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20 Feb

Interstate Child Trafficking Racket Busted by Itanagar Police; Three Minors Rescued, Six Arrested

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In a significant development, Itanagar Police dismantled an interstate child trafficking ring between Arunachal Pradesh and Assam, rescuing three minor girls and arresting six suspects. The investigation initiated on February 7, 2026, when a seven-year-old girl was discovered injured and alone in Itanagar and subsequently revealed severe abuse during counseling at a support center. She was identified as a trafficking victim brought from Assam for domestic work under harsh conditions, having escaped abuse days prior. A formal complaint led to Case No. 09/2026 being filed under multiple relevant legal provisions. Raids resulted in the rescue of additional minor girls and…

19 Feb

Key accomplishment in Arunachal Pradesh’s Dibang Hydro Project under construction

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The successful daylighting of diversion tunnel-3 (DT-3) in Arunachal Pradesh's 2,880 MW Dibang Multipurpose Project marked a major construction milestone and continued advancement in one of India's biggest hydropower projects. The tunnel's excavation work was completed when NHPC Director (Projects) Sanjay Kumar Singh pressed the control button to symbolically start the last blast, marking the breakthrough, in front of NHPC Executive Director and Head of Project Narender Kumar, Executive Director (Project Monitoring & Support Group) Umesh Kumar Nand, and other NHPC and L&T officials. The accomplishment, according to NHPC officials here on Wednesday, was a significant step in moving construction…

18 Feb

To maintain Itanagar’s cleanliness, the governor of Arunachal appeals for everyone to take responsibility

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K. T. Parnaik urged everyone to work together to keep the state capital clean, emphasizing the need for greater urban management and public engagement. According to an official statement, the governor encouraged people to respect public areas, practice good hygiene, and pay for the necessary services provided by the Itanagar Municipal Corporation (IMC) while chairing a review meeting on sanitation and civic amenities at the Lok Bhavan. He urged the active participation of corporators in planning and execution and emphasized the prudent use of IMC funding. According to Parnaik, it is the duty of elected officials to mobilize public support…

17 Feb

NSCN Militant Surrenders in Tirap, Arunachal Pradesh

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

A militant associated with the banned NSCN (Akato) outfit has surrendered to security forces in Tirap district, Arunachal Pradesh. The individual, identified as 23-year-old Inno Mosha Pangsa, a self-styled 'sergeant' from Tuensang district, Nagaland, joined the group on April 19, 2022. Upon surrendering, he relinquished a .32 caliber pistol, four cartridges, and a walkie-talkie radio set with a charger. Following the surrender, the militant was handed over to the Khonsa Police for further action.

14 Feb

Fire ravages Walong area of Arunachal Pradesh; government sounds Alert

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A large fire consumed Walong town in Arunachal Pradesh's Anjaw district, causing inhabitants to become alarmed and necessitating immediate safety precautions. The size of the fire and its effects on the area worried local MLA and Minister Dasanglu Pul. She urged locals and visitors to travel with utmost caution and to adhere strictly to any safety warnings given by authorities. Pul stated that community safety must always come first and urged everyone to refrain from any careless behavior that would endanger people's lives, property, or the environment. She urged the locals to act responsibly and assist efforts to limit the…

13 Feb

Pema Khandu Flags Off Tawangchu Tides International Kayaking Championship

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu inaugurated the second edition of the Tawangchu Tides International Kayaking Championship on the Tawangchu River, featuring over 100 athletes from India and abroad. He expressed pride in hosting the event and acknowledged various organizations for their support. Khandu recognized Bilquis Mir, India's first female Olympic jury member in kayaking, as an inspiration for young athletes and emphasized the potential of the state’s rivers for kayaking. He mentioned a proposal by the Arunachal Kayaking & Canoeing Association to develop training hubs around five river basins and committed to establishing more training centers with the Indian…

13 Feb

In Tawang, Arunachal CM flags off 2nd Tawangchu Tides International Kayaking Championship

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At the picturesque Tawangchu River, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu officially opened the second Tawangchu Tides International Kayaking Championship. This high-altitude competition, which attracted over 100 competitors from India and elsewhere, demonstrated Arunachal Pradesh's expanding prominence in adventure sports. During his speech, Khandu greeted the attendees and gave the Indian Kayaking & Canoeing Association (IKCA), Arunachal Olympic Association, and Arunachal Kayaking & Canoeing Association (AKCA) and their supporting partners credit for organizing the event. Bilquis Mir, the first Indian woman to serve on an Olympic kayaking and canoeing jury, received special attention for her attendance, which was seen as…

12 Feb

Leopard Sighting Triggers Advisory in West Kameng; AIMSU Flags Tiger Threat in Lower Dibang Valley

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Following confirmed leopard sightings in Arunachal Pradesh's West Kameng district, the Bomdila Forest Division has issued a public advisory, encouraging residents to exercise caution, especially during vulnerable hours. Observations made by the Dirang Police on January 30 prompted this alert. Residents, particularly those in Dirang Basti, are advised to avoid solitary travel, prefer small groups, and be cautious in poorly lit areas, especially near bushes and isolated patches. Precautions include using bright flashlights at night and avoiding headphones. The advisory specifically warns children, the elderly, and vulnerable individuals against moving unsupervised near forest boundaries. Parents are asked to escort children…

11 Feb

CM Reaffirms Commitment to Accelerating Development in Arunachal’s Frontier Areas

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On Wednesday, Arunachal Chief Minister Pema Khandu inaugurated the Tsari Taksing Gajang Shedup Dargeyling Monastery in Taksing, noting its historic significance as a large public gathering in the region. He emphasized the government's commitment to developing frontier areas, highlighting over 40 initiatives during his visit to the Nacho Assembly constituency. Khandu praised past efforts that have led to significant infrastructure growth, particularly road connectivity established in 2019, which transformed access to the region. He discussed the impact of the nearly 1,800-km Trans-Arunachal Highway on travel times across the state and outlined plans for the Frontier Highway project, stressing the need…

11 Feb

In Tirap district, NSCN-K (Khango) cadre surrenders and hands over weapon

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In a fresh development linked to ongoing peace efforts in Arunachal Pradesh, an underground cadre of the NSCN-K (Khango Konyak faction) surrendered before security forces in Tirap district on February 10, 2026. Officials said the surrender is part of continued efforts to bring militants back into the mainstream and improve the security situation in the region. According to official sources, the surrendered cadre has been identified as SS Lieutenant Wangkhu Lowang, 32, a resident of Moktowa village under Dadam police station in Tirap district. He surrendered before Tirap Police at Khonsa in the presence of personnel from the 44th Assam…