Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Monday said that the town of Nampong in the state's Changlang district, being a historical site of World War-II, holds immense historical, cultural, and economic significance as for centuries, the region has been a conduit for migration, trade and cultural exchange.
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Manipur CM stresses peaceful co-existence, mutual understanding in strife-torn state
Amid the ethnic tensions in Manipur, Chief Minister N. Biren Singh on Monday underlined the need for all the indigenous communities residing in the state to live together peacefully, maintaining an understanding among one another.
Bengal govt to move Calcutta HC seeking death penalty for RG Kar convict: Mamata Banerjee
Hours after a special court here awarded life imprisonment to Sanjay Roy, the sole accused in the rape and murder of a lady doctor at R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital in August last year, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced that West Bengal government will challenge the order in Calcutta High Court soon.
Govt putting utmost effort to end drug menace in Tripura; CM Dr Manik Saha attends Bhoomi Pujan for establishment of deaddiction Centre
Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Monday attended the Bhoomi pujan programme for the establishment of 200-bedded integrated drug deaddiction centre at Bishramganj in Sepahijala district of the state and said that the government has adopted zero tolerance policy to build Nesha-Mukt Tripura.
Unakoti to have Toy Train soon; ecotourism to be developed in Unakoti heritage tourism destination, says minister Sushanta Chowdhury
The state transport and tourism minister Sushanta Chowdhury said that the government is contemplating to develop eco-tourism in Unakoti Sonamukhi tourist place and introduce toy train services for the tourists.
Two held with Brown Sugar worth Rs 7 lakh
Tripura Police today arrested two persons and seized drugs worth Rs 7 lakh from Kathalchari area under Sabroom Sub division of Tripura's South District.
Husband sentenced to life for wife's murder in Unakoti
A District and Sessions Court in Unakoti, Tripura, has sentenced a man to life imprisonment for the brutal murder of his wife. The verdict was delivered on January 18, 2025, by Judge Sudipta Chowdhury, following testimonies from 22 witnesses that sealed the fate of the accused, Ramiz Ali (35).
BJP announces District presidents after elections among 37 candidates
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Tripura on Monday announced the names of its district presidents following elections held among 37 candidates.
‘Such persons should be barred from contesting’: SC on Tahir Hussain’s bail plea for Delhi polls
In no immediate relief to the 2020 national capital riots accused Tahir Hussain, the Supreme Court on Monday adjourned hearing on his petition seeking interim bail for campaigning ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections.
Suspected Brown Sugar worth Rs 10 cr seized from train at Malda, passenger nabbed
The Eastern Railway (ER) has claimed that the Railway Protection Force (RPF) along with the Government Railway Police (GRP) seized 2.115 kg of narcotics, suspected to be Brown Sugar, from a passenger of the Katihar-Howrah Express train at Malda Town station under "Operation Narcos" on Sunday evening.
RG Kar verdict: Mamata unhappy with 'life imprisonment' for convict, says 'death penalty was sought'
As a special court in Kolkata on Monday sentenced Sanjay Roy, convicted in the case of ghastly rape and murder of a junior women doctor of the state-run R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital within the hospital premises in August last year to life imprisonment,
Student from Hyderabad shot dead in Washington
A resident of Green Hills Colony in Chaitanyapuri, Ravi Teja had moved to the United States in March 2022 to pursue a Master’s degree in business administration. After completing his studies, he had been searching for a job.
Drugs valued at Rs 2.38 crore seized in 3 NE states, 3 held
Security personnel seized drugs and ganja (cannabis) worth Rs 2.38 crore and arrested three drug peddlers during the past 24 hours in three northeastern states -- Assam, Arunachal Pradesh and Mizoram, officials said on Monday.
RG Kar verdict: Life imprisonment for Sanjay Roy; not rarest of rare crimes, says court
A special court in Kolkata, on Monday, sentenced Sanjay Roy, the sole accused in the case of ghastly rape and murder of a woman doctor of state-run R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital, to life imprisonment.
Maha Kumbh 2025 to generate 12 lakh gig and temporary jobs, benefit over 8 lakh workers
The 45-day Maha Kumbh 2025 is anticipated to generate an estimated 1.2 million (12 lakh) gig and temporary jobs, benefitting over eight lakh workers across various sectors, according to a report on Monday.
Saif Ali Khan attack case: Mumbai Police find pictures of two suspects on Shehzad's mobile phone
The Bangladeshi national, Mohammad Shariful Islam Shehzad, arrested on charges of stabbing actor Saif Ali Khan after breaking into his house, was keeping a very close watch on the police investigation through news and had kept screenshots of the suspects, being shown by the media, in his mobile phone.
Israel releases 90 Palestinian prisoners in exchange of three hostages
The Israel Prison Service announced on Monday the release of 90 Palestinian prisoners as part of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. On Sunday, Israeli authorities began transferring Palestinian detainees to Ofer Prison in the West Bank, preparing them for release.
'Invasion' of US will come to halt, says Trump on immigration row
President-elect Donald Trump has reaffirmed his commitment to implementing strict immigration limits, a central promise of his presidential campaign on the first day of his assuming office.
RG Kar rape-murder case: Court to pronounce quantum of sentence today
A special court in Kolkata, on Monday will pronounce the sentence for civic volunteer Sanjay Roy, the sole convict in the case of ghastly rape and murder of a woman doctor of state-run R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital.
Air quality in Delhi remains 'very poor' amid cold wave
According to the Air Quality Early Warning System For Delhi, the air quality is likely to be in the Poor category from January 20 to 21. While for the next six days, the air quality is likely to be in the 'Very Poor' to 'Poor' category.
Trump to delay TikTok ban, proposes US part-ownership
President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to issue an executive order delaying a looming ban on the widely popular app to allow time to "make a deal" and called for the US to take part-ownership in TikTok.
Trump takes victory lap ahead of inauguration at rally in Washington
Thousands of Donald Trump's supporters waited for hours in the cold and rain to attend his victory rally on Sunday, a day before the President-elect returns to power with plans to aggressively reshape US immigration and trade policy.
Ramaswamy planning to run for Ohio governor: Reports
Vivek Ramaswamy, who was appointed by US President-elect Donald Trump as the co-head of a body to improve government efficiency, is planning to run for governor of Ohio, according to media reports.
Arunachal CM urges tribal communities to face challenges with understanding, shared respect
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Sunday said that the tribal communities must face the prevailing challenges with maturity, understanding, and mutual respect.
Security forces seize explosives in Mizoram
In a meticulous operation, Assam Rifles and Mizoram Police have jointly seized 30 gelatin sticks and 20 detonators near the important Aijal Club at Khatla Road in Aizawl, officials said here on Sunday.