Arunachal Pradesh News

Indefinite bandh begins in Arunachal’s Lekang over government recruitment eligibility rules

Community groups, student unions and NGOs launched an indefinite bandh in Lekang against Arunachal Pradesh's new government recruitment criteria. Protesters say the policy could exclude domicile-holding non-APST residents from jobs and unsettle the existing reservation system.

'After Galwan, now Arunachal Pradesh?': Congress seeks answers from Modi, Shah

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said the government must clarify whether the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) had expanded its presence near Taksing and whether Indian forces had lost regular access to Shera-5, a designated Patrolling Point.

Downstream forum raises concerns over Upper Siang project with Arunachal CM

A two-member delegation of the East Siang Downstream District Affected People’s Forum (ESDDAPF) met Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu at Pasighat on August 10 and submitted a memorandum highlighting concerns of downstream communities likely to be affected by the proposed Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP).

Suspected ULFA(I), NSCN-KYA cadres attack Assam Rifles camp in Arunachal

An Assam Rifles camp at Longvi under Nampong Police Station in Arunachal Pradesh's Changlang district came under attack early Friday, August 14, officials said.

'China has stopped us from patrolling': Rahul Gandhi raises Arunachal border alarm

Rahul Gandhi alleged that China has stopped Indian troops from patrolling parts of Arunachal Pradesh along the LAC. The Congress demanded a government briefing and warned of wider strategic consequences.

‘Brotherhood must be maintained’: Pema Khandu urges peace amid Assam-Arunachal border tensions

Arunachal CM Pema Khandu appealed for peace after the recent incident in Likabali and spoke to Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma as talks continued. He said the row had strained ties between closely linked communities and urged restraint while dialogue continued.

No PRC, no govt job: Arunachal makes ST certificate, tribal language proficiency mandatory

Arunachal Pradesh Cabinet has made PRC, APST certification and tribal language proficiency compulsory for direct recruitment. The move follows pressure from student and tribal bodies, though the 80:20 recruitment ratio remains unchanged.

Arunachal students' body begins march to Taksing over border security concerns

AAPSU has begun a two-day march to Taksing to raise border security and infrastructure concerns. The union says it will document local issues and press for stronger safeguards and faster development.

Vehicle plunges into Lohit River in Arunachal, one dead and six injured

A vehicle plunged into the Lohit River in Arunachal Pradesh's Anjaw district, leaving one person dead and six injured. Authorities have intensified rescue efforts and launched a search for the absconding driver.

Arunachal Cabinet scraps 80:20 reservation in government recruitment

The Arunachal Pradesh Cabinet has approved new eligibility rules for government recruitment. The move makes APST, PRC and local dialect proficiency central to future hiring.

Border fury: Assam-Arunachal tensions escalate as protesters pelt stones at security forces

Tension continued along the Silapathar-Likabali highway on August 13 as an ongoing economic blockade over a recent Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border firing incident escalated into stone-pelting, with police and CRPF personnel coming under attack from protesters on both sides.

Mandrax seized, suspect apprehended in joint operation in Arunachal Pradesh’s Bordumsa

The 20 Assam Rifles, in a joint operation with the Arunachal Pradesh Police, seized 26 grams of Mandrax (Methaqualone) and apprehended a person in Bordumsa area of Changlang district on Wednesday, August 12.

Arunachal CM promises ‘action in accordance with law’ over border firing: Assam minister

Ranoj Pegu said Pema Khandu has assured an impartial probe into the border firing that injured Assam residents. The assurance came amid protests, a blockade and renewed calls to resume boundary talks.

Itanagar civic body bans single-use plastic, carry bags below 120 microns

The Itanagar Municipal Corporation has banned single-use plastic items and carry bags below 120 microns. The order mandates eco-friendly alternatives and warns of strict enforcement across the city.

Rare Himalayan bee recorded in India for first time in Arunachal Pradesh's Tawang

A rare solitary Himalayan bee, Colletes bhutanicus, has been recorded in India for the first time from Tawang district of Arunachal Pradesh by scientists of the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI), officials said.

Border residents are ‘first line of strength’: Arunachal CM Pema Khandu

Pema Khandu met Mra Welfare Society representatives and said border communities must come first. The remarks came as allegations over fresh PLA movement in Taksing renewed focus on frontier security and connectivity.

Itanagar civic body orders crackdown on single-use plastic, bans carry bags below 120 microns

The Itanagar Municipal Corporation has ordered shops and other establishments to stop using banned single-use plastic and carry bags below 120 microns. The move brings ward-level inspections and pushes businesses towards biodegradable alternatives.

Assam is our ‘elder brother’: Arunachal home minister amid border flare-up

Arunachal Governor K T Parnaik calls for greater transparency in food security schemes

Arunachal Pradesh Governor K T Parnaik on Tuesday, August 11 called for greater transparency and accountability in food security programmes, with a particular focus on ensuring that welfare benefits reach eligible beneficiaries in remote and border areas of the state.

No ‘slow encroachment’ by China in Arunachal Pradesh: Reports

There is no ongoing “slow encroachment” by China in Arunachal Pradesh, as alleged in some social media posts, as mentioned by ANI in its report, while outlining the history of the India-China boundary dispute and the measures being taken to monitor activities along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

Publishing key public details routinely can reduce RTI applications: Arunachal Guv

Governor KT Parnaik told State Chief Information Commissioner Jarken Gamlin that routine public disclosures should become standard practice. He said proactive publication and digital records would improve transparency and reduce separate RTI applications.