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Call for mandatory pre-marital HIV testing sparks debate in Mizoram
Between April and December 2025, Mizoram recorded 3,354 new HIV infections, with unsafe sexual practices continuing to be the primary mode of transmission.
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Assam: Video from BJP rally shows ‘Justice for Zubeen Garg’ poster removed
The incident has prompted reactions from several quarters, with some raising concerns about freedom of expression during political events
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New Rajdhani and Amrit Bharat trains introduced under NFR expansion
Among the new services is the Vande Bharat Sleeper Express operating between Kamakhya and Howrah, offering overnight travel with upgraded passenger amenities
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Nagaland: Seven candidates in fray for Koridang bypoll
The candidates include Daochir of the Bharatiya Janata Party, Abenjang of the National People’s Party, T Chalokumba of the Indian National Congress, and independent candidates Imtiwapang, Major (Retd) Toshikaba, Imchatoba Imchen and Wapangmeren.
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Def Leppard Shillong concert to feature Trance Effect as opening act
Bringing together global rock legends and some of India’s most celebrated homegrown rock pioneers, the tour will feature Trance Effect, Indus Creed and Thermal And A Quarter as the opening acts for the concerts in Shillong, Mumbai and Bengaluru respectively, setting the stage for electrifying nights of live rock music.
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How fossils of Manipur challenge our idea of climate stability
Scientists often consider palm fossils as strong indicators of tropical climates because palms generally grow in warm environments with abundant rainfall and no frost.
Why Shillong should bet on cycling, not flyovers
Moving away from four-wheelers has to be the solution not just to the traffic problem but also to a host of other issues, like pollution.
How new tax rules tighten compliance, expand tax bet
The nearly 1,000-page rules lay out detailed procedures, forms and reporting standards across sectors, signalling a compliance-intensive shift.
Manipur crisis needs a political solution, not cosmetic reform
It is high time for the communities in Manipur to engage in a holistic approach to handling crises.
Study reveals Assam was a genetic corridor, not a barrier
The findings also reveal that Assamese Indo-Aryan populations do not conform to the typical South Asian genetic pattern.
Transgender Bill amendment takes a mainland lens, leaves out Northeast
Across the region, gender exists within cultural, social and linguistic contexts that vary from state to state, and often from one community or tribe to another.
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Ahead of TTAADC polls, BJP gains ground in Tripura
Unlike in 2021, the BJP is contesting the elections alone without any alliance with regional partners.
Manipur: Sniper fire injures two in Kamjong
Due to continued firing from the other side, the evacuation process of the two injured civilians for urgent medical treatment has been severely hampered, the sources added.
Meghalaya: Concerns grow over cleanliness, management at Laitlum Grand Canyon
Tourists have raised concerns over the increasing presence of pony rides at the site, which they say are poorly managed. Animal waste was seen scattered across parts of the area, creating an unpleasant stench and affecting the overall visitor experience.
Manipur CM stresses startup-driven agricultural opportunities for youth
Upon his arrival, the Chief Minister visited the exhibition area comprising more than 30 stalls and interacted with participants, innovators and young entrepreneurs.
Meghalaya: ST certificate now compulsory for GHADC candidates
Garo Hills, particularly West Garo Hills district, witnessed a law-and-order situation after former non-tribal MLA Esmatur Mominin attempted to file her nomination papers for the GHADC polls.
