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Kumarghat Rath Victims' Families Recall Tragic Loss Three Years On

Three years after the Kumarghat chariot fire killed seven people, grieving families struggle to find peace despite government safety and compensation.

Ayan Debbarma • 16 Jul 2026

Nagaland Commission Warns of Growing Cyber Stalking Threat

Nagaland State Commission for Women warns that digital stalking is replacing physical crime, urging better cybersecurity and legal awareness across the state.

Kiyeto Swu • 15 Jul 2026

Tripura Sets Strict Height Limits for Rath Yatra Chariots

Tripura enforces a five-metre height limit on Rath Yatra chariots to prevent accidents, following a deadly 2023 electrical fire in Kumarghat.

Ayan Debbarma • 15 Jul 2026

Meghalaya Government Weighs Aid for Lapalang Well Tragedy Families

CM Conrad Sangma considers aid for five families after a fatal Lapalang well accident despite a lack of formal compensation provisions.

NEWire Desk • 14 Jul 2026