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Tripura Launches T-RISE Portal to Drive Startup Growth

Tripura unveiled the T-RISE portal to boost local startups, offering new funding, mentorship, and corporate partnerships to build a billion-dollar economy.

Nihar Jamatia • 17 Aug 2026

Meghalaya Aims for Rs 1.35 Lakh Crore Economy by 2032

Meghalaya targets a Rs 1.35 lakh crore economy by 2032 through major infrastructure, tourism, and agriculture projects outlined by Thomas A. Sangma.

NEWire Desk • 17 Aug 2026

CM Sangma Touts Eight Years of Meghalaya Growth

CM Conrad K. Sangma marked Independence Day by highlighting eight years of infrastructure, healthcare, and economic progress in Meghalaya.

NEWire Desk • 17 Aug 2026

Nagaland Trails Northeast in Digital Training and EV Adoption

Nagaland records low uptake in national digital skilling and EV schemes, while job card deletions rise and tourism figures remain among the region's lowest.

Kiyeto Swu • 16 Aug 2026

Nagaland Rolls Out 2025 Agriculture Policy to Boost Rural Economy

Nagaland has launched its 2025 Agriculture Policy to boost production and modernize farming through new infrastructure, tech, and global partnerships.

Kiyeto Swu • 15 Aug 2026

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

Assam Livelihood Program Helps Flood Victims Rebuild

Guwahati-based group APRINS is restoring livelihoods for flood-hit families in Assam by replacing essential tools and creating new local jobs.

Timungpi Terang • 15 Aug 2026

Manipur Transport Group Demands Urgent Repairs to Lifeline Highway

The Transporters’ and Drivers’ Council warns that failing to fix NH-37 will spark severe goods shortages and price hikes across Manipur.

Priyanka Moirangthem • 15 Aug 2026

Mizoram Pushes for Self-Reliance with New Governance and Economic Reforms

CM Lalduhoma detailed plans for a self-reliant Mizoram, highlighting the Bana Kaih scheme, major agricultural investments, and new healthcare funding.

Ethan Ralte • 15 Aug 2026

Tripura's Alpana Gram Faces Economic Slide as Tourism Dries Up

Fading wall paintings in Tripura's Alpana Gram threaten local income. Residents are calling for government intervention to restore the village's identity.

Ayan Debbarma • 13 Aug 2026

Centre Sets Tripura Agarwood Export Quotas to Boost Rural Economy

The Centre has set new agarwood export quotas and digital tracking for Tripura to streamline trade and support rural farmers across the Northeast.

Nihar Jamatia • 13 Aug 2026

Mizoram Fast-Tracks Handholding Scheme for Phase III Launch

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma met to review the Bana Kaih scheme, focusing on pending loan applications and the roadmap for upcoming Phase-III rollout.

Ethan Ralte • 12 Aug 2026

Sikkim Backs New MSME Law to Speed Up Business Payments

Sikkim officials are pushing a new federal law to help local small businesses collect unpaid debts and fix cash flow issues faster.

Aiden Bhutia • 12 Aug 2026

Sikkim Tax Revenue Jumps 3.2 Times Over Last Decade

Sikkim ranks among India's top states for tax growth, maintaining a revenue surplus while pouring record funds into infrastructure projects.

Aiden Bhutia • 12 Aug 2026

Assam Experts Eye Moringa and Wild Okra for Market Growth

Professor Chiranjeeb Bezbaruah says moringa, Indian pennywort, and wild okra could boost farm incomes and rural economies in Assam through new products.

Timungpi Terang • 12 Aug 2026

Dimapur Groups Oppose Railway Goods Facility Shutdown

Dimapur community and business leaders are fighting a proposed August 12 railway goods unloading closure, fearing price hikes and supply chain chaos.

Kiyeto Swu • 12 Aug 2026

Assam Cabinet Clears Rs 2,100 Crore Satellite City and New Development Funds

Assam leaders greenlit a massive Rs 2,100 crore satellite city project and infrastructure spending to boost local development and regional employment.

Bibar Daimary • 11 Aug 2026

Tripura Tourism Hits Nearly 400,000 Visitors in Early 2026

Tripura welcomed nearly 400,000 tourists in the first half of 2026, boosted by government infrastructure projects and improved regional connectivity.

Ayan Debbarma • 11 Aug 2026

Nagaland Tax Revenue Hits 1,597 Crore as State Sets Long-Term Growth Targets

Nagaland's tax revenue climbed to Rs 1,597 crore in 2025-26. Officials highlighted a 530% GST growth since 2017 and ambitious targets for the year 2063.

Naro Jamir • 10 Aug 2026