North East
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PM Modi to virtually address Sikkim's statehood celebrations, inaugurate projects today
Sikkim | May 29, 2025, 10:03 AM ISTPM Modi will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of several projects, including a 500-bed district hospital worth over Rs 750 crore in Namchi, passenger ropeway at Sangachoeling in Pelling in Gyalshing district.
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Two earthquakes in nearly 30 minutes jolt Manipur's Churachandpur and Noney
Manipur | May 28, 2025, 08:15 AM ISTEarthquake in Manipur: The earthquake occurred at a depth of 40 kilometers. In a statement shared on X, the NCS stated, "EQ of M: 5.2, On: 28/05/2025 01:54:29 IST, Lat: 24.46 N, Long: 93.70 E, Depth: 40 Km, Location: Churachandpur, Manipur."
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Mizoram: Aizawl joins national rail network, becomes fourth northeast capital with rail link
Mizoram | May 27, 2025, 03:43 PM ISTAizawl has been connected to the national railway network via the Bairabi–Sairang line, making Mizoram the fourth Northeast state capital with rail access.
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Assam's Binita Chetry dances into history as first northeastern finalist on Britain's Got Talent
Assam | May 25, 2025, 04:43 PM IST9-year-old Binita Chetry from Assam makes history as the first Northeastern finalist on Britain's Got Talent 2025, captivating audiences with her talent and determination.
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PM Modi Attends Rising Northeast Investors Summit, Hails Northeast Region 'Frontrunner of Growth'
News | May 23, 2025, 06:45 PM ISTPM Modi attended the Rising Northeast Investors Summit. There, he hailed the Northeast region as 'the frontrunner of growth' and highlighted its vital role in India's economic development and future opportunities.
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Rising Northeast Investors Summit: Reliance to invest Rs 75,000 crore, says Mukesh Ambani
Business | May 23, 2025, 01:32 PM ISTThis investment will create over 2.5 million direct and indirect employment opportunities as the conglomerate aspires to touch the lives of most of the 45 million population in the Northeast.
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Rising Northeast Investors Summit: Adani Group to invest additional Rs 50,000 cr over next 10 years
Business | May 23, 2025, 01:33 PM ISTRising Northeast Investors Summit: Speaking at the Rising Northeast Investors Summit, Gautam Adani said his group's initiative will prioritise local jobs, local entrepreneurship and community engagement.
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Sikkim celebrates 50th statehood day with grand celebrations and tribute to Operation Sindoor
Sikkim | May 16, 2025, 05:56 PM ISTSikkim celebrates its 50th Statehood Day with a tricolor rally and reflections on progress, unity, and national security, marking half a century since it became India’s 22nd state.
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Manipur marks two years of ethnic conflict, calls for bandh to remember victims
Manipur | May 03, 2025, 04:21 PM ISTA police official stated that due to the shutdown, shops, markets, business establishments, government and non-government offices, banks, and educational institutions were closed, while most vehicles, except those of security forces, remained off the roads.
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Sikkim: National Highway 10 will remain close on April 18, 19 for repair work
Sikkim | Apr 17, 2025, 08:23 PM ISTThe NHIDCL has advised travellers heading to or from Siliguri, Kalimpong, Darjeeling, and Sikkim to plan their trips carefully, as traffic snarls are expected due to these closures.
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Assam Rifles hosts symposium on Northeast India's future in Agartala
Assam | Apr 12, 2025, 11:36 AM ISTAssam Rifles, in collaboration with Asian Confluence and CENJOWS, organised a high-level symposium in Agartala titled "Northeast India: 2030 & Beyond" to discuss development, connectivity, and security in the region.
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India ends trans-shipment facility for Bangladesh following Yunus' 'landlocked' Northeast remark
World | Apr 09, 2025, 08:00 PM ISTIndia has decided to terminate the transshipment facility for Bangladesh which allowed Dhaka smooth trade flows for its exports to countries like Bhutan, Nepal, and Myanmar.
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IRCTC's 15-day 'North East Discovery' tour will start from this date: Check itinerary
Travel | Apr 09, 2025, 12:03 PM ISTPassengers can obtain information from regional offices and the IRCTC website. Through the "Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat" and "Dekho Apna Desh" programs, it seeks to increase domestic travel and highlight the area's natural beauty.
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Northeast leaders bash Bangladesh's Yunus for 'landlocked' remarks on India's 'seven sisters'
India | Apr 01, 2025, 04:22 PM ISTMuhammad Yunus, during his visit to China, referred to India's northeastern region as "landlocked" and suggested Bangladesh could serve as the "guardian of ocean access," a comment sparking strong condemnation from Indian leaders.
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Yunus urges China to expand economy into Bangladesh, refers to northeastern India
World | Apr 01, 2025, 08:31 AM ISTYunus, who met President Xi Jinping and signed nine agreements with Beijing during the trip, said, “The seven states of India, the eastern part of India, are called the seven sisters. They are a landlocked region of India. They have no way to reach out to the ocean.”
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AFSPA extended in several districts of Manipur, Nagaland, and Arunachal Pradesh | Check details
India | Mar 30, 2025, 04:13 PM ISTThe Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has extended the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) for six months in parts of Manipur, Nagaland, and Arunachal Pradesh, effective April 1, 2025. The government cites security concerns as the reason for the extension, with periodic reviews planned.
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Amrit Bharat scheme: Redevelopment of 60 railway stations begins in North East | Here are details
Assam | Mar 29, 2025, 01:38 PM ISTAmrit Bharat scheme: The redevelopment of these stations aims to enhance the travel experience for passengers while advancing the broader vision of transforming Indian Railways into a world-class transportation service.
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Supreme Court grants Centre three months to complete delimitation in four northeast states
India | Mar 18, 2025, 04:20 PM ISTThe Supreme Court has given the Centre three months to complete the delayed delimitation exercise in Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, and Assam, following concerns over prolonged inaction despite a 2020 presidential order.
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Two earthquakes hit Manipur, 5.7 magnitude tremors felt across northeast
Manipur | Mar 05, 2025, 03:27 PM ISTTwo earthquakes struck Manipur on Wednesday, with a 5.7 magnitude quake jolting Imphal East and tremors felt across Assam, Meghalaya, and other Northeast states. A second 4.1 magnitude quake hit Kamjong district. No casualties reported, but buildings sustained cracks.
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Manipur: 42 firearms surrendered, 5 illegal bunkers destroyed amid ongoing ethnic conflict
Manipur | Mar 02, 2025, 11:12 AM ISTManipur authorities reported the surrender of 42 more firearms and the destruction of five illegal bunkers as part of ongoing efforts to curb violence amid ethnic conflict in the state.