2009 The Year that was

The North East is a region of unbound diversity. As such, any publication covering it will undoubtedly have to cover diverse events, festivals and incidents among other things.
‘The Year That Was’ looks at what we at Eastern Panorama feel are the standout issues that we have covered in 2009 in different sectors of life in the North East region. It has been an eventful year and we at Eastern Panorama are glad to bring these issues to you.
Eastern Panorama is what it is because of you the readers. We thank you for your patronage and we look forward to another year of serving the people of the North East.

Con -men scam hundreds in Meghalaya through loan advertisements and then fly the roost. People are left completely helpless with no hopes of recovering their investments.

In keeping with its 17th anniversary issue, Eastern Panorama bring you seventeen of the most sought after spiritual destinations in the North East Region.

The Government of Meghalaya’s agreement with the Uranium Corporation of India to develop areas in the state having uranium deposits raise widespread public outcry from all sections of the society both at home and from abroad.

Newly elected Parliamentarians take oath after the elections to the Lok Sabha. Being young and vigorous, how much influence can the new blood have in the Lok Sabha?

A political crisis grips Meghalaya as the government crumbles and makes way for President’s Rule in the state. This article follows all the events which have led to this catastrophy.

Black Widow’s dreaded leader Jewel Garlossa is apprehended in Bangalore. What impact will this have on the survival and strength of the outfit in the coming days?

Two founding members of the postscribed United Liberation Front of Asom surrender to Indian authorities after years of hiding out abroad.

The Delhi High Court’s judgement on legalising gay rights draws public outcry throughout the country

Manipur is engulfed in violence as protesters take to the streets, demanding answers from the government about fake encounters which have resulted in the loss of many innocent lives.

Lajong Football Club from Shillong enters the main draw of the I - League, the professional football league of India and sparks football fever in Meghalaya.

The Kulsi River in Assam, a place where, contrary to popular belief, nature and development share a peaceful co-existance.

The ex - BJP Lok Sabha MP popularly referred to as the Mizo Super Cop Dr. Hmar Tlomte Sangliana is one of 160 international leaders to be invited to make their presence felt at a breakfast hosted by President Barack Obama at the White House in Washington.

Sourabhee Debbarma from Agartala takes India by storm as she wins the fourth season of the very popular Indian Idol competition.

One year after Cyclone Nargis devastates Burma and the country is still recovering from the disaster. Many blame the Burmese Juta for the slow recovery as Burma limps back to normalcy.

The stage is set for arguably the most important international summits in recent years. The Copenhagen Climate Summit draws massive attention and is expected to be a turning point in history.

Club members of the illustrious Shillong Club in Meghalaya allege that the Managing Committee of the Club is masterminding a conspiracy and trying to use Club property to enrich their personal coffers. Eastern Panorama investigates the story behind all the allegations.

A notorious criminal or a political pawn? The story of Fullmoon Dhar and his association with political leaders in Meghalaya.

Deepsikha Foundation - An organisation which has been doiing a commendable job in alleviating the plight of people suffering from cancer in India.

Swine Flu paranoia grips the North East as the disease instills a feeling of dread among the general public.Eastern Paorama asks the question,  how dangerous and volatile is this disease and are people over - reacting.?

In spite of the fact that he died on the 3rd of August 1941, Baba Harbajan Singh lives on for the armed forces along the Nathula Pass of India’s border with China.

Suranjoy Singh returns home to Manipur after winning gold at the Asian Boxing Championship held at Zhuhai, China thereby winning the hearts of his countrymen and becoming a source of inspiration for youth at home and also across the nation.