News for 'Arunachal Pradesh'

For lone voter in Arunachal Pradesh, polling staff to trek 39 km

For lone voter in Arunachal Pradesh, polling staff to trek 39 km

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

"The journey from Hayuliang to Malogam takes a full day on foot," Joint Chief Electoral Officer Liken Koyu told PTI.

Fiscal Strain: 18 States Exceed Deficit Ceiling, Revenue Surplus Declines

Fiscal Strain: 18 States Exceed Deficit Ceiling, Revenue Surplus Declines

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

Eighteen of India's 28 states exceeded the fiscal deficit ceiling of 3 per cent of GSDP in FY25, a deterioration comparable to the Covid year of 2020-21, according to the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG). The report also noted a decline in states reporting a revenue surplus, with Bihar, Mizoram, and Telangana moving into deficit.

Child Sexual Abuse: Acquaintances Are Primary Offenders In Most Cases

Child Sexual Abuse: Acquaintances Are Primary Offenders In Most Cases

Rediff.com7 May 2026

According to the latest NCRB data, close acquaintances are the primary offenders in 96.6 per cent of child sexual abuse cases in India. The report highlights the involvement of family members, friends, and online contacts in these offences, with Tamil Nadu reporting the highest number of cases.

Arunachal Pradesh seeks aid to fight terror

Arunachal Pradesh seeks aid to fight terror

Rediff.com7 Feb 2008

Arunachal Pradesh has sought help from the Centre for rapid modernisation of its police force in view of the threats posed by insurgents.

Andhra Pradesh, Mizoram, and Delhi Secure Wins at Sub-Junior Hockey Championship

Andhra Pradesh, Mizoram, and Delhi Secure Wins at Sub-Junior Hockey Championship

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Andhra Pradesh, Mizoram, and Delhi recorded significant victories on the second day of the 16th Sub-Junior Men's National Hockey Championship in Rajgir.

Chhattisgarh's Nikita Wins Gold in Weightlifting at Khelo India Tribal Games

Chhattisgarh's Nikita Wins Gold in Weightlifting at Khelo India Tribal Games

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Nikita's weightlifting gold ends Chhattisgarh's wait, while Odisha's swimmers dominate at the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026.

Why India-China Border Dispute Remains Unresolved

Why India-China Border Dispute Remains Unresolved

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

While tensions have eased at several friction points and mechanisms for managing the boundary have been reactivated, underlying differences persist. Disputes over naming practices in Arunachal Pradesh, continued infrastructure development on both sides, and unresolved questions regarding patrolling rights indicate that the structural gap remains, notes Dr Kumar.

Arunachal Pradesh to ban cola in schools

Arunachal Pradesh to ban cola in schools

Rediff.com10 Aug 2006

Arunachal Pradesh is likely to ban soft drinks in school campuses following reports that they contain high levels of pesticides.

'More India Aligns With US, More China Aligns With Pak'

'More India Aligns With US, More China Aligns With Pak'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

'China continues to perceive its relations with India through the prism of India-US relations, with the US using India to counter balance against China in the Indo-Pacific and beyond.'

Floods wreck havoc in Arunachal Pradesh

Floods wreck havoc in Arunachal Pradesh

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

The flood situation continued to be critical in Arunachal Pradesh.

4 minors arrested in Delhi for assaulting Manipuri woman

4 minors arrested in Delhi for assaulting Manipuri woman

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

This incident follows a recent arrest of a couple in Malviya Nagar for racial slurs against women from Arunachal Pradesh, highlighting concerns about discrimination.

SC Calls for Expedited Trials in North-East Racial Discrimination Cases

SC Calls for Expedited Trials in North-East Racial Discrimination Cases

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has requested the Delhi High Court to prioritise and expedite trials in cases of racial discrimination against people from the North-East, highlighting the need for a productive timeline for adjudication of such sensitive matters.

India slams China's 'vain' bid to rename parts of Arunachal

India slams China's 'vain' bid to rename parts of Arunachal

Rediff.com14 May 2025

India on Wednesday outright rejected China's attempts to rename some places in Arunachal Pradesh, saying such 'preposterous' attempts will not alter the 'undeniable' reality that the state 'was, is, and will' always remain an integral part of India.

Haryana leads informal job growth, Gujarat sees sharp contraction in 2025

Haryana leads informal job growth, Gujarat sees sharp contraction in 2025

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Haryana recorded the fastest growth in unincorporated non-agricultural employment among major Indian states in 2025, with a 29.8 per cent increase to 3.1 million workers, while Gujarat experienced the sharpest contraction, declining by 12.6 per cent to 8 million.

Indian Weightlifters Shine At Commonwealth Championships

Indian Weightlifters Shine At Commonwealth Championships

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Indian weightlifters have achieved significant success at the Commonwealth Youth and Junior Weightlifting Championships and the Universal Cup in Apia, Samoa, winning four gold medals.

India advises citizens visiting China to 'be careful'

India advises citizens visiting China to 'be careful'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

India on Monday advised its nationals to be careful while travelling to or transiting through China, more than two weeks after a woman from Arunachal Pradesh was allegedly harassed at the Shanghai airport.

China irked at US envoy's visit to Arunachal Pradesh, India hits back

China irked at US envoy's visit to Arunachal Pradesh, India hits back

Rediff.com24 Oct 2016

China claims Arunachal Pradesh as part of southern Tibet and routinely protests visits by Indian leaders, foreign officials as well as the Dalai Lama to the area.

Hostel fire kills 10 children in Arunachal Pradesh

Hostel fire kills 10 children in Arunachal Pradesh

Rediff.com11 Feb 2010

An official in Itanagar informed on Thursday that the fire broke out in the hostel where over 60 children studying in the nearby Don Bosco School stayed, at around 9 pm on Wednesday night. The private hostel, made of thatched bamboo, was run by a widow residing in the area.

PM's maiden visit to Arunachal Pradesh on Thursday

PM's maiden visit to Arunachal Pradesh on Thursday

Rediff.com30 Jan 2008

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will lay the foundation stone for the 3,000 MW multipurpose Dibang power project, the largest in the country.

What Modi Govt Plans To Do About Illegal Immigration

What Modi Govt Plans To Do About Illegal Immigration

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

The NDA government has gradually nuanced its position on the issue of demographic challenge.

World Record! Gani's 32-ball ton powers Bihar to 574/6 in Vijay Hazare

World Record! Gani's 32-ball ton powers Bihar to 574/6 in Vijay Hazare

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

Captain Sakibul Gani smashed a 32-ball hundred -- the fastest-ever by an Indian in List A cricket -- to power Bihar to a massive world record List A total of 574/6 against Arunachal Pradesh in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.

EC to begin Phase 3 of SIR, to cover 22 states

EC to begin Phase 3 of SIR, to cover 22 states

Rediff.com11 May 2026

The Election Commission is preparing to launch the third phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voters' lists, potentially covering 22 states and Union Territories with approximately 40 crore electors.

Court to Decide on Bail for Couple Accused of Racially Abusing Neighbours

Court to Decide on Bail for Couple Accused of Racially Abusing Neighbours

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

A Delhi court has reserved its order on the bail plea of a couple accused of hurling racial slurs at their neighbours from Arunachal Pradesh and Manipur. The arguments were presented by both parties, with the court set to deliver its decision on Tuesday.

NCRB Includes Animal Cruelty Cases In Crime Database

NCRB Includes Animal Cruelty Cases In Crime Database

Rediff.com8 May 2026

The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) has included cases of crime and cruelty against animals in its annual 'Crime in India 2024' database, recording 9,039 cases under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act across the country.

Arunachal CM warns of China's 'water bomb'

Arunachal CM warns of China's 'water bomb'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has expressed grave concerns over China's mega dam project near the Arunachal border, calling it a 'water bomb' and an existential threat.

From Kaziranga to Kanha: Wild water buffaloes being translocated 2000 km

From Kaziranga to Kanha: Wild water buffaloes being translocated 2000 km

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Officials say the move represents the species' return after nearly a century, filling a long-standing ecological void. The animals, transported under strict veterinary supervision in specially designed crates, will initially be kept in soft-release enclosures to help them adapt before being fully released into the wild.

AFSPA extended for 6 months in parts of Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal

AFSPA extended for 6 months in parts of Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) has been extended for six months in parts of Manipur, Nagaland, and Arunachal Pradesh due to the prevailing law and order situation.

Nitish retains trusted aide Sanjay Jha in JD-U revamp, keeps son out

Nitish retains trusted aide Sanjay Jha in JD-U revamp, keeps son out

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

JD(U) chief Nitish Kumar has announced a new list of national office bearers for the party, including a vice president and 11 general secretaries. The list does not include Kumar's son Nishant. Sanjay Kumar Jha remains the national working president.

PM Narendra Modi inaugurates six indoor cricket academies across Northeast India

PM Narendra Modi inaugurates six indoor cricket academies across Northeast India

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated six new indoor cricket academies across northeast India, marking a significant step in strengthening sports infrastructure in the region. The academies, equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, aim to provide year-round training and reduce the need for players to travel elsewhere for professional development.

China's 2nd railway line to Tibet comes close to Arunachal Pradesh

China's 2nd railway line to Tibet comes close to Arunachal Pradesh

Rediff.com26 Jun 2021

China on Friday operationalised its first fully electrified bullet train in the remote Himalayan region of Tibet, connecting the provincial capital Lhasa and Nyingchi, a strategically located Tibetan border town close to Arunachal Pradesh.

Recipes: An Exciting Arunachal Platter

Recipes: An Exciting Arunachal Platter

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Cook a full meal of intriguing Arunachali food and surprise a foodie loved one.

India U-23 Football Team Falls Short Against Tajikistan in Tri-Nation Championship

India U-23 Football Team Falls Short Against Tajikistan in Tri-Nation Championship

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

The India U23 men's national team lost 1-0 to Tajikistan in the final match of the U23 Tri-Nation Championship 2026, held in Yupia, Arunachal Pradesh. Tajikistan secured the championship title with the win.

EC may roll out SIR in 22 states, UTs after 5-state assembly polls

EC may roll out SIR in 22 states, UTs after 5-state assembly polls

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

The Election Commission of India is considering launching the final phase of its special intensive revision of voters' lists in the remaining states and Union territories after the assembly elections conclude.

Xi makes first visit to Tibetan town bordering Arunachal Pradesh

Xi makes first visit to Tibetan town bordering Arunachal Pradesh

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

Xi arrived at the Nyingchi Mainling Airport on Wednesday and was warmly welcomed by local people and officials of various ethnic groups, Xinhua news agency reported.

Year-end 2012: The year that was for Arunachal Pradesh

Year-end 2012: The year that was for Arunachal Pradesh

Rediff.com18 Dec 2012

Natural calamities, breakdown in law and order, bandh calls, coal scam and attacks on journalists and media houses marked the year 2012 in Arunachal Pradesh.

Discovering The Rhythm Of Bhutan

Discovering The Rhythm Of Bhutan

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

The highlight of our eight-day trip to stunning Bhutan was getting to understand their cultural heritage through their traditional dances.

IPL 2026: New Age Batters Are Rewriting T20 Cricket

IPL 2026: New Age Batters Are Rewriting T20 Cricket

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Urvil Patel's sensational 13-ball half-century in IPL 2026, equalling the fastest fifty record, has ignited discussions about India's emergence as a hub for fearless power-hitters, challenging traditional notions of batting prowess.

84-ball 190: Suryavanshi smashes De Villiers' record!

84-ball 190: Suryavanshi smashes De Villiers' record!

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, aged 14 years and 272 days, shattered former South African cricketer AB de Villiers' record for the fastest 150 in men's List A cricket.

Arunachal Pradesh: Heavy rains trigger landslides, floods

Arunachal Pradesh: Heavy rains trigger landslides, floods

Rediff.com22 Jul 2016

Incessant downpour has triggered landslides and floods in several districts of Arunachal Pradesh.

Arunachal Pradesh: 5 killed, 5 feared trapped in landslide

Arunachal Pradesh: 5 killed, 5 feared trapped in landslide

Rediff.com1 Jul 2016

The CM announced an ex gratia relief of Rs four lakh for the deceased and Rs one lakh each to the injured and assured that the state government will bear all medical expenses.