CAPITAL ITANAGAR
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Mizoram's Aizawl to become 4th state capital in NE to have rail link by next year
Aizawl, Mizoram's capital, will connect by rail by July 2025 via the Rs 8,213.72 crore Bairabi-Sairang project, involving tunnels, bridges, and four new stations. Started in 2008-2009, it tackles difficult terrain and monsoons. NFR's efforts aim to reduce costs, boost tourism, and support local industries. Chief Engineer Vinod Kumar and PR Officer Sabyasachi De updated Governor Hari Babu.
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Landslides snap surface communication to several Arunachal districts
Heavy rains in Arunachal Pradesh have caused widespread disruption, with landslides affecting multiple districts and roads. Since April, four people have died due to natural calamities. Over 72,900 people and 257 villages have been impacted by floods and landslides. Infrastructure damage includes roads, bridges, power lines, and water supply systems. Itanagar is facing a severe water crisis. Key roads, including NH-415 and NH-513, are blocked. Authorities are working on restoration, but some areas remain cut off.
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Landslides snap surface communication in several Arunachal districts
Surface communication to several districts in Arunachal Pradesh was disrupted due to landslides triggered by heavy rain, officials reported on Saturday. A crucial road stretch from Aalo to Mechukha suffered damage between Roing and Pene villages amidst continuous downpour. Shi-Yomi District's Information and Public Relations Officer, Jumi Ete, confirmed landslides at multiple locations in the area, emphasizing the strategic significance of the Aalo-Mechuka road for deployed Army personnel. The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) mobilized resources to clear the blockage, aiming to restore passage for light motor vehicles by Saturday evening if weather permits.
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Arunachal Pradesh: Cloudburst triggers floods in Itanagar, houses and vehicles damaged
A cloudburst in Arunachal Pradesh's Itanagar city caused flooding, damaging houses and vehicles. Denizens are urged to stay vigilant amid the inclement weather.
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Arunachal Pradesh arrests 15 people including six govt servants in connection with inter state sex racket
Arunachal Pradesh police arrested 15 people, including six government servants, in connection with an inter-state sex racket. The girls were trafficked from Dhemaji, Assam, to Itanagar by two sisters running a beauty parlour. The girls were rescued and are currently in police custody.
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Uncontested victory casts shadow over Itanagar: Lok Sabha polls loom with absence of enthusiasm and political activity
Itanagar's pre-election calm hinted at disinterest as BJP's expected victory dampened competition. Manifesto promises jobs, Rs 9,000 for farmers, and medical facilities. Chief Minister Pema Khandu among BJP candidates.
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Arunachal Pradesh: BJP is confident despite Congress’ graft allegation
The counting of votes for the assembly polls is scheduled for June 2, marking a crucial moment in the electoral process as the fate of various candidates and parties will be determined. Similarly, for the Lok Sabha polls, the counting of votes is set to take place on June 4, bringing an end to the anticipation and speculation surrounding the outcomes of these elections.
Arunachal Pradesh: Security forces seize over Rs 5.48 cr in cash in three weeks
Simultaneous elections to the Lok Sabha and the Assembly would be held in the first phase on April 19. The Model Code of Conduct came into force on March 16 after the Election Commission of India (ECI) announced the schedule for the Lok Sabha elections and Assembly polls in four states -- Arunachal Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Sikkim, and Odisha.
IndiGo announces flights between Delhi and Itanagar
Flight 6E 5927 will depart from New Delhi at 9.10am and reach Donyi Polo airport in Itanagar at noon. The return flight (6E 5928) will leave at 12.30pm and reach the national capital at 3.25pm, the statement said.
China among 12 nations participate in Science-20 meet in Tripura
The event was among the 200 meetings in over 50 major cities across India, with over 32 different work streams. The theme of the G20 summit in Itanagar is ‘Research, innovation initiative, gathering’, and it is being organised by the science & technology department. China has often claimed Arunachal Pradesh as part of south Tibet. There was no entry in the two-day event. China has often opposed funding from multilateral agencies in Arunachal Pradesh.
China skips G20 meeting in Arunachal Pradesh
The event is among the 200 meetings in over 50 major cities across India across 32 different work streams. The theme of the G20 meeting in Itanagar is 'Research, innovation initiative, gathering', and it is being organised by the state science & technology department.
Arunachal capital to host G20 RIIG meeting on Saturday; 50 delegates likely to attend
The event, being organised by the union science & technology department, is among the 200 G20-related meetings in over 50 cities across India in 32 work streams.
Arunachal: Normal life paralyzes as Itanagar continues to remain shut for second straight day
Internet services continued to be shut down in the Arunachal capital on Saturday as well. There were reports of arson and vandalisation of public properties.
Clashes between the protestors and police in Itanagar in Arunachal Pradesh
To correct this and make the officials accountable, Khandu said, a cabinet meeting was held, which decided to merge all government staff of the commission with the state civil secretariat. This way, he added, the government could take departmental action against any erring official of the Commission as they were no longer under the sole jurisdiction of the autonomous body.
Pawan Hans launches helicopter services on six routes in Assam
RCS UDAN Helicopter services in the state of Assam will boost Air-connectivity within the State by offering the fastest mode of travel to connect Tezpur, Jorhat, and Dibrugarh from the State capital.
Arunachal: 5G services of Airtel and Reliance Jio launched in Itanagar by CM Pema Khandu
5G is a technology standard for broadband mobile networks. It is the fastest communication network available in the world currently. Some of the features of 5G are low latency, higher bandwidth and greater capacity which will help many industries as well Govt. sector in delivery of multiple services at lightening speeds.
Alliance Air introduces flight service in Dibrugarh-Itanagar Pasighat route
Alliance Air on Tuesday introduced a flight service between Dibrugarh-Itanagar-Ziro in Lower Subansiri district, which was virtually launched by Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya M Scindia from New Delhi. Both the services will be available twice every week, the official said. Meanwhile, Pasighat MLA Kaling Moyong expressed great delight with the rapid expansion in flight services connecting Pasighat with the state capital and other cities in the country.
Arunachal Pradesh gets its first Greenfield airport at Itanagar
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju in his welcome address said, "Opening of this airport will be a significant step towards boosting connectivity in Arunachal Pradesh. The dream of having an airport in the capital city of the state is coming true today."
PM likely to inaugurate greenfield airport in Itanagar and Kameng hydroelectric power project in Arunachal Pradesh
Hollongi Airport is spread over a land area of 694 acres and is provided with a 2300 meters long runway and other facilities to handle A 320 types of aircraft which can carry about 180 passengers. The provision of Instrument Landing System and Approach Lights of category-I enable this airport for future ready for all weather operations. It has a night landing facility for future use.
Arunachal Pradesh Cabinet approves the naming of the under construction Greenfield Airport as “Donyi Polo Airport, Itanagar
According to the state government this name of the lone Airport in the Capital city will symbolize the age-old tradition and rich cultural heritage of the tribal State and also will reflect the people’s age-old indigenous reverence on the Sun (Donyi) and the Moon (Polo).
5 killed, several injured in landslides in Arunachal Pradesh
Arunachal Chief Minister Pema Khandu has expressed grief as well as concern over loss of lives due to landslides in the state capital city triggered by incessant rainfall since several days.
Arunachal Pradesh gets two HAL-built Dornier aircrafts, says CM Pema Khandu
Speaking on the developmental front, Khandu reiterated that Arunachal Pradesh has huge potential in the form of its abundant natural resources.
Aizawl to become 4th state capital in North East to have rail link
Work on the project commenced in 2015 and the revised timeline for its completion is November 2023. About 70 per cent work of the project has been completed so far. With 55 major bridges, 87 small bridges and 32 tunnels (total length of the tunnels is about 12.63 km) with the longest tunnel about 1.88 km in length, Bairabi-Sairang railway line would have four stations -- Hortoki, Kawnpui, Mualkang and the terminal station at Sairang.
Development in Arunachal being speeded up, modern infrastructure being built: PM
In his message to the people of Arunachal Pradesh on the 36th statehood day and celebrations marking 50 years of its naming, Modi said that it has been his firm belief that eastern India and particularly the northeast will be the engine of the country's development in the 21st century.
Achieve 100% of first dose COVID vaccination by mid-August: Pema Khandu
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Khandu emphasized on headcount as the base for the vaccination drive rather than on electoral rolls or population census.
Heavy rain submerges Arunachal capital; buildings, highway affected
While a major portion of the National Highway-415, the lifeline of the state capital, was totally washed away in one part of the town, the blockage of drains triggered flash floods in and around a popular shopping complex here, inundating many shops.
AAI to develop Greenfield Airport in Arunachal Pradesh's Hollongi with estimated cost of Rs.650 crore
The project includes development work i.e. construction of airport pavements, air side work, terminal Building and city side works.
Chinese Army releases Indian man abducted from Arunachal Pradesh
When the incident came to light, the Indian Army swung into action and approached the Chinese side utilising the established border management mechanism. Owing to peace and tranquility existing in the region and the bonhomie that has developed between both the border guarding forces, Singkam was handed over to the Indian Army on Tuesday, he said.
Arunachal youth abducted by China's PLA yet to be traced: Police
"The state government will be apprised of it so as to act accordingly as the matter is under the purview of the external affairs ministry," Inspector General of police (IGP) Chukhu Apa said. The Army's Eastern Command headquarters in Kolkata is yet to respond to queries about the alleged incident.
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