After nearly a month-long protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, the Modi government has finally expressed willingness for talks. As part of the protest demanding reforms in the education system and the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, the ‘Sansad Chalo’ march was carried out today. Following the march, which was led by AISA…
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Saturday inaugurated the CM Connect Centre at Sohiong Community and Rural Development Block and laid the foundation stones for several key development projects at an event held at Mawtap Pyllun Ground. Also present were C&RD Minister Sosthenes Sohtun, Sohiong MLA Synshar Kupar Roy Lyngdoh Thabah, and senior officials…
The Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, today on 17th July 2026, virtually inaugurated the redeveloped Majbat in Rangiya Division (Assam), Jalpaiguri Road in Alipurduar Division (West Bengal) and Haldibari in Katihar Division (West Bengal), marking a momentous occasion for the states and the Northeast region. This event stands out as a landmark…
Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma presented the 35th JK Architect of the Year Awards 2026, at a function held held in Guwahati on Wednesday evening.Congratulating the recipients from India and neighbouring countries and applauding the JK Organisation for creating one of India’s most respected platforms for recognising excellence in architecture over the past three…
Hundreds of members of the Kuki community staged a protest rally across Manipur’s Kangpokpi district on Tuesday, demanding the immediate release of three community leaders arrested in connection with the July 11 Leimakhong incident and alleging selective action by security forces against Kuki civil society leaders. The demonstration, organised by the Committee on Tribal Unity…
Assam’s outstanding debt has increased more than four-and-a-half times over the past decade, reaching Rs 1.62 lakh crore as of March 31, 2025, the State Assembly was informed on Tuesday. Replying to questions raised by Opposition MLAs, Finance Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah said the state’s outstanding debt stood at Rs 35,690 crore on March 31,…
The Kuki-Zo Council (KZC) has urged the Government of India to ensure equal justice, humanitarian intervention and an expedited political solution in Manipur, alleging continued violence, displacement and discrimination against the Kuki-Zo community amid the state’s prolonged ethnic conflict. In a press statement issued on July 13, the council claimed that the Kuki-Zo people have…
The Northeast was rocked by a terror blast again. This time, an IED blast targeting an Assam Rifles convoy in Nagaland martyred three jawans. Several other jawans were also injured in the incident. On Monday, an IED planted by the roadside exploded near Sokhuvi village in Chumoukedima district as an Assam Rifles convoy was passing…
A 53-year-old man was shot dead by some armed men while he was working in a paddy field at Govajang village in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district on Saturday evening.Haokholal Singsit, a resident of Govajang village in the Kuki-majority district, died on the spot, while his wife, Nemneikim Singsit, escaped unhurt.Villagers told officials that they heard around…
Meghalaya’s Shillong is set to host several important matches of the 135th Durand Cup 2026, India’s oldest football tournament. A festive atmosphere has already gripped the football-loving state ahead of the competition. Addressing a press conference on Saturday, Meghalaya’s Sports and Youth Welfare Minister Wailadmiki Shylla said it is a matter of great pride for…
