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Guv urges citizens to imbibe Guru Nanak’s ideals

OnlineAge / November 6, 2025

NAHARLAGUN, NOV 5: Governor Lt General KT Parnaik(retd)participated in the 556th birthday celebration of Guru Nanak Dev at Gurudwara Saheb here on Wednesday. He offered prayers before the Guru Granth Sahib and took part in the Anand Sahib Path and Ardaas, the solemn Sikh prayer seeking divine guidance and blessings for all. Extending his warm greetings to the people, particularly the Sikh community, on the sacred occasion, Parnaik said, “Guru Nanak Jayanti is a festival that reminds all that the true essence of religion lies in righteousness, in living truthfully, serving others selflessly, and recognizing the divine spark in every being”. Parnaik reflected on Guru Nanak Dev’s timeless teachings, emphasizing that his message of peace, humility, and service to humanity continues to hold deep relevance in today’s fast-changing world. He said that Guru Nanak Dev’s philosophy of justice, compassion, and equality transcends time and boundaries, inspiring people to lead lives rooted in truth and moral courage. Referring to the Guru Granth Sahib, the Governor described it as a universal guide that encourages purity of thought, honesty in action, and selfless service to mankind. He lauded the Sikh community for embodying these values through their extraordinary contribution to society, particularly their tradition of Seva (selfless service) and community welfare that continues to inspire all. Parnaik urged every citizen to imbibe the spirit of humility, honesty, and love in their daily lives. He said that the ideals of Guru Nanak Dev must reflect in our actions by building harmony within our families, compassion within our communities, and unity within our nation. He called upon the youth to uphold these values and make service to humanity a way of life, live with humility, work with honesty, and serve with love. The Governor later joined people from various communities in the ‘Guru Ka Langar’ organized by the Sikh community of the twin cities of Itanagar and Naharlagun, symbolizing unity, equality, and shared humanity, the very essence of Guru Nanak Dev’s message.

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Industry-Academia Meet focuses on biotechnology collaboration in NE

OnlineAge / November 6, 2025

ITANAGAR, NOV 5: The Arunachal Pradesh State Council for Science & Technology (APSCS&T), Centre of Excellence for Bioresources and Sustainable Development, Kimin (CoE for BRSD),Department of Science & Technology, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, with the support of Department of Biotechnology, Govt of India, organized the Industry-Academia Meet 2025 to strengthen biotechnology collaboration in Northeast India. The event, held with theme “Comprehensive Biotech Skills and Empowerment Development Programme for Postgraduates of Arunachal Pradesh and other NER States,” brought together scientists,academicians, policymakers and industry leaders to chart the future of biotechnology education, research, and employment in the North Eastern Region (NER). Designed as a dynamic platform for dialogue and collaboration, the meet sought to bridge the gap between academic learning and industrial application, while promoting employability, entrepreneurship, and innovation among biotechnology postgraduates across the region. Addressing the function as chief guest, former minister and APSCS&T Chairman Tage Taki highlighted the role of scientists, researchers and students in easing people’s lives with sustainable approach. Scientist-F & Associate Head, NER Division Dr Suraksha S Diwan emphasized DBT’s continued commitment to nurturing biotechnology talent and strengthening human resource capacity in the Northeast through sustained skill development and research support. Delivering the keynote address virtually, Dr Nitin Kumar Jain, Scientist-G/Advisor (NER Division), DBT, highlighted the need to align academic curricula with industrial needs to create a skilled and innovation-oriented biotechnology workforce for the region. The major highlight of the inaugural session was the launch of three innovative biotechnologies by the DBT-APSCS&T Centre of Excellence for Bioresources and Sustainable Development (CoE–BRSD), Kimin-namely, the Banana Fibre Tea Bag Technology, the Mobile Cohobation Platform, and the Temperature-Independent Microbial Revival Formulation – showcasing Arunachal Pradesh’s leadership in sustainable, eco-friendly, and entrepreneurship-driven bio-innovation in the Northeast. The four technical sessions were held during the day, featuring deliberations on biotechnology skill development, employability, and entrepreneurship. Industry representatives from Oil India Ltd., Assam Bio Ethanol Pvt. Ltd., Dabur India Ltd., and Patanjali Foods Ltd. shared insights on evolving manpower requirements, technological advances, and sectoral opportunities in the biotechnology landscape. Academic experts from NERIST, Rajiv Gandhi University, and Assam Agricultural University discussed strategies to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and industrial expectations through curriculum reform and practical exposure. Experts from IBSD, Manipur, ICAR–IARI, Assam, and BRDC, Meghalaya highlighted the importance of hands-on training, effective communication, and translational skills to ensure employability and industrial readiness among biotechnology graduates. Speakers from Guwahati Biotech Park, Oil India Ltd., and Pabhoi Greens Pvt. Ltd. inspired young professionals to pursue research-driven entrepreneurship and innovative bioresource-based ventures across the region. An open forum on Industry–Academia Interaction provided a valuable opportunity for participants to engage directly with industry experts, exchange ideas, discuss challenges, and explore avenues for collaboration. The Industry–Academia Meet 2025 reaffirmed the shared commitment of academia, industry, and government towards strengthening the biotechnology ecosystem of the Northeast. It underscored the importance of collaborative partnerships, the need to address existing skill gaps through future finishing school programmes, and the collective aspiration to promote research excellence, innovation, and entrepreneurship for the sustainable bioeconomic growth of the region.

Pradyot Debbarma calls for united indigenous front across NE

OnlineAge / November 6, 2025

AGARTALA, NOV 5: A day after his party and two others of the Northeast announced that they would form a single political entity to raise issues of the region, TIPRA Motha supremo Pradyot Kishore Debbarma on Wednesday urged the indigenous communities across the NE to unite and form a collective voice. On Tuesday, three parties of the Northeast, National People’s Party (NPP) of Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma, Tipra Motha, People’s Party, Assam, signed a joint statement that announced that in the next 45 days, they would form a single political entity to raise issues of the North East region. Both NPP and TIPRA Motha are allies of the BJP. Speaking to reporters at Agartala Airport after returning from Delhi, Debbarma emphasised that a united effort among the indigenous groups such as the Tiprasa, Mizo, Naga, and Dimasa communities is essential to achieve lasting solutions. “Today, Tiprasa is not alone. The Mizo and Dimasa communities are standing with us, and now the entire Northeast is awakening,” said the TIPRA Motha supremo, underlining a growing sense of solidarity among the region’s indigenous people. Debbarma said that discussions are underway with leaders from various indigenous groups across the region to strengthen the movement for indigenous rights and ensure equitable development. Criticising the delay in holding the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) elections, Debbarma questioned why such a long gap was allowed despite earlier assurances. “The last election was held in 2016, and now 2026 is approaching. We are a democratic nation, not a monarchy. Why were elections not held for nine years? If they wanted to, they could have done it. The process moved forward only after we approached the Supreme Court and the High Court — not because of goodwill,” he said. On the proposed Tripura Accord, Debbarma said that he had met with Tripura Chief Minister and senior officials in Delhi, who assured him of their commitment to move ahead. “They said they want to do it, and we will see how soon that happens,” he said, adding that the time has come for concrete action rather than repeated promises. He said, “The media is focusing too much on what will happen to the party. But no party is bigger than the people. If solving people’s problems requires it, throw the party into the dustbin — the interests of the people must come first. Only then will Tripura, India and the Northeast truly develop.” (Source: PTI)

RRU,CI&JWS sign pact on counter-insurgency & jungle warfare training

OnlineAge / November 6, 2025

GANDHINAGAR, NOV 5: Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU), India’s pioneering National Security and Police University under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Counter-Insurgency and Jungle Warfare School (CIJWS), Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), Gwaldam, virtually on Tuesday. The virtual signing ceremony was graced by Prof(Dr) Kalpesh H Wandra, Pro Vice Chancellor, RRU and Avinash Kharel, Dean, Accreditation and Affiliation, and RanganadhChintada, Officiating Deputy Inspector General, CI&JWS School, SSB Gwaldam and personnel from the Sashastra Seema Bal CI&JWS, Gwaldam. In his address, Dr Wandra highlighted that the partnership will serve as a significant step towards integrating academic knowledge with field-level operational expertise.“This collaboration will bridge the gap between research-driven academic insight and ground-level experience, ensuring that India’s security apparatus benefits from both innovation and practical preparedness”, he said. Representatives from CI&JWS, SSB, Gwaldam appreciated the initiative and emphasized that the MoU will enhance tactical training, simulation-based learning, and exposure to evolving operational strategies in counter-insurgency and border management. Ranganadh Chintada, Officiating Deputy Inspector General, CI&JW School, SSB Gwaldam, stated that the collaboration will strengthen accreditation, joint certification, capacity building, and expertise exchange between the two institutions. The collaboration aims to promote joint training programmes, capacity building, research, and knowledge exchange in the areas of counter-insurgency, jungle warfare, border management, and internal security. Under the MoU, training programmes conducted by CI&JWS, SSB, Gwaldam will be accredited and jointly certified by Rashtriya Raksha University, ensuring academic recognition, quality assurance, and alignment with national standards of professional training. The MoU reflects the shared commitment of both institutions to advancing professional excellence, operational preparedness, and standardisation of security training across India’s armed and paramilitary forces, an official statement said. The MoU provides for development and delivery of joint training modules and certification programmes for SSB personnel and trainees; Exchange of faculty, trainers, and experts between RRU and CI&JWS for lectures, workshops and seminars; collaborative research and documentation projects on emerging security threats, counter-insurgency operations, and border area challenges; opportunities for internships and field visits for RRU students to gain hands-on exposure to counter-insurgency and jungle warfare practices, it added The collaboration reiterates RRU’s mission to serve as the Centre of Excellence in security, policing, and strategic studies. It also complements the SSB’s continued efforts to modernize its training infrastructure and skill development for personnel deployed in challenging terrains, the statement added. The ceremony concluded with expressions of mutual commitment to sustained engagement, research partnerships, and the promotion of national security goals through education and training excellence.

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Enforcement drive conducted under COTPA Act

OnlineAge / November 6, 2025

ROING, NOV 5: A week-long intensified enforcement drive under the COTPA Act 2003 culminated in a series of surprise raids across strategic locations in Roing town, including Koronu, Abali, Balek, Harupahar, Bomjir, and Dambuk areas. The Flying Squad team, led by Magistrate Sylvia Koyu, conducted the raids, seizing huge quantities of tobacco products from shops near educational institutions and those without pictorial warnings. The seized products were later disposed of under the supervision of the Magistrate, and defaulters were imposed fines under relevant sections of the COTPA Act. The raid was supported by Dr Nangkong Yirang, DPO (NTCP), Nini Pasing, Inspector (Tax & Excise), Edison Litin, VP (Education), police personnel and DTCC staff from the Healthdepartment. During the operation, awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco products and the COTPA Act, 2003 was imparted to shop owners. Public notices and IEC materials were also distributed to educate the public. The first day of the raid was accompanied by BomyirDirchiand Happy Sonam, TDO (T&C). The enforcement drive aims to curb the sale of tobacco products near educational institutions and ensure compliance with the COTPA Act. (DIPR)