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01 Mar

In 2025, Dera Natung College in Itanagar celebrates National Science Day

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

'Science for Sustainable Development: Promoting Green Technologies' was the theme of the National Science Day-2025 celebration by the Science Club of Dera Natung Government College in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh. Participating in the event were all of the faculty members and students from the Departments of Science club, which includes the Departments of Anthropology, Botany, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, and Zoology. Dr. Karsing Megu, an assistant professor in the zoology department, organized the event. Dr. M.Q. Khan, the principal of Dera Natung Government College in Itanagar, spoke as the event's main guest and covered the many ways that science has influenced everything…

01 Mar

Arunachal Pradesh hosts first-ever GI Mahotsav in New Delhi

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh showcased its rich cultural and artisanal heritage at its first-ever Geographical Indication (GI) Mahotsav in New Delhi. The three-day event, inaugurated by Union Minister for Education Dharmendra Pradhan, was held at Select City Walk, Saket, and saw participation from key dignitaries, including Union Minister Kiren Rijiju, Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein, and MPs Tapir Gao and Phangnon Konyak. Chief Minister Pema Khandu, while addressing the gathering, declared that the GI Mahotsav will be an annual calendar event, underscoring the state’s commitment to preserving and promoting its indigenous crafts. Arunachal Pradesh currently holds the highest number of GI tags…

27 Feb

Arunachal’s deputy CM attends Yangte’s silver jubilee Nyokum Yullo celebration

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshArunachal Deputy CM

At the great Nyokum Yullo Silver Jubilee celebration in Yangte, Kra Daadi District, which commemorated 25 years of the Central Nyokum Yullo Celebration in the area, Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein was there. The occasion was a colorful exhibition of the long-standing customs of the Nyishi community, signifying solidarity, pride in one's culture, and ancestry. DCM Mein expressed his sincere congratulations to the Yangte people and underlined the significance of conserving Arunachal's native customs and culture. Mein promised ongoing support for cultural development in the state and reaffirmed the government's dedication to maintaining native languages, tribal customs, and traditions. He…

26 Feb

On the eve of the Nyokum Festival, the governor of Arunachal Pradesh sends greetings

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshNyokum Festival

On the eve of the Nyokum celebration, which is scheduled for Wednesday, Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K T Parnaik sent his warmest regards to the state's citizens on Tuesday. "I hope the festival will bring joy, harmony, and renewed strength to the bonds that unite people as one vibrant community," the governor said in his best wishes. Parnaik emphasized that the Nyishi community's cherished customs and ideals are exquisitely reflected in Nyokum, one of the state's most extensively observed celebrations. He underlined that Arunachal Pradesh's moral legacy, social values, and cultural diversity may be highlighted through the colorful Nyokum…

25 Feb

PM-KISAN’s 19th installment will give Rs 22.64 crore to Arunachal farmers

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshPM-KISAN

Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated during an event in Bhagalpur, Bihar, that farmers in Arunachal Pradesh would get Rs 22.64 crore as part of the 19th payment of the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana (PM-KISAN). The announcement was a component of a broader national campaign, with counterpart events being held at Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) all over the nation. These featured displays that showcased sustainable agriculture methods, such as those that focused on Natural Farming, Organic Farming, and GI-tagged products. Alongside senior department officials, State Agriculture Minister Gabriel D. Wangsu participated electronically in the event. He praised the program's effect on…

24 Feb

BSNL: Arunachal Pradesh will have mobile network connectivity by June

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Every village in Arunachal Pradesh will have access to a mobile network once Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited's (BSNL) 4G saturation project is finished by June 30, 2024. BSNL Arunachal Pradesh Business Area General Manager Saket Kr Verma provided the update at a recent Telecom Advisory Committee (TAC) meeting. He also discussed the state government's telecom plans, the difficulties in putting these projects into action, and the status of 4G rollout, notably in Border Outpost (BOP) locations. Member of Parliament Tapir Gao, who chaired the conference, emphasized the strategic value of telecommunication in border regions, describing it as essential for national…

20 Feb

In Itanagar, Khandu opens multi-story parking structures

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshPema Khandu

Pema Khandu, the chief minister of Arunachal Pradesh, dedicated three multi-story parking structures to the public on Wednesday. Two of them are located virtually at the APST Bus Station and ESS Sector in Ganga Market, while the third is located physically at the civil secretariat. The secretariat's multi-level automated parking facility is a ten-story structure with four basement floors set aside for parking and the ground floor acting as the entrance and exit. Parking is also available on the four above-ground floors, and there is a café and a gym on the top floor. The Itanagar Smart City initiative has…

19 Feb

The APSCPCR draws attention to issues with child safety and unregulated schools

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshAPSCPCR

The deputy director of school education (DDSE) for the capital region and the midday meal (MDM) program nodal officer were called by the Arunachal Pradesh State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (APSCPCR) on Tuesday to discuss important matters pertaining to the state capital's schools. The Commission requested information on MDM provisions, the formation of Prahari Clubs in educational institutions, and the status of registered and unregistered schools in ICR. The Commission voiced worry over the growth of uncontrolled schools that lack proper facilities and policies, endangering the safety of students as well as the quality of education. It emphasized…

18 Feb

The “Leader in Offbeat Mountain Destination” award goes to Arunachal Pradesh

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshArunachal Pradesh

At the World Travel & Tourism Festival 2025, the coveted "Leader in Offbeat Mountain Destination" award was given to the calm and beautiful state of Arunachal Pradesh in northeastern India. The state's unparalleled beauty as an untouched destination for tourists seeking pristine landscapes, lush flora, and animals, and a rich cultural legacy is reflected in the honor. This accolade is evidence of Arunachal Pradesh's rising popularity as a travel destination worldwide. The state has become a very popular destination for adventurers, nature lovers, and those interested in culture over time. Famous for its majestic mountains, verdant valleys, and pristine rivers,…

17 Feb

Itanagar promises to keep working toward a sustainable city after cleaning up

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshItanagar

The Gandhi Market area, the grounds of the Police Station, and the Legi complex were among the major Itanagar venues where a massive social service and river cleanup program was held. The Youth Mission for Clean River (YMCR) and Itanagar Municipal Corporation (IMC) Ward No-10 led the effort, which recruited more than 150 volunteers. Itanagar Smart City, the Abralow Memorial Multipurpose Society, and Rajiv Gandhi University's (RGU) NSS unit also participated. Women police officers, firefighters, police officers, and local citizens were among the participants. The Yagamso River near the Legi section, which was severely contaminated by municipal solid waste, was…