North East Issues
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Centre, Tripura and TIPRA Motha sign pact to address tribal community’s grievances
The three sides agreed to resolve the problems of the state’s tribals relating to land and political rights, economic development, identity and language.
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Why a ‘monogamy bill’ is gathering support from Arunachal Pradesh women activists
A private member’s bill, yet to be tabled, seeks to bar men with more than one spouse from elections in a state with one of the highest polygamy rates in India.
Rokibuz Zaman
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Why states in the North East are opposing the new forest law
The fears of the states in the North East centre around two provisions of the new law.
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Trending
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The real reason why Modi says what he does – Hindu India accepts it
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The Assam voter who no longer supports the BJP because of the CAA
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BJP’s street-fighters in coastal Karnataka want a share in power
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Lok Sabha polls: Ladakh MP rallies supporters after BJP drops him from candidate list
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YouTuber, booked for posting ‘fake videos’ of ‘attacks’ on Bihari migrants in Tamil Nadu, joins BJP
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Top Manipur violence updates: Curfew partially lifted in Churachandpur, toll rises to 58
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor suggested that Manipur be placed under President's Rule.
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Top Manipur violence updates: At least 58 dead, including three in firing by security forces
A constable of the Central Reserve Police Force, who was on leave at his home in Churachandpur, was also shot dead on Friday.
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Why Manipur’s tribes are alarmed by court push for Scheduled Tribe status for the Meitei community
Tribal groups say it will allow the dominant group to take over their land resources. Experts fear the move will only increase rancour between communities.
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Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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Why local residents are protesting against the proposal to notify a tiger reserve in Dibang Valley
They claim they know how to co-exist with the big cats.
Rokibuz Zaman
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In Mizoram, voices grow against Centre’s silence on Myanmar ‘bombing’
Influential civil society groups have urged Centre to respond to the violation of Indian airspace and to ‘safeguard the sovereignty of India’
Rokibuz Zaman
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Why Chakmas and Hajongs in Arunachal Pradesh are demanding their residence proof papers back
Last year, the state government stopped issuing the certificates to the two communities targeted by nativist outfits as ‘outsiders’.
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The Reel
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Watch: In ‘The Big Cigar’, the Black Panther founder flees America through a fake movie
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ review: A feelgood entertainer about young love and old ties
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In ‘Tahader Katha’, the many partitions endured by a freedom fighter
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Watch: Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ trailer
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Start the week with a film: A legend returns in ‘Bob Marley: One Love’
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How the pandemic has driven a surge in wildlife smuggling through North East India
Gaps in the law to regulate the trade of ‘exotic’ animals have helped.
Rokibuz Zaman
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Manipur’s Loktak lake is losing its signature fishing rings. That may not help conserve it
Last month, the government ordered all fishing rings and homestays to be dismantled. It has caused disquiet in the local fishing community.
Rokibuz Zaman
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Dalit Sikhs of Shillong’s Punjabi Line might agree to move. But where will they go?
They have lived in the city since the 19th century, yet they are maligned as ‘outsiders’ and ‘illegal settlers’.
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The Field
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Archery, World Cup Stage I: Men’s recurve team reach final; Priyansh, Vennam in compound semis
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Watch, highlights ISL 2023-24: Mumbai City win dramatic semi-final first leg against FC Goa
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: India clinch medals in men’s javelin, discus and 1500m on opening day
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Boundaries and impact: The imbalance in IPL 2024 shows it is not a good time to be a bowler
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IPL 2024: Delhi Capitals hold their nerve to beat Gujarat Titans in a high-scoring thriller