Guwahati: Northeast India braces for a week of wet weather as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts widespread rainfall across the region. While light to moderate showers are expected across Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, and parts of Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim, some areas will see significantly heavier downpours, Weather Channel [] The post Northeast braces for downpours, IMD issues orange alert for Assam & Meghalaya appeared fir

Agartala: In the fight against the menace of trans-border smuggling in Tripura, BSF on May 18, arrested one suspected smuggler and seized4 gold biscuits worth Rs 36.6 lakhs. A BSF press release informedon May 18 based on specific BSF input BSF troops laid an ambush in the area of Nischintapur in West District. Ambush party [] The post Tripura: One held with gold biscuit worth Rs 36 lakh appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Shillong:Robbers targeted the Umdihar Presbyterian Church in Meghalayas Ri Bhoi district for the fourth time in recent years. The robbers stole money donated by the congregation andvaluable items including an altar vase and musical instruments. They even stole a sacred chalice, church authorities said. Also Read: Assam: Bus crashes onto highway divider in Kokrajhar, 18 [] The post Meghalaya:Umdihar Presbyterian Church in Ri-Bhoirobbedagain appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

SHILLONG: BJP leader and Meghalaya cabinet minister AL Hek state that several leaders from different political parties are set to join the BJP in the coming days. There are many who will join the BJP, Hek told reporters. I will not name anyone right now; it is too early to disclose. Hek expressed readiness to [] The post Many leaders from other parties will join BJP soon: Meghalaya minister AL Hek appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Applications are invited for recruitment of 42 vacant positions or jobs in IIMC Aizawl Mizoram. Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) is inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to the posts or jobs of Academic-cum-Teaching Associate and Assistant Professor in various disciplines across its campuses at Aizawl (Mizoram), New Delhi, Dhenkanal, Kottayam, Amravati, and [] The post Mizoram Jobs : IIMC Aizawl Recruitment 2024 appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Guwahati: Acting on a writ petition the High Court of Meghalaya on Friday issued notices to the state government and other concerned authorities to reply on the matter of alleged irregularities in the upper age limit set for recruitment in Meghalaya Police. According to reports, a writ petition has been filed in the High Court [] The post High Court of Meghalaya issues notice to govt. on upper age limit row appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

SHILLONG: The Shillong medical college in Meghalaya is expected to become operational by September 2025, and the Tura Medical College by 2026-2027, according to state health minister Ampareen Lyngdoh. This announcement followed a review meeting chaired by Meghalaya chief minister Conrad Sangma on Friday (May 17), focusing on the establishment of medical colleges in the [] The post Meghalaya: Shillong medical college to open by September 2025 appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

AGARTALA: The BJP government in Tripura is set to implement the citizenship amendment act (CAA), chief minister Manik Saha announced on Friday (May 17). This decision comes amid strong opposition from other political parties, who fear the new law could ignite communal tensions in Tripura. Speaking to the media at a blood donation camp at [] The post Tripura preparing to implement CAA, says CM Manik Saha amid opposition appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

AIZAWL: At least seven people have died due todenguein Mizoram during the past two years between 2022 and 2023,according to officials of StateVector Borne Disease Control Programme (SVBDCP). Mizoram reported the first dengue case in 2013 and the first fatality due to the mosquito borne disease was recorded in 2022, they said. 5 people died [] The post Seven died due to dengue in Mizoram in past two years: Officials appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Guwahati: Nagalands well-known musician Ket Meth dropped their highly anticipated album Ghost Stories on May 11, 2024. This full-length project delves into the complexities of love and loss with a unique blend of soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics. Ghost Stories features a captivating blend of heartfelt melodies and introspective lyrics. The tracklist weaves a narrative [] The post Nagaland: Musician Ket Meth releases Ghost Stories, an exploration of love and loss appeared first on NORTHEAST

Dimapur: Greeting the people of Nagaland on the 8th foundation day of the ruling Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP) on Friday, party president Chingwang Konyak said despite the success, there are still many challenges to overcome and many goals to achieve for the party to deliver its commitments to the people of the state. He [] The post Nagaland: On 8th foundation day of NDPP, party president says many goals to achieve appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Guwahati: A joint meeting of Assam and Meghalaya officials resolved to hold peace in border villages of West Karbi Anglong district of Assam and West Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya. The meeting resolved that the entry tax gate be set up by Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) at Khanduli to be allowed by both sides. [] The post Assam-Meghalaya border meet: Unauthorised entry to be restricted in forest land appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Agartala: Tripura Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha announced on Friday that the Maitri Setu and the Agartala-Akhaura Railway Link will soon be operational. He highlighted the efforts of the current government to maintain peace and tranquillity in the state, which is attracting numerous investors. With the election concluded and a new government set to [] The post Maitri Setu, Agartala-Akhaura Railway Link to be open soon: Tripura CM appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Agartala: Tripura CPI (M) state committee secretary Jitendra Chaudhury wrote to Tripura Chief Secretary Jitendra Kumar Sinha, seeking urgent intervention to address the severe livelihood crisis affecting the states remote and hilly regions. In his letter, the CPI (M) leader detailed a visit he made on May 13 to several remote areas, accompanied by four [] The post Tripura Chief Secretary urged to look into livelihood crisis in remote areas appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Guwahati: Senior CPI (M) MLA Jitendra Choudhury has written to Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, urging him to take immediate steps to control the steep rise in airfare between Kolkata and Agartala. Chaudhury said the airfare between Kolkata and Agartala has reached an unprecedented high of Rs 17,000. He added, This is particularly distressing given [] The post Senior Tripura CPI (M) MLA writes to Scindia over the steep rise in airfare appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

SHILLONG: The Meghalaya high court has intervened in the case involving the incumbent Director General of Police (DGP), LR Bishnoi, directing that no coercive action be taken against him regarding an FIR filed over the use of a fake number plate. Justice B Bhattacharjee, in an order, mandated that pending further proceedings, there should be [] The post Meghalaya high court directs no coercive action against DGP appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

KOHIMA: The Nagaland government has urged the civil society organisations (CSOs) in the state to remain patient on the free movement regime (FMR) issue. Speaking on the matter, Nagaland minister and government spokesperson KG Kenye said that the state assembly has passed a resolution urging the central government to reconsider its decision to scrap the [] The post Nagaland government urges CSOs to be patient on Free Movement Regime issue appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

AGARTALA: A minor girl, who had been missing for nine months from the Khowai district of Tripura, was rescued from a village in Rajasthan, police officials reported. One individual, identified as Ashok Kumar Choudhury, was arrested in connection with the case. The 16-year-old girl, hailing from the Singicherra area under Khowai police station in Tripura, [] The post Missing minor girl from Tripura rescued in Rajasthan after nine months appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

GANGTOK: In a significant financial scandal, three senior officials of the State Bank of Sikkim (SBS) have been accused of embezzling funds exceeding Rs 69 crore. The crime investigation department (CID) of the Sikkim police has filed a first information report (FIR) against the implicated individuals. The accused officials are Dorjee Tshering Lepcha, general manager [] The post Sikkim: Senior SBS officials implicated in Rs 69 crore fraud appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

SHILLONG: Meghalaya chief minister Conrad Sangma has unequivocally stated that the notion of abolishing the tribal district councils in the state is out of the question. The councils play a vital role in safeguarding the identity, culture, customs, and heritage of our state and its people, Sangma emphasized in response to queries regarding demands to [] The post No question of doing away with ADCs, says Meghalaya CM appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

DIMAPUR: The Nagaland government, on Thursday (May 16), appealed to the Eastern Nagaland Peoples Organisation (ENPO) and its constituent bodies to participate in the upcoming urban local body elections in the state, slated for June 26. Addressing a press conference on the issues of public emergency declared by the ENPO in eastern Nagaland areas and [] The post Nagaland government urges ENPO to participate in civic body polls appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Dimapur: The NSCN (IM) on Thursday observed the Naga Plebiscite Day at its Naga army general headquarters church at Camp Hebron, around 50 km from here, calling it a historic and red letter day in the Naga peoples struggle for freedom. The day was commemorated in the presence of NSCN (IM) ato kilonser (prime minister) [] The post Nagaland: NSCN (IM) commemorates 74th Naga Plebiscite Day at Camp Hebron appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Guwahati: The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) has taken a significant step towards promoting cleanliness and environmental sustainability with the launch of Swachhata Pakhwada. The event commenced on Thursday at Vigyan Bhawan (Annexe), New Delhi, and will run from 16th May to 31st May 2024. During the inaugural ceremony, team MDoNER took [] The post Northeast: Ministry of DoNER launches Swachhata Pakhwada in Delhi appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Guwahati: In a significant achievement for the Indian Railways, the electrification of the railway track from Assams Lumding to Sabroom in Tripura is set to be completed before August 2024. According to reports, the electrification has been completed along 165 km of the 265 km track from Dharmanagar to Sabroom via Agartala, with the remaining [] The post Railways plan to complete Tripura networks electrification before August 2024 appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

GANGTOK: The Sikkim transport department announced plans, on Thursday (May 16), to roll out an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven traffic management system across the state, scheduled to commence operations from May 25. The innovative system aims to modernize traffic management practices and enhance regulatory efficiency by automating document verification and detecting violations. In an official statement, [] The post Sikkim introduces AI-powered traffic management system appeared first on NOR

AIZAWL: Thousands of people joined rallies across Mizoram to voice their opposition to the Centres decision to fence the India-Myanmar border and scrap the free movement regime (FMR) with Myanmar. Organized by the Zo Re-Unification Organization (ZORO), peaceful demonstrations took place in Zokhawthar and Vaphai villages in Champhai district of Mizoram, situated along the India-Myanmar [] The post Thousands rally in Mizoram against India-Myanmar border fencing appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

AGARTALA: Tripura chief minister Manik Saha, on Thursday (May 16), expressed confidence, asserting that the BJP would secure victory in 32 out of 42 Lok Sabha seats in West Bengal. During a media interaction, Tripura CM Manik Saha shared his observations from participating in the BJPs campaign in West Bengal, noting the considerable enthusiasm among [] The post BJP will win 32 Lok Sabha seats in West Bengal, claims Tripura CM appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

AGARTALA: Tripura government has commenced the process of appointing officials to establish both the State Level Empowered Committee and District Level Committee for the execution of the citizenship amendment act (CAA). In a notification issued by the Director of the Directorate of Census Operations, Tripura, all district magistrates have been instructed to nominate a Tripura [] The post Tripura government appoints officials for CAA implementation committees appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Applications are invited for recruitment of various technical positions or jobs in St Anthonys College Shillong Meghalaya. St Anthonys College Shillong Meghalaya is inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to the posts or jobs of Laboratory Attendant in Botany Department.St. Anthonys College is an educational institution of the Catholic Church, belonging to and managed [] The post Meghalaya Jobs : St Anthonys College Shillong Recruitment 2024 appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW

Guwahati:Chief Minister Conrad Sangma said that only the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) and the Jaintia Hills Autonomous District Council (JHADC) are experiencing financial difficulties in Meghalaya. He attributed the financial issues to the unregulated appointment of employees. During a meeting of meeting with the chiefs of the three district councils, Sangma pointed out [] The post GHADC in financial crisis due to unregulated employee appointments: Meghalaya CM appeared first o

Applications are invited for recruitment of various technical positions or jobs in NIT Meghalaya National Institute of Technology (NIT) Meghalaya is inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to the post or jobs of Project Associate to work on the R&D project under Border Roads Organisation (BRO)-Research & Development Establishment, Government of India, sponsored project [] The post Meghalaya Jobs : NIT Meghalaya Recruitment 2024 appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Guwahati:Mizoram has reportedly witnessed a rise in refugees fleeing violence in neighbouring Bangladesh and Myanmar. This week alone, 127 Bangladeshi nationals of Kuki-Chin origin arrived in the state, escaping a Bangladeshi military offensive against the Kuki-Chin National Army (KNA), a rebel group seeking a separate state. The KNA, formed in 2017, iscomprised largelyof the Bawm [] The post Mizoram sees over 120 refugees influx from Bangladesh in oneweek appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Aizawl: A total of 47,969 pigs have died and 25,822 others culled due to the outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF) across Mizoram since March 2021, the state animal husbandry and veterinary department said. The department said that 33,417 pigs died due to ASF in 2021, 12,795 in 2022 and 1,039 in 2023. Besides, 718 [] The post Mizoram: African swine fever killed over 47 thousand pigs since 2021 appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Shillong:Outgoing Meghalaya DGP LR Bishnoi has filed a petition at the Meghalaya High Court to dismiss an FIRfiledagainst him by suspended police officer Gabriel K Iangrai. The FIR accuses Bishnoi of tampering with the registration plate of his official vehicle and other charges. Also Read: Assam: Devendra Jalihal takes charge as Director of IIT Guwahati [] The post Meghalaya: Outgoing DGP Bishnoi urges HC to dismiss FIR against him appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Shillong: Newcomer Kim The Beloved is taking the Alt scene by storm with his debut single, MOVE. The pulsating track, co-produced by Seej, boasts an infectious bounce and Kims powerful lyrics, creating a potent anthem of confidence and defiance. MOVE isnt just a call to action for the uninspired, it might also be a personal [] The post Meghalaya: Shillongs Kim The Beloved makes electrifying debut with MOVE appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Guwahati:The Union Territory of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) hasimposed a closure ofall nightclubs, pubs and discos in Dimapurwith immediate effect. The closurewas calledfollowing numerous public complaints and concerns from civil society organisations, reports said. The NSCN-IM, which governs itsownterritory within Dimapur,is targetinglate-night operations and alleged immoral activities linked to these establishments. [] The post Nagaland: NSCN-IM bans nightc

Aizawl: Congress leader C. Lalmuanthanga was on Tuesday sworn in as the new Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Lai Autonomous District Council (LADC). He will head the Congress-Mizo National Front (MNF) coalition government in the 25-member Lai council, which is headquartered in south Mizorams Lawngtlai town. Lawngtlai deputy commissioner Cheemala Siva Gopal Reddy administered [] The post Mizoram: C. Lalmuanthanga sworn in as new CEM of Lai Council appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Applications are invited for recruitment of various technical positions or jobs in Tripura University. Tripura University is inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to the posts or jobs of Project Associate and Project/ Field Assistant under the project of Tribal Area Sub Plan (TSP) Scheme funded by IBITF, IIT Bhilai entitled Development of a [] The post Tripura Jobs : Tripura University Recruitment 2024 appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Agartala: An FIR has been lodged against two individuals, including the Guard Commander of the Central Correctional Home in Tripura, for allegedly aiding a life-convicted prisoners escape. Swarna Kr. Tripura, convicted of murder, managed to escape from the Central Correctional Home situated at Bishalgarh in Sepahijala District on Tuesday. The Superintendent of the correctional home, [] The post FIR against two officials for aiding prisoner escape correctional home in Tripura appeared first on NO