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12 Nov

Doimara welcomes first-ever Eaglenest Butterfly Festival to showcase Arunachal’s rich biodiversity

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

In a first-of-its-kind celebration, the Eaglenest Butterfly Festival 2024 launched with a three-day event in Doimara, located in Arunachal Pradesh's scenic West Kameng district. Organized by Nature’s Friendship Rupa and Mahila Shakti Kendra of Balipara, with backing from the Department of Tourism and the Department of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, the festival aimed to promote the critical role butterflies play in ecosystem health. Festival activities included guided butterfly and bird walks through the picturesque Doimara and Khellong regions, giving enthusiasts a chance to appreciate these vital pollinators and deepen their understanding of their ecological importance. Discussions were also held…

12 Nov

Arunachal Pradesh deputy CM Chowna Mein expresses concern about the youth drug abuse crisis

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshChowna Mein

Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein has voiced concern about the state's high rate of drug misuse. Participating in Sunday's Adi Youth Fest 2024 at Pasighat, which was hosted by the Adi Ba:ne Kebang Youth Wing with the theme "Say No To Drugs," Mein emphasized the negative impact that drug usage has on communities and reaffirmed the government's resolve to address the issues. According to a news release released here on Monday, he called for strict measures against drug dealers in order to eliminate the increasing drug problem from society. The deputy chief minister praised Women Against Social Evils…

12 Nov

Eaglenest Butterfly Festival held

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Here in the West Kameng area, the inaugural three-day Eaglenest Butterfly Festival came to an end on Monday. The first Eaglenest Butterfly Festival 2024 began in Doimara, Arunachal Pradesh's West Kameng district, and will last for more than three days. It is a celebration of nature's colorful beauties. With assistance from the state's Department of Tourism and the Department of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Nature's Friendship Rupa and Mahila Shakti Kendra of Balipara organized the event. The festival's goal was to draw attention to how important butterflies are to the ecosystem. Both specialists and enthusiasts took part in intensive…

11 Nov

Delhi’s new Arunachal Sadan will make state tourists more comfortable

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Arunachal Pradesh government plans to open a modern facility in Dwarka, New Delhi, aimed at meeting the needs of state officials, patients, and students. The 1,750-square-meter Arunachal Sadan features 41 luxurious rooms, a conference room, medical room, and gourmet kitchen. It features basement parking, CCTV, fire detection, car elevators, and diesel generators for safety and convenience. Conveniently located near Dwarka ISKCON Temple. Resident Commissioner Amjad Tak highlighted the establishment of the Arunachal Sadan in New Delhi as a significant step towards enhancing support for Arunachal Pradesh residents. The facility will serve as a third option for accommodations, alongside the existing…

11 Nov

A delegation from Arunachal Pradesh participates in the 67th CPA conference

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshCPA conference

Speaker Tesam Pongte will lead a delegation from Arunachal Pradesh to the 67th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Conference in Sydney. With the subject "Engage, Empower, Sustain: Charting the Course for Resilient Democracy," the gathering, which will bring together more than 700 lawmakers from throughout the Commonwealth, will take place from November 3 to November 8, 2024. The Arunachal delegation is composed of Chau Zingnu Namchoom, HMLA, Kardo Nyigyor, Deputy Speaker, and Minister Dasanglu Pul, who is a female delegate. Tadar Meena, the secretary of the Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly, is assisting and directing them. Margaret Beazley AC KC, the governor…

11 Nov

Indian Railways has become safer than ever to travel

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Indians are safer on the trains than they have ever been. This is especially admirable considering that India is the nation that transports the most people by rail, with over one lakh crore passenger kilometres (PKM) and over 685 crore passengers every year. Passenger safety is of utmost importance to Indian Railways. More than Rs 1 lakh crore was invested in safety-related initiatives in 2023–2024, and even more is planned for the current fiscal year. This will result in better road safety close to tracks by building over- and under-bridges, as well as better maintenance of trains, bridges, tracks, and…

09 Nov

Mandala stands as a top tourist destination

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Mandala Top, located in the West Kameng district, 28 kilometers from Dirang, is a popular tourist destination. It features a 22-foot-tall copper statue of the Buddha in the middle of a circle of 108 manes. As 108 symbolizes 108 earthly cravings, 108 lies, and 108 delusions, and because it is thought that there are 108 temptations on the path to nirvana, the number 108 is fortunate in the Buddhist faith. "Local MLA Phurpa Tsering, with the help of well-wishers, came up with the idea to build the 108 Jangchup chorten at such a height, symbolically promoting peace and prosperity," said…

08 Nov

‘Ane’s Home’ opens in Itanagar for trauma survivors

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

In a significant push for community welfare and progressive law enforcement, Arunachal Pradesh Home Minister Mama Natung launched a series of new initiatives by the capital police, reflecting the state’s commitment to enhancing security and victim support.Among the projects is the newly opened Chimpu Police Station, a state-of-the-art facility designed to streamline public service and improve response times, marking a milestone in the modernization of Arunachal Pradesh’s police infrastructure. Led by DGP Anand Mohan and SP Itanagar Rohit Rajbir Singh, this initiative underscores a forward-thinking approach to law enforcement. In a groundbreaking move, the Women Police Station in Itanagar introduced…

08 Nov

The bridge near the India-China border is closed for maintenance

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The district government has closed the only bridge across the Shiyom River that connects Manigong to the rest of the state at BB Camp in Shi-Yomi district for renovation. The decision was made because the safety of the bridge was in danger due to the loosening of a high tension nut bolt that connected the suspender and the bridge girder. Traffic has been fully stopped as the Border Roads Organization begins the maintenance. Unaware of the directive, passengers on both sides of the bridge were forced to abandon their cars. The commuters went on to say that the bridge had…

07 Nov

‘Endangered’ orchid species discovered in Arunachal

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A team of researchers from the Botanical Survey of India (BSI), led by Krishna Chowlu, has recently identified a new species of orchid in the Lohit district of Arunachal Pradesh. The leafless orchid, named Gastrodia lohitensis after the district where it was discovered, is a significant addition to India’s rich biodiversity. Uncommon among orchids, this species survives without sunlight by relying on fungi in the leaf litter for nutrition. It is found exclusively in bamboo canopies near Tezu, the district headquarters, and stands out from other orchids in Southeast Asia due to its unique ridged lower lip and linear calli.…