Siang project row: Villagers block road, perform traditional ritual in Arunachal’s Ugeng
Sep 14, 2026Tensions over the proposed Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP) surfaced again on September 14 as a large number of villagers blocked a road leading towards the Siang area at Ugeng village, opposing activities linked to the project.
Project Muskaan awareness helps child report alleged abuse; accused arrested within an hour
Sep 14, 2026A school student's awareness of a child helpline following a police awareness programme helped authorities act swiftly in an alleged sexual abuse case in Arunachal Pradesh's East Siang district, with the accused arrested within an hour of the incident being reported.
Strategic Bailey bridge in Arunachal’s Anjaw restored, reopens after 8-day army-BRO operation
Sep 14, 2026A crucial Bailey bridge in Arunachal Pradesh’s Anjaw district, which connects some of India’s easternmost forward villages near the India-China border, has been restored after an eight-day repair operation by the Indian Army and the Border Roads Organisation (BRO).
Arunachal ACB arrests retired DFO in alleged Rs 31.93-crore fund misappropriation case
Sep 14, 2026The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) of Arunachal Pradesh has arrested a retired Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) in connection with an alleged Rs 31.93-crore misappropriation of government funds in the Banderdewa Forest Division.
Arunachal women’s body condemns reported sexual assault of 70-year-old in Dambuk
Sep 14, 2026The Arunachal Pradesh Women’s Welfare Society (APWWS) has expressed shock and strongly condemned the reported sexual assault of a 70-year-old woman at Poblung village in Dambuk, Lower Dibang Valley district, on September 9.
Over 16,000 women in Arunachal achieve ‘Lakhpati Didi’ status
Sep 14, 2026More than 16,000 women in Arunachal have achieved ‘Lakhpati Didi’ status, while nearly one lakh women have been mobilised into 15,999 self-help groups (SHGs), Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein said on September 14.
Arunachal Dy CM backs PM Modi’s BRICS diplomacy after consensus at New Delhi summit
Sep 14, 2026Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi after BRICS members reached consensus at the New Delhi summit. He said the outcome reflected India's growing diplomatic influence and the trust it commands globally.
Arunachal: APU hosts mini marathon in Pasighat to mark 150 years of Vande Mataram
Sep 13, 2026The Arunachal Pradesh University (APU) in Pasighat organised a 5.5-km mini marathon on Sunday, September 13 as part of its month-long ‘Run for Vande Mataram @ 150’ celebrations, with 209 participants from across East Siang district taking part despite light rain.
Arunachal Lok Adalat resolves 202 cases, settles disputes worth Rs 2.38 crore
Sep 13, 2026The National Lok Adalat in Arunachal Pradesh settled 202 cases through mutual consent. The exercise sought to speed up affordable dispute resolution and widen access to justice.
Arunachal man held for alleged sexual assault of 70-year-old woman
Sep 13, 2026A 70-year-old woman was allegedly sexually assaulted while returning from her field in Arunachal Pradesh's Lower Dibang Valley district. Police arrested the accused, and the APWWS demanded strict action.
Arunachal government to facilitate smooth, timely execution of Dibang project: Dy CM Chowna Mein
Sep 13, 2026Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein met NHPC officials to review issues affecting the Dibang project. The talks underlined the state's push to resolve bottlenecks and keep the project on schedule.
Xi arrives for BRICS summit, Congress pushes PM Modi to raise Arunachal issue
Sep 12, 2026Ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit to India for the BRICS Summit 2026, AICC General Secretary and Assam in-charge Bhupesh Baghel questioned whether Prime Minister Narendra Modi would raise sensitive issues concerning Arunachal Pradesh and the Galwan clash during his talks with the Chinese leader.
Arunachal academic Prakash Divakaran delivers keynote at Thailand International Leadership Award 2026
Sep 12, 2026The event, held in Thailand under the theme “Honoring Leaders. Inspiring Excellence. Shaping the Future,” brought together personalities from different countries to recognise leadership and promote international friendship, cultural exchange, cooperation and peace.
Rare Himalayan fish recorded in India for first time in Arunachal’s Tawang
Sep 11, 2026Scientists have recorded a rare Himalayan fish in India for the first time after specimens of Schizopygopsis waddellii were discovered in a high-altitude lake in Arunachal Pradesh’s Tawang district.
Arunachal: Siang River erosion damages WRC fields, threatens livelihoods in Lower Mebo
Sep 11, 2026A local team inspected erosion-hit fields in Borguli after Siang River flooding damaged paddy land. Villagers have sought urgent protection works and compensation as more farmland remains at risk.
Arunachal CM calls for keeping alive Swami Vivekananda’s message of universal brotherhood
Sep 11, 2026Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu marked Universal Brotherhood Day by recalling Swami Vivekananda's 1893 Chicago address. He said the message of unity, respect for diverse paths and shared humanity remains vital today.
Arunachal Congress objects to UN map depiction, says state’s status ‘non-negotiable’
Sep 10, 2026The Congress in Arunachal Pradesh on September 10 objected to the depiction of the state in a recently released UN world map, asserting that Arunachal Pradesh is an integral part of India and should not be shown in a manner that creates ambiguity over its territorial status.
Arunachal Police probe alleged use of chemicals to ripen bananas in Naharlagun
Sep 10, 2026Arunachal Pradesh Police have launched an investigation into the alleged use of chemicals for artificially ripening bananas in the Naharlagun area, officials said on September 10.
Arunachal govt focusing on improving quality of government schools: CM Pema Khandu
Sep 10, 2026Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on September 10 said his government is working to improve the quality of government schools by strengthening infrastructure, ensuring adequate teachers and implementing the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
Arunachal CM meets legislators, ZP chiefs to discuss development of eastern districts
Sep 10, 2026Pema Khandu met legislators and Zilla Parishad chairpersons from Longding, Tirap and Changlang to discuss development priorities. The meeting focused on turning grassroots concerns from the eastern districts into concrete action.
Arunachal CM Pema Khandu felicitates 30 meritorious students, vows to revive government schools
Sep 10, 2026Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu, along with Education Minister Pasang Dorjee Sona, felicitated 30 state-level meritorious students from Classes III to XII for their academic performance in the 2024–25 session.
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