Arunachal Pradesh News

Arunachal Congress raises alarm over “dilution” of MGNREGA, warns of livelihood crisis

The Arunachal Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) has launched a strong attack on the Union government over what it termed the systematic weakening of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), warning that recent policy changes pose serious socio-economic risks to tribal and rural communities in the state.

Arunachal: Assam Rifles camp targeted in suspected militant attack during Republic Day celebrations

An Assam Rifles camp in Arunachal Pradesh’s Changlang district came under attack on the morning of January 26, even as Republic Day celebrations were underway.

Arunachal celebrates 77th Republic Day with patriotic fervour, Governor reaffirms commitment to constitutional ideals

Arunachal Pradesh joined the rest of the nation in celebrating the 77th Republic Day with grandeur, patriotism and a renewed pledge to constitutional values, as the tricolour was unfurled amid ceremonial splendour in the state capital Itanagar on Monday, January 26.

Eri silk, not Muga alone, defines Assam’s future: Padma Shri awardee Jogesh Deuri

Padma Shri Jogesh Deuri highlights the importance of Eri and Muga silk for Assam's economy and artisans. He calls for focused efforts on quality and marketing to boost the state's silk industry

People should work selflessly for society: Arunachal’s Padma Shri awardee Techi Gubin

Padma Shri Techi Gubin urges Arunachal Pradesh residents to serve society selflessly. He highlights dedication and altruism as keys to social harmony and progress

Poppy cultivation on 8 acres destroyed in Arunachal’s Longding

Security forces have destroyed poppy cultivation spread over eight acres of land in Arunachal Pradesh’s Longding district, police said on January 25.

Education, girl child empowerment key to Arunachal’s future: Deputy CM

Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein on January 24, emphasised the importance of education and empowerment of the girl child as crucial pillars for building a progressive and prosperous society.

Gauhati HC quashes bail granted to IAS officer in abetment to suicide case

The Itanagar Bench of the Gauhati High Court has quashed the bail granted to IAS officer Talo Potom in a high-profile abetment to suicide case and directed that he be taken into custody with immediate effect.

From begging to Republic Day Parade: Two Arunachal students head to Delhi

Two students from Namsai district of Arunachal Pradesh have been selected to attend the 77th Republic Day parade in New Delhi as special guests, an official report said on January 23.

Arunachal hosts three-hour Namsai–Pangsau PowerDrive, showcasing adventure tourism push

Namsai town on January 23 witnessed high-octane action for nearly three hours as the Namsai–Pangsau PowerDrive 2026 drag race drew large crowds along the main thoroughfares of the district headquarters.

Arunachal moves to overhaul traffic management in Itanagar–Naharlagun twin capital

In a major step towards improving traffic management and urban mobility in the Itanagar–Naharlagun Twin Capital Region, Urban Affairs, Land Management and Civil Aviation Minister Sri Balo Raja on Thursday convened a high-level review meeting at the Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) at the Civil Secretariat.

Itanagar police arrest repeat offender, recover gold, cash and multiple mobile phones

Itanagar Police have arrested a habitual offender and recovered gold ornaments, cash and several mobile phones in connection with two theft cases reported from a hospital ward and a grocery shop in the capital.

Arunachal Pradesh records new species of flowering plant

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu acknowledged the discovery in a social media post, congratulating the research teams and calling it “a proud addition to Arunachal’s biodiversity legacy”.

Arunachal festival renews push to honour unsung builders of Stilwell Road

Arunachal CM recalls Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s role in freedom struggle

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu and Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein, on January 23, paid tribute to Subhas Chandra Bose, describing him as one of the most influential figures of India’s freedom movement whose legacy continues to shape the nation’s ideals.

Arunachal festival allows visa-free movement into Myanmar through Pangsu Pass

NGT takes suo motu cognisance of alleged illegal road construction in Arunachal’s Papum Pare

The eastern zonal bench of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) in Kolkata has taken suo motu cognisance of an alleged illegal road construction in environmentally sensitive catchment areas of Papum Pare district in Arunachal Pradesh, following a report published in a local daily last year.

Bandh disrupts normal life in Arunachal’s Lower Subansiri over alleged illegal mosque construction

Normal life came to a standstill in parts of Arunachal Pradesh’s Lower Subansiri district on January 21, following a 24-hour bandh called by the Ziro unit of the ST Bachao Andolan Committee over the alleged illegal construction of mosques.

Arunachal’s Keyi Panyor district goes fully digital, launches WhatsApp-based governance model

Arunachal Pradesh’s newly carved Keyi Panyor district has emerged as a national model by going fully digital, bringing government services directly to citizens’ smartphones. The district administration, under the leadership of Deputy Commissioner Shweta Nagarkoti Mehta, IAS, has officially launched the Keyi Panyor Suvidha outreach campaign—an initiative that enables residents to access essential government services seamlessly through WhatsApp.

NSCN-KYA cadre surrenders after joint operation in Arunachal’s Longding

An active cadre of the NSCN–Khaplang–Yung Aung (NSCN-KYA) surrendered before security forces following a joint operation in Arunachal Pradesh’s Longding district on January 19.

World War II vintage jeep & bike rally marks 80 years of war’s end; Namsai hosts key halt

As part of the 10th edition of the Pangsau Pass International Festival–2026 and the 80th Commemoration of the End of World War II, a World War II Vintage Jeep and Bike Rally is retracing historic wartime routes across Arunachal Pradesh and Assam, highlighting the region’s critical role during the Second World War.