#Politics

Meghalaya Publishes 2026 Draft Electoral Roll, Millions Face Verification

Meghalaya’s Chief Electoral Officer released the 2026 draft electoral rolls. Over 1.8 lakh voters are flagged for removal amid a statewide verification drive.

NEWire Desk • 6 Aug 2026

BJP and Tipra Motha leaders meet in Delhi to mend coalition ties

BJP and Tipra Motha leadership gather in Delhi to resolve internal friction ahead of upcoming village committee elections and the 2028 assembly polls.

Ayan Debbarma • 6 Aug 2026

Police on High Alert as VPP Plans Protest March to Meghalaya Secretariat

Meghalaya police brace for a Thursday VPP march as the party demands government accountability on ten key issues including corruption and land rights.

Walrik Marak • 6 Aug 2026

BJP and Tipra Motha leaders meet in Delhi to mend coalition ties

BJP and Tipra Motha leadership gather in New Delhi to resolve internal friction ahead of upcoming Village Committee and 2028 Assembly elections.

Ayan Debbarma • 5 Aug 2026

AJP Slams Centre and State Over Assam Flood Relief

Assam Jatiya Parishad leader Lurinjyoti Gogoi criticizes the Centre's response to Upper Assam floods and demands an immediate increase in relief funding.

Timungpi Terang • 5 Aug 2026

Nagaland Election Commission Starts Intensive Electoral Roll Revision

Nagaland is conducting a Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The process concludes November 22 with an updated, error-free voter registry.

Naro Jamir • 5 Aug 2026

Khasi Traditional Leaders Urge Governor to Reject Land Amendment Bill

Khasi clan elders are fighting a bill they claim strips them of land authority, asking Governor C.H. Vijayashankar to block the controversial measure.

NEWire Desk • 5 Aug 2026

Assam Government Appoints Sushanta Biswa Sarma as Barpeta Police Chief

Assam officials have named Sushanta Biswa Sarma as Barpeta's new police chief following a major personnel shakeup within the state department.

Timungpi Terang • 5 Aug 2026

Mizoram Opposition Demands Apology from Chief Minister Over Peace Accord Remarks

Mizoram's opposition parties are demanding an apology from Chief Minister Lalduhoma following controversial comments regarding the ILP and the 1986 Peace Accord

Chawngthu Fanai • 5 Aug 2026

KHADC Chief Defends Check Gate Contracts Against Graft Allegations

KHADC head Winston Tony Lyngdoh defended the setup of 11 trade check gates, claiming they curb illegal collections and boost council revenue.

NEWire Desk • 5 Aug 2026

AIUDF Chief Badruddin Ajmal Attacks Assam Government Over Religious Division

AIUDF leader Badruddin Ajmal slammed the Assam government for divisive politics, claiming those who prioritize religion over humanity are worse than animals.

Bibar Daimary • 5 Aug 2026

Mizoram Opposition Demands Apology from Chief Minister Over Peace Accord Remarks

The MNF and Congress demand an apology from CM Lalduhoma for his controversial comments regarding the Inner Line Permit and the 1986 Mizoram Peace Accord.

Ethan Ralte • 5 Aug 2026

Nagaland Elections Office Orders Massive Roll Cleanup

Nagaland begins a special intensive revision of electoral rolls. Officials aim for an error-free list by the final publication date of November 22, 2026.

Kiyeto Swu • 5 Aug 2026

Nagaland Political Committee Renews Call for Ministerial Interlocutor

Nagaland's Political Affairs Committee demands a Union Minister-level lead for peace talks to boost confidence and resolve the long-standing issue.

Kiyeto Swu • 5 Aug 2026

Naga Hoho Fires Executive Council to End Internal Deadlock

Naga Hoho terminated its Executive Council during a July 31 assembly in Manipur, appointing a caretaker team to restructure the tribal organization.

Naro Jamir • 4 Aug 2026

Nagaland Committee Demands High-Level Negotiator for Peace Talks

Nagaland's Political Affairs Committee is pushing for a Union Minister to lead peace talks to boost confidence and resolve the long-standing dispute.

Naro Jamir • 4 Aug 2026

Naga Hoho and NSCN (IM) condemn Indian government actions in Manipur

Naga Hoho and NSCN (IM) leaders blast the Indian government for military policies and alleged collusion with Kuki militant groups in Manipur.

Ratan Singh • 4 Aug 2026

Federation of Haomee Demands Manipur NRC Implementation

The Federation of Haomee wants Manipur to start a National Register of Citizens to track migrants, citing existing legal authority from the Home Ministry.

Sanajaoba Chongtham • 4 Aug 2026

Padma Shri Dr. D.Y. Patil Dies: Tributes Pour in for Renowned Educationist

Former Governor and D.Y. Patil Group founder Dr. D.Y. Patil has died. Leaders honor his massive contributions to education, sports, and public service.

NEWire Desk • 4 Aug 2026

Meghalaya BJP Demands Fixes for Federal Scheme Failures

Meghalaya BJP officials are pressing coalition partners to address ongoing mismanagement and corruption issues within central government welfare schemes.

NEWire Desk • 4 Aug 2026