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Sports Minister Mandaviya inaugurates Khelo India facility in Arunachal

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Saturday reiterated the government's commitment to promote inclusive sports development, especially in remote areas, as he inaugurated a multi-purpose Hall in Kamle district of Arunachal Pradesh The hall, built at a cost of Rs eight crore, is funded by the Central government and will provide infrastructure and training facilities to promote grassroots-level sports in the region. Equipped with modern amenities, the hall will cater to multiple indoor sports including boxing, badminton, judo, wushu, karate, taekwondo, weightlifting, table tennis, and volleyball, enabling young athletes from the region to train professionally and compete at national and international levels. "Arunachal Pradesh has immense potential, and through facilities like these, we aim to create opportunities for youth to shine in sports and contribute to nation-building," Mandaviya was quoted as saying in a release. Mandaviya also interacted with local youth and sportspersons,

IAF Corporal from Arunachal one of the victims of Pahalgam: CM Khandu

An Indian Air Force Corporal, hailing from Arunachal Pradesh, was one of the victims of the terrorist attack at Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir. Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu said Corporal Tage Hailyang was visiting Pahalgam with his wife. Reports said Corporal Hailyang was posted at the Indian Air Force base in Srinagar. "Deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Corporal Tage Hailyang of the Indian Air Force, a brave son of Arunachal Pradesh who hailed from Tajang village in Lower Subansiri. While visiting Pahalgam with his wife, his life was cruelly taken in a senseless act of terror," Khandu wrote on 'X'. The chief minister said the officer served the nation with courage and honour, and his untimely death is a great loss not only to his family but to the entire country. "Our thoughts are with his loved ones, especially his wife who survived this horrific incident. May they find strength and solace in this unimaginable time of grief. We will always remember Corporal ..

SJVN releases ₹269.98 cr land compensation for Etalin project in Arunachal

In a significant development for hydro-power development in Arunachal Pradesh, Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN) Limited has released Rs 269.98 crore as land compensation for the 3,097 MW Etalin hydro-electric project (HEP) in Dibang Valley. The amount was deposited into the joint account of the deputy commissioner and district land revenue and settlement officer (DLRSO) on March 26. This was confirmed during a review meeting chaired by Chief Minister Pema Khandu in Tawang on Thursday. Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein, Chief Secretary Manish Gupta, Power Commissioner Sonam Chombay, and other senior officials were present, according to an official communiqu issued on Friday. Etalin hydro-electric project head Shiraj Swan formally handed over the compensation cheque to Dibang Valley deputy commissioner Pagli Sora. The Etalin project, along with four other hydro-electric projects in the district with a total installed capacity of 5,097 MW, was handed over to SJVN by the state governmen

World's largest dam in China like water bomb for downstream nations: BJP MP

China's announcement of constructing the world's largest dam was like a 'water bomb' which would have a devastating downstream impact on northeastern India and Bangladesh, BJP Lok Sabha member from Arunachal Pradesh Tapir Gao claimed here on Tuesday. The lawmaker from Arunachal Pradesh was addressing a conference on 'Ensuring Water Security, ecological integrity and Disaster Resilience in the Sub-Himalayan Region: The Case of the Brahmaputra'. "China has already decided to construct a dam which will have the capacity to produce 60,000 MW of electricity. This is not going to be a dam, but a water bomb to be used against India and other lower riparian countries," Gao said. He claimed that the devastating floods of June 2000 caused by a similar water bomb that had washed away more than 10 bridges on the Siang river, as the Yarlung Tsangpo is known in Arunachal Pradesh before it becomes Brahmaputra upon entering Assam. 'If China decides to release water from the dam in the future, ...

Arunachal Pradesh witnessed accelerated growth since 2016: CM Khandu

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu said the state has experienced rapid development since 2016, attributing it to the government's policies of "reformation, performance, and transformation". Speaking at a developmental meeting at Shergaon in West Kameng district on Sunday, Khandu outlined the significant progress in GSDP, state budget, per capita income, GST collection, and state-owned resources since he assumed office in 2016. "Reformation, performance, and transformation are driving Arunachal Pradesh on a path of accelerated development," Khandu said, highlighting a 135 per cent increase in GSDP since 2016. He noted that the state budget had grown from Rs 12,500 crore in 2016 to over Rs 40,000 crore in 2025. "If we compare 2016 and 2025, our per capita income has risen by 105 per cent, GST collection by 584 per cent, and state-owned resources, which were just Rs 900 crore in 2016, have surged to over Rs 40,000 crore this year," an official statement on Monday quoted Kha

Afspa extended in parts of Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal for six months

The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, which gives armed forces operating in disturbed areas sweeping powers and immunity from prosecution unless approved by the Centre, was on Sunday extended for six months in entire Manipur, except the jurisdictions of 13 police stations, in view of the law and order situation there. The AFSPA, which is imposed in areas declared "disturbed", has also been extended to eight districts in Nagaland and 21 police station areas in five other districts of the state for six months, according to a notification issued by the Union home ministry. The law was also extended to Tirap, Changlang and Longding districts in Arunachal Pradesh and three police station areas in Namsai district in the state for six months beginning April 1. The AFSPA, often criticised as a draconian law, gives armed forces operating in disturbed areas sweeping powers to search, arrest and open fire if they deem it necessary. "Whereas the central government after review of the law and

Centre to open 100 new sainik schools under PPP model: Arunachal minister

Arunachal Pradesh Education Minister Passang Dorjee Sona on Friday informed the House that the Centre has initiated the process to set up 100 new sainik schools across the country through public-private partnership (PPP) model. Responding to a question from Independent MLA Laisam Simai regarding the government's plan to set up a Sainik School in Tirap, Changlang, and Longding (TCL) districts, Sona said, "The new school would be set up on an affiliation basis through partnerships with NGOs, private institutions and state government-owned schools to meet the growing demand for such institutes." "These schools will be distinct from the existing Sainik Schools under the Ministry of Defence. Communications have already been sent to the district magistrates and collectors by the Sainik School Society," the minister informed. He further explained that interested parties must register for affiliation through a designated web portal. "The applications will be evaluated by the society based

Massive fire in Arunachal's Kameng, Army steps in to bring it under control

A massive fire erupted at Arunachal Pradesh's Tenga market in West Kameng district in the early hours of Saturday.Indian Army personnel from Gajraj Corps responded swiftly, deploying firefighting trucks to control the flames and save lives and property. Authorities are assessing the damage, and investigations are underway to determine the cause of the fire.The fire was reported to have broken out at around 4 am. Troops rushed in with firefighting trucks, swiftly containing the blaze & providing humanitarian aid.The Army personnel rushed to the scene with firefighting trucks, battling the raging flames to protect lives and property.Their swift response and coordinated efforts contained the fire and provided immediate humanitarian support to the distressed residents in the vicinity.The act is yet another testament to the seamless civil-military cooperation, where the Indian Army stands as the first responder in times of crisis, always ready to safeguard the people, an official ...

Amazon Pharmacy expands medicine access from Andaman to Arunachal Pradesh

Using Amazon's nationwide logistics network, customers can now access a wide range of medicines, with same-day delivery available in 23 cities, including top metros and Tier-II cities

India will mitigate China's threat with Siang project: NHPC Chairman & MD

For the last few years, the government has given a lot of emphasis to hydropower projects and pumped storage solutions through policy push and incentives, said NHPC Chairman & MD

DeepSeek AI evasive on Arunachal Pradesh: 'Let's talk about something else'

DeepSeek AI dodges questions on Arunachal Pradesh, sparking global debate on AI's role in sensitive issues

Arunachal CM concerned over China's refusal to get into intl water treaties

CM Pema Khandu pointed that the dam would allow China to control the timing and volume of water flowing downstream, which could have devastating effects during periods of low flow or drought

Increase in enrolment rate in elementary education in Arunachal: CM Khandu

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Wednesday said there has been an increase in the enrolment rate in elementary education and a reduction in the dropout rate at the secondary level in the state. He said the state has achieved a notable reduction in the dropout rate at the secondary level to 11.7 per cent. Khandu wrote on X, "Our concerted efforts have yielded remarkable outcomes. The Adjusted Net Enrolment Rate in elementary education has reached an impressive 100 pc. Similarly, the average annual school dropout rate at the secondary level has reduced significantly." The chief minister credited Team Arunachal for driving impactful changes in the education sector. He highlighted that the initiatives are aligned with the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the goals outlined in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. "In sync with the grand vision of Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji, as brilliantly captured in the new National Education Policy-2020,

Govt cancels auction of 11 critical mineral blocks due to poor response

The government has cancelled the auction of 11 critical mineral blocks in the fourth round due to poor response. While no bids were received for four blocks, the remaining seven mines got less than three technically qualified bidders, according to the annulment notice. The four blocks which include tungsten and glauconite, are located in the states of Chhattisgarh and Arunachal Pradesh. "Since there were nil bids received....the auction process for four mineral blocks stands annulled," the notice said. Critical minerals, such as cobalt, copper, lithium, nickel and rare earths, play crucial roles in the production of clean energy technologies, ranging from wind turbines to electric vehicles. "Since there were less than three technically qualified bidders...the auction process of these seven mineral blocks stands annulled," the notice said. The government had earlier cancelled the auction of three critical mineral blocks in the third round, 14 blocks in the second round, and 14 in

Misinformation spread to turn villagers against Siang project: Arunachal CM

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu claimed that misinformation was being circulated to brainwash villagers against the proposed Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP). People who have been allegedly instigating the protesters against the project are confused about the capacity of the hydropower facility, he said. Being the chief minister I am not aware of the exact wattage of power the project will generate. Even NHPC is not aware of that. How do you know the capacity of the project when the survey and investigation process has not even begun? Khandu asked at the Thanks Giving' programme of local legislator and Panchayati Raj Minister Ojing Tasing on his electoral victory at Boleng in Siang district. If you don't want a dam, if you don't want a hydropower project, there won't be no project...Chapter closed, the chief minister said while addressing at the function, Khandu also asserted that the project is not all about generating hydropower. It is a multipurpose project

DeVANS to boost Samba beer capacity to 600K HL with Rs 60 crore investment

Jammu-based company DeVANS Modern Breweries also plans to enter the duty-free space with one-litre bottles of its Single Malt brand GianChand exclusively for travel retail

Arunachal govt, Indian Army sign MoA for maintenance of Tawang Museum

This significant agreement outlines the arrangement for the management of the Museum, ensuring that it will be overseen entirely by the Indian Army

Arunachal will see transformation in education in next 3 yrs: CM Khandu

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Monday assured that over the next three financial years, the state will achieve a huge transformation in education that will ensure access to quality learning, improved infrastructure and better opportunities to the youth of the state. Speaking at a public meeting at Logum Jini near Aalo in West Siang district, he said that brainstorming sessions, headed by Education Minister P D Sona and his advisor Mutchu Mithi, were being conducted across the state to understand and document core issues in the department and ways and means to resolve them. He said that once these sessions are completed, a comprehensive report with recommendations will be submitted to the state government for further action, an official statement from the Chief Minister's Office said here. I promise that recommended reforms will be 100 per cent implemented on the ground, Khandu assured. Preferring quality over quantity, Khandu said that the number of schools does no

VP Dhankhar on one-day visit to Arunachal Pradesh today for key events

Addressing the convocation, Dhankar highlighted the direct relation between the health of an individual, the productivity of the individual, and the overall health of the society during an event

Arunachal Pradesh launches 'Mission Himveer' to boost local economy

The ceremony was attended by Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein, the Chief Secretary, officers from agri and allied departments and senior ITBP officials. Agriculture Minister Gabriel D Wangsu