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Election Commission Eases Electoral Roll Corrections in Meghalaya

Meghalaya voters facing registration notices can now use home visits and online hearings to verify their status before the October 21 final roll deadline.

NEWire Desk • 27 Sep 2026

Langsning Reclaims Top Spot in Shillong Premier League

Langsning beat Mylliem 2-0 to climb atop the Shillong Premier League standings. Wallambok Dkhar and Samuel L Kynshi secured the late victory.

NEWire Desk • 27 Sep 2026

Election Commission Eases Voter Verification Rules

India's Election Commission updated electoral roll revision rules, allowing home verification and digital hearings to reduce in-person requirements.

Timungpi Terang • 26 Sep 2026

Tripura Pushes Digital Health Overhaul by 2026

Tripura targets October 31, 2026, to finish its digital health transition, integrating hospital systems under a unified, paperless state framework.

Nihar Jamatia • 25 Sep 2026

Naga International Support Center Challenges S.C. Jamir Over Political Stance

The NISC is hitting back at former CM S.C. Jamir, questioning his recent claims about Nagaland's political status and historical ties to India.

Naro Jamir • 25 Sep 2026

People's Liberation Army Marks 48th Anniversary Across Manipur

The People's Liberation Army held its 48th raising day across Manipur, calling for regional unity and honoring those who died for their cause.

Ratan Singh • 25 Sep 2026

Meghalaya fruit farms show major carbon storage potential

A Meghalaya study shows Khasi mandarin orchards store more carbon than croplands, offering a new tool for India to hit its national climate targets.

NEWire Desk • 25 Sep 2026

Sikkim Group Fears Territorial Risks in Gorkhaland Talks

The SIBLAC is demanding answers from authorities over potential territorial threats to Sikkim during ongoing Gorkhaland political negotiations.

Aiden Bhutia • 24 Sep 2026

Botanists Discover Rare Begonia Species in Arunachal Pradesh

Researchers found a new plant species, Begonia neelamorum, in Arunachal Pradesh. The discovery adds to the growing botanical record of Northeast India.

Bibar Daimary • 24 Sep 2026

Nagaland University Launches Tuberculosis Awareness Campaign

Nagaland University hosted a TB awareness event in Lumami to support India's 2026 goal of eliminating the disease through screening and education.

Kiyeto Swu • 24 Sep 2026

Mizoram BJP Chief Praises Ayushman Bharat Healthcare Success

Mizoram BJP president Dr. K. Beichhua marked the eighth anniversary of the Ayushman Bharat scheme, highlighting its role in expanding national healthcare.

Ethan Ralte • 23 Sep 2026

NSCN Provisional Government Rejects 2020 Naga Competency Proposals

The NSCN Provisional Government has rejected the 2020 Competencies proposal, claiming it violates Naga sovereign rights under the Indian Constitution.

Kiyeto Swu • 23 Sep 2026

NSCN Leader VS Atem Demands Naga Unity During Manipur Unrest

NSCN deputy VS Atem demands Naga unity, accusing the Indian government of using proxy wars and divisive policies to seize Naga ancestral land.

Naro Jamir • 23 Sep 2026

Supreme Court Rules Against Penalizing Vande Mataram Objectors

The Supreme Court says people who refuse to sing Vande Mataram on grounds of conscience should not face punishment under existing laws.

Kiyeto Swu • 23 Sep 2026

WWF Conference in Jaipur Spotlights India's Rhino and Buffalo Conservation

Assam Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah backs national efforts to protect rhinos and buffaloes at the WWF Global Conservation Conference in Jaipur.

Timungpi Terang • 21 Sep 2026

West Indies Shake Up Squad for Upcoming India Tour

Kamil Pooran earns his first T20I call-up as West Indies prepares for an eight-game limited-overs tour of India starting September 27.

Walrik Marak • 21 Sep 2026

Shillong residents fed up with failing mobile networks

Shillong locals face constant dropped calls and dead zones despite rising bills. Major providers are failing to deliver stable mobile or 5G service.

NEWire Desk • 21 Sep 2026

Mizoram Governor Urges Engineers to Drive India's Tech Future

Mizoram Governor Vijay Kumar Singh demands more innovation and cross-disciplinary skills to boost India's global standing at the IEI summit in Delhi.

Chawngthu Fanai • 20 Sep 2026

Indian Shooters Head to Nagoya for Asian Games Glory

India's 30-member shooting squad eyes medals at the Nagoya Asian Games, led by Olympic star Manu Bhaker and a strong lineup across rifle and pistol events.

NEWire Desk • 20 Sep 2026

NRFM Calls 24-Hour Manipur Bandh Over 1949 Merger Anniversary

The NRFM has declared a 24-hour statewide bandh for September 21 to protest the 1949 Manipur Merger Agreement between the Maharaja and India.

Ratan Singh • 19 Sep 2026