The grand finale of Apatani Fashion Week and Apatani’s Next Top Model 2026 concluded on a spectacular note, at Hija village in Arunachal Pradesh’s lower Subansiri district, celebrating the rich cultural heritage, indigenous fashion and emerging modelling talent of the Apatani community.The event commenced with a welcome address by the Vice Chairman of the Sillang…
In a powerful address that redefined the traditional concept of national security, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has identified Himalayan Buddhism as the “civilizational anchor” and the “heartbeat” of India’s frontier regions. Speaking on May 4, 2026, during an international conference in Leh, Ladakh, the chief minister asserted that a nation’s true strength lies…
In a significant move to reshape the employment landscape in the state, Arunachal Pradesh Minister for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Nyato Dukam, has strongly advocated for a societal shift toward the “dignity of labor.” Speaking at an awareness workshop on the Pradhan Mantri National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (PM-NAPS) in Papum Pare district, the minister urged…
Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU) on Friday organized a high-profile felicitation ceremony to honor its medal-winning karate players following their remarkable performance at both the North East Zone and All India Inter-University Karate Championships for the 2025-26 session. The prestigious competitions were held at Dibrugarh University, Assam, from April 1 to April 9, under the aegis…
Governor K.T. Parnaik has concluded a high-profile visit to the remote forward areas of Tawang, where he interacted with the Indian Armed Forces and ITBP personnel stationed along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). During his visit to the historic Khenzemane outpost, the governor emphasized the importance of mental alertness and physical fitness in the…
The second edition of the ‘Freedom Trail’ walk successfully concluded on Sunday at Pungteng-Tse, marking a profound spiritual and historical commemoration of the 14th Dalai Lama’s entry into India. The six-day trek retraced the arduous path taken by His Holiness in 1959 when he sought asylum, arriving in Tawang on April 5 of that year….
The vibrant spirit of the Galo community was on full display today as Mopin, the traditional agricultural festival of Arunachal Pradesh, was celebrated with immense gaiety and cultural pride across the state. From Namsai to East Siang, the festival brought together various tribes, symbolizing a shared heritage and a collective prayer for prosperity and a…
The streets of Itanagar were filled with hundreds of lawyers in black robes on Thursday as the legal community staged a massive protest against the brutal assault of a colleague. Led by the Gauhati High Court Itanagar Permanent Bench Bar Association (GHCIPBBA), the legal fraternity marched from Mithun Gate to IG Park, demanding immediate justice…
In a historic fiscal achievement, Arunachal Pradesh has emerged as the national leader in goods and services tax revenue growth. For the cumulative period of April 2025 to March 2026, the state recorded a staggering 27.5 percent jump in GST collections. This growth rate is not just a regional success; it is an extraordinary outlier…
The vibrant and diverse culinary heritage of Arunachal Pradesh was showcased to a national audience this past Sunday at the prestigious Times Food & Nightlife Awards. Held at The Westin, Mumbai, the event served as a high-profile platform for the state to position itself as a premier destination for cultural and gastronomic tourism. While 34…
