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From Farm Gate to Global Shelf: Can ‘Brand North East’ Finally Unlock the Region’s Economic Potential?
ByThe Quantiq Editorial August 3, 2026August 3, 2026

DoNER Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia’s July 2026 message signals a welcome shift towards value chains and branding. But can it help the Northeast move beyond exporting raw materials to building globally competitive industries? For generations, Northeast India has been celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes, rich biodiversity and extraordinary agricultural wealth. From Assam’s golden Muga silk and…

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Business & Economy | North East Insight

The Northeast Is Rising. But Can It Finally Escape the Commodity Trap?
BySMS BORDOLOI July 4, 2026July 4, 2026

For decades, Northeast India has been described as a region of immense potential. Blessed with vast natural resources, extraordinary biodiversity, fertile agricultural land and a strategic location connecting India with Southeast Asia, the region has always appeared destined for economic prosperity. Yet despite these advantages, its economic story has often been one of unrealized opportunities…

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Business & Economy | Government & Policy | Infrastructure & Development | North East Insight

₹27,000 Crore Infrastructure Push: How Manipur’s New Government Is Rewiring the State’s Economy
ByThe Quantiq Editorial March 13, 2026March 13, 2026

Manipur’s 2026-27 budget, presented by Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh, signals a decisive shift toward long-term infrastructure development aimed at rebuilding the state’s economic momentum. For a state navigating recovery after prolonged instability, the government’s focus is clear: strengthen connectivity between the Imphal Valley and the hill districts while integrating Manipur more closely with India’s…

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Economy of NE India | Government & Policy | North East Insight

Arunachal Pradesh Powering India: Inside the ₹2 Lakh Crore Hydropower Push and the State’s Decade of Economic Leap
BySMS BORDOLOI February 21, 2026February 21, 2026

As Arunachal Pradesh completes four decades of statehood, the frontier state is stepping into a new role. It wants to become a key player in India’s future energy landscape. The government has declared 2025–2035 as the “Decade of Hydropower.” Backed by an estimated ₹2 lakh crore development pipeline, this push aims to turn Arunachal Pradesh…

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