#public safety

Dimapur Joint Council Forum to Crack Down on Unregulated Hostels

The Joint Council Forum in Dimapur is launching a mandatory registration and monitoring system for all local hostels and paying guest accommodations.

Kiyeto Swu • 13 Oct 2026

Longleng Officials Order Owners to Leash Stray Dogs

Longleng authorities are cracking down on stray dogs roaming the town. Owners must secure their animals or face potential penalties under new orders.

Kiyeto Swu • 13 Oct 2026

West Tripura Bans Loud DJs and Tightens Durga Puja Safety Rules

West Tripura officials have banned loud music and mandated new safety measures for upcoming Durga Puja festivities to protect vulnerable attendees.

Nihar Jamatia • 13 Oct 2026

Dimapur Authorities Issue Urgent Warning After Fatal Well Accidents

Dimapur officials warn against entering confined spaces after two recent deadly accidents involving toxic gas and oxygen deficiency in ringwells.

Kiyeto Swu • 10 Oct 2026

Chümoukedima Gets New CCTV Network for Public Safety

Chümoukedima trade leaders praised police for installing new CCTV cameras in three prime locations to improve local security and crime prevention.

Naro Jamir • 8 Oct 2026

Sikkim Tunnel Committee Demands Urgent Safety Fixes at Reshi Road

Sikkim officials ordered the NHPC to fix drainage and pedestrian safety issues at the Reshi Road tunnel following a formal structural inspection.

Riya Lepcha • 7 Oct 2026

Guwahati Police Tighten Rules for Durga Puja Festivities

Guwahati authorities mandate strict noise, security, and safety protocols for all Durga Puja committees ahead of the upcoming festival season.

Timungpi Terang • 3 Oct 2026

Barpeta Officials Order Security Push Ahead of Durga Puja

Barpeta District Commissioner Nabadeep Pathak ordered tighter security and road repairs to ensure a safe Durga Puja celebration across the region.

Bibar Daimary • 30 Sep 2026

Residents risk lives on rotting Assam footbridge

People in Shalkona-Bamuni face daily danger crossing a makeshift bridge over the Missajuri river due to long-standing infrastructure neglect in Assam.

Bibar Daimary • 30 Sep 2026

Lotha Students’ Union Demands Crackdown on Underage Driving in Wokha

The Lotha Students’ Union is pressing Wokha authorities to stop minors from driving and enforce stricter oversight of student living arrangements.

Kiyeto Swu • 29 Sep 2026

Four Die in Nagaland After Consuming Spurious Liquor

Four people died in Mangkolemba from suspected bad liquor. Six arrests made as the state death toll reaches 13 following a string of recent incidents.

Naro Jamir • 24 Sep 2026

Kohima Officials Tighten Rules for Public Event Permits

Kohima’s district administration now requires specific NOCs and documentation before granting permission for any public events in the town.

Naro Jamir • 21 Sep 2026

Broken Drains and Footpaths Hazard Pedestrians in Dimapur

Dimapur residents warn that damaged, open roadside drains and overgrown footpaths are causing injuries and forcing walkers into dangerous traffic.

Naro Jamir • 21 Sep 2026

Residents Warn of Rising Crime at Shillong ISBT

Shillong residents report that the Mawiong bus terminal becomes a hotspot for alcohol consumption and public nuisance once night falls and buses stop.

Walrik Marak • 17 Sep 2026

Smart City Park in Battala Decays Amid Trash and Drug Use

A taxpayer-funded park in Battala is failing, plagued by fish market filth, liquor bottles, and illegal substance use, sparking outrage among residents.

Nihar Jamatia • 15 Sep 2026

Dimapur Leaders Crack Down on Airgun Use in Residential Zones

The Dimapur Urban Chairman Federation is demanding an end to unauthorized airgun use in city neighborhoods following a dangerous pellet firing incident.

Kiyeto Swu • 10 Sep 2026

Arunachal Assembly Passes Three Development Bills

Arunachal Pradesh legislators passed three major bills on the opening day of a special session to boost business, safety, and infrastructure growth.

Rinchen K • 8 Sep 2026

Shillong Streets Face Growing Conflict Over Stray Dog Population

Shillong residents struggle to balance affection for street dogs with safety concerns as the animals occupy busy roads and public spaces.

NEWire Desk • 7 Sep 2026

Meghalaya Transport Audit Reveals Massive Financial Loss and Public Safety Risks

A scathing audit reveals a Rs 166 crore loss and major safety lapses in Meghalaya's Transport department, with thousands of uncertified vehicles on roads.