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Tripura Contractors Threaten Mass Suicide Over Unpaid Water Project Bills

Contractors in Sepahijala threaten suicide after two years of unpaid dues for the Jal Jeevan Mission, demanding government action before Durga Puja.

Ayan Debbarma • 31 Jul 2026

Assam court grants bail to four activists in Kaziranga hotel protest

A Guwahati court granted bail to four land rights activists jailed for protesting a luxury hotel project near Kaziranga National Park this month.

Timungpi Terang • 30 Jul 2026

Mizoram Churches Plan August 11 Protest Against New FCRA Bill

Mizoram churches plan a massive protest march on August 11 to challenge the proposed Foreign Contribution Regulation Amendment Bill of 2026.

Ethan Ralte • 30 Jul 2026

Manipur Fuel Transporters Launch Indefinite Strike Over Highway Extortion

Fuel transporters in Manipur start an indefinite strike on July 31 after talks with the government failed to stop illegal highway tax collection.

Diana Moirangthem • 30 Jul 2026

Kiran Bedi Calls for Overhaul of India’s Colonial Police Tactics

Former IPS officer Kiran Bedi says India's law enforcement remains stuck in the colonial era following recent protests over exam irregularities.

NEWire Desk • 30 Jul 2026

Displaced Families Protest Cuts to Monthly Ration Allowance

Internally displaced persons in Manipur protested government moves to stop monthly ration payments for those living outside official relief camps.

Priyanka Moirangthem • 28 Jul 2026

CJP Demands Release of Protesters in Assam, West Bengal, and Bihar

The Cockroach Janta Party calls for the release of arrested protesters and withdrawal of FIRs, citing broken government promises in three states.

Timungpi Terang • 27 Jul 2026

Kuki civil society groups launch indefinite blockade on NH-202

Kuki groups started an indefinite blockade on NH-202 in Manipur, citing supply shortages and denying kidnapping claims involving an IOB employee.

Sanajaoba Chongtham • 27 Jul 2026

State BJP Claims Pradhan Exit Was Voluntary Move

Meghalaya BJP says Dharmendra Pradhan resigned voluntarily to stop outside forces, rejecting claims his departure was a win for student protesters.

Walrik Marak • 27 Jul 2026

Manipur Police Fire Tear Gas at Keirao Killing Protesters

Police fired tear gas at protesters in Irilbung Bazar demanding arrests for the murder of Ngangkham Thambou and the assault of his wife.

Priyanka Moirangthem • 26 Jul 2026

Pressure Mounts to Release Assam Youths Jailed After Protest Call

Supporters demand the release of three Assam youths arrested for planning a protest over the NEET paper leak, citing the Education Minister's resignation.

Bibar Daimary • 26 Jul 2026

Gaurav Gogoi Demands Modi Apology After Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns

Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi demands an apology from PM Modi following the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan amid student-led protests.

Timungpi Terang • 25 Jul 2026

Pressure Groups Demand Land Rights Before Cement Plant Hearing

Pressure groups demand the Meghalaya government resolve landowner grievances before the July 31 public hearing for a new limestone mining project.

Walrik Marak • 24 Jul 2026

Meghalaya CM Demands Accountability in Exam Leak Scandal

Conrad Sangma calls for a probe into exam paper leaks and criticizes the police response to student protests in New Delhi.

Walrik Marak • 24 Jul 2026

Arunachal Villagers Threaten Protests Over Stalled Naying Hydro Project Payments

Families affected by the Naying Hydro Electric Project demand fair compensation and environmental protection or face organized peaceful protests.

Tani M • 24 Jul 2026

Assam Protests Intensify Over NEET Paper Leaks

Students across Assam demand the resignation of the Union Education Minister following NEET paper leaks and recent protests in New Delhi.

Timungpi Terang • 24 Jul 2026

Conrad Sangma Eyes Manipur Elections as NEET Protests Roil State

Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma visits Imphal to open an NPP office and address NEET paper leak demands while planning for the 2027 state assembly polls.

Sanajaoba Chongtham • 24 Jul 2026

Protesters Across Assam Demand Education Minister Resignation

Thousands rally in Guwahati and Doomdooma to demand education reforms and the resignation of Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over examination paper leaks.