Cyclone 'Sitrang' wrecks havoc in Bangladesh, 9 killed; heavy rainfall alert in 4 North-eastern states
Cyclone Sitrang crossed the Bangladesh coast near Barisal after skirting the West Bengal coast. The weather in the southern West Bengal districts is likely to improve from the forenoon, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.
Oct 25, 2022, 09:20 AM IST
Cyclone Sitrang: IMD issues red alert for four North-East states
In view of the cyclone Sitrang, a red alert indicating heavy to very heavy and extremely heavy rainfall has been issued for Assam, Meghalaya, Mizoram, and Tripura on Monday.
Oct 25, 2022, 06:54 AM IST
Security situation in northeastern states, Kashmir improved in last 8 years: Amit Shah
While addressing a gathering on the occasion of `Police Commemoration Day', Amit Shah said "There`s a positive change in the internal security of the nation. Earlier, there were big incidents in the northeast, Kashmir and left-wing extremism-affected areas.
Oct 21, 2022, 11:08 AM IST
‘North-East, Assam marched ahead in 8 years of BJP rule under PM Narendra Modi’: Amit Shah
Amit Shah asserted that Assam and the Northeastern region marched ahead in the path of peace and development during the last eight years of BJP rule under PM Modi
Oct 08, 2022, 13:52 PM IST
Nitin Gadkari shares UPDATE on Hayuliang-Hawai highway in Arunachal Pradesh, to be completed by Dec 2022
Nitin Gadkari shares update on Hayuliang-Hawai highway in Arunachal Pradesh, to be completed by December 2022, reports IANS.
Oct 06, 2022, 11:47 AM IST
Assam cops constructed huts in disputed inter-state border area: Mizoram police
Assam-Mizoram border conflict: The tension in the area due to the construction of the huts dissipated after the structures were demolished.
Oct 04, 2022, 13:58 PM IST
'Agnipath' recruitment rallies begin in Northeast, 1.2 lakh aspirants register
Defence spokesman Lt. Col. A. S. Walia said that over 1.2 lakh male candidates from seven northeastern states have registered their names to be 'Agniveers' in the recruitment rallies. He said that ten rallies would be conducted in different Northeastern states.
Sep 07, 2022, 20:04 PM IST
Amit Shah slams Rahul Gandhi, asks him to 'discard Italian glasses' to see what development PM Modi has done
Addressing a public rally in the Namsai district of Arunachal Pradesh, the Union Home Minister stated that the northeast region had remained neglected during 50 years of Congress rule.
May 22, 2022, 14:49 PM IST
Amit Shah announces reduction in disturbed areas under AFSPA in Nagaland, Assam, Manipur
Amit Shah said, "Reduction in areas under AFSPA is a result of the improved security situation and fast-tracked development due to the consistent efforts and several agreements to end insurgency and bring lasting peace in North East by PM @narendramodi government."
Mar 31, 2022, 16:00 PM IST
Amit Shah hails Assam-Meghalaya agreement, says 'it's a historic day for realising PM Modi's vision for northeast'
Home Minister Amit Shah said that during the last three years, the union government has signed several agreements for ending extremism and for lasting peace in the northeastern states.
Mar 29, 2022, 21:05 PM IST
BJP all set to form govt in Manipur again, here are some factors behind the saffron surge in north-east
Riding high on the Narendra Modi wave, its poll plank of “development” and due to improved connectivity in this north-eastern state in the last five years, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has reaped rich dividends of its hard work in the assembly elections 2022 and now looks set to retain the power in Manipur again. Most importantly, BJP candidate and Chief Minister Biren Singh has also won his seat of Heingang in Imphal East.
Mar 10, 2022, 13:56 PM IST
Amit Shah's BIG promise for Tripura - 33% govt jobs for women, university at an expense of Rs 200 crores
Addressing a rally here to mark the fourth anniversary of the BJP-IPFT government in the north-eastern state, the senior BJP leader said that Biplab Deb's administration has put a full stop to political violence.
Mar 08, 2022, 15:19 PM IST
BJP's ‘double engine’ govt 'necessary' for Manipur, its future: PM Narendra Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that the work done by the BJP`s double engine government has laid the foundation for the development of Manipur over the next 25 years. Addressing an election rally in Manipur`s Heingang, the Prime Minister said that the BJP will again form government in the state.
Feb 22, 2022, 13:15 PM IST
PM Narendra Modi to inaugurate multiple development projects in Manipur, Tripura today
During his visit to Tripura, Prime Minister will inaugurate the New Integrated Terminal Building of Maharaja Bir Bikram (MBB) Airport and launch key initiatives: Mukhyamantri Tripura Gram Samriddhi Yojana and Project Mission 100 of Vidyajyoti Schools.
Jan 04, 2022, 06:11 AM IST
Indian Army rescues stranded tourists in Sikkim
The tourists were stranded around parts of East Sikkim bordering China - Nathu La and Tsomgo due to heavy snowfall.
Dec 26, 2021, 16:07 PM IST
Nagaland Assembly unanimously adopts resolution demanding repeal of AFSPA
The resolution moved by Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio was adopted by voice vote during the one-day special session of the Assembly held to discuss the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA), 1958, and its application to Nagaland in the aftermath of the killing of 14 civilians by security forces.
Dec 20, 2021, 21:38 PM IST
PM Narendra Modi to transfer first PMAY-G instalment to 1.47 lakh beneficiaries in Tripura today
According to the Prime Minister`s Office, "More than Rs 700 crore will be credited directly to the bank accounts of the beneficiaries on the occasion."
Nov 14, 2021, 06:17 AM IST
Milind Soman’s wife Ankita Konwar on racism: If you’re from Northeast, you are an Indian ONLY when you win a medal for the country
Ankita Konwar said that Indians consider Northeastern people ass part of the country only when they recieve medals at events like Tokyo Olympics 2020, otherwise they are adressed with racist slurs like 'chinki', 'Chinese' and 'Nepali'.
Jul 28, 2021, 08:08 AM IST
DNA exclusive: Celebration pictures of Mirabai Chanu's Olympic win and Assam-Mizoram border violence
In tonight's segment of DNA, we will present before you pictures of two celebrations from the northeastern states of the country. One celebration is for winning Olympic medals whereas the other celebration by police personnel and goons for allegedly killing people of own country. On Tuesday, Mirabai Chanu, who got the silver coin in the Tokyo Olympics in the 49 kg category of women weightlifting, attended a grand reception function organised by the Directorate of Youth Affairs and Sports, Manipur at City Convention Auditorium just after her arrival at Imphal this afternoon.
Jul 28, 2021, 00:29 AM IST
Union Cabinet expansion: Kiren Rijiju, BJP’s most recognisable face in Northeast, sworn in as Union minister
The Lok Sabha MP from Arunachal West was earlier the Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports and Ayush and Minister of State, Minority Affairs.
Jul 07, 2021, 19:02 PM IST
