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Thousands Join VPP Protest March to Meghalaya Secretariat

Thousands of VPP supporters marched on the Meghalaya Secretariat in Shillong, demanding government action on ten key public and indigenous rights issues.

NEWire Desk • 7 Aug 2026

Laitumkhrah Hawkers Protest Relocation Dispute

Laitumkhrah hawkers staged a three-day protest outside the Municipal Office to challenge unilateral relocation decisions and demand better site options.

Walrik Marak • 7 Aug 2026

Dimapur Poultry Union Fights Back Against Assam Vehicle Inspections

Dimapur poultry suppliers are challenging Assam vehicle checks, citing unfair penalties and syndicate operations that disrupt regional supply lines.

Naro Jamir • 6 Aug 2026

VPP Supporters March on Meghalaya Secretariat Demanding Policy Changes

Thousands of VPP supporters marched to the Meghalaya Secretariat in Shillong on August 6, demanding government action on ten major public policy issues.

NEWire Desk • 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

Tripura Ex-Rebels Plan Indefinite Blockade Ahead of Independence Day

Surrendered insurgents in Tripura will launch an indefinite rail and highway blockade on August 13 after failed talks over their nine-point list of demands.

Nihar Jamatia • 5 Aug 2026

Naga Group Blocks Manipur Chief Minister’s Planned Visit to Relief Camp

The WC-JTCM demands justice for six murdered men, calling for a boycott of the Chief Minister’s upcoming August 8 relief camp visit in Manipur.

Sanajaoba Chongtham • 5 Aug 2026

Manipur Groups Demand NRC Update Before Census Launch

Twenty-four organizations in Manipur threaten mass protests if the government starts the August 17 Census before updating the NRC for illegal immigrants.

Ranjana Devi • 5 Aug 2026

Kuki Group Starts Indefinite Shutdown in Ukhrul Following Ultimatum

Kuki CSOs launched an indefinite shutdown on NH-202 in Ukhrul to protest an alleged economic blockade, demanding equal treatment and immediate action.

Ranjana Devi • 5 Aug 2026

Former Insurgents Threaten Tripura Rail and Highway Blockade

Surrendered Tripura insurgents plan an indefinite blockade starting August 13 after government talks over rehabilitation demands failed to reach a deal.

Ayan Debbarma • 5 Aug 2026

Kuki Group Starts Indefinite Highway Shutdown in Ukhrul

Kuki activists have launched an indefinite shutdown on the Ukhrul-Imphal highway, citing government inaction over a selective economic blockade.

Priyanka Moirangthem • 5 Aug 2026

Assam University Students Halt Protest After Road Repair Deal

Assam University students ended a sit-in protest on Wednesday after officials gave a written promise to fix the road linking them to a local hospital.

Tani M • 5 Aug 2026

Shillong Hawkers Fight Relocation Plans as Government Eyes New Sites

Shillong street vendors are protesting an August 17 eviction deadline, citing poor customer footfall at designated relocation sites.

NEWire Desk • 5 Aug 2026

VPP Calls for Mass Protest March Against MDA Government

VPP President Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit is urging citizens to march to the Main Secretariat on August 6 to protest the MDA government's policies.

NEWire Desk • 5 Aug 2026

JFD Campaigns for NRC Update Before Manipur Census

The JFD is holding statewide street meetings demanding an NRC update in Manipur before the Census, citing ongoing displacement and civil unrest.

Ranjana Devi • 4 Aug 2026

AMUCO Demands Financial Aid Amid Ongoing Manipur Conflict

AMUCO hits back at the Indian government, demanding economic relief for businesses while observing the 29th Manipur Integrity Day in Imphal.

Sanajaoba Chongtham • 4 Aug 2026

Tinsukia Villagers Protest Forest Department Over Elephant Raids

Hundreds of villagers in Assam’s Tinsukia district protested against the Forest Department, demanding action against frequent wild elephant attacks.

Timungpi Terang • 4 Aug 2026

VPP Rejects Government Plea to Cancel Secretariat March

The VPP is pushing ahead with an August 6 protest at the Meghalaya Secretariat after refusing the government's request to submit a formal memorandum.

NEWire Desk • 4 Aug 2026

Tripura Congress Plans Week-Long Protests Over Alleged Corruption

Tripura Congress will launch statewide protests on August 5, demanding a government white paper to address allegations of widespread public fund corruption.

Ayan Debbarma • 3 Aug 2026

Manipur Groups Demand NRC Before Census or Face Shutdown

Civil society groups in Manipur are threatening a statewide shutdown if the government does not update the National Register of Citizens before the Census.

Sanajaoba Chongtham • 3 Aug 2026