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HAWAI : Women and Child Development, Science and Technology and Art and Culture Minister Dasanglu Pul on Wednesday launched the official tourism website of Anjaw district, developed by the National Informatics Centre (NIC), with the objective of promoting the district’s tourism potential and cultural heritage. The portal, anjawtourism.nic.in, was formally unveiled during a programme attended by Anjaw Deputy Commissioner Millo Kojin, Anjaw Superintendent of Police Anurag Dwivedi, Zilla Parishad Members, Heads of Departments and other district officials. Addressing the gathering, Pul said the website would serve as a valuable platform for showcasing Anjaw’s rich natural beauty, unique cultural heritage and tourism attractions to a wider audience. She expressed confidence that the initiative would boost tourism, create livelihood opportunities for local communities and contribute to the district’s overall development. During the programme, Anjaw District Informatics Officer presented the website and highlighted its key features. The portal offers comprehensive information on tourist destinations, festivals, cultural attractions, trekking routes, accommodation facilities, government guest houses, homestays and other visitor services available in the district. Developed by the National Informatics Centre District Centre, Anjaw, the website aims to enhance the visibility of Anjaw’s tourism assets and provide a user-friendly digital platform for visitors seeking information about the district. The tourism portal is now accessible at anjawtourism.nic.in. (DIPR)

  ITANAGAR : The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has nominated senior party leader Tai Tagak as its candidate for the forthcoming Rajya Sabha election from Arunachal Pradesh. Congratulating Tagak on his nomination, Chief Minister Pema Khandu described the decision as recognition of the veteran leader’s decades-long commitment to the party and its ideology. In a message, Khandu recalled that Tagak remained steadfast during the BJP’s formative years in Arunachal Pradesh when the party had a limited presence in the state. “He stood firm during difficult times and worked tirelessly at the grassroots to strengthen the party across Arunachal Pradesh. This honour reflects his loyalty, perseverance and dedication to the cause,” the Chief Minister said. Expressing confidence in his capabilities, Khandu said Tagak would effectively represent the aspirations and interests of the people of Arunachal Pradesh in the Upper House of Parliament and wished him success in his new responsibility. Tagak is regarded as one of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s senior-most leaders in the state and has played a significant role in expanding the party’s organisational network over the years. Associated with the BJP since its early days in Arunachal Pradesh, he is widely credited with strengthening its grassroots presence across several districts. A long-time member of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), Tagak served as president of the BJP Arunachal Pradesh unit from 2013 to 2015 and has also held the position of Advisor to the Chief Minister. He is currently the patron of Arunachal Shiksha Vikas Samiti, the state unit of Vidya Bharati. The Rajya Sabha seat from Arunachal Pradesh is scheduled to fall vacant upon completion of the incumbent member’s tenure. With the BJP enjoying a comfortable majority in the 60-member Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly, Tagak’s election to the Upper House is widely expected to be a formality.

  TAKSING : The Spearhead Division of the Spear Corps successfully organised the Vibrant Volleyball Tournament at Taksing, bringing together local youth, villagers and Indian Army personnel in a celebration of sportsmanship, community participation and cultural harmony. Conducted under Operation Sadbhavna, the event aimed to promote youth engagement, strengthen civil-military relations and support grassroots development in the remote border region. Ahead of the tournament, the Indian Army repaired and upgraded the local volleyball court, providing improved sporting infrastructure and encouraging greater participation in sports among local youth. The tournament witnessed enthusiastic participation, with six men’s teams and four women’s teams competing in a series of closely contested matches. Players displayed commendable teamwork, determination and sporting spirit throughout the competition. The event drew strong community support, with large numbers of residents turning out to cheer for their teams. Despite rain interrupting the final matches, both players and spectators remained undeterred, reflecting the resilience and unity of the local community. Adding a cultural dimension to the programme, Indian Army personnel and local artists presented performances based on the theme “West Meets East”, showcasing the region’s rich cultural heritage while promoting mutual understanding and stronger ties between the Army and local residents. The tournament concluded with a prize distribution ceremony honouring the winning teams and outstanding performers. According to the organisers, the initiative served as a platform for promoting sports, youth empowerment, social cohesion and constructive community engagement. The event also reinforced the objectives of the Vibrant Villages Programme by encouraging participation, fostering mutual trust and strengthening the partnership between the Indian Army and border communities. The successful conduct of the tournament reaffirmed the Indian Army’s commitment to nation-building, community development and the welfare of people living in remote frontier areas.        

PASIGHAT :  A two-day Goods and Services Tax (GST) Awareness-cum-Hands-on Training Programme was organised by the Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) and Central Excise Pasighat Range at Siang Guest House, Pasighat, on June 2 and 3 under the direction of the CGST Itanagar Commissionerate. The programme saw the participation of around 50 to 60 stakeholders, including taxpayers, traders, business owners, entrepreneurs, tax practitioners and members of the local business community. Participants were sensitised on key aspects of GST, including registration, return filing, invoicing, Input Tax Credit (ITC), record maintenance, GST portal functionalities, compliance requirements, and provisions relating to offences and penalties. Hands-on sessions were also conducted to provide practical exposure to the GST portal and help participants address common compliance-related issues. The technical sessions were led by Chartered Accountant Biju Sen Gupta and facilitated by officers of the CGST and Central Excise Pasighat Range in collaboration with the State Goods and Services Tax (SGST), Pasighat. Resource persons interacted extensively with participants, offering practical guidance on GST procedures, return filing, ITC claims and portal operations, while addressing queries raised by stakeholders. The programme was aimed at enhancing taxpayer awareness, encouraging voluntary compliance and strengthening engagement between the GST administration and stakeholders. Participants actively took part in discussions and appreciated the initiative for addressing practical challenges related to GST compliance. The awareness programme forms part of the department’s ongoing efforts to promote taxpayer education, improve ease of compliance and foster a transparent, efficient and taxpayer-friendly tax administration through direct interaction and capacity-building initiatives.

CHANGLANG : The District Consultative Committee (DCC) and District Level Review Committee (DLRC) meeting for the quarter ending March 2026 was held at the District Civil Secretariat Conference Hall here on Wednesay to review banking performance and discuss measures to strengthen credit delivery and financial inclusion in the district. The meeting was chaired by Changlang Deputy Commissioner Vishal Sah and attended by National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) Assistant General Manager (District Development) Kamal Roy, Changlang Lead District Manager Binod Kumar Yadav, Reserve Bank of India Lead District Officer, branch managers of various banks, and representatives from line departments and the Arunachal State Rural Livelihoods Mission (ArSRLM). A major highlight of the meeting was the launch of the Annual Credit Plan (ACP) 2026-27 for Changlang district by the Deputy Commissioner. The ACP has been prepared based on the Potential Linked Credit Plan (PLP) 2026-27 formulated by NABARD. Addressing the meeting, Kamal Roy informed that the district’s total priority sector credit potential for 2026-27 has been estimated at ₹50.40 crore, including ₹20.42 crore earmarked for the agriculture and allied sectors. He said the PLP serves as a roadmap for ensuring adequate credit flow to priority sectors and forms the basis for preparation of the ACP. The committee reviewed key banking indicators, including the Credit-Deposit (CD) Ratio, priority sector lending, implementation of agriculture and allied sector Atma Nirbhar schemes, the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Swavalamban Yojana (DDUSY), Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana, social security schemes and the Self-Help Group (SHG)-Bank Linkage Programme. Roy also sensitised bankers and departmental officials on the significance of the PLP and stressed the need to enhance credit flow to agriculture, allied activities, micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and other priority sectors to promote inclusive economic growth. In his concluding remarks, Vishal Sah emphasised the importance of close coordination among banks and government departments to achieve developmental goals. He urged banks to improve the district’s CD Ratio, strengthen customer service, maintain bank infrastructure and ensure basic amenities for customers. The DC also called for greater focus on Central sector schemes and timely disposal of loan applications. He underscored the need for effective implementation of government-sponsored programmes, social security initiatives and state flagship schemes to improve the socio-economic condition of rural households. The meeting concluded with stakeholders reaffirming their commitment to strengthening financial inclusion, improving credit delivery and accelerating sustainable development across the district.