Itanagar, April 16 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh has become another northeastern state to initiate preliminary work for the Census of India 2027, with the process officially commencing on Thursday, officials said.Chief Minister Pema Khandu and Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein actively participated in the exercise from Itanagar and Namsai, respectively.In a social media post, the Chief Minister stated: “I took part in the self-enumeration phase of the houselisting and housing census under Census 20…
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Itanagar, April 16 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Thursday said the state has significantly improved its sports performance over the past decade, including securing the fifth rank nationally and emerging as the top performer in the Northeast during the Khelo India Tribal Games. Inaugurating three major infrastructure facilities at Dera Natung Government College in Itanagar, the Chief Minister encouraged students to actively participate in sports, emphasising that sport…
New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K.T. Parnaik (Retd.) on Wednesday met DoNER Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia in New Delhi, where the two leaders discussed strengthening key sectors, particularly sports infrastructure and agro-horticulture, to accelerate development by empowering youth across the state. Both the Governor and the Minister for Development of North Eastern Region emphasised the importance of leveraging Arunachal Pradesh’s agricultural strengths to ensu…
Itanagar, April 15 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Wednesday underscored that women’s participation in policymaking is a crucial indicator of development, pointing out that developed nations often have 40-50 per cent representation of women in governance. Addressing a special programme themed “Celebrating Strength, Equality and Leadership,” organised to mark the spirit of women’s empowerment and raise awareness about the ‘Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam’, the Chie…
Itanagar, April 14 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Tuesday described the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP), a mega hydropower initiative with a proposed generation capacity of 11,000 MW, as a project of national strategic importance, not only for the state but for the entire country. The SUMP, estimated at Rs 1.5 lakh crore, is expected to significantly transform the development landscape of Siang district, whose name derives from the mighty Brahmaputra River, loc…
Itanagar, April 13 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K.T. Parnaik (Retd) on Monday asserted that educated, disciplined, motivated, and articulate youth serve as the driving force behind a progressive society. The Governor participated in the youth interaction programme Let’s Speak Arunachal held at Lok Bhavan in Itanagar, where he highlighted the importance of empowering young people with confidence, discipline, and the ability to express their thoughts effectively. He noted that …
Itanagar, April 13 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu said on Monday that since the launch of the ‘Khelo India’ initiative by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2017-18, sports development across the country has gained remarkable momentum. Felicitating the state contingent that participated in the ‘First Khelo India Tribal Games 2026’ held in Raipur from March 25 to April 3, the Chief Minister noted that Arunachal Pradesh has witnessed substantial growth in sports infrastructure an…
New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) As the passing away of legendary singer Asha Bhosle sent the entire movie industry into mourning, she left behind a void that will be impossible to fill. As the family and friends gather for her last rites, Modi Archive, a popular social media handle on X, revisited the life of iconic singer and recalled her heartfelt conversations with the Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the years.She was impressed with the developmental works done under Modi government and also onc…
New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) India on Sunday rejected China’s “mischievous attempts” to assign “fictitious names” to places which are part of the country, reiterating that territories, including Arunachal Pradesh, remain an “integral and inalienable part” of it. In response to media queries regarding China giving “fictitious names” to places, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal urged China to refrain from actions that cause negativity in bilateral ties and undermine eff…
Itanagar, April 9 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K.T. Parnaik (Retd) on Thursday visited the remote border outpost of Khenzemane near the Line of Actual Control in Tawang district, where he encouraged troops to maintain high morale, remain physically fit, and stay mentally alert at all times, particularly given the demanding conditions in forward areas. A Lok Bhavan official said that, nestled amid challenging terrain and harsh weather, the border outpost stands as a symbol of India…