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Sikkim: Has Lachen been forgotten after the 2023 Glacial Lake Outburst Flood?
Villagers from Lachen alleged severe hardship, economic losses and administrative inaction as the area remains affected by repeated road disruptions since the October 2023 Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF).
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Nagaland: Green Room Project puts spotlight on emerging music talent
The event brought together upcoming independent bands and seasoned performers on a common platform aimed at fostering mentorship, artistic collaboration and community engagement through live music.
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How Jhum burning in Arunachal ended in allegations of police brutality
On the 20th of May, Jamo Mihu, a Senior Agricultural Field Assistant with over 30 years of government service, went to his field for the jhum burning his family had been preparing for.
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Infected grazing cattle put Pobitora Rhinos under new threat: Study
Researchers from Assam found that nearly 73% of cattle samples collected from villages surrounding the sanctuary tested positive for parasites, many of which have also been reported in wild rhinos and other herbivores.
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Nagaland Guv interacts with ST scholarship beneficiaries
Addressing the gathering, the Governor expressed happiness at meeting students benefiting from the scholarship scheme and highlighted the significance of commemorating tribal freedom fighter Birsa Munda, who symbolised courage, dignity and justice for tribal communities.
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Assam’s shrinking forests worsening elephant conflict: Study
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How a rare flowering plant connects Assam to Andaman & Nicobar
The plant was found in the Jatinga Hills area of Dima Hasao district, growing among large rocks near a stream under direct sunlight.
Explained: Why is a medicinal plant being smuggled across the Mizoram border?
The demand for Paris polyphylla has increased sharply over the years because of its use in herbal medicine and pharmaceutical research.
Manipur: Families of six missing Naga men hold on to hope for safe return
Altogether, 18 people from Konsakhul village were abducted from Leilon Vaiphei following the deadly ambush at Kotlen that killed three Thadou church leaders.
The Dalai Lama’s succession: Why China and the US are both invested
As the 14th Dalai Lama nears the end of his life, the centuries-old Tibetan system of reincarnation has become a geopolitical fault line between Beijing and Washington.
How Mizo creators in Israel are rewriting the narrative around the Bnei Menashe
The Bnei Menashe community, which claims descent from the biblical tribe of Manasseh, has gradually migrated to Israel since the 1990s.
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Manipur: Protest continue demanding immediate rescue of six missing men
The protestors demanded the immediate and safe release of the six Naga hostages and urged the state government to take swift intervention measures. They also called for justice and protection for civilians, while stressing the need to prevent violence against innocent civilians.
Assam: AASU leader, journo among 5 held in terror funding case
The investigation was reportedly triggered by actionable intelligence from a central agency indicating that funds extorted within the Tinsukia district were being systematically funneled to extremist entities outside the Northeast region.
Nagaland’s TRIBOLT honoured with Architectural Digest India recognition
TRIBOLT said the recognition marks a milestone for the studio and highlights creative work emerging from Northeast India
Tripura HC acquits man in rape case over consensual relationship
The high court directed that the appellant be released from custody if not required in connection with any other case.
“If China had annexed Sikkim, they would not have done it so clumsily”: Sunanda Datta-Ray
The programme commemorated the 103rd birth anniversary of His Highness Chogyal Palden Thondup Namgyal and was attended by Prince Gyalsey Palden Gyurmed Namgyal as chief guest in the presence of Minister for Ecclesiastical Department.
Tripura: Father moves court against cops after deceased son described as ‘threat’ in PR
The complainant, Krishnapada Datta, a resident of Mahadeb Tilla and member of the Khowai Deed Writers’ Association, accused four police personnel of serious procedural misconduct in connection with a case involving his deceased son, Debashish Datta.
