The NorthEast India

11/10/2025

Tensions at the disputed Lapangap village during paddy harvesting erupted into violence, killing one person and prompting a night curfew in West Jaintia Hills. Security agencies are investigating, and local authorities appeal for calm.

11/10/2025

The Assam government has approved a 15-acre allotment for constructing a replica Venkateswara temple in Guwahati, under plans of TTD to build temples across all Indian states. This marks the first such project in Northeast India, potentially becoming a cultural landmark.

11/10/2025

To protect against persistent flood and erosion threats, the Assam government has kicked off a major ₹300 crore anti-erosion initiative in Dibrugarh. This investment aims to secure housing, farmland, and infrastructure along vulnerable riverbanks.

08/10/2025

India will roll out facial and fingerprint authentication for digital payments over UPI starting October 8, moving beyond the PIN model.
The change is backed by RBI guidelines and leverages Aadhaar infrastructure. It aims to reduce fraud and increase convenience, though data privacy concerns will be under scrutiny.

07/10/2025

The Assam government introduced the Shraddhanjali scheme to support the dignified return of deceased residents who die outside the state. This will offer logistical, financial, and procedural aid to families. The move is part welfare push ahead of elections and touches on diaspora communities.

07/10/2025

Following a high-profile revision in Bihar, the Election Commission of India will now roll out a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls across all states. This aims to clean up voter lists ahead of future elections, removing duplicates and ineligible names. Critics warn the move may spark debates over inclusion, exclusion, and political impact.

06/10/2025

06/10/2025

Amid the high-profile probe into singer Zubeen Garg’s death, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma warned eight Singapore-based individuals to depose before the Assam SIT or face action. The case is now awaiting critical viscera reports that may change the classification.

06/10/2025

Ever wondered why you need a special permit to visit parts of Northeast India? The Inner Line Permit (ILP) is a travel document issued by the Government of India to regulate entry into certain protected states. It safeguards local cultures, controls migration, and protects indigenous communities from exploitation.

From Arunachal Pradesh to Mizoram, Nagaland, and Manipur—ILP is more than just paperwork, it’s a guardian of identity and tradition. 🌿✨

06/10/2025

Assam has backtracked on its flagship clean energy incentive scheme launched earlier this year. The move clouds millions of dollars in planned renewable investments for the northeast and raises policy stability concerns among developers.

04/10/2025

Israel’s navy intercepted the Global Sumud flotilla in the Mediterranean, detaining over 450 activists.
This move has triggered waves of protests across Europe, with union-led general strikes and mass rallies expressing solidarity with Gaza.
Italy saw large-scale demonstrations and rail disruptions while protesters rallied at Berlin’s central station.
Israel says the detainees “are safe and in good health” and plans to deport many of them.
Observers see this escalation as likely to further polarize global public opinion on the Israel-Gaza conflict.