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16 Aug

Itanagar to evamp urban transport with ropeways and electric buses

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Itanagar is set to transform its urban transport landscape with the upcoming installation of ropeways and the introduction of electric buses, according to recent announcements by city officials. Tamme Phassang, Mayor of Itanagar Municipal Corporation (IMC), revealed that discussions for the city's first ropeway system are nearing completion. The IMC is currently in talks with companies from Hyderabad and Gujarat to finalize the installation. The proposed ropeway will offer a scenic and efficient route connecting key locations, including Lobi in Division 4, the Secretariat, Ganga Market, and Chimpu. In addition to the ropeway, the IMC is collaborating with Arunachal Pradesh…

14 Aug

Tiranga Yatra cycle rally flagged off in Tawang to celebrate ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign

TanupriyaArunachal Pradesh

Brigadier VS Rajput, Commander of the Tawang Brigade, and Deputy Commissioner Kanki Darang jointly flagged off a Tiranga Yatra cycle rally this morning from the DC office premises. The rally, organized as part of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign, saw active participation from members of the Monduro Cycling Association and ITBP jawans. Key attendees at the event included SP Tawang DW Thongon, Additional DC Headquarters Sang Khandu, Dy Commandant ITBP Regi PD, along with senior officers from the army, civil, and paramilitary forces, as well as members of the general public. In his address, Brigadier Rajput emphasized the importance of…

13 Aug

Innovative AI-based animal care devices demonstrated at Central Cattle Breeding Farm in Nirjuli

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The Central Cattle Breeding Farm in Nirjuli became a hub of innovation on August 9, 2024, as it hosted a demonstration of cutting-edge animal care devices. Organized by the Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA) cell of NERIST in collaboration with Assam Electronics Development Corporation Ltd. (AMTRON), the event attracted over 40 students from NERIST, offering them a glimpse into the future of veterinary technology. The demonstration highlighted two AI-driven devices designed to revolutionize animal health management in rural areas. Dr. Taking Gammi, Veterinary Officer at the Central Cattle Breeding Farm, along with AI expert Kalpesh Bhosale, showcased: An AI-based system for…

13 Aug

East Kameng hosts massive 600-foot Tiranga Yatra to celebrate India’s 78th Independence Day

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

East Kameng district witnessed a grand Tiranga Yatra in Seppa town, led by Arunachal Pradesh's Home Minister and local MLA, Mama Natung, marking India's 78th year of Independence. The event, which featured a 600-foot-long national flag, saw participation from over 2,000 students from various schools across the district. The rally, organized by the East Kameng district administration, was a follow-up to last year's 300-foot-long flag rally, which had drawn significant attention. This year, the flag was brought from New Delhi, symbolizing a renewed commitment to fostering nationalism among the public. Participants marched through the streets of Seppa, chanting "Bharat Mata…

12 Aug

Siang River floods devastate Mer Village

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The recent flooding of the Siang River has caused severe damage to agricultural lands in Mer village, East Siang District, affecting the livelihoods of local farmers. The floodwaters have submerged WRC paddy fields belonging to fifty families and completely eroded away the lands of five other families. The river’s shift towards the east has exacerbated the damage, impacting Lower Mebo villages, including Mer, Namsing, and Borguli (New). Reports indicate that over 200 hectares of wetland rice cultivation are now underwater due to the flood. Following reports from the village Gaon Burah and village Secretary, a team of officials led by…

10 Aug

Arunachal CM inaugurates ₹19 crore water supply plant for TRIHMS

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu, along with Public Health Engineering & Water Supply (PHED) Minister Mama Natung, inaugurated a state-of-the-art drinking water supply project for the Tomo Riba Institute of Health & Medical Sciences (TRIHMS) on Friday. The ₹19 crore project, funded under the Smart City Mission, is set to significantly enhance water availability at the state’s only medical college. The new facility, capable of supplying 1.9 million litres per day (MLD), was developed over two years to meet the growing needs of TRIHMS. The project will benefit students, faculty, patients, and campus residents by ensuring a steady and…

09 Aug

Arunachal Governor opens Education Conclave 2024

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt. General KT Parnaik (Retd.) inaugurated the three-day 'Chintan Shivir cum Education Conclave 2024' at the DK Convention Center in Itanagar today, emphasizing education as a powerful tool for social transformation. Themed ‘Shikshit Arunachal - Viksit Arunachal’, the conclave aims to enhance the educational framework in the state. In his inaugural address, Governor Parnaik urged all stakeholders to focus on developing the physical, mental, and moral foundations of students, molding them into 'Shiksit, Anushasit, Prerit aur Viksit' (Educated, Disciplined, Inspired, and Advanced) individuals. He expressed that such efforts would support the transformation of ‘Shikshit Arunachal’ into ‘Viksit…

08 Aug

INC gains six councillors from Pasighat Municipal Council

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Six out of eight councillors in the Pasighat Municipal Council (PMC) have joined the Indian National Congress (INC), undermining the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) control of the local body. The switch occurred on July 25, after the councillors briefly aligned with the National People's Party (NPP) following their departure from the BJP. The councillors, Rebeka Panyang Megu (Deputy Chief Councilor), Yalop Nyigang Yomso, Ponung Radeng Saring, Mumcy Dupak Lollen, Okeng Tayeng, and Kaling Doruk, attempted to impeach the sitting Chief Councilor, Okiam Moyong Borang, due to grievances they felt were ignored by the BJP leadership. After their impeachment efforts failed,…

07 Aug

Joint training exercise enhances operational efficiency at Sigar military station

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

To enhance regional security and operational effectiveness, the Indian Army's Spear Corps, in collaboration with the ITBP and Assam Rifles, conducted a comprehensive joint training exercise at Sigar Military Station in East Siang district. The training, held from July 18 to August 3, 2024, focused on refining artillery fire direction skills. This exercise aimed to improve coordination and combined operational capabilities among the three forces. The joint exercise involved thirteen units of the Indian Army, sixteen regiments of the ITBP, and five units of the Assam Rifles. A key feature of the training was the use of advanced technology, including…

01 Aug

12-year-old boy found dead after abduction in Arunachal Pradesh

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

A 12-year-old boy, Rohit Bahadur Chetry, was found dead on Wednesday morning in the dense jungles of Kalikhola, Arunachal Pradesh. Rohit, a resident of Sadiya, had been reported missing after being abducted by unidentified miscreants last week. The abduction occurred on July 22 while Rohit was returning home from school near the Sunpura locality. The kidnappers initially demanded Rs 25 lakh from his father, Noor Bahadur Chetry, for his release. The ransom was later lowered to Rs 2-3 lakhs, but the abductors threatened to kill Rohit if the money was not paid or if the police were notified. Unable to…