Five Killed in IAF Chopper Crash in Arunachal Pradesh
The Indian Air force has ordered a court of inquiry to ascertain the cause of the accident that took place while the chopper was on a maintenance mission.
Violence During Bandh Brings Arunachal Pradesh to a Standstill
The AAPSU has called the bandh in protest against the union home ministry’s recent decision to grant citizenship to the Chakma and the Hajong refugees in the state.
Arunachal Pradesh Health Minister Jomde Kena Dies in Guwahati
The state government has declared state mourning for two days and chief minister Pema Khandu has expressed shock and grief over Kena’s demise.
Heavy Rains in Arunachal Pradesh Trigger Landslides, Flash Floods
Major rivers in the state are flowing above the danger level while surface communication was disrupted at many places along the NH-415 that links Assam with Arunachal Pradesh.
Balancing Taboos in Arunachal Pradesh
In Arunachal Pradesh, tribal communities have elaborate taboos that govern their interaction with nature and thus manage conservation.
Students Protest Against China in Arunachal Pradesh
The students, carrying placards and banners, shouted ‘anti-China’ slogans and burnt the effigy of Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Why Is China Renaming Seemingly Unimportant Places in Arunachal Pradesh?
Two of the six spots renamed could be of significance, but the other four are simply points on a map. Is there a method behind this that we cannot discern at the moment?
China Announces ‘Standardised’ Names for Six Places in Arunachal Pradesh
Chinese state media said the move was aimed at reaffirming China’s claim over the state.
BJP To Join Pema Khandu-Led PPA Government in Arunachal Pradesh
The leader of the BJP in the state assembly Tamiyo Taga is expected to be inducted in the Khandu cabinet.
NE Dispatch: Dalai Lama Visit to Arunachal Pradesh; Agartala-Sealdah Rail Link Established
A round-up of what’s happening in India’s Northeast.
Rebel Congress MLA Pema Khandu Sworn in as Arunachal Pradesh CM
After bringing the rebel MLAs back into its fold, the Congress returned to power in Arunachal Pradesh.
Rebels Return Home and the Congress is Back in Power in Arunachal Pradesh
Congress dissidents had no option but to stay with the party because a mid-term election would have to be held
Blow to Modi as Supreme Court Upends ‘Congress Mukt’ Arunachal Pradesh
Constitution bench faults governor for summoning state assembly, as well as orders passed by the deputy speaker which facilitated the ouster of the Congress and the swearing-in of a BJP-backed government
Supreme Court Restores Congress Government in Arunachal Pradesh
The court called the decision to remove the elected Arunachal Pradesh government “illegal and unconstitutional”.
At Least 16 Killed in Arunachal Pradesh Landslide
At least 16 people were killed when a massive landslide triggered by incessant rains hit a labour camp in Tawang district of Arunachal Pradesh today.
Supreme Court Clears Way for Government Formation in Arunachal Pradesh
Bench says it is satisfied the 14 rebel MLAs disqualified by the speaker were not served notice in the prescribed manner but will continue to consider the legality of the imposition of president’s rule in the state.
From Ethnicity to Power Play, the Drama in Arunachal Pradesh Has it All
The Supreme Court will hear arguments on Monday on the imposition of President’s rule by the Centre in Arunachal Pradesh
With Recent Resolution, Arunachal Joins Goa, Mizoram in Demand for Separate IAS, IPS, IFS Cadre
“After 30 years of attaining statehood, it is the right time we get separate cadres so that development percolates down to all parts of the state in the real sense,” chief minister Pema Khandu said.
Ban on Distribution of Arunachal Times by Local Body Undermines Press Freedom, Says IFJ
The International Federation of Journalists has stressed on the need to respect the principle of free flow of information.
Niti Aayog Stirs Opposition With Arunachal Mega Dam Proposal
Civil society organisations are furious and have reminded the Centre of Modi’s electoral promise to not construct dams if opposed by locals.
Blaming Congress for the Chakma Issue Will Not Help BJP Resolve Its Arunachal Dilemma
A Rajya Sabha committee led by Sushma Swaraj in 1997 first recommended that these refugees from Bangladesh be granted Indian citizenship.
NE Dispatch: Arunachal Under Fire for Tibetan Refugee Policy; CBI to Probe Lafiqul Islam’s Murder
A roundup of news this week from the northeast.
India Deploys More Troops Along China Border in Sikkim, Arunachal
There has been no enhancement of troops at the India-China-Bhutan tri-junction in Doklam; in Nathu La, Indian and Chinese soldiers hold border meeting
‘The Jungle Is Our Mother’: The Transitory Life of the Arunachali Brokpa
A vignette from the lives of the reclusive Brokpa herders of West Kameng and Tawang districts of Arunachal Pradesh who migrate in fixed seasonal patterns at high altitudes.
Landslides in Arunachal Kill 14; Part of Trans Arunachal Highway Washed Away
The state government has appealed to the people to move out of flood- and landslide-vulnerable areas.
NE Dispatch: Army Kills Man in Case of ‘Mistaken Identity’ in Arunachal, Child with Giant Head Dies in Tripura
A round-up of what’s happening in India’s Northeast.
NE Dispatch: Dispute Over Chakma-Hajong Refugees in Arunachal; Japan to Build War Museum in Manipur
A round-up of what’s happening in India’s Northeast.
1959: The Year the Dalai Lama and Thousands of Tibetan Refugees Fled to Arunachal
The Dalai Lama’s exile was but the beginning of a huge movement of Tibetan refugees into India and today’s Arunachal Pradesh was at the heart of that story.
Dalai Lama’s Visit to Arunachal Has Caused ‘Serious Damage’ to Bilateral Ties, Says China
China has also said it will take necessary measures to defend its territorial sovereignty.
Arunachal Cabinet Asks Centre To Probe Corruption Allegations By Kalikho Pul
The state government, however, termed the allegations of corruption against senior leaders and politicians made by the former chief minister in his suicide note as “totally baseless, false and without any evidence.”
Exclusive: Ex-Arunachal CM’s Explosive Suicide Note that BJP is Refusing to Probe
The Wire’s Hindi site, which has obtained a copy of the note – titled ‘Mere Vichaar’ or ‘My Thoughts’ – is publishing it in its entirety today.
NE Dispatch: Fuel Airlifted to Manipur; Two Assam Rifles Jawans Killed in Arunachal
A round-up of what’s happening in India’s Northeast.
NE Dispatch: Tribal Parties Oppose Citizenship Amendment Bill; BJP Expands Cabinet in Arunachal
A round-up of what’s happening in India’s Northeast.
NE Dispatch: Arunachal Youth Critical After Alleged Racial Attack; Centre to Amend Plantations Act
A round-up of what’s happening in India’s Northeast.
NE Dispatch: BJP Forms Government in Arunachal; RSS Sloganeering At Assam Heritage Site Triggers Protests
A round-up of what’s happening in India’s Northeast.
NE Dispatch: NSG Security For Two Former Assam Chief Ministers Removed; Arunachal Village Razed by Fire
A round-up of what’s happening in India’s Northeast.
Uttar Pradesh’s Bird Festival Has Become the Largest in India
A fraternity of birders gathered at the Chambal Safari Lodge to discuss the challenges in conserving bird populations today.
Kiren Rijiju Accused of Fraud For Arunachal Hydro Projects
Kiren Rijiju and his cousin Goboi Rijiju have been named in an alleged fraud involving the Kameng Hydro Electric Project that “may extend to Rs 450 crores”
China Denies Visa to Indian Badminton Team Manager From Arunachal
Bamang Tago, the manager of a 14-member Indian team, was denied a visa by the Chinese embassy “on ground of Arunachal domicile”.
After Inviting the Dalai Lama to Arunachal, India Welcomes US ambassador In Tawang
Verma’s visit to the northeastern state comes at a time when New Delhi’s ties with Beijing have been under some pressure.
