Itanagar, July 11 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K.T. Parnaik (Retd) on Saturday emphasised the need to expand banking services to every village and remote habitation in the state, saying that easy and inclusive access to financial services is essential for accelerating socio‑economic development and promoting financial inclusion. A senior official of Lok Bhavan, Itanagar, said that the Chairman of Arunachal Pradesh Rural Bank (APRB), Vikal Sharma, called on the Governor on Saturday….
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Itanagar, July 9 (IANS) Renowned academician and retired Professor of Chemistry at Osmania University, Hyderabad, Shivaraj, on Thursday, assumed charge as the new Vice-Chancellor of Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU), the premier Central University in Arunachal Pradesh. A Lok Bhavan official said that soon after assuming office, the newly appointed Vice-Chancellor called on Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K.T. Parnaik (Retd), who is the Chief Rector of the university.Congratulating Shivaraj on assu…
Itanagar, July 7 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K.T. Parnaik (Retd) on Tuesday expressed concern over issues affecting the North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST) and stressed the need for sustained and coordinated efforts to further strengthen the premier technical institution. NERIST, the premier technical institution, has been experiencing turbulence in recent weeks following controversies over administrative and recruitment matters. The developments culm…
Itanagar, July 6 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K.T. Parnaik (Retd) on Monday called for heightened vigilance and regular patrolling along the international border, stressing that robust security measures in sensitive frontier areas are vital to protecting the nation’s strategic and national interests. A senior official said that General Officer Commanding (GOC) of 4 Corps, Lt Gen Neeraj Shukla, called on the Governor at Lok Bhavan, Itanagar. Both the Governor and the senior Army off…
Itanagar, July 1 (IANS) Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Shivraj Singh Chouhan, who is on a two-day visit to Arunachal Pradesh to assess the flood situation, on Wednesday assured that the Centre and the state government are working in close coordination and will together help the state overcome the ongoing crisis. Chouhan, along with Union Parliamentary and Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju and Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu, on Wednesday conducted an aeri…
Itanagar, June 28 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K.T. Parnaik (Retd) on Sunday urged students to remain deeply rooted in their traditions and cultural identity while embracing innovation, new ideas and experiences with an open mind, stressing the importance of striking a balance between preserving heritage and adapting to a rapidly changing world.The Governor on Sunday visited Abotani Vidya Niketan at Pachin Colony in Naharlagun and celebrated his birthday with the students, teachers a…
Itanagar, June 25 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K.T. Parnaik (Retd.) on Thursday emphasised that public participation is crucial for the success of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral roll, saying every citizen has a responsibility to strengthen democratic institutions. Participating in the Special Intensive Revision process, the Governor, along with the First Lady of the state, Anagha Parnaik, filled out their Enumeration Forms at Lok Bhavan in Itanagar on T…
Itanagar, June 25 (IANS) An Indian Air Force (IAF) helicopter was deployed on Thursday to airlift relief materials, including a rescue boat, and transport National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel to Arunachal Pradesh’s Keyi Panyor district, where search and rescue operations continued for the second consecutive day to trace four persons missing after devastating flash floods struck the area, officials said. In a post on X, the IAF said: “In challenging weather and terrain, the IAF l…
Itanagar, June 24 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K.T. Parnaik (Retd) on Wednesday held detailed discussions with State Home Minister Mama Natung on the prevailing law and order situation in the state, with particular focus on the recent developments at the North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST). A Raj Bhavan official said the Home Minister called on the Governor at Raj Bhavan, where the two leaders reviewed the overall law and order situation in Arunachal P…
Itanagar, June 21 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K.T. Parnaik (retd.) on Sunday said that yoga, an ancient practice deeply rooted in India’s civilisational heritage, has today transcended geographical boundaries and is embraced worldwide as a universal pathway to holistic health, mental wellness, and overall well-being. Meanwhile, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu celebrated the International Day of Yoga at Jang in Tawang district with school children, personnel of the India…