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Massive Pay Gaps Fuel Teacher Unrest in Meghalaya

Teachers in Meghalaya demand better pay as internal salary gaps reach Rs 2 lakh, threatening classroom stability and upcoming student exams.

NEWire Desk • 12 Oct 2026

Police block Raijor Dal protesters in Sivasagar

Sivasagar police detained a Raijor Dal leader and seized a bus to stop party workers from joining an ongoing protest in Guwahati led by Akhil Gogoi.

Timungpi Terang • 12 Oct 2026

Supreme Court Orders Delhi Transit and Internet Restoration

The Supreme Court ordered Delhi authorities to maintain metro, rail, and internet services while protecting the rights of lawyers and peaceful protesters.

Walrik Marak • 11 Oct 2026

Arunachal District Bans Public Gatherings Over Siang Hydropower Protests

Authorities in Upper Siang banned large gatherings for 30 days to prevent potential violence linked to a controversial hydropower project feasibility study.

Tani M • 11 Oct 2026

Arunachal CM Defends Detentions During Siang Hydropower Protests

Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu justifies recent protest detentions while urging dialogue over the controversial Siang hydropower project status.

Rinchen K • 11 Oct 2026

Opposition leaders slam Delhi Police over protest detentions and voter roll claims

AIUDF MLA Rafikul Islam demands CEC resignation as police detain over 1,000 protesters in Delhi following accusations of voter roll manipulation.

Bibar Daimary • 11 Oct 2026

Manipur Congress Holds Black Day Protest Over Opposition Arrests

Manipur Congress leaders gathered in Imphal to protest the detention of Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi, demanding accountability from the government.

Diana Moirangthem • 9 Oct 2026

Four Detained in Arunachal Pradesh Following Violent Protests Over Siang Dam

Authorities detained four individuals in Upper Siang as violence over a multipurpose dam project survey led to arson and property damage.

Rinchen K • 9 Oct 2026

Adi Youth Group Demands Withdrawal of Police from Siang Hydroelectric Site

The All Adi Youth Association demands police withdrawal and dialogue regarding the controversial 10,000 MW Siang Upper Multipurpose Project in Arunachal.

Tani M • 6 Oct 2026

Assam Oil Security Workers Demand Jobs and Fair Pay

Over 1,000 security workers in Assam are fighting a new volunteer designation to secure formal employment status and fair labor law wages.

Timungpi Terang • 5 Oct 2026

HITO Blasts Police Chief Over Shillong Highway Corruption Allegations

HITO hits back at East Khasi Hills police after official calls for formal FIRs regarding illegal toll collection allegations on the Shillong Bypass.

NEWire Desk • 5 Oct 2026

Police Detain Scores as Protesters Defy Ban at Jantar Mantar

Police detained 60 to 70 people at Jantar Mantar on Saturday as protesters demanded the CEC resign amid ongoing electoral roll irregularity claims.

Walrik Marak • 4 Oct 2026

BSNL Employees Threaten Strike Over Stalled Pay Hikes

BSNL staff are staging protests to demand a long-overdue wage revision pending since 2017. Executives and non-executives claim DoT is blocking the plan.

Walrik Marak • 2 Oct 2026

Teachers Group Demands Probe Into Police Crackdown on Tripura Job Seekers

The Tripura Teachers' Association wants the Human Rights Commission to investigate police force used against TET-qualified protesters in Agartala.

Ayan Debbarma • 30 Sep 2026

INDIA Bloc Calls Statewide Odisha Bandh for October 8

Opposition parties plan an October 8 statewide strike in Odisha to demand legislative repeals and the resignation of key government officials.

NEWire Desk • 29 Sep 2026

Violent Protests Erupt Over Siang Dam Project in Arunachal Pradesh

Residents clashed with security forces in Geku during protests against the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project, leading to four arrests by authorities.

Tani M • 29 Sep 2026

Manipur Congress Demands Removal of Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar

Congress party members across Manipur districts protested against CEC Gyanesh Kumar, demanding his arrest over electoral roll revision disputes.

Ranjana Devi • 28 Sep 2026

Meghalaya Pressure Groups Force Bank Closures Over Sunday Work Mandate

Civil society groups shut down banks across Meghalaya on Sunday, opposing a work mandate that conflicts with religious and social traditions.

Walrik Marak • 28 Sep 2026

Assam E-Stamp Vendors Threaten Protests Over Pay and Fees

Assam e-stamp vendors report slashed commissions and unfair fees by Stock Holding Private Limited, threatening a statewide strike if demands go unmet.

Bibar Daimary • 27 Sep 2026

Nagaland Students Threaten NH-29 Blockade Over Road Delays

The Chakhesang Students Union demands the firing of a contractor for missing road project deadlines, threatening a total highway blockade on September 30.

Kiyeto Swu • 25 Sep 2026