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Meghalaya Makes Early Childhood Care a Priority for Economic Growth

Meghalaya is prioritizing early childhood development, targeting the quarter of its population under age eight to boost future workforce productivity.

NEWire Desk • 24 Jul 2026

Nagaland freezes hiring as government launches major staff audit

Nagaland has paused state hiring and formed a working group to cut redundant jobs and streamline government departments over the next three months.

Kiyeto Swu • 23 Jul 2026

Sikkim Chief Minister Dismisses Bankruptcy Rumors, Announces New Relief Measures

Sikkim CM Prem Singh Tamang denies financial crisis claims, citing a robust budget and rolling out new farmer subsidies and free medical education seats.

Aiden Bhutia • 23 Jul 2026

Assam Passes 2.85 Lakh Crore Budget Targeting Growth and Welfare

Assam lawmakers approved a 2.85 lakh crore budget. The plan boosts jobs and tax breaks, but bans welfare for those practicing polygamy.

Timungpi Terang • 23 Jul 2026

Nagaland Spends 263 Crore Under PM-DevINE Initiative

Nagaland has spent over 263 crore on development projects under the PM-DevINE scheme, reaching 47.6 percent of the state's total sanctioned funding.

Naro Jamir • 23 Jul 2026

Congress Blames Meghalaya Government for Vegetable Price Crisis

Meghalaya farmers are suffering from low cabbage prices due to a lack of agricultural planning and poor supply chain infrastructure, says Congress.

NEWire Desk • 23 Jul 2026

Meghalaya Farmers Struggle as Vegetable Prices Collapse

Vegetable prices in Meghalaya have crashed as competition from neighboring states rises. Farmers and officials are scrambling for long-term solutions.

Walrik Marak • 23 Jul 2026

Meghalaya Stumbles in New NITI Aayog Investment Rankings

Meghalaya struggles to attract private capital as the NITI Aayog Investment Friendliness Index reveals major gaps in local infrastructure and governance.

Walrik Marak • 23 Jul 2026

UPPL Demands Crackdown on Illegal Tax Collection at Srirampur Check Gate

The UPPL party wants Kokrajhar officials to stop illegal money collection at the Srirampur gate, which is driving up essential goods prices in Assam.

Bibar Daimary • 22 Jul 2026

Mizoram Rural Bank Hits 10,000 Crore Business Mark

Mizoram Rural Bank hit a 10,656 crore milestone, marking its status as the fastest-growing regional bank in the Northeast for the 2025-26 fiscal year.

Ethan Ralte • 21 Jul 2026

Nathula Pass Border Trade to Resume August 1

India and China will restart trade through the Nathula Pass on August 1, 2026, ending a six-year closure and supporting nearly 600 local traders.

Aiden Bhutia • 21 Jul 2026

Sikkim Unveils Rs 18,455 Crore Budget Focused on Infrastructure and Growth

Sikkim announces a Rs 18,455-crore budget for 2026-27, prioritizing infrastructure, tourism, and healthcare to drive the state's long-term economic expansion.

Riya Lepcha • 20 Jul 2026

Assam Launches Mission Senehjori to Turn Muga Silk Waste Into Profit

Assam Budget 2026 funds Mission Senehjori, a new program to turn 40 percent of Muga silk cocoon waste into valuable spun yarn and create local jobs.

Bibar Daimary • 20 Jul 2026

Assam Launches Mission Senehjori to Turn Silk Waste Into Profit

Assam's 2026 budget introduces Mission Senehjori to convert 40 percent of wasted Muga silk cocoons into valuable spun yarn and create new jobs.

Timungpi Terang • 19 Jul 2026

Nagaland Lands 27th Spot in NITI Aayog Investment Rankings

Nagaland ranks 27th nationally in the NITI Aayog investment index, showing strengths in governance but needing better infrastructure and connectivity.

Kiyeto Swu • 19 Jul 2026

Mizoram Seeks Role as Northeast Hub for Event Tourism

Mizoram Tourism Minister Lalnghinglova Hmar is courting event organizers to host large gatherings in the state to drive economic growth and local jobs.

Chawngthu Fanai • 19 Jul 2026