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The Latest Breaking News from Arunachal Pradesh

Assam flood toll rises to 87 with 2 more deaths, nearly 1.3 lakh still affected

Assam struggles with a rising flood toll now at 87 after two new deaths were recorded. Around 1.3 lakh residents are still affected across six districts. Thankfully, water levels are starting to recede, bringing hope to distressed communities. Yet, forecasts of torrential rain in Arunachal Pradesh and Meghalaya could worsen…

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SC summons Arunachal chief secretary, home secretary over alleged non-cooperation in CBI probe linked to CM Pema Khandu's kin

Supreme Court summoned Arunachal Pradesh officials regarding CBI probe non-cooperation. The court directed them to explain their lack of assistance to the agency. This action follows allegations of preferential awarding of public works contracts. The CBI requires more time to complete its preliminary inquiry. The officials must appear before the…

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Weather update (August 3): IMD issues heavy rain alert for Delhi, Kerala, Bihar and other regions; check state-wise forecast

The India Meteorological Department has issued weather warnings for Monday, August 3. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected across Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, and Sub-Himalayan West Bengal. Many other states will also witness heavy showers accompanied by thunderstorms and strong winds. Squally weather is forecast over adjoining seas with wind…

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This Himalayan treasure helped over 200 families earn lakhs while protecting 100 sq km of forest

A wild Himalayan spice known as Khagi is transforming lives in Arunachal Pradesh. Indigenous communities are using the native spice to generate sustainable income while protecting forests and biodiversity. The community-led initiative has benefited more than 200 families and generated around Rs 39 lakh in revenue. It has also created…

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The Red Panda Is Not a Panda: The Real Taxonomy of This Endangered Himalayan Mammal

The Giant Panda Stole the NameWestern science described the red panda nearly fifty years before anyone in Europe had documented the giant panda. Frédéric Cuvier formally named it Ailurus fulgens in 1825. The name translates from Latin and Greek as "fire-coloured cat", which is at least honest about what it…

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Weather forecast for July 31, 2026: Check IMD rain alerts for Delhi, Gujarat, Kerala and more

Heavy rainfall is expected across large parts of India on Friday. Active monsoon conditions will persist over north, central, east, and southern regions. Several states are likely to witness heavy to very heavy rainfall. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds have also been forecast. Intense monsoon activity will continue…

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Assam flood toll rises to 78 with three more deaths, 3 lakh remain affected in 7 districts

Three more deaths were reported in Assam floods, raising the total toll to seventy-eight. Over three lakh people remain affected across seven districts due to the ongoing deluge. Heavy to very heavy rainfall with thunderstorms is predicted for the next three days. This forecast could impact districts bordering Arunachal Pradesh…

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Why These Secret Places in India Are Going Viral

Travel trends are changing rapidly. Instead of crowded tourist hotspots, many travelers now prefer peaceful destinations where they can connect with nature, experience local culture, and enjoy breathtaking landscapes. Social media has also played a major role in bringing lesser-known places into the spotlight. Stunning drone videos, travel reels, and…

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Nagaland Is the Northeast Indian State That Will Rearrange Your Assumptions About India

The India you thought you knew stops at the foothillsKohima sits at roughly 1,500 metres above sea level, and the air there does something immediate to your assumptions. The town is the capital of Nagaland, a state that shares borders with Myanmar and Arunachal Pradesh, and it looks nothing like…

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5 Wildlife Experiences in India That Work Exceptionally Well for Families With Teenagers

Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan, Tiger Safari With a Fortress BackdropRanthambore is the most reliable place in India to see tigers in the open, and that reliability matters when you are travelling with teenagers who will not forgive a blank forest. The park's tigers have been photographed resting on the ruins…

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Why Getting to Tawang in Arunachal Is Harder Than Almost Any Other Destination in India

The paperwork comes before the road doesTawang is one of the few places in India where you cannot simply buy a ticket and go. Arunachal Pradesh requires an Inner Line Permit for every Indian citizen who is not from the state. Foreign nationals need a Protected Area Permit on top…

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Arunachal Pradesh Cabinet approves Rs 7,834 crore for 4 major schemes; 20% reservation for retired Agniveers in state police

Arunachal Pradesh's Cabinet approved Rs 7,834 crore for four comprehensive schemes. This investment will improve roads and rural connectivity across the state. The government also approved power infrastructure upgrades and enhanced education programs. New initiatives will support youth, MSMEs, and public services.

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India's Largest Wild Bovine Is the Gaur, and Almost Nobody Knows This Massive Forest Giant Exists

The size nobody talks aboutA fully grown male gaur can stand 220 centimetres at the shoulder and weigh up to 1,500 kilograms. That is not a misprint. The gaur, classified as Bos gaurus, is the largest wild bovine on earth, heavier than the American bison, taller than the African buffalo,…

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Weather tomorrow July 15: IMD warns of heavy rain in Odisha, Bihar, Assam, West Bengal, Meghalaya; Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab to get showers, Tamil Nadu, Telangana face heat

Weather tomorrow July 15: Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal will receive heavy to extremely heavy rainfall. Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Haryana expect rain and thunderstorms. Southern states like Tamil Nadu will experience hot and humid conditions. The monsoon remains vigorous over eastern and northeastern regions this week. Residents…

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Six Remote Festivals Across India Where the Ritual Feels Like It Was Never Meant to Be Witnessed

Torgya Festival, Tawang, Arunachal PradeshThree days before Losar, the Tibetan New Year, the monks of Tawang Monastery perform Torgya in near-total isolation at 10,000 feet. The monastery, the largest in India and one of the largest in the world, sits above a town that most domestic tourists have still never…

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China's plan to build world's biggest dam on Brahmaputra near Arunachal Pradesh hits an 'Ice Age fault': Report

Chinese scientists have identified an active fault line beneath the Yarlung Tsangpo dam construction zone. This geological finding raises significant concerns for India regarding water security and ecological damage. The dam, intended as the world's largest hydropower project, faces potential structural instability issues. India has long sought greater transparency and…

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Inter-Ministerial Central Team surveys flood-hit Arunachal Pradesh; satellite images to aid assessment of inaccessible areas

A central team is assessing flood and landslide damage in Arunachal Pradesh. The team assured the state of full assistance from the Centre. Several areas remain inaccessible due to continuing heavy rainfall and blocked roads. Satellite imagery is being used to assess losses in remote locations. The assessment tour is…

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The Great Hornbill's Nesting Ritual Is Unlike Anything Else in India's Bird World

A Bird That Walls Itself InThe female great hornbill (Buceros bicornis) does something no other bird in India does during breeding season: she enters a hollow tree, and the pair plasters the entrance shut with mud, droppings, and fruit pulp until only a narrow vertical slit remains. She stays inside…

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5 Lesser-Known Wildlife Sanctuaries in India Where Real Solitude and Wilderness Still Exist

Dampa Tiger Reserve, MizoramDampa sits in the far west of Mizoram, sharing a border with Bangladesh, and receives a fraction of the footfall that Kaziranga or Corbett pulls in any given weekend. The reserve covers roughly 500 square kilometres of semi-evergreen and moist deciduous forest, and tigers are present, though…

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Nearly 83,000 hectares of Assam land encroached by four states

During a recent assembly meeting, concerns were raised regarding land occupation by neighboring states in Assam. Nagaland currently occupies the majority of land, with Arunachal Pradesh and Mizoram taking significant shares as well. Interestingly, Meghalaya has claimed the least land from Assam. The state government is committed to resolving these…

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Arunachal Pradesh govt deploys helicopter to airlift essential supplies to areas cut off by flood

Heavy rains have caused devastating floods and landslides in Arunachal Pradesh, isolating several villages in Lower Siang. A commercial helicopter is now crucial for delivering emergency food and medical supplies to the cut-off communities. The administration is working to clear debris on vital roads, implementing traffic restrictions to ensure restoration…

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Jairam Ramesh accuses centre of "calibrated capitulation" to China over power project decision

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh has slammed the Centre's "calibrated capitulation" to China, citing reports of Chinese-linked firms bidding for government power projects amidst ongoing border tensions and trade imbalances. Ramesh highlighted China's actions in Arunachal Pradesh, the Brahmaputra, and Eastern Ladakh, and criticized PM Modi's past statements. He pointed to…

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Four rescued from overflowing Arunachal river after raft capsizing; Assam grapples with floods

A dramatic rescue operation in Arunachal Pradesh saw four individuals safely airlifted from the overflowing Sisiri River after their rescue raft capsized. Meanwhile, Assam grapples with its first wave of floods, inundating six districts and disrupting connectivity. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has assured full support to the state's Chief…

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Media reports alleging encroachment by Chinese PLA in Arunachal Pradesh incorrect, without basis: Indian Army

The Indian Army has firmly denied media reports alleging Chinese PLA encroachment and camp establishment in Arunachal Pradesh, calling them baseless. Recent high-level talks with China focused on border stability, with both sides expressing satisfaction with progress, it said.

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Arunachal floods: Four stranded people rescued, airlifted to safety

A dramatic rescue operation in Arunachal Pradesh saw four individuals safely airlifted after their raft capsized in the overflowing Sisiri River. Meanwhile, Assam grapples with its first wave of floods, inundating six districts and disrupting connectivity.

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