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27 Sep

NDC team at Kibithu honors 1962 Walong heroes, assesses LAC readiness

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According to a defense spokesman on Friday, an 18-member delegation from the National Defence College (NDC), located in New Delhi, traveled to Kibithu in the Anjaw district of Arunachal on Thursday to honor the soldiers who fought in the 1962 Battle of Walong and to evaluate operational readiness along the Line of Actual Control. According to defense spokesman Lt Col Mahendra Rawat of Guwahati, the delegation, which included top military authorities, civil sector officers, and representatives from friendly foreign nations participating in the ongoing NDC course, paid somber respects at the Walong War Memorial. The location honors the ultimate sacrifice…

27 Sep

Arunachal CM Khandu praises Bhupen Hazarika’s legacy of harmony and unity

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At Bolung in the Lower Dibang Valley district, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu paid floral tributes to the sculpture of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, known as the "Statue of Brotherhood." He described the renowned singer, composer, poet, and cultural icon as a timeless link between Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. Khandu stated that the bard's singing was never just for amusement but rather served as a movement to depict the rich culture of the Northeast, foster empathy, and awaken social consciousness during the centennial celebration of Dr. Hazarika at the district headquarters in Roing. "Music must be a force…

26 Sep

Free health camp held at Mariyang CHC under ‘Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar’

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A health camp offering several free medical treatments and public awareness workshops was held at the Community Health Center (CHC) Mariyang in the Upper Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh as part of the countrywide Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar (SNSP) abhiyan. In cooperation with BMMU ArSRLM, the event also commemorated the observance of Rashtriya Poshan Maah. Dr. Otem Pertin, medical officer; Dr. Ahik Miyu, DTO-cum-DACO; Dr. Ojing Tayeng, pediatrician; Dr. Gido Pertin, medical; office bearers of the BJP's district mahila morcha; the mahila mandals of Yingkiong and Mariyang-Mopom; BMMU ArSRLM Mariyang; and CHC Mariyang medical staff attended the program, which was…

25 Sep

Teacher absenteeism sparks 24-hour bandh in West Kameng

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In the West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh, a 24-hour bandh led by a student organization in protest of 11 teachers who refused to report to work caused chaos in daily life, which an official stated on Wednesday had "affected academic environment." The All West Kameng District Students’ Union (AWKDSU) led the bandh, which started at 5 a.m. on Tuesday and ended at 5 a.m. on Wednesday. Officer-in-charge of the Bomdila police station According to Sub Inspector H B Tator, the bandh ended amicably and without any unfortunate incidents. Government offices saw little attendance on Tuesday, and stores and commercial…

24 Sep

APU hosts interactive session on tribal demography and migration

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An interactive lecture and discussion on "Tribal Demography," which focuses on how migratory patterns impact indigenous communities throughout India, was held on Tuesday by the Tribal Studies department at Arunachal Pradesh University (APU) in Pasighat, East Siang district. The resource person for the session was Prof. Dhruba K. Limbu of North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) Shillong's Anthropology department. In his in-depth talk, Prof. Limbu examined the migration patterns of tribal people, especially in Northeast India. He emphasized how traditional settlement patterns are being reshaped and new migration lanes are being created as a result of rapid infrastructure development, expanding educational options,…

24 Sep

Arunachal Deputy CM talks GST with traders, emphasizes economic benefits for local businesses

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Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein spoke with traders and shopkeepers in Naharlagun, which is close to here, and explained the advantages, procedures, and compliance requirements of the Goods and Services Tax (GST). Arunachal Pradesh's indirect tax revenue was Rs 270 crore at the time of the GST's implementation. As the leader of the Next-Gen GST Prachar Abhiyaan at the G-Extension market, Mein stated that it has already surpassed Rs 1,900 crore, a 700% growth. He added that by mid-2025, there were around 18,500 GST taxpayers, up from slightly over 7,000 in 2017. According to the Deputy CM, this…

23 Sep

CM Khandu applauds PM Modi for the Northeast’s unprecedented transformation

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Pema Khandu, the chief minister of Arunachal Pradesh, praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his revolutionary contributions to the state's and the Northeast's overall development, highlighting how the area has become a vital source of national growth. Speaking during PM Modi's one-day visit to the northeastern state, Khandu claimed that the arrival of the prime minister sparked a spike in the fervor and energy of the Arunachal Pradesh populace. "I welcomed the Prime Minister to this beautiful land on behalf of myself and the people of the state," he continued. Khandu pointed out that Modi has never seen Arunachal Pradesh…

22 Sep

PM Modi to visit Arunachal, inaugurate Rs 5,000 crore infrastructure projects

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Arunachal Pradesh to inaugurate infrastructure projects valued at about Rs 5,000 crore. According to officials, the prime minister will land at Hollongi's Donyi Polo Airport at around nine in the morning. From there, he will take a helicopter to Itanagar's Raj Bhavan. After that, he will go to Indira Gandhi Park to speak at a rally and announce the development projects. The Heo and Tato-I hydropower projects, which will be built on the Yarjep River in the Shi Yomi area, will both have their foundation stones laid by Modi. The North Eastern Electric…

20 Sep

Widespread rain is likely in Arunachal as IMD issues a fresh forecast

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Arunachal Pradesh is expected to see a new round of rainfall activity starting, according to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). Over the following five days, thunderstorms and moderate to heavy rains are expected in a number of districts. The local meteorological center said in a report on Friday that thundershowers and sporadic rain were expected in most areas of the state. Light to moderate rainfall is anticipated in the central and foothill districts of Papum Pare, Lower Subansiri, East Kameng, and West Kameng, while showers may get more intense in the eastern districts and in isolated areas of the Siang…

19 Sep

Arunachal Pradesh issues advisory ahead of PM Modi’s visit to Itanagar on September 22

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Prior to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's planned visit to Itanagar on September 22, 2025, the Arunachal Pradesh administration has sent out a comprehensive advisory to all government employees. During the program at IG Park, officials have been requested by the Department of Protocol to adhere to strict decorum and completely cooperate with security procedures. The advise states that government workers attending the event are expected to wear formal or traditional clothing and to bring legitimate identity for easy verification by security guards, like driver's licenses, voter cards, or Aadhaar cards. Additionally, officials have been told not to carry any forbidden…