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.
Rokibuz Zaman
Trending
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Faltering economy, poor citizens, South Asia’s bully: The reality of India’s global ambitions
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Banana republic in the making?: A South Asian perspective on India from Kathmandu
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In Mathura, Muslims say they were denied their vote. No complaints in Hindu areas
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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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Fact-checking five days of Narendra Modi’s speeches: A catalogue of lies
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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: 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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Watch: Argentinian woman is crowned Miss Universe Buenos Aires at 60
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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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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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‘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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Aditi Rao Hydari on playing diverse characters: ‘I want the audience to take me home with them’
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The story of India’s unique ‘Milk Revolution’ is going to the Cannes Film Festival
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The story behind the ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ title track: ‘Just write very simple poetry’
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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’.
Rokibuz Zaman
The Field
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IPL 2024: Bowlers, Marcus Stoinis help Lucknow Super Giants beat Mumbai Indians
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India tour of Bangladesh: Radha Yadav, D Hemalatha propel visitors to win in rain-marred second T20I
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ICC T20 World Cup 2024: Rishabh Pant, Sanju Samson included in Rohit Sharma-led India squad
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Badminton, Uber Cup 2024: India lose to China in group stage-decider; progress to quarter-final
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Watch, highlights ISL 2023-24: Diaz and Chhangte on target as Mumbai City beat FC Goa to enter final