NGT takes suo motu cognisance of alleged illegal road construction in Arunachal’s Papum Pare
Jan 21, 2026The 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
Jan 21, 2026Normal 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
Jan 21, 2026Arunachal 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
Jan 20, 2026An 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
Jan 20, 2026As 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.
Eight-year delay in strategic NH-313 road sparks protest threat in Arunachal’s Anini near Indo-China border
Jan 20, 2026Residents of Anini, the picturesque headquarters of Dibang Valley district near the Indo-China border, have threatened to launch a democratic protest over the prolonged delay in the construction of the Greenfield National Highway-313 road project linking Roing to Anini via Hunli.
‘Nations first responders during disasters’: Khandu lauds NDRF on Raising Day
Jan 19, 2026Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on January 19, lauded the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), saying its personnel stand at the forefront of disaster response, saving lives and serving the nation with honour.
Arunachal Congress to intensify protest against renaming of MGNREGA, announces Assembly siege from Feb 7 to 15
Jan 19, 2026The Arunachal Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) has decided to intensify its agitation against the Centre’s decision to rename the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) as the Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Act, 2025.
Weapon and equipment display deepens military–civil bond at Pineapple Festival in Arunachal’s West Siang
Jan 18, 2026The Indian Army showcased its operational strength and people-centric approach through a Weapon and Equipment Display organised during the Pineapple Festival at Bagra in Arunachal Pradesh’s West Siang district.
Ancient Tai Ahom script deciphered in Arunachal's Namsang, unveiling Nocte Salt legacy
Jan 18, 2026In a significant stride toward uncovering the deep-rooted cultural and historical legacy of the Nocte region, Arunachal Pradesh Minister for Environment & Forest, Geology, Mining and Minerals, and DoTCL, Wangki Lowang, along with Padma Shri awardee Professor Jogendra Nath Phukan, undertook an intensive field study on the second day of their tour, leading to the decipherment of ancient inscriptions on earthen artefacts and a renewed focus on the region’s historic salt heritage.
Arunachal minister assures push for preservation of unexplored heritage sites in Tirap
Jan 17, 2026Arunachal Pradesh Minister for Forest and Environment and Mining Wangki Lowang on January 17 said he would take up the issue of permanent preservation of several unexplored historical sites and natural resources in Tirap district, which he said hold immense tourism and heritage value.
Second body recovered after Kerala tourists drown in Arunachal's Sela Lake
Jan 17, 2026The body of the second tourist who drowned in Sela Lake in Arunachal Pradesh’s Tawang district has been recovered, state government sources said on January 17, a day after the incident claimed the lives of two youths from Kerala.
VB-G RAM G Act a game changer for rural India: Arunachal Deputy CM
Jan 17, 2026Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein on January 17, described the VB-G RAM G Act as a “decisive and visionary reform” that reinforces India’s commitment to rural empowerment and inclusive growth.
Arunachal Govt reshuffles portfolios of senior IAS, IFS and APCS officers
Jan 17, 2026The Arunachal Pradesh government has reallocated the charges of several senior officials in a routine administrative exercise, according to an official order issued on January 16.
Two Kerala tourists drown in Arunachal’s Sela Lake; one body recovered, search on
Jan 16, 2026Two tourists from Kerala drowned in Sela Lake in Arunachal Pradesh’s Tawang district on January 16, with the body of one of them recovered while search operations continue for the other, police said.
Arunachal Pradesh wins ‘Best Performer’ award for startup ecosystem
Jan 16, 2026Arunachal Pradesh has been honoured with the ‘Best Performer Award’ under the National Startup Ranking Framework for fostering a strong and vibrant startup ecosystem, officials announced on January 16.
Padma Shri historian JN Phukan leads landmark exploration of Ahom–Nocte heritage in Arunachal
Jan 16, 2026Padma Shri awardee and eminent historian Professor Jogendra Nath Phukan has embarked on a significant historical sojourn in Arunachal Pradesh, leading a path-breaking initiative to explore and document ancient sites linked to the Ahoms and the Noctes in the Deomali sub-division of Tirap district.
Arunachal: Project Suvidha 2.0 transforms 1st IRBN into eco-friendly wellness hub
Jan 15, 2026In a boost to personnel welfare and institutional excellence, Inspector General of Police (Operations), PHQ Itanagar, Apurba Bitin, IPS, inaugurated Project Suvidha 2.0 at 1st IRBN Battalion Headquarters (BHQ) here today, January 15.
Arunachal Deputy CM unveils 60-bed hostel at Pali Vidyapith, signals education boom in Namsa
Jan 15, 2026In a significant boost to educational infrastructure amid rising demand for quality boarding facilities, Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein inaugurated the newly constructed 60-bed hostel building at Arunachal Pali Vidyapith Residential School in Chongkham on Thursday, January 15.
Arunachal Para Powerlifting team announced for National Championship 2026
Jan 14, 2026The Paralympic Association of Arunachal (PAA) has announced the para powerlifting team that will represent Arunachal Pradesh at the Senior and Junior National Para Powerlifting Championship 2026, scheduled to be held from January 16 to 18 at COER University in Uttarakhand.
Arunachal Governor participates in kite festival on Makar Sankranti
Jan 14, 2026Arunachal Pradesh Governor KT Parnaik on January 14 participated in a colourful kite-flying festival organised at Itanagar on the occasion of Makar Sankranti.
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