North East - The Purbottar

10 Nov

Printing press worker’s only son dies after firecracker fright in Brahmapuri

barnalighosh EditorNorth East

The deafening sound of firecrackers and a neighbor's negligence have brought a devastating tragedy to a family in Shiva Shakti Nagar, Brahmapuri, Maharashtra. A five-year-old boy lost his life after falling on the floor while trying to run away in fear from the loud noise of firecrackers. The child, identified as Harsh Kumar, son of Neeraj Singh, was rushed to the hospital at night but passed away in the early hours of the morning while undergoing treatment. Neeraj Singh, a printing press worker, saw his only son Harsh standing at the doorway with his elder sister, enjoying the fireworks. At…

10 Nov

Mizoram Minister Calls for Greater Unity and Cooperation Among Northeast States

Sonakshi SarkarNorth East

Mizoram Tourism Minister Lalnghinglova Hmar has called for greater unity and cooperation among the northeastern states, saying the region has the potential to achieve much greater progress through collective efforts, mutual understanding and a shared vision. Addressing the second day of the Seven Sisters' Cultural Meet 2026 on November 7 at Zokhua, a traditional Mizo village in Falkawn near Aizawl, Hmar said that although individual northeastern states had made significant achievements, stronger cooperation among them could create more opportunities for the entire region. The minister also expressed disagreement with the distinction often made between India and Northeast India, emphasising that…

05 Nov

Sports Can Open Career Opportunities Beyond Academics, Says RRU Director at DPVN Sports Meet

Sonakshi SarkarNorth East

Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU), Pasighat Director Dr Sanjeev Singh Moirangmayum has urged students to give equal importance to sports and academics, stating that participation in sporting activities is essential for their overall physical, mental and personal development. He was speaking as the chief guest at the annual sports meet of Donyi Polo Vidya Niketan (DPVN) at Talom Rukbo Nagar in Pasighat on Wednesday. Emphasising the role of sports in shaping young minds, Dr Moirangmayum said sporting activities help students develop discipline, leadership qualities, confidence and the ability to deal with setbacks. He said sports should not be treated merely as…

04 Nov

Roing Rally Sees Strong Opposition to Siang Project, Detention of Advocate

Sonakshi SarkarNorth East

The All Idu Mishmi Youth Association (AIMYA), a Lower Dibang Valley district-based organisation, joined the ongoing protest against the proposed Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP) on Tuesday, with a large number of people participating in a peaceful solidarity rally in Roing. The rally was organised by AIMYA to express solidarity with those opposing the project and to raise concerns over the detention of advocate Ebo Mili and others in connection with the SUMP issue. During the demonstration, participants demanded the immediate release of Mili and the other detained persons. The association said the developments surrounding the project should be addressed…

28 Oct

NNPGs WC Gives FRGN Two Weeks to Disband, Warns of Serious Consequences

Sonakshi SarkarNorth East

The Working Committee (WC) of the Naga National Political Groups (NNPGs), led by convenor MB Neokpao Konyak, has taken strong exception to a statement issued by the Federal Republic Government of Nagaland (FRGN) on October 23, warning that it could create communal unrest and spread fear among Naga communities and students studying in different parts of India. In a press release, the WC demanded that the FRGN immediately withdraw the statement and tender an unqualified apology to the Naga people, as well as non-Naga communities and entrepreneurs living peacefully in Nagaland. The committee expressed concern that the statement could affect…

26 Oct

CDSL launches Reimagine Ideathon 2.0 to boost investor awareness and cyber safety

Business BureauNorth East

Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL) has launched Reimagine Ideathon 2.0, inviting students across India to develop innovative solutions to strengthen financial awareness and cyber safety, with a total prize pool of ₹11.5 lakh for the top five teams. Launched during World Investor Week 2026, the initiative aligns with the theme ‘Samajh Se Investing Simple’ and supports the investor education objectives of the Securities and Exchange Board of India’s (SEBI) Project Jagrook. According to SEBI’s Investor Survey 2025, around 3.21 crore households, or 9.5% of India’s estimated 33.72 crore households, invest in securities market products. Meanwhile, government data indicates that…

08 Oct

East Siang Groups Demand Scrapping of 63 Teacher Transfers, Filling of 69 Vacancies

Sonakshi SarkarNorth East

A 12-hour bandh called by the Bogong Banggo Yameng Kebang (BBYK) along with eight youth and student organisations was observed peacefully across Arunachal Pradesh’s East Siang district on October 7, with the groups protesting the Education Department’s ongoing teacher transfer and rationalisation exercise. The organisations have demanded the cancellation of the proposed transfer of 63 teachers from the district, the filling of 69 vacant teaching posts and at least 30 days to complete the intra-district rationalisation process. The bandh was observed from 5 am to 5 pm. Essential services, medical emergencies and students appearing for examinations were kept outside the…

07 Oct

Devesh Kumar Gets Warm Welcome in Arunachal, Pledges Focus on BJP’s Organisational Strength

Sonakshi SarkarNorth East

Newly appointed Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Arunachal Pradesh in-charge Devesh Kumar was given a warm welcome at the party’s state headquarters in Itanagar on October 6, in the presence of Chief Minister Pema Khandu and senior party leaders. Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein, state BJP president Kaling Moyong, several MLAs, party functionaries and workers attended the welcome programme. The BJP appointed Kumar as its Arunachal Pradesh in-charge last month as part of an organisational reshuffle covering several states and Union Territories. Welcoming Kumar to the state, Chief Minister Pema Khandu said his guidance would help the party strengthen its organisation…

30 Sep

Nagaland Governor Encourages Youth to Build Skills for Entrepreneurship and Emerging Opportunities

Sonakshi SarkarNorth East

Nagaland Governor Nand Kishore Yadav has urged young people in the state to look beyond government employment and develop skills that can help them pursue entrepreneurship, alternative livelihoods and other emerging opportunities. Addressing the State Level Youth Festival 2026 at the Indira Gandhi Stadium in Kohima on Tuesday, Yadav said government jobs alone could not meet the aspirations of every young person and stressed the need for greater focus on skills, enterprise and self-reliance. “Government employment alone cannot meet the aspirations of every young person. We must therefore be open to different pathways and opportunities,” Yadav said. The Governor said…

16 Sep

Governor Applauds Tali, Matey Sisters for Mountaineering Achievements

nanika EditorArunachal Pradesh, North East

Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen (Retd) K T Parnaik has congratulated mountaineers January Tali, Kampo Matey and Nyarian Matey for their remarkable achievements in Himalayan mountaineering. January Tali created history by becoming the first Indian woman to summit both Mount Kun, at 7,077 metres, and Mount Nun, at 7,135 metres, in the same climbing season, completing the ascents between July 27 and September 8. The Governor also lauded Tirap-based mountaineers Kampo Matey and Nyarian Matey for successfully scaling the 6,127-metre Mount Shinkun West in Himachal Pradesh. Commending their courage, endurance, technical skills and determination, Parnaik said the achievements were a…