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03 Sep

Justice Budi Habung becomes first permanent Gauhati High Court judge from Arunachal Pradesh

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In a remarkable turn of events, Justice Budi Habung was appointed as the first permanent judge of the Gauhati High Court from Arunachal Pradesh. After the President of India gave his consent, the Ministry of Law and Justice formally announced the appointment on Monday. Justice Habung has served as an extra judge in the Gauhati High Court since being promoted to the bench in 2023. Northeastern citizens, governmental officials, and legal experts are hailing Justice Habung's elevation as a historic occasion. He is from the East Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh. In order to guarantee more participation of the tribal…

02 Sep

Pema Khandu stresses cultural preservation while unveiling new projects in Arunachal

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As he laid the groundwork for several infrastructure projects in the Lower Dibang Valley district and later attended the Adi community's Solung Festival celebrations at Roing, the district headquarters, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu emphasized the importance of pursuing development while maintaining a historical foundation. Khandu emphasized that the preservation of cultural identity and development projects must coexist and that the people of Arunachal Pradesh should welcome modern progress without losing sight of their history. Through investments in housing, education, and connectivity, he reaffirmed his government's commitment to promoting inclusive growth across districts. The Chief Minister's projects include a…

01 Sep

FTII Itanagar hosts ‘Shaam-e-Nazm’: A celebration of youthful creativity and artistic expression

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The holding of "Shaam-e-Nazm," an evening devoted to poetry, music, and artistic performances, turned the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) in Itanagar into a thriving center of art and culture. The event, which was fully planned and presented by the children, was notable as a forum that honored individual creativity, young imagination, and community involvement. GPM Taba Toka, dean in-charge Bishnu Dev Halder, gram panchayat chairperson Taba Kunya, and deputy registrar Utsav Parmar graced the event. Parmar discussed the delicate balance between poetry's sincerity and performance in his speech. "Listening to oneself while performing is just as vital…

01 Sep

Border Roads Organisation conducts medical camp in remote Arunachal village

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In order to improve the health and wellbeing of children, the Border Roads Organization (BRO) hosted a medical camp at Khirmu Government Higher Secondary School in Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh, according to a defense official. About 40 students underwent comprehensive medical examinations during the camp, including height and weight measurements, eye exams, and basic systemic examinations covering the central nervous system, cardiovascular system, gastrointestinal system, and respiratory system, according to a statement from Defence PRO Lt Col Mahendra Rawat. Parents of pupils expressed their gratitude to BRO and the medical team for providing much-needed healthcare facilities at their doorstep in…

30 Aug

Arunachal CM thanks PM Modi’s efforts to promote Arunachal Pradesh’s cultural legacy in Japan

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Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu expressed his heartfelt thanks to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for highlighting the state's cultural heritage during his official visit to Japan. In a post on X, Khandu wrote that the Prime Minister “has once again made us proud by presenting the rich cultural legacy of Arunachal Pradesh on the global stage.” During his appearances in Tokyo, Modi wore the Galo tribe's unique Tukok, a traditional garment that represents the rich identity and artistry of the people of the northeastern state. "I express my sincere gratitude to the Hon'ble PM for preserving our customs and…

29 Aug

Namsai MLA urges shift toward oil palm and turmeric for better yields

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Chau Zingnu Namchoom, a Namsai politician, encouraged farmers to benefit from the National Mission on Edible Oils–Oil Palm (NMEO-OP), stating that satellite mapping has determined that oil palm and turmeric are the best crops for the district's fertile soil. Speaking during a massive oil palm plantation event held at the Wood Town Resort in Chowkham, Namsai district, Namchoom stated that India is still largely reliant on imports of edible oil and emphasized the need for Namsai farmers to start growing oil palm in order to become self-sufficient. He promised to bring up the matter with the appropriate authority for the…

29 Aug

Arunachal to host state-level Bhupen Hazarika centenary event at Roing on September 26

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As part of the national celebrations of the legacy of the legendary musician, Arunachal Pradesh's Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein announced that the state will hold a state-level program at Roing in the Lower Dibang Valley district on September 26 to mark the centennial of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika's birth. Mein, who attended the core committee meeting on the centenary celebrations in Guwahati on Thursday, said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be present at the commemorative ceremony in Assam on September 13. The meeting was led by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. In a post on X,…

28 Aug

Arunachal Congress slams Kiren Rijiju for “Indecent” remarks against Rahul Gandhi

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The Arunachal Pradesh Congress strongly condemned Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju's recent remarks about Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday, calling them "indecent personal attacks and character assassination." Chera Taya, the general secretary of the Arunachal Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC), claimed in a statement released here that Rijiju's remarks were an effort to deflect criticism of "his own failures as a leader and Union Minister." Once regarded as a national figure, Rijiju had devolved into "using the language and tone of his right-wing brigade." Taya said, "It is unfortunate and shameful to hear a union minister stoop…

28 Aug

IndiGo expands Northeastern reach with additional non-stop Delhi-Itanagar flight

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Officials from the state civil aviation department stated here that IndiGo Airlines will begin operating an extra daily non-stop route between Delhi and Itanagar on September 17 of this year. The airline now runs a single nonstop flight between Delhi and Itanagar every day. Because of the growing demand, the carrier said they have decided to launch a second service on the route. As per the itinerary, Flight 6E 765 is scheduled to depart Delhi at 9:40 am and arrive in Itanagar at 12:20 pm. Additionally, Flight 6E 766 is scheduled to return from Itanagar at 12:50 pm and reach…

27 Aug

Adi Students’ Union urges CM Khandu to withdraw paramilitary forces from Siang region

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In order to obtain a pre-feasibility report (PFR) for a significant hydropower project, the Adi Students' Union (AdiSU) has requested the assistance of Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu to remove paramilitary personnel stationed in the Siang and Upper Siang districts. The deployment of paramilitary forces for PFR for the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP) was carried out without enough consultation with the project-affected villages, causing panic and disturbance, according to a memo that AdiSU submitted to the chief minister on Monday. The students' organization protested the suspension of many gaon burahs (GBs) and head gaon burahs (HGBs) and claimed…