The Garo Hills come alive with the beat of a thousand drums as Meghalaya celebrates the 50th Golden Jubilee of...
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When a hundred drums awaken the hills
When Shillong turns pink: Cherry blossoms, music, and a celebration of spirit
When the cherry blossoms bloom, Shillong turns into a dreamscape of pink and white — a festival of music, culture,...
Rilinda Manih
Securing the Chicken’s Neck: Geopolitical imperatives
The reopening of Doklam and Cho La under “Battlefield Tourism” marks a symbolic assertion of national pride, while the Siliguri...
Naorem Sumanta Singh
Renewed insurgency threat looms over Manipur as security forces tighten vigil
Manipur insurgency resurfaces as security forces tighten border vigilance, tackling regrouped militant factions and escalating ethnic tensions.
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Migration dynamics and the demographic stabilisation mission in northeastern border states
The Demographic Stabilisation Mission targets illegal migration from Bangladesh and Myanmar, aiming to protect indigenous livelihoods in Northeast India through...
Naorem Sumanta Singh
Meghalaya revives peace talks with ANVC as push for full implementation gains momentum
After four years, Meghalaya has reopened talks with the Achik National Volunteers Council (ANVC), signaling renewed commitment to fulfilling the...
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Tribute and transition: Meghalaya seeks road naming, ILP, and separate cadre in Delhi talks
Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has urged the Centre to name a road in New Delhi after his late father,...
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Modi’s planned visit to Manipur could mark a turning point
Modi’s visit to Manipur aims to boost peace and stability after years of ethnic conflict and unrest.
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The India Myanmar border and the future of free movement
The India–Myanmar border, once a bridge of kinship under the Free Movement Regime, now faces fencing and restrictions as security...
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Infiltration concerns in Meghalaya: Between vigilance and safeguards
Amid heightened fears of illegal infiltration from Bangladesh, Meghalaya has stepped up checks at Byrnihat, where police and local groups...
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Syama Prasad Mookerjee: The legacy that shaped Assam’s destiny
At a solemn event in Guwahati, Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee was honoured for his vital role in safeguarding Assam’s place...
Nava Thakuria
Breaking the mould: Aribam Reshma and the rise of Manipur’s hijabi news anchor
Aribam Reshma, one of Manipur’s first visible hijabi news anchors, is redefining media representation through authenticity and courage. Her storytelling...
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