#Politics

UDP Faces Internal Collapse Following 2025 Cabinet Shakeup

Discontent over a 2025 Cabinet reshuffle has pushed eight UDP MLAs toward the BJP, threatening the party's role in the Meghalaya government.

NEWire Desk • 21 Sep 2026

Civic Groups Defend Dr. S.C. Jamir Against NSCN (I-M) Rhetoric

ASTD and DAYO push back against NSCN (I-M) leaders who challenged former CM Dr. S.C. Jamir’s right to discuss the ongoing Naga political issue.

Naro Jamir • 21 Sep 2026

NRFM Calls 24-Hour Manipur Bandh Over 1949 Merger Agreement

The NRFM declared a 24-hour bandh in Manipur for September 21, protesting the 1949 merger with India as forced and constitutionally invalid.

Ranjana Devi • 20 Sep 2026

Bishnupur CPI Kicks Off Month-Long Hijam Irabot Commemoration

The CPI Bishnupur Local Council has begun a month-long tribute to Hijam Irabot, marking his 130th birth anniversary with awards and public programs.

Priyanka Moirangthem • 20 Sep 2026

Kur Kharpran Honors Former Leaders in Shillong

The Kur Kharpran group held a special event in Shillong to recognize the past contributions of former president Bring Kharpran and MLA Heavingstone Kharpran.

Walrik Marak • 20 Sep 2026

Nagaland Lawmakers Join Global Summit in South Africa

Nagaland Legislative Assembly members are in Cape Town for the 69th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference to discuss climate, rights, and democracy.

Naro Jamir • 20 Sep 2026

Naga People’s Front Sharpens Communication Strategy for Political Reach

The NPF held a strategy seminar in Dimapur to streamline party messaging, improve public outreach, and coordinate its response to political rivals.

Naro Jamir • 20 Sep 2026

SC Jamir Demands Action on Stalled Naga Peace Accords

Former Nagaland CM SC Jamir pressures NSCN-IM and NPF to finalize peace agreements, arguing the state has suffered enough from ongoing political delays.

Naro Jamir • 19 Sep 2026

Assam Government Mandates Three-Day Liquor Ban for Silchar Polls

Silchar faces a three-day liquor ban during upcoming municipal elections. Officials warn of strict legal consequences for any violations of the order.

Timungpi Terang • 19 Sep 2026

Tripura Prepares 784 Polling Stations for 2026 Civic Elections

Tripura election officials have mapped out 784 polling stations across 21 urban bodies, with the final list due for release on September 25.

Ayan Debbarma • 19 Sep 2026

Pradyot Deb Barma Slams Tripura Political Opportunism

Tipra Motha founder Pradyot Kishore Deb Barma condemns Tripura's political rot, citing a lack of ideology and hinting at a potential exit from politics.

Ayan Debbarma • 19 Sep 2026

Dimapur Students Challenged to Master Policy and Identity

Dimapur Government College hosted the PA Sangma Dialogues, pushing students to engage with constitutional policy, regional autonomy, and local governance.

Naro Jamir • 19 Sep 2026

Dimapur BJP Demands DMC Roles for Elected Councillors

Dimapur BJP leaders are pressing the state government to let their six councillors work in the Dimapur Municipal Council and Chümoukedima Town Council.

Naro Jamir • 19 Sep 2026

Manipur Hill Areas Committee Holds First Joint Meeting in Months

Kuki and Naga legislators gathered in Manipur for a rare joint Hill Areas Committee meeting to discuss regional issues after a long political impasse.

Ratan Singh • 18 Sep 2026

Minister Hazarika targets Congress MP Rakibul Hussain over Nagaon plans

Assam minister Pijush Hazarika claims MP Rakibul Hussain is abandoning his Dhubri constituency to return to Nagaon following poor political performance.

Timungpi Terang • 18 Sep 2026