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.
NSCN-K backs Pangsau Pass Festival in Arunachal, criticises NSCN-YA for border disruptions
Jan 14, 2026The National Socialist Council of Nagaland–Khaplang (NSCN-K) has extended what it described as its “full and unequivocal support” to the Organising Committee of the Pangsau Pass International Festival (PPIF), scheduled to be held from January 20 to 22, at Nampong in Arunachal Pradesh.
Eaglenest Bird Festival 2026 to celebrate biodiversity, culture and living heritage of Arunachal’s Eastern Himalayas
Jan 14, 2026The Eaglenest Bird Festival 2026, a community-led celebration of biodiversity, culture, and conservation, will be held from February 8 to 10 in Kamenbari, near the Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary along the Assam–Arunachal Pradesh border.
Thousands flock to Arunachal's Malinithan Temple in Likabali on Makar Sankranti
Jan 14, 2026Thousands of devotees thronged the historic Malinithan temple in Likabali, Lower Siang district, on the occasion of Makar Sankranti, celebrating the vibrant blend of faith, history, and culture in Arunachal Pradesh.
Arunachal: EKSWCO urges Chief Secretary’s direct oversight of land re-verification for Lada–Sarli frontier highway
Jan 13, 2026Amid allegations of irregularities in compensation disbursal for the Lada–Sarli Frontier Highway project, the East Kameng Social Welfare and Cultural Organisation (EKSWCO) has appealed to the Chief Secretary of Arunachal Pradesh to personally oversee the physical re-verification of land and property affected by the project, underlining the need for transparency, fairness and public confidence in the process.
Spearhead Division of Spear Corps steps in after civilian vehicle crashes near residential area in Arunachal
Jan 13, 2026Personnel of the Spearhead Division under the Indian Army’s Spear Corps successfully recovered a civilian vehicle that had plunged nearly 60 metres down a steep slope in Basar district of Arunachal Pradesh, averting what could have been a major tragedy.
Arunachal school students chosen as Republic Day special guests after national innovation win
Jan 13, 2026Two Class XII science students from Government Higher Secondary School, Chongkham, in Arunachal's Namsai district have been selected as Special Guests for the 77th Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi, marking a rare national recognition for a government school from Arunachal Pradesh.
Two students from Arunachal’s Namsai invited as special guests to Republic Day parade
Jan 13, 2026Two school students from Arunachal Pradesh’s remote Namsai district have been invited as special guests to the Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi after winning a national-level competition on waste management.
First sighting of Rare Pin-tailed Parrotfinch in Arunachal a boost to biodiversity: Deputy CM
Jan 13, 2026Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein on January 12 termed the first-ever sighting of the rare Pin-tailed Parrotfinch in the state as a significant milestone for biodiversity conservation and a moment of pride for the conservation community.
Arunachal Govt working on tech driven ILP system to curb illegal migration: CM Pema Khandu
Jan 13, 2026Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on January 12, said the state government is developing a robust, technology-driven Inner Line Permit (ILP) system to effectively curb illegal migration and prevent misuse of permits, asserting that protecting indigenous rights and maintaining the rule of law remain top priorities.
BJYM Arunachal pays tribute to Swami Vivekananda on National Youth Day, organises ‘Run for Swadeshi’ marathon
Jan 12, 2026Marking the 164th birth anniversary of revered spiritual leader and youth icon Swami Vivekananda, the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM), Arunachal Pradesh, on National Youth Day, organised a series of commemorative programmes aimed at inspiring patriotism, self-reliance, and youth empowerment across the state.
Arunachal: Tagom Padung elected chief councillor of Pasighat municipal council
Jan 12, 2026Tagom Padung has been elected chief councillor of Pasighat municipal council in Arunachal Pradesh. His leadership is expected to drive local development and governance improvements
Arunachal's Itanagar gets first woman mayor as new IMC team takes oath
Jan 12, 2026Itanagar on January 12 witnessed a historic moment as Likha Nari Tadar was sworn in as the first woman Mayor of the Itanagar Municipal Corporation (IMC).
Grassroots leadership to drive inclusive growth in Arunachal: CM Khandu
Jan 11, 2026Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on January 10, said empowered grassroots institutions such as panchayats are central to nation-building and expressed confidence that newly elected representatives would work with dedication to accelerate development and inclusive growth across the state.
Arunachal Pradesh seeks Centre’s support for key infrastructure at pre-budget meet
Jan 11, 2026Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein on January 10, urged the Centre to support the state’s key infrastructure priorities while highlighting its strong record of fiscal discipline during the pre-budget consultation for the Union Budget 2026–27, chaired by Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.
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