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10 Nov

MONDURO 6.0 Kicks Off in Tawang, Celebrating Adventure and Snow Leopard Conservation

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The sixth edition of MONDURO, one of Northeast India's premier high-altitude mountain biking events, was flagged off in Tawang amid colourful cultural performances, sporting enthusiasm and a spirit of adventure. This year's edition, titled “MONDURO 6.0 – The Ghost of the Mountains,” is dedicated to the elusive snow leopard, often referred to as the mystical spirit of the Himalayas. Around 25 cyclists, including three international riders from the United Kingdom, Nepal and Indonesia, are participating in the competition. The event features three categories: Men Elite, Hardtail and Women, offering riders an opportunity to showcase their endurance, technical skills and competitive…

10 Nov

Over 1 Lakh Trees at Risk as Naying Hydropower Project Moves Closer to Approval

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Even as protests continue in Arunachal Pradesh against the proposed 11,200-MW Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP), another major hydropower project in the Siang basin has moved a step closer to implementation. The Union Environment Ministry’s Forest Advisory Committee (FAC) has recommended Stage-I (in-principle) forest clearance for the 1,000-MW Naying Hydro Electric Project, proposed on the Siyom River, a tributary of the Siang. The project, to be developed by the North Eastern Electric Power Corporation Limited (NEEPCO) in Arunachal Pradesh’s Shi Yomi and Siang districts, will require the diversion of nearly 470 hectares of unclassed forest land and the felling of…

07 Nov

ED Attaches Properties Worth Over Rs 10 Crore in Two Highway Land Compensation Scams in Arunachal Pradesh

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The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has provisionally attached immovable properties worth more than Rs 10 crore in connection with two separate alleged land acquisition compensation scams linked to major highway projects in Arunachal Pradesh. In the larger case involving the Trans-Arunachal Highway (TAH) project, the ED's Itanagar sub-zonal office attached properties valued at Rs 6.77 crore under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002. The action pertains to alleged irregularities in the assessment and distribution of compensation for land acquired along the Potin-Bopi stretch of the highway. Among the properties attached are a residential property with a G+2 RCC building…

07 Nov

Pema Khandu Announces 3% DA Hike for Arunachal Govt Employees, Pensioners to Get Arrears

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The Arunachal Pradesh government has approved a three per cent increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for state government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners and family pensioners, Chief Minister Pema Khandu announced on Friday. With the latest revision, the DA and DR rates will increase from the existing 60 per cent to 63 per cent of basic pay and pension, respectively. The revised rates will be effective retrospectively from July 1, 2026, providing financial benefits to thousands of government employees and pensioners across the state. Announcing the decision, Chief Minister Pema Khandu said the enhanced DA and DR would…

06 Nov

‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ Spirit Shines at Cultural Celebration in Arunachal Pradesh

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Arunachal Pradesh, on Thursday celebrated the State Foundation Days of 15 States and Union Territories (UTs) including Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Tamil Nadu, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, Delhi, Lakshadweep and Puducherry. Arunachal Pradesh Governor, Lt Gen (retired) K.T Parnaik, and the First Lady of the State, Anagha Parnaik, joined the celebration with members of these States and Union Territories who are serving, residing or engaged in business in Arunachal Pradesh. The Governor commended the people from different parts of the country for their valuable contribution to Arunachal Pradesh's progress and…

05 Nov

Public Safety, Local Livelihoods Prompt Lohit Administration to Seek Shifting of Army Firing Range

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The Lohit district administration has requested the Indian Army to relocate the Balaliang Field Firing Range (BFFR), citing concerns related to public safety, local livelihoods, and the planned expansion of Tezu Airport. In a letter addressed to the Commander of the 181 Mountain Brigade, the Deputy Commissioner of Lohit highlighted the challenges faced by communities living near the firing range. According to the administration, residents in the surrounding areas depend heavily on forests and agricultural land for their daily needs, including collecting firewood, grazing livestock, and carrying out other traditional activities. The administration stated that the continued presence of the…

04 Nov

Rajesh Kumar appointed Arunachal DGP amid protests against Siang project

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The Union Home Ministry has appointed 1995-batch IPS officer Rajesh Kumar as the new Director General of Police (DGP) of Arunachal Pradesh, amid public protests against the proposed Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP).Kumar's appointment came a day after the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) approved his premature repatriation from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) to his parent AGMUT cadre with immediate effect. He was serving as Special Director General in the CRPF.Kumar will succeed Shiv Darshan Singh Jamwal, who has been transferred to Delhi.The appointment of the new DGP comes amid continuing protests in the state against the…

04 Nov

Siang Dam Project Gains Strategic Importance Amid China’s Yarlung Tsangpo Hydro Plan in Tibet

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Amidst continuing intense protests against the large dam on the Siang River, Rajesh Kumar has taken charge as the new Director General of Police of Arunachal Pradesh. The Union Home Ministry, through an order, appointed the officer to this top post of the state's police. Rajesh Kumar, a senior IPS officer of the 1995 batch who replaces former DGP Shiv Darshan Singh Jamwal, was currently serving as the Special Director General of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). As per the Home Ministry's order, while Kumar takes charge of Arunachal, Jamwal has been transferred to Delhi. A day earlier, the…

03 Nov

Conservation Takes Centre Stage as Namdapha Butterfly Festival Concludes in Arunachal Pradesh

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The three-day ninth edition of the Namdapha Butterfly Festival (NBF) concluded in Arunachal Pradesh's Changlang district, recording 157 butterfly species, including the rare Yellow Flat butterfly. The findings underscored Namdapha's exceptional butterfly diversity and its importance as a conservation hotspot. A panel discussion held on the final evening focused on environmental changes observed over the years due to human-induced disturbances. Participants discussed strategies to bring together all stakeholders to address challenges arising from habitat destruction and emphasized the importance of effective implementation of forest and wildlife protection laws. Among the panelists were local MLA Kamlung Mosang, Miao ADC AJ Lungphi,…

02 Nov

Holy relics of Lord Buddha exhibited in Tawang

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Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Sunday visited the exhibition of the sacred Piprahwa relics linked with Lord Buddha at Tawang Memorial."The sacred exposition of the holy relics of Lord Buddha is not just an opportunity to seek blessings; it is also an opportunity to discover an important chapter of India’s Buddhist heritage," the Chief Minister said.Alongside the sacred relics, visitors also got an opportunity to explore the special exhibition, offering visitors a glimpse into the discovery and history of Buddha’s sacred relics and the rich historical, artistic and cultural evolution of Buddhism across generations.The sacred relics were brought…