district were formally published on Tuesday, September 22, following the completion of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Electoral Rolls, 2026, with July 1, 2026, as the qualifying date. The revision was conducted in accordance with the schedule... The post Final Electoral Rolls Published For Three ST Assembly Seats In Arunachals Tawang first appeared on Northeast Today .

Imphal, September 22: Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Nemcha Kipgen on Tuesday condemned the reported killing of 17-year-old N.K. Wiphenbou in Tamenglong district, calling the death of the teenager deeply distressing and stressing that the safety of innocent civilians must be protected at all times. Wiphenbou, son of N.K. Maihinlakbou of Upper Takou village under Tamei... The post Manipur Deputy CM Nemcha Kipgen Condemns Killing Of 17-Year-Old In Tamenglong, Demands Probe first appeared on Northea

The second edition of the Itanagar Premier Football League (INAL 2.0) will kick off from October 10, 2026, at the Golden Jubilee Outdoor Stadium. To review preparedness, a coordination meeting was held between the Papum Pare district administration led by Deputy Commissioner Mamu Hage and the INAL team led by Chairman Okit Palling. Officials from... The post Arunachal: INAL 2.0 From Oct 10 At Golden Jubilee Stadium; Admin Holds Coordination Meet first appeared on Northeast Today .

Itanagar, September 22: Arunachal Pradesh Rajya Sabha MP Tai Tagak visited the RIWATCH Campus and Museum at Khinjili in Lower Dibang Valley district, where he reviewed the organisations work in research, documentation and community outreach. During the visit, Tagak interacted with APPSC aspirants enrolled under the RIWATCH-Jnana Prabodhini coaching initiative and held discussions with the... The post Arunachal MP Tai Tagak Visits RIWATCH Campus, Backs Proposed Indigenous Heritage University firs

Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) Tai Tagak visited the RIWATCH Campus and Museum at Khinjili in Lower Dibang Valley district. During the visit, the MP interacted with APPSC aspirants enrolled under the RIWATCH-Jnana Prabodhini coaching initiative and engaged with the research team on its ongoing projects related to research, documentation and community outreach. Appreciating RIWATCHs... The post Arunachal: MP Tai Tagak Visits RIWATCH Museum At Khinjili, Extends Support To UWATCH Proposal first

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh held a consultative meeting with former Autonomous District Council (ADC) members, Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho, Hill Areas Committee (HAC) chairman and MLA Dinganglung Gangmei, MLA Kumo Sha and former ADC chairpersons to discuss grassroots development in the states hill districts. The discussions focused on strengthening development initiatives at... The post Manipur CM Holds Meeting With Former ADC Members, Hill Representatives On grassroots D

The district administration on Tuesday published the Final Electoral Roll 2026 for Papum Pare district after completing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) with July 1, 2026 as the qualifying date. The final publication comes after inviting and disposing of claims and objections on the Draft Roll published on July 21, as per the Representation... The post Arunachal: Papum Pare Final Electoral Roll 2026 Out, 50,867 Voters Listed first appeared on Northeast Today .

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Tuesday called for collective efforts towards economic development in the state and urged people to resolve their grievances through dialogue instead of resorting to bandhs and blockades. Addressing a Seva Sankalp Abhiyan programme organised by the Imphal West district administration at Khoyathong Multipurpose Community Hall, Khemchand Singh said... The post CM Khemchand Calls For Collective Efforts To Revive Manipurs Economy, Urges Dialogue Over

Yachuli MLA Toko Tatung attended the IIT Delhi CSR Conclave 2026 as Chief Guest for the PSU Leadership Session and signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) between IIT Delhi and the Keyi Panyor Mission Plan (KPMP) 2040 for establishing a Centre of Excellence. The proposed centre will bridge grassroots planning and indigenous wisdom with technical... The post Arunachal: Yachuli MLA Toko Tatung Inks Letter Of Intent(LoI) With IIT Delhi For Centre Of Excellence Under KPMP 2040 first appeared on Northeast To

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Tuesday announced the signing of an MoU for the Ganol and Umiew Catchment Protection Project under MegARISE at Matchakolgre, New Tura. The 344-crore initiative aims to protect and restore critical water resources in the state. The catchment areas were declared protected under the 1990 Act, and the MoU formalises... The post Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma Signs MoU for 344-Crore Catchment Protection Project first appeared on Northeast Today .

Gangtok, Sep 22: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Tuesday Emphasized the significant contribution of the Marwari community to the social and economic development of the state while attending the Foundation Day celebration of the Sikkim Marwari Samaj in the presence of Governor Om Prakash Mathur. Addressing the gathering, Tamang said the Marwari community... The post Marwari Community Has Played Key Role In Sikkims Growth: CM Tamang first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, September 22, 2026: Tripuras Power Minister and Dhalai district Guardian Minister Ratan Lal Nath on Tuesday chaired a crucial meeting of the NDA alliance partners at Manu Dak Bungalow to review coordination and organisational preparedness for the upcoming Village Committee elections. The meeting was attended by BJP Vice-President Tapan Bhattacharjee, IPFT Minister Shuklacharan Noatia,... The post Anti-NDA Forces Should Not Get a Single Vote in Village Committee Polls, Says Tripura Mini

Agartala, September 22, 2026: Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Tinku Roy on Tuesday chaired a preparatory meeting at the Secretariat, Agartala regarding the 9th North-East Mini Jamboree 2026, to be organised by Tripura Bharat Scouts and Guides. The Minister said detailed discussions were held on preparations, organisational arrangements and other related aspects for the youth... The post North-East Mini Jamboree 2026 to be Held in Tripura From November 16: Minister Tinku Roy first appeared on N

Agartala, September 22, 2026: A new initiative aimed at making digital healthcare and essential government services more accessible to rural communities is set to be launched in Tripura under the banner of Digital Antyodaya Yatra. As part of the initiative, Digital AI Maa Seva Kendras will be established to bring technology-enabled services closer to villagers.... The post Digital Antyodaya Yatra to Launch Health Services at Tripura Santiniketan Medical College on Sept 25 first appeared on North

Agartala, September 22, 2026: A man identified as Chiranjit Shil alias Gedu, described as a close associate of Dhanpur Mandal President Bipul Majumdar, was detained by the BSF along with another person allegedly carrying Yaba tablets. According to sources, Gedu and his alleged accomplice, Yasin Miah, were intercepted during an operation and taken into custody.... The post Tripura: Man Detained Again with Yaba Tablets, Accomplice Held by BSF first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, September 22, 2026: Tripura Gramin Bank has advised customers to plan and complete essential branch-dependent banking transactions by September 25 in view of the proposed three-day nationwide bank strike from September 28 to 30. The bank said it is taking necessary preparatory measures to ensure continuity of essential banking services and minimise inconvenience to... The post Tripura Gramin Bank Urges Customers to Complete Essential Transactions Before Strike from September 28 first a

Guwahati, Sep 22: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma conveyed greetings to the tea tribe community on Tuesday as they celebrated Karam Puja, a festival deeply rooted in folk traditions and cultural faith. In his social media message, Sarma described the occasion as a vibrant reflection of Assams rich folk heritage. He emphasized that Karam... The post Karam Festival Presents Vibrant Glimpse Into Rich Folk Culture, Says Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma first appeared on Northeast Today .

Agartala, September 22, 2026: Tripura recorded 577 road accidents with 261 deaths in 2023, followed by 578 accidents and 226 fatalities in 2024, while the figures declined to 527 accidents and 157 deaths in 2025. In the latest figures presented by Transport Minister Sushanta Chowdhury, 134 people have died in road accidents in the state... The post Road Accident Deaths Decline in Tripura; 134 Fatalities Recorded Till August 2026: Minister Sushanta Chowdhury first appeared on Northeast Today .

Tura, Sep 22: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Tuesday inaugurated the SEWA InlandDREAM Rehabilitation Centre at Ballongre-Gambagre in Tura, West Garo Hills, and launched the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for rehabilitation centres in the state. The DREAM Mission brings together the police, health, social welfare, district administration, youth departments and local communities in... The post Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma Inaugurates DREAM Rehabilitation Centre In Tura first appea

Guwahati, Sep 22: Assam marked World Rhino Day with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma Emphasizing the states remarkable conservation success. He noted that Assam is home to nearly 80 percent of the global rhinoceros population and proudly highlighted that no poaching incidents were recorded last year. Environment and Forest Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah reaffirmed the... The post Assam Celebrates World Rhino Day; CM Himanta Highlights 80% Global Rhino Population, Zero Poaching first appeared on

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Sunday congratulated UFC flyweight champion Joshua Van Bawi Thawng, better known as Joshua Van, after he successfully defended his title against Alexandre Pantoja in their rematch at UFC 331 in Los Angeles. Lalduhoma, in a message shared on social media, praised Vans discipline and determination, noting that his victory had... The post Joshua Van Retains UFC Flyweight Title, Mizoram CM Congratulates first appeared on Northeast Today .

Manipur Congress Legislature Party (CLP) leader Keisham Meghachandra Singh met Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in New Delhi on Monday and briefed him on the prevailing situation in the state, including continuing tensions between the Naga and Kuki communities and the conflict involving the Kuki-Zo and Meitei communities. According to reports, the two leaders discussed the... The post Congress Leader Meghachandra Meets Rahul Gandhi, Raises Manipur Crisis And Need For Peace Roadmap first appeared on

Kohima, Sep 22: Electoral authorities in Nagaland have announced that nearly five lakh voters will be served notices after discrepancies were detected during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of rolls. The anomalies emerged while mapping voter details against the 2005 electoral roll. Additional Chief Electoral Officer Awa Lorin, speaking at a press conference on Monday,... The post Nagaland: Nearly 5 lakh voters to receive notices over SIR mapping discrepancies first appeared on Northeast Tod

AIZAWL, Sept 22: BJP MLA K Hrahmo has urged the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Mizoram, arguing that it would strengthen legal safeguards for tribal women, particularly in marriages involving non-tribal men. Speaking at a session held at the BJP office in Aizawl, Hrahmo emphasized the need to examine the UCC in... The post BJP MLA Hrahmo Calls For UCC In Mizoram, Cites Protection Of Tribal Women first appeared on Northeast Today .

Aizawl, Sep 22: Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Monday emphasized that strengthening institutions and delivery systems is essential for the state to meet its development targets under the Vision 2047 mission. Speaking at the inaugural session of a NITI Aayog regional workshop in Aizawl, he noted that setting ambitious goals alone would not be sufficient... The post Mizoram CM Lalduhoma Stresses Strong Institutions To Achieve Vision 2047 Goals first appeared on Northeast Today .

Shillong, Sep 22: The Meghalaya High Court has directed the state government to transfer all foreign nationals who have completed their prison sentences but remain in custody to a temporary detention centre by September 28. The order was issued on Monday by a division bench comprising Chief Justice Revati Mohite Dere and Justice W Diengdoh... The post Meghalaya High Court Orders Transfer Of Foreign Nationals to Detention Centre first appeared on Northeast Today .

Diphu, Sep 22: Assam Police seized approximately 3 kilograms of morphine valued at around 3 crore during a routine operation in Karbi Anglong district. Three suspected traffickers were taken into custody following the discovery. Officials reported that the interception occurred in the Dillai area when a vehicle bearing West Bengal registration, traveling from Manipur to... The post Assam: Morphine Worth 3 Crore Seized In Karbi Anglong, Three Held first appeared on Northeast Today .

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh has condemned the killing of 17-year-old N.K. Wiphenbou, son of N.K. Maihinlakbou of Upper Takou village in Tamei Sub-Division of Tamenglong district. According to the Chief Minister, Wiphenbou was killed by armed miscreants while travelling between Upper Takou and Tamah (Malek) on Monday. Condemning the incident, Khemchand said violence... The post Manipur CM Condemns Killing Of Student In Tamenglong first appeared on Northeast Today .