A dance of pedestrians Its that time of the year again when the narrow roads of Mawbah turn into a maze and navigating them feels like solving a puzzle on foot. This densely packed neighbourhood, home to people of many faiths, often springs to life during cultural festivals and this Sunday, it was Muharram. [] The post Shillong Jottings appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Grace Kharpuri is prez of NPPs women wing
SHILLONG, July 6: Senior MDC from Nongskhen Grace Mary Kharpuri has been appointed as the new president of the National Peoples Party Womens Front (NPWF). This decision was taken during a meeting of the NPP Meghalaya State unit and the NPWF, held at the party office on Saturday. The meeting, convened to formally induct Kharpuri, [] The post Grace Kharpuri is prez of NPPs women wing appeared first on The Shillong Times .
As Byrnihat factory closes, locals fear over livelihood
SHILLONG, July 6: Following Maithan Alloys Ltds announcement on Monday regarding the closure of its Byrnihat unit from August 31, the Deputy Commissioner of Ri-Bhoi has assured the companys employees and their families that their concerns are being taken seriously. The closure is reportedly due to unsustainable electricity tariffs. A delegation of employees met the [] The post As Byrnihat factory closes, locals fear over livelihood appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Akash Deeps ten-fer seals statement victory for India Birmingham, July 6: Birmingham, July 7:After leaving out Jasprit Bumrah, losing the toss, and enduring a frustrating rain delay on the final morning, India still delivered a statement performance to beat England by a massive 336 runs in the second Test at Edgbaston. In doing so, they [] The post Birmingham Blues no more appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Entry of poultry into state to be monitored
SHILLONG, July 6: The Meghalaya Poultry Farmers and Welfare Association (MPF&WA) on Sunday announced its decision to monitor the entry of poultry at various checkpoints across the state, citing repeated violations of established protocols concerning poultry imports from Assam. Beginning Monday evening, the association will carry out inspections at key entry points, including Umkiang, Barato, [] The post Entry of poultry into state to be monitored appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Wicket suited India more as the game got deeper, says Stokes
Birmingham, July 6: After suffering a huge 336-run defeat to India in the second Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy Test at Edgbaston, England skipper Ben Stokes said as the game got deeper, the pitch began to suit the visitors more than the hosts. Stokes was speaking in the post-match presentation ceremony about his decision to bowl first, a [] The post Wicket suited India more as the game got deeper, says Stokes appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Redefining The Northeast Through Cooperatives
By Bagmita Borthakur & Bishaldeep Kakati Indias cooperative sector is undergoing a profound transformation, one that is as strategic as it is structural. Since the creation of the Ministry of Cooperation in July2021 under Union Home MinisterAmitShah, cooperatives are no longer treated as vestiges of an older economic order; they are being recast as futuristic [] The post Redefining The Northeast Through Cooperatives appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Shillong immerses in Muharram solemnity
SHILLONG, July 6: The Muslim community in Shillong came together on Sunday to solemnly observe Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar and a sacred period of mourning that commemorates the martyrdom of Imam Hussain the revered grandson of Prophet Muhammad. Marking the beginning of the Islamic New Year, the day was imbued [] The post Shillong immerses in Muharram solemnity appeared first on The Shillong Times .
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In some parts of Russia, schoolgirls who become pregnant are being paid more than 100,000 roubles (nearly 900) for giving birth and raising their babies. This new measure, introduced in the past few months across ten regions, is part of Russias new demographic strategy, widening the policy adopted in March 2025 which only applied to [] The post Rise of pronatalism appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Tribal Pride in Music form reverberates at Rasong 2025
In two days of resounding tribal music, 200 plus artistes from 11 states gave a glorious performance as organic melodies and rhythms took center stage at the recently concluded Rasong National Tribal Music Festival 2025 held at U Soso Tham Auditorium, Shillong on June 26 and 27. The two-day event was packed with rooted musical [] The post Tribal Pride in Music form reverberates at Rasong 2025 appeared first on The Shillong Times .
His Holiness the Dalai Lamas 90th Birthday Marks a Day of Peace
By Kamlesh Tripathi The birthday of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama is celebrated annually on July 6 by Tibetans and Buddhists worldwide. This will be his 90th birthday. He was born in 1935 in Taktser, a small hamlet in north-eastern Tibet. His Holiness is not only the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism but is [] The post His Holiness the Dalai Lamas 90th Birthday Marks a Day of Peace appeared first on The Shillong Times .
By Christina K Sangma Its chaos, said Rahul. I smiled and replied, Its alright. Its wonderfula fantasy. And thats all we need, dont we? Jack, your story is fantasy, but its odd, he said. Nothing is odd, my friend. The school bell rang. Now Jack, you may read your fantasy story, said the teacher. Jack [] The post Jacks Fantasy Story appeared first on The Shillong Times .
By Priyan R Naik When I first heard of Hanois Train Street, I thought to myself, Whats so great about seeing an ordinary train?. After all, train travel is pretty common in India and in Vietnam too. I had planned on taking the iconic Reunification Express that spans a distance of approximately 1,700 kilometers connecting [] The post Hanois Train Street appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Comilla Cotton,-ni bidingo workshop-ko ongata
Tura: Jatni dakbewalo Garo Hills-ni Comilla Cotton-ko ripinge rakkina miksonge adita salrangna skang, West Garo Hills ajani District Agriculture Office-ni gita Modern Cultivation Practices & Future of Comilla Cotton,-ni bidingo salsana workshop-ko Tura-o ongatangaha. Ia ongatanggipa workshop, State Governments Comilla Cotton Scheme-ni ningo ongatanggipa onga jean iandakgipa maambioni manrikbaenggipa gama geanirangko namdapatna, aro adoko mangipa [] The post Comilla Cotton,-ni bidingo workshop-ko ongata appeared first on The Shillong Times .
HITO Urges Centre to Extend Inner Line Permit to Entire Meghalaya Amid Rising Security Concerns
HT DIGITAL SHILLONG, JULY 5: The Hynniewtrep Integrated Territorial Organization (HITO), a leading pressure group in Meghalaya, has petitioned Union Home Minister Amit Shah in writing through a memorandum calling for the immediate extension of the Inner Line Permit (ILP) system to the entire state. The group mentioned increasing dangers to internal security, changes in []
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Meghalaya Honeymoon Case: Meghalaya court extends judicial custody of 3 hitmen
SHILLONG, July 4: A court in Meghalayas East Khasi Hills district has extended the judicial custody of three hitmen, who hacked Indore businessman Raja Raghuvanshi to death at Sohra area in the northeastern state in May. The three Akash Rajput, Vishal Singh Chauhan, and Anand Kurmi were produced before the court on Thursday []
Kulsi hydel project will not move forward without consent of all stakeholders
SHILLONG, July 4: The work for the Kulsi hydel project will not move forward without the consent of all stakeholders, Meghalayas Power Minister AT Mondal said on Friday. The comments came amid protests by local communities over the environmental impact of the project, which will be developed jointly by Assam and Meghalaya at the inter-state []
BENGALURU: Six days after interacting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi , Group Captain and now astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla (call sign Shux) interacted with with an inquisitive bunch of students from Bengaluru aboard the International Space Station (ISS) While answering some concerning and some technical questions, Shux said, The most difficult task on the ISS is to sleep. While you can sleep anywhere, you do not want to sleep as it you are here for a very short time. He said there is so much of excitement and there are so many activities lined up. But rest is also very important for all the works ahead. He was replying to the query- What is the most difficult task in your daily schedule, raised byKavitha N, a Grade-10 student. Shux had a 12 minute long interaction with students through HAM Radio organised byAmeteur Radio on the ISS (ARISS) and AMSET on Friday. The team from Bengaluru established a contact through Telebridge with the satellite station through Maryland in the US. Ten handpicked students from Karnataka Public School Domlur and Jeevan Bheema Nagar, by ISRO asked 13 pre- approved questions to Shux. He said, compared to the capsule where he had spent a lot of his time sleeping in the small space, the space in the ISS was big and one can move around easily, that is nice and also a concern. It feels very light here. Since there is no weight, it is like you are swimming in air. The body takes time to get used to it as we are used to being in gravity. It is important to understand this. The orientation is different. You are going up and down and you can lift very objects very easily as they all floating. he said. Replying to the question raised by Aryan, Grade-9 student, kene to know his experience during the rocket launch and docking, Shux said, the experience was exhilarating. The rocket launched very fast as you go higher you go faster. The velocity was 8km/sec. The first stage launch was fast and the second stage was even faster. We were floating in free flight for the first one and half days, he said, adding that the entire docking exercise was very exciting, for the way the ISS was stationed and how the capsule entered and locked into it. Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla studies muscle loss in microgravity on board ISS The excitement at the UR Rao Satellite Centre, from where the interaction was being held was palpable. The cheer and enthusiasm among the students also excited Shux who is the first Indian astronaut to have an interaction with Indian students for the second consecutive day. On July 3, Shux had an interaction with students from Thirivananthapuram. However this was the first HAM radio interaction and the second is scheduled to be held from Shillong on July 8. Shux mentor Rakesh Sharma, who was the first Indian in space had interacted with former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. As part of Axiom-4 mission, Shux has completed 113 orbits of the Earth by July 3, marking a distance of 4.66 million km. Using his off-day as a day of interaction with friends, family and students, Shux also shared how his crewmates relished the specially prepared Gajar-ka-halwa, Moong-dal halwa and Aam Rass, he had carried. He said, the mission is helping all countries work together and also share their countries delicacies. On the query of what was the most beautiful seen from the ISS, Shux said the vantage point was the Earths image. Seeing the image of the Earth is very exciting each time. Shux also shared information with students of the experiments he was conducting and said, the most challenging and exciting experiments are on the stem cells and how muscles react in micro-gravity. Among the team of experts and scientists who were present, was Shux friend and Gaganyatri crewmate Group Captain Angad Pratap. Reacting to Shux from ISS, Pratap said he felt as Shux was talking to him. ISRO Chairman V Narayanan said, the aim of the interaction was to motivate students to join space and draw young minds to the field. Our man in space: Shubhanshu Shukla leads the way beyond the stars
Drive against illicit liquor continues in Shillong
Paid on-street parking in Shillong from Aug 1, govt notifies zones
The division Bench of Chief Justice I.P. Mukerji and Justice W. Diengdoh appointed senior advocate Subhasis Chakrawarty as the Special Officer
Meghalaya High Court Appoints Special Officer to Monitor Hawker Rehabilitation in Shillong
HT DIGITAL SHILLONG, JULY 4: The Meghalaya High Court has named senior advocate Subhasis Chakrawarty as a Special Officer to supervise the rehabilitation of hawkers in the Police Bazar area of Shillong. The development was in response to allegations that local and police authorities were evicting street vendors by force without adopting due legal process. []
Raja Raghuvanshi honeymoon murder: Meghalaya court extends judicial custody of three hitmen
The three were produced before the court on July 3, via video-conferencing from the Shillong district jail where they have been lodged
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Meghalaya: Warning against illegal collection of money
SHILLONG, July 3: Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister in-charge Home (Police), Prestone Tynsong warned of stern action against individuals and groups involved in illegal collection of money from business establishments. Speaking to media persons today, Tynsong said that the law will take action against those found engaging in such activities. The comment comes in the context []
Power woes in rural areas due to host of problems: Mondal
SHILLONG, July 3: Power Minister AT Mondal on Thursday acknowledged the erratic power supply in rural villages. While attributing the issue to various distribution problems, he assured that efforts are under way to address the gaps. It is true that in many areas there are frequent power cuts, Mondal said in response to the Opposition [] The post Power woes in rural areas due to host of problems: Mondal appeared first on The Shillong Times .
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Govt constitutes Shillong Medical College Council
SHILLONG, July 3: Ahead of the scheduled launch of operation of the Shillong Medical College and Hospital later this year, the state government has constituted the Shillong Medical College Council. According to a notification, the Council will be headed by the Dean of the college and there will be 14 other members. It will formulate [] The post Govt constitutes Shillong Medical College Council appeared first on The Shillong Times .
16-year-old girl forcefully taken from home, raped; accused held
TURA, July 3: A 16-year-old minor girl was allegedly sexually assaulted in Raksamgre sub-division on West Garo Hills after being forcefully taken from her home last week, a delayed report said here on Thursday. The accused was arrested after a FIR was lodged at Tikrikilla police station by the survivors family on Wednesday, two days [] The post 16-year-old girl forcefully taken from home, raped; accused held appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Govt plans to revive Kynshi hydro project in original form
SHILLONG, July 3: The state government plans to revive the long-delayed Kynshi Hydro Power Project in its original run-of-river (RoR) form, Power Minister AT Mondal indicated after a discussion with the Joint Committee of the local people to be impacted by the project. The minister expressed optimism, noting that the local stakeholders conveyed their willingness [] The post Govt plans to revive Kynshi hydro project in original form appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Power min plays down Ganol cost escalation
Initial estimate of Rs 356.46 cr revised to Rs 507.7 cr by 2019: Mukul Sangma SHILLONG, July 3: The state government on Tuesday dismissed allegations of a scam in the 22.5 MW Ganol Small Hydropower Project, attributing the cost escalation to technical revisions while stating that all financial matters were properly vetted by competent authorities. [] The post Power min plays down Ganol cost escalation appeared first on The Shillong Times .
HC permits registered vendors to run business for three hours in PB
Hawking allowed from 12.30 pm 2 pm and from 7.30 pm 9 pm Unregistered vendors barred from doing business in Khyndai Lad SHILLONG, July 3: In a partial respite for licenced vendors in Police Bazar, the High Court of Meghalaya on Thursday ordered that they shall be allowed a limited number of days [] The post HC permits registered vendors to run business for three hours in PB appeared first on The Shillong Times .
NEW DELHI, July 3: The Supreme Court collegium has approved a proposal for the appointment of Justice Biswadeep Bhattacharjee, additional judge, as a permanent judge of the Meghalaya High Court after converting the existing additional judges post into the post of a permanent judge. (PTI) The post Permanent judge for Mlaya HC appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Brightwell Bungalow to be redeveloped
SHILLONG, July 3: The state government has decided to redevelop the Brightwell Bungalow Compound at Barik Point at a cost of over Rs 12 crore. The project is expected to be completed in 15 months. Last year, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma had conducted an inspection of the site, and announced that the government has [] The post Brightwell Bungalow to be redeveloped appeared first on The Shillong Times .
India make early inroads after Gills record double ton on Day 2
Birmingham, July 3: Shubman Gill earned himself a place in the pantheon of Indian batting heavyweights with a near flawless, record-breaking double hundred, giving his team complete control of the second Test against England here on Thursday. Gills monumental 269 off 387 balls in his debut series as Test captain allowed India to post a [] The post India make early inroads after Gills record double ton on Day 2 appeared first on The Shillong Times .
India eye maiden womens T20I series win over England
London, July 3: Riding a wave of momentum, India will look to secure their maiden womens T20I series triumph over England when they lock horns with the hosts in the third game of a five-match series here on Friday. However, England will miss their skipper Nat Sciver-Brunt because of a left groin injury.Results of the [] The post India eye maiden womens T20I series win over England appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Djokovic back in command; Youngster Andreeva shines
Wimbledon London, July 3: Within just 60 seconds of stepping onto Centre Court, Novak Djokovic signalled a return to normalcyand supremacyat Wimbledon. After an unsettling first-round appearance where he was visibly affected by a stomach bug, the seven-time champion looked entirely rejuvenated as he dispatched Britains Dan Evans in a clinical straight-sets victory on Thursday. [] The post Djokovic back in command; Youngster Andreeva shines appeared first on The Shillong Times .
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Govt offers Rs 10,000 each to hawkers for relocation
Not an eviction drive but an enforcement drive: Sniawbhalang Dhar By Our Reporter SHILLONG, July 2: An under-fire state government on Wednesday announced that it would provide a shifting allowance of Rs 10,000 (Rs 2,000 per month for five months) each to the registered hawkers after they relocate to the designated places. Announcing the same, [] The post Govt offers Rs 10,000 each to hawkers for relocation appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Lapangap row: Mlaya-Assam CMs on job to defuse tension
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, July 2: The chief ministers of Meghalaya and Assam have taken up the recent flare-up at Lapangap village for discussion, Deputy Chief Minister Sniawbhalang Dhar said on Wednesday. As of now, the situation is normal; discussions are on between the two chief ministers, Dhar said. Asked if Lapangap was a disputed [] The post Lapangap row: Mlaya-Assam CMs on job to defuse tension appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Hawkers body slams Paul for obstruction remark
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, July 2: The Meghalaya and Greater Shillong Progressive Hawkers and Street Vendors Association (MGSPHSVA) on Wednesday criticised Tourism Minister Paul Lyngdoh for accusing the associations leaders of deliberately obstructing relocation efforts. The association slammed Lyngdohs comments, calling them unsurprising but shameful, especially considering that the minister previously held the Urban Affairs [] The post Hawkers body slams Paul for obstruction remark appeared first on The Shillong Times .
VPPs duty to notify Speaker about my suspension: Adelbert
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, July 2: More than three months have elapsed since the Voice of the People Party (VPP) announced the suspension of its North Shillong MLA Adelbert Nongrum for three years for alleged anti-party activities but it is yet to officially notify Assembly Speaker Thomas A Sangma about the decision. Nongrum on Wednesday [] The post VPPs duty to notify Speaker about my suspension: Adelbert appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Govt promises strict action against illegal collections
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, July 2: The state government has assured strict action against any individual or pressure group involved in illegal collection of money or donations. Making the governments stand clear, Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong assured that the law will take its course against such unlawful activities. He emphasised the need for victims [] The post Govt promises strict action against illegal collections appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Rajas murder: 3 co-accused remanded in judicial custody
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, July 2: A local court in Shillong on Wednesday remanded property dealer and co-accused Silome James in 14-day judicial custody. According to Assistant Public Prosecutor, Tushar Chanda, two others Lokendra Singh Tomar and Balbir Ahirwar were sent to judicial custody for 7 days. The SIT had arrested the three [] The post Rajas murder: 3 co-accused remanded in judicial custody appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Quality education measures progress of a state, not infrastructure: Rakkam
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, July 2: Education Minister Rakkam A Sangma on Wednesday said raising the standard of education measures the progress of a state more than developing infrastructure or creating assets. We can bring a lot of money and construct beautiful roads and buildings, but development will not elevate the community. It can be [] The post Quality education measures progress of a state, not infrastructure: Rakkam appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Recognition, support for states traditional healers
Nine of the practitioners formally certified under natl quality framework By Our Reporter SHILLONG, July 2: Traditional healers of Meghalaya, long revered as custodians of indigenous health wisdom, received a major boost as nine of them were formally certified under a national quality framework marking a turning point in the professionalisation of traditional medicine in [] The post Recognition, support for states traditional healers appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Human Rights Commission of Pakistan warns against attempts to constrain its work
Islamabad, July 2: The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) on Wednesday warned against efforts to constrain its work, expressing deep concern over the steadily shrinking space for human rights defence in the country. The rights body highlighted that in the past few months, it has faced a series of arbitrary, illegal and unjustified actions [] The post Human Rights Commission of Pakistan warns against attempts to constrain its work appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Iranian President issues order to suspend cooperation with IAEA
Tehran, July 2: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Wednesday issued an order to enact a law to suspend the countrys cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The law calls for a suspension of cooperation with the IAEA until Irans sovereignty, territorial integrity, and the safety of its nuclear facilities and scientists are fully [] The post Iranian President issues order to suspend cooperation with IAEA appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Free medical camp organised at Eco Camp Nameri
Tezpur, July 1: A free medical health camp was organised at Eco Camp Nameri on Sunday by the Assam (Bhorelli) Angling & Conservation Association (A(B)ACA) in collaboration with the AMC Alumni Association and the Academic Forum. A team of experienced doctors from Guwahati and Tezpur, including Dr. Sangeet Dutta, Dr. Chandan Baruah, Dr. Nabajyoti Dutta, [] The post Free medical camp organised at Eco Camp Nameri appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Awami League lays out statistics of brutality gripping Yunus-led Bangladesh
Dhaka, July 2: The Awami League has reported statistics regarding human rights violations in Bangladesh, claiming that the country is in a state of brutal anarchy, highlighting several cases of rape, lynchings, and unidentified bodies, describing the South Asian country as a blood-stained nation under the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government. The former Prime Minister Sheikh [] The post Awami League lays out statistics of brutality gripping Yunus-led Bangladesh appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Quad foreign minister raises alarm over deepening crisis in Myanmar
Washington, July 2: The Quad Foreign Ministers have expressed grave concern about the worsening crisis in Myanmar and its regional implications, and called on the regime to adhere to their ceasefire commitment. We remain deeply concerned by the worsening crisis in Myanmar and its impact on the region. We call on the regime to adhere [] The post Quad foreign minister raises alarm over deepening crisis in Myanmar appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Meghalaya Government Warns Police Against Highway Extortion After Viral Video
SHILLONG, JULY 2: The Meghalaya government has issued a strong warning to police officials who have been accused of extorting money from truckers on national highways. The action is taken in the wake of widespread public outrage in the wake of a viral video that blamed law enforcement officers for mass-level bribery and harassment. Home []
Hawkers resume business in the evening after the protest. (ST)
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Hawkers and street vendors from Khyndai Lad protest outside the Main Secretariat on Tuesday.
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Govt warns cops not to collect money from truckers
SHILLONG, July 1: The state government on Tuesday issued a stern ultimatum to police officials accused of demanding bribes from truckers on national highways. I would like to warn any officersif they are in the habit of collecting money or extorting illegally, we will take stern action accordingly, said Deputy Chief Minister in charge of [] The post Govt warns cops not to collect money from truckers appeared first on The Shillong Times .
NEHUSU blames VC for decrease in funding
SHILLONG, July 1: The North-Eastern Hill University Students Union (NEHUSU) has blamed NEHU Vice Chancellor Prof Prabha Shankar Shukla for the drastic reduction in central funding to the university. The NEHUSU on Tuesday met Education Minister Rakkam Sangma to apprise him of the development. NEHUSU president Sandy Sohtun stated that the central government has slashed [] The post NEHUSU blames VC for decrease in funding appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Troubled relationship turns into utter horror
Mairang Tradegy SHILLONG, July 1: Phyrnailin Kharsyntiew (27) was attempting to end her relationship with 25-year-old Roberto Marngar due to his increasingly suspicious behaviour. Tragically, her efforts to move on ended in horror when Roberto allegedly slit her throat in full public view at the Pyndengumiong parking lot in Mairang on Monday evening. Originally from [] The post Troubled relationship turns into utter horror appeared first on The Shillong Times .
FKJGP calls out Pauls punching bag remark
SHILLONG, July 1: The FKJGP has slammed Tourism Minister Paul Lyngoh for asking pressure groups to stop using the government as a punching bag and join hands to address long-standing and sensitive issues like the boundary dispute at Lapangap. Is the state government not using the innocent villagers as a punching bag for failing to [] The post FKJGP calls out Pauls punching bag remark appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Slingshots fired from Assam injure villager in Lapangap
JOWAI/SHILLONG, July 1: Miscreants from Assam on Tuesday allegedly ambushed a man from Lapangap village in West Jaintia Hills, leaving him injured. The incident occurred when he was returning home after buying medicines from a shop in the Lumlakhiat village. In a video, the man said the miscreants used slingshots to attack him. He said [] The post Slingshots fired from Assam injure villager in Lapangap appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Out of 1,400 surveyed vendors, 760 eligible
SHILLONG, July 1: Out of 1,400 vendors surveyed across 12 vending locations, 760 were found to be eligible, the Urban Affairs department said on Tuesday. In Khyndai Lad, 399 vendors were surveyed, of which 349 were deemed eligible. In the G.S. Road area, 205 vendors were surveyed, with 128 found eligible. At Motphran, 155 vendors [] The post Out of 1,400 surveyed vendors, 760 eligible appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Its a sign of the times that vital information concerning Indias defence comes from foreign soil in bits and pieces. In an epic demonstration of drift that marks these times, the ceasefire between India and Pakistan was first announced in May by American President Donald Trump from the comfort of the White House. Indias defence [] The post Monumental blunder appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Resurrect the Khasi Script: Reclaim a culture!
By KN Kumar Let me start with a caveat: this is an outsider-insider perspective. Having worked in the state for quite some time, I care deeply about a few things enough to speak out, while being aware that, no matter how strongly I feel, its still not the same as a native perspective. But expression [] The post Resurrect the Khasi Script: Reclaim a culture! appeared first on The Shillong Times .
NEIGRIHMS-ni bidingo KSU, adok sorkari baksa Union Minister-ko gronggen
SHILLONG: North Eastern Indira Gandhi Regional Institute of Health & Medical Sciences (NEIGRIHMS)-na kamo raani bidingo Khasi Students Union, adok sorkari baksa Union Health Minister-ko gronge agangrikna tik kaangaha. Iani bidingo KSU-ni dilgiparang, Mongolbar salo adokni Tourism Minister Paul Lyngdoh-ko grongenba agangrikangaha. Batanggimin changoba, iani bidingo adok sorkari, KSU aro NEIGRIHMS-ko apsan asonge agangrikna okamaha [] The post NEIGRIHMS-ni bidingo KSU, adok sorkari baksa Union Minister-ko gronggen appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Engineering College-ni class-rangko August jaoni abachenggnok: Edu Minister
SHILLONG: Shillong Government College of Engineering (SGCE)-ni class-rangko ia bilsini August ja dipet abachenggnok ine Mongolbar salo, adokni Education Minister Rakkam A Sangma parakataha. Mongolbar salo ua, Shillong-o rikenggipa Engineering College aro Shillong Polytechnic-ko nieani jaman iako kobor ratimgiparangna parakataha. Daalo anga official-rang baksa Shillong Engineering College aro Polytechnic-koba nieaha. Ia college-ko nieanio anga college-ni [] The post Engineering College-ni class-rangko August jaoni abachenggnok: Edu Minister appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Sorkari college-rango uniform-ko abachengatchina geeta
SHILLONG: Meghalaya adokni pilak sorkari college-rangon chatro chatrirangna uniform-rangko abachengatchina gita adok sorkari, geetaniko onangaha. Ia college-rango poraienggipa chatro chatrirangni gisepo dingtangteani dongjana gita aro kucholsan onganiko mesokna gita sorkarini jaku deaniba ongenga. Iani bidingo adokni Education department, reanggipa June 24 tarikon uiataniko onmanaha aro department-oni uiatani gitade, adokni pilak sorkari college-rangan, antangtangni namnika gita [] The post Sorkari college-rango uniform-ko abachengatchina geeta appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Chima Apal songo Career Guidance program-ko ongata
TURA: Chief Ministers Career Guidance & Counselling Scheme-ni ningo North Garo Hills District Administration-ni dakchakanichi reanggipa Sombar salo, Career Guidance program-ko chadamberangna, Dainadubi jolo donggipa Chima Apal songo ongatangaha. Ia Career Guidance program-ko Chima Apal Matgrik Cultural & Sports Club ongataha aro ia program-o Dainadubi PHC-ni Dr Somban Sangma, Mendipathar College-ni gitcham Principal AG Momin [] The post Chima Apal songo Career Guidance program-ko ongata appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Wimbledon 2025: Siniakova shocks 5th seed Zheng; Wang Xinyu powers into Round 2
London, July 1: The Championships continued to be rocked by upsets on Day 2 as Katerina Siniakova of the Czech Republic stunned fifth seed Zheng Qinwen of China in the womens singles first round at Wimbledon on Tuesday. The Czech player advanced to the next round with a 7-5, 4-6, 6-1 win at the All-England [] The post Wimbledon 2025: Siniakova shocks 5th seed Zheng; Wang Xinyu powers into Round 2 appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Meghalaya: Man Murders Ex-Girlfriend in Public Parking Lot Amid Ongoing Threats
HT DIGITAL SHILLONG, JULY 1: In a horrific crime that has left the community in shock, a 25-year-old man is accused of killing his ex-girlfriend by slashing her throat in daylight at the Pyndengumiong parking area in Meghalayas Mairang on Monday night. The victim is identified as 27-year-old Phyrnailin Kharsyntiew. Sources say she suffered serious []
Suruchi, Saurabh win 10m pistol at national trials
Dehradun, June 30: Suruchi Inder Singh continued her remarkable form this season by winning the womens 10m pistol event while Olympian Saurabh Chaudhary took the top spot in the mens event on the final day of the National Selection Trials, here Monday. Both Suruchi and Saurabh also topped their respective qualification rounds with high scores [] The post Suruchi, Saurabh win 10m pistol at national trials appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Ayush wins US Open to claim maiden BWF World Tour title
Iowa (US), June 30: Rising shuttler Ayush Shetty notched up his first BWF World Tour title with a commanding straight-games victory over Canadas Brian Yang in the mens singles final of the US Open Super 300, ending Indias title drought this season. The 20-year-old, a 2023 junior world championships bronze winner, defeated the third seeded [] The post Ayush wins US Open to claim maiden BWF World Tour title appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Bdesh begins murder trial of student activist
Dhaka, June 30: Bangladesh on Monday commenced the murder trial of student activist Abu Sayeed, whose death during an anti-government protest last year ignited a nationwide movement leading to the ouster of the Sheikh Hasina-led Awami League regime. Sayeed, a 23-year-old student of Begum Rokeya University in Rangpur, was shot dead by police on July [] The post Bdesh begins murder trial of student activist appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Pak army chief terms terrorism in J&K as legitimate struggle
Islamabad, June 30: Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir has described terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir as a legitimate struggle, saying his country would always stand by the people of Kashmir in their struggle. Field Marshal Munir also warned India of a befitting response in case of any future attack, weeks after the two nations briefly [] The post Pak army chief terms terrorism in J&K as legitimate struggle appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Pak set new normal by giving quid pro quo plus response to Indian actions: Ishaq Dar
Islamabad, June 30: Pakistans Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Monday claimed that his country has set a new normal by giving a quid pro quo plus response to the recent Indian actions. India carried out precision strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on May 7 after the Pahalgam terror attack. Following Indian [] The post Pak set new normal by giving quid pro quo plus response to Indian actions: Ishaq Dar appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Pak, China work to establish new regional bloc: Report
Islamabad, June 30: Pakistan and China are working on a proposal to establish a new regional organisation that could potentially replace the now-defunct South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC), according to a media report on Monday. Quoting diplomatic sources familiar with the development, the Express Tribune newspaper reported that talks between Islamabad and Beijing [] The post Pak, China work to establish new regional bloc: Report appeared first on The Shillong Times .
22 killed as Israeli forces fire on crowds at food aid sites
Cairo, June 30: Israeli forces killed at least 22 people and wounded 20 others, many while attempting to get desperately needed food aid in southern Gaza on Monday, according to witnesses, hospitals, and Gazas Health Ministry. Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis said it received the bodies of 11 people who were shot while returning from [] The post 22 killed as Israeli forces fire on crowds at food aid sites appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Lapangap songo dikdiksana police camp-ko songa
SHILLONG: West Jaintia Hills ajani Block-I ningo donggipa Lapangap songo, dolgni dinggrikanirangko nikna manrongengani gimin adok sorkari, adokni manderangna naljokaniko onna aro dolgni dinggrikanirangko chelchakna temporary ba dikdiksana police camp-ko songataha ine adokni Director General of Police (DGP) Idashisha Nongrum parakataha. DGP-ni parakatani gitade, West Jaintia Hills ajani dingtang dingtang dolrangna, adokni Deputy Chief Minister [] The post Lapangap songo dikdiksana police camp-ko songa appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Delink railways from ILP demand: Shylla
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 30: United Democratic Party leader and Cabinet Minister Kyrmen Shylla, on Monday, said that the inner-line permit (ILP) would be an extra coating of insulation on the existing Land Transfer Act and the Sixth Schedule in protecting the people of Meghalaya, but the failure to achieve the demand should not [] The post Delink railways from ILP demand: Shylla appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Jilted lover slits womans throat in public in Mairang
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 30: A 27-year-old woman, Phyrnailin Kharsyntiew, tragically lost her life on Monday evening after her former boyfriend, Roberto Marngar (25), allegedly slit her throat at the Pyndengumiong parking lot in Mairang in full public view. According to police sources, the victim sustained deep penetrating injuries which cut major blood vessels [] The post Jilted lover slits womans throat in public in Mairang appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Now, guides compulsory for tourists planning outdoor activities in state
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 30: In a move prompted by the deaths of two tourists in the state, Deputy Commissioner and Chairperson of the District Tourism Promotion Society (DTPS), East Khasi Hills, Rosetta Mary Kurbah has made it mandatory for tourists to hire licensed guides for trekking and other outdoor activities in the district. [] The post Now, guides compulsory for tourists planning outdoor activities in state appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Gifted Rs 16 lakh jewellery to Sonam: Rajas brother
Vipin Raghuvanshi said that he handed over pictures of gold and silver jewellery, worth Rs 16 lakh, to the SIT which his family had gifted to Sonam during her marriage with Raja Indore, June 30: The elder brother of Raja Raghuvanshi, who was murdered while honeymooning in Meghalaya, on Monday claimed his family had gifted [] The post Gifted Rs 16 lakh jewellery to Sonam: Rajas brother appeared first on The Shillong Times .
WJH district submits report on pregnant womans death
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 30: The West Jaintia Hills district administration has submitted the report of the fact-finding committee on the death of Pynche Bareh, a pregnant woman from East Jaintia Hills Jalaphet, at the Maternity and Child Hospital (MCH) in Jowai on June 4. West Jaintia Hills Deputy Commissioner Abhinav Kumar Singh told [] The post WJH district submits report on pregnant womans death appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Hawkers resist eviction from PB
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 30: Tensions flared on Monday as hawkers and street vendors in the Khyndai Lad area of Shillong resisted an eviction drive carried out by the Shillong Municipal Board (SMB). The operation, conducted jointly by the officials of SMB, district administration and the police, targeted street vendors operating without Certificates of [] The post Hawkers resist eviction from PB appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Uniforms mandatory in state govt colleges
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 30: In a significant step towards promoting inclusivity and unity, the Meghalaya government has asked government colleges in the state to introduce uniforms for students, fulfilling requests from several colleges and their students unions. The Education Department announced the decision on June 24, stating that all colleges will institutionalise a [] The post Uniforms mandatory in state govt colleges appeared first on The Shillong Times .
CoMSO pushes back suspected infiltrators across Meghalaya
Group vows continued crackdown, especially in areas vulnerable to unchecked migration Our Bureau SHILLONG/JOWAI, June 30: In a significant anti-infiltration operation, the Confederation of Meghalaya Social Organisations (CoMSO) on Monday pushed back around 50 to 60 individuals across various parts of Meghalaya for failing to produce valid identity documents, while inspecting infiltration check posts to [] The post CoMSO pushes back suspected infiltrators across Meghalaya appeared first on The Shillong Times .
EKH court convicts man in POCSO case
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 30: The Court of Special Judge (POCSO), East Khasi Hills, has convicted one Teiboklang Wahlang of Mawngap under the POCSO Act, and sentenced him to 25 years of rigorous imprisonment while imposing a fine of Rs 50,000 for an offence punishable under Section 6 of the POCSO Act. According to [] The post EKH court convicts man in POCSO case appeared first on The Shillong Times .
BJP accuses successive regimes of eroding safeguards for tribals
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 30: The Meghalaya BJP, an ally in the MDA government, has accused successive governments of eroding tribal safeguards by allowing municipal bodies to operate in Sixth Schedule areas and ignoring commitments to restore town committees under the autonomous district councils (ADCs). State BJP vice president Bernard N. Marak recalled that [] The post BJP accuses successive regimes of eroding safeguards for tribals appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Hawkers oppose eviction drive at Shillongs Police Bazar, seek fair relocation plan
SMB begins eviction drive against street hawkers at Khyndailad sans COV
Shillong, June 30: The staff of the Shillong Municipal Board (SMB), along with officials from the district administration and police, began an eviction drive on Monday of street hawkers at Khyndailad who do not possess Certificate of Vending (COV). However, the eviction faced strong resistance from hawkers, as a large crowd gathered in protest. Some [] The post SMB begins eviction drive against street hawkers at Khyndailad sans COV appeared first on The Shillong Times .
