Meghalaya Bags Two SKOCH Silver Awards for Agriculture and Cultural Initiatives
The state’s Agriculture and Arts & Culture departments have been recognised for innovative projects promoting sustainable farming and cultural development at a national platform. Meghalaya: Meghalaya has earned national acclaim after two state-led initiatives were awarded Silver honours at the SKOCH Awards, a recognition that highlights innovative governance and impactful public programmes across the country. The […]
Sikkim Arts and Literature Festival Returns with Focus on Himalayan Culture and Creativity
The three-day cultural gathering will bring together noted writers, poets, musicians and thinkers, highlighting the literary traditions, stories and artistic expressions of Sikkim and the wider Himalayan region. Gangtok, Sikkim : Gangtok is set to host the second edition of the Sikkim Arts and Literature Festival (SALF) from October 28 to 30, with a diverse […]
Amur Falcons Return to Manipur as Annual Migration Season Begins
The first groups of Amur falcons have arrived in Tamenglong district, while two satellite-tagged birds tracked from China are expected to reach Manipur later this month. Imphal, Manipur: The annual arrival of Amur falcons in Manipur has begun, signalling the onset of one of the world’s most remarkable avian migration events. Residents of Guangram village […]
Guwahati Gets Northeast’s First Dedicated Visa Application Centre, Expanding Access to Global Travel
The new VFS Global facility will cater to visa applicants from all eight northeastern states and process applications for 14 countries, reducing the need for travellers to visit metro cities for documentation and submission. Guwahati, Assam : Guwahati has become home to the Northeast’s first Visa Application Centre (VAC) operated by VFS Global, a development […]