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  Seppa, East Kameng, August 31:  A joint inspection was conducted at various locations across Seppa Township to identify children engaged in child labour and ensure their safety, protection and rehabilitation. The inspection team included representatives from the civil administration, police, Labour Department, District Child Protection Unit (DCPU) and Child Welfare Committee (CWC). The team comprised Shri Sangkar Bagang, CO, Seppa; Shri Sheychin Chena, OC, Seppa; Shri Ashok Sonam, Labour Officer; Shri Katung Gyadi, Child Protection Officer, DCPU; and Shri Chacho D. Bagang, Chairperson, CWC, Seppa. During the inspection, eight children were identified in situations involving child labour and were rescued from such circumstances for their immediate safety and protection. Following the rescue, all eight children were safely produced/admitted at Kampu Hollen Child Care Institute, Seppa, for necessary care, protection and rehabilitation. The competent authorities and the Child We...

  ITANAGAR, August 29:  Capital Police Itanagar has registered a criminal case over the alleged trespassing and encroachment of police land at the SP Capital Itanagar office premises. According to a press release issued by the Office of the Superintendent of Police, Capital Itanagar, the police department has taken action after a person allegedly trespassed on approximately six acres of police land and removed or damaged a property signboard. The written complaint was lodged by Chamrak Arun, APPS, DySP (HQ), Capital Itanagar, on behalf of the Estate Officer, SP Capital Itanagar. The police said the department is in possession of around six acres of land at the location, where signboards had been installed to demarcate the area and protect government possession. As per the complaint, the accused allegedly entered the police property without authorisation and removed or destroyed a signboard, causing damage to government property. Itanagar Police Station Case No. 256/2026 has be...

  ITANAGAR, August 30:  The Save Taksing–Save Arunachal Movement Committee (STSAM) organised a peaceful protest at IG Park, Itanagar, on Sunday against the alleged Chinese PLA incursion in the Taksing area of Upper Subansiri district. The protest, held under the motto “Our Land. Our Identity. Our Rights” and “Together for Arunachal, Together for Our Future,” was joined by various organisations and members of civil society. The protesters expressed concern over the reported presence of Chinese PLA personnel in the Taksing region and called for stronger measures to safeguard Arunachal Pradesh’s territorial integrity and border areas. STSAM placed a four-point charter of demands before the authorities. The first demand was the immediate withdrawal of Chinese PLA personnel from Indian soil under Taksing, Arunachal Pradesh. The protesters also demanded a time-bound demarcation of the international boundary between India and China, along with the immediate construction of roads, tel...

  LEDO, August 28:  Security forces apprehended an active cadre of the NSCN (IM) during a special operation in Assam’s Ledo area on August 28, officials said. The operation was launched by the 20 Assam Rifles following intelligence inputs about the presence of an NSCN (IM) cadre allegedly involved in weapon-related activities and extortion. The apprehended individual was identified as SS Sergeant Major Yangsin Khocha, a resident of Phangsun village under Namtok Police Station in Arunachal Pradesh’s Changlang district. Security forces recovered a mobile phone and a carry bag from his possession during the operation. During questioning, Khocha reportedly provided information about the alleged movement of cadres and weapons into the Changlang area. According to officials, the cadres were allegedly planning attacks against security forces and collecting extortion money in the region. Khocha also reportedly disclosed his alleged role in transferring extortion proceeds to senior cad...

ITANAGAR, August 30:  The Save Arunachal Youth Organization (SAYO) has issued a three-day ultimatum to Millo Ambo, General Secretary of the Arunachal ST Bachao Andolan, demanding an apology to Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein over allegations concerning his Scheduled Tribe (ST) status. The development comes weeks after Ambo questioned the ST certificates of Chowna Mein, alleging discrepancies in the name of Mein’s father mentioned in certificates issued in 1999 and 2019. According to Ambo and the Arunachal Bachao Andolan Committee, the alleged difference in the father’s name across the two official ST certificates raises questions about the authenticity and consistency of the records. The allegations also came amid Ambo’s demand for Chowna Mein to resign from his current position as Deputy Chief Minister. Reacting to the allegations, SAYO President Balang Sonam Effa said the claims against Mein were baseless and accused Ambo of making allegations against a leader who, according to...

  Tawang, August 30:  The Monpa Mimang Tsogpa (MMT), the apex body of the Monpa community in Tawang and West Kameng districts, has urged the Arunachal Pradesh Government to expedite the process of granting permanent affiliation to Dorjee Khandu Government College (DKGC), Tawang, with Rajiv Gandhi University. In a memorandum dated August 29, 2026, addressed to the Minister for Education, MMT also sought urgent steps to strengthen the college’s teaching and non-teaching staff and improve its infrastructure. MMT said DKGC has been functioning under temporary affiliation with Rajiv Gandhi University, Rono Hills, Doimukh, for nearly nine years. It said permanent affiliation would open wider opportunities for research collaboration, institutional partnerships and academic development for students and faculty. For the affiliation process, MMT highlighted the need for a regular principal, adequate regular teaching faculty with prescribed qualifications, including PhD wherever required...

  ITANAGAR, August 29:  Arunachal Pradesh Tourism Minister Pasang Dorjee Sona attended the valedictory ceremony of ‘Kiyak Laam Kraam – Our Journey’, a tourism and culture experience programme that brought together tour operators and homestay owners from all eight Northeastern states. In a social media post, Sona said the initiative offered participants an opportunity to experience diverse destinations of Arunachal Pradesh while connecting with the state’s people, traditions, landscapes and ways of life. ‘Kiyak Laam Kraam’, meaning ‘Our Journey’ in the Meyor language, was described by the minister as reflecting a broader approach to tourism that goes beyond simply visiting destinations and focuses on meaningful cultural and community experiences. The programme also provided a platform for tourism stakeholders from across the Northeast to exchange experiences, understand emerging tourism trends and explore opportunities for greater regional collaboration. Sona said he delivered ...

  DEOMALI, August 29:  The Nocte community has reached a historic milestone with the adoption of the proposed Nocte Script at a General Body Meeting held at Wangcha Rajkumar Government College (WRGC), Deomali, on Saturday. The meeting was organised by the Nocte Script Development Committee in collaboration with Wangcha Rajkumar Government College, Deomali, with participation from representatives of various Nocte-speaking communities. Representatives from Hahwakhun, Ollo, Khappa, Tang and Phungsung communities attended the meeting and offered suggestions to make the proposed script more inclusive. They also emphasised the scope for further amendments and refinement as the script develops. The meeting was chaired by Arunachal Pradesh Environment and Forests Minister Wangki Lowang. The programme followed the scheduled agenda and also featured cultural performances by students of Government Higher Secondary School, Deomali, and WRG College. The main highlight was the presentation ...

KEYI PANYOR, August 29:  The Waterfall (Jharna) section of the Hoj–Potin Road was officially reopened today, restoring vehicular connectivity along the important highway stretch. The reopening was carried out by Team All Nyishi Students’ Union (ANSU) in the presence of the Chief Engineer (Highway), Executive Engineer (EE), Assistant Engineer (AE), Junior Engineer (JE) and the Managing Director of the concerned contractor. The road had suffered damage following a flash flood on June 24, which affected several portions of highway stretches in Keyi Panyor district and disrupted vehicle movement for several days. The damage had caused considerable inconvenience to commuters and residents who depend on the road for regular travel and transportation between the districts. With the restoration of the Waterfall section, movement along the Hoj–Potin Road is expected to become smoother, providing relief to commuters and strengthening connectivity in the region. The restored road will particu...

  ITANAGAR, Aug 28: The All Arunachal Pradesh Students’ Union (AAPSU) on Friday demanded strict implementation of the state government’s new uniform eligibility criteria for future government recruitment and called for adherence to a “One Man, One Job” policy in Arunachal Pradesh. AAPSU president Meje Taku said the union has submitted representations to the recruitment commissions and recently met officials of the Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board (APSSB) and Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), urging strict compliance with the prescribed norms. Under the state Cabinet’s decision, candidates for direct recruitment to Group A, B and C government posts will be required to meet mandatory eligibility conditions, including possession of a Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC), Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) status and proficiency in an indigenous tribal language or local dialect. Taku said strict enforcement of the criteria is essential to protect opportu...

  KHONSA, August 28:  A Self-Help Group (SHG) Market was inaugurated at the DUDA Vendor Market near the roadside of UD-IB on the approach road to Bank Colony in Khonsa on Friday.  The initiative was organised by the Nocte Mothers Federation to provide SHG members with a dedicated space to sell their products and strengthen their livelihoods. Deputy Commissioner, Tirap, Shri Badonlum Tawsik, attended the programme as the Chief Guest, while Assistant Commissioner-cum-Deputy Director (RD), Shri Longhi Naam, was the Guest of Honour. Retired Deputy Commissioner Shri Techu Aran and Executive Engineer, Urban Development Department, Er. Lienwang Hosai, attended as Special Invitees. A total of 15 SHG vendors under the banner of the Nocte Mothers Federation participated in the inaugural programme. The market was formally opened with a ceremonial ribbon-cutting by the Chief Guest and Guest of Honour. Following the inauguration, the dignitaries inspected the various products displaye...

  ZIRO,  August 27:  An Awareness Programme-cum-Emergency Safety Drill on Disaster Preparedness was conducted at LBS Govt. Upper Primary School, Hapoli, to sensitise students and staff about disaster risks and appropriate emergency response measures. The programme was organised by the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) and RRC, Lower Subansiri District, Ziro, with a focus on strengthening preparedness and promoting safety awareness among schoolchildren. The session covered important aspects of disaster preparedness, including identifying risks, responding to emergencies, safe evacuation and following coordinated safety procedures during disasters. Students and staff were also given practical exposure through an emergency safety drill. The exercise demonstrated how an injured person can be safely moved using an improvised stretcher while maintaining coordination among those involved. The drill included demonstrations of basic emergency-response practices, with s...

DEOMALi, August 25:  Four individuals were apprehended and suspected contraband substances recovered during a joint intelligence-based operation by Assam Rifles, Arunachal Pradesh Police and CRPF in Deomali, Tirap district, on Tuesday. Acting on credible information about the movement of suspected drug peddlers in a white Chevrolet Spark bearing registration number AR 09A 8114, security forces launched an operation in the general area of Deomali Gate. A joint team subsequently established a naka-cum-Mobile Vehicle Check Post (MVCP) at Deomali Gate to intercept the suspected vehicle reportedly travelling towards Namsangmukh Town. At around 6:15 pm, the vehicle reached the naka and was intercepted. Four occupants, Kaling Mibang, Mibom Tayeng, Tajen Pame and Bai Kambu, were apprehended for questioning and further verification. During the search, approximately 47.8 grams of suspected contraband was recovered from Mibom Tayeng.  A plastic container containing traces of an orange-co...

  ZIRO, August 27:  The first-ever Ziro Mud Fest (ZMF) was inaugurated in Ziro on Thursday, marking the launch of a new adventure and youth-oriented festival aimed at promoting off-road sports, recreation, tourism and community participation in the region. Ziro-Hapoli MLA Hage Appa attended the inaugural event as the Guest of Honour. He was joined by Namsai MLA and Adviser to the Minister for RWD, Sports and Youth Affairs, Chau Zingnu Namchoom, Deputy Commissioner of Lower Subansiri Oli Perme, ZPM Hibu Dumi and former minister Tage Taki, former minister Tab Tedir, among other dignitaries, participants and festival-goers. MLA Hage Appa described Ziro Mud Fest as a new adventure-oriented festival bringing together mud-based recreational activities, sports, entertainment, music and community participation. The MLA congratulated the organisers, led by Takhe Halley and his team, as well as the participants and other stakeholders involved in launching the festival. The festival is b...

ITANAGAR, August 26: The Arunachal Pradesh government has notified a mechanism for implementing the mandatory indigenous tribal language test for candidates recruited directly to government services. The order was issued by order and in the name of the Governor of Arunachal Pradesh and signed by Manish Kumar Gupta, IAS, Chief Secretary to the Government of Arunachal Pradesh. The notification follows the decision of the State Cabinet taken at its meeting on August 13, 2026, vide Cabinet decision No. CAB/M-11/8/2026. Under the new arrangement, the language test will initially be conducted after a candidate joins service, as the Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribes Language Proficiency Test has not yet been formally structured as part of the initial written competitive examination. The test must be conducted during the candidate’s probation or stipulated service period, within three years of joining. This gives newly recruited employees a defined period to demonstrate proficiency in a notif...

  PASIGHAT, August 26:  Under the ongoing Operation Dawn 2.0, East Siang Police apprehended four individuals allegedly involved in the trafficking and distribution of narcotic substances during an intelligence-based operation conducted under Pasighat Police Station jurisdiction. On August 19, 2026, acting on credible information regarding the illegal trafficking of narcotic substances, a police team led by DySP (HQ) Shri Toni Tatak and SDPO Pasighat Shri Dujom Bagra launched a discreet operation in the 2-Mile area and adjoining locations of Pasighat. The team included SI K. Tangha, L/HC B. Basar, L/Ct O. Dameng, Ct R. Songthing, Ct K. Perme, Ct K. Mili, Ct P. Chejong, Ct K. Potom, Ct A. Miyu and Ct C. Ejing. During the operation, police first apprehended Otem Padung from his residence at Forest Colony, Pasighat. During interrogation, Padung allegedly disclosed information that led police to Okong Megu, who was subsequently apprehended from his residence at Gumin Nagar. Police ...

  ITANAGAR, Aug 26: Lower Siang has been placed under an orange-level alert by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) amid a forecast of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and lightning in the district. The warning was issued by the Meteorological Centre, Itanagar, at 1 pm on August 26 and is valid from August 26 to August 27, 2026. The department has forecast 6–11 cm of rainfall in 24 hours at isolated places in Lower Siang. The IMD has specifically warned of thunderstorms with lightning accompanied by heavy rainfall, indicating the possibility of intense weather conditions in parts of the district. In its district-wise warning map, Lower Siang has been marked orange under the “Alert – Be Prepared” category.  The neighbouring Leparada and several other districts like Kamle, Lower Subansiri, Papum Pare, West Kameng, Kra Daadi, Namsai, Lohit, Tirap, Longding etc. have been kept under the yellow “Watch, Be Updated” category. The forecast comes as parts of Arunachal Pradesh continu...

  KHONSA, August 25:  A joint team of Tirap Police, 44th Assam Rifles and 36th Battalion CRPF conducted an operation in the 2 Mile area and adjoining parts of Khonsa Town on August 24, leading to the apprehension of a suspected NSCN (R) cadre. The operation, conducted around 4 pm, was led by Inspector Kapseng Techi, Officer-in-Charge of Khonsa Police Station, based on reliable intelligence inputs. The apprehended individual was identified as Tuwang Lowang alias Jeetu Siakia (34), who reportedly holds the self-styled rank of 2nd Lieutenant in NSCN (R). Security forces recovered a 7.62 mm rifle, one magazine, 21 live rounds, SIM cards, cash and other incriminating materials from his possession. According to police, the individual attempted to resist the apprehension, resulting in a brief physical confrontation before he was taken into custody. A case has been registered at Khonsa Police Station vide Case No. 41/2026 under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS),...

  ITANAGAR, August 24: The Department of Legal Metrology & Consumer Affairs (LM&CA), Papum Pare, conducted surprise inspections at Doimukh Market, a local retail outlet and the HPCL Petrol Depot at Huto Village to protect consumers and check unfair trade practices. The inspection team was led by Dr. Debia Tana, Assistant Controller-cum-DCPO, along with Nyalisa Raji, Town Executive Magistrate, and Tao Tasar, Inspector, LM&CA. During the inspection, a retail petrol pump was found dispensing petrol and diesel with short deliveries beyond the permissible limits.  A case was subsequently booked against the establishment under Sections 26 and 28 of the Legal Metrology Act, 2009. Dr. Tana advised consumers to check the quantity and quality of fuel while refuelling and remain alert to short deliveries or suspected adulteration.  Consumers can report such violations, including readings beyond the Maximum Permissible Error (MPE), to local officers or through the e-Jagri...

  NAMSAI, August 24:  Namsai Police have recovered 19 children from different parts of Arunachal Pradesh and arrested three alleged facilitators in a major investigation into a suspected child trafficking and exploitation network. The children were traced from Mechuka, Aalo, Pasighat, Naharlagun, Itanagar and Longding, pointing to the suspected inter-district reach of the network. The case was registered at Namsai Police Station on August 17 following a complaint filed by the Child Welfare Committee (CWC), Namsai. Given the seriousness of the allegations, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) was constituted under the supervision of Namsai SP Sangey Thinley, with assistance from Dy.SP (HQ) Matin Ratan. The investigation is being led by Dy.SP Kengo Dirchi, SDPO Namsai, along with Inspector T. Gadi, OC Namsai Police Station, SI R. Kahik and other police personnel. Police have arrested Gumnya Kochung, Marta Ete and Neha Gerory for their alleged roles as facilitators or brokers. Thei...

  TAWANG, August 24:  The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Tawang, in collaboration with the District Police Tawang, conducted a two-day legal awareness campaign aimed at strengthening legal understanding among police personnel and residents of the border areas. The first day of the programme was held on August 21, with the Learned Session Judge, Bomdila, Learned Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM), Tawang, Special Public Prosecutor (SPP), advocates, around 90 police personnel and members of the public in attendance. During the interaction, the judges and SPP highlighted common loopholes in police investigations that can lead to the acquittal of accused persons.  Special emphasis was placed on cases registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. Police officers actively participated in the session and personally raised their doubts and concerns related to investigation proced...

  Yupia, August 24:  Shri Vivek H.P., IAS, Secretary, Health & Family Welfare and SIR 2026 Electoral Roll Observer for Papum Pare, reviewed the progress of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Electoral Rolls 2026 during a meeting with political representatives and election officials at Yupia. The Observer stressed the need for transparency, accuracy and public trust throughout the electoral roll revision process. He urged all stakeholders to work together to ensure a credible and error-free electoral roll. Rajya Sabha MP Shri Tai Tagak said the SIR exercise should remain non-political and free from political interference.  Doimukh MLA Shri Nabam Vivek appreciated the efforts of Booth Level Officers (BLOs) and election officials in carrying out the revision work. Deputy Commissioner Ms. Mamu Hage briefed the meeting on the progress of the SIR exercise in the district. She informed that 11 new polling stations have been added to Papum Pare. The meeting was also info...

  Upper Subansiri, August 24:  A resident of Upper Subansiri district has urged the district administration to address difficulties faced by workers under the VB-G RAM G Scheme, formerly known as MGNREGA, due to poor network connectivity and the mandatory NMMS App-based attendance system. In a representation to the Deputy Commissioner, Gomda Nirin of Aki Nirin village said poor mobile network connectivity in several villages is making it difficult for workers to record their daily attendance through the NMMS App. Nirin said workers are sometimes unable to mark their attendance despite reporting for and completing their assigned work.  He said the problem could also result in delays in wage payments, causing hardship to beneficiaries who depend on the scheme for their livelihood. The issue is not limited to workers, as field staff and mates involved in implementing the scheme are also reportedly facing difficulties because of unreliable connectivity. Nirin has requested th...

  ITANAGAR, August 24:  The All Nyishi Students’ Union (ANSU) has urged the Arunachal Pradesh government to immediately restore and reopen the Itanagar (Ganga)–Jullang Road, which has remained closed for nearly two years. In a representation submitted to the Chief Minister, ANSU highlighted the difficulties faced by residents and daily commuters due to the prolonged closure of the important road. The road serves as an alternative bypass route for people travelling between Itanagar, Ganga and Jullang. Its closure has forced residents, students, government employees and other commuters to depend on longer alternative routes. ANSU said the continued closure has caused considerable inconvenience to the public, particularly during the monsoon when several roads in the Capital Region remain vulnerable to damage and disruption. The Union has called for comprehensive restoration work instead of temporary repairs. It has specifically sought proper drainage systems, protection of culver...

  KHONSA, August 24:  Zonal General Hospital (ZGH), Khonsa, Tirap district, achieved a major healthcare milestone on August 24 with the successful performance of its first Caesarean Section (CS), strengthening emergency obstetric and surgical care in the district. The emergency Lower Segment Caesarean Section (LSCS) was performed on a first-time mother from Huakan village who was nine days beyond her Expected Date of Delivery (EDD).  She was admitted with severe oligohydramnios and suspected macrosomia, indicating a potentially large baby. The procedure was successfully completed at around 1:00 PM, resulting in the safe delivery of a healthy female baby weighing 4.2 kg. Both the mother and newborn were reported to be stable following the surgery. The procedure was carried out by a multidisciplinary team comprising Dr. Charang Agnes Wanglat from Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Dr. Chanwang Mongchan from ENT, Dr. Anita Tapir and Dr. Modhu Muri from Anaesthesia, and Surgeon Dr. ...

  ZIRO, August 23:  The Apatani Students’ Union (ASU) has called for urgent road-safety measures along National Highway-13 in Lower Subansiri district, citing concerns over rising road accidents and traffic-related incidents in the Ziro Valley. The demand was raised during a press briefing after the union reviewed traffic accident records registered at Ziro Police Station between 2021 and 2026. The ASU said speeding remains a major concern, particularly along populated sections of NH-13 near schools, residential areas and village access roads. The students’ body has submitted a formal request to the Deputy Commissioner of Lower Subansiri for the installation of 40 kmph speed-limit signboards at 12 critical junctions along NH-13. The proposed stretch covers the road from Lempia Tiniali to Pai Gate Tri-Junction. The ASU said stricter speed regulation along this corridor could help reduce accidents and improve the safety of pedestrians, motorists and other road users. According t...

  ITANAGAR, August 23:  Col Mohit Sahdev, Commandant (D), 8 Assam Rifles, called on the Chief Secretary of Arunachal Pradesh on Saturday during a formal courtesy interaction aimed at strengthening coordination between the security force and the state government. The meeting focused on enhancing cooperation between the Assam Rifles and the state administration in support of peace, security and development across Arunachal Pradesh. The two sides discussed the importance of close coordination between security forces and the civil administration in addressing emerging challenges and maintaining a secure environment for development. The interaction also underlined the need for continued cooperation to strengthen peace and security in the region while supporting the state’s broader development efforts. The meeting reflected the importance of a coordinated approach between security agencies and the civil administration in maintaining stability and creating conditions conducive to dev...

  ITANAGAR, August 23:  Arunachal Pradesh’s Wushu athlete Nyeman Wangsu has earned a place in Team India for the 20th Asian Games, scheduled to be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, in 2026. Chief Minister Pema Khandu announced Wangsu’s selection in a social media post on Sunday, congratulating the athlete and describing the achievement as a moment of pride for both Arunachal Pradesh and India. Wangsu will represent India in Wushu at the continental sporting event. Her selection comes after years of dedicated training and performances at national and international competitions. Khandu praised her courage, commitment and hard work, and wished her success as she prepares to compete on one of Asia’s biggest sporting stages. The Chief Minister also urged Wangsu to fight with strength and compete with confidence, while wishing her an opportunity to create a memorable moment for the country. Wangsu’s selection is another significant milestone for Arunachal Pradesh’s Wushu community, which...

  ANDHRA PRADESH, August 23:  A dispute over a missing mobile phone at R.K. College of Nursing in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, escalated into a confrontation between students from the Northeast and local Telugu-speaking students on August 21, prompting intervention by senior district officials. According to reports, the dispute began after a mobile phone belonging to a Northeast student reportedly went missing while it was kept on charge. The matter later escalated after students raised concerns over the alleged theft and approached the police. Tensions reportedly grew inside the hostel, with accounts from students alleging that the confrontation turned physical. Videos and reports circulating online have shown some Northeast students with injuries, although the circumstances and responsibility for the injuries have not been independently established. Prof. Ajailiu Niumai, Secretary of the North East Connect Association (NECA), said the students had previously complained about be...

  NAMSAI, August 22:  Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein on Saturday held a coordination meeting in Namsai to review preparations for the receiving, welcoming and exhibition of the Sacred Relics of Buddha Shakyamuni. The sacred relics will be brought to Arunachal Pradesh as part of the Sacred Exposition of the Holy Relics, scheduled from November 1 to 15, 2026, commemorating the 2569th Vesak Buddha Purnima. During the meeting, officials and stakeholders discussed arrangements to ensure smooth coordination and adequate facilities for devotees and visitors during the exposition. The Sacred Relics will be exhibited at Tawang, Bomdila and Namsai, with the final leg of the exposition scheduled at Namsai’s Golden Pagoda from November 11 to 15. The exhibition is expected to provide devotees an opportunity to receive darshan of the sacred relics and seek blessings, while also highlighting Arunachal Pradesh’s rich Buddhist heritage. Mein said the exposition would be a ...

  KOLORIANG, Aug 21: The Nyapin Nyobia Sangram Phassang Students’ Union (NNSPSU) has submitted a representation to the Deputy Director of School Education, Kurung Kumey, seeking immediate action on key issues affecting government schools in the district. The Union has raised concerns over the alleged deployment of regular teachers to BRCC, CRCC and BEO offices, saying such arrangements may be contributing to a shortage of teaching staff in schools. It has also called for the transfer or rationalization of teachers from non-functional schools to nearby functional schools that are facing an actual shortage of subject teachers. The NNSPSU has separately sought an immediate physical inspection of the Government Residential School at Pating following reports that the school is being shifted to a new location. According to the Union, concerns have been raised over the availability of adequate land and the potential for developing the required infrastructure at the new site. The Union has...

  YUPIA, August 21:  HThe District Administration, Papum Pare, and District ICDS Cell, Yupia, in collaboration with various line departments, observed Beti Janmotsava under the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) scheme at the SDO’s Conference Hall, Yupia, on Friday. More than 70 participants, including lactating mothers benefiting under the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) and adolescent girls, attended the programme. Chief Guest Shri Nyelam Tan, SDO, Doimukh, appreciated the Women and Child Development Department for regularly organising awareness programmes for the welfare and empowerment of women and children. He said Beti Janmotsava is not just a celebration but an important social message to value, protect, educate and empower every girl child. Tan also encouraged parents to make use of the Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) through post offices to help secure the financial future of their daughters. In her welcome address, Smti. Jaya Taba, Deputy Director, District IC...

  ITANAGAR, August 21: Arunachal Pradesh MP Tapir Gao has renewed his concerns over alleged Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) incursions along parts of the state’s international border, saying the issue needs greater public attention and vigilance. In a social media post, Gao said he had raised concerns over Chinese PLA activity in Arunachal Pradesh during a Parliament session in 2019.  He said his warnings were not taken seriously at the time, with some even arguing that raising such concerns could discourage the Indian Army. Gao said he had cautioned that the PLA had already occupied or intruded into areas along the frontier during 1984–85.  He specifically mentioned Chamdrung Chu Valley in Tawang district, Longju, Bisa, Original Maza and Asapila in Upper Subansiri district, Andrela Valley and Andrela Pass in Dibang Valley district, and Glaiktrakru and Hadigra Pass in Anjaw district. The MP said he was now encouraged to see people taking border-related concerns mor...

 SEPPA, August 19:  The Hon’ble Sessions Court, Seppa Sessions Division, has convicted Nikam Sangbia in connection with the November 2024 multiple murder case at Seppa District Hospital, bringing the two-year-old case to its judicial conclusion. The incident occurred on 14 November 2024, when violence at the hospital claimed four lives and left seven people grievously injured.  DySP Minli Geyi, then Officer-in-Charge of Seppa Police Station, also sustained serious injuries while responding to the incident. The case was registered as Seppa PS Case No. 83/2024 and was investigated by SI Gagam Aje under the close guidance, monitoring and supervision of senior police officers. East Kameng Police said the investigation followed a systematic, scientific and technology-driven approach, including the collection and examination of crucial evidence and a scientific assessment of the accused’s cognitive and mental status. Following the investigation, the court on 19 August 2026 conv...

  ITANAGAR, Aug 20:  Governor of Arunachal Pradesh Lt Gen KT Parnaik, PVSM, UYSM, YSM (Retd.), inaugurated the state-of-the-art Broadcast & Digital Media Resource Centre at Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU) on August 20, 2026. Speaking during the first live telecast from the facility, the Governor described the inauguration as another significant milestone in RGU’s journey in media education and public communication. Recalling the inauguration of the University’s Community Radio Station, Radio Rono 91.2 FM, on August 11, 2023, he said the two facilities reflect RGU’s steady progress and have the potential to make a far-reaching impact on higher education, public awareness and the development of Arunachal Pradesh. The Governor said the Broadcast & Digital Media Resource Centre is more than a physical facility, describing it as a centre for learning, creativity, communication and public service. He said the centre will provide students with practical skills in broadcasting, ...