News for 'Arunachal'

CBI books former Arunachal CM Nabam Tuki in graft case

CBI books former Arunachal CM Nabam Tuki in graft case

Rediff.com12 Jul 2019

The agency has alleged that Tuki, then minister of consumer affairs and civil supplies in Arunachal Pradesh, had colluded with his brother Nabam Tagam to siphon off illegal gratification received for the contracts given to develop two parking places in Nirjulee and Naharlagun in the state worth Rs 61.43 lakh and Rs 2.60 crore.

BJP joins Pema Khandu's government in Arunachal Pradesh

BJP joins Pema Khandu's government in Arunachal Pradesh

Rediff.com14 Oct 2016

Arunachal Pradesh is now the 14th state having a coalition government. PPA government is a constituent partner of the North East Democratic Alliance.

Rahul, Hema in fray as 88 seats go to polls in Phase 2

Rahul, Hema in fray as 88 seats go to polls in Phase 2

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

Voting for the second phase of Lok Sabha polls will be held on Friday for 88 seats in 13 states with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi seeking a second-straight term from Wayanad in Kerala.

China downplays report of transgression at Arunachal border

China downplays report of transgression at Arunachal border

Rediff.com16 Jun 2016

China said it was committed to peace and tranquility at the border areas.

Arunachal Governor takes pregnant woman in own chopper to hospital

Arunachal Governor takes pregnant woman in own chopper to hospital

Rediff.com30 Nov 2018

Arunachal Pradesh Governor Brigadier B D Mishra (retired) conveyed his best wishes to the woman and her newborn baby.

Campaigning ends for 88 seats in Phase 2 of LS polls

Campaigning ends for 88 seats in Phase 2 of LS polls

Rediff.com24 Apr 2024

Polling is scheduled in all 20 seats of Kerala, 14 of the 28 seats in Karnataka, 13 seats in Rajasthan, eight seats each in Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh, six seats in Madhya Pradesh, five seats each in Assam and Bihar, three seats each in Chhattisgarh and West Bengal, and one seat each in Manipur, Tripura and Jammu and Kashmir.

Arunachal integral part of India, says US consul general

Arunachal integral part of India, says US consul general

Rediff.com29 Apr 2016

Through Craig, Pul also asked the US government to help rectify Google Maps wherein China has indicated Arunachal and some parts of Assam as a part of its territory.

Rahul Gandhi hates Modi, Hindutva: Rijiju

Rahul Gandhi hates Modi, Hindutva: Rijiju

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

'Elsewhere in the world, you do not get a second chance to be launched. I think he (Gandhi) has now been launched 19 times'

2 killed in police firing as protests escalate in Arunachal over PRCs

2 killed in police firing as protests escalate in Arunachal over PRCs

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

Police opened fire when protesters tried to attack the private residence of Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu at ESS sector in Itanagar in the afternoon.

Should NOTA Be A Candidate?

Should NOTA Be A Candidate?

Rediff.com16 May 2024

'Rather than criticising the kind of candidates fielded by political parties from our living rooms, NOTA in a sense implores the electorate to say this by turning up in person at a polling booth to ensure their protest is registered.'

BJP backs new Arunachal govt; denies orchestrating Congress exodus

BJP backs new Arunachal govt; denies orchestrating Congress exodus

Rediff.com16 Sep 2016

The 44 legislators, including Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu, who deserted the Congress party on Friday and joined the People's Party of Arunachal are set to form a new government with the support of the Bharatiya Janata Party-led North East Democratic Alliance.

Rajnath meets Prez over sacking of Arunachal Governor

Rajnath meets Prez over sacking of Arunachal Governor

Rediff.com7 Sep 2016

Sources said Rajkhowa's dismissal may come as early as Thursday evening when the two-day special session of the Arunachal Pradesh assembly, which has been convened to ratify the goods and services tax, gets over.

LS polls: Can BJP emerge as an alternative to DMK, AIADMK in TN?

LS polls: Can BJP emerge as an alternative to DMK, AIADMK in TN?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

The BJP, which has allied with a few smaller parties, has sought to upend the state's conventional politics, which has so far been indifferent to Hindutva politics, by taking the ruling DMK head-on for its alleged insult of Sanatan Dharma besides involvement in corruption.

Woman journalist shot and injured in Arunachal

Woman journalist shot and injured in Arunachal

Rediff.com15 Jul 2012

A woman journalist was shot at by unknown gunmen and critically injured on Sunday when she was entering her office here in Arunachal Pradesh.

Bandh halts life in Arunachal Pradesh

Bandh halts life in Arunachal Pradesh

Rediff.com18 May 2012

Life came to a grinding halt on Friday in Arunachal Pradesh following a 24-hour state-wide bandh called by the All Arunachal Pradesh Students' Union.

9 Super Summer Holiday Options For Families

9 Super Summer Holiday Options For Families

Rediff.com3 May 2024

Looking for fun things to do as family during this sunny season?

'Normalcy in our ties will require ...': India to China

'Normalcy in our ties will require ...': India to China

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

Bagchi said this when asked to comment on remarks by a Chinese diplomat that the situation in the India-China border areas is stable.

PM inaugurates, lays foundation of projects worth Rs 4,000 cr in Arunachal

PM inaugurates, lays foundation of projects worth Rs 4,000 cr in Arunachal

Rediff.com9 Feb 2019

Terming the state "pride" of the country, Modi said it is the gateway of the nation as it guards the frontier. It is the duty of the government to develop the state at any cost, he said.

China state TV shows India without Kashmir, Arunachal

China state TV shows India without Kashmir, Arunachal

Rediff.com14 May 2015

A controversy was kicked up on Thursday with China's state-owned television CCTV showing India's map without Jammu and Kashmir and Arunachal Pradesh while reporting on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit.

AAP reacts to minister's exit: 'It's our agnipariskha'

AAP reacts to minister's exit: 'It's our agnipariskha'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

The Aam Aadmi Party on Wednesday claimed that the resignation of Delhi minister Raaj Kumar Anand vindicated its stand that Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's arrest was aimed at finishing the party.

Arunachal showdown: Congress disrupts Parliament, stages walkout

Arunachal showdown: Congress disrupts Parliament, stages walkout

Rediff.com18 Dec 2015

The Janata Dal-United and the Nationalist Congress Party also joined the walkout.

Poll code first imposed in Kerala in1960, here is its history

Poll code first imposed in Kerala in1960, here is its history

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

According to the Election Commission of India, the code has evolved over the last 60 years to assume its present form.

5 killed, 9 missing in massive landslide in Arunachal Pradesh

5 killed, 9 missing in massive landslide in Arunachal Pradesh

Rediff.com11 Jul 2017

The CM announced ex gratia of Rs 4 lakh each to the next of kins of those killed.

ULFA ultras raise security concern in Arunachal

ULFA ultras raise security concern in Arunachal

Rediff.com11 Jul 2011

Security forces have mounted vigil along the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh boundary to prevent United Liberation Front of Asom militants' anti-talks faction from sneaking into Assam through its eastern district of Tinsukia.

Kalikho Pul: A carpenter who became Arunachal's CM

Kalikho Pul: A carpenter who became Arunachal's CM

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

Kalikho Pul trekked a long way in his political career to become the eight chief minister of the state, a position he could hold only for six months.

IPL 2024: How this Punjab Kings dasher battled depression for glory

IPL 2024: How this Punjab Kings dasher battled depression for glory

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

Ashutosh Sharma revealed he didn't know where his career was heading during the time between 2020-22 when he fell out of favour with MP coach Chandrakant Pandit.

Arunachal becoming safe haven for militants

Arunachal becoming safe haven for militants

Rediff.com29 Jun 2011

Arunachal Pradesh, which shares its eastern boundary with the troubled region of Myanmar, and has a large number of insurgents, has become a favourite transit route and operation base for several militant outfits from neighbouring Nagaland and Assam.

'Should we welcome Chinese premier at G20?'

'Should we welcome Chinese premier at G20?'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

'The real issue between India and China is that the Chinese have transgressed along the Line of Actual Control at multiple points.'

SC asks both NCP factions to abide by its order on symbols

SC asks both NCP factions to abide by its order on symbols

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

Days before the first vote for the Lok Sabha polls is cast, the Supreme Court on Thursday asked the rival Nationalist Congress Party factions led by party founder Sharad Pawar and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar to abide by its directions on the use of symbols, party names and disclaimers in publicity material for the elections.

Defying China's warning, India to host Dalai Lama in Arunachal

Defying China's warning, India to host Dalai Lama in Arunachal

Rediff.com3 Mar 2017

The Dalai Lama will be in the north eastern state from April 4 to 13 and Union Minister of State for Home Kiren Rijiju.

Apang stakes claim in Arunachal

Apang stakes claim in Arunachal

Rediff.com28 Jul 2003

Thirty-eight Congress legislators have revolted against Chief Minister Mukut Mithi to form the United Democratic Front and elected Apang as their leader.

Phase 4: 76% polling in Bengal, Srinagar records highest turnout in decades

Phase 4: 76% polling in Bengal, Srinagar records highest turnout in decades

Rediff.com13 May 2024

A voter turnout of over 40 per cent was recorded till 1 pm on Monday in the fourth phase of Lok Sabha elections in 96 constituencies spread over 10 states and Union Territories amid incidents of violence in Andhra Pradesh and reports of poll boycott in some villages of Uttar Pradesh.

All about mindgame: Rijiju on collegium

All about mindgame: Rijiju on collegium

Rediff.com22 Apr 2023

Rijiju was speaking on the sidelines of an event to dedicate 254 mobile towers for 4G services to Arunachal Pradesh.

Why Arunachal students are upset

Why Arunachal students are upset

Rediff.com8 Feb 2008

The All Arunachal Pradesh Students Union has expressed anguish over the activities of the NSCN factions -- NSCN-IM and NSCN-K -- in the two districts having border with Myanmar where the Naga rebels have their bases.

Army busts ULFA camp in Arunachal

Army busts ULFA camp in Arunachal

Rediff.com5 Jun 2008

The Indian Army on Thursday claimed to have busted a camp of the 28th battalion of the proscribed United Liberation Front of Asom at Lalpahar in Lohit district of Arunachal Pradesh.

Political game of shadows in Arunachal Pradesh

Political game of shadows in Arunachal Pradesh

Rediff.com19 Dec 2015

The Congress accuses the BJP of engineering defections and trying to dismiss the Congress govt in the state. The BJP says the CM has lost a majority in the assembly and must go for a vote of confidence.

Arunachal to Kerala: Best of India's nature

Arunachal to Kerala: Best of India's nature

Rediff.com21 Jan 2018

We bring you the best of India's photographs from readers.

Days after ULFA peace pact, 3 Naga groups unite for talks with Centre

Days after ULFA peace pact, 3 Naga groups unite for talks with Centre

Rediff.com31 Dec 2023

Stating that there is no nomenclature for the three groups who have come together, Akato said they will approach the Centre for political talks.

Will file review petition against SC judgement: Arunachal CM

Will file review petition against SC judgement: Arunachal CM

Rediff.com13 Jul 2016

Reacting to the SC verdict ordering revival of the previous Nabam Tuki-led Congress government, Pul, who had led the Congress rebels then, said, "(Our) government will remain.

Cabinet recommends revocation of President's rule in Arunachal

Cabinet recommends revocation of President's rule in Arunachal

Rediff.com17 Feb 2016

The Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, recommended to the President to revoke central rule imposed on January 26.