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05 Aug

Repeat Drug Offender Among Four Held in Arunachal

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Namsai Police in Arunachal Pradesh arrested four persons, including a repeat offender previously booked in multiple narcotics cases, during an anti-drug operation and seized suspected heroin, cash believed to be proceeds of drug trafficking and other incriminating materials. The operation was carried out on August 3 at around 6.45 pm after police received specific information about alleged drug peddling near the Circuit House in Namsai. Acting on the tip-off, a police team led by Deputy Superintendent of Police and SDPO Namsai Kengo Dirchi conducted a raid with the support of the All Namsai Area Youth Association (ANAYA). The arrested persons…

03 Aug

Governor Congratulates Arunachal Duo on Mt Kun Summit

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Two women mountaineers from Arunachal Pradesh have successfully climbed Mt Kun, a 7,077-metre peak in Ladakh's Zanskar range, adding another milestone to the state's growing achievements in adventure sports. January Tali from Yingkiong in Upper Siang district and Hachu Lombo from Anini in Dibang Valley district reached the summit at around 6 a.m. on July 27 after completing a challenging high-altitude expedition. The achievement has been widely appreciated, with Arunachal Pradesh Governor K.T. Parnaik congratulating the two climbers for their successful ascent. In a statement, the Governor said, "Their successful ascent reflects extraordinary courage, determination, endurance and mental strength." He…

01 Aug

Pema Khandu emerges Northeast’s richest CM; Conrad Sangma among least wealthy, says ADR report

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Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has emerged as the wealthiest chief minister in the Northeast and the fourth richest in India, while Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma is among the region's least wealthy leaders, according to a report released by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR). The report, based on self-declared election affidavits submitted by 31 chief ministers from 28 states and three Union Territories, states that Khandu has declared assets worth Rs 332.56 crore, making him one of only four billionaire chief ministers in the country. In comparison, Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma has declared assets worth…

31 Jul

Dollungmukh Landowners Seek Fair Compensation, Fresh 50-Year Lease from Indian Air Force

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Bonafide landowners of the Dollungmukh area in Arunachal Pradesh's Kamle district have urged the Indian Air Force (IAF) to provide fair compensation for land that has been under its use for more than five decades and to execute a fresh 50-year lease agreement for its continued occupation. Representing the affected landowners, public leader and Citizens Right Protection Forum (CRPF) Dollungmukh chairman Ajay Murtem submitted a memorandum to the Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C) of the IAF's Eastern Air Command, headquartered in Shillong. In the representation, Murtem stated that the local landowners have consistently cooperated with the Indian Air Force in the…

30 Jul

Tawang DC Chairs DTFI Meeting, Reviews Immunisation and Health Infrastructure Gaps

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The District Task Force for Immunisation (DTFI) meeting was chaired by Tawang Deputy Commissioner, Namgyal Angmo in Tawang on Thursday.During the meeting, the deputy commissioner directed officials to assess gaps in human resource requirements and reviewed infrastructural gaps within the health department across Tawang.The meeting was attended by DMO Dr. TD Namsa, DRCHO Dr. Rinchin Neema, Executive Engineer, DUDA, Phurpa Lamu, DPC ISSE, Dhondup, along with representatives from other line departments, Medical Officers and Health and Wellness Officers from across the district.The DRCHO presented the current status of immunisation coverage in the district.The DMO called for collective efforts to make…

30 Jul

Cm says public office is about service, not privilege

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on July 29 launched the Arunachal Pradesh edition of the book VIP Culture in India, authored by former Rajya Sabha MP Nabam Rebia along with Sandeep Kumar.Speaking at the launch, Khandu reiterated that public office is a responsibility to serve the people and not a position of privilege. "We are not Shashaks (rulers). We are Sevaks (servants of the people)," the Chief Minister said, adding that the principle has always guided his approach to public service. Congratulating the authors, Khandu said the book would encourage meaningful discussions on ethical leadership, citizen-centric governance and the…

29 Jul

Heavy rain alert for several Arunachal districts over next 2 days

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The IMD on Wednesday forecast thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and heavy to very heavy rainfall in several parts of Arunachal Pradesh over the next two days.In view of the forecast, residents have been urged to remain alert for flash flood and landslides in vulnerable areas of the state.According to the Meteorological Centre in Itanagar, East Siang, Lohit, Namsai and Longding districts are likely to receive heavy rainfall (6 cm to 11 cm in 24 hours) at isolated places on Thursday and Friday, July 30 and July 31, accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning.Papum Pare district, meanwhile, is likely to experience very…

29 Jul

Arunachal Dy CM Chowna Mein Inaugurates International-Standard Mini Football Stadium in Namsai

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Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister, Chowna Mein inaugurated the Mini Football Stadium at Chongkham in Namsai district on Tuesday. Constructed under funding from North East Council (NEC) and executed by the Rural Works Department (RWD), the stadium is equipped with an artificial turf and has a seating capacity of 2,025 spectators, making it suitable for hosting high-level football competitions. The programme commenced with a welcome address by the Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC), Chongkham, K. Tikhak, who welcomed the dignitaries, Heads of Departments (HoDs), PRI members and gathered public. He urged the youth to make optimum use of the modern sports…

28 Jul

Arunachal Launches Refrigerated Transport Service to Boost Mechukha Rainbow Trout Market

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Arunachal Pradesh took a major step towards strengthening its fisheries sector as the Department of Fisheries launched a refrigerated transport service to market premium rainbow trout from Mechukha in Shi-Yomi district. Fisheries Minister Gabriel D. Wangsu flagged off the first refrigerated vehicle carrying nearly 300 kg (3 quintals) of rainbow trout destined for markets in Aalo, Pasighat and Itanagar. Education Minister P.D. Sona, senior government officials, public representatives, and local fish farmers attended the event. The initiative is aimed at improving cold-chain logistics, reducing post-harvest losses and ensuring that high-quality trout from the remote Himalayan region reaches consumers in fresh…

27 Jul

Arunachal CM praises Gorkha battalion’s Tawang tenure

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Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has commended the 2/9 Gorkha Rifles for their 'exemplary service' and contributions toward humanitarian outreach and border infrastructure during their 33-month tenure in the high-altitude Mago-Chuna sector of Tawang district, bordering China.In an official Commendation Certificate as the battalion prepares to move to its next assignment, Khandu expressed gratitude to all ranks of the unit, noting that their efforts strengthened both national security and civil-military ties along the frontier."For over 33 months, the Battalion stood as a symbol of courage and commitment, transforming lives through humanitarian outreach, medical camps, community development, promotion of border…