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13 Jan

Governor of Arunachal Pays Tribute to 17 Mountain Division’s Illustrious Legacy

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

According to Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K T Parnaik (Retd), the Indian Army's 17 Mountain Division is the defender of the Siliguri Corridor and the Northeast. In order to handle emerging security issues, he pushed its commanders and soldiers to embrace innovation and technology. During a sainik sammelan on the occasion of the Division's 65th Raising Day at the Army Cantonment in Gangtok, the governor stressed the operational necessity of artificial intelligence, drones, modern surveillance systems, cyber capabilities, and emerging technologies, particularly in the evolving post-Operation Sindoor security environment, according to a press release.Parnaik advised the Division to expand…

13 Jan

Itanagar Creates History with Election of First Woman Mayor

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

On Monday, Likha Nari Tadar, a BJP corporator from Ward No. 16, took the oath of office as Itanagar Municipal Corporation's (IMC) first female mayor. At the inaugural meeting of the newly elected IMC, Tok Tabin Camdir, who represents Ward No. 19, also took an oath beside her as the Deputy Mayor. Itanagar MLA Techi Kaso and Urban Affairs Minister Balo Raja were present at the event. Minister Raja congratulated the new mayor, deputy mayor, and all corporators and encouraged them to serve with honesty, morality, and commitment.The Minister stated that financial strength is essential for successful ward-level development and…

12 Jan

CM Pema Khandu felicitates new Panchayat representatives, emphasises grassroots strength

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Pema Khandu, the chief minister of Arunachal Pradesh, welcomed the recently elected local self-governing body delegates and urged them to work tirelessly to advance development throughout the state and bolster grassroots democracy. Khandu greeted 2,108 Gram Panchayat Chairpersons and 27 recently sworn Zilla Parishad Chairpersons who have assumed leadership in various regions of Arunachal Pradesh in a social media post on January 10. "My heartfelt congratulations to all the newly sworn 27 Zilla Parishad Chairpersons (ZPCs) and 2,108 Gram Panchayat Chairpersons (GPCs) across Arunachal Pradesh," Khandu posted to X. According to the Chief Minister, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership,…

09 Jan

Cabinet clears 40 mobile medical units for Arunachal’s border villages

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

In its first meeting of 2026, which was chaired by Chief Minister Pema Khandu, the Arunachal Pradesh State Cabinet approved a wide range of policy decisions intended to improve public safety, strengthen healthcare delivery, increase employment and educational opportunities, improve urban governance, and strengthen environmental and wildlife conservation throughout the State. The Cabinet authorized the establishment of diagnostic infrastructure throughout the State by HLL Lifecare Ltd., a Government of India firm under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, which will significantly improve public healthcare. 256 Sub-Centers, 82 Primary Health Centers (PHCs), 25 Community Health Centers (CHCs), and 64 Block…

06 Jan

Arunachal Orders Comprehensive Probe into East Kameng Frontier Highway Issues

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh's government has initiated a multi-level investigation into the Frontier Highway project in East Kameng district. Chief Minister Pema Khandu announced that a one-man committee's report is being reviewed and the Anti-Corruption Department is conducting an independent investigation into alleged irregularities. The state has formed four additional committees to reassess project aspects, ensuring accountability and transparency. Khandu emphasized that anyone found guilty will face legal consequences to maintain integrity in infrastructure projects.

06 Jan

Arunachal GST collection jumps 36% in the first nine months of FY26

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The first nine months of the 2025–2026 fiscal year saw a startling 35.7% growth in Arunachal Pradesh's Goods and Services Tax (GST) receipts compared to the same period in the previous fiscal year, according to officials. They claim that the collection exceeded the 6.8% national growth average, demonstrating strong economic activity and improved tax compliance in the state. Compared to Rs 1,324 crore in 2024, the state collected Rs 1,519 crore in GST between April and December of 2025. This represents an increase of Rs 195 crore in total. Here, the Central GST Commissionerate asserts that the significant increase was…

06 Jan

Arunachal Pradesh Records Increase in GST Revenue

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh reported a 35.7% increase in Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections during the first nine months of the 2025-26 fiscal year, surpassing the national growth average of 6.8%. The state collected Rs 1,519 crore from April to December 2025, up from Rs 1,324 crore in the same period of 2024, reflecting improved economic activity and tax compliance. Factors contributing to this growth include better taxpayer adherence, effective revenue measures, and policy reforms aimed at enhancing the business environment and governance. This revenue increase has bolstered the state's financial standing, enabling more investment in infrastructure, healthcare, education, and social…

05 Jan

National Integration Tour Engages Students from Mechuka, Arunachal Pradesh

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The Indian Army is organizing a National Integration Tour (NIT) for students from Government Higher Secondary School, Mechuka, starting on January 5, 2026. This initiative seeks to provide these students, hailing from a remote area in Arunachal Pradesh, with exposure to India's cultural, historical, and institutional frameworks, thereby enhancing their emotional integration with the nation. The tour includes visits to Delhi, Pune, Mumbai, and Itanagar, allowing students to engage with Indian democratic institutions, national heritage, and diverse cultures. The itinerary features landmark visits and interactions at key educational and defense institutions, aiming to expand students' understanding of the nation's history,…

03 Jan

Arunachal Moves to Explore Critical Minerals, Govt Signs Strategic Agreements

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The Arunachal Pradesh government has entered into agreements with OIL India Limited, Vedanta Limited, and Orissa Metallik Private Limited for the exploration of graphite and vanadium mineral blocks in Depo, Phop, and Radhpu. Chief Minister Pema Khandu emphasized that this exploration is crucial for electric mobility and energy storage, as well as benefiting the state's economy and employment opportunities. He reaffirmed the government's commitment to community-oriented mineral development.

03 Jan

In Arunachal Pradesh, OIL signs agreement to explore critical minerals

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

An important step toward bolstering India's vital mineral resource security was taken on January 2 when OIL India Limited (OIL) signed the Deed of Agreement for the Composite Licence of the Phop Graphite and Vanadium Block situated in the Yazali circle of Keyi Panyor district, Arunachal Pradesh. Senior representatives from the Directorate of Geology and Mines (DGM), OIL, and CESHS, as well as AK Singh, Secretary (Geology and Mines), Government of Arunachal Pradesh, Raghunath Mishra, Chief General Manager of OIL, and Tana Tage, Director (CESHS), were present when the agreement was signed. As a local partner and stakeholder, CESHS will…