Nagaland to award 41,793 ST students with post-matric scholarships
Nagaland's Post Matric Scholarship (PMS) scheme for 2024-25 identifies 41,793 Scheduled Tribe students as beneficiaries, requiring 56.38 crore. Due to fund limitations, the initial phase will cover 22,000 students with full, one-time payments. Disbursement shifts to the National Scholarship Portal for enhanced transparency, with remaining students to be paid upon fund availability after Aadhaar authentication.
Dr Jitendra convenes meeting of Northeast Technology Institutes, emphasises enabling ecosystem
Excelsior Correspondent WOKHA, NAGALAND, June 17: Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and MoS in the Prime Minister Office, Dept. of Space and Atomic Energy chaired a high-level joint meeting of all the Technology institutes operating in the Northeast, along with key departments of the State Government, here today. During the meeting, Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized the recent breakthroughs achieved in the region due to an enabling ecosystem fostered by the [] The post Dr Jitendra convenes meeting of Northeast Technology Institutes, emphasises enabling ecosystem appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Students group urges enforcement of inner line rule in Nagaland
Committed to full ILR implementation in Nagaland, says NSF
Dimapur: The Naga Students Federation (NSF) on Tuesday asserted it is resolutely committed to ensuring the full implementation of the inner line regulation (ILR) provisions in Nagaland.It also said it will take all necessary measures to achieve this objective. In a reminder letter to the Nagaland chief secretary, NSFs inner line regulation commission (ILRC) chairman [] The post Committed to full ILR implementation in Nagaland, says NSF appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland University Interns Recruitment 2025 Walk in for 04 Posts
Nagaland University Recruitment 2025 for 04 posts of Interns. Candidates with Any Graduate Can attend the walkin.The Walk-in interview on 20-06-2025. For detailed information please visit Nagaland University official website, nagalanduniversity.ac.in.
Supreme Court Grants Anticipatory Bail to Retired Nagaland Judge in Cash Surety Case
HT Digital KOHIMA, JUNE 17: The Supreme Court on Monday granted anticipatory bail to Inalo Zhimomi, a Nagaland retired district judge, who alleged that he is being victimized through malicious prosecution. Zhimomi alleged that he was coercively retired after flagging serious irregularities in the states cash surety system within the judiciary. Zhimomi, the erstwhile Principal []
Dr Jitendra chairs Nagaland administration meeting, emphasises last mile saturation
Excelsior Correspondent WOKHA, NAGALAND, June 16: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh visited remote district of Wokha today and held a review meeting with officials and public representatives in the presence of the State Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton. The Minister emphasised last mile saturation, particularly in remote hilly areas. During the interaction, [] The post Dr Jitendra chairs Nagaland administration meeting, emphasises last mile saturation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Manipur Governor reviews Covid-19 preparedness as infections surge to 20 Nagaland Post
Manipur Governor reviews Covid-19 preparedness as infections surge to 20Nagaland Post
Nagaland Univ launches studies to explore prehistoric Naga life
New Lokayukta of Nagaland Iralu sworn in
Nagaland not frontrunner in GST collection: Official
Assam Rifles honours bravehearts in Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal EastMojo
Assam Rifles honours bravehearts in Manipur, Nagaland, ArunachalEastMojo
Nagaland appoints Nino Iralu as new Lokayukta
Dimapur: Nagaland witnessed the swearing-in of Nino Iralu, a retired district and sessions judge, as the new Lokayukta at a programme held at the conference hall of the Nagaland Civil Secretariat in Kohima on Monday. Chief Secretary J Alam administered the oath of office to Iralu, while Home Commissioner Anoop Khinchi initiated the official proceedings. [] The post Nagaland appoints Nino Iralu as new Lokayukta appeared first on NorthEast Now .
In Supreme Court Today, 'Missing Cash, Forced Retirement', And A Nagaland Judge
The Supreme Court on Monday granted anticipatory bail to a retired Nagaland district judge who alleged malicious prosecution over complaints of misappropriation of cash - i.e., bail sureties in cash - when he was a Principle and District Judge.
Nagaland University conducting archaeological research on prehistoric life of Naga communities
Nagaland University is spearheading archaeological research into the prehistoric life of Naga communities to discover climate change mitigation strategies for food security. The study, spanning the Holocene and Anthropocene periods, involves collaboration with indigenous populations and various international universities.
IMD sounds flash flood alert for northeast & south India
NEW DELHI: As the monsoon gained momentum after a two-week lull, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday issued a flash flood alert for northeast and south India. The reactivation of the second phase of the southwest monsoon may bring heavy rainfall to coastal Karnataka, Kerala, and Mahe. Additionally, the northeastern states face an increased risk of moderate to severe flash floods. The region is expected to experience heavy rainfall, potentially exceeding 200 mm, the IMD said. Experts warn that the exceptional rainfall may lead to increased surface runoff, soil saturation, and flooding in low-lying areas, which could create conditions conducive to landslides. IMD issued a red alert for Konkan, Goa, Coastal Karnataka, and Kerala, and an orange alert for the northeast. There is a moderate to high risk of flash floods in Nagaland, Meghalaya, Mizoram, and parts of Assam over the next two days. Orange alert signify the need to be prepared for any eventuality, while Red alert is for the initiation of action taken. This year, the Southwest monsoon reached the Kerala coast eight days before its scheduled date, June 1. It quickly spread over the southern peninsula, a part of central India, and northeast before its time until June 2. Later, the intrusion of warm air from the western side stopped the moisture-laden eastern wind from moving further. This caused a dry spell and heatwave in north India. Multiple systems have formed across the country. An upper air cyclonic circulation lies over the northwest Bay of Bengal, south Madhya Maharashtra and its neighbourhood, north Rajasthan, south Himachal Pradesh, and north Uttarakhand. Further, a trough runs from east MP to Bangladesh, and another trough runs from north Rajasthan to west MP. Under the influence of these systems, south, west, central, and northeast India will receive heavy rainfall. In the next few days, northwest India will receive scattered rainfall, thunderstorms and lightning, and hailstorms in Haryana. The rainfall will bring down temperatures and humidity in north India. IMD also predicted a dust storm over west Rajasthan, with wind speeds reaching 50-60 kmph and gusting to 70 kmph. In its bulletin, IMD said conditions are favourable for the further advancement of the southwest monsoon over some parts of Gujarat, some more parts of Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha during the next 24 hours, and over some parts of West Bengal, Jharkhand, Bihar, and east UP during the subsequent three days. Northwest India to get scattered rainfall A trough runs from east MP to Bangladesh, and another runs from north Rajasthan to west MP. Under the influence of these systems, south, west, central, and northeast India will receive heavy rainfall. Northwest India will receive scattered rainfall, thunderstorms and lightning.
Nagaland: NTPA demands eviction of illegal structures at Dimapur railway station
Guwahati: The Nagaland Tree Planters Association (NTPA) has urged the state government to take immediate and decisive action against the long-ignored issue of illegal land encroachment in and around the Dimapur railway station. In a strongly worded statement, NTPA revealed that several individuals and businesses had unlawfully occupied vast stretches of railway-compensated land. The association [] The post Nagaland: NTPA demands eviction of illegal structures at Dimapur railway station appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Fresh clash surfacesin strife-hit Manipur Nagaland Post
Fresh clash surfacesin strife-hit ManipurNagaland Post
Nagaland evicts encroachers from Dimapur airport land
HT Correspondent DIMAPUR, June 13: The Nagaland government on Friday carried out an eviction drive at Dimapur airport land in Diphupar village to reclaim approximately 17.9 acres of land illegally occupied by 22 individuals. A total of 24 structures, including four RCC buildings, three semi-concrete structures, and 17 thatched houses were dismantled during the eviction []
No step taken deport illegal immigrants in Manipur: CSO Nagaland Post
No step taken deport illegal immigrants in Manipur: CSONagaland Post
Duleep Trophy Goes Back To Zonal Format, Indias Schedule Announced For White-ball Series Against NZ
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: After a meeting on Saturday, the Apex Council of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced that the 2025/26 domestic will begin with the Duleep Trophy on August 28 and conclude with the Senior Womens Inter-Zonal Multi-Day Trophy on April 3, 2026. As per changes announced by the Apex Council, the Duleep Trophy and Senior Womens Challenger tournaments will now be contested between six zonal teams selected by zonal selectors. The format is a departure from the last time when the national selection committee picked the squads, and for the upcoming season, teams will be picked by the Zonal Selection Committee as per the previous tradition. The Apex Council also said the Plate Group restructuring has been introduced across age categories. As per this, the bottom 6 teams (based on the previous seasons rankings) will be placed in the plate group for limited-overs tournaments, adding that only one team will be promoted/relegated between Elite and Plate groups going forward. In the 2025/26 domestic schedule, the prestigious Ranji Trophy will continue to be held in two phases. The first phase of the tournament will begin on October 15 and run till November 19, while the second phase begins on January 22. Regarding the tournament updates, the Apex Council said the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and Senior Womens T20 Trophy will now include a Super League stage instead of a traditional knockout. In this, each team will play three games in the league, following which the top team from Groups A and B will feature in the final. As far as new tournament grouping formats are concerned, major tournaments such as the Vijay Hazare Trophy, Senior Womens One Day Trophy, and Mens U23 State A Trophy will follow a four Elite Groups + one Plate Group model. On the other hand, most junior and womens tournaments (U16, U19, U23) have been moved to a five Elite + one Plate group structure. Meanwhile, the BCCI Apex Council has also approved the venues for Indias upcoming white-ball home series against New Zealand, scheduled to be held in early 2026. Vadodara, Rajkot, and Indore will host ODIs on January 11, 14 and 18, respectively. Nagpur, Raipur, Guwahati, Visakhapatnam, and Thiruvananthapuram are the hosts for the five T20Is to be held from January 21 to 31. The five T20I matches will serve as vital preparation games for India and New Zealand ahead of the 2026 Mens T20 World Cup, to be played in India and Sri Lanka. Ranji Trophy Groups for 2025-26 season Elite A: Tamil Nadu, Baroda, Jharkhand, Odisha, Uttar Pradesh, Andhra, Nagaland Elite B: Saurashtra, Chandigarh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Goa Elite C: Gujarat, Haryana, Services, Bengal, Railways, Tripura, Uttarakhand, Assam Elite D: Mumbai, Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Delhi, Hyderabad, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Puducherry Plate: Meghalaya, Mizoram, Sikkim, Manipur, Arunachal India vs New Zealand mens white-ball series schedule: ODIs: - Vadodara (January 11), Rajkot (January 14) and Indore (January 18) India vs New Zealand mens white-ball series schedule: Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
Nagaland: Chargesheet filed against 25 in Dimapur airport land encroachment case
Dimapur: The SIT formed to investigate the land encroachment issue at Dimapur airport filed a chargesheet against 25 persons (private individuals) and is awaiting sanction against six public servantsfor prosecution from the Nagaland personnel & administrative reform (P&AR) department and the land record department as required by law. The Nagaland police, in a release on [] The post Nagaland: Chargesheet filed against 25 in Dimapur airport land encroachment case appeared first on NorthEast Now .
NSCN operative arrested in Arunachal
ITANAGAR, June 13: Arunachal Pradesh Police has arrested a National Socialist Council of Nagaland (K-YA) operative in Tirap district, an official said. Acting on intelligence input by Assam Rifles, the state polices Tirap unit carried out an operation earlier this week that resulted in the arrest of NSCN (K-YA) cadre self-styled captain Kamwang Chakhtey, SP []
Nagaland frees 17.9 acres of encroached Dimapur airport land
Nagaland govt evicts encroachers from Dimapur airport land
Dimapur: The Nagaland government on Friday carried out an eviction drive at Dimapur airport land in Diphupar village to reclaim approximately 17.9 acres of land illegally occupied by 22 individuals. A total of 24 structures, including four RCC buildings, three semi-concrete structures, and 17 thatched houses, were dismantled during the eviction drive. During a press [] The post Nagaland govt evicts encroachers from Dimapur airport land appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland University Time Table 2025 Announced @ nagalanduniversity.ac.in Details Here
The officials of Nagaland University have released the Nagaland University Time Table 2025 for BMLS/BHIM/BAOTT/BPT/BRTT. Students are advised to check the timetable to prepare for their exams.
Rockfalls disrupt traffic on NH 101 2-A along ManipurNagaland route
Imphal: Travel and transport between Ukhrul in Manipur and Dimapur in Nagaland have been badly affected for the second day, as large boulders and rockfalls have completely blocked National Highway 101 2-A near Tungjoy in Manipurs Senapati district. Officials reported that vehicular movement from Ukhrul, Tadubi, and Senapati to Dimapur via Kohima has come to [] The post Rockfalls disrupt traffic on NH 101 2-A along ManipurNagaland route appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland Cabinet Discusses Frontier Territory Demand, ILP, and Reservation Policy
HT Digital KOHIMA, JUNE 13: The Nagaland Cabinet, during a Thursday meeting, discussed a number of issues of crucial importance such as the call for a Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority (FNTA), the job reservation policy of the state, and the simplifying of the Inner Line Permit (ILP) system. Government officials C L John, Minister for []
Manipur: Bihar drug smuggler arrested, Rs 18 crore heroin seized
Imphal: The Special Cell of the Manipur police and central security forces have arrested one alleged drug smuggler from Bihar during a special operation at the Manipur-Nagaland border and recovered approximately 2 kilograms of high-grade heroin worth over Rs 18 crores in the international market. The official reported that the Anti-Drug unit of the Manipur [] The post Manipur: Bihar drug smuggler arrested, Rs 18 crore heroin seized appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Raj Bhavan felicitates Nagaland board exam toppers
HT Correspondent DIMAPUR, June 12: Celebrating academic excellence, the toppers, rank holders and achievers of HSLC and HSSLC examinations 2025, conducted by the Nagaland Board of School Education, were felicitated at Dr Imkongliba Ao Hall, Raj Bhavan, Kohima, under the aegis of Governor La Ganesan, on Thursday. In his message, Ganesan said this moment of []
Guv felicitates Nagaland board exam toppers
Nagaland University Guest Faculty Recruitment 2025 Walk in for 03 Posts
Nagaland University Recruitment 2025 for 03 posts of Guest Faculty. Candidates with M.E/M.Tech Can attend the walkin.The Walk-in on 20-06-2025. For detailed information please visit Nagaland University official website, nagalanduniversity.ac.in.
Not Shani Shingnapur near Shirdi. This Indian village also has no shopkeepers or locks. Why?
Khonoma village in Nagaland defies modern norms. Shops operate without supervision. Homes remain unlocked. The village economy thrives on trust. A recent video highlights this unique community. The Angami tribe follows 'Kenyo,' a traditional code. It instills strong values. Khonoma banned hunting and tree-cutting long ago. The village resisted British rule. Its story showcases strength and resilience.
Nagaland: Railway officials warn delay could derail LumdingFurkating line
Guwahati: Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) officials have expressed serious concerns about the uncertain future of the LumdingFurkating Railway Line Doubling Project in Nagaland. They cautioned that if the state does not resolve persistent challenges, officials may reroute the project and potentially bypass Nagaland altogether. Railway officials shared this warning with Nagalands Lok Sabha MP, S. [] The post Nagaland: Railway officials warn delay could derail LumdingFurkating line appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Mumbai: Businessman nabbed in ransom twist
During the probe, investigators traced the ransom call to Nagaland. A team from the Crime Branch was then dispatched to the Northeastern state, where they managed to detain all three accused. Before the situation could escalate into a local law and order issue, the team swiftly returned to Mumbai with the detainees
NECTAR opens common facility centre in Nagaland village
2 Nagaland students to attend Japan science prog
Nagaland: Centres interlocutor AK Mishra holds crucial meetings with Muivah, NNPGs
Guwahati: In a significant push towards resolving the protracted Naga Political Issue, the Centres interlocutor for the Naga peace talks, AK Mishra, held crucial closed-door meetings on Wednesday with various Naga National Political Groups (NNPGs) and also met with NSCN-IM general secretary Thuingaleng Muivah. According to sources, these discussions, held at Camp Hebron for the [] The post Nagaland: Centres interlocutor AK Mishra holds crucial meetings with Muivah, NNPGs appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland students head to Japan for Sakura Science programme 2025
Dimapur: The Union Ministry of Education has selected two government school students from Nagaland to attend the prestigious Sakura Science High School Programme (SSHP) 2025 in Japan. The authorities scheduled the programme to run from June 13 to June 21. The Union Ministry of Education, under the Samagra Shiksha Nagaland initiative, chose Shethilu Medeo from [] The post Nagaland students head to Japan for Sakura Science programme 2025 appeared first on NorthEast Now .
West Bengal at bottom of performance on solid waste management
NEW DELHI: West Bengal has recorded the lowest performance in solid waste processing under the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban, with just eight percent of its daily waste being treated. The states progress has dropped by two percent in four years. It was treating 10 percent of the garbage produced each day in 2021, when the second edition of the mission was launched. According to data available on the SBM-U dashboard, solid waste processing in Nagaland and Mizoram are still in their infancy. Nagaland is processing just one percent of its daily waste while the latters performance is nil. The dashboard states West Bengal generates 7,875.55 tonnes per day (TPD) of solid waste daily but processes only 588.65 TDP. This slow pace of progress was recently flagged during a review meeting held by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA), which expressed concern over the states inability to scale up its solid waste treatment capacity. There is decline in door-to-door garbage collection. In 2021, 100 percent door-to-door collection was reported in 2,527 out of 2,939 municipal wards. However, the latest figures show a drop, with 2,317 out of 3,008 wards currently reporting full coverage. Arunachal Pradesh and Bihar have also reported poor waste processing rates. The latest figures show that Arunachal Pradesh generates 177.78 TPD and processes just 22 percent of it. In 2021, the state was treating 25 percent of the total waste generated on a daily basis. Bihar, with a daily generation of 6,638.19 TPD, processes only 32 percent. No immediate response on performance of states from the ministry was available. In contrast, several states and union territories have achieved remarkable success. Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Chandigarh, Daman & Diu and Dadra & Nagar Haveli have reported 100 percent daily processing of solid waste.
Nagaland: Village councils urges ceasefire reforms after armed NSCN cadres attack unity village
Dimapur: The National Highway Village Councils Forum (NHVCF) of Nagaland, a body comprising 13 villages, has written to the interlocutor for Naga peace talks, AK Misra, demanding the strict implementation of the ceasefire ground rules and rectification of their defects. In a memorandum to Misra dated June 9, NHVCF convener Sebastian Zumvu and Vika H [] The post Nagaland: Village councils urges ceasefire reforms after armed NSCN cadres attack unity village appeared first on NorthEast Now .
NPSC Typist Grade II Result 2025: The Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC) has officially released the NPSC Typist Grade II Result 2025. Candidates who appeared for the examination can now view their results online through the official website npsc.nagaland.gov.in.
Singer-songwriter Abdon Mechs inspiring journey from Nagaland to Budapest
Abdon Mech on how the Artisjus Songbook Camp in Budapest brought the best out of him.
Nagaland University researchers propose policies to revive polluted Dhansiri River
Dimapur: Researchers fromNagaland Universityhave developed policy proposals to revive Dhansiri, a major river in the Northeast, after studying its pollution status across all four seasons of the year. According to a varsity release on Monday, this study concentrated on a largely neglected river system in the region and addresses a significant research gap by emphasising [] The post Nagaland University researchers propose policies to revive polluted Dhansiri River appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland: NSCN-K (Niki) calls for united Naga front to resolve political problem
Dimapur: In a significant appeal aimed at finding a lasting solution to the protracted Naga political problem, Niki Sumi, President of the NSCN-K (Niki) faction, on Monday urged the creation of a common Naga platform. Speaking at a press conference in Dimapur on Monday, he suggested inviting the Government of India, which remains firm on [] The post Nagaland: NSCN-K (Niki) calls for united Naga front to resolve political problem appeared first on NorthEast Now .
A wreath laying ceremony was conducted at Maram on Saturday to honour the supreme sacrifice of lance naik GD Bhakta Bahadur Thapa, who laid down his life while fighting insurgents during an operation at Rezenhima in Nagaland on this day in 1962 As part of the event, wreaths were laid by attendees remembering the supreme sacrifice of the soldier A one minute silence was also observed during the ceremony Source Chronicle News Service
NIA arrests three insurgents for deadly attack on security forces in Manipur nagalandpost.com
NIA arrests three insurgents for deadly attack on security forces in Manipurnagalandpost.com
Nagaland Congress slams Rural Dept over alleged MGNREGA fund scam
Dimapur: The Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) on Sunday expressed outrage and concern over the alarming reports of alleged unauthorised and illegal deductions from the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) funds, allocated to beneficiaries across the state, by the state rural development department. The NPCC condemned the rural development department for presiding [] The post Nagaland Congress slams Rural Dept over alleged MGNREGA fund scam appeared first on NorthEast Now .
This Indian state has maximum non vegetarian population, itsnameis...
has a rich tradition of vegetarian food and is the world's top country in the list of nations with the most vegetarian population. However, the state which has the highest population of non-vegetarians is the northeastern state of Nagaland.
New fish preservation zone established on Nagalands Meguiki river
Dimapur: Recognizing the urgent need to combat overexploitation, the Tening Village Youth Organization and Nsong Youth Organization, with leadership from Nagalands EAC Tening, Ihoilung Chuilo, declared a joint fish preservation zone on June 5. Held at the Meguiki River main bridge, this initiative aims to secure vital fish habitats, stated a press statement. EAC Chuilo [] The post New fish preservation zone established on Nagalands Meguiki river appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Protest in Moreh against arrest of top KNA leader nagalandpost.com
Protest in Moreh against arrest of top KNA leadernagalandpost.com
Nagaland: CBI arrests ex-PNB manager, firm owner in Dimapur bribery case
Dimapur: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested a former senior manager of Punjab National Bank (PNB)s Dimapur branch and the proprietor of a Dimapur-based private firm for their alleged involvement in a bribery case. CBI made the arrest from Guwahati, Assam, and Dimapur, Nagaland, following a case registered by the CBI on June [] The post Nagaland: CBI arrests ex-PNB manager, firm owner in Dimapur bribery case appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland Jobs : Nagaland University Recruitment 2025
Applications are invited for recruitment of various technical positions or jobs in Nagaland University in 2025. Nagaland University is inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to the posts or jobs of Project Associate and also Project Assistant for the project Scientific Study of Zabo farming system: A farmer-managed Traditional Irrigation System (FMTS) under Hill [] The post Nagaland Jobs : Nagaland University Recruitment 2025 appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland: GB Union Dimapur urges offline ILP application facility
Dimapur: The GB Union Dimapur (Sadar) on Friday urged the Dimapur district administration of Nagaland to allow offline application for Inner Line Permit (ILP) in the district. In a letter to Dimapur DC, president of the GBs (village chiefs) union W Kholie Kapfo and general secretary T Onen Jamir said cited practical difficulty in obtaining [] The post Nagaland: GB Union Dimapur urges offline ILP application facility appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland CM inaugurates State Emporium, calls for preservation of Naga tribal heritageThe Assam Tribune
Bihar Records Lowest Sex Ratio At 891, Nagaland Tops List With 1,068
Infant deaths increased slightly to 1.43 lakh in 2022 from 1.36 lakh in 2021. Urban areas saw 81.5 per cent of these.
IDPs of Manipur stage protest against eviction notice nagalandpost.com
IDPs of Manipur stage protest against eviction noticenagalandpost.com
Nagaland gets run-of-the-river power project
Nagaland observes Environment Day with plastic-free campaign
Nagaland varsity signs pact with RIS for research collab
Nagaland University signs MoU with MEA think tank RIS for global research
Dimapur: Nagaland University has solidified its commitment to global research and development by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Research and Information System for Developing Countries (RIS), an autonomous think tank under the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). This landmark agreement makes Nagaland University one of only 23 Indian universities to collaborate with RIS, [] The post Nagaland University signs MoU with MEA think tank RIS for global research appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Naga body bans hunting of endangered Hoolock Gibbons & Hornbills
Imphal: A significant call to action has been made for the protection and conservation of endangered wildlife species in Manipurs Naga-inhabited districts, particularly those bordering Assam, Nagaland, and Myanmar. The Tangkhul Naga Awung Long (TNAL), the apex body of the Tangkhul Naga community, has officially announced a comprehensive ban on the hunting, poaching, killing, trade, [] The post Manipur: Naga body bans hunting of endangered Hoolock Gibbons & Hornbills appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland University has released an official notification for the recruitment of 04 Research Assistant and Field Investigator posts, and interested as well as eligible candidates can apply offline through the official Nagaland University website by submitting their application form on or before 25-06-2025.
Forest fires surge in Northeast India due to climate variability, shows study
BHUBANESWAR: Forest fire has emerged as the latest threat to the lush, green expanse of Northeast India, often called the Seven Sister States. A new scientific study has revealed an alarming rise in the intensity of forest fires in this ecologically fragile region due to climate variability. A team of climate and geospatial experts from India and Brazil have mapped over 3.6 lakh fire incidents across Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Tripura during 2001-2022 and analysed active fire points by using NASAs MODIS satellite, linking fire patterns to climatic factors like temperature, rainfall, solar radiation, and wind speed. Approximately 80% of annual forest fires were observed between March and April, with the years 2006, 2007, 2009, and 2010 marked by anomalously high fire incidences. Fire events were predominantly recorded in woodlands, shrublands, regrowth areas, evergreen forests, and cropland mosaics. The highest frequency of fire occurrences was reported in 2009, contributing 7.40% to the overall. This was closely followed by 2006, which contributed 7.34%. Among the Seven Sister States, Mizoram experienced the highest number of fire incidents, accounting for 24.2% of the total 3,60,383 incidents recorded during last two decades. It was followed by Assam (19.8%), Manipur (16.3%), Nagaland (11.8%), Arunachal Pradesh (9.1%) and Tripura (6.6%). The study has identified a strong correlation between fire occurrence and climatic factors, particularly low rainfall and high solar radiation. It is a vicious cycle. As climate change intensifies, we see more extreme dry spells and hotter conditions, which in turn trigger more frequent and intense fires, said lead researcher of the study Manoranjan Mishra, a professor of Geography at Fakir Mohan University. The data revealed that March experiences the highest frequency of forest fires, accounting for 61.97% of the total recorded incidents. April follows with 18.13% of occurrences, and February with 10.12%. The analysis showed a significant concentration of forest fires between January and April, with March witnessing the peak in fire incidents, comprising nearly two-thirds of the annual total. However, there is a silver lining. Since 2010, fire frequency has shown a slight decline, coinciding with a modest rise in rainfall and cooling in the region. This suggests that with better water management and early warning, we can reverse some of the damage, Prof Mishra reasoned. Fire prone Forest fires are increasingly recognised as a global crisis, causing extensive damage to ecosystems, biodiversity, and economies. It is estimated that approximately 420 million hectares of global forest areas are either burned or at risk of fire annually. India experiences a higher incidence of forest fires compared to other Southeast Asian countries, with nearly half of these fires occurring in its northeastern region. Over 36% of the country's total forest area is fire-prone, with approximately 10% classified as highly susceptible. The Seven Sister States, in particular, are recognised as highly vulnerable to forest fires. Forest fires in this region not only severely threaten its rich biodiversity but also disproportionately affect over 100 tribal ethnic communities, due to their socio-economic vulnerabilities. Forests characterised as 'wood, shrubland, and regrowth, evergreen, mosaics with cropland' constitute the most extensive coverage, spanning approximately 58,717.65 sq km in the Seven Sister States. The 'evergreen mountain forest' covers 42,657.79 sq km and 'other land: mainly cropland and bare land, humid soils, inundated, flooded' areas amount to 42,271.22 sq km. Among these forest types, the category 'wood, shrubland, and regrowth, evergreen, mosaics with cropland' was found to be the most fire-prone, with a total of 1,49,416 incidents, accounting for 42.46% of the overall fire events. This is followed by 'wood and shrubland deciduous, mosaics with cropland, which recorded 57,000 incidents or 15.82%, and 'mosaics of evergreen forest, fragmented or degraded evergreen forest, with 47,170 incidents, contributing to 13.09% of the overall fire events. The study found 2006 saw the highest incidence of fires in the 'Wood, shrubland and regrowth, evergreen, and Mosaics with Cropland' forest type, with a total of 11,678 incidents. Arunachal Pradesh, which has the largest expanse of 'Evergreen Mountain Forest' (37,166.95 sq km), also shows that these forest types are the most vulnerable to fires, with a total of 10,142 incidents. A majority of the fires in Assam, Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Tripura were observed in a similar forest type. Causes and concerns The Seven Sister States region is distinguished by its ecological biodiversity, and due to its unique environmental characteristics, forest fires in this area are predominantly influenced by climatic factors. In Northeast India, a distinct temporal pattern of forest fire activity has been observed, with a peak occurring from February to May. Exceptionally high number of forest fire events was recorded in 2009 accounting for 7.4% of the total incidents recorded. The occurrence of forest fires is inherently driven by a variety of meteorological conditions, including wind speed, humidity and rainfall, apart from the solar radiation. Rainfall, acting as a natural deterrent to fire, plays a pivotal role. During extended dry spells, the risk of fires escalates, whereas regular rainfall patterns tend to mitigate this risk. Wind speed is another crucial factor, significantly influencing the rate and direction of fire spread. High wind speeds exacerbate forest fires by rapidly extending their reach, complicating containment efforts. In particular, 2009 and 2006 saw the highest number of forest fire incidents in the region. Another author of the stud, Biswaranjan Baraj swid, when they juxtaposed the rainfall data, it was found that the recorded precipitation in these years -1,711 mm in 2009 and 1,490 mm in 2006 was below the study period's average annual rainfall of 1,943 mm. The study region witnessed the most frequent forest fires during the pre-monsoon season. The data suggest that climate change has a global impact on both the intensity and spread of forest fire events and rainfall serves as a significant influencing factor in the occurrence of forest fires, he said. During the study period, the lowest relative humidity levels were recorded in 2001 at 70.60%, followed by 2006 with 72.14%, 2002 with 72.59%, and 2009 with 74.36%. Interestingly, 2006 and 2009, which recorded relatively low humidity levels, also coincided with some of the highest forest fire occurrences. In the study area, the monsoon season typically exhibits the highest relative humidity levels, while the pre-monsoon season records the lowest. Solar radiation, while not a direct causative factor, also played a significant role in influencing forest fire dynamics. It contributed to increased temperatures and the drying of environmental conditions, which are crucial in forest fire development. On sunny and hot days, particularly when accompanied by low humidity, conditions become favorable for both the ignition and spread of fires. During the study period, the highest solar radiation level was recorded in 2009 (4499.8918 KWH/sq m/ year), and the lowest in 2015 (4311.55 KWH/sq m/year). Temperature is central to this dynamic, as it directly affects the flammability of vegetation. Higher temperatures can render vegetation more prone to ignition, thereby increasing the likelihood and intensity of forest fires. The insights derived from this study are invaluable for informing data-driven policy and strategy formulation for forest fire management in northeastern India. Understanding the interplay between climatic factors and forest fires is essential for developing effective prevention, mitigation, and management approaches, tailored to the unique climatic conditions of the region, added Prof Mishra. What needs to be done: Policy recommendations The study puts forward several evidence-based policy recommendations to mitigate these growing threats Climate-smart fire management Governments should develop climate-informed forest fire models, using satellite data, wind patterns, and rainfall forecasts to predict high-risk zones. Firefighting efforts can then be better targeted and timely Community involvement. Fire prevention cant succeed without the local population. Programmes like Community Forest Watch can empower villagers to monitor fire outbreaks and manage land-use practices sustainably. Ban on slash-and-burn practices Traditional jhum (slash-and burn) cultivation, while culturally embedded, contributes to fire spread. The study calls for alternative livelihood support, such as agroforestry and climate resilient farming, to phase out high-risk practices. Early warning systems There is an urgent need for real-time fire detection using AI and remote sensing. Odisha and Maharashtra have already implemented app-based alerts like Damini and Forest Watch. Similar initiatives should be scaled across the Northeast. Forest regeneration zones The governments should demarcate forest fire recovery zones where post-burn rehabilitation, including native species planting, soil treatment, and fencing is carried out regularly.
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Nagaland CM launches INR 198.57 cr education and sports development push across state
Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio initiated a transformative phase for education by laying foundation stones for nine Lighthouse School Complexes across various districts, aiming to establish model schools with enhanced facilities. He also inaugurated six sports and recreational facilities, including stadiums and wrestling centers, to nurture talent and promote excellence across the state.
DIPR gifts rare historical photograph to Nagaland Governor
HT Correspondent DIMAPUR, June 4: In a significant effort to preserve and honour the cultural heritage of Nagaland, the information and public relations department presented a rare historical photograph to Governor La Ganesan at Raj Bhavan in Kohima on Wednesday. Adviser to information & public relations and soil & water conservation Imkong L Imchen, along []
Rainfall causes extensive damage in Nagaland
HT Correspondent DIMAPUR, June 4: The Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA) said extreme monsoon weather caused widespread damage throughout the state. In Kohima, a major land sink was reported near Kisama Heritage village. A major landslide was also reported between Kigwema to Mima to Chakhabama road. A major retaining wall also collapsed at Phesama []
Nagaland CM unveils several education, sports projects
KOHIMA, June 4: Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Wednesday virtually laid foundation stones for nine schools and inaugurated six sports and recreational infrastructure projects across the state. Under the Nagaland Education Project The Lighthouse (NECTAR) of the Department of School Education, Rio laid the foundation of Lighthouse School Complexes (LSCs) in nine districts, []
Two more die as flood batters northeast; death toll rises to 49
GUWAHATI: Two more people died in Assam on Wednesday, taking the overall death toll due to floods and landslides in the northeast to 49. Officials said continuous heavy rain has affected over 6.7 lakh people across the region. Of the total deaths, Assam accounts for 19, followed by 12 in Arunachal Pradesh, six each in Meghalaya and Mizoram, three in Sikkim, two in Tripura and one in Nagaland. The region has reported over 800 landslides so far, with Mizoram alone accounting for 675. According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), 6,79,423 people in 21 districts of the state have been affected. Cropland covering 14,977.99 hectares has been submerged. Over 1.57 lakh people have taken shelter in relief camps and distribution centres. Southern Assams Sribhumi is the worst-hit area, where more than 2.31 lakh people are affected. Cachar, also in the south, and Nagaon in central Assam are among the worst-hit districts. Floodwaters have disrupted road, rail and ferry services in several parts of the state. The Brahmaputra and several of its tributaries are flowing above the danger mark, leading to fresh inundation and damage to houses, roads and bridges. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said, We stand together with them in these difficult times. He added that the government was working on a war footing to provide necessary help to those affected. Manipur is also battling floods caused by heavy rain and river breaches. Around 1.6 lakh people have been affected, mostly in the Imphal Valley. Landslides have hit several hill districts. Jiribam district, located in the valley, is also severely affected. District Magistrate Krishna Kumar visited various flood-hit areas on Wednesday to take stock of the situation. In Mizoram, schools reopened after being shut for four days. Authorities have advised outsiders not to visit the state until June 13 due to ongoing relief and rehabilitation efforts. Floodwaters continue to trouble Arunachal Pradesh, where landslides struck several places. Officials said over 3,000 people in 23 districts have been affected. Vehicular movement remains disrupted in many areas. The situation in Sikkim also remains critical due to constant rain and landslides. The Indian Air Force on Wednesday rescued 33 people, including two US nationals, from North Sikkim, the worst-affected area in the state.
Nagaland road sinking strands over 200 Manipur-bound trucks
Imphal: A massive road sinking on National Highway 102 near Phesama in Nagalands Kohima district has stranded over 200 goods-laden vehicles traveling from Dimapur (Nagaland) towards Imphal (Manipur). In response, Manipur Drivers Association (MDA), Senapati District Truck Owners Association, Senapati District Truck Drivers Union and Manipur Gorkha Mortor Workers Union have jointly begun the processes [] The post Nagaland road sinking strands over 200 Manipur-bound trucks appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Union home secretary concludes his 2-day visit in strife-torn Manipur nagalandpost.com
Union home secretary concludes his 2-day visit in strife-torn Manipurnagalandpost.com
Nagalands agri project FOCUS completed, to benefit 1.18L households
Nagalands Fruit Man felicitated at native village
Rain, Landslides Wreak Havoc In Nagaland, Part Of NH-2 Sinks
Landslides triggered by heavy rains damaged roads across Nagaland, with crop destruction reported from some districts.
Nagaland hit by heavy rain, landslides; NH-2 collapses, cutting off Manipur
Severe rains caused a 50-metre section of NH-2 to collapse at Phesama village, disrupting transport between Nagaland and Manipur. Hundreds of trucks are stranded, prompting Deputy CM Zeliang to seek immediate restoration and an alternate route. He highlighted this as the third collapse since 2013, urging a permanent solution.
Manipur Cut Off As NH-2 Collapses In Nagaland; Rain, Landslides Cause Widespread DamageABP Live English
Nagaland: Villagers honour Padma Shri awardee Hangthing
Dimapur: L Hangthing, the recipient of the Padma Shri Award 2025 in the field of agriculture, was honoured in his native village of Noklak in Nagaland, near the Myanmar border, during a grand felicitation programme on Monday. The event was organised by the Noklak Village Council, Thang Public Organisation, and Thang Students Union, according to [] The post Nagaland: Villagers honour Padma Shri awardee Hangthing appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland University Guest Faculties Recruitment 2025 Walk in for 03 Posts
Nagaland University has announced recruitment for 03 Guest Faculty posts, and candidates with M.E/M.Tech or M.Phil/Ph.D qualifications can attend the walk-in interview on 12-06-2025; for detailed information, please visit the official Nagaland University website.
5L across 22 Assam districts affected, toll reaches 11
GUWAHATI: More than 5.15 lakh people across 22 districts are affected as Assam continued to battle the first wave of the floods. Assam and Arunachal reported one death each on Monday which took the Northeast toll to 39 11 in Assam, 10 in Arunachal Pradesh, six each in Meghalaya and Mizoram, three in Sikkim, two in Tripura and one in Nagaland. The entire region has been hit by floods and landslides, triggered by incessant rains. According to a flood bulletin issued by the Assam government, 5,15,039 people and cropland in areas of 12,610.27 hectares have been affected. Over 1.85 lakh people are lodged either in relief camps or relief distribution centres. The Brahmaputra and some of its tributaries were flowing above the danger level at some places. Lakhimpur, Cachar, Hailakandi and Sribhumi are among the worst-affected districts. The IMD has predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall at some places and moderate rainfall at most places of Assam in next 24 hours. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday inspected the flood situation in Lakhimpur. Ration, books, clothes, utensils, duplicate documents, each item will be provided by us and after the floods subside, we will also rebuild their houses, he assured through a post on X. The floods in Manipur have affected nearly 20,000 people. Continuous downpour along with overflowing rivers and breaches in embankments flooded vast swathes of the Imphal Valley. Villagers shift rice sacks to other locations and people use a boat to move to safer areas after floods in Nagaon. Official sources said 3,365 houses were damaged. The government set up 31 relief camps in Imphal East district. The Senapati district was reeling under a devastating flood. A few hundred affected people there were taking shelter in relief camps. In Nagaland, a major landslide along the National Highway-2 disrupted traffic between Nagaland and Manipur. In Tripura, the IMD issued an orange alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall over Khowai, West and South Tripura districts and yellow alert for the remaining five districts until Tuesday morning. Altogether 10,813 flood-affected people were lodged at 66 relief camps. Over 219 houses were damaged, either fully or partially, in Gomati, Khowai, Sepahijala, South Tripura and North Tripura districts.
Over 5 lakh affected in Assam floods, Northeast toll rises to 38
GUWAHATI: Over 5.15 lakh people across 22 districts are affected as Assam continued to battle the first wave of the floods. The state reported one more death on Monday which took the Northeast toll to 38 - 11 in Assam, nine in Arunachal Pradesh, six each in Meghalaya and Mizoram, three in Sikkim, two in Tripura and one in Nagaland. The entire region has been hit by floods and landslides, triggered by incessant rains. According to a flood bulletin issued by the Assam government, 5,15,039 people and cropland in areas of 12,610.27 hectares have been affected. Over 1.85 lakh people are lodged either in relief camps or relief distribution centres. The Brahmaputra and some of its tributaries were flowing above the danger level at some places. Lakhimpur, Cachar, Hailakandi and Sribhumi are among the worst-affected districts. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall at some places and moderate rainfall at most places of Assam in next 24 hours. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday inspected the flood situation in Lakhimpur. He assured that the government would take care of the states affected people. Ration, books, clothes, utensils, duplicate documents, each item will be provided by us and after the floods subside, we will also rebuild their houses, he assured through a post on X. Assam flood situation remains critical; Met Department predicts more rain The floods in Manipur affected nearly 20,000 people. Continuous downpour along with overflowing rivers and breaches in embankments flooded vast swathes of the Imphal Valley. Official sources said 3,365 houses were damaged. The government set up 31 relief camps in Imphal East district. The Senapati district was reeling under a devastating flood. A few hundred affected people there were taking shelter in relief camps. In Nagaland, a major landslide along the National Highway-2 disrupted traffic between Nagaland and Manipur. The incident occurred near the Naga Heritage Village Kisama. In Tripura, the IMD issued an orange alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall over Khowai, West and South Tripura districts and yellow alert for the remaining five districts until Tuesday morning. Altogether 10,813 flood-affected people were lodged at 66 relief camps. According to an official report, 219 houses were damaged, either fully or partially, in Gomati, Khowai, Sepahijala, South Tripura and North Tripura districts. Assam govt announces Rs 4 lakh aid for families of Guwahati landslide victims
Nagaland: All seven NCP MLAs join ruling Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party
In a significant political development, all seven NCP MLAs in Nagaland have merged with the ruling NDPP, boosting its strength to 32 in the assembly. Speaker Sharingain Longkumer approved the merger, confirming it met constitutional requirements. This move solidifies Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio's party's dominance, granting it a clear majority.
Massive Landslide in Nagaland Shuts Down NH-2, Stranding Traffic Between Nagaland-Manipur
HT DIGITAL KOHIMA, JUNE 2: Heavy rain over the last few days has led to a massive landslide adjacent to Kisama village in Nagaland, causing considerable subsidence of the road along National Highway-2 (NH-2), mere meters away from the Naga Heritage Village exit. The landslide has caused a huge section of the highway to cave []
Intel sniffs Chinas anti-India app in NE, Centre mulls ban
NEW DELHI: Giving a new dimension to information warfare, intelligence agencies have found that China is resorting to plot against Indias northeast by using a mobile app - REDNOTE - which lures users with money and other benefits to share and spread anti-national contents, sources said on Sunday. They said that following a report from the intelligence agencies, the government is considering a ban on the online application, as the residents of multiple north-eastern states, including those from Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur and Assam are seen to be targeted. The intelligence sources said the REDNOTE appeared to be an ordinary app, but a closer analysis revealed that the same was filled with fake RAW documents, disputed maps of India, doctored videos and a few pro-Pakistan contents. They said that the agencies have also found that REDNOTE has deliberately entered the mobile application market with the aim of creating mistrust among youth towards India, posting messages like Delhi is far away. It posts messages with remarks like China is closer, which is beneficial for people living in the northeast. The intelligence sources suspect that psychological operations experts from China and Pakistan have put out the app to influence the people of the northeastern states. A senior security officer said, Given the geopolitical importance of Indias northeast in terms of the countrys security, China is applying the same strategy it used earlier in Africa, Taiwan and Hong Kong to create instability. Now that the ill intent of China has come to light, the government has initiated the necessary procedure to ban it, as India had done earlier against popular Chinese apps like TikTok, ShareIt, and UC Browser, on the pretext of national security, the sources said. It is to be noted here that for the past several years China has been questioning Indias sovereignty over Arunachal Pradesh and depicted the state as part of South Tibet under its control on its maps, which has a ways drawn sharp reactions from New Delhi. India has long been accusing the countrys northern neighbour of deploying seemingly harmless mobile apps to gather intelligence, influence youth and launch propaganda war against it. It has also been noticed that Beijing repeatedly indulged in spreading disinformation to exploit ethnic differences and regional tensions in states like Manipur, Assam and Nagaland by using provocative messages to instill separatist sentiments among the people of northeastern states. Even the Chinese state media, Global Times, runs aggressive editorials targeting Indian policies, mocking democratic governance and promoting narratives focusing on Chinese superiority over India.
Rains continue to pound NE; toll in flash floods, landslides jumps to 34
GUWAHATI: Monsoon rains continued to trigger widespread landslides and flash floods in Northeast, taking death toll to 34 on Sunday, officials said. The first wave of the floods in Assam, triggered by incessant rains, affected over 3.64 lakh people across 19 districts and disrupted road transport and train services. Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Tripura and Sikkim have been also affected by the rains. Four persons -- two in Assam and one each in Mizoram and Tripura died on Sunday which took the Northeast toll to 34. Ten people died in Assam, nine in Arunachal, six each in Meghalaya and Mizoram, two in Tripura and one in Nagaland. Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday spoke with Assam, Arunachal, Sikkim chief ministers and Manipur Governor to take stock of the situation. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said Shah offered all possible assistance to deal with the situation. I have briefed him on the measures being taken and we are grateful for his concern and support, Sarma said. He cautioned people that heavy rainfall in Arunachal Kibithoo (17 cm), Hayuliang (15 cm), Kalaktang (10 cm) might lead to a sharp rise in the river water levels downstream. Assam is already witnessing intense rain in Silchar (42 cm), Karimganj (35 cm) and Hailakandi (30 cm). People living in low-lying and riverbank areas are advised to stay alert and follow local advisories, he said. The Northeast Frontier Railway cancelled several trains as rainwater submerged tracks in the Karimganj section of Barak Valley. In Sikkim, nearly 1,500 tourists were stranded as roads were blocked following landslides. The rains disrupted the search for nine missing tourists from Odisha and West Bengal. Their vehicle had fallen into river Teesta, 1,000 ft below, recently. There were altogether 11 occupants in the vehicle and two were rescued. The Indian Air Force (IAF) rescued 14 people who were stranded in the middle of flooded Bomjir river in Lower Dibang Valley of Arunachal. The IAF pressed into service an Mi 17 helicopter following requests from Arunachal and Assam governments. The floods in Manipur affected over 3,800 people and damaged at least 883 houses. Imphal East district suffered maximum damage. Some major rivers breached embankments, flooding vast swathes of the state capital Imphal and surrounding localities. The floods in Tripura affected over 1,300 families. Chief Minister Manik Saha said the flood-affected people in the West Tripura district were being moved to safer areas. He said the administration was helping the marooned everywhere. Mizoram reported landslides and landslips from 211 locations which disrupted road travel. Sixty houses collapsed. Damages were also reported from parts of Meghalaya.
Northeast rains: Over 3.64 lakh affected in Assam, 1,500 tourists stranded in Sikkim
GUWAHATI: The first wave of the floods in Assam, triggered by incessant rains, affected over 3.64 lakh people across 19 districts and disrupted road transport and train services. Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Tripura and Sikkim have also been affected by the rains. Four persons two in Assam and one each in Mizoram and Tripura died on Sunday which took the Northeast toll to 34 10 in Assam, nine in Arunachal, six each in Meghalaya and Mizoram, two in Tripura and one in Nagaland. Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday spoke with Assam, Arunachal, Sikkim Chief Ministers and Manipur Governor to take stock of the situation. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said Shah offered all possible assistance to deal with the situation. I have briefed him on the measures being taken and we are grateful for his concern and support, Sarma said. He cautioned people that heavy rainfall in Arunachal Kibithoo (17 cm), Hayuliang (15 cm), Kalaktang (10 cm) might lead to a sharp rise in the river water levels downstream. Assam is already witnessing intense rain in Silchar (42 cm), Karimganj (35 cm) and Hailakandi (30 cm). People living in low-lying and riverbank areas are advised to stay alert and follow local advisories, he said. Assam govt announces Rs 4 lakh aid for families of Guwahati landslide victims The Northeast Frontier Railway cancelled several trains as rainwater submerged tracks in the Karimganj section of Barak Valley. In Sikkim, nearly 1,500 tourists were stranded as roads were blocked following landslides. The rains disrupted the search for nine missing tourists from Odisha and West Bengal. Their vehicle had fallen into river Teesta, 1,000 ft below, recently. There were altogether 11 occupants in the vehicle and two were rescued. The Indian Air Force (IAF) on Sunday rescued 14 people who were stranded in the middle of flooded Bomjir river in Lower Dibang Valley of Arunachal. The IAF pressed into service an Mi 17 helicopter following requests from Arunachal and Assam governments. The floods in Manipur affected over 3,800 people and damaged at least 883 houses. Imphal East district suffered maximum damage. Some major rivers breached embankments, flooding vast swathes of the state capital Imphal and surrounding localities. The floods in Tripura affected over 1,300 families. Chief Minister Manik Saha said the flood-affected people in the West Tripura district were being moved to safer areas. He said the administration was helping the marooned everywhere. Mizoram reported landslides and landslips from 211 locations which disrupted road travel. Sixty houses collapsed. Damages were also reported from parts of Meghalaya. Heavy rain continues to batter Assam, disrupting train services and road transport
NCP's Nagaland MLAs join Riu govt: There was unease over work not getting done, admits Ajit Pawar
Ajit Pawar stated that seven NCP MLAs in Nagaland defected to the ruling NDPP due to dissatisfaction with their work progress. These MLAs had previously aligned with Ajit Pawar after the NCP split in Maharashtra. Their move increases the NDPP's strength in the Nagaland Assembly, reflecting underlying unease among the legislators regarding their effectiveness within the coalition.
31 killed in flash floods, landslides over two days as heavy rains pound Northeast
GUWAHATI: At least 31 people have been killed as heavy rain triggered flash floods, landslides and widespread devastation across northeastern states. Over the past 48 hours, nine deaths each were reported from Assam and Arunachal Pradesh, six from Meghalaya, five from Mizoram and one each from Nagaland and Tripura. Seven people had lost their lives when a landslide struck their vehicle and it fell into a deep gorge in Arunachal. The deceased, including four children and two pregnant women, were from two families. The incident occurred on the Bana-Seppa Road in East Kameng district late Friday night when the victims were travelling from Bana to East Kameng district headquarters Seppa. A second passenger vehicle narrowly escaped after being caught in the same landslide. In another incident of landslide, two labourers died in the states Lower Subansiri district. Two others were rescued. The incident occurred along the Ziro-Kamle Road. In Mizoram, five refugees from Myanmar were swept away by flash floods in the Champhai district. Two were later rescued but three lost their lives. In another incident, a man died when a landslide struck his house in Serchhip district. Another person had died on Friday morning in an incident of wall collapse. The Lawngtlai district was also hit by multiple landslides in which a hotel and some houses collapsed. Two persons were trapped in the debris of the hotel but both were rescued. Heavy rain continues to batter Assam, disrupting train services and road transport The nine deaths in Assam were reported from Guwahati, Golaghat and Lakhimpur. The deaths were caused by landslides and flash floods. Flash floods severely hit Guwahati, disrupting vehicular traffic and throwing daily life out of gear. Over 78,000 residents have been affected in more than 15 districts. The six in Meghalaya died in landslides, tree fall, lightning and drowning. Manipur was also hit by landslides and flash floods. The rainwater inundated vast areas of the Imphal Valley. Some rivers in Manipur and Assam are in a spate, flowing above the danger level. Several states in the region have advised people to avoid unnecessary travel and stay at home.
All 7 NCP MLAs in Nagaland merge with NDPP, give CM Rio absolute majority in assembly
Northeast landslides, flash floods kills 24
GUWAHATI : At least 24 people have been killed in last 24 hours as heavy rain triggered flash floods, landslides and widespread devastation across the northeastern states. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red alerts for the states, warning of more downpours in the coming days. According to officials, 18 deaths were reported on Saturday nine from Arunachal Pradesh, five from Assam and four from Mizoram. On Friday, six people died three in Meghalaya and one each in Nagaland, Mizoram and Tripura. Officials in Arunachal said seven people lost their lives when a landslide struck their vehicle, and it fell into a deep gorge. The deceased, including four children and two pregnant women, were from two families. The incident occurred on the Bana-Seppa Road in East Kameng district late Friday night when the victims were travelling from Bana to East Kameng district headquarters, Seppa. All the bodies were recovered by rescue teams following efforts through the night. A second passenger vehicle narrowly escaped after being caught in the same landslide. In another incident of a landslide, two labourers died in the states Lower Subansiri district. Two others were rescued. The incident occurred along the Ziro-Kamle Road. The torrential rains hit several districts of the state. Extensive damage was reported from the Upper Subansiri district, officials said. NDRF personnel and others move through a waterlogged road aboard a rescue boat to distribute relief material to affected people at an area inundated with rainwater after heavy rainfall, in Guwahati, Assam, Saturday, May 31, 2025 In Mizoram, five members of a family were swept away by flash floods in Champhai district. Two were later rescued, but three lost their lives. The victims were said to be refugees from Myanmar. In another incident in Serchhip, a man died when a landslide struck his house. Lawngtlai district was also hit by multiple landslides, in which a hotel and some houses collapsed. Two people were trapped in the debris of the hotel, but both were rescued. Landslides struck three localities of Guwahati in Assam, killing five people, including children, the Assam State Disaster Management Authority said in a bulletin. The roads in Guwahati turned into rivers, disrupting vehicular traffic and throwing daily life out of gear. Guwahati and Silchar are facing urban floods with rapid rise of floodwaters in urban areas due to limited infiltration and heavy rainfall events, affecting more than 10,000 people. Several relief camps have been set up for those displaced. Five revenue circles in three districts, including Kamrup, Kamrup Metro, and Cachar, have been affected by the urban flood. 10,150 have been affected, and two relief camps have been established. Five deaths due to landslides in Kamrup Metro have been reported in the last 24 hours, an official said. Educational institutions in Mizoram have remained shut since Thursday. Similarly, schools and colleges in Guwahati remained closed on Saturday. The Manipur government said incidents of landslides were reported from the hill districts of Tamenglong, Ukhrul, Noney and Pherzawl. Following incessant rainfall for the past four days, the water level of other major rivers such as the Nambul, Iril, and Nambol is also flowing at warning levels.
