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Laki Weshi Sangno becomes the first fighter from Arunachal Pradesh to win a professional MMA bout in Indonesia. He defeated Indonesia's Namr Arad in the strawweight division at Canggu Fight Night 39.

Assam police arrest 2 ULFA-I cadres, seize arms and ammunition, and foil a mass casualty terror attack in Tinsukia district. The attack was planned to create an atmosphere of fear in the region.

A workshop on the development of the Nocte script was held in Tirap district, aiming to adapt the Roman script for the Nocte language and promote cultural preservation and educational advancement.

Athletes from Northeast India are making a mark in professional Mixed Martial Arts, raising questions about the region's newest sporting export.

A three-day vocational training programme on scientific poultry farming was conducted by the Papum Pare KVK in Itanagar, with over 30 trainees participating. The programme aimed to educate local farmers on poultry farming and reduce dependence on supplies from other states.

A fresh POCSO case has been registered against anti-drug activist Gumin Mize for allegedly attempting to sexually assault a minor girl. The case was registered at the Itanagar women police station after a written complaint was received on June 20.

A 39-year-old woman was arrested with heroin valued at Rs 4.5 lakh in Tirap district. The arrest was made during a joint anti-drug operation.

A civilian died in an explosion near the Line of Control in J&K's Baramulla district. The incident occurred when an unexploded shell went off, resulting in the loss of one life.

A 29-year-old rowdy sheeter was hacked to death by unidentified assailants on J.P. Nagar Main Road, Bengaluru. Police suspect a revenge killing linked to old gang rivalries.

The Food & Civil Supplies Department in Arunachal Pradesh is prioritizing improved public service delivery, strengthening the public distribution system, and addressing manpower shortages. This was the focus of the department's annual review meeting.

Disi village general assembly declares Aya, Rokpo and Dodo segments as community land to preserve customary land rights and protect cultural identity.

The Bui Upper Primary School in Gusar circle of Upper Subansiri district is set to reopen soon after remaining defunct for several years. The school will provide free education to all enrolled students.

The Department of Telecommunications has activated intra-circle roaming in four districts of Arunachal Pradesh to ensure uninterrupted mobile connectivity amid heavy rainfall and landslides. The facility will be available for three days till June 28.

A Khet Bachao Abhiyan programme was held in Pakke-Kessang district, with 34 farmers and farmwomen participating in the event. The programme focused on natural farming and government welfare schemes.

The Khonsa Planning Authority reviewed the draft GIS-based master plan-2051 for Khonsa under the AMRUT Scheme 2.0, aiming to provide a long-term blueprint for the planned development of Khonsa over the next 25 years.

Ri-Bhoi Police in Meghalaya conducts anti-drug awareness campaign across schools, colleges, and public spaces to educate children and young people about the dangers of drug abuse.

Miss Universe Arunachal Pradesh 2026 1st runner-up and Miss Multimedia title-holder Anchali Peyang received a warm welcome upon her arrival in East Siang district. Peyang has emerged as one of the state's most promising young beauty pageant contestants.

The Meghalaya and Greater Shillong Progressive Hawkers and Street Vendors Association is hosting a public dialogue on Shillong's urban challenges, focusing on issues like traffic congestion and public transport.

A devastating explosion ripped through a residential apartment in Agartala, Tripura, leaving one person dead and several injured. Preliminary investigations indicate that unauthorized tampering with the gas pipeline may have led to the explosion.

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh leads anti-drug campaign, urging people to shun narcotics for a better society. The campaign includes a 10-km Mega Awareness Run and a pledge against drug abuse.