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21 Sep

Nyeman Wangsu Set for Women’s Changquan Final, Marks Second Asian Games Selection

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh wushu player Nyeman Wangsu is set to represent India in the women’s Changquan final at the 20th Asian Games in Japan on Monday, September 21, with a medal at stake. Wangsu will compete in the final at 5:30 am IST at the Aichi Prefectural Martial Arts Hall in Japan, according to the official event schedule. Hailing from Kanubari in Longding district, Wangsu has secured her place in the Indian contingent for the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. Her qualification is a significant milestone for Arunachal Pradesh, as she becomes the first wushu player from the state to qualify for the…

19 Sep

SIFFYW Opposes CBI Case Against Activist Bhanu Tatak

ParomitaArunachal Pradesh

The Youth Wing of the Siang Indigenous Farmers' Forum (SIFFYW) has voiced strong opposition to the CBI's decision to register a case against environmental activist and lawyer Bhanu Tatak, calling the move an attempt to intimidate those opposing major hydropower projects in Arunachal Pradesh. Tatak, a leading figure in protests against the proposed 12,500-MW Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP) and the 2,880-MW Dibang Hydropower Project, is facing allegations of receiving foreign funds in violation of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), 2010. In a statement released on Wednesday, the forum alleged that the case was intended to undermine public unity…

18 Sep

Mebo Farmers Face Threat as River Shifts Course

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Severe erosion along the Siang river has affected several acres of wet cultivation in the Borguli area of Mebo subdivision in Arunachal Pradesh’s East Siang district, raising concern among farmers over the loss of standing crops and agricultural land. The river has reportedly changed its course towards the left in the Borguli area, causing erosion along the riverbank and affecting standing paddy, plantations and bamboo groves in Borguli, Seram, Kongkul, Namsing, Mer and Gadum. The situation has become particularly concerning for farmers in Borguli, where standing paddy in a large agricultural field belonging to five families has already been flooded…

17 Sep

Three-day see learning workshop inaugurated at tawang

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Arunachal Pradesh Minister for Education, Tourism, Pasang Sona on Thursday inaugurated a three-day workshop on SEE Learning at Thupten Shedrupling in Tawang. The workshop is being organised by the Department of Karmik and Adhyatmik Affairs (DoKAA) in collaboration with the Thupten Shedrupling Foundation, Tawang, with an emphasis on nurturing social, emotional and ethical values alongside academic learning. The inaugural session was graced by Tawang MLA Namgey Tsering, ZPC Leki Gombu , Secretary DoKAA Karma Leki; Tawang DC Namgyal Angmo; Tawang SP Darang Tasi, ZPM Tawang Sonam N Nordzin, ZPM Kyidphel MonpaTenzin , Vice Chairperson DoKAA S Chhoedup, Director, DoKAA Thupten…

17 Sep

No Confirmed Chinese Entry Into Taksing, Says Arunachal MP Tai Tagak Amid Border Concerns

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh Rajya Sabha MP Tai Tagak has denied having any confirmed information of a Chinese incursion into Taksing in Upper Subansiri district, while cautioning that the possibility of such an incident cannot be completely ruled out because of the difficult terrain and large stretches of uninhabited land along the border. Tagak made the remarks during his visit to Ziro in Lower Subansiri district on September 16, where he reviewed local development issues and interacted with residents and youth organisations. Taksing is one of the remote frontier areas of Arunachal Pradesh adjoining China. According to Tagak, there is currently no…

16 Sep

STSAMC Rejects Governor’s Denial of Alleged PLA Intrusion in Taksing

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The Save Taksing Save Arunachal Movement Committee (STSAMC) has described the Governor’s official denial of reports of Chinese PLA intrusion into the Taksing region as “unfortunate,” “condemnable” and “unacceptable.” The committee claimed that several civil society organisations, student bodies, political parties and local media outlets have visited the affected areas and independently reported alleged intrusions. Questioning the Governor’s denial, the committee said that members of the Nah and Mra clans, along with the Tagin Cultural Society, had visited Taksing, physically assessed the situation and submitted written reports to the Deputy Commissioner, the Chief Minister and the Governor. The STSAMC further…

16 Sep

Bhanu Tatak Faces CBI Case Over Alleged Foreign Funding

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered a case against Arunachal Pradesh-based lawyer and environmental activist Bhanu Tatak over alleged violations of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), officials said. Tatak, who is associated with the Siang Indigenous Farmers’ Forum (SIFF) and coordinates the civil society group Dibang Resistance, has been involved in protests against major hydropower projects proposed in Arunachal Pradesh. According to the FIR, filed on August 20 against Tatak and unknown persons, the CBI has alleged that she received foreign contributions directly into her personal bank account without obtaining the registration or prior permission required under…

15 Sep

Tesam Pongte Leads Four-Member Arunachal Delegation at Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference

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A four-member delegation from Arunachal Pradesh, led by assembly speaker Tesam Pongte, is attending the 69th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CPC) in South Africa, officials said on Tuesday.The conference, hosted by the Parliament of South Africa and the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) South Africa Branch, began on Monday in Cape Town.The state delegation comprises Pongte, Deputy Speaker Kardo Nyigyor, Khonsa East MLA Wanglam Sawin and Lumla MLA Tsering Lhamu.Nyigyor said in a social media post that the delegation attended the inaugural ceremony of the conference.“Altogether 56 Commonwealth countries are attending the CPA Conference and election at Cape Town, which will conclude…

14 Sep

Solung Festival Highlights Cultural Identity, Unity and Traditional Values of Adi Community

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The Solung Festival of the Adi community was celebrated with traditional fervour at Lekang in Namsai district of Arunachal Pradesh on Sunday.Elected representatives, community leaders, cultural groups and people from across the area took part in the celebration of identity, tradition and community unity.Rajya Sabha MP Tai Tagak attended the programme as chief guest, while Forest and Environment Minister Wangki Lowang was the guest of honour.Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein and Women and Child Development Minister Dasanglu Pul attended as special guests.MLAs Mohesh Chai, Mutchu Mithi, Ninong Ering, Tapi Darang, Laisam Simai and Puinnyo Apum were among those present.The gathering…

12 Sep

AAPSU, Tagin Groups Urge Arunachal Governor to Raise Alleged PLA Activities Along LAC With Centre

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The All Arunachal Pradesh Students’ Union (AAPSU) and three Tagin organisations have urged Arunachal Pradesh Governor K.T. Parnaik to take up with the Centre their concerns over alleged increased activities of China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), particularly in the Taksing and Gelemo areas of Upper Subansiri district. A delegation of the AAPSU, Tagin Cultural Society, All Upper Subansiri District Students’ Union and All Tagin Youth Association met Governor Parnaik at Lok Bhavan and submitted a five-point memorandum seeking stronger security deployment, enhanced surveillance and improved connectivity in the frontier areas. AAPSU president Meje…