North East Politics
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We allied with BJP only after written assurance of constitutional solution in Tripura: TIPRA Motha
The group has been demanding a separate state called Greater Tipraland for tribal communities in regions of the state where they are in the majority.
Scroll Staff
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Arunachal Pradesh CM among 10 BJP candidates elected unopposed in Assembly polls
Opposition parties did not field candidates in five constituencies and their candidates withdrew their nominations in five other seats.
Scroll Staff
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Why ‘historic’ pact may not give Tripura’s tribal communities a new deal
The agreement with Tipra Motha gives BJP an advantage. But there is scepticism whether it can secure the rights of the indigenous people.
Rokibuz Zaman
Trending
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‘Heeramandi’ review: Lahore Luxe tawaif saga runs on empty
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Mumbai school principal told to resign after being targeted by Hindutva website
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‘Naach Ga Ghuma’ review: Soft landings in saga of a woman and her missing maid
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Faltering economy, poor citizens, South Asia’s bully: The reality of India’s global ambitions
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In his new book, journalist Boria Majumdar addresses BCCI’s two-year ban after an online controversy
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Assam: Rahul Gandhi will be arrested after Lok Sabha polls for ‘violence’, says CM Himanta Sarma
The Assam Police has booked Gandhi, among other Congress leaders, for alleged provocation, damaging public property and assaulting police personnel.
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This Christmas, Tripura roiled by RSS campaign demanding ‘delisting’ of Christian tribals
The campaign appears to be aimed at countering the continued rise of the Tipra Motha, a tribal-centric party, observers say.
Rokibuz Zaman
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Mizoram’s stance on refugees from Myanmar, Manipur will not change, says CM-elect Lalduhoma
Outgoing CM Zoramthanga had fought the Assembly elections on the issue of Zo nationalism, banking on his defiance of the Centre's order against refugees.
Rokibuz Zaman
Video
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Watch: Diljit Dosanjh invites young fan on stage, dances with him during his sold-out Vancouver show
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Watch: School authorities turn classroom into swimming pool to encourage attendance during heatwave
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Watch: Woman recreates pet parrot’s choreography
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Watch: Neighbours rescue infant from second floor sunshade after she fell from fourth floor balcony
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Video: Listen to this acapella version of Shankar Mahadevan’s ‘Breathless’ by four singers
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‘Change’ over ethnic identity politics: Why MNF lost Mizoram
The Zoram People’s Movement romped home with its educated, untested candidates and the promise of ‘corruption-free governance’.
Rokibuz Zaman
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Assam: Congress MLA Aftabuddin Mollah arrested for remarks about Hindu priests
The Jaleswar legislator said that wherever a rape case is reported, Hindu ascetics and priests are involved.
Scroll Staff
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‘Vote for change’: In Mizoram, a young party promises a fresh start for the state
The party’s call for change is powered by its focus on governance issues.
Rokibuz Zaman
The Reel
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‘Naach Ga Ghuma’ review: Soft landings in saga of a woman and her missing maid
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‘Heeramandi’ review: Lahore Luxe tawaif saga runs on empty
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‘The Fall Guy’ review: Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt sparkle in entertaining action comedy
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‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ trailer: Barry Jenkins directs prequel to 2019 photorealistic animated film
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Start the week with a film: A divorce from hell in ‘The War of the Roses’
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Will his defiance of Delhi win the day for Mizoram chief minister Zoramthanga?
Though there is support for the MNF government for its espousal of Mizo nationalism, voters may not make a decision on that basis alone.
Rokibuz Zaman
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BJP doesn’t need ‘Miya’ votes for 10 years, says Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
The chief minister said that the ‘Miya’ people can vote for the saffron party after following family planning and stopping child marriage.
Scroll Staff
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Assam: Protests in Sivasagar against Election Commission’s delimitation report
Demonstrations were held for not keeping Lahowal and Amguri Assembly constituencies intact in the district.
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The Field
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Shifting goalposts: AIFF chief Kalyan Chaubey needs to come clean on the ISL not having relegation
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IPL 2024: Harpreet Brar, Rahul Chahar bowl Punjab Kings to crucial win over Chennai Super Kings
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Badminton, Thomas Cup 2024: India finish second in Group C following loss to Indonesia
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Fitness watch: Project launched in England to study causes of ACL injuries in women’s football
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IPL 2024: Bowlers, Marcus Stoinis help Lucknow Super Giants beat Mumbai Indians