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Why Women’s Reservation must work differently for the Northeast
While reservation is necessary, it is insufficient without stronger development outcomes and credible pathways that enable women to translate participation into political voice and influence
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ULFA-I cadres apprehended in Nagaland’s Mon; NSCN(IM) cadre surrenders in Arunachal
The operation was based on intelligence inputs and sustained negotiation efforts that led to a peaceful surrender.
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Gangtok elections: BJP’s Srijana Chettri wins Diesel Power House ward
A total of 1,327 votes were cast out of 2,862 electors in the ward, of which 1,283 were valid votes.
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Thin snow, rising risk: Brahmaputra faces early summer water stress
On average, snowmelt contributes around 23% of total river runoff in the region.
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Nagaland: NEPEx, ‘Operation Night Guard’ to bolster disaster preparedness
The Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA) announced this during a press briefing held on Friday at its Conference Hall in the Nagaland Civil Secretariat, Kohima.
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What the HSLC results leave out: The politics of education in Lawngtlai
Each year, when HSLC results are published, Lawngtlai is often the district with the lowest pass percentage.
Arunachal: New mud-nesting ‘fanged frog’ discovered in Namdapha
Motijheel is a small wetland located within evergreen forests of Namdapha Tiger Reserve.
Blurred lines: Why Manipur’s political arrangement raises concerns
Should an individual in such a position be entrusted with state secrets and involved in sensitive security policymaking?
Powering Mizoram: Navigating energy gaps in a clean transition
Mizoram’s electricity requirement and peak demand are projected to grow steadily at 4 per cent and 3 per cent from FY 2025-26 to FY 2035-36, respectively.
This Manipur dish could offer a sustainable protein solution
Despite steady demand, the sector remains largely unorganised, constrained by seasonal supply, limited storage and price fluctuations.
A 1 mm wonder: Meghalaya reveals one of Asia’s most widespread snails
This is the first time the species has been recorded from cave environments in Meghalaya, offering fresh insight into the region’s largely unexplored subterranean biodiversity.
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Tripura: Gross NPA of banks records decline; CD ratio stands at 57%
In absolute terms, gross NPAs also fell to Rs 997.54 crore as on December 31, 2025 from Rs 1,048.73 crore as on December 31, 2024, indicating a gradual reduction in stressed assets despite growth in advances.
Two injured in Ukhrul ambush airlifted to Imphal
They are currently undergoing treatment at the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Imphal.
Ukhrul: Two bodies recovered near Mullam Kuki village
Earlier, there were reports of a heavy gunfight between armed groups at Mullam village in the hill district at around 5:30 am.
Mizoram eyes ‘Winter Capital of India’ status, plans tourism conclave
It was proposed that a pre-conclave meeting be held in May 2026 at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi.
Mizoram to host Northeast’s first franchise U-19 basketball league
The league is positioned as a junior-level platform inspired by the Mizoram Super League.
Single contest in Gangtok’s DPH Ward as most ULB seats go uncontested
In the Diesel Power House ward, two candidates were initially in the fray—sitting councillor Bindya Cintury and BJP’s Srijana Chettri
