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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.

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)

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Community volunteers’ training prog begins

OnlineAge / November 6, 2025

YACHULI, NOV 5: Keyi Panyor District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) on Wednesday commenced a three-day community volunteers’training programme at Tajgi village under Param Putu circle. The initiative is being organised under the directive of the Department of Disaster Management, Government of Arunachal Pradesh to strengthen local disaster preparedness and response capacities. The programme aims to build a cadre of 100 trained community volunteers from the most vulnerable villages across the district. These volunteers will serve as a frontline support force to the district administration during disaster emergencies and play a vital role in promoting community safety, awareness and resilience at the grassroots level. The present training batch consists of participants from Param Putu circle. Subsequent training programmes will be conducted at Deed from November 10-12 and at Yazali from November 13-15. A key highlight of the programme is the involvement of seven trained community volunteers, who previously underwent specialised training with the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and have now been designated as instructors. In addition, two personnel from the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), Regional Response Centre (RRC), Ziro are serving as resource persons to provide technical and practical guidance to the trainees. During the training, volunteers will undergo sessions on basic disaster management concepts, community-based first aid, Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR, search and rescue techniques, fire safety, forest fire response, rope-based rescue, and disaster-specific safety protocols including earthquakes, landslides, floods and lightning. Speaking on the occasion, the District Disaster Management Officer (DDMO) expressed gratitude to all resource organisations and emphasised the importance of empowered local communities in disaster response. The DDMO stated that trained volunteers are the first responders in any emergency situation and their preparedness can significantly reduce the impact of disasters and save lives. The DDMA encouraged active participation from all communities and assured continued efforts toward strengthening disaster resilience across Keyi Panyor district.(DIPR)

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RRU to host Police Technology Summit-2025 on Nov 8

OnlineAge / November 6, 2025

PASIGHAT, NOV 5: Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) will be hosting the Police Technology Summit-2025 scheduled on November 8 at its Pasighat campus here. The Summit will spotlight cutting-edge technologies for SMART Policing – from AI-driven policing and OSINT to drone/anti-drone systems, predictive policing, cybercrime mitigation, digital investigations, smart surveillance, and the modernization of police operations. Organised by RRU with the support of AIC-RRU Incubation Foundation (AIM, NITI Aayog), Police Technology Summit-2025 will convene police and CAPF leadership, state and district police units, policy makers, start-ups, researchers, and solution providers to accelerate technology adoption for internal security. Some key themes that will be covered during the summit are: AI for policing; open-source intelligence; counter-drone & tactical comms; cybercrime investigation & SOC readiness; digital forensics; smart surveillance & field mobility; tech-enabled training and simulations. Live demos of India-made innovations aligned to policing needs, including secure communications, agentic AI, cyber ranges, VR/AR/MR training tools, blockchain forensics, quantum-safe security, and environmental/field sensorswill also be demonstrated during the summit. Use-case sessions will include practical deployments for beat officers, investigators, traffic and crowd management units, anti-human trafficking cells, cyber police stations, and disaster/HADR coordination. A curated line-up of emerging and established providers will present deployable solutions, including Roombr, TheMoe, HyperLab, FaceTagr, Mobisec, Helios Dynamic, Resecurity, Siddhi Engineers, SWASEMI, Viralhit, Zindagi Technologies, ScopX, QNu Labs, Tactilink, Tactix, BeyonData, and Phronetic AI. Senior police leadership, unit heads (cyber, CCTNS, traffic, training), investigators and DFIR teams, command-and-control operators, CAPFs, state home departments, procurement and modernization cells, start-ups, researchers, and academia focused on national security technology. Rashtriya Raksha University is India’s pioneering National Security and Police University, established by the Act No. 31 of 2020 of the Indian Parliament. RRU advances professional security and police education, research, training, and innovation through a unique ecosystem of civilian scholars and seasoned security practitioners – serving the needs of policing, governance, justice, and civil society while contributing to a peaceful and secure world order.

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Selection trials conducted for NE Para Games 2025

OnlineAge / November 6, 2025

ITANAGAR, NOV 5: The Paralympic Association of Arunachal (PAA) on Wednesday organized the State-level Para Sports Selection Trials and Competitions at various venues across the Itanagar region, in preparation for the 2nd edition of the North East Para Games 2025, scheduled to be held from November 27 to 29 at Guwahati, Assam. The selection events were held in six para-sports disciplines including Para Athletics (Outdoor Stadium, Yupia), Para Badminton (Borum Badminton Hall), Para Boccia (Naharlagun), Para Chess (Itanagar), Para Swimming (Doimukh) and Para Table Tennis (Itanagar). A total of 78 para-athletes from different districts of Arunachal Pradesh participated with great enthusiasm and sportsmanship. After the completion of the trials, 53 athletes were selected to represent the state at the upcoming North East Para Games 2025 in Guwahati. In the 1st edition of the North East Para Games, Arunachal Pradesh contingent achieved remarkable success by securing the second position in the overall medals tally among the North-Eastern states, bringing immense pride to the state.