Northeast India
SAMARTH Scheme Launched in Manipur to Empower Weavers and Artisans
Imphal, June 26 (Northeast Press): In a major initiative aimed at strengthening the handloom and textile sector in Manipur, the Directorate of Handloom and Textiles....
Supreme Court Halts Deportation of Assam Woman Declared ‘Foreigner’By Northeast Press Staff Writer
Guwahati, June 25: The Supreme Court on Tuesday intervened in a high-profile citizenship case from Assam, staying the deportation of a woman declared a “foreigner”....
“India Must Define Clear Policy on Bangladesh Elections to Safeguard Northeast”: Tipra Motha Chief Pradyot Deb Barma
Pradyot Kishore Manikya Deb Barma, leader of Tipra Motha, urged the Indian government to create a proactive policy for the upcoming Bangladesh elections, warning of potential threats to India's northeastern states. He highlighted issues of illegal migration and the delay in implementing the Tipra Accord, emphasizing the need for decisive and non-partisan action.
Honeymoon Murder in Meghalaya Sparks Online Hate: Racist Rants towards local communities of Meghalaya
A tragic murder of a newly-wed couple from Madhya Pradesh in Meghalaya has sparked online misinformation and hate, exposing deep-rooted prejudices against the Northeast. Social media users circulated baseless claims, fostering xenophobia. Experts highlight systemic ignorance about the region, calling for responsible reporting and greater understanding of its culture and people.
