In this issue

With rising security issues from within and outside the borders, there have been demands for police reforms to meet the security challenges. But the governments’ spending on police remains about 3 per in the country and suffers from numerous problems like shortages in weaponry, deficiency in police vehicles and under-utilisation of funds earmarked for modernisation of infrastructure. The United Nations recommended standard 222 police per lakh persons. But in India, the actual strength is just 137 police per lakh persons. Till January 2016, there were 24 per cent vacancies in the state forces amounting to about 5.5 lakh vacancies. On the other hand, the central forces had 7 per cent vacancies. Northeast Today analyses the status of police forces in the region.

Nightlife Lightens Up Manipur

Nightlife in Imphal got a boost with the launch of a night plaza along the Kangla moat, providing opportunities for boating and holding music concerts along with 110 stalls, including those serving indigenous cuisine every weekend. 

4 mins

Northeast Police: Imperfectly Perfect

With rising security issues from within and outside the borders, there have been demands for police reforms to meet the security challenges. But the governments’ spending on police remains about 3 per vehicles and under-utilisation of funds earmarked for modernisation of infrastructure. The United Nations recommended standard 222 police per lakh persons. But in India, the actual strength is just 137 police per lakh persons. Till January 2016, there were 24 per cent vacancies in the state forces amounting to about 5.5 lakh vacancies. On the other hand, the central forces had 7 per cent vacancies.

10+ mins

Son Beel Struggling For Survival

At a time when Sarbananda Sonowal led Assam government is mulling to promote the water tourism of the state by organising river festivals like Namami Brahmaputra and Namami Barak, Son Beel—Assam’s largest wetland is crying for attention.

6 mins

Criminalising Marital Rape Of Child Brides – A Glass Half Full

On October 11, 2017, the Supreme Court of India delivered a landmark judgement by criminalising sex with child brides and this has brought relief to millions of child brides (who shouldn’t have been brides in the first place) across the country.

4 mins

India Slips In GHI 2017 Report

NET Bureau In a Nutshell

4 mins

Indo-Bangla Role In Tackling Rohingya Crisis

The exodus of the Rohingya Muslims is certain to have an adverse impact of equal magnitude on both India and Bangladesh. Even though it may not directly seem to be affecting India, but the future may not Be as rosy as it is now. While India is firm on pushing out the Rohingyas who are already ling in India, Bangladesh on the other hand has given refuge to 600,000 Rohingya that have arrived in Bangladesh since a military crackdown in Myanmar in August. While the country is taking up methods for curbing the population explosion of the Rohingyas, the Bangladeshi High Commissioner, however, called for a greater Indian role in containing the influx, saying “the issue may not be directly affecting India now, but it may have an impact in future”. Northeast Today reports

3 mins

Combating Fake News in Social Media

WikiLeaks’ founder says “If journalism is good, it is controversial by its nature”. The lines echo in my head constantly and make much sense every time I scroll through my phone, reading news with melodramatic headlines trying to get viral by sounding controversial.

4 mins

Memoirs Of 5th Tawang Festival

The Tawang Festival, which entered into its fifth year this year, was born out of an initiative of Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu when he was the state Tourism Minister in 2012.

2 mins

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Northeast Today Magazine Description:

NorthEast Today is a monthly magazine. Commits to share and discuss the Problems of Northeast region and its people. NorthEast Today magazine is dedicated to promote the culture, people, beauty and also to celebrate the very best of North East India!

In every issue you'll find:
• Stories On Current Affairs
• Updated Political Activities
• Steps and Suggestions for the Development
• Profiiles of North East India’s fascinating people, lively cities, and charming small towns
• Stunning scenic photography
• Ideas for day trips, weekend excursions, and longer getaways
• Mouthwatering recipes and culinary tips on Indian cooking
• A monthly calendar of events around the state
• Life Style and Health tips
From the peak of the snow covered mountains to the greenery of the tea gardens our team promises to showcase the development and beauty of the regions of North East India. NorthEast Today Magazine is North East India’s first statewide magazine devoted to Current Affairs, Political News, Sports, Travel, History, People, Places etc. This magazine is the perfect source of information for those who've lived here or connected somehow with the place and also for those looking to visit!