#Politics

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

Enhulumi LJP Unit Defects to Naga Peoples Front

The entire LJP unit in Enhulumi village defected to the NPF, handing the party an absolute majority in the local constituency.

Naro Jamir • 11 Aug 2026

Nagaland BJP Attacks Rahul Gandhi Over Student Protest Silence

Nagaland BJP leaders slammed Rahul Gandhi for ignoring police violence in Jharkhand while criticizing the central government over student protests.

Naro Jamir • 11 Aug 2026

New Political Party PPP Emerges to Challenge Manipur Status Quo

Retired Colonel H. Sarat Singh has launched the People's Political Party to challenge Manipur's political norms and address long-standing economic issues.

Diana Moirangthem • 11 Aug 2026