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Heavy rainfall alert for northeast India as monsoon intensifies

5Aug

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Heavy rainfall alert for northeast India as monsoon intensifies

India Meteorological Department has issued weather warnings for northeastern states as an active monsoon system brings sustained heavy rainfall across the region through August 10. Arunachal Pradesh faces the most severe conditions, with very heavy rainfall expected from August 7-10. The state recorded significant precipitation yesterday, with weather stations reporting widespread showers accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning. Assam and Meghalaya will experience heavy to very heavy rainfall on August 7-8, with moderate to heavy showers continuing through the forecast period. Yesterday's weather data showed considerable rainfall across both states, with Silchar in Cachar district recording 7 cm of precipitation. The four northeastern states of Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripur...

25Jul

By Purbalee DuttaNo Comments

News, northeast

Meghalaya Heightens Border Vigilance

Amid ongoing eviction drives in Assam, Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Thursday directed all district deputy commissioners—particularly those in border areas—to remain on high alert and report any cross-border movement immediately. Speaking after a high-level review meeting, Sangma stated that instructions have been issued to monitor regions bordering Assam, especially near eviction sites, to prevent any infiltration into Meghalaya. The meeting aimed to assess the potential impact on Meghalaya and enhance vigilance. The Chief Minister said continuous communication is being maintained with deputy commissioners, who are coordinating with block officials, police, village defence parties (VDPs), traditional leaders, and NGOs to ensure timely information flow and surveillanc...

Bharat Bandh: Meghalaya-Assam tourist taxi associations suspended services

9Jul

By MohiniNo Comments

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Bharat Bandh: Meghalaya-Assam tourist taxi associations suspended services

Tourist taxi services between Assam and Meghalaya were suspended on Wednesday as part of a nationwide 'chakka jam' called by central trade unions and national federations. The All Khasi Meghalaya Tourist Taxi Association (AKMTTA) had earlier announced that no tourist taxi will operate from Meghalaya to Guwahati or any other part of Assam on July 9 in support of the nationwide strike. The 24-hour strike is aimed at pressing several key demands affecting transport workers nationwide. These include withdrawal of the Motor Vehicle Reforms Act 2019, scrapping of the 'Hit and Run' clause under Article 106(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), an immediate halt to satellite-based toll collection, and protection of transport workers' rights, the association said.

Northeast states demand 25% increase in devolution share from 15th Finance Commission

8Jul

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Northeast states demand 25% increase in devolution share from 15th Finance Commission

Four Northeastern states have sought a 25 per cent increase in the devolution share over the 15th Finance Commission period and a special infrastructure fund. A delegation that comprised of Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, Mizoram CM P Lalduhoma, Tripura Finance Minister Pranajit Singha Roy and officials of Sikkim government presented the state’s key demands and concerns during a consultative meeting with members of the 16th Finance Commission in New Delhi. Sangma highlighted that a 20 per cent increase in the devolution share from 14th Finance Commission to 15th Finance Commission saw a 100 per cent increase in capital expenditure of the states. This enhanced fiscal space enabled marked improvements in health indicators, growth in the tourism sector and critical infrastructu...

BSF Personnel Sensitised On Human-Elephant Interaction In SWKH

5Jul

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Animal, northeast, Shillong

BSF Personnel Sensitised On Human-Elephant Interaction In SWKH

The Meghalaya Forest Department recently conducted an outreach programme for the 193rd BSF Battalion at Ranikor, Gumaghat BOP on the Indo-Bangladesh border in South-West Khasi Hills. The session aimed to educate BSF personnel on handling wild elephant encounters and raise awareness about wildlife crimes and trafficking in the region. Experts from Aaranyak, including Dr. Bibhuti Prasad Lahkar, Abhijit Baruah, and Dr. Jimmy Borah, shared insights on elephant behaviour and wildlife crime trends. Forest Officer Sankupar Kharsyntiew discussed plans for joint patrolling to manage elephant movements. Around 33 BSF personnel attended the event, held under the supervision of Inspector Shravan Kumar and Beat Officer Joseph Sawkmie. The initiative highlights the importance of equipping security forc...

Tripura government has unveiled a five-year plan to increase bamboo production

24Feb

By Banasree SarkarNo Comments

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Tripura government has unveiled a five-year plan to increase bamboo production

The Tripura government has started a five-year plan with the goal of significantly expanding the production of bamboo for industrial use. By 2025–2026, the current 461.32 hectares are expected to grow to 45,000 hectares. In addition to making Tripura a major supplier of bamboo products in India, the action is anticipated to improve the state's bamboo industry. In the production of agarbattis (incense sticks), Tripura supplies around 70% of the nation's total demand. According to the 2023 Forest Survey of India report, bamboo occupies approximately 4.2 lakh hectares of land in the state, with 21 different species of bamboo being grown. Only a small portion of this area is suited for cultivation on an industrial scale. The plan's emphasis on developing a more efficient supply chain to in...

A sports initiative is launched in Tripura’s Khowai administration to combat youth drug consumption

28Dec

By Banasree SarkarNo Comments

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A sports initiative is launched in Tripura’s Khowai administration to combat youth drug consumption

The Khowai district administration in Tripura launched a sports campaign to highlight the importance of educating young people about drug usage and other social ills, according to an official. As part of the "Khowai says YES to life" campaign, players in a variety of sports, including football, volleyball, and cricket, would be tested for serious infectious and lifestyle diseases, she added. In order to raise awareness, pertinent audio and visual messages will also be aired in between games, the official stated. The first game took place on the grounds of the Dakshin Maharani Village Committee in the Mungiakami Block of Khowai. "There was a lot of involvement in the first football game. More significantly, as part of the event's requirements, about thirty young people had their blood c...

China’s Upstream Brahmaputra Mega Hydropower dam will produce 300 billion kWh every year

26Dec

By Banasree SarkarNo Comments

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China’s Upstream Brahmaputra Mega Hydropower dam will produce 300 billion kWh every year

On the eastern edge of the Tibetan plateau, China has authorized the construction of the largest hydropower dam in the world. The power plant is anticipated to be located north of Gelling village in Arunachal Pradesh. The dam would generate 300 billion kWh of energy a year and would be situated in the lower levels of the Yarlung Zangbo River. On the eastern edge of the Tibetan plateau, a portion of the Yarlung Zangbo plunges 2,000 meters in a mere 50 kilometers, presenting both enormous hydropower potential and formidable engineering obstacles. As the Siang River, it enters India close to the settlement of Gelling in the Upper Siang region of Arunachal Pradesh. It then flows south into Bangladesh as the Jamuna and southwest through the Assam Valley as the Brahmaputra. According to auth...

Northeast Frontier Railway has launched its high-end laundry care facility in Guwahati

2Dec

By Banasree SarkarNo Comments

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Northeast Frontier Railway has launched its high-end laundry care facility in Guwahati

Northeast Frontier Railway has opened its upscale laundry care facility in Guwahati to provide travelers with clean and hygienic bedrolls, adding an extra layer of travel comfort. With the help of contemporary technology, the tunnel-based laundry system can produce high-quality linen and process an astounding 32,000 bedrolls every day. The products, which are meticulously prepared to guarantee travelers travel in comfort and hygienic conditions, comprise bedrolls, blankets, and pillow covers. "The new laundry care center efficiently handles large volumes of linen while optimizing resources like water, power, steam, and chemicals," stated Kapinjal Kishore Sharma, Chief Public Relations Officer of NFR. The automated system maintains high standards by facilitating seamless transitions bet...

India’s purest and cleanest air is found in Aizawl and Guwahati in the northeast

21Nov

By Banasree SarkarNo Comments

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India’s purest and cleanest air is found in Aizawl and Guwahati in the northeast

Despite the national capital's pollution crisis, the northeastern cities of Aizawl, Guwahati, and Nagaon have become shining examples of environmental excellence, exhibiting exceptional air quality on Thursday, November 21. With an outstanding Air Quality Index (AQI) of 32 and a "Good" rating, Aizawl wins. Nagaon retains an acceptable grade of 56, while Guwahati comes in second with an AQI of 42. The oppressive air in Delhi is a stark contrast to these Northeastern treasures. The most recent data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) shows a clear environmental split. Delhi is still engulfed in a poisonous haze, whereas places in the Northeast can breathe easier. The national capital's AQI scores are disturbing in a number of places, with Bawana recording 418 and Wazirpur hit...