Centre’s focus driving all-round development of northeast: PM Modi

February 20, 2026 11:41 AM

Centre’s focus driving all-round development of northeast: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said the NDA government at the Centre has given unprecedented attention and resources to the all-round development of the Northeast, ushering in a new phase of growth, connectivity, and opportunities across the region. In a letter addressed to Pema Khandu on the occasion of Arunachal Pradesh’s 40th Statehood Day, the Prime Minister highlighted the Centre’s sustained efforts to improve infrastructure and connectivity in the border state. The Prime Mini...

Pema Khandu turns 46; PM Modi, other leaders laud his leadership

August 21, 2025 10:39 AM

Pema Khandu turns 46; PM Modi, other leaders laud his leadership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended birthday wishes to Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu, lauding his governance and commitment to youth welfare. In a post on X, PM Modi said: “Warm birthday wishes to Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Shri Pema Khandu Ji. He has made a mark with his pro-people governance and focus on youth development. May he be blessed with a long and healthy life.” Union Home Minister Amit Shah also greeted the Chief Minister, praising his efforts...

Dalai Lama a bridge between ancient wisdom and modern world: Union Minister Kiren Rijiju

July 6, 2025 4:32 PM

Dalai Lama a bridge between ancient wisdom and modern world: Union Minister Kiren Rijiju

Union Minister for Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju and Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Sunday attended the 90th birthday celebrations of the 14th Dalai Lama at Tsuglagkhang, the main Tibetan temple where the spiritual leader has been residing since 1960. Speaking at the celebrations amidst the presence of his Cabinet colleague Rajiv Ranjan Singh and Hollywood actor Richard Gere, Union Minister Rijiju said, “Your holiness, you are more than a spiritual leader. You are a living br...

Pema Khandu sworn in as Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh for 3rd straight term

September 16, 2024 6:36 PM

Pema Khandu sworn in as Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh for 3rd straight term

Pema Khandu, the leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Arunachal Pradesh, was sworn in as the chief minister of the state for the third consecutive term on Thursday. Chowna Mein took oath as the Deputy Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh on Thursday for his second consecutive term. Biyuram Wahge, Nyato Dukam, Gabriel Denwang Wangsu, Pasang Dorjee Sona, Mama Natung, Dasanglu Pul, and Kento Jini are among 11 cabinet members who took the oath today. The swearing-in ceremony, held at the ...