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|YACHULI,July 6| The District Advisory Board (DAB) on Monday conducted a comprehensive scrutiny of applications received for admission to the two-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.) programme for the 2026–28 academic session at the District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Yachuli, in Keyi-Panyor district.

Hija Village, Lower Subansiri District,Arunachal Pradesh | 1 July 2026 The inaugural day of Apatani Fashion Week & Apatani’s Next Top Model 2026 commenced on a grand note at the Siilang Diting Dree FestivalGround, Hija Village, bringing together governmentdignitaries, fashiondesigners, artisans, performers, models, community leaders and culturalenthusiasts to celebratethe rich heritage, creativity and evolvingfashion identity of the Apatani community.

[By-Pill Tayam] |PITAPOOl| While on his way to Itanagar, Shri Chukhu Paije, Block Education Officer (Academic), Keyi Panyor District, was forced to halt his journey due to a sudden cloudburst that severely damaged the road between Yazali and Hoz. Instead of waiting for the road to reopen, Shri Paije chose to dedicate himself to helping those affected by the disaster.

Ziro, known for its breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage, has also become a popular destination for its vibrant flower gardens. These gardens attract tourists from different parts of the country and contribute significantly to the local economy. The maintenance and investment required for these flower gardens are estimated to be around ₹70,000. Garden owners hire workers for cleaning, planting, and developmental activities. Machines are also used to maintain the gardens efficiently.

In mid-May 2026, a seemingly innocuous comment during a Supreme Court hearing triggered one of the most rapid viral movements in recent Indian history. Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, while addressing criticism regarding the judiciary, compared some unemployed youth to “cockroaches” and “parasites” who attack the system.

Ziro, May 17, 2026: The Fashion & Design Council of Arunachal Pradesh (F&DCAP) today successfully conducted the first phase of auditions and registrations for “Apatani’s Next Top Model” at the Hija Youth Association Badminton Hall, Hija Village. The community-based indigenous model platform is being organized under Apatani Fashion Week and the larger vision of Arunachal Fashion Week — The Artisans’ Movement.

ITANAGAR, May 14: The Arunachal Press Club (APC) and the Arunachal Pradesh Union of Working Journalists (APUWJ) have expressed profound grief over the demise of Dr Bengia Tolum, one of Arunachal Pradesh’s most respected social reformers, cultural icons, and indigenous leaders, who passed away at the Tomo Riba Institute of Health and Medical Sciences (TRIHMS), Naharlagun, on Thursday. He was 69. Dr Tolum is survived by his wife, five sons, including senior journalist Bengia Ajum and a daughter.

Helping Hands on Tuesday expressed deep concern and sorrow over the deaths of two youths from Northeast India in Delhi while they were struggling to build a future and secure employment opportunities. According to information shared by the organisation, one youth from Assam allegedly died by suicide, while another youth from Manipur reportedly suffered a heart attack. Both had reportedly travelled to Delhi in search of livelihood and better opportunities.

Itanagar, 29 April 2029: Shri Ngilyang Tam, IFS, was accorded a warm and dignified farewell on his retirement from the Indian Forest Service, in recognition of his long, distinguished, and exemplary contribution to forestry, environmental conservation, and public service. The farewell programme was organised by the Apatani Forest Officers’ Farewell and Felicitation Committee at Donyi Polo International Hotel on the evening of 29 April 2029. Shri N.

NEW DELHI | April 25, 2026: For years, Raghav Chadha was the face of the Aam Aadmi Party’s (AAP) aspirational, urban soul. The articulate, suave, and fiercely loyal “boy wonder” of Arvind Kejriwal was often seen as the party’s future. However, yesterday, at the BJP headquarters in New Delhi, that future took a sharp, rightward turn. Source: BJP Facebook Page The optics were stark.