#Politics
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha Blasts Congress Over Vande Mataram Stance
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha criticized Congress for their stance on Vande Mataram and blasted opposition parties for disrupting parliamentary work.
Ayan Debbarma • 16 Aug 2026
Himanta Biswa Sarma Visits Hospitalized CPI(M) Leader Hemen Das
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma visited veteran communist leader Hemen Das at Gauhati Medical College and Hospital to check on his recovery from a fracture.
Timungpi Terang • 15 Aug 2026
Mizoram Student Group Rejects Mandatory Vande Mataram
Mizoram student leaders oppose mandatory singing of the full Vande Mataram in schools, citing concerns over religious imagery and regional autonomy.
Ethan Ralte • 15 Aug 2026
NSCN Leader Swu Calls for Naga Unity and Challenges Hebron Faction
Chairman Ikato Chishi Swu demands Naga unity, slams Hebron leadership, and vows to restore sovereignty following the 80th Naga Independence Day.
Kiyeto Swu • 15 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Forum Demands Return to Paper Ballots
The For Genuine Citizens of Meghalaya Forum has petitioned the Chief Electoral Officer to replace electronic voting machines with traditional paper ballots.
NEWire Desk • 15 Aug 2026
NSCN (IM) Leader Demands Political Negotiator for Peace Talks
NSCN (IM) leader VS Atem insists a government minister must lead peace talks, rejecting intelligence officials for the high-stakes negotiations.
Naro Jamir • 15 Aug 2026
Manipur BJP Lawmaker L Susindro Meitei Threatens to Exit Party
Manipur BJP MLA L Susindro Meitei warns he may leave the party if the state government fails to address public concerns ahead of next year's elections.
Ranjana Devi • 14 Aug 2026
Opposition leaders link northeast floods to illegal coal mining
Assam opposition leaders blame coal mining for regional floods, challenging state government narratives regarding the causes of the July 19 disaster.
Timungpi Terang • 14 Aug 2026
GPRN/NNC Warns Francis Kikon Over Identity Theft
The GPRN/NNC (AB) has officially warned Francis Kikon to stop using its name following his removal from the organization on July 1, 2025.
Naro Jamir • 14 Aug 2026
NSCN Leader Th. Muivah Vows No Compromise on Naga Sovereignty
NSCN general secretary Th. Muivah marked 80 years of Naga independence, insisting on sovereignty and rejecting any imposed political solutions.
Naro Jamir • 14 Aug 2026
Himanta Biswa Sarma Marks Partition Horrors Remembrance Day
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma vowed to protect India while commemorating the lives lost during the violent 1947 Partition of the country.
Bibar Daimary • 14 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Electoral Roll Revision Highlights Urban Voter Disparities
Meghalaya’s voter roll revision reveals major gaps. Urban hubs like South Shillong face high exclusions, potentially altering future election results.
Walrik Marak • 14 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Election Officials Scrutinize 650,000 Voters
Meghalaya’s CEO is auditing over 650,000 voter records to ensure accuracy, promising no names will be removed without following strict legal procedures.
Walrik Marak • 13 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Cabinet Pushes Uranium Ban and Official Language Bill
Meghalaya's cabinet approved a uranium mining ban, a bill naming Khasi and Garo official languages, and new civil service exam requirements.
NEWire Desk • 13 Aug 2026
VPP Demands Exclusive Voter List for Garo Hills Council
The VPP is pushing for a standalone electoral roll for the GHADC to protect the political rights of the indigenous Garo people in Meghalaya.
Walrik Marak • 13 Aug 2026
Meghalaya BJP Eyes Targeted Strategy for 2028 Assembly Polls
Meghalaya BJP considers a shift to a selective, constituency-focused electoral strategy for 2028 after winning only two seats in the 2023 elections.
Walrik Marak • 13 Aug 2026
Outrage as BJP Panchayat Flies Flag Upside Down
An inverted national flag at a North Tripura Panchayat office has sparked public anger, leading to accusations of negligence and calls for accountability.
Nihar Jamatia • 13 Aug 2026
Ukhrul meeting targets demographic shifts and indigenous rights
Community leaders in Ukhrul gathered to address demographic threats, illegal immigration, and the need for greater political accountability in Manipur.
Sanajaoba Chongtham • 12 Aug 2026
Supreme Court Orders Mizoram District Councils to Review Dual Membership Rules
The Supreme Court told Mizoram's Chakma and Mara councils to rethink dual membership rules that allow members to serve in the state Legislative Assembly.
Chawngthu Fanai • 12 Aug 2026
Rajya Sabha MP Rajib Bhattacharjee Joins Har Ghar Tiranga Rally in Delhi
Rajya Sabha MP Rajib Bhattacharjee joined a major Har Ghar Tiranga rally at New Delhi’s Bharat Mandapam to promote national pride and patriotism.
Ayan Debbarma • 12 Aug 2026
