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Congress demands ballot paper system in next Nagaland Assembly polls
A state unit delegation recently met Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and raised the EVM issue, and Therie said that he has assured to take up the issue with the appropriate authorities.
21 out of 25 MLAs of Naga People’s Front join NDPP in Nagaland
With the joining of the 21 NPF legislators, the strength of NDPP has gone up to 42 in the 60-member Assembly.
Nagaland Deputy CM loses key portfolio days after remarks on Peace Talks
Nagaland politics could be at crossroads but the road map is seemingly the old one !
Nagaland to again ask Centre to repeal AFSPA, says CM Neiphiu Rio
Rio said that as part of the Japan International Cooperation Agency-assisted Nagaland Forest Management Project, the Department of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has covered 91 villages across the state and would further cover 94 more villages.
Two-day walkathon commences in Nagaland demanding repeal of AFSPA
After the Mon district killings, Nagaland witnessed uninterrupted agitations in various forms demanding repeal of AFSPA and punishment to the security personnel who killed 14 Naga people and injured 30 others.
Nagaland Violence: Naga Body Imposes ‘Curbs’ of Army and Para-Military Movement
It said that the first phase of agitation against the "tyranny" of the Indian armed force shall begin on December 16 with a public rally in Mon district.
Nagaland Violence: BJP exploring replacing Home Minister Patton in Nagaland?
Though the BJP made deep inroads and captured power in Tripura in 2018, its performance was dismal in Meghalaya.
Dec 4 incident was misuse, abuse of AFSPA, says Nagaland CM
Konyak Union's Kohima unit President H. Angnyei Konyak, detailing the December 4 incident at Oting, to call for revocation of the AFSPA.
Situation in Nagaland critical but under control: Amit Shah
During that gherao, the Army again opened fire to disperse the mob; one more civilian was killed and one more was injured in these clashes, he added.
Maha Congress chief raises question over civilian killings in Nagaland
Nagpur, Dec 6 : Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee chief Nana Patole on Monday raised questions over the firing…
NHRC notice to Centre, Nagaland over civilian killings in security ops
New Delhi, Dec 6 : The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on Monday issued notice to the Defence…
14 killed in Nagaland violence after Army Operation goes awry
Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio, who rushed to Kohima from New Delhi on Sunday, has ordered a high-level probe by a Special Investigation Team.
Hunt on for final solution of Naga issue: Nagaland CM Neiphiu Rio
"As the country crosses the landmark of 75 years, it is an occasion to celebrate the remarkable contributions of Nagaland and Nagas in the journey of our great nation thus far," Rio remarked.
Nagas foiled British conspiracy to merge NE India with Pakistan: Nagaland Guv R N Ravi
The Governor said that when Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose while leading the Indian National Army launched a military campaign to drive the British out of India, thousands of Nagas had joined him.
Nagaland Guv hails Mahatma Gandhi as one of greatest disciples of Christ
Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio, Education and Tribal Affairs minister Temjen Imna Along, along with other legislators and their wives attended the pre-Christmas celebrations.
Flipkart apologises after telling customer Nagaland is ‘outside India’
Flipkart replied to a complaint raised by a customer from Kohima saying: “We appreciate your interest in shopping with us. However, sellers do not provide our services outside India.”
All Nagaland declared ”disturbed area”, AFSPA extended 6 mths
The Bharatiya Janata Party-led government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, had signed a "framework agreement" with its leadership in 2015.
Nagaland reports 1st corona cases, Assam sees spike in 24 hrs
Kohima/Guwahati/Agartala, May 25 (IANS) After Sikkim, Nagaland reported its first coronavirus case when three people, who returned from…
Mild tremors felt in Assam, Nagaland
Guwahati, Two separate mild earthquakes with a magnitude 2.8 to 3.4 hit some parts of Assam and Nagaland on…
AFSPA extended in Nagaland for six more months
It also remains in force in Assam, most of Manipur, and three districts and areas falling under the jurisdiction of four police stations in Arunachal Pradesh.
Modi wishes people on Nagaland Statehood Day
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday greeted the people of Nagaland on its 57th Statehood Day. “Best…
Gurugram Police bust gang that sold stolen luxury cars in Nagaland
Gurugram, July 12 Gurugram Police have busted a gang that stole luxury cars in Delhi and the NCR…
Shutdown in Nagaland over Citizenship Bill
Kohima, Feb 11 (IANS) Normal life came to standstill in Nagaland on Monday as a dawn-to-dusk shutdown called…
Nagaland Bandh against Citizenship Bill on Monday
Kohima, Feb 10: Several organizations across the state of Nagaland has extended support and solidarity to the bandh…
Citizenship (Amendment) Bill not applicable to Nagaland: CM
The state cabinet which met on January 18 discussed the Bill and re-iterated the earlier decisions adopted by the Cabinet on June 5, 2018 and January 7, 2019.
Nagaland a “disturbed area”: AFSPA extended
New Delhi, Dec 31 : The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) has been extended for six more…
Former Nagaland Deputy Speaker Longkmer dies in Delhi
New Delhi/Kohima, Sep 22 : Former Nagaland Assembly Deputy Speaker and Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party legislator, Imtikumzuk Longkumer,…
Nagaland: Two Assam Rifles jawans killed in gunfight
Imphal, June 18: Two Assam Rifles soldiers lost their lives, while four were injured in an ambush by…
Neiphiu Rio takes oath as Nagaland Chief Minister
Kathmandu, March 8: Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party leader Neiphiu Rio, took oath as the Chief Minister of Nagaland on…
Nagaland has 75% ‘crorepati’ MLAs, two with criminal cases
Nagaland has 75 per cent ‘crorepati’ MLAs, or 45 out of 60 MLAs elected to the legislative assembly…
Final party position in Tripura, Meghalaya, Nagaland
ArrayAgartala/New Delhi: Here is the final party position in the results declared on Saturday for assembly polls in…
Election Results 2018 update: BJP wins Tripura, gets alliance invite in Nagaland; Congress emerge as single largest party in Meghalaya
Some of the main candidates to watch for this election results are Mukul Sangma and Agatha Sangma from Meghalaya, Manik Sarkar and Biplab Kumar Deb from Tripura, and Neiphiu Rio and TR Zeliang from Nagaland.
Ready to go with BJP for new government: Nagaland CM
New Delhi, March 3 : The ruling Nagaland People’s Front (NPF) is ready to form a new government…
Meghalaya, Nagaland assembly polls: 75% & 67% voting turnout recorded in Nagaland & Meghalaya till 4 pm, Voting continues
Shillong, Feb 27: Voting for the assembly elections in Meghalaya ends and Nagaland began on Tuesday amidst tight security.…
Modi talks of Nagaland’s development, says Naga issue’s resolution soon
Tuensang (Nagaland), Feb 22: Assuring that the Centre is working towards finding an honourable settlement to the vexed Naga…
Ensure fair polling in Tripura, Meghalaya, Nagaland: Election Commission
Shillong, Feb 16: Chief Election Commissioner Om Prakash Rawat on Friday asked the election machinery in Tripura, Meghalaya and…
Are actions by NIA ahead of Nagaland assembly elections politically motivated!
The election commission has announced the election dates for Nagaland assembly but an atmosphere of uncertainty has grasped the…
Congress declares 23 candidates for Nagaland polls
Nagaland will go to the polls on February 27.
Assembly elections: Tripura to vote on Feb 18, Meghalaya, Nagaland on Feb 27; results on March 3
New Delhi, Jan 18: The Election Commission on Thursday announced the schedule for Meghalaya, Tripura and Nagaland assembly elections. While…
Nagaland CM seeks disqualification of 10 NPF MLAs
Kohima, Aug 5 : Nagaland Chief Minister T. Zeliang on Saturday said he has sought the disqualification of…
Zeliang takes oath as Nagaland chief minister
After Nagaland chief minister Shurhozelie lie Zetsu failed in floor test on Wednesday to prove majority in the…
Nagaland CM fails to turn up for floor test
Kohima, July 19: Nagaland Chief Minister Shurhozelie Liezietsu on Wednesday failed to turn up for the floor test in…
Political turmoil in Nagaland,T.R. Zeliang claims stakes to form Government
In the ongoing political disturbances in Nagaland, former chief minister T.R. Zeliang on Sunday wrote to Governor P.B.…
Encounter ensues between security forces, militants in Nagaland’s Mon
New Delhi, June 21, 2017: A gunfight broke between the Indian Army para commandos and militants in Nagaland’s Mon…
IT sleuths to file report on raids on former Nagaland top cop
Kochi, June 10: IT sleuths are to file a report on the alleged huge unaccounted wealth of former Additional…
Civilian, Army officer lost live in Nagaland’s Mon encounter
Nagaland, June 7: A civilian and a Territorial Army officer also lost his life in an encounter near the…
Asia’s largest Church, the Sumi Baptist Church inaugurated in Nagaland
Delhi, 27 April: Asia’s largest Church, the Sumi Baptist Church was inaugurated on April 22nd in Nagaland’s Zunheboto…
Nagaland CM wants employees to be in office by 9.30
Kohima, March 5: The new Nagaland Chief Minister Shurhozelie Liezietsu wants all the Government employees have to be…
Shurhozelie sworn in as Nagaland Chief Minister
Kohima, February 22: Naga People’s Front (NPF) supremo Shurhozelie Liezietsu was sworn in as the 17th Chief Minister…
Agitating groups lift shutdown in Nagaland
Kohima, Feb 21: The agitating tribal groups in Nagaland on Tuesday withdrew their indefinite shutdown on government offices…
Shurhozelie elected leader, to be Nagaland CM
Kohima, February 20: Naga People’s Front (NPF) leader Shurhozelie Liezietsu was on Monday elected as the new legislature…
Nagaland CM resigns, new CM likely on Monday
Kohima, Feb 19 (IANS) Nagaland Chief Minister T.R. Zeliang on Sunday put in his papers to pave way…
Nagaland CM T.R. Zeliang resigns
Kohima, Feb 19 : Nagaland Chief Minister T.R. Zeliang on Sunday decided to step down to make way for…
Nagaland seeks exemption from Constitution’s Part IX; Protesters want CM to resign
Kohima/New Delhi, February 5: The Nagaland government on Saturday decided to approach the Centre, seeking that the state…
Army deployed after protesters set ablaze govt bldg in Nagaland
Kohima, February 3: Five army columns have been deployed in aid to Civil Authority in Kohima after thousands…
Diamonds in Nagaland? Very likely, say scientists
Historically, diamonds in India were found only in alluvial deposits in Guntur and Krishna district of the Krishna River delta in Southern India. Currently, one of the most prominent Indian mines is located at Panna in Madya Pradesh state.
AFSPA extended for another 6 months in Nagaland
New Delhi/Kohima, Jan 3: The controversial Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) has been extended for another…
Hornbill Festival starts in Nagaland
Kisama (Nagaland), Dec 1 : The Hornbill Festival, the Festival of all Festivals in Nagaland, got off to…
Nagaland MP’s son-in-law arrested after ‘missing’ Rs 3.5 crore cash found
New Delhi, 24 Nov : The Nagaland member of Parliament’s son-in-law was arrested after missing cash of over…
Nagaland Govt soon to implement eHospital concept
4, October: The Nagaland government will soon be implementing the eHospital concept to ease the data and service…
Shootout between Assam Rifles, NSCN(K) in Nagaland
Nagaland , Aug 19 : Heavy exchange of fire took place on Friday between Assam Rifles and NSCN (Khaplang)…
Nagaland in Anime costume
14 July ,Nagaland: Nagaland is not only known for it’s scenic beauty, it’s enchanting culture and food, it’s…
Rahul Gandhi’s Interaction at the ‘Ideas For India’ Conclave, London
I think, it is very dangerous for one company to control all the air ports, all the ports, all the infrastructure.
Congress to launch Bharat Jodo padyatra, soon have internal reform task force: Sonia Gandhi
Among other plans, the Congress chief said that Phase 2 of the district-level Jan Jagran Abhiyan, that had been launched earlier, will resume a month later on June 15.
Two Arunachal men shot at by security personnel due to ‘mistaken identity’
Doctors at the AMCH said that the civilians, who received bullet injuries in their legs and hands, are out of danger now.
Manipur Polls: 77% turnout in final phase; 2 killed in separate incidents
Political parties have accused each other of disturbing free and fair elections in many places.
Naga Peace pact must be win-win deal, will respect rule of law: NNPG Chief Kitovi Zhimomi
One participant asked Kitovi, "What's the difference between your (NNPG) moral and political vision for Nagas and what existed with other Naga leaders and groups?"
2 Tripura BJP MLAs who quit party join Congress, claim more coming
Roy Barman and Saha were earlier in Congress before joining Trinamool Congress (TMC) in 2016 and then to BJP next year (2017).
PM Modi’s all out attack on Rahul Gandhi, Congress
New Delhi, Feb 8 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday launched a scathing attack on Congress leader…
Rahul Gandhi to be first speaker in debate on Motion of Thanks
Rahul Gandhi tweeted, "M0di G0vernment's Zer0 Sum Budget!" In his tweet, Rahul Gandhi deliberately put the figure 'zero' instead of the letter 'O', criticising the Budget in totality.
India 10th largest country by forest area: Economic Survey
Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh accounted for 11 per cent of India's moderately dense forest in 2021, followed by Arunachal Pradesh (10 per cent), Odisha (7 per cent), and Karnataka (7 per cent).
Cold days, dense fog in northwest India
New Delhi, Jan 16 : Starting Sunday, two western disturbances in quick succession would affect the western Himalayan…
Wet spell over east, central India, dense fog over north: IMD
Isolated rainfall is likely over Arunachal Pradesh on January 14 and 15, and very likely over Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura till January 15.
IMD predicts enhanced rainfall over east, central India till Jan 14
New Delhi, Jan 11 : The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Monday warned of an enhanced rainfall, thunderstorms…
Over 40 lakh children get Covid-19 vaccine on first day
Over 51 lakh youngsters had registered on the Co-WIN portal till Monday 8.30 PM after the process started on January 1. An estimated 7.4 crore children are there in this age group.
Assam-Meghalaya to resolve border disputes in 6 areas by Jan 15
The six disputed locations are Tarabari, Gizang, Boklapara, Pillangkata, Ratacherra, and Hahim.
Manipur media organisations observe shutdown over ad bills’ non-payment
The leaders of the EGM and the MHJU said if the state government does not respond after Thursday's strike, the media houses would boycott the news related to the Ministers.
Naga Organisations continue Protests against Killing of 14 Civilians
Naga civil society organisations have continued to impose "total restrictions" on the movement of the army and paramilitary in the Konyak-dominated areas of Nagaland.
ICRA revises India’s Q2FY22 GDP growth to 7.9%
ICRA attributed the Centre's renewed spending in the economy as the cause for this upward revision.
BSF dismisses allegations of entering Bengal’s territorial Jurisdiction
Kolkata, Nov 17 : A day after the West Bengal state legislative assembly passed a resolution demanding the…
Sitharaman interacts with CMs, FMs to step up investment, growth
New Delhi, Nov 15 : With a view to enhance the investment climate in the country in the…
Production of Honey Increased to 1.25 lakh MT in 2021: Govt
New Delhi, Nov 12 : Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Narendra Singh Tomar, said on Thursday…
Padma awards to classical singer Pt Chhannulal Mishra, Sushma Swaraj, Mary Kom
New Delhi, Nov 9 : President, Ram Nath Kovind on Monday presented seven Vibhushans, including to classical singer…
NDA allies, Congress to leverage bypolls outcome in upcoming elections
"Both BJP and the Congress have high stakes in Assam and the outcome of the bypolls are likely to influence the upcoming assembly polls in the neighbouring states."
Curtain Raiser: NDA, Congress face-off for 9 Assembly Bypolls in 3 NE states
The counting of votes in all seats will take place on November 2.
Nagas cannot be carried away by ‘post solution narrative’ trap: NSCN-IM
The rebel group also issued a statement on August 15, pressing their demands for the separate Constitution and flag.
Flood-affected Kerala to witness rains for 3-4 days more: IMD
Isolated very heavy falls are also very likely over Gangetic West Bengal on Monday and over sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim on October 19 and 20, the IMD said.
Influential Manipur tribal leader Athuan Abonmai abducted, gunned down
Local media reports said that 20 armed cadres of a hill-based extremist outfit kidnapped Abonmai near Pallong village.
Opinion: Congress’ Revival Journey: It’s all about making the Right Beginning
The Congress faces a major challenge in the form of factionalism. However, 'factionalism' is in the 'inherent' culture of the party.
Copper Mahseer is Sikkim’s state fish
In India, Katley are mostly found in Himalayas, especially in the northeastern states of Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, and Nagaland. In Sikkim, Katley are found in varied altitudes covering the entire state, predominantly confined in Teesta and Rangit rivers and their tributaries. There are as many as 48 indigenous species of Mahseer in Sikkim, an official said.
Noise pollution at number two in environment related offences: NCRB
A 2020 report from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) had shown that Chennai was the noisiest city among the six metro cities even as noise levels were pretty high in other metros too.
Militants kill 5 truck drivers in Assam, vehicles set on fire
The security forces have launched a massive combing operation to nab the militants in the hilly district, which is around 300 km southeast of Guwahati.
Adani Group likely to take over Guwahati Airport in October
In 2018, the Central government leased out six AAI airports -- Guwahati, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Lucknow, Thiruvananthapuram, and Mangaluru -- for operation, management and development under the Public Private Partnership (PPP) model.
Assam Police summons Mizoram MP, 6 officials, Zoramthanga for amicable solution
Guwahati/Aizawl, July 31 : The Assam Police has issued summons to Mizoram’s Rajya Sabha member and six state…
Hindu Boy Lying to a Hindu Girl is also Jihad: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Guwahati (Assam), July 11 : Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday said a Hindu boy lying…
IMD Warning: Very Heavy Rainfall in Bihar and Eastern Uttar Pradesh
Duststorm/thunderstorm with lightning & gusty winds (speed reaching 30-40 kmph) is very likely at isolated places over Rajasthan.
NorthEastern States Fare Worst in Covid-19 Recovery Rate
Mass testing continues in different parts of Manipur. Only shopkeepers with Covid free certificates only can open shops in certain districts.
Gusty Winds, Lightning Likely in Delhi, Haryana, Chandigarh
Squally weather (wind speed 40-50 kmph) very likely over Eastcentral and Southwest Arabian Sea,
India reports 11,717 Mucormycosis cases, 29K more Amphotericin vials allocated
Mucormycosis is one of the rapidly spreading infections observed in patients recovering from Covid-19.
Around 15,500 Myanmar refugees deepen Covid distress in Mizoram
A large number of Myanmarese, who belong to the Chin community, ethnically similar to the dominant Mizos of Mizoram and the Kuki-Zomi people in Manipur, are also staying at the homes of the local residents.
Amazon announces 250 million Dollar Fund for Small, Medium Businesses in India
As part of the venture fund, Amazon has announced an investment in 'M1xchange' -- a startup focusing on invoice discounting marketplace exchange for MSMEs established under the TReDS license (Trade Receivables Discounting System license).
Heavy rainfall very likely at isolated places over south Assam and Meghalaya
Thunderstorm with lightning & squall likely at isolated places over Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura; with lightning & gusty winds at isolated places over Jharkhand, West Bengal, Sikkim, Lakshadweep, Kerala, Mahe and with lightning at isolated places over Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Arunachal Pradesh, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam, Karnataka and Telangana
Government releases ₹45,000 crore as additional devolution to States in FY 2020-21
The additional amount of ₹45,000 crore was released in two instalments of ₹14,500 crore and ₹30,500 crore.
Mizoram CM urges Modi to provide asylum to Myanmar refugees
Zoramthanga said in his letter that India as the largest democracy in the world and Myanmar's immediate neighbour needs to do more and open up more in this matter.
Over 85% of new COVID-19 cases are from six states across India
Maharashtra has reported the highest daily new cases at 9,855. This is the highest number recorded in the state since October 18 when 10,259 new cases were reported.
Assam, Arunachal CMs to blame if kidnapped oil men die: ULFA-I
Anti-talk outlawed terror outfit United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) has warned that the Chief Ministers of Assam…
BJP destroying country build by Gandhi, Nehru: Congress
The BJP is destroying the country that was built by Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru, the President of the All India Mahila Congress, Sushmita Dev, said here on Friday while addressing a gathering organised by her party demanding the withdrawal of all the three Central farm laws.
Rise in Severe Acute Malnutrition in children a major worry: CMAM Association
According to the CMAM Association, reports released by different agencies have pointed to the need for strengthening community-based treatment of SAM.
Railways to link India with Bangladesh, Nepal by next year
The government-owned IRCON International Limited (IRCON), under the Ministry of Railways, was carrying out the construction work of the project.
143 Indian police stations don’t have wireless/mobile, 257 without vehicles
New Delhi, Dec 30 : Of the 16,833 police stations in India, 143 do not have wireless or…
NSCN-IM reprimands its cadre for marching with Indian, Naga flags
The Central government headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi had signed a “framework agreement” with the NSCN-IM in 2015.
GST compensation shortfall: 8th tranche of Rs 6K Cr released to states
Ministry of Finance has released the 8th weekly instalment of Rs 6,000 crore to the states to meet…
Meghalaya parties’ stir to enforce ILP to keep state out of CAA purview
To visit the ILP-governed states, foreign nationals and even people from other states of India, now need to take a permit.
Security to be beefed up along inter-state borders in NE
The police took the injured driver, who drove a goods laden truck to Mizoram, to a health centre for medical treatment.
Assembly by-polls: BJP-led NDA dominates in two NE states
Imphal/Kohima, Nov 10 : The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) on Tuesday won five seats including one unopposed…
Karnataka bans firecrackers during Diwali, CM says decision taken keeping in mind Covid situation
The Karnataka government has decided to ban firecrackers in the state ahead of the Diwali festival. Karnataka CM…
Ganguly’s BCCI team completes one year, crippled by Corona
The north-east states say the BCCI needs to address the issue of their annual grants immediately.
Former CBI Director Ashwani Kumar dies by suicide at his home
Sources said that he was under depression for past some time
Madhya Pradesh: Task cut out for Kamal Nath and Congress in, Gujarat bypolls
Besides, one parliamentary seat in Bihar and two Assembly seats in Manipur will also go for bypolls on November 7. The counting of votes will be take place on November 10.
Bypolls for 56 Assembly, one LS seat in November
The commission has also decided not to hold by-elections to seven constituencies in four states. Elections on these seats will be held early next year.
Covid-19 joblessness pushing youths to extremist groups in Northeast
Adding to this are the reports of a large consignment of China-made weapons reaching the hands of the secessionist Myanmar-based radical groups, who share close links with militant groups in India's Northeast.
Status of Skill Development in the Country
New Delhi: Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) is implementing a flagship scheme known as Pradhan Mantri…
GST compensation cess: 13 states decide, 12 opt for 1st option
Six more states — Goa, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Mizoram and Himachal Pradesh — will be giving their choice in a day or two, said people in the know.
Coronavirus: Covid hits 3,800 central security personnel in northeast
Many Indian Army, Indian Air Force, and National Disaster Response Force personnel have also tested positive for coronavirus.
Kashmiri Pandits demand restoration of statehood for J&K
The people of Jammu and Kashmir are your own people, love them and as a good gesture confer special status to Jammu and Kashmir.
India Adds Nearly 1 Lakh More Cases Within 48 Hours
The government is making all efforts to come up with a vaccine against the novel coronavirus so that human lives can be saved. The authorities have started human trials of indigenous vaccines in six cities.
Hundreds of paramilitary troopers in North Eeat test Covid-19 positive
Many Indian Army personnel have also tested positive in Nagaland and other northeastern states.
Nepotism Kills? No Way
Nepotism is a much-abused word lately, and the media, with its limited vocabulary, loves to flash it -- be it politics, sports or films.
Coronavirus: Assam’s Covid-19 cases climb to 3,092
As the number of Covid cases are rapidly rising, as many as 43 areas of the Guwahati city had been declared as containment zones, of which 24 areas were still sealed.
Shivakumar books train tickets for migrants after Priyanka’s request
According to the Congress leaders, tickets for stranded migrant workers were being booked on the basis of the availability.
Over 3.50 lakh returnees take Covid-19 cases in NE India to 2156
Guwahati/Agartala/Aizawl, June 2 : The return of 3.50 lakh natives from south and north India has led to…
Maha will be most affected by Cyclone ‘Nisarga’, warns IMD
The depression will intensify into a deep depression --- the third and fourth stage of any cyclone formation --- by this evening. It will intensify into a cyclonic storm by June 2, the Cyclone Warning Division of the IMD said.
”One Nation One Ration Card” to cover all states by March 31
Under the NFSA, nearly 81 crore people in the country are provided foodgrains at a cheaper rate.
New machine to ramp up Covid tests to 1.2K in 24 hrs: Health Minister
New Delhi, May 14 : Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan on Thursday inaugurated COBAS 6800 testing machine at…
NCDC to study high COVID-19 infection rate among BSF men in Tripura
Of northeast India's 117 districts, only Dhalai district headquarters Ambassa was earlier declared as a Red Zone by the Union Health Ministry.
Mizoram set to become 5th Covid-19 free state in North-Eeast
Assam, at present, has 11 active Covid-19 cases. While 32 patients recovered, one died in the state.
Diesel prices up by Rs 7.10 a litre, petrol by Rs 1.67 in Delhi
Petrol Diesel Price Rate Today: A litre of petrol now costs Rs 75.54 in Chennai as compared with Rs 72.28 a litre on Monday. Diesel is retailing at Rs 68.22 a litre, Rs 2.51 more than Monday's rate
NE states for extending lockdown beyond May 3
Guwahati/Shillong/Agartala, April 27 (IANS) Most northeastern states are for extending the nationwide lockdown beyond May 3 with relaxations…
COVID-19 cases in North East rise to 30
Guwahati/Agartala, April 5 With a 57-year-old ex-BSF jawan tested positive for coronavirus from northeast on Sunday, the total…
Gathering of migrants, Jamaat event caused setback, Prez tells Guvs, LGs
New Delhi, April 3 In his second communication with all Governors, Lieutenant Governors (LGs) and Administrators, President Ram…
Six North Eastern states declare lockdown, no bar on essential services
According to the notification, all shops and business establishments, barring pharmacies and shops selling essential commodities, would remain closed during the lockdown.
Complete shutdown in northeast India during ‘Janata Curfew’
Guwahati/Agartala, March 22 The nation-wide ‘Janata Curfew’ was observed across the northeastern region on Sunday as the shutdown…
Coronavirus: Now, Arunachal prohibits entry of foreigners
New Delhi, After Sikkim, now Arunachal Pradesh has prohibited for the time being the entry of foreigners into…
Delhi High Court notice to Centre on minority status based on states’ population
Thus, Hindus are being deprived of their basic rights, guaranteed under Article 30," the plea said.
Delimitation to restart in four Northeastern states
The rationale given by the government was that the exercise could be carried out "now" as the previous circumstances cease to exist.
Four North East state capitals to be in rail network: President
"Recently, the management of Indian Railways has also been restructured by my Government. This will ensure transparency, better coordination and working style, and swift decision making."
End of Shah era? Nadda is the new BJP Boss
New Delhi, Jan 20 : The BJP has got a brand new President in the form of J.P.…
Curfew relaxed for 16 hrs in Shillong, internet remains shut
Shillong, Dec 20 : Curfew was relaxed for 16 hours in two police station areas in Meghalaya’s capital…
Manoj Mukund Naravane named new Army chief
Lt Gen Naravane is currently serving as Vice Chief of the Army. Army Chief Gen Bipin Rawat is due for retirement on December 31.
Bharat Bachao Rally: Rahul Gandhi takes a dig at BJP says his name is not Rahul Sarvarkar, wont apologise for stating the truth
Launching a scathing attack on PM Modi and the ruling BJP at Bharat Bachao Rally, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said PM Modi has single-handedly destroyed economy
After US, Canada issues travel advisory for northeast
New Delhi, Dec 14 After United States, now Canada has asked its citizens to avoid “non-essential travel to…
President of India gives assent to The Citizenship Amendment Act, 2019
Delhi: The President of India gives assent to The Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019; notified in the Gazette of…
Abe’s visit and importance of Act East Forum
India-Japan relations have grown into a close strategic partnership in the past decade. Regular annual summits between their…
Protest over Citizenship Amendment Bill affects normal life in northeast
Agartala/Aizawl, Dec 10 : Normal life was badly affected across the northeast excluding Nagaland on Tuesday due to…
Parliament clears Arms Amendment Bill, 2019
New Delhi, Dec 10 : The Arms (Amendment) Bill, 2019 was cleared from Upper House on Tuesday after…
Protests in North East over Citizenship Bill
Assam, Dec 10: Protesters brunt tyres, blocked National Highways in parts of North-East as an 11-hour bandh began…
Lok Sabha burns midnight oil to pass Citizenship Amendment Bill
New Delhi, Dec 10 : The controversial Citizenship (Amendment) Bill 2019, which seeks to give Indian citizenship to…
Shah met North Eeast reps 12 hours before CAB was passed
The four organisations that met Shah were Manipur People Against Citizenship Amendment Bill (MANPAC), Zeliangrong Union (Assam, Manipur, Nagaland unit), The North East Forum for Indigenous People (NEFIP) and Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM)'s Imphal Unit.
Shah discusses CAB with northeast leaders
According to sources, he explained to them the CAB and the National Register of Citizens (NRC).
Naga militant son, bride flaunt assault rifle, case filed
Dimapur, Nov 12 Nagaland police has registered a suo-moto case against the newlywed son of a top militant…
NSCN-IM, Indian government to sign Naga peace deal
Kohima, Nov 7 The National Socialist Council of Nagalim-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) on Thursday revealed that the separatist outfit and…
BJP misleading people on Articles 370, 371, says Ramesh
Guwahati, Nov 6 Calling the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) past masters at distorting history, veteran Congress leader Jairam…
BJP’s itch with allies is old
Right now, the oldest and most time-tested ally, Shiv Sena, is in a rebellious mood as it wants equal share of power in Maharashtra, which is not acceptable to BJP.
Naga peace talks remain inconclusive, to go beyond Oct 31
Guwahati, Oct 24 The crucial talks between the Central government and the NSCN-IM in New Delhi remained inconclusive…
Hill states seek special grant to handle tourist rush
"In the long run given the low fiscal capacity of the states, if the due revenue deficit grant is not given, then to meet its statutory and constitutional obligations, these states will have to borrow more which will further increase the debt to GSDP ratio of the state, making it highly indebted,"
Serving BSF man, wife declared as foreigners
Guwahati, Aug 23 (IANS) After retired Indian Army Captain Md. Sona Ullah, a Foreigners’ Tribunal in Assam has…
NSCN-IM apprehensive of govt’s commitment to Naga issue
Kohima, Aug 8 The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) has expressed apprehension over the Centre’s commitment to…
Kashmir in Lockdown: Modi government scraps Article 370
The entire state is under lockdown and the BJP government decides the future of the State without reading the hearts and minds of Kashmiris.
Assam flood situation worsens, death toll rises to 7
"At least 15 trains have either been cancelled or terminated due to the suspension of the train movement on the stretch,"
Uttar Pradesh Rains: 15 dead, 133 buildings collapse
Lucknow, July 13 : The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted thunderstorms and lightning accompanied with rain during…
No rains likely in Delhi-NCR before July 15
New Delhi, July 12 (IANS) Despite the cloud cover over Delhi-NCR, the much awaited monsoon rains are unlikely…
Army dismantles NSCN IM hideout in Manipur
Kohima, July 7 : In a major blow to the insurgent groups,the Indian Army has dismantled an undesignated…
Heatwave to continue in Northern India till Wednesday
Northern India will continue to sizzle in the heatwave conditions for the next two days till Wednesday, the…
MLA Triong Aboh among 10 killed in Naga rebel attack in Arunachal
Guwahati, May 21 (IANS) At least 11 persons, including Arunachal Pradesh legislator Tirong Aboh, were killed in an…
Fani Aftermath: 79 flights cancelled in northeast
Guwahati, May 4: A total of 79 flights were cancelled at different airports in the northeast region due…
Final voter turnout in four phases of Lok Sabha Elections 2019 – Check Here
Polling for four phases of Lok Sabha elections have already taken place – on April 11, April 18…
NSCN-IM vacates unauthorised camps in Manipur
New Delhi, May 2 The NSCN-IM has vacated an “unauthorised camp” which it had set up in Ukhrul…
Lok Sabha Election 2019 Phase 1: Voting ends in 91 constituencies
New Delhi, April 11: Polling for the first phase of Lok Sabha elections in 91 constituencies across India…
Google Doodle in India focuses on Lok Sabha polls
New Delhi, April 11: Google on Thursday marked the beginning of the general elections in India with a…
Voting for 91 Lok Sabha seats in first phase on Thursday
Guwahati, April 10 : Ninety-one Lok Sabha constituencies spread across 18 states and two UTs will go to…
Earthquake of magnitude 5.2 hits Manipur
Manipur, April 4: An earthquake of slight intensity jolted India’s northeastern states on Thursday, an official said. There…
‘Emergency’ situation on India-Myanmar border: Intel inputs
New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) The Myanmar Army is set to impose emergency in its Rakhine state to…
AFSPA Withdrawn From 3 Districts of Arunachal Pradesh
April 2 ; The controversial Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, which gives sweeping powers to security forces, has…
16th Lok Sabha passed 240 bills, had 312 sittings
New Delhi, March 27: Election watchdog Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) on Wednesday said that the outgoing Lok…
Congress’ Central Election Committee to meet on Tuesday
New Delhi, March 18 : The meeting of the Central Election Committee of Congress party will be held…
Notification for 91 Lok Sabha seats in first phase issued
New Delhi, March 18: The Election Commission on Monday, issued notification for the first phase of the seven-phased…
Sushmita, Pala in Congress third Lok Sabha list
New Delhi, March 16: The Congress on Friday released its third list of party candidates fielding its sitting…
Lok Sabha Election 2019 Schedule: Seven-phase polling in Bihar, UP, Bengal
New Delhi, March 10 (IANS) Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal will see staggered Lok Sabha elections spread…
Lok Sabha Election 2019 Schedule: General Elections state-wise dates announced by Election Commission
Lok Sabha Election Dates, Schedule 2019: All eyes are on the Election Commission (EC) of India. EC is expected to announce the date for General Elections 2019 soon.
SC has given serious responsibility: Mediator in Ayodhya title dispute
Chennai, March 8: Senior advocate and a pioneer in the field of mediation Sriram Panchu on Friday termed…
The 3 mediators on Ayodhya title dispute
New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Friday ordered mediation to settle the Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid…
NPP to contest all Lok Sabha seats in Northeast
Shillong, Feb 9: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Saturday announced that his party will contest all…
NDA may fall 15 seats short of majority, says survey
The survey was done after the results of assembly polls in five states including Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh where Congress has formed governments.
Cricket’s high & low: From MeToo to sandpaper scandal to triumph Down Under
The gentleman’s game hit a new low in 2018 when two of the world’s finest batsmen — Steve…
Rahul Gandhi earns his spurs, emerging as effective campaigner, strategist: 2018 in Retrospect
It was a year Congress President Rahul Gandhi came into his own as a campaigner and strategist, emerging…
BJP appoints election incharges for 17 states
Party spokesperson Nalin Kohli, who was earlier incharge of Meghalaya, has been given responsibility as election incharge of Manipur and Nagaland.
Christmas celebrated across the nation with fervour and gaiety
Christmas trees dotted various shopping malls and hotels across the state. The largest congregation was held at the Santhome Basilica in the city.
Army Court Orders Dismissal of Major General for Sexual Harassment of woman officer
Chandigarh, Dec 23 : A serving Major General of the Indian Army has been ordered to be dismissed…
Appropriate for BJP to have ‘principal conspirator’ as its chief: Rahul Gandhi
New Delhi, Nov 22: After a CBI officer testified in a court that Amit Shah was among the “principal…
Abduction case: NIA files chargesheet against five NSCN(K) activists
Shillong, Nov 6 : The National Investigation Agency has filed a charge-sheet against five members of the Myanmar-based…
Why Northeast matters for India-Japan collaboration in Indo-Pacific
This will include the Dhubri-Phulbari bridge project, which will be the longest river bridge in India when completed, as the third phase of the Northeast Road Network Connectivity Improvement Project.
Over 30% post of Information Commissioners vacant: Survey
"Out of 29 states, only 12 states have filled all posts of Chief Information Commissioners and Information Commissioners and there is no vacancy," the TII said in a release.
Ravi redesignated Deputy NSA
A 1976-batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of the Kerala cadre, Ravi retired as Special Director in the Intelligence Bureau in 2012.
Absolute decline in India’s employment post 2013: Report
"Even as GDP growth rates have risen, the relationship between growth and employment generation has become weaker over time. Growth creates fewer jobs than it used to. A 10 per cent increase in GDP now results in less than 1 per cent increase in employment," the SWI report said.
RTI corrects data for women enrolled, benefited under maternity scheme in UP
New Delhi, Sep 22: The Women and Child Development Ministry in an RTI reply to IANS has corrected the…
Rahul Gandhi appoints 9 new AICC secretaries
New Delhi, Sep 14: Nine new AICC secretaries have been appointed by Congress President Rahul Gandhi on Friday. In…
SC seeks details of criminal cases pending against MPs, MLAs
New Delhi, The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the Chief Secretaries of 19 states and six Union Territories,…
5.5 magnitude Earthquake hits Assam; tremors felt in Bihar, West Bengal
New Delhi, Sep 12: An earthquake with magnitude 5.5 on the Richter Scale hit Kokrajar, Assam on Wednesday…
BJP Promises ‘New India’ by 2022 while Opposition has no Neeti, says Javadekar
New Delhi, Sep 9 : On the second day of the National Executive meet, BJP passed a political…
BJP Council meeting : PM Modi, Amit Shah review Chief Ministers’ performance
New Delhi, Aug 28 : A day-long meeting of the BJP Chief Ministers’ Council began on Tuesday where…
Flooded Roads, Rush Hour Jams after heavy downpour in Gurugram
Gurugram, Aug 28 : Heavy rains that continued throughout the Monday night and early Tuesday in Gurugram led…
Major NGO wants NRC in Mizoram
Aizawl, Aug 27: A major NGO wants the National Register of Citizens (NRC) to be introduced in Mizoram in…
Kashmiris demand that India which was envisioned by Mahatma Gandhi : Farooq Abdullah attacks Modi
New Delhi, Aug 16 : Former chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir Farooq Abdullah attacked Prime Minister Narendra…
India steps up vigil on borders with Bangladesh, Myanmar
Agartala/Aizawl, Aug 13 : Ahead of the Independence Day, Indian authorities have asked security forces to increase vigil along…
Heavy Rains Alert in 16 states : Highways connecting Char Dham blocked, floods in 7 states
New Delhi, Aug 13 : The National Disaster Management Authority has issued red alert for a few places…
Kerala tops in governance, Karnataka 4th, says report
Bengaluru, July 22 : Kerala stands as the best governed state in the country and Karnataka is in…
JDU to fight polls in four states on its own, 2019 seat sharing depends on BJP
Patna, July 8 :The Janata Dal -United, BJP’s ruling partner in Bihar, has announced that it will contest…
Major Handa used fake profile to Befriend Shailza
New Delhi, June 26: Probe into the killing of Army Major Amit Dwivedi’s wife Shailza Dwivedi has revealed…
Army Major killed officer’s wife when she refused o marry him: Cops
New Delhi, June 25: As the investigation into the Army officer’s wife murder progresses, the Delhi Police said Major…
Army major arrested in Meerut for allegedly killing another officer’s wife
New Delhi, June 24: An Indian Army Major was arrested in Uttar Pradesh’s Meerut on Sunday after the wife…
Youths lynched on suspicion of being child lifters in Assam’s Karbi Anglong
Guwahati, June 9: In a shocking incident, two youths from Guwahati were beaten to death by an agitated mob…
By-Polls 2018 Results: Opposition throws Challenge for BJP ahead of 2019 general election
New Delhi, May 31: The by-poll results to 10 Assembly and 4 Lok Sabha constituencies were announced on…
By-Elections 2018: Re-polling underway in Kairana, Bhandara-Gondia and Aonglenden
New Delhi, May 30: Repolling in 123 booths in Maharashtra’s Bhandara-Gondiya, Uttar Pradesh’s Kairana and Aonglenden in Nagaland…
By-Polls 2018: Samajwadi Party, RLD complains of EVM malfunctioning
New Delhi, May 28: Voting is presently underway in four Lok Sabha seats and 10 Assembly constituencies across the…
Minorities Commission to meet on giving minority status to Hindus
New Delhi, May 25: The National Commission for Minorities (NCM) is scheduled to meet on June 14 and…
Congress demands PM’s clarification on Naga pact
"Manipur could demand a Kashmir-like status under the provisions of the merger agreement." He also demanded a categorical clarification by Modi, calling it a very serious issue.
Thunderstom Updates: Shimla hit by Severe hailstorm, Rain lashes Chandigarh
New Delhi, May 8: Thunderstorm, accompanied by gusty winds and moderate squall is likely to hit several parts…
Sonia to address first election rally in almost two years
New Delhi, May 7 (IANS) UPA Chairperson Sonia Gandhi and former Congress President Sonia Gandhi will address her first…
Cash Crunch returns as ATMs in northeastern states go dry
Agartala/Kohima/Itanagar, May 5: The cash drought in most of the ATMs of the northeastern states has caused a lot…
IMD warns of thunderstorm in Himachal, Jammu ; Uttarakhand
New Delhi, May 4: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday warned of thunderstorms, squalls, and gusty winds…
AFSPA removed from Meghalaya, restricted in Arunachal
New Delhi, April 23 (IANS) The Union Home Ministry has removed Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) from…
Why no Lokayukta, SC asks 11 states, one Union Territory
The 11 states and a UT, which have not appointed Lokayukta or Uplokayukta, include Jammu and Kasjmir, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Tripura, West Bengal and Arunachal Pradesh.
Gorakhpur, Phulpur results may set opposition template for 2019 polls
The opposition parties are expected to wait for assembly elections this year in Karnataka, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh before taking a call on the issue.
BJP’s politics of dualism could easily backfire
It is unlikely, therefore, that the BJP will look on benignly if any beef parties are held in Nagaland or Meghalaya as they were earlier in Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
India under Modi’s rule
Two statues of Russian Communist icon Vladimir Lenin were brought down in Tripura by the BJP workers and supporters amid slogans of "Bharat Mata ki Jai" reminds India under a fascist rule.
BJP’s blind quest for power superseding stability of northeast: Congress
New Delhi, March 5: As the BJP and its alliance partners were on Monday all set to form governments…
Congress respects people’s mandate: Rahul Gandhi on northeast polls
New Delhi, March 5: After the verdict of recently-concluded assembly polls in three northeastern states, Congress President Rahul…
Crushing 25-years of Left Front rule, BJP pulls off emphatic win in Tripura
Balloting in Charilam (reserved for the tribals) has been deferred to March 12 after CPI-M candidate Ramendra Narayan Debbarma died a week before the polls.
People have no respect for negative politics thus reposing faith in NDA: Modi
New Delhi, March 3: Hailing the election mandate in the northeast, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said…
Left Sarkar ousted in Tripura as BJP surges in Northeast
Agartala/Shillong/Kohima, March 3: In a saffron surge in the northeast, the BJP put up a spectacular show in…
Will go for non-Congress government in Meghalaya, says Ram Madhav
Agartala, March 3: The BJP on Saturday said people in the northeast have voted for a change in Tripura…
Opposition parties should field common candidates against NDA: Salman Khurshid (IANS Interview)
By Prashant Sood New Delhi, Feb 22: Opposition parties should strive to field a common candidate against the…
Assembly elections 2018: Congress releases list of candidates for Tripura, Meghalaya
New Delhi, Jan 27: The Congress on Saturday released the list of candidates for the Legislative Assembly elections of Tripura…
UP celebrates its first birthday at 68
Lucknow, Jan 24: Uttar Pradesh celebrated its first birthday at the age of 68 on Wednesday as Vice…
Notifications for February 18 Tripura polls issued
Agartala, Jan 24: The statutory notifications for the February 18 elections to the 60-member Tripura Assembly were issued…
Congress confident of poll victory in 3 northeastern states
New Delhi, Jan 18: The Congress said it was confident of retaining power in Meghalaya, and winning in Nagaland…
2017 In Retrospect: Opposition parties showed some unity, face formidable challenges
New Delhi, Dec 30: Opposition parties witness a daunting task to check the BJP’s rise and expansion under Prime…
Christmas celebrated with great zeal in northeast India
Aizawl/Kohima/Agartala, Dec 25: Christmas was celebrated on Monday across the northeastern region of India with special prayers, hymns and…
Airtel to connect 2,100 uncovered villages in northeast
New Delhi, Dec 10: Telecom major Airtel on Sunday said it will provide mobile connectivity in 2,100 uncovered villages…
Kailash Kher supports Manipuri farmers for free
Imphal, Dec 5: Singer Kailash Kher, a Padma Shri awardee, is set to perform in Tamenglong in Manipur to…
Rahul Gandhi’s hands full of challenges as party chief, needs new formulas
Congress Vice-President Rahul Gandhi’s long-delayed elevation as party chief is eventually taking place at a time when Congress…
India allows 1,300 Buddhists from Myanmar’s Rakhine state to enter Mizoram
Lawngtlai (Mizoram), Dec 4 : In a contradiction of its own policy, the Indian government has allowed over…
Tamil Nadu has highest number of women entrepreneurs: Report
New Delhi, Nov 22:Tamil Nadu has the highest number of women entrepreneurs in India, after Kerala and West Bengal,…
RIFF 2017 was an amazing sweep of traditional music
By Mudita Girotra Jodhpur, Oct 14: From Scotland to Spain, from Ghana to Mexico, from France to here in…
NSCN rebels attack army base in Arunachal
Itanagar, Oct 10: Myanmar-based National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) rebels on Tuesday attacked an Indian Army base in…
India opens two border crossing points with Myanmar, Bangladesh
India enjoys close relations with Bangladesh and shares a 4,096-km-long border which touches Assam, Tripura, Mizoram, Meghalaya and West Bengal.