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The Meghalaya chief minister opens a circuit house, block development complex, and mini secretariat in Pynursla.

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma inaugurated the newly constructed Mini Secretariat, Circuit House, and Block Integrated Development Complex (BIDC) at Pynursla in East Khasi Hills, marking a major milestone in decentralising governance and strengthening administrative infrastructure. The Mini Secretariat is designed as a one-stop centre, allowing citizens to access a range of essential services locally, without needing to travel far. Sangma acknowledged the generosity of the local Raid Shabong community for donating land, emphasizing that meaningful development happens when government and people work together. He highlighted that all 56 blocks in Meghalaya now have sanctioned funds for permanent complexes, and over Rs. 150 crore has been invested in administrative infrastructure, with nearly Rs. 500 crore spent on school buildings statewide to ensure efficient grassroots service delivery and quality governance.

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To promote digital learning, Tripura extends its free Wi-Fi network to eleven additional colleges.

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha launched a free Wi-Fi facility across 11 Government Degree Colleges under the Digital Tripura initiative, enhancing digital access and learning opportunities for students. The initiative, implemented in collaboration with the Department of Higher Education, has equipped colleges with high-speed, secure internet infrastructure, expanding coverage in its second phase after connecting 19 colleges in the initial rollout. Additionally, the Mukhyamantri Yuba Yogayog Yojana (MYYY) was introduced for the 2024–25 academic year, granting eligible final-year undergraduate students up to ₹5,000 for purchasing smartphones to further bridge the digital divide and promote technology-led growth in Tripura’s higher education sector.

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A study warns that Manipur’s Loktak Lake is in danger due to human activity.

A Nagaland University study shows that expanding agriculture, settlements, and shifting cultivation around Manipur’s Loktak Lake severely degrade water quality, threatening biodiversity and local livelihoods. Pollution is highest in the Nambul and Khuga rivers due to land-use disturbances, while forested rivers like Thoubal and Iril have better water quality. The study calls for community-based land management and sustainable Jhum cultivation to protect the lake and the endangered Sangai deer habitat in Keibul Lamjao National Park

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As Meghalaya truckers start an extended protest, the cement supply is hampered.

Truckers of the Meghalaya Commercial Truck Owners and Drivers Association (MCTODA) launched an indefinite protest at Jowai Bypass, halting cement and clinker transport across Jaintia Hills. The strike demands enforcement of state-approved freight rates by local industries. Despite government appeals, the protest continues with no resolution yet, affecting supply to factories in East Jaintia Hills.

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Mizoram: The government will hold its first recruitment rally.

The Mizoram government will hold its first Territorial Army recruitment rally in Aizawl from November 15 to 25 to combat drug trafficking and law and order challenges. A total of 144 posts, including nine reserved for women, will be filled. Recruits will receive competitive pay, medical benefits, pensions, and lifelong recognition. The initiative aims to strengthen security and foster good relations between security forces and locals, supported by awareness campaigns on social and digital platforms.

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Manipur: Travel agencies request that the governor secure PAP for the trip.

Foreign nationals face challenges obtaining Protected Area Permits (PAP) to enter Manipur due to security concerns. The Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) submitted a memorandum to Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla proposing pre-arrival PAP applications and allowing authorized tour operators to apply on tourists’ behalf. PAPs were reinstated in December 2024 after being lifted in 2011, with strict monitoring of foreign visitors’ movements. Tourists must register with the CID Office in Imphal, with hotels assisting if they stay overnight.

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HIV accusation judged to be unfounded; Arunachal IAS official placed in 14-day judicial prison

Former Itanagar Capital Region Deputy Commissioner Talo Potom has been placed under 14 days of judicial custody in connection with a case involving the alleged suicide of Yekar. The suicide note reportedly accused Potom and another official of sexual exploitation and mental harassment. Police investigations uncovered that Potom swapped his SIM card before absconding, and previous rumors of him being HIV-positive were disproven. The case is under investigation by Nirjuli Police under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.

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Crop insurance will shortly be introduced by the Mizoram government. Vanlalruata, Minister of Agriculture.

Mizoram Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister PC Vanlalruata announced that the state government will soon introduce a crop insurance scheme to protect farmers from financial losses due to crop failure, natural disasters, pests, or diseases. A state-level coordination committee on crop insurance has been set up, and a general insurance company has been selected to implement the scheme.

The minister emphasized that the initiative fulfills the ruling Zoram People’s Movement’s 2023 election promise to safeguard farmers and ensure assured procurement. The government has already begun directly purchasing produce from farmers, including continued procurement of ginger under the “Bana Kaih” (handholding) scheme. Around Rs 140 crore has been spent on buying raw ginger, with an additional Rs 50 crore allocated for the 2025–26 fiscal year to sustain the program.

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While travelling to Jalpaiguri, six citizens of Bangladesh were detained in Tripura.

“Acting on a tip-off, personnel from the 154th Battalion of the Border Security Force (BSF) on Sunday detained six Bangladeshi nationals—including a child—at Ambassa Railway Station in Dhalai district, Tripura. The group, all residents of Bagerhat district in Bangladesh, had allegedly entered Tripura illegally with the help of an intermediary and planned to travel to Jalpaiguri in West Bengal in search of work. During interrogation, one detainee admitted to crossing the border about a month ago after being introduced to a contact in Agartala. Photographs of the group were sent in advance to a Jalpaiguri-based agent. After questioning, the detainees are set to be handed over to Ambassa Police and produced before the court. The incident highlights ongoing challenges of cross-border migration and trafficking in the region.”

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New air connections between Agartala and Bagdogra and Silchar would improve regional connectivity.

“Agartala’s Maharaja Bir Bikram (MBB) Airport has expanded its air connectivity with the launch of new direct flights linking Agartala to Bagdogra and the resumption of flights to Silchar after nearly 30 years. Air India Express has inaugurated the Agartala–Bagdogra route, while IndiGo is set to resume Agartala–Silchar flights, marking significant enhancements in regional access. The newly built 30,000 sq. metre terminal at MBB Airport can handle both domestic and international passengers during peak hours, solidifying its status as the Northeast’s second-busiest airport after Guwahati. With direct air links to ten key Indian cities and future plans to start international services to Chittagong, the airport is recognized for its modern facilities and rising importance as a regional hub. Land for the airport, like several others in Tripura, was donated by the state’s royal family, and the site played a strategic role in World War II, having been bombed by Japanese aircraft in 1943. The airport currently ranks tenth nationally for customer satisfaction and manages 4,000 to 5,000 passengers daily with up to 16 flights per day.”

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ASSAM RIFLES DISTRIBUTES ESSENTIAL ITEMS IN  MANIPUR

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ASSAM RIFLES CONDUCTS MEDICAL AND OUTREACH CAMP

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Over the following two years, 150 Northeast goods will be GI-tagged.

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Over 1.46 lakh people visited Kaziranga National Park in the 2025–2026 season, indicating an increase in tourism in Assam.

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“Jyoti-Bishnu Antarjatik Kala Mandir,” the largest auditorium in NE, opens in Guwahati.

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42 new train stops are added by Northeast Frontier Railway throughout Assam and West Bengal.

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Four people were detained for damaging Christmas decorations at St. Mary’s School in Nalbari in Assam.

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Due to the NH-715 diversion proposal, locals block the Kaliabor–Jakhalabandha road in Assam.

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Dima Hasao tourism may suffer as Vistadome Express will be permanently discontinued on January 1 in Assam.

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Assam CM: 18 foreigners who tried to enter illegally were returned

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In an interstate operation, Tripura police find 24 missing young people from Siang, Arunachal.

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ASSAM RIFLES SEIZES HEROIN WORTH ₹14 CRORES IN CACHAR DISTRICT, ASSAM

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ASSAM RIFLES RECOVERS HUGE QUANTITY OF EXPLOSIVES ON JIRIBAM-TIPAIMUKH ROAD, MANIPUR

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ASSAM RIFLES NATIONAL INTEGRATION TOUR FOR JIRI IMA MEIRA PAIBI APUNBA LUP (JIMPAL) REACHES GUWAHATI

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ASSAM RIFLES NATIONAL INTEGRATION TOUR FOR JIRI IMA MEIRA PAIBI APUNBA LUP (JIMPAL) REACHES KOLKATA

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ASSAM RIFLES AND DRI SEIZES YABA TABLETS WORTH ₹39 CRORES IN CACHAR DISTRICT, ASSAM