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Psephology and the Exit Poll ritual: Prediction or a game of darts?
One limitation in the science of psephology is the mushrooming number of pollsters who, in many cases, have connections to political parties or serve as agents of politicians.
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Manipur: Phungyar MLA questions security absence after Kamjong attack
Villagers also informed the MLA that one Tangkhul woman and 21 Myanmarese residents staying in the border villages remain missing following the attack.
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How the DPDP Act could reshape digital rights and governance in India
The law reinforces the Right to Privacy, which the Supreme Court recognised as a fundamental right in the landmark Puttaswamy judgment.
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Assam: New Assembly richer and fewer criminal cases, but women still missing
One of the most striking features of the new Assembly is the sharp rise in wealthy legislators.
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Arunachal butterflies are picky about where they ‘mud puddle’: Study
The findings underline the ecological importance of preserving moisture-rich microhabitats and organic resource zones inside forest ecosystems.
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Assam flood losses driven more by vulnerability than water levels: IIT study
Published in the journal Regional Environmental Change, the study by Surbhi Vyas, Anamika Barua and C. Mallikarjuna highlights that socio-economic fragility, rather than flood intensity alone, is now a key driver of loss and damage across the state.
When food politics backfires: What West Bengal’s 2026 verdict tells us
As the 2026 election results unfolded, the prominence of food in political discourse underscored an evolving democratic landscape.
Beyond identity: What we learnt from the Guwahati Central verdict
The outcome suggests that a significant section of voters prioritised deliverability over symbolic alignment.
Myanmar’s Chin State is changing, and here is why it matters for India
Strategically located in the Chin Hills, Falam is the only township in the state with an operational airport and houses several administrative offices
Sinakeithei under siege: How a Tangkhul village became a battleground
Residents are increasingly afraid to venture into their fields due to the risk of gunfire from the nearby Lungter hills, where armed groups have allegedly established bunkers and trenches.
Deepor Beel elevated corridor sparks concern over tree felling, ecological impact
Environmentalists warn that this could fragment habitats in an already degraded wetland ecosystem that supports thousands of migratory birds, reptiles, and other fauna.
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Royal Bengal Tiger returns to D Ering Memorial Wildlife Sanctuary after two decades
The sighting has been captured through camera trap surveys conducted in the Wildlife Sanctuary with technical support from thr Ashoka Trust Research in Ecology and Environment (ATREE).
Mizoram positioned as gateway to Southeast Asia at UNNATI investment meet
Addressing the gathering, Minister F. Rodingliana said investors had long been hesitant to invest in Mizoram due to limited knowledge and awareness about the state.
Akashvani Kohima marks 90 yrs of broadcasting with marathon
The marathon began at the Old MLA Hostel Junction and concluded at the High School Junction in Kohima. A total of 180 students from six government schools participated in the event.
Kidney trafficking racket busted in upper Assam, four arrested
The arrested accused have been identified as Zakir Hussain (53), Shankar Chentanu (28), Samir Pal (37) and Gopal Roy (31).
Five Mizo women rescued in Uttarakhand trafficking case; six held
According to police sources, an FIR was lodged on May 1, 2026, by a Mizo woman who alleged that she and her younger sister had travelled to Rudrapur in October 2025 after being promised jobs at Beauty Queen Salon & Spa with a monthly salary of Rs. 20,000. Their travel expenses were reportedly arranged by the spa owner.
Nagaland records high income inequality: Report
The report released on March 9 highlighted stark disparities in income distribution across districts.
