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Itanagar, Oct 6 (PTI) The Namchik-Namphuk coal block in Arunachal Pradesh was inaugurated on Monday, marking the beginning of the northeastern state's first-ever commercial coal mining operation, officials said. Union Minister of Coal and Mines G Kishan Reddy and Chief Minister Pema Khandu also performed the 'Bhoomi Poojan' of the Namchik-Namphuk Central Coal Block at Longtom under Kharsang Sub-Division. The coal block, with estimated reserves of 1.5 crore tonnes, was first allocated in 2003. ...Read More >
Itanagar, Oct 2: Two labourers were killed and three others injured when a landslide struck a construction site in Lapnan Village, Tirap district, on Wednesday. Tirap District Disaster Management Officer (DDMO) Emily Tingkhatra said the incident occurred around 11:30 am when earth cutting at the site triggered the landslide, burying the workers under debris. Rescue teams from Assam Rifles, Central Reserve Police Force, and the State Disaster Response Force rushed to the site to carry out the o ...Read More >
ZIRO, 27 Sep: The 12th edition of the four-day Ziro Festival of Music (ZFM) got underway here in Lower Subansiri district on 25 September, celebrating music, community, and conscious living. The festival continues to reimagine what a music festival can be - an intersection of global sounds, creativity, and responsible celebration. This year, the opening day of the festival was dedicated to the legendary Zubeen Garg - a fiercely independent artist whose music and spirit inspired generations acro ...Read More >
Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh) [India], October 1: Signature Packaged Drinking Water continues its commitment to eco-conscious living and harmony with nature by celebrating music and mindful experiences at the 2025 Ziro Festival. Set in the scenic Ziro Valley of Arunachal Pradesh, this year's edition saw the brand reinforce its pledge to regenerate lost mangrove cover along the Odisha coast, while also engaging attendees through the Signature Masterclass on Flow State of Mind and the Art of Cockta ...Read More >
New Delhi: India is planning a massive dam in Arunachal Pradesh as a defensive measure against China's upstream project on the Siang River. The move is intended to secure water storage and mitigate potential threats from sudden releases of water, which Indian officials fear could be weaponised. The project comes amid tensions over the $167 billion Yaxia hydropower initiative in Tibet. The proposed dam would create a storage reservoir of approximately 9.2 billion cubic metres, equivalent to four ...Read More >
INDIA -- On a football field ringed by misty mountains, the air rang with fiery speeches as tribesmen protested a planned mega-dam -- India's latest move in its contest with China over Himalayan water. India says the proposed new structure could counteract rival China's building of a likely record-breaking dam upstream in Tibet by stockpiling water and guarding against releases of weaponised torrents. But for those at one of the possible sites for what would be India's largest dam, the project ...Read More >
New Delhi. September 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the celebrations of the 100th birth Anniversary of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika at Guwahati in Assam today. Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister remarked that today is a remarkable day and this moment is truly precious. He shared that the performances he witnessed, the enthusiasm, and the coordination he observed were deeply moving. He highlighted the rhythm of Bhupen Da's music that resonated throughout the event. Quoti ...Read More >
Itanagar, Sep 14 (PTI) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Sunday extended greetings on the occasion of Hindi Diwas, underlining the role of the language as a unifying factor in a linguistically diverse country like India. Hindi Diwas is observed on September 14 every year to commemorate the adoption of Hindi as one of the official languages in India. "Arunachal Pradesh is known for its vibrant cultural heritage and diverse tribal languages. In such a context, Hindi has become a me ...Read More >
Guwahati, Sep 13 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday asserted that Bharat Ratna awardee Bhupen Hazarika's songs continue to unite India and give energy to its people. Addressing the musical doyen's birth centenary celebrations in Guwahati, Modi said his creations encompass the concept of 'Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat'. "The ideals that he lived by and the experiences Hazarika went through are reflected in his songs and the deep love for Mother India in Bhupen Da's music stemmed from hi ...Read More >
Itanagar, Sep 12 (PTI) Arunachal Pradesh Governor K T Parnaik and Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Friday congratulated C P Radhakrishnan on taking oath as the 15th vice president of India. President Droupadi Murmu administered oath to Radhakrishnan (67) at a brief ceremony at the Rashtrapati Bhawan, which was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several Union ministers. Parnaik, who attended the ceremony, extended warm wishes to Radhakrishnan for a successful tenure. He said that with h ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 18 (ANI): A team of Nand Nagri Police Station launched a special drive against individuals involved in the sale of banned 'Chinese Manjha', amid rising incidents of injuries and nabbed two siblings with 325 rolls on Friday. With Independence Day (15th August) and Raksha Bandhan approaching, the Delhi Police has launched a special drive to curb the sale and use of hazardous Chinese Manjha -- a nylon-based kite string that has caused numerous injuries and fatalities involv ...Read More >
On Friday, Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lieutenant General K T Parnaik (Retired) made a formal visit to President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi. Accompanying him was the First Lady of Arunachal Pradesh, Anagha Parnaik, who together presented the President with a meticulously compiled reference book titled 'Orchids of Arunachal Pradesh,' a release confirmed. This distinctive publication is not just a visual delight but also reflects the extraordinary diversity of orchid species ...Read More >
The blockade was called off in the afternoon after the Arunachal government promised swift action. Outrage by Mising tribal bodies in Assam over two separate incidents of youths from the community from being killed in Arunachal Pradesh while working there resulted in a demonstration blockading seven roads connecting both states for several hours Tuesday. The blockade was called off in the afternoon after the Arunachal government promised swift action. The Mising tribe has a sizeable populatio ...Read More >
The Arunachal Pradesh cabinet has approved key decisions. These decisions aim to improve technical education and internal security. Child protection measures are strengthened. Housing allocation will be more transparent. Administrative efficiency across departments is a priority. New posts are created in various sectors. These changes reflect the government's commitment to public service and citizen welfare. The Arunachal Pradesh cabinet on Friday approved a series of crucial decisions aimed at ...Read More >
ITANAGAR, 18 Jul: The Arunachal Pradesh Cabinet on Friday approved decisions aimed at strengthening technical education, boosting internal security, enhancing child protection, ensuring transparent housing allocation, and improving administrative efficiency across departments. Among the major decisions, the Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Pema Khandu, approved the creation of 34 teaching and non-teaching posts for the Government Engineering College in Toru in Papum Pare district to bolster t ...Read More >
The process formally began with a meeting of the selection committee held here on Thursday, the official said. The meeting was chaired by Chief Minister Pema Khandu, and State Law and Justice Minister Kento Jini and Mebo MLA Oken Tayeng were also present there, he said. "Their contributions and insights were highly appreciated," the official said. In his remarks, Khandu underlined the significance of thoughtful leadership and inclusive dialogue in creating robust institutional frameworks. "T ...Read More >
Jammu, Jul 18 (PTI) Senior officials of the Jammu and Kashmir government reviewed the arrangements for the smooth conduct of the 13-day-long Budha Amarnath pilgrimage in Poonch district that will begin on July 28. Deputy Inspector General of Police Tejinder Singh reviewed security in Poonch and stressed ensuring the safety of the devotees. "The first batch will depart from the Bhagwati Nagar basecamp in Jammu on July 28, moving towards the Mandi tehsil in Poonch in a regulated convoy amid full ...Read More >
Itanagar: Arunachal Pradesh govt has started the process to identify eminent individuals for the proposed Administrative Reforms Commission (ARC), reports Joken Ete.On Thursday, CM Pema Khandu chaired a meeting of the selection committee to kick start the process, along with law and justice minister Kento Jini and Mebo MLA Oken Tayeng. Jini and Tayeng gave suggestions, which were actively considered during the discussions. Speaking at the meeting, Khandu emphasised the importance of principled l ...Read More >
Guwahati: To further strengthen internal security, the Arunachal Pradesh government on Friday decided to raise another Arunachal Armed Police Battalion (AAPBN). This was announced after the state cabinet approved the raising of another AAPBN for additional security in the state. The cabinet meeting was chaired by chief minister Pema Khandu. The new AAPBN would be the India Reserve (IR) battalion and it can be deployed in any state of the country, if the MHA requires. Officials from the CMO off ...Read More >
Hyderabad, July 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Friday urged his Andhra Pradesh counterpart, N. Chandrababu Naidu, not to obstruct Telangana's irrigation projects He appealed to the neighbouring state not to obstruct Telangana's crucial irrigation initiatives, including the Palamuru-Rangareddy Lift Irrigation Scheme, as well as the Dindi, Kalwakurthy, Bheema, Nettempadu, and Koilsagar projects. "We demand Andhra Pradesh not to block our projects. We seek cooper ...Read More >
Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh), July 18 (ANI): In a move to enhance internal security infrastructure in Arunachal Pradesh, the state Cabinet on Friday approved the raising of the 6th Indian Reserve Battalion (IRBn). The decision was taken state Cabinet meeting held in Itanagar on Friday under chairmanship of Chief Minister Pema Khandu. Arunachal Pradesh shares a border with China. Also Read | Is There Sunday Mega Block on July 20, 2025? Will Mumbai Local Train Services Be Affected on Central, We ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Punjab Governor and Chandigarh Administrator, Gulab Chand Kataria, on Friday discussed critical developmental issues concerning Chandigarh and Punjab, particularly in areas of public transport, tourism infrastructure, and environmental sustainability, with Union ministers here. At a meeting with Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal Khattar, the Governor raised the pending matter regarding the sanctioning of 328 electric buses for Chandigarh unde ...Read More >
Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh), July 18 (ANI): In a move to enhance internal security infrastructure in Arunachal Pradesh, the state Cabinet on Friday approved the raising of the 6th Indian Reserve Battalion (IRBn). The decision was taken state Cabinet meeting held in Itanagar on Friday under chairmanship of Chief Minister Pema Khandu. Arunachal Pradesh shares a border with China. Arunachal Pradesh currently has two State Armed Police Battalions (1st AAPBN and 2nd AAPBN) and five IR Battalions. ...Read More >
Itanagar, Jul 18 (PTI) The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has sanctioned Rs 4,613 crore for 485 infrastructure projects across Arunachal Pradesh. These projects, supported under the Rural Infrastructure Development Fund (RIDF), have significantly contributed to enhancing rural connectivity, irrigation systems, and livelihood generation, NABARD General Manager Damodar Mishra said here on Friday. Also Read | UP's First Conviction in Digital Arrest Scam: Lucknow Cour ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The US embassy in India has warned that "committing assault, theft, or burglary in the United States won't just cause you legal issues -- it could lead to your visa being revoked and make you ineligible for future US visas". The warning was issued days after a video of an Indian woman who tried to leave a store with a cart full of items without paying went viral. This also prompted the embassy to say, "The US values law and order and expects foreign visitors to follow all US laws."Res ...Read More >
ITANAGAR, 17 Jul: The state unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) celebrated nine years of the Pema Khandu government at its head office here on Thursday. The programme was attended by MLA Mutchu Mithi, BJP IT and e-governance chairman Nyamar Karbak, vice president Ashok Sangchou, general secretary Junty Singphoo, and MLA Alo Libang,along with the party's state office bearers and newly appointed chairmen, vice chairmen and several former MLAs. Addressing the gathering, Karbak presented a na ...Read More >
Arunachal Pradesh Governor K T Parnaik highlighted storytelling's power to connect tradition and modernity during the launch of 'Mystic Arunachal' by Major Rahul Jha. The book, a collection of fictional stories enriched with cultural insights, was praised as a tribute to Arunachal Pradesh's enduring heritage. In a ceremony marked by celebration and cultural appreciation, Arunachal Pradesh Governor K T Parnaik praised the power of storytelling. He deemed it a vital tool to bridge the gap between ...Read More >
Tirupati (Andhra Pradesh) [India] July 17 (ANI): In a shocking incident in Madhya Nayanapalli village of Pakala mandal, a man named Giri allegedly murdered his wife and two daughters and then attempted to take his own life. According to police reports, Giri and his wife, Hemalatha, had two daughters. In a heinous act, Giri reportedly pushed his wife and daughters into a well. A family member stated that he received a call informing him that Giri had thrown his wife and children into a well. Wh ...Read More >
Itanagar: Arunachal BJP on Thursday celebrated nine years of governance under CM Pema Khandu, marking what party leaders described as a 'golden era of development' in the state.The commemorative event, held at the BJP head office here, was attended by a host of dignitaries, including MLAs, party office bearers, senior leaders, and newly appointed chairpersons and vice-chairpersons.Speaking on the occasion, BJP chief spokesperson and Roing MLA Mutchu Mithi hailed the leadership of both CM Khandu ...Read More >
Kolkata: A day after DGCA ordered checks on fuel control switches of Boeing aircraft based on a Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) NM-18-33 issued by US regulator Federal Aviation Authority in Dec 17, 2018, an Airworthiness Directive (AD) issued by FAA on Sept 19, 2015, on fuel shutoff valves has come to light.This AD, which required mandatory compliance, was flagged again a month later by UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), which issued a safety notice requiring airlines to check ...Read More >
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