Arunachal Pradesh

27 Dec

Additional central assistance for Arunachal Pradesh is granted by PM Narendra Modi

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshPM Narendra Modi

Union Minister Jual Oram told Lt Gen (Retd) K T Parnaik, the governor of Arunachal Pradesh, on Thursday about the extra central aid Prime Minister Narendra Modi had given the state outside of the central programs. During a meeting with the governor at Raj Bhawan here, the tribal affairs minister, who is currently in the northeastern state, explained that 17 ministries, including housing, health, education, telecommunication, and sports, are sponsoring the central assistance under the coordination of his ministry. Oram stated that the state might make a bid for these on the grounds that it will help the tribal communities.…

26 Dec

Arunachal minister examines the Itanagar State Museum’s infrastructure

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshItanagar

In a thorough evaluation of the Jawaharlal Nehru State Museum in Itanagar, Research Minister Dasanglu Pul emphasized the necessity of infrastructural upgrades to protect the state's cultural legacy. Pul, who was accompanied by Research Director Sangeet Dubey, emphasized the significance of comprehending local realities in order to guarantee that the museum fulfills its potential under her ministry. Pul, who also has portfolios in science and technology, art and culture, and women and child development, emphasized the importance of the museum in teaching tourists about the history, customs, and cultural riches of Arunachal Pradesh. She reiterated her dedication to making the…

24 Dec

Arunachal Pradesh has found new plant species

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshAeschynanthus chayangtajuensis

Aeschynanthus chayangtajuensis, a new plant species discovered in Arunachal Pradesh, has been formally reported by the esteemed journal Phytotaxa. The species is named for Chayang Tajo, one of the state's oldest and most remote villages, in recognition of the area's distinctive biodiversity and cultural heritage. This discovery highlights the ecological significance of Arunachal Pradesh by bringing to light Chayang Tajo, a community under the Government of India's Vibrant community Programme, which aims to promote economic development and sustainable growth in border areas. The finding of Aeschynanthus chayangtajuensis underscores Arunachal Pradesh's growing stature in the global scientific community and emphasizes the…

23 Dec

Kim Jun-Seok is defeated by Punyajit Likharu in the Aturto 2.3 MMA event

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshPunyajit Likharu

The main event of Aturto 2.3, a professional mixed martial arts (MMA) event hosted at the Waii International Hotel in Itanagar, featured a majority decision victory over Kim Jun-Seok of Korea by Punyajit Likharu, who trains at the UFC Performance Institute in Shanghai. "This victory is not just for me or my coaches; it is for the people of Arunachal and the Northeast," Likharu said, dedicating his triumph to the people of Arunachal Pradesh and the Northeast. For fighters like me, Aturto has given us an amazing platform that has helped MMA flourish and raise awareness of the sport. I'm…

19 Dec

The Arunachal CM examines important areas to boost state development

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshArunachal CM

The departments of Finance, Agriculture, Industries, Transportation, Land Management, and Urban Development met with Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu for a review. Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein joined the conference, where officials addressed important ways to develop several industries. Furthermore, improved urban development measures were also emphasized at the meeting. "On strategies to strengthen financial management, boost agricultural productivity, promote industries, improve transport infrastructure, streamline land management processes" was the topic of discussion during the meeting, according to CM Khandu, who posted on the microblogging site X. Previously, on December 18, Chief Minister Pema Khandu issued a new warning…

18 Dec

Janeth Pinggam’s debut film from Arunachal receives a Jaipur Festival nomination

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshJaneth Pinggam

Chief Minister Pema Khandu of Arunachal Pradesh commemorated Janeth Pinggam's noteworthy achievement, as her first short film "NUMB" received a distinguished mention at the 17th Jaipur International Film Festival (JIFF) 2025. "Congratulations to Janeth Pinggam for her debut film 'NUMB' being nominated at the 17th Jaipur International Film Festival 2025!" the chief minister posted on Twitter. "Wishing her great success and looking forward to more cinematic brilliance," said CM Khandu. Pinggam's accomplishment, which came from the Shi-Yomi district, is notable among the 1,651 submissions from 77 countries worldwide. Her film was chosen for the short fiction category following a rigorous…

17 Dec

After a wild elephant attacked him, an Arunachal man suffered serious injuries

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradeshelephant attacked

A wild elephant assaulted a 22-year-old man in Arunachal Pradesh on Monday afternoon, gravely injuring him, according to officials. Chukhu Obi, a resident of Dobam village in Banderdewa circle, went into the jungle to see how his Mithuns were doing at 2:30 pm. They claimed that a male elephant without tusks assaulted him in the forest. They claimed that a team headed by Kipa Hamak, the officer-in-charge of the Banderdewa police station, and locals hurried to the scene as soon as they learned about the occurrence. After being saved from the forest, the wounded young person was sent to the…

16 Dec

Arunachal holds a collaborative kidney transplant workshop between the UK and India

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshUK-India

TRIHMS, Naharlagun hosted the Arunachal-United Kingdom Joint Workshop on Renal Transplantation, a collaborative workshop on the subject. Prof. (Dr.) Arun Kapur from ABVIMS & Dr. RML Hospital, New Delhi, and Dr. Atul Bagul from UHL NHS, United Kingdom, shared their knowledge with the state's medical team during the occasion. Given that Arunachal Pradesh is only beginning its organ transplantation journey, this session is essential. The two well-known experts' views have given local physicians the information and abilities they need to manage such difficult medical procedures in the future. The agreement, which includes a doctor exchange training program in the UK,…

13 Dec

Arunachal named top adventure travel destination for 2025

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradeshtravel destination

According to Outlook Traveller, Arunachal Pradesh is the best place to go adventure travel in 2025. Chief Minister Pema Khandu responded to the accomplishment by expressing his joy and highlighting the state's attraction to adventure seekers. On his official X account, Chief Minister Khandu spoke about the tourism potential of Arunachal Pradesh. "Happy to see that Outlook Traveller has named Arunachal Pradesh the best adventure travel destination for 2025!" he said. Our state provides every visitor with an unforgettable trip, complete with magnificent scenery and exhilarating adventure opportunities. The state's "pristine beauty, vibrant culture, and endless adventures" are other attractions…

12 Dec

A massive fire breaks out at the Pasighat vegetable daily market

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshArunachal market

Around 9 p.m. on Tuesday, a huge fire started at the Pasighat vegetable daily market, which is close to IGJ Higher Secondary School and the airport. All of the market's produce and clothes sheds were destroyed by the fire. The majority of the market sheds had been reduced to ashes when the Fire Service team finally put out the fire, but considerable damage had already been done. To evaluate the extent of the fire's damage, a standing board comprising Chairman Olak Apang, AEs from Electrical and PHED, OC from Fire, OC from PS, and the DDMO visited the scene. The…