#Indigenous Rights
Congress Demands Release of Activists and Halt to Siang Dam Work
Arunachal Pradesh Congress demands the release of four detained activists and a stop to Siang dam field work, citing concerns over indigenous rights.
Tani M • 12 Oct 2026
Traditional Chiefs Join Protest Against Kulsi Dam
Three Khasi chiefs join over 2,000 residents in blocking the proposed Kulsi dam, vowing to withhold land permits over displacement and ecological fears.
Bibar Daimary • 10 Oct 2026
Tripura Tribal Council Demands Action on TIPRASA Accord
The TTAADC passed a resolution pushing the central and state governments for a swift, time-bound rollout of the 2024 TIPRASA Accord for indigenous rights.
Nihar Jamatia • 9 Oct 2026
Khasi Chiefs Block Proposed Kulsi Dam Project
Three Khasi chiefs join 2,000 protesters to block the 55 MW Kulsi dam, citing major threats to indigenous land rights and local ecology.
Bibar Daimary • 8 Oct 2026
SOREPA Leader Demands Indigenous Unity Amid Manipur Crisis
SOREPA chairman Toijam Ibochouba is urging indigenous unity to counter demographic and political threats ahead of the party's 25th anniversary.
Diana Moirangthem • 30 Sep 2026
Bir Lachit Sena Presses Assam Government to Secure Indigenous Land Rights
Bir Lachit Sena submitted a memorandum to CM Himanta Biswa Sarma demanding stricter land protections for indigenous populations in Morigaon.
Bibar Daimary • 28 Sep 2026
SIPOM Demands Manipur Chief Minister Resign Over Security Failures
The Save Indigenous People of Manipur demands the Chief Minister's resignation, citing ongoing violence, illegal immigration, and displacement.
Ratan Singh • 26 Sep 2026
KHADC Drafts New Law to Regulate Live-in Relationships and Curb Bigamy
The KHADC is drafting a 2026 bill to register customary marriages and regulate live-in relationships to combat bigamy in the Khasi Hills.
NEWire Desk • 23 Sep 2026
Adi Community Demands Halt to 11,000-MW Siang Hydropower Project
Arunachal Pradesh's Adi community is pushing to scrap a massive 11,000-MW hydroelectric dam project over fears of land loss and ecological damage.
Rinchen K • 22 Sep 2026
Arunachal Rights Group Demands Halt to Siang Dam Project
Human Rights of Arunachal backs protests against the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project, demanding independent safety reviews and community consultation.
Tani M • 18 Sep 2026
CoMSO Slams Meghalaya Government Over Endless Committee Cycles
CoMSO blasts the Meghalaya government for replacing concrete action with endless committees, resolutions, and broken promises regarding indigenous rights.
Walrik Marak • 9 Sep 2026
Arunachal Villagers Block Massive Siang Dam Project
Thousands in Upper Siang oppose an 11,000 MW mega-dam project, citing major environmental risks and threats to their indigenous land rights.
Tani M • 3 Sep 2026
Academic Defends Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation as Vital Constitutional Tool
Prof. Shantanu Chakravarty argues the Inner Line Permit protects indigenous rights and strengthens India's federal pluralism, not isolationism.
Naro Jamir • 30 Aug 2026
Professor Urges Northeast Unity to Defend Indigenous Rights
Prof. Nani Bath calls for regional unity to protect indigenous land and culture from encroaching political pressures and massive infrastructure projects.
Kiyeto Swu • 28 Aug 2026
Tipra Motha Leader Pradyot Debbarma Sets Terms for Future Political Alliances
Tipra Motha founder Pradyot Debbarma says he will only ally with national parties that guarantee safeguards for Tripura indigenous communities.
Nihar Jamatia • 25 Aug 2026
CoMSO Demands Immediate Action on Meghalaya ILP and ST Order
CoMSO is pressuring the Meghalaya government to finalize the Inner Line Permit and amend the ST Order to protect indigenous rights and demographics.
NEWire Desk • 19 Aug 2026
Global Naga Forum Marks 79th Independence Anniversary
Global leaders and activists gathered online to commemorate 79 years since the declaration of Naga independence and discuss the path to sovereignty.
Naro Jamir • 16 Aug 2026
Tripura Royal Pradyot Debbarma Alleges Delhi Interference in Tribal Unity
Tripura royal Pradyot Bikram Manikya Debbarma claims Delhi political forces are blocking efforts to unite Northeast indigenous tribal communities.
Walrik Marak • 14 Aug 2026
Amit Shah Urges Review of Meghalaya Safety Law
Union Home Minister Amit Shah asks Meghalaya to revise key security law provisions while reviewing demands for the Inner Line Permit and language status.
NEWire Desk • 13 Aug 2026
Samarjit Haflongbar Urges Dima Hasao Council to Adopt Garo Hills Tribal Protection Model
Former NCHAC chief Samarjit Haflongbar wants Dima Hasao to adopt the Garo Hills model to protect tribal political rights and land from industrial shifts.
Bibar Daimary • 13 Aug 2026
