Agartala, May 18, 2024: The Tripura Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has criticized what it calls the conspiracies, propaganda, and despicable mindset of the opposition, which they claim is aimed at stalling the states development. To amplify their message, the BJP organized a robust protest march today, mobilizing party supporters and leaders. The procession commencing from... The post Tripura BJP Condemns Oppositions Despicable Mindset in Protest March appeared first on Northeast Today .

The All India Mens Selection Committee has announced the selection of Riyan Parag for the National Cricket Academys (NCA) High Performance Monitoring Programme for the 2024-25 domestic cricket season. This prestigious recognition underscores Parags impressive cricketing prowess and potential. The Assam Cricket Association (ACA) has expressed its delight over Parags selection, lauding his dedication and... The post Assams Riyan Parag Selected For NCAs High Performance Monitoring Programme appeare

Two persons were killed and two others injured on Saturday after being hit by a speeding train in Assams Kamrup Metropolitan district, police said. The accident occurred in Chandrapur area, on the outskirts of Guwahati, when the four daily wage labourers were walking on the railway tracks and the train hit them, a senior officer... The post Two Killed, Two Injured As Train Hit Them In Assam appeared first on Northeast Today .

A 30-year-old man was shot at in Manipurs Imphal West district on Saturday morning, police said. The incident happened near Khumbong primary health centre in the Patsoi police station area, they said. The man, identified as Laishram Kumarjit a designer by profession, was shot in his left calf, they added. He was rushed to... The post Man Shot At In Manipurs Imphal West appeared first on Northeast Today .

Agartala, May 18, 2024: In a bid to draw government attention to their plight, around 30 to 40 families from various parts of North Tripura district have been spending their nights in the forests of Pekuacherra under Panisagar subdivision. These families are landless and hope that their protest will prompt the government to issue them... The post Homeless in Tripura: Around 40 Families Camp in Forests to Seek Government Action appeared first on Northeast Today .

Thirty-four armed insurgents of UNLF(P) trying to sneak into Manipur from Myanmar have surrendered before the Assam Rifles with their automatic weapons, officials said. They were trying to enter into Manipur after they came under intense firing from the rival PDF in Myanmar, the officials said. Insurgents were spotted and challenged by Assam Rifles unit... The post Manipur: 34 UNLF(P) Insurgents Surrender Before Assam Rifles appeared first on Northeast Today .

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Friday asked officers at the state, district and sub-division levels to work in coordination to ensure the effective implementation of the governments various programmes and schemes. He also briefed them on the state governments data-driven governance. He emphasized the importance of putting people first in every decision, which... The post Ensure Effective Implementation Of Programmes Schemes: Meghalaya CM To Officers appeared first on Northeast Today

Ms. Mengu Suokhrie and Ms. Ethel Wangha, members of The Nagaland Folkloric Group, have been invited to participate in the Beyond Borders International Project. This prestigious event is a part of the XIII Edition of the PerformAzioni International Festival, which will be held from May 24th to 31st, 2024, in Bologna, Italy. Organized by Instabili... The post Two Nagaland Artistes Invited To Italys Beyond Borders International Project appeared first on Northeast Today .

Special Court (Prevention of Corruption Act) in Aizawl on Friday convicted 23 people from south Mizorams Lawngtlai district for their involvement in receiving compensation by making 35 fake land settlement certificates (LSCs) by cheating authorities and misuse of official positions by officials. The 23 people were convicted by the special judge HTC Lalrinchhana under section... The post Mizoram: Aizawl Special Court Convicts 23 In Land Compensation Scam appeared first on Northeast Today .

The northeastern state of Sikkim has been awarded with the prestigious title of Best State for excellence in implementing the Environment Education Programme (Eco-Club Programme) for the year 2023-24. This accolade was presented by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) during the National Review Meet held in the national capital. The award,... The post Sikkim Awarded As The Best State In Environment Education Programme appeared first on Northeast Today .

In a gala event organised in Kathmandu, Anmol Rai, a transwoman, was chosen as Miss Pink Nepal 2024, followed by the first runner-up, Sarosy Neupane, and the second runner-up, Aarohi Basnet. Now, Rai will represent Nepal in the Miss International Queen 2024 competition, to be held in Thailand this year. The event was marked with... The post Transwoman Anmol Rai Crowned Miss Pink Nepal 2024 In Kathmandu appeared first on Northeast Today .

In anticipation of the upcoming monsoon season, a state-level Monsoon Preparedness meeting has been scheduled on May 20, under the chairmanship of the Chief Minister and Chairman of the Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA). The meeting will take place at 11:00 AM in the Chief Ministers Secretariat in Kohima. All government departments are urged... The post Nagaland: Government To Conduct State-Level Monsoon Preparedness Meeting On May 20 appeared first on Northeast Today .

The health department of Arunachal Pradesh has decided to take all precautionary measures to prevent the spread of rabies in the state, officials said. The northeastern state this year reported four suspected rabies deaths. State Director of Health Services (DHS) Dr Riken Rina on Friday convened a meeting with various officers at his office to... The post Arunachal: Health Department To Take Precautionary Steps To Prevent Spread Of Rabies appeared first on Northeast Today .

Agartala, May 17, 2024: In a proactive move against malaria, Health Secretary Kiran Gitte convened a vital video conference with the District Magistrates across the state. The conference underscored the urgency of accelerating existing anti-malaria initiatives and charting new strategies to combat the disease. Key topics included the expedited release of larvivorous fish in reservoirs,... The post Malaria Control a Priority in Tripura: Health Secretary Kiran Gitte Holds Meeting with DMs Virtuall

Agartala, May 17, 2024: Tripura CPIM Secretary and Leader of Opposition Jitendra Chaudhury urged states Chief Secretary Jitendra Kumar Sinha to address the dire livelihood conditions in the states remote and hilly regions in a letter sent on Friday. Chaudhury, accompanied by four CPIM MLAs- Sailendra Chandra Nath, Ramu Das, Nayan Sarkar, and Sudip Sarkar... The post Tripura Opposition Leader Jitendra Chaudhury Urges Chief Secretary JK Sinha Immediate Intervention for Remote Areas Livelihood Cris

Agartala, May 17, 2024: Tripura Chief Minister Prof Dr Manik Saha has pledged to elevate the quality of education services provided to students across the state. During his inaugural visit to the office of Educational Channel Vande Tripura at Shiksha Bhawan in Agartala, Dr. Saha expressed his commitment to integrating technology into learning and ensuring... The post Embracing Technology in Education: Tripuras CM Dr Manik Saha Vows to Enhance Learning with Innovative Upgrades appeared first on N

Agartala, May 17, 2024: In a significant crackdown on illegal narcotics in Assam-Tripura border, police officials at Churaibari Gate have seized drugs valued at over Rs 15 lakh from a container vehicle during a routine check. The driver of the vehicle has been taken into custody. Following a brief hiatus in drug seizures, our vigilant... The post Police Seize Drugs Worth Over 15 Lakhs from Vehicle at Assam-Tripura Border appeared first on Northeast Today .

Four militants of the banned outfit Kangleipak Communist Party (People War Group) were arrested by a combined team of Manipur Police and Assam Rifles in Thoubal district, an officer said on Friday. Acting on intelligence inputs about the presence of militants, a coordinated operation was launched at Yairipok Bazaar area during which the militants were... The post Manipur: Four KCP Militants Arrested In Thoubal District appeared first on Northeast Today .

All preparations for vote counting are going on in full swing, chief electoral officer P K Sain informed. CEO stated that simultaneous counting of various assembly constituencies, instead of counting of votes of one constituency after another in the past, would be taken up this time based on availability of infrastructures. For assembly seats in... The post Arunachal: Counting Of Votes For Assembly Seats To begin At 6 AM On June 2; Lok Sabha At 8 AM On June 4 appeared first on Northeast Today .

The Mizoram Board of School Education (MBSE) on Friday said it will announce the Class-12 examination results on May 21. The results of the Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate exam will be declared at 12 pm, an official statement said. Notably, the MBSE had registered a pass percentage of 78.66 in the Class-12 exams in... The post Mizoram: MBSE To Declare Class-12 Board Exam Results On May 21 appeared first on Northeast Today .

Meghalaya Sports Minister Shakliar Warjri on May 17, announced plans for a major cricket stadium in Ri Bhoi district, countering claims that the government prioritises football over cricket. In his statement, Minister Warjri emphasized the governments dedication to cricket, highlighting the new stadium as a significant step toward boosting the sports popularity and infrastructure in... The post Meghalaya: Sports Minister Warjri Announces Plans For A Major Cricket Stadium In Ri Bhoi appeared firs

LTourists have been granted additional time to explore Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve, as the Divisional Forest Officer of the Eastern Assam Wildlife Division has announced that Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve will close to tourists on May 31, 2024. This marks the official closure of the 2023-24 tourist season at the UNESCO... The post Assam: Kaziranga National Park To Conclude 2023-24 Tourist Season On May 31 appeared first on Northeast Today .

Tanna Dhaval, a YouTuber based in Gujarat, has transformed a 2008 Honda Civic into a replica of the Lamborghini Terzo Millennio electric concept car. This ambitious project, which took over a year to complete, has garnered widespread attention and admiration from auto enthusiasts worldwide. Dhaval acquired a brand new Honda Civic 1.8 model to serve... The post Indian Youtuber Builds Lamborghini Out Of Honda Civic For Just 12.5 Lakh appeared first on Northeast Today .

The State Bank of Sikkim has lodged an FIR with the Crime Investigation Department (CID) against three officials of the bank for alleged irregularities and embezzlement of funds amounting to over Rs 69 crore, an official said on Friday. The bank has accused three officials Dorjee Tshering Lepcha, general manager (operations), Tsewang Dorjee Lepcha,... The post State Bank Of Sikkim Lodges FIR Against 3 Officials For Embezzlement Of Rs 69 Crore appeared first on Northeast Today .

The SP Traffic, Aizawl district on Thursday issued a public notification for re-routing certain traffic routes in Aizawl. The re-routing order has been issued as several tree branches had to be pruned The notification letter stated that under Section 115&117 of MV Act 1988, and the authority given by the Deputy Commissioner and Chairman of... The post Aizawl To Reroute Traffic On Friday And Saturday appeared first on Northeast Today .

Former Education Minister of Assam and ex-President of the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP), Thaneswar Boro, passed away Friday morning at the age of 85. He succumbed to cardiac arrest at around 7:08 AM while receiving treatment at the Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) in Guwahati, as informed. Boro had been reportedly in the Intensive... The post Former Assam Education Minister Thaneswar Boro Passes Away at 85 appeared first on Northeast Today .

At least 7 people have died and 4,209 people have been infected with Dengue during the last 5 years (2019-2023) in Mizoram while 132 people are already found to be affected since January 1 till April 30 this year, according to State Vector Borne Disease Control Programme (SVBDCP) officials. The figures were reported at the... The post Mizoram Reports 132 New Dengue Cases; 7 Deaths, 4,209 Infections In Last 5 Years appeared first on Northeast Today .

Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a USD 148.5 million loan to help modernise and enhance the reliability, quality and resilience of electricity supply in Sikkim. This project fully supports Sikkims Power for All initiative, ensuring round-the-clock uninterrupted access to quality electricity for households, industries, businesses, and the public, ADB said in a statement on... The post Asian Development Bank Approves USD 148 Million Loan To Improve Power Supply In Sikkim appeared first on

In a resounding success for academic inclusivity, The Aryavart International University located in Dharmanagar, North Tripura has transformed the lives of more than 1000 students following a rigorous online examination held from 21st April 2024 to 27th Apr 2024. This landmark initiative which allocated a staggering Rs. 7 crores in scholarships, has exemplified the institutions... The post Aryavart Merit Scholarship Results Announced: Rs. 7 Crores Awarded appeared first on Northeast Today .

Agartala: May 16, 2024:In a significant move to bolster child healthcare, the Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram has mobilized 48 dedicated mobile health teams to conduct health screenings for children across the state. The initiative focuses on children from birth to 6 years at Anganwadi centers and those aged 6 to 18 in schools, State Mission... The post Tripura Government Launches 48 Mobile Health Teams for Children: NHM Director Rajib Datta appeared first on Northeast Today .

Agartala, May 16, 2024: In a shocking turn of events that has gripped the Damdamiya area under Lefunga police station in West Tripura district, a family conflict has culminated in the tragic death of a local man, allegedly at the hands of his own wife and son. The incident has sent ripples of horror throughout... The post Wife and Son Allegedly Kills Father in Tripura appeared first on Northeast Today .

Kuldiep Singh, Security Advisor called on Governor of Manipur Miss Anusuiya Uikey at Raj Bhavan this evening and briefed about the prevailing security situation in the State. Kuldiep Singh while briefing about the law and order situation informed the Governor about the deployment of central forces along the fringe areas to prevent any untoward incident... The post Security Advisor Singh Briefs Governor Uikey On Manipurs Security Situation appeared first on Northeast Today .

Agartala, May 16, 2024: A harrowing breakthrough sent shockwaves through the community adjacent to Tripuras Chailengta JB School under Dhalai district as the rotten body of a missing minor was unearthed. The unsettling find has ignited a flurry of speculation, with locals grappling with the unsettling question of whether the incident was a tragic suicide... The post Missing Minors Rotten Body Found Hanging Behind JB School in Tripura appeared first on Northeast Today .

Today marks Sikkims completion of 49 years in the democratic system. The journey from voluntary integration into the worlds largest democracy and to mark the significance of this day, the Honble Governor of Sikkim Shri Lakshman Prasad Acharya graced the celebrations at Chintan Bhavan. A special book titled, Hamro Sankalp: Viksit Bharat Pushpit Sikkim was... The post Sikkim Governor Lakshman Acharya Champions For Progress And Unity On 49th Statehood Day appeared first on Northeast Today .

In a significant development, the Manipur government has allotted 30 acres of grassland to conserve the endangered polo ponies at Lamphelpat in Imphal West district. Manipur CM Biren Singh took to his official social media handles to announced this development. To protect the endangered Manipuri Pony, they are now being given a new home at... The post Manipur: Government Allots 30 Acre Grassland To Conserve Endangered Polo Ponies appeared first on Northeast Today .

Thousands of people participated in rallies in Mizoram on Thursday to protest the Centres decision to fence the India-Myanmar border and withdraw the free movement regime with the neighbouring country. The peaceful rallies, organised by Zo Re-Unification Organisation (Zoro), were held in Zokhawthar and Vaphai villages in Champhai district bordering Myanmar, and many people from... The post Mizoram: Rallies Held To Protest Centres Decision To Fence India-Myanmar Border appeared first on Northeast

Eastern Nagaland Peoples Organisation (ENPO) has written to the State Election Commissioner (SEC) about their collective decision to abstain from participating in the upcoming Urban Local Body (ULB) elections scheduled on June 26. In a letter to the SEC, the ENPO said that the people of Eastern Nagaland under its aegis had on March 19,... The post Nagaland: ENPO Writes To State Election Commissioner On Abstaining ULB Elections appeared first on Northeast Today .

Indian football icon Sunil Chhetri on Thursday announced his decision to retire from international football after the FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Kuwait in Kolkata on June 6, bringing the curtains down on a glorious two-decade career. The long-serving national team captain announced his decision via a video he posted on his social media... The post Indian Football Icon Sunil Chhetri Announces Retirement appeared first on Northeast Today .

Arunachal Pradesh police have arrested 21 people, including government officers involved in an inter-state prostitution racket, in the past few days and rescued five minors in the age group between 10 and 15 years, a senior police official said on Wednesday. The arrested government officers include a deputy superintendent of police and a deputy director... The post Arunachal: Inter-State Prostitution Racket Busted, 5 Govt Officials Among 21 Held appeared first on Northeast Today .

In a momentous occasion for Northeastern cinema, the critically acclaimed Garo film Rapture is set to grace screens across more than 100 theaters in France. Directed by the visionary Dominic Megam Sangma and produced by Anna Films Shillong, this historic release marks a significant milestone, as it becomes the first film from Meghalaya, India, to... The post Meghalaya: Garo Film Rapture To Light Up Screens In Over 100 French Theaters appeared first on Northeast Today .

In a grand ceremony held on May 15, at Vivanta in Khyndailad, the crown for Miss Universe Meghalaya was unveiled. Chief Guest Paul Lyngdoh, Minister of Arts and Culture, alongside Guest of Honour FR Kharkongor, Commissioner and Secretary, graced the occasion with their presence, joined by guests Miss Asia Pacific India 2024, Sophiya Singh, and... The post Miss Universe Meghalaya Crown Unveiled, Auditions To Kick Off In July appeared first on Northeast Today .

The northeastern state of Sikkim marks its 49th Statehood Day today, on May 16, with fervor and enthusiasm, celebrating its integration into India on this day in 1975. Sikkim became the 22nd state of the Indian Union and the monarchy was abolished, on May 16, 1975. On this occasion, Governor Acharya and Chief Minister Prem... The post Sikkim Celebrates Its 49th Statehood Day Today appeared first on Northeast Today .

The Disaster Reporting and Information Management System (DRIMS), a digital platform for online reporting of damages incurred during various disasters, was launched in Guwahati, on Wednesday by Assam Chief Secretary Dr Ravi Kota. DRIMS is a state-of-the-art initiative of the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), for accurate reporting and assessment of damages caused by... The post Assam: Digital Platform For Reporting Damages During Disasters DRIMS Launched appeared first on Northe

The second day of training for Counting Supervisors, Counting Assistants and Micro Observers was conducted at the conference hall of Rurban Complex, Pakyong today. A total of 107 participants attended the training for the counting process in both morning and afternoon sessions. During the training, Mr Tashi Chophel, DC cum DEO Pakyong, emphasised the roles... The post Sikkim: Day 2 Of Counting Process Training Conducted At Rurban Complex, Pakyong appeared first on Northeast Today .

Agartala, May 15, 2024: The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) is pushing to complete the electrification of the railway track from Lumding to Sabroom in Tripura before August this year, a senior official announced on Wednesday. Out of the total 265 km track from Dharmanagar to Sabroom via Agartala, electrification has been completed along 165 km... The post NFR Aims to Electrify Lumding-Sabroom Track by August 2024: Official appeared first on Northeast Today .

Agartala, May 15, 2024: In a tragic incident an 18-year-old student named Sujoy Munda took his own life by hanging after receiving his higher secondary examination results. The heart-wrenching incident took place on Wednesday at approximately 11:30 AM in the Mundabasti area of North Singicherra Gram Panchayat under Khowai district. Sujoy Munda, a student enrolled... The post Tripura Student Hangs Self after Announcement Higher Secondary Results at Khowai appeared first on Northeast Today .

Agartala, May 15, 2024: A scandal has erupted over the sale of agar plants leading to a heated situation in the Jolaibasa area of Baragol gram panchayat under Kadamtala police station in North Tripura district. A case has been officially filed in the Kadamtala police station marking the escalation of tensions surrounding the dispute. Sources... The post Scandal Erupts Over Agar Plant Sale in North Tripura: Police Investigate Alleged Tree Theft appeared first on Northeast Today .

The Manipur womens football team has emerged victorious in the 28th Senior Womens National Football Championship for the Rajmata Jijabai Trophy. The final, held at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata, witnessed Manipur reclaiming their position as the reigning champions of womens football, celebrating their triumph over formidable opponents Haryana with a resounding 2-0 victory.... The post Team Manipur Lifts Rajmata Jijabai Trophy At 28th Senior Womens National Football Cship appeared firs

The District Election Officer (DEO) Namchi, along with the Nodal Officer for the Electronically Transmitted Postal Ballot System (ETPBS) at the District Administrative Centre, Namchi, today, on May 15, oversaw the reception of the eighth batch of postal ballots from service voters. The postal official handed over 21 postal ballots, bringing the total number of... The post Sikkim: Eighth Batch Of Postal Ballots Received In Namchi District appeared first on Northeast Today .

In the view of protests from various organisations, the Arunachal Pradesh government has decided to cancel the illegal appointments of 20 people in the Public Health Engineering and Water Supply department (PHE&WS) in Changlang district. The state government has also approved an investigation into the alleged recruitment irregularities by the special investigation cell (SIC) of... The post Arunachal Govt Cancels Illegal Appointments In PHE Department appeared first on Northeast Today .