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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

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

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

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

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…

11 Feb

More than 450 riders are expected to compete in the 22nd National Mountain Biking Championship in Roing

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Roing town in Arunachal Pradesh’s Lower Dibang Valley district is all set to host the 22nd National Mountain Terrain Biking (MTB) Championship from February 12 to 15. The national-level sporting event is being organised in Arunachal Pradesh for the first time, and preparations are now in the final stage. More than 450 cyclists from different parts of the country have already registered to take part in the four-day championship, bringing a festive sporting atmosphere to the town. In the days leading up to the event, cyclists of different age groups can be seen practicing across Roing, especially along the official…

11 Feb

Roing Gears Up to Host 22nd National MTB Championship for the First Time

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The town of Roing in Arunachal Pradesh's Lower Dibang Valley is gearing up to host the 22nd National Mountain Terrain Biking (MTB) Championship from February 12 to 15, with over 450 cyclists from across India registered to compete. This marks the first time Arunachal Pradesh hosts this event, which includes competitions for various age groups: Youth (14 and under), Sub-junior (15-16), Junior (17-18), Under-23 men, and Elite (19 and above). A total of 23 events will take place, alongside mixed team relay races in junior and elite categories. Participants must have a valid rider’s license from the Cycling Federation of…

11 Feb

Tourist Drownings Trigger Safety Alarm at Tawang’s High-Altitude Lakes

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

After two tourists drowned in Sela Lake on January 16 and another visitor just survived drowning in Madhuri Lake, there are now serious worries about visitor safety in Arunachal Pradesh's Tawang area. Discussions concerning whether visitors, tour companies, and even authorities are adequately informed of the potentially fatal hazards posed by high-altitude lakes in severe weather have been sparked by the accidents among locals and interested parties. The district government is handling the situation urgently, according to Tawang Deputy Commissioner Nagmyal Angmo. To improve safety precautions following the Madhuri Lake disaster, a coordination meeting with the Army, paramilitary forces, and…

10 Feb

Arunachal’s historic land acquisition establishes a new standard for ethical mining

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

M/s Pra Nuravi Coal Mining Pvt. Ltd. has successfully acquired 33.9635 hectares of land in Changlang district's Longtom Village for the Namchik West Block Coal Mine's external overburden dumps, marking an important milestone for the country's mining industry and community-led development. A rare example of quick, consensus-driven land purchase in the mining sector, the acquisition was completed strictly in accordance with the Ministry of Coal's standards and rules. Senior district authorities, such as R.D. Thungon, Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC), Miao, and D. Wangchu, Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO), Kharsang, witnessed the completion of the land acquisition procedure, highlighting the exercise's administrative control…

09 Feb

Governor Parnaik calls for timely implementation of schemes for ex-servicemen

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Lt Gen K. T. Parnaik (Retd.), the governor of Arunachal Pradesh, underlined the importance of timely welfare program implementation, timely financial aid disbursement, and efficient grievance redressal procedures for state-wide ex-servicemen. At Lok Bhavan, the Governor met with Air Commodore R. D. Mosabi (Retd.), the Director-cum-Secretary of the state's Rajya Sainik Board, to discuss welfare initiatives that the board has undertaken. They had in-depth conversations about effective coordination with the Armed Forces and government agencies, resettlement and employment assistance, and the welfare of former service members and their dependents. The governor expressed his concern for the well-being of his former…

06 Feb

Arunachal Pradesh eyes 19 GW hydropower expansion with ₹1.9-lakh crore investment: Mein

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

As part of a strategic shift towards large and mega projects, Arunachal Pradesh has set a goal to build 19 GW of hydropower capacity with an estimated expenditure of Rs 1.9 lakh crore, Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein told the Assembly. Mein, who also holds the power and hydropower ministries, responded to a query from BJP member Tapi Darang during Question Hour by stating that the state has designated 2025–2035 as the "Decade of Hydropower" in order to hasten the sector's development. According to him, the northeastern state has 58,000 MW of hydropower potential, or over 40% of the nation's…

04 Feb

Budget Session of Arunachal Pradesh Assembly Gets Underway

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The fifth (Budget) Session of the Eighth Legislative Assembly commenced at the Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly on Wednesday, marking the first sitting of the Special Session for the year, which will last for two days. In his address, Governor Lt. General K.T. Parnaik emphasized themes of inclusive development, democratic governance, and infrastructure advancements. He expressed gratitude for the central government's support, highlighting projects valued at over Rs 5,100 crore and the launch of the GST Bachat Utsav. The Governor reported a 2.6 times growth in the State’s GDP over the past decade, alongside a five-fold increase in State resources. Significant…