Arunachal Pradesh News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Security forces kill three NSCN (KYA) militants in Arunachal; rescue construction worker
Itanagar, April 27: An abducted construction worker was rescued and three militants of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (KYA faction) were killed on Sunday during a fierce gunbattle between the security forces and the extremists in Arunachal Pradesh’s Longding district, officials said.
Forest fire breaks out in Arunachal Pradesh's West Kameng district
West Kameng, April 25: A massive forest fire engulfed several acres of land in the Dirang area in Arunachal Pradesh's West Kameng district.
Namsai, ideal centre for Buddhist Circuit in North-East: Arunachal Dy CM Chowna Mein
Itanagar, April 22: Deputy Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh Chowna Mein at the international conclave on Buddha Dhamma and the Culture of North- East India on Monday said that rooted in centuries old Buddhist culture and traditions, Namsai, a district in the extreme end of Arunachal Pradesh is a unique example of how an ancient way of life is still being practised here.
Football: Bibiano Fernandes names 35 probables for SAFF U19 Championship
New Delhi, April 19: India U19 men's team head coach Bibiano Fernandes, on Saturday, announced 35 probables for the upcoming SAFF U19 Championship that will be held in Yupia, Arunachal Pradesh, from May 9 to 18. All matches will be played at the Golden Jubilee Stadium in Yupia.
Arunachal CM Pema Khandu inaugurates 4th Arunachal State Games with grand ceremony
Yupia, April 19: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Friday evening declared open the 4th Arunachal State Games 2025 in a glittering opening ceremony held at the Golden Jubilee Stadium in Yupia.
If necessary, govt will send athletes to other countries offering best training facilities: Arunachal CM
Itanagar, April 18: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Friday said that if necessary, the state government would send athletes from the state to other countries offering best training facilities.
12 power projects with overall capacity of 11,517 MW underway in Arunachal: Official
Itanagar, April 18: As several hydropower projects with a total generation capacity of 11517 MW are underway in Arunachal Pradesh, the state government has undertaken ambitious transmission and distribution infrastructure projects to make the state ready for immediate power evacuation and distribution, an official said here on Friday.
Army conducts exercise in forward areas of Arunachal
Itanagar, April 15: In a major step towards ensuring operational readiness, the Spear Corps of the Indian Army successfully conducted an exercise in the forward areas in Arunachal Pradesh, demonstrating the seamless integration of new-generation equipment and weapons, officials said.
Indian Army conducts field exercise in forward areas of Arunachal, demonstrates integration of new-generation equipment
Kohima, April 15: In a significant step towards ensuring operational readiness, the Spear Corps of the Indian Army successfully carried out a high-intensity field exercise in the forward areas in Arunachal Pradesh, demonstrating the seamless integration of new-generation equipment (NGEs) and New Generation Weapons (NGWs), a release from the Ministry of Defence said.
Centre resolved to bring development to every corner of Northeast: Union Minister
Itanagar, April 11: Union Minister for Women and Child Development Annapurna Devi on Friday reaffirmed the Centre's unwavering resolve to bring development to every corner of the northeastern region, echoing the government's guiding principle of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, aur Sabka Prayas".
SJVN commissioning 5 power projects in Arunachal at a cost of Rs 60,000 crore
Itanagar, April 11: SJVN Limited, a Navratna CPSE under Union Ministry of Power, is commissioning five power projects in Arunachal Pradesh with a total generation capacity of 5,097 MW and entailing a combined investment of around Rs 60,000 crore, officials said on Friday.
Arunachal CM suggests exploring smaller projects to increase hydropower capacity
Itanagar, April 10: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Thursday suggested power developers, who are already working in the state, to explore smaller projects in their respective river basins and work on them if feasible to add to the hydropower capacity of the state.
Women and Child Development Minister Annapurna Devi to visit Arunachal Pradesh from April 10-13
Guwahati, April 9: Union Minister for Women and Child Development Annapurna Devi will be visiting Arunachal Pradesh from April 10 to April 13 to attend various programs under Poshan Pakhwara.
Arunachal Pradesh approves 'One Time Relaxation' for direct recruitment
Itanagar, April 8: The Arunachal Pradesh government has approved 'One Time Relaxation' of the prescribed upper age limit for direct recruitment, enabling them to be eligible and to apply for those categories of posts where the previous vacancy notifications (issued prior to 2024) has been or will be cancelled by the Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), subject to prescribed conditions.
India's northeastern region is a jewel, says German Ambassador Ackermann
Shillong/Guwahati, April 6: German Ambassador to India Philipp Ackermann has said that India's northeast region is a jewel. The German envoy, who recently visited various tourism and important places of Assam, Arunachal Pradesh and Meghalaya, in a video post in the social media, said that travelling to the northeastern region of India was very rewarding for him.
Insurgency almost finished in Assam: Arunachal CM Khandu
Itanagar, April 5: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu said on Saturday that insurgency, which affected Assam for decades, impacting Arunachal Pradesh as well, is almost finished due to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's efforts and blessings of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah.
Boundary disputes between Assam, Arunachal Pradesh will be completely resolved: Assam CM Himanta
West Siang, April 5: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday said that boundary disputes between Assam and Arunachal Pradesh will be completely resolved under the present dispensations.
Arunachal govt extends scope of schemes for orphans, underprivileged
Itanagar, April 3: The Arunachal Pradesh government on Wednesday decided to extend the scope of the Chief Minister’s Bal Seva Scheme (CMBSS) and enhanced the pension under the Chief Minister’s Social Security Scheme (CMSSS), officials said.
Trekking expedition in Arunachal to commemorate Dalai Lama's Tibet escape
Itanagar, April 1: A week-long trekking expedition retracing the historic route taken by Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama six decades ago commenced on March 31 from Kenzamani in Arunachal Pradesh's Tawang district, officials said.
Mild quake rocks Arunachal Pradesh district, no damage or casualties reported
Itanagar, March 31: A mild quake, measuring 3.5 on the Richter scale, shook Arunachal Pradesh’s Shi Yomi district and adjoining areas on Monday afternoon, officials said.
Reformation, performance, and transformation are leading state: Arunachal CM
West Kameng, March 31: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu said at a developmental meeting that reformation, performance, and transformation are leading the state on the path of accelerated development.
Arunachal's per capita income jumped by 105 pc in 9 years: CM Khandu
Itanagar, March 30: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Sunday said that compared to 2016, the per capita income in the state jumped by 105 per cent this year, while GST collection increased by 584 per cent.
Centre extends AFSPA in parts of Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, and Nagaland for six months
New Delhi, March 30: The Central government on Sunday announced the extension of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) in parts of Manipur, Nagaland, and Arunachal Pradesh for another six months following a review of the law and order situation in these regions.
AFSPA extended in Manipur, parts of Nagaland, Arunachal for another 6 months
New Delhi, March 30: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Sunday extended the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act for another six months in certain parts of Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland, officials said, adding that further extension of the law would be effective from April 1.
India keeping close eye on China's plans to develop hydropower projects on Brahmaputra: MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh
New Delhi, March 27: Minister of State in the Ministry of External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh underscored on Thursday that India is keeping a close eye on China's plans to develop hydropower projects on River Brahmaputra, ensuring the country's interests are protected.
Assam leads with highest number of ongoing projects for National Highways in Northeast
New Delhi, March 27: As per the state wise details of the National Highway Projects (under construction, completed during 2024-25, approved but yet to commence) in the Northeastern states, Assam has the highest number number of projects and with the longest road length under construction costing Rs 39, 239 crore, as per a release.
Drones and loitering munitions key highlights at 'Ex Prachand Prahaar'
Kolkata, March 27: Swarm drones, kamikaze drones and loitering munitions were key highlights of the tri-services integrated multi-domain exercise Prachand Prahaar being held by the Army's Eastern Command in rugged, high-altitude terrain in Arunachal Pradesh.
'Prachand Prahaar', Army's tri-service multi-domain warfare exercise in Arunachal Pradesh
New Delhi, March 27: In a powerful demonstration of joint operational capability, the Indian Army on Thursday conducted a highly effective and important 'Integrated Multi-Domain Exercise'.
Arunachal Dy CM voices concern over China's $137 bn hydroelectric project
Itanagar, March 21: Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein, on Thursday, highlighted the growing concern regarding China's massive 137 billion dollar hydroelectric dam project, which is set to produce 60,000 MW of electricity over the Yarlung Tsangpo river, in the upper reaches of Siang river in the neighbouring country China.
Opening of Arunachal frontier highway will unite Northeast region: Defence Minister
New Delhi, March 19: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted on Wednesday the importance of developing and 'uniting' the North East region of the country, especially the border areas, saying that projects such as Arunachal Frontier Highway, along with infrastructural projects in Tawang will play a big role in that.
Arunachal police rescue three Assam teens who boarded 'wrong' train
Itanagar, March 14: Arunachal Pradesh police on Friday rescued three teenage girls from Assam at Naharlagun railway station, near Itanagar, the police said.
Arunachal CM releases 'Biodiversity Action Plan' to empower communities to protect environment
Itanagar, March 13: Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Thursday released the "Arunachal Pradesh State Biodiversity Strategy and Action: A People's Plan" that aims to fulfil the Pakke Declaration and achieve the National Biodiversity Targets.
Arunachal govt should notify rules of Religious Freedom Act: Akhil Bharatiya Vanvasi Kalyan Ashram
Kolkata/Itanagar, March 11: The Akhil Bharatiya Vanvasi Kalyan Ashram (ABVKA) on Tuesday demanded that the Arunachal Pradesh government notify the rules of Religious Freedom Act, 1978 immediately and ensure its strict implementation to stop conversions based on greed, pressure and fraudulent means.
Hosts India drawn with Nepal, Sri Lanka in SAFF U19 Championship 2025
New Delhi, March 11: Hosts India were drawn alongside Nepal and Sri Lanka in Group B of the SAFF U19 Championship 2025 in the draw conducted in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Arunachal CM reiterates to implement Anti-Conversion Law
Itanagar, March 8: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu said on Saturday that the Arunachal Pradesh Freedom of Religion Act (APFRA), 1978 would be implemented as the Gauhati High Court (Itanagar Bench) has ordered the state government to frame the rules to implement the law.
ACB given more power to deal with corruption: Arunachal CM
Itanagar, March 8: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Saturday said that the state government upgraded the erstwhile Special Investigation Cell (SIC) to the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), giving it more teeth to deal with corruption in the state government.
MLAs' effective role can make govt schemes successful in grassroots: Arunachal Guv
Itanagar, March 6: Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt. Gen. K.T. Parnaik (retd) on Thursday underscored that effective implementation of government schemes and projects depends significantly on the efforts of the MLAs and he urged the lawmakers to focus on the state's growth and inclusive development.
Christians hold peaceful dharna against anti-conversion law in Arunachal
Itanagar, March 6: Thousands of people under the banner of the Arunachal Christian Forum (ACF) held a peaceful dharna near Itanagar in protest against the implementation of the Arunachal Pradesh Freedom of Religion Act (APFRA), 1978, an anti-conversion law.
Arunachal: GRSE signs MoU with Army for delivery of Bailey Bridge to forward area
Kolkata, Feb 28: Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Army for construction of a 130-feet long Single Lane Modular Bridge (70R) in Arunachal Pradesh.
Mohan Bhagwat in Arunachal as part of RSS's centenary celebration
Itanagar, Feb 27: After a week-long visit to Assam, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat arrived here on Thursday on a four-day visit to Arunachal Pradesh.