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NSF Demands Termination of 109 Alleged Backdoor Appointments
The Naga Students' Federation is pressuring the Nagaland government to terminate 109 allegedly illegal hires across 16 state departments by October 12.
Kiyeto Swu • 8 Oct 2026
Women in Shillong Protest Rising Gender Violence
Protesters in Shillong demand safety and equality, challenging the myth that Meghalaya’s matrilineal society prevents gender-based violence and abuse.
NEWire Desk • 8 Oct 2026
Police Clash With Protesters Across Assam Following Capital Demonstrations
Assam saw widespread protests on October 8 as Congress and Raijor Dal supporters clashed with police during separate demonstrations in Guwahati.
Timungpi Terang • 8 Oct 2026
Wangoi Residents Escalate Protests Over Health Center Staffing Crisis
Local groups have launched a social boycott against MLA Khuraijam Loken following government inaction on severe staffing shortages at Wangoi CHC.
Ratan Singh • 8 Oct 2026
Matak Student Union Demands Tinsukia Action
The All Assam Matak Students Union submitted a seven-point demand to Tinsukia officials targeting illegal coal mining, road repairs, and tobacco sales.
Timungpi Terang • 8 Oct 2026
Tribal Groups Protest in Kokrajhar Over Land Encroachment
Ten tribal organizations in Assam staged a protest in Kokrajhar, demanding state action against the illegal occupation of protected tribal lands.
Timungpi Terang • 8 Oct 2026
Congress Supporters Stage Save Democracy Motorcycle Rally in Shillong
Hundreds of Meghalaya Congress supporters rode through Shillong on Thursday to protest alleged electoral roll irregularities and threats to democracy.
Walrik Marak • 8 Oct 2026
Meghalaya Teachers Threaten School Shutdowns Over Unmet Demands
Meghalaya primary teachers are threatening school closures after a protest in Shillong failed to resolve their eight-point charter of demands.
NEWire Desk • 8 Oct 2026
Shillong Protesters Confront Gender Violence and Victim Blaming
Protesters in Shillong held the Dressed to Protest rally to demand safety and challenge systemic gender-based violence throughout Meghalaya.
Walrik Marak • 8 Oct 2026
Tripura Congress Plans Agartala Protest Against Election Commission
The Tripura Congress will march in Agartala on October 8 to protest the electoral roll revision and demand action against the Chief Election Commissioner.
Ayan Debbarma • 7 Oct 2026
Aizawl Bypass Landowners Threaten Work Stoppage Over Compensation Disputes
Landowners in Mizoram threaten to block the Aizawl Bypass project on November 1 if the government fails to pay outstanding compensation by month-end.
Ethan Ralte • 7 Oct 2026
Left Parties Clash With Police During Guwahati Flood Protest
Left parties protested in Guwahati on Wednesday, demanding compensation for Upper Assam flood victims and clashing with police at the scene.
Timungpi Terang • 7 Oct 2026
Meghalaya Lawyers Plan Protest to Demand Advocate General’s Ouster
The Meghalaya High Court Bar Association plans a protest Wednesday to push for the removal of Advocate General Amit Kumar from his government position.
NEWire Desk • 7 Oct 2026
Farmers Claim 67 Injured in Arunachal Dam Project Clashes
Farmers report 67 injured in protests against the Siang dam project, while Chief Minister Khandu insists that technical feasibility studies must come first.
Rinchen K • 6 Oct 2026
HERICOUN Joins COCOMI Boycott of Sangai Festival 2026
The Ethno Heritage Council is boycotting the 2026 Sangai Festival, demanding the government focus on relief for Manipur's displaced instead of tourism.
Diana Moirangthem • 6 Oct 2026
Meghalaya Tourism Body Faces Scrutiny Over Ghost Regularization Policy
Records reveal the MTDC lacks any formal policy to regularize contractual staff, prompting demands for a government inquiry and worker protests.
Walrik Marak • 6 Oct 2026
Assam Villagers Demand Closure of Illegal Poultry Farm
Thousands of Assam residents are demanding the immediate removal of a shuttered poultry farm that continues to operate despite losing its license.
Timungpi Terang • 5 Oct 2026
Chakhesang Students Union sets protest over delayed highway project
The CSU plans an October 7 protest in Pfutsero, demanding the contractor's removal and accountability for the stalled Kohima-Jessami road project.
Naro Jamir • 5 Oct 2026
Chakhesang Youth Group Launches Non-Cooperation Over Detention Dispute
The CCYO declared a non-cooperation movement against the Nagaland Forest Department starting October 6 following a failed ultimatum regarding a detention.
Naro Jamir • 5 Oct 2026
INDIA Bloc Starts Save Democracy Drive in Manipur
Opposition parties in Manipur launched a protest against the Election Commission over voter roll revisions and new appointment laws.
Diana Moirangthem • 5 Oct 2026
