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BJP’s mixed signals on indigeneity risk deepening fault lines in Meghalaya
It is likely that the proportion of indigenous tribals in the Garo region may have declined further, while in the Khasi region it could increase.
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Two tolls within 14 km in Dibrugarh comply with norms: NHIDCL
The corporation concluded that no violation of norms has occurred and the placement of both toll plazas is legally valid.
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Nagaland University launches 4-year UG science programmes
Applications opened on April 27 and will remain open till May 18.
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Northeast is betting on bamboo economy, and this may be a good thing
For decades, its classification had imposed strict transit and harvesting restrictions, discouraging commercial use despite the region accounting for nearly 60% of India’s bamboo reserves.
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In Manipur, the body of an MLA remains in morgue, waiting for justice
Even as the family mourns, his son, Gousuan Valte, has publicly stated that his father’s remains belong to the people he represented.
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Northeast faces major barriers to cancer care despite high burden: Study
The study also highlights shortages of oncology specialists, diagnostic facilities and hospital infrastructure across the region.
Why Women’s Reservation must work differently for the Northeast
While reservation is necessary, it is insufficient without stronger development outcomes and credible pathways that enable women to translate participation into political voice and influence
Thin snow, rising risk: Brahmaputra faces early summer water stress
On average, snowmelt contributes around 23% of total river runoff in the region.
What the HSLC results leave out: The politics of education in Lawngtlai
Each year, when HSLC results are published, Lawngtlai is often the district with the lowest pass percentage.
Arunachal: New mud-nesting ‘fanged frog’ discovered in Namdapha
Motijheel is a small wetland located within evergreen forests of Namdapha Tiger Reserve.
Blurred lines: Why Manipur’s political arrangement raises concerns
Should an individual in such a position be entrusted with state secrets and involved in sensitive security policymaking?
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Manipur: Tensions escalate during COCOMI rally in Imphal; 30 injured
Protesters marching from four directions attempted to converge towards the Chief Minister’s Secretariat but were stopped by heavy security deployment.
Manipur: AR convoy allegedly rams Talui village gate in Ukhrul; 2 injured
The barriers had been erected by local residents, primarily women, as a precautionary measure amid the ongoing tensions in the hill district.
ULFA-I cadres apprehended in Nagaland’s Mon; NSCN(IM) cadre surrenders in Arunachal
The operation was based on intelligence inputs and sustained negotiation efforts that led to a peaceful surrender.
Gangtok elections: BJP’s Srijana Chettri wins Diesel Power House ward
A total of 1,327 votes were cast out of 2,862 electors in the ward, of which 1,283 were valid votes.
Nagaland: NEPEx, ‘Operation Night Guard’ to bolster disaster preparedness
The Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA) announced this during a press briefing held on Friday at its Conference Hall in the Nagaland Civil Secretariat, Kohima.
Tripura: Gross NPA of banks records decline; CD ratio stands at 57%
In absolute terms, gross NPAs also fell to Rs 997.54 crore as on December 31, 2025 from Rs 1,048.73 crore as on December 31, 2024, indicating a gradual reduction in stressed assets despite growth in advances.
