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Sikkim: PM takes Pakyong orchids to Norway but soil sinks near airport
The orchid art frame and paperweight gifted to the Norwegian Prime Minister were made using dried flowers of Dendrobium moschatum, Dendrobium nobile and Phalaenopsis species, along with natural ferns found in Sikkim, using a specialised preservation technology developed at the Pakyong-based centre.
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President Droupadi Murmu arrives in Gangtok on three-day Sikkim visit
She landed at Libing Army Helipad, where she was received by Governor Om Prakash Mathur, Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang, and other dignitaries.
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Manipur astrophysicist discovers City of Galaxies, names it after Loktak Lake
The discovery was made using data from Japan’s Subaru Telescope and NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) to study this distant structure.
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How a lotus tea from Loktak Lake became India’s gift to Sweden
The Manipur-made speciality brew reflects indigenous craftsmanship, sustainability and the rising global profile of Northeast India
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Meghalaya: Youth council slams poor PGI ranking, seeks urgent edu reforms
The organisation alleged that despite repeated claims of development and youth empowerment, the condition of the education system remained weak, affecting students across the state.
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Rare Himalayan plant rediscovered in Arunachal after 188 years
The findings were recently published in the international journal Feddes Repertorium.
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).
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.
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.
Assam’s shrinking forests worsening elephant conflict: Study
Monsoon months, fragmented habitats and tea landscapes emerging as major conflict drivers
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.
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Manipur CM flags off 477 police vehicles, stresses need for stronger force
A total of 477 vehicles were flagged off, including 100 Hero motorcycles, 39 Bolero B6 vehicles, 50 Bolero Neo vehicles, 74 Tata Yodha vehicles, 10 Mine Protected Vehicles, 20 Tata Truck vehicles, 30 Tata 407 vehicles, 20 Mahindra buses, 60 Bulletproof Rakshak vehicles, 19 Water Tankers, 50 Bolero Camper vehicles and 5 HMR vehicles.
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.
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.
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
