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07 Mar

Arunachal offers free coaching, incentives for UPSC aspirants

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According to Arunachal Pradesh Education Minister Pasang Dorjee Sona, the state government is using an institute in New Delhi to offer free coaching to UPSC candidates from indigenous communities. In response to a question in the Assembly, the minister stated that candidates taking the civil services exam are also receiving one-time financial incentives from the government. According to him, students who pass the preliminary exam receive Rs 2 lakh, while those who pass the final exam receive Rs 3 lakh. According to Sona, students who pass national-level exams administered by the Union Public Service Commission—such as the NDA, CDS, Indian…

06 Mar

Arunachal Pradesh Dy CM Chowna Mein highlights 7 years of PM Shram Yogi Maandhan Yojana

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As the pension plan has been in place for seven years, Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein emphasized the importance of the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan Yojana (PM-SYM), characterizing it as a significant step in bolstering financial security for workers in the unorganized sector. "Seven years of the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan Yojana, a landmark pension scheme that provides financial security to workers in the unorganized sector and strengthens social protection for the backbone of India's workforce," Mein wrote. PM-SYM is a voluntary and contributory pension plan that was introduced by the Central Government in 2019 with…

05 Mar

Chowna Mein Urges Stronger Efforts to Preserve Arunachal Pradesh’s Rich Biodiversity

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Deputy Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh Chowna Mein has called for stronger collective efforts to protect wildlife and preserve the state’s rich biodiversity. Speaking on the occasion of World Wildlife Day, he urged people to take responsibility in safeguarding forests and endangered species. Mein said conservation is not only about protecting animals and forests but also about maintaining the ecological balance that supports all forms of life. He appealed to citizens to act as responsible stewards of nature and work together to protect the natural environment. In a message shared on the occasion of World Wildlife Day on March 3,…

05 Mar

AAPSU Polls Cancelled in Itanagar After Clashes Between Rival Candidates Raise Tensions

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The district administration in Itanagar has withdrawn permission for holding the election and conference of the All Arunachal Pradesh Students’ Union (AAPSU) following concerns over the law and order situation in the state capital. The permission was earlier granted for the AAPSU election and conference to be held at the Jubilee Hall of Dera Natung Government College in Itanagar. The approval had been issued by the Office of the Deputy Commissioner, Itanagar, through an order dated February 5, 2026. Under the order, Chief Election Commissioner Nabam Tamar had been allowed to conduct the election process between February 17 and February…

05 Mar

AAPSU Election Halted After Itanagar Administration Withdraws Permission

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The Itanagar district administration has revoked permission for the All–Arunachal Pradesh Students' Union (AAPSU) election and conference due to increasing law and order concerns following violent clashes between rival candidates. The Deputy Commissioner of Itanagar formally withdrew the previous approval, initially granted through Office Order No. DC/ICC/17012/12/2026-JUD on February 5, 2026, which allowed elections from February 17 to 23, 2026, contingent on certain conditions. The original order stipulated that the district administration could suspend or cancel the election depending on the law-and-order situation. Recent incidents of violence have prompted officials to act, particularly in light of the upcoming Sixth Session…

03 Mar

Arunachal Dy CM Urges United Push for Wildlife Conservation

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On the occasion of World Wildlife Day today, the Deputy Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, Chowna Mein, said the government is committed to conserving the state's rich biodiversity and urged people to safeguard forests and endangered species. "On this World Wildlife Day, let us protect the extraordinary biodiversity that enriches our planet with life and colour. Arunachal Pradesh, blessed with vast forests and remarkable wildlife, shelters some of the most majestic and rare species on Earth," he said. Mein appealed to citizens to act as "responsible stewards of nature" and emphasised that conservation goes beyond protection. Conservation is about sustaining…

03 Mar

Residents Of An Arunachal Pradesh Village Sign MoU For Siang Multipurpose Project PFR Activities

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In a pivotal move for the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP), the Government of Arunachal Pradesh and Pangkang Jorkong village residents signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) allowing for Pre-Feasibility Report (PFR) activities. The MoU was endorsed by 79 of 86 households in the village, showcasing strong local support for a project deemed crucial for national energy security and regional development. Key officials, including Minister Ojing Tasing, expressed commitment to inclusive development, emphasizing the need for environmental and community interest safeguards. The MoU is specifically for PFR, with plans for consultations with Project Affected Families (PAFs) post-feasibility, and development packages…

03 Mar

Arunachal Cabinet Meeting Ends with Key Approvals

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The Arunachal Pradesh Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Pema Khandu, has approved several pivotal decisions aimed at enhancing various sectors including education, financial management, health administration, employee welfare, and climate action. Five significant resolutions concerning the education sector were made, which include: the regulation of teacher transfers through legislative measures; the granting of professorships to college educators under the Career Advancement Scheme per UGC Regulations 2018; amendments to the recruitment rules for government college principals; establishing rules for Physical Education Teachers; and a revision of the state's seat reservation policy for diploma and allied programs. A major legislative initiative, the…

26 Feb

FLN Centre at Doimukh launched by Pema Khandu to boost early learning

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In an effort to improve early-grade education in the state, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu opened a Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) Center in Doimukh. The center is designed to guarantee that every kid attains foundational reading and numeracy by the end of Grade 3 while being attentive to local culture and requirements, according to the Chief Minister. It is in line with the National Education Policy 2020 and the NIPUN Bharat Mission. "Opened the Doimukh Foundational Literacy & Numeracy (FLN) Center. The FLN Center is the first in the nation to guarantee that all children acquire fundamental literacy…

26 Feb

Pema Khandu Inaugurates Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Centre at Doimukh

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Arunachal Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Thursday inaugurated a Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) Centre at Doimukh. Aligned with National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and NIPUN Bharat Mission, the FLN Centre is the first in the country to ensure that every child attains foundational literacy and numeracy skills by the end of Grade 3 attuned with local Arunachal culture and needs. The Centre adopts play-based, child-centric pedagogy, encourages mother tongue instruction in early grades, ensures continuous assessment, and emphasizes teacher capacity building with active community participation. “This center is the result of a true team effort with support from NHPC,…