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Arunachal students' union welcomes RGU VC appointment, seeks early appointment at APU

Arunachal students' union welcomes RGU VC appointment, seeks early appointment at APU

Jul 03, 2026

The All Arunachal Pradesh Students' Union (AAPSU) has welcomed the appointment of a regular vice chancellor for Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU), saying the move ends nearly two years of uncertainty in the leadership of the state's lone central university.

Assam labourer arrested in Arunachal sexual harassment case after viral stalking video

Assam labourer arrested in Arunachal sexual harassment case after viral stalking video

Jul 03, 2026

Police have arrested an Assam labourer accused of stalking and sexually harassing a woman in Nirjuli. The action followed a viral video and renewed the focus on women's safety in the area.

Flood situation improves in Arunachal Pradesh as weather clears

Flood situation improves in Arunachal Pradesh as weather clears

Jul 03, 2026

The flood situation in Arunachal Pradesh showed signs of improvement on Friday, July 3, following a spell of clear weather, with the number of affected villages and people declining over the past 24 hours, even as relief and restoration work continued in several districts.

Arunachal's Apatani Fashion Week crowns winners in traditional attire at grand finale

Arunachal's Apatani Fashion Week crowns winners in traditional attire at grand finale

Jul 03, 2026

Apatani Fashion Week and Apatani's Next Top Model 2026 ended at Hija village with winners crowned in traditional attire. The symbolic finale foregrounded cultural heritage while promoting Apatani textiles, artisans and emerging models.

247 NCC cadets complete annual training camp in Itanagar despite monsoon disruptions

247 NCC cadets complete annual training camp in Itanagar despite monsoon disruptions

Jul 03, 2026

A total of 247 NCC cadets completed the CATC-68 and YAMS camp in Itanagar after travelling through monsoon-hit routes. The programme combined military-style training with disaster response lessons tailored to floods, cloudbursts and earthquakes.

Arunachal minister urges Centre to entrust strategic ALB road project to BRO

Arunachal minister urges Centre to entrust strategic ALB road project to BRO

Jul 03, 2026

Arunachal Pradesh Law, Legislative and Justice Minister Kento Jini has urged the Centre to hand over the newly declared strategic Akajan-Likabali-Bame (ALB) Road project to the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), citing the agency's expertise in executing infrastructure projects in challenging border terrains.

Arunachal Pencak Silat team set for Senior National Championship in Shillong

Arunachal Pencak Silat team set for Senior National Championship in Shillong

Jul 03, 2026

The Sports Authority of Arunachal backed the state's Pencak Silat contingent before its departure for Shillong. The championship will also decide qualification for the Khelo India Beach Games 2026 and National Games 2027.

Arunachal's April Blossom Foundation named Best School at SA Indian School Awards

Arunachal's April Blossom Foundation named Best School at SA Indian School Awards

Jul 03, 2026

April Blossom Foundation in Arunachal Pradesh has won the Best School Award at the SA Indian School Awards, presented by Mary Kom. The honour recognises its five years of free special education, therapy and inclusive support for children and families.

Massive flood and cloudburst damage cuts off several villages in Arunachal Pradesh

Massive flood and cloudburst damage cuts off several villages in Arunachal Pradesh

Jul 03, 2026

Heavy rain-triggered floods, cloudbursts and landslides have devastated villages in Arunachal Pradesh's Nari-Koyu area. Damaged bridges and blocked roads have left many settlements isolated as officials continue assessment and rescue work.

Arunachal Rajya Sabha MP Tai Tagak denies Chinese incursion reports, announces ground verification

Jul 02, 2026

Newly elected unopposed Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament Tai Tagak received a warm welcome on his arrival at Donyi Polo Airport, Hollongi, on Thursday, July 2. Hundreds of BJP workers from various districts, members of the Tai Welfare Society, and representatives of several other organisations greeted him with flowers and garlands.

Apatani Fashion Week opens in Arunachal, spotlighting indigenous fashion and local talent

Apatani Fashion Week opens in Arunachal, spotlighting indigenous fashion and local talent

Jul 02, 2026

The first Apatani Fashion Week and Apatani's Next Top Model 2026 opened in Hija village on July 1. The two-day event puts indigenous textiles, local talent and sustainable design in focus.

Arunachal MLA donates seven months' salary to flood relief in Keyi Panyor

Arunachal MLA donates seven months' salary to flood relief in Keyi Panyor

Jul 02, 2026

Dirang MLA and Advisor to the Public Works Department (PWD) Minister, Phurpa Tsering, popularly known as Awo Phurpa, has donated his seven months' salary amounting to Rs 7.5 lakh to support families affected by the recent floods and landslides in Keyi Panyor district.

Arunachal rights body seeks clarification from Army, NWS over conflicting claims on alleged Chinese presence in Taksing

Arunachal rights body seeks clarification from Army, NWS over conflicting claims on alleged Chinese presence in Taksing

Jul 02, 2026

HRA has sought clarity from the Indian Army and Nah Welfare Society over conflicting claims in Arunachal Pradesh's Taksing sector. The body has asked authorities to verify the facts impartially and disclose findings where appropriate.

BRO builds 180-ft Bailey bridge in Arunachal's Kurung Kumey, restores connectivity to border areas

BRO builds 180-ft Bailey bridge in Arunachal's Kurung Kumey, restores connectivity to border areas

Jul 02, 2026

The BRO has completed a 180-foot Bailey bridge in Arunachal Pradesh's Kurung Kumey district. The span restores vital border connectivity and aids troops as well as remote villages.

Arunachal: East Siang doctors promote preventive healthcare through HPV vaccination campaign

Arunachal: East Siang doctors promote preventive healthcare through HPV vaccination campaign

Jul 01, 2026

Marking National Doctors’ Day 2026, doctors in East Siang district organised an awareness programme on Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination at Indira Gandhi Government Higher Secondary School (IGJGHSS), Pasighat, on Wednesday, July 1 to promote preventive healthcare and enhance awareness on cervical cancer prevention.

Union Ministers Shivraj Singh Chauhan, Kiren Rijiju conduct aerial survey of flood and landslide impact in Arunachal

Jul 01, 2026

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan visited Keyi Panyor district in Arunachal Pradesh on Tuesday, July 1 to inspect and assess the extensive damage caused by recent flash floods and landslides triggered by a cloudburst.

Flood toll in Arunachal rises to four; over 90,000 affected as CM, Union Ministers assess damage

Flood toll in Arunachal rises to four; over 90,000 affected as CM, Union Ministers assess damage

Jun 30, 2026

The flood situation in Arunachal Pradesh deteriorated further on June 30 with the death toll rising to four, while more than 90,000 people have been affected across all 28 districts of the state following a week of incessant rain, flash floods and landslides.

Arunachal JAC announces July 6 protest over alleged Rs 277-crore fisheries scam

Jun 30, 2026

A Joint Action Committee (JAC) on June 30 announced a mass protest rally on July 6 over the alleged Rs 277-crore Fisheries Department scam, alleging a lack of progress in the investigation despite the registration of an FIR.

Arunachal: East Kameng villagers translocate endangered Schizothorax to boost fish conservation

Jun 30, 2026

In a community-led conservation initiative, residents of Weshi village in Arunachal Pradesh's East Kameng district have successfully translocated 52 fingerlings of the endangered Schizothorax pelzami, locally known as Ngarsing in the Nyishi language, to Richaso stream in a bid to protect and expand the species' habitat.

Stranded vehicle owners allege looting amid emergency situation in Arunachal's landslide zone

Stranded vehicle owners allege looting amid emergency situation in Arunachal's landslide zone

Jun 30, 2026

Commercial vehicle owners stranded along the landslide-affected Hoj–Potin road in Arunachal Pradesh have alleged incidents of theft and looting amid the ongoing emergency situation triggered by natural calamities.

Indian Army rejects reports of Chinese PLA encroachment in Arunachal, calls claims 'baseless'

Indian Army rejects reports of Chinese PLA encroachment in Arunachal, calls claims 'baseless'

Jun 29, 2026

The Indian Army on Monday dismissed media reports alleging fresh encroachment by the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) in Arunachal Pradesh, stating that the claims were "incorrect and without any basis."