Udit Narayan lights up Anini’s Reh Festival, showcases Arunachal’s cultural and scenic grandeur
Feb 02, 2026The remote Himalayan town of Anini in Arunachal Pradesh came alive in a grand celebration of culture, music and tradition as legendary Bollywood playback singer Udit Narayan, accompanied by his son Aditya Narayan and wife, enthralled thousands during the Reh Festival of the Idu Mishmi community. The star-studded cultural night was attended by the Chief Minister and other senior dignitaries, drawing unprecedented attention to Dibang Valley’s rich heritage and breathtaking natural beauty.
Arunachal CM thanks Udit Narayan after singer dedicates ‘Aisa Des Hai Mera’ to Anini
Feb 02, 2026Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu, on February 2, praised veteran playback singer Udit Narayan for bringing national attention to Anini, the headquarters of Dibang Valley district, through music.
Deomali forest department holds interactive meeting to address human–elephant conflict
Feb 02, 2026Deomali forest officials held talks to reduce human–elephant conflict. The meeting focused on safety and cooperation between locals and authorities.
Arunachal's Idu Mishmi community celebrates Reh festival with grandeur near Indo-China border
Feb 01, 2026The Idu Mishmi community of Arunachal Pradesh celebrated its most significant socio-religious festival, Reh, with fervour and cultural splendour at Anini, under Dibang Valley district near the Indo-China border. The central celebrations witnessed the presence of Chief Minister Pema Khandu, senior ministers, elected representatives and community leaders, underscoring the festival’s cultural and strategic importance in India’s easternmost frontier.
Arunachal CM pushes border infrastructure drive, announces airport for Anini near Indo-China frontier
Feb 01, 2026Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Sunday, February 1, unveiled a multi-crore infrastructure push at Anini, the remote headquarters of Dibang Valley district near the Indo-China border, announcing plans for a new airport and inaugurating a slew of projects aimed at boosting tourism, connectivity and reverse migration.
Arunachal's Karko village backs pre-feasibility work for Siang Upper Multipurpose Project, signs MoU with state government
Feb 01, 2026In a significant step towards advancing one of India’s most ambitious hydropower and flood-management initiatives, residents of Karko village in Arunachal Pradesh’s Upper Siang district on Sunday, February 1 signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the state government, formally extending their support for the preparation of the pre-feasibility report (PFR) of the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP).
Union Budget 2026: Assam, five other northeastern states to get Buddhist circuit scheme
Feb 01, 2026Union Budget 2026 includes Assam and five northeastern states in the Buddhist circuit scheme to promote tourism and cultural preservation. The scheme will develop infrastructure at Buddhist sites, boosting local economies and attracting tourists
Arunachal cabinet clears hydropower incentives, recruitment reforms and governance overhaul
Jan 31, 2026The Arunachal Pradesh Cabinet on January 31 approved a wide-ranging set of decisions covering hydropower incentives, recruitment reforms, ease of doing business, health, education and digital governance, aimed at strengthening institutions, improving transparency and accelerating inclusive growth across the state.
Donyi Polo airport bags top UDAN honour, boosts Arunachal’s aviation footprint
Jan 31, 2026Donyi Polo Airport at Hollongi in Arunachal Pradesh has been adjudged the best airport under the Regional Connectivity Scheme–UDAN, marking a significant milestone in the state’s aviation and infrastructure journey.
Arunachal CM reviews Dibang Valley hydropower projects, stresses timely execution, local welfare
Jan 31, 2026Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Saturday, January 31, reviewed the progress of major hydropower projects in Dibang Valley district, signalling the state government’s renewed focus on accelerating clean energy development while ensuring local welfare, infrastructure growth and national energy security.
Arunachal Minister supports giving more powers to Municipal bodies
Jan 30, 2026Arunachal Pradesh Urban Affairs Minister Balo Raja on January 30, assured full support to strengthen Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) in the state, stating that the government would address their concerns to ensure effective devolution of powers in line with the 74th Constitutional Amendment.
Arunachal scientists warn of climate risks to Himalayan dams
Jan 30, 2026Scientists from the Centre for Earth Sciences and Himalayan Studies (CESHS), Government of Arunachal Pradesh, presented their research on climate risks to Himalayan dams and hydropower projects at the International Conference on Climate-Resilient Dams and Hydropower Infrastructure held on January 29–30, in New Delhi.
108 Ambulance team safely delivers baby inside vehicle in Arunachal's East Kameng
Jan 30, 2026In a remarkable display of professionalism and presence of mind, a healthy baby boy was safely delivered inside an 108 emergency ambulance while being transported from Seppa to Itanagar on Thursday night, January 29.
Arunachal artiste Rito Riba cancels Mising Youth Festival show over alleged humiliation by organisers
Jan 30, 2026Arunachal Pradesh artist Rito Riba cancels his Mising Youth Festival performance citing humiliation by organisers. The move has stirred controversy among locals with no response yet from organisers
Indian Army swiftly contains forest fire at Tongkorla in Arunachal’s Menchuka
Jan 30, 2026The Indian Army quickly contained a forest fire in Tongkorla, Arunachal Pradesh, preventing damage to local settlements. Authorities have praised the swift action, and the situation remains under control.
Arunachal CM lays foundation stone for government officers’ quarters in Namsai
Jan 30, 2026The project marks another step in Arunachal Pradesh’s push to replace ageing NEFA-era infrastructure with modern housing aimed at improving living standards and administrative efficiency.
Arunachal's Papum Pare moves to lease defunct tourism assets through open tender
Jan 30, 2026Papum Pare district administration launches open tender to lease defunct tourism assets. The initiative aims to revive tourism and boost the local economy through transparent bidding.
Arunachal woos global energy players with geothermal, hydrogen push at India Energy Week 2026
Jan 29, 2026Arunachal Pradesh made a strong pitch for global investment and strategic partnerships in clean and emerging energy sectors at India Energy Week 2026, highlighting its growing role in geothermal and hydrogen research.
ANSU marks 44th Foundation Day with compassionate outreach at Jullang Orphanage
Jan 29, 2026On the occasion of its 44th Foundation Day, the All Nyishi Students Union (ANSU) extended a gesture of compassion by visiting the Gyan Mission Orphanage Home at Jullang and distributing essential items for the care and well-being of the children.
Arunachal CM calls for discipline, ideological clarity in Panchayat leadership
Jan 28, 2026Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on January 28 underscored the need for discipline, ideological clarity and grassroots empowerment in panchayat leadership while addressing an orientation programme for newly elected zilla parishad chairs, zilla parishad members and gram panchayat chairpersons.
Arunachal Frontier Tribal Front launches movement to scrap 80:20 job reservation ratio
Jan 28, 2026A fresh debate over employment rights in Arunachal Pradesh has gathered momentum with the Arunachal Frontier Tribal Front (AFTF) launching a statewide movement demanding the complete scrapping of the 80:20 job reservation ratio in government recruitment.
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