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Digital Health Mission: Hope And Challenges

The digital health mission which aims to digitalise healthcare by creating a country-wide digital health ecosystem in India will be rolled out soon.

Domestic Violence During A Global Pandemic: The Hidden Crisis

Beneath the surface of a global pandemic lurks a human rights crisis for women.

WHY MUSHROOMS SHOULD BE INCLUDED UNDER ICDS AND MDM SCHEME

We are all aware that mushrooms are rich in protein, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

SIKKIM BEAMS WITH POSITIVITY TOWARDS TOURISM NET

The year 2020, was a bad year for the North Eastern states which earns a major portion of the state’s revenue from tourism, and likewise Sikkim is no different. Sikkim, which is a major tourism destination for both domestic and international travelers, suffered a lot as the state lost revenue and also many people lost jobs and their livelihood due to the impact of Covid-19 and subsequently lockdown.

MEGHALAYA EXPLORES RENEWABLE ENERGY TO MEET POWER DEMAND

Meghalaya has been experiencing a power deficit which is affecting the growth of the state. Nevertheless, to meet the demand for electricity in the state, the government is exploring the possibility of adopting a renewable source of energy such as solar power.

WHAT LIES AHEAD OF THE DEMOCRATS: HOPES OR CHALLENGES?

The 2020 US Election was one of the dramatic affairs that the world has witnessed. President-elect Joe Biden swept the election with a majority, while the incumbent President Donald Trump was busy making baseless claims against Biden over election fraud. Biden who will be joining the White House in January has a lot of clutter to be cleared. Americans along with the world are hopeful of his leadership, however, with four years of Trump’s mismanagement, it would be crucial to see whether he stands up to the expectations or it becomes a mere burden on him. Mumeninaz Zaman writes

RECALLING 2020 NORTHEAST IN THE GONE BY

The year 2020 a series of events that will go down in history. The developments were nothing less than a roller coaster ride not only for the Northeastern region of India but for the entire world. As we are at the last juncture of this tumultuous year, Mumeninaz Zaman recalls the anecdotes of the journey so far.

HOLLONGI AIRPORT IN ARUNACHAL ENSURES SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

With the construction of Hollongi Airport, Arunachal Pradesh is excepting a big boost to the tourism sector in the state. The terminal of the airport will be an energy-efficient building provisioned with Rain Water Harvesting system and a sustainable landscape.

CHRISTMAS 2020 ADVENT OF MASKS AND THE MASSES!

As December punch the clock and the cold winds in the night kiss our cheeks, the arrival of Christmas season with its profound memories is impossible to not notice; it is in the air. Amidst the euphoric feeling, one cannot turn a blind eye to the prevailing reality which questions the mind as to -how merry will Christmas 2020 be? 'How are we going to celebrate Christmas this year?'

BTC ELECTION: THE NEW POLITICAL TRANSFORMATION

The Bodoland Territorial Council has developed many controversial subjects concerning land alienation and property rights that undoubtedly have already become the core electoral issues. This election will elect members to the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), the autonomous district council for the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), a council constituted under the provision of the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution. The election for 40 seats for the BTC council was due to be held on 4 April 2020 but was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As the term of the council was expired there were two possibilities. The first one was none other than the extension of the then-existing council for another six months and the second one was to place it under the President's rule by the Governor of Assam. On 27 April 2020, it was announced that Bodoland would come under Governor's rule until a new council is elected.

Tigers Palate Tickles Saffron Leader

The Tiger (Panthera Tigris) is our National Animal and a Schedule-I Mammal protected under The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972.

Tips For No Shave November

No shave November is here guys! Dedicated to all the men with the bush out there, we bring to you some awesome tips to take care of your beard!

Royal Retreats of Tripura

Tripura that state in the Northeastern region of India that has dived deep into royalty. There are several royal tales to be told from the state. For your Post-Covid getaways, we bring to you some of the royal palaces of Tripura that are worth taking a tour.

UNUSUAL CONTEST AT NATIONAL SPORTS UNIVERSITY

Manipur, a small state in North East India has been the mitochondria of games and sports in the country, which has to its name among many others, an overall Champion in the National Games in the year 1999.

RACE TO POWER HEATS UP BETWEEN NDA AND MAHAGATHBANDHAN IN BIHAR

The 243-member Bihar assembly election is being held in three phases on October 28, November 3 and November 7. In what could be termed as the biggest election battle of the year, after much anticipation as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the crucial Bihar elections are being held. Amarjyoti Borah reports

CALL FOR A MUSEUM STOKED CONTROVERSY IN ASSAM

A proposal made by an MLA in Assam has recently stoked controversy in the state. While the MLA defended his stand in the name of preserving the culture and heritage of a particular community, politicians, intellectuals and common men have ridiculed it as a vested political interest. Northeast Today writes

Mistakes to Avoid for Men's Health

We all have heard that typical Bollywood phrase “Mard ko dard nahi hota”!

NAGA PEAGE TALK STILL A LONG WAY TO GO

Even as Naga peace talks have reached a stalemate- the Govt. is trying to convince NSCN (IM) to sign the pact. It has been over five years since the framework agreement for the peace process was signed with the NSCN-IM by the Union Government, and it was a defining moment as it was widely believed that the path to lasting peace is round the corner. Northeast Today writes

Evolving Amid the Crisis

Covid-19 and Entrepreneurship doesn’t go hand in hand. But an entrepreneur has to find a way to thrive. Talking to NET, young Entrepreneur from Assam Drubajyoti Deka reveals how he maintained his venture during this time of crisis.

BORDER CONFUSION IS CREATING BORDER CONFLICT

The long standing border dispute between Assam and Mizoram has resurfaced with the recent incidents of violence in the adjoining districts of both the states. The dispute has been recurring over decades, which is disturbing the peace of the region. The Northeastern region has faced the wrath of insurgency, infiltration, oppressed with vested political interests that has only fuelled the dispute. The locals are vouching for an end to the border issue which they claim has occurred mostly due to infiltration in the border areas. The complex territories with no proper demarcation of the border areas be it the international or inter-state boundaries often creates confusion, which led to the conflicts. Mumeninaz Zaman reports.

Child-Health : Childhood And Adolescence!

We often talk about fitness in adults we should make sure that our children are not left behind in the discussion of health

The Wild Delights Of Meghalaya

Let’s have a look at some of the most exotic fruits.found in the beautiful state of Meghalaya.

VIETNAM'S WINNING FEAT AGAINST COVID-19

Vietnam has been heaped with praises from the United Nations and the World Health Organizations for its exemplary efforts in containing the Covid-19 pandemic. As a developing nation, it has adopted some extreme measures but was sensible enough to choose prevention early. Having faced such pandemics earlier, Vietnam shows the way in combating the deadly virus. Mumeninaz Zaman writes

SELF-HELP ROADSIDE LIBRARY

A restless girl born in the pristine state of Arunachal Pradesh, Ngurang Meena recently made headlines with her initiative of setting up a self-help library. The idea of roadside library dawned upon her when she strived to do something for the society whilst, reviving the lost habit of reading books amongst the people of her state. At a time when access to wine shop was more convenient than bookstores, it was then she took it to herself to construct a roadside library. Apart from the library, Meena has also worked on empowering women who often fall prey to societal norms. Having witnessed the odds in the society she stood to the cause and embarked on a journey to make a change. Mumeninaz Zaman gets in touch with the Changemaker.

Understanding Good Touch & Bad Touch

To be safe & protected is a need and right of every child here are some of the ways in which you can start the conversation

UPSC ASPIRANT ABUSED IN UKHRUL ; FOUR ARRESTED

In an untoward incident one UPSC aspirant from Kumram village, Kamjong District who was currently residing in Rayotang, Ukhrul District was allegedly abused by local authorities following an argument over the issuance of a travel pass which was needed to cross the village.

PAST,PRESENT & FUTURE JOURNEY OF HYDROCARBON IN ASSAM

The history of oil exploration and the journey of its extraction in Assam has been the result of British colonial expansion policies that always intended to augment financial health of Great Britain by means of extorting natural resources particularly in the colonies of the third world. The colonial ruler’s first choice was to find such resources in those places where they could easily avoid any kind of human contact and conflict and could establish an un-interrupted supply of natural resources. Therefore in India, the largest colony of British Empire till the middle of last century, the initial exploration was made in untouched virgin forest, barren lands and those frontier regions where the human settlement rarely existed.

Travelling Back to the time before the Masks

Life was much different befor the Covid times. It was a time when people didn"t fear to bond, be close to one another. Most importantly, people could see the smiles which are now hidden behind a mask. Parishmita Gogoi recounts the extraordiness of simplicity in a typical Assmese village before the outbreak of the pandemic.

JUICE OF SUCCESS : THE DONLIP STORY

As the world grips to term with the consequences of the pandemic where job loss, unemployment, and business failures have occupied most headlines, the successful entrepreneurial story of a few youths in Manipur, a tiny state in the North-eastern part of India deserves to be told, heard and emulated.

CHINA REITERATES ITS STAND ON ARUNACHAL

India and China has been on the edge for quite some time, the recent incident of alleged abduction of five youths from the border state of Arunachal Pradesh by the Chinese troops has opened the Pandora’s Box. Even though prompt action from the Indian side has led to the safe return of the youths. However, as India, reached out to China to know the whereabouts of the missing youths who had inadvertently crossed the LAC, China also reiterated its claim to Arunachal Pradesh. Considering the fact that the red dragon does not recognize Arunachal as a part of India, its movement near the border at a time of repeated incursions and skirmishes, has raised an alert of its old tactics of occupying neighbouring territories. Northeast Today writes.