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Meghalaya Economy Doubles as State Hits Growth Milestone

Chief Minister Conrad Sangma reports Meghalaya is India's third fastest-growing state, with its economy doubling since 2018.

NEWire Desk • 15 Aug 2026

Tripura Reports Doubled GSDP and Record Low Crime

Chief Minister Manik Saha says Tripura's economy surged over eight years, fueled by record investments and a push for better healthcare and security.

Nihar Jamatia • 15 Aug 2026

Manipur Chief Minister Links Regional Progress to Lasting Peace

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh says peace is essential for growth while condemning a deadly attack in the Kangpokpi district.

Ranjana Devi • 15 Aug 2026

Nagaland Partners with UNDP to Fix Development Data Gaps

Nagaland officials and the UNDP are addressing poor SDG rankings by tackling data reporting failures and customizing development goals for the state.

Kiyeto Swu • 14 Aug 2026

NLU Tripura Reviews Development Plans for 713 Village Councils

NLU Tripura held a statewide workshop in Agartala to refine local development plans for 713 village councils across five districts of the state.

Ayan Debbarma • 14 Aug 2026

Sikkim Chief Minister Pushes to Make Pakyong a Model District

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang wants Pakyong transformed into a model district through improved infrastructure and unified public effort.

Riya Lepcha • 13 Aug 2026

Nagaland Governor Pushes for Local Growth in Wokha

Nagaland Governor Nand Kishore Yadav visited Wokha on August 13 to promote local entrepreneurship, infrastructure, and the preservation of Lotha culture.

Naro Jamir • 13 Aug 2026

Tripura Chief Minister Launches 18 Infrastructure Projects in Unakoti

CM Manik Saha inaugurated and launched 18 development projects worth Rs 45.18 crore in Unakoti district to boost infrastructure and tourism.

Ayan Debbarma • 13 Aug 2026

Assam Minister Opens New Dhubri-Gauripur Authority Office

Assam minister Ashok Singhal opened a new development authority office in Dhubri and vowed to clear land encroachments to stop local flooding.

Timungpi Terang • 13 Aug 2026

Mizoram Partners with Young Mizo Association to Expand Tourism

Mizoram officials and the CYMA signed an agreement on Tuesday to boost state tourism and improve human resources for the growing sector.

Chawngthu Fanai • 12 Aug 2026

Tripura Orders Accelerated Tourism Infrastructure Overhaul

Tripura officials are fast-tracking state tourism projects, including new floating restaurants and lodge renovations, to boost visitor capacity.

Nihar Jamatia • 11 Aug 2026

Phek officials prioritize road safety and new school proposal

Phek district officials reviewed road maintenance ahead of Independence Day and moved to establish a new Kendriya Vidyalaya in the region.

Naro Jamir • 11 Aug 2026

Wokha Officials Demand Highway Fixes Within Three Months

Wokha officials have issued a strict three-month deadline to repair the Wokha-Merapani National Highway amid concerns over road quality and safety.

Naro Jamir • 11 Aug 2026

T.N. Mannen Calls for Unity at Khanimu Panchayat Hall Opening

Advisor T.N. Mannen pushes Khanimu villagers to embrace local investment and collective responsibility at a new community building inauguration.

Naro Jamir • 10 Aug 2026

Kangpokpi Youth Group Backs Manipur Chief Minister’s Development Push

Kangpokpi youth leaders support Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh’s recent outreach and demand sustained local development projects.

Ranjana Devi • 9 Aug 2026

Meghalaya Breaks Ground on New State House in Navi Mumbai

Meghalaya is building a new state house in Kharghar to accommodate growing numbers of residents traveling to Mumbai for healthcare, education, and business.

Walrik Marak • 9 Aug 2026

Mon and Pughoboto boards drive regional infrastructure growth

District boards in Mon and Pughoboto plan infrastructure projects and education funding during their recent August planning sessions.

Naro Jamir • 8 Aug 2026

Assam Pushes to Shrink Kaziranga Eco-Sensitive Zone to One Kilometer

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma plans to ask the Centre to reduce the Kaziranga National Park eco-sensitive zone from 10 kilometers to one.

Bibar Daimary • 8 Aug 2026

Nagaland Mining Official Backs Article 371A Protections

Geology Advisor W. Chingang Konyak demands that mineral development in Nagaland respects local land rights and constitutional safeguards under Article 371A.