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In a heartbreaking incident close to Yakung village in Arunachal Pradesh's Anjaw district, a devastating road accident has resulted in the loss of four lives, including young children, while three others are in critical condition. Local officials have confirmed the identities of the deceased, and the injured are currently being treated at an Army facility.

Days after visiting the picturesque kibithoo, perched close to the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Arunachal Pradesh’s Anjaw district, Union home minister Amit Shah on Thursday took to Twitter urging people to visit this village labelled by PM Narendra Modi as “India’s first village”.

kibithoo, the last village on the Indo-Tibet border in Arunachal Pradesh, on Saturday received 4G mobile connectivity with Airtel providing seamless connectivity to the citizens of the hamlet.

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu asserted India's sovereignty by holding a cabinet meeting in kibithoo, the first village on the Indo-China border. This move, coupled with a 'Tiranga Yatra' in Walong commemorating the 1962 war victory, directly responds to China's territorial claims. These events highlight the region's strategic importance and the unwavering support for Indian forces.

Union home minister Amit Shah will on Monday launch the ‘Vibrant Villages Programme’ (VVP) — a Rs 4,800-crore centrally-sponsored scheme aimed at integrated development of villages adjoining the Indo-China border — from kibithoo, a border village in Anjaw of eastern Arunachal Pradesh. kibithoo was also one of the theaters of the 1962 India-China war.

Arunachal Pradesh finds mention in our oldest sacred books and no one has the power to cast an evil eye on our territory, said Union home minister Amit Shah on Monday in a clear swipe at China after it recently published new names for 11 towns located in the eastern region of the state.

From Arunachal Pradesh, Union home minister Amit Shah on Monday sent out a strong message to China, saying India would not allow even an inch of its territory to be encroached upon, drawing an angry response from Beijing which called the minister’s visit to the state violative of its sovereignty and harmful to peace in border areas.

From Arunachal Pradesh, Union home minister Amit Shah on Monday sent out a strong message to China, saying India would not allow even an inch of its territory to be encroached upon, drawing an angry response from Beijing which called the minister’s visit to the state violative of its sovereignty and harmful to peace in border areas.

Remote Arunachal District Has A 58,000-MW Power Potential

Arunachal Pradesh Deputy CM Chowna Mein announced plans to develop Walong into a major historical and tourism hub. Initiatives include the annual Sunrise Festival, a war memorial museum, and improved connectivity. This commitment was made during the 63rd commemoration of the Battle of Walong, honoring the bravery of 800 Indian soldiers.

Home minister Amit Shah will on Monday launch the ‘Vibrant Villages Programme’ (VVP) – a Rs 4,800-crore Centrally-sponsored scheme aimed at integrated development of villages adjoining the Indo-China border – from kibithoo, a border village in Anjaw district of eastern Arunachal Pradesh.

Two women in their forties from Bangalore have undertaken a cycling expedition from Arunachal Pradesh to Gujarat covering nearly 3,800 km to create awareness about how cycling can free the environment of pollution and make people fitter.

After keeping him in custody for nine days, the Chinese PLA on Thursday handed over Miram Taron (17) from Arunachal Pradesh to the Indian Army at an interaction point between the armies of the two nations in Anjaw district of the frontier state.

Women on a mission, Meera Velankar and Tasneem Mohsin, are cycling their way from East to West, covering 3,800km, to spread awareness. Importance of cycling, environment and fitness, especially during the Covid times is the motive behind undertaking the rough and tough ride.

China’s attempt to advance claim over Indian territory by releasing a list of what it calls “standardized geographical names” for 11 places in Arunachal Pradesh is a mischief ahead of the ‘Cope India’ IAF-US Air Force (USAF) air combat exercise at the Kalaikunda airbase in West Bengal from April 10 to 21.

They began from kibithoo, the last town on the Indo-China border in eastern India on a cycling expedition on January 27.

Floods triggered by incessant rainfall for the last couple of days have snapped road links in several districts of Arunachal Pradesh. The water-level of Lohit and Dehing river have increased by two meters.

China’s latest claim to Arunachal Pradesh by releasing a list of “standardised geographical names” for 11 places in the frontier state turns out to be a random naming of isolated forest tracts, nondescript peaks, non-existent rivers and town areas superficially bound together as part of Cona, Zayu and Medog counties in Nyingchi prefecture of Tibet. For instance, the coordinates of two rivers named by the Chinese as “Qiburi He” and “Geduo He” weren’t provided, with the civil affairs ministry simply claiming these were “specific locations”.

Border trade through the Pangsau Pass along the Indo-Myanmar border in Changlang district of Arunachal Pradesh would start soon, announced Union minister of state for trade, commerce and industries EMS Natchippan.

GOC-in-C of Eastern Command Lt Gen Rana Pratap Kalita said Arunachal Pradesh is an integral part of India and the Army is well prepared to deal with any trouble along the northern borders with China.

Over 200 village heads from border villages across five Indian states will attend the Independence Day celebration at the Red Fort in New Delhi. The village heads are part of the Centre's vibrant village programme, which aims to prioritise development in strategically important villages along the border with China. The programme will provide opportunities for livelihood, as well as facilities such as electricity, solar and wind energy, tourism centres and health and wellness centres. The government hopes to prevent migration and promote reverse migration by generating economic activities in the area.