Shillong, July 15 (IANS) The North Eastern Council (NEC) has sanctioned more than Rs 13.58 crore for a series of development projects in Meghalaya during May and June this year, covering key sectors such as healthcare, education, road infrastructure, renewable energy and community development, officials said on Wednesday.A senior official said that the financial assistance has been approved under the Schemes of the North Eastern Council (SoNEC) with the objective of strengthening infrastructure …
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Imphal, July 13 (IANS) Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla has said that the state has a rich sporting legacy and its athletes have consistently brought laurels to the country through outstanding performances at national and international competitions. The Governor, accompanied by Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh and Home Minister Konthoujam Govindas Singh, who also holds the Youth Affairs and Sports portfolio, attended the closing ceremony of the first Bishnupur District Olympic Games 2026 …
Agartala, July 12 (IANS) Senior officials of Tripura and Mizoram will soon hold talks to discuss the long-pending inter-state border dispute along the 109-km boundary shared by the two northeastern states, officials said here on Sunday. A senior official said Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has taken the initiative to revive the dialogue with Mizoram to resolve the long-standing border issue through mutual discussions.Addressing an official function here on Saturday, CM Saha said he had discus…
Itanagar, June 22 (IANS) The Arunachal Pradesh State Human Rights Commission (APSHRC) has recommended urgent infrastructure development and flood-control measures in Chakma and Hajong settlement areas of Changlang district, officials said on Monday. The APSHRC stressed that such interventions are necessary to ensure that the migrant communities and their descendants continue to reside within their designated settlement areas while safeguarding the demographic interests of the indigenous tribes o…
Itanagar, June 5 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lieutenant General K.T. Parnaik (retired) on Friday lauded the Assam Rifles for its dedicated service in securing the international border with Myanmar and for its pivotal role in preserving peace and stability in the strategically important border areas of the state. Assam Rifles Director General (DG) Lieutenant General Vikas Lakhera called on the Arunachal Pradesh Governor in Shillong on Thursday when the latter was in Shillong for the plenary…
Shillong/Agartala, June 4 (IANS) Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Thursday urged the Centre to enhance the funding ceiling for Externally Aided Projects (EAPs), introduce direct Agartala-Chittagong flight services, and provide a subsidy on natural gas to accelerate the state’s development and connectivity. Addressing the 73rd plenary session of the North Eastern Council (NEC) in Shillong, Saha said the Union Finance Ministry has fixed a ceiling of Rs 4,146 crore for Tripura under the EAP f…
Shillong, June 4 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Thursday said the state government has submitted a memorandum to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, raising four key issues concerning Meghalaya’s interests during the latter’s visit to Shillong for the 73rd Plenary Session of the North Eastern Council (NEC). Addressing reporters, Sangma said the memorandum focused on measures to curb illegal immigration, the inclusion of Khasi and Garo languages in the Eighth Schedule of the C…
Shillong, June 4 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Thursday said the North Eastern Council (NEC) is undergoing a major transformation, moving from being primarily a funding agency to a policy-driven institution shaping the development agenda of the entire Northeast region. Speaking after the 73rd Plenary Session of the NEC in Shillong, Sangma said the meeting, chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, was attended by governors and chief ministers of all eight northeastern state…
Shillong/Kohima, June 4 (IANS) Nagaland Governor Nand Kishore Yadav on Thursday called for stronger regional cooperation, improved connectivity, and increased investments in infrastructure, youth empowerment, and sustainable development to accelerate the growth of the Northeast. Addressing the 73rd plenary session of the North Eastern Council (NEC) in Shillong, the Governor reaffirmed Nagaland’s commitment to building a prosperous, sustainable, and inclusive Northeast, stressing that regional …
Shillong/Aizawl, June 4 (IANS) Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Thursday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Act East Policy offers a strong and forward-looking framework for the holistic development of the northeastern region, while highlighting the immense potential of the region as India’s gateway to Southeast Asia.Addressing the 73rd plenary session of the North Eastern Council (NEC) in Shillong, the Chief Minister observed that the region is strategically positioned to become a ma…