Ri Bhoi ajao LPG bottling plant-ko rikani 80% matchotaha
SHILLONG: Ri Bhoi ajao kulina sienggipa LPG bottling plant-ko rikani kamrang matchotangengahani gimin adoko manderangni LPG-na chagrongna nangenggipa nengnikanirangko bakan namatna mannaba dongaha. Kobor ontimgiparangni uiatani gitade, Ri Bhoi ajani ICAR complex sambao LPG bottling plant-ko rikani kamrang dao 80 percent-ni gita matchotmanaha aro ia karkanako March jani gisepon matchotna kadongenga. Indake onggenchimoba, ia karkanako []
Padma award for living root bridge guardian Hally War
Our Bureau SHILLONG/GUWAHATI, Jan 25: The President of India has approved the conferment of the Padma Shri Award 2026 to Hally War from Siej village, Sohra, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to social work, environmental conservation, and the preservation of indigenous traditions. Hally Wars extraordinary journey stands out as a powerful example of how []
KSU warns locals against aiding Bdeshi infiltrators
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 25: The Khasi Students Union (KSU) on Sunday issued a stern warning to residents in border areas, cautioning them against facilitating the illegal entry of Bangladeshi nationals into Meghalaya. The organisation expressed grave concern over reports indicating that some local individuals are actively assisting cross-border infiltrators. KSU president Lambokstarwell Marngar []
KSU asks govt to come clean on ILP-like mechanism
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 25: The Khasi Students Union (KSU) on Saturday objected to Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangmas remarks regarding opposition to the state governments proposal to introduce an ILP-like mechanism in Meghalaya. The KSU stressed that no one can oppose or support the proposal without first understanding its details. Speaking to reporters, []
R-Day: Security tightened across Eastern Range
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 25: Meghalaya Police has intensified security measures throughout the Eastern Range in view of the Republic Day celebrations. DIGP (Eastern Range), Shillong, VS Rathore said on Sunday that police personnel would remain vigilant throughout the night, with intensive naka checking and patrolling already underway at various locations. When asked about []
EKH bags Best Election Dist award
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 25: In recognition of the districts impressive planning and delivery in conduct of elections, East Khasi Hills has been conferred the national Best Election District award for excellence in election management and logistics. Deputy Commissioner Rosetta M Kurbah received the honour from President Droupadi Murmu at the National Voters Day []
Sanbor takes stock of Tagore cultural complex in Rilbong
Rabindranath Tagore Cultural Complex to be completed within next eight months By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 25: Arts and Culture Minister Sanbor Shullai on Friday inspected the ongoing construction of the Rabindranath Tagore Cultural Complex at Rilbong, where PWD engineers assured that the project will be completed within the next eight months. Shullai stated that []
GH-ni eching aro holdiko MNREDA-ni breanichi game gee chagiparangna namgni onga
SHILLONG: Garo Hills-o anaros, eching aro terik bagan dake chaenggipa manderangko dakchakna gita Asian Development Bank (ADB)-ni dakchake onenggipa Livelihood Enhancement Program through Renewable Energy Systems-ni ningo Meghalaya Non-Conventional & Renewable Energy Development Agency (MNREDA), mongsonggipa kamrangko abachengataha aro ia program-ni bak gita Garo Hills-o eching aro holdirangko brena abachengatanichi, game gee chagiparang namgnirangko manna []
Wildlife official-ni kosako jaku dechina Tura MP didia
SHILLONG: Silchidare gomane saknaatani gimin FIR kaa mangipa Wildlife-ni official aro gipin staff-rangni kosako nanga gita jakurangko dechina Tura-ni MP Saleng A Sangma, East Garo Hills ajani police-rangko didiataha. Sangma-ni parakatani gitade, ia aselni bidingo reanggipa bilsini December jaon, saknaatako mangipa mande, FIR kaahachim indiba daonan police-rang, matnanga mangipa manderangni kosako jakuko dekujaenga. Reanggipa December-ni []
Reliance Digital announces deals
SHILLONG, Jan 22: Reliance Digital has announced the return of its highly anticipated Digital India Sale, offering consumers significant savings on electronics and home appliances. Running from January 22 to January 26, 2026, the sale is available across all Reliance Digital and MyJio stores nationwide, as well as online. Customers can benefit from instant bank []
Devp prog for Tripura Panchayat members begins at IIM Shillong
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 21: A five-day Management Development Programme (MDP) for elected members and officials of the Rural Development (Panchayat) Department, Government of Tripura, was inaugurated on Tuesday at Indian Institute of Management Shillong (IIM Shillong) to strengthen grassroots governance and enhance administrative efficiency in rural local bodies. The programme is being organised []
Man gets 25-year RI for minors sexual assault
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 21: The Court of Special Judge (POCSO), East Jaintia Hills, has sentenced Kmenlang Sana, alias Lang Sana, to 25 years of rigorous imprisonment for sexual assault of a minor. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 30,000 on the convict. According to a statement here, the case originated in []
PM praises Meghalayas role in national progress
MEGHALAYA marks 54 years of autonomy Our Bureau NEW DELHI/SHILLONG, Jan 21: As Meghalaya marked 54 years of its hard-won autonomy from Assam, the states political and bureaucratic elite gathered in the National Capital to showcase its cultural soft power to New Delhis policy-shapers, even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi underscored the states growing role []
Secretariat looks deserted as state machinery camps in Baghmara
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 21: The Secretariat wore a largely deserted look on Wednesday as most of the states political leadership and senior bureaucracy were in Baghmara to attend the 54th Meghalaya Day celebrations. With the entire state machinery camping in South Garo Hills for the state-level function, the Secretariatoften described as the power []
Mlaya woman rescued from flesh trade in Delhi
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 21: A woman from Meghalaya, trafficked to New Delhi on the pretext of a job but pressured into the flesh trade, was rescued by the Khasi Students Union (KSU) Delhi Unit with the help of Delhi Police on Wednesday morning. The KSUs Delhi Unit launched the rescue operation after receiving []
BJP delegation takes up land hurdles with Rajnath Singh
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 21: A BJP delegation led by cabinet minister Sanbor Shullai and state party president Rikman G Momin met Union defence minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi seeking an early resolution of the long-pending relocation of the Dalit Sikh community from Them Iew Mawlong to the Cantonment area. Shullai, who represents []
Relocation of hawkers from city stretch evokes mixed reactions
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 21: The Shillong Municipal Board (SMB) on Wednesday relocated hawkers operating in the Civil Hospital area to the Public Works Department (PWD) premises at Barik, triggering mixed reactions among them. While a section of them was worried that the relocation could affect their business initially, many others said they were []
Guv recalls Hill State Movement, pays homage to freedom fighters of Mlaya
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 21: Meghalaya Governor CH Vijayashankar on Wednesday recalled the inspiring Hill State Movement and paid rich tribute to the freedom fighters of Meghalaya who fought for justice, self-respect and democratic rights. Addressing the gathering at the Durbar Hall of Lok Bhavan to mark the Foundation Day of Meghalaya, Manipur, Tripura, []
Northeast football gets major boost with new professional league
By Our Reporter Shillong, Jan 20: A major landmark for football in the North East was reached on Tuesday with the signing of a Deed of Contract between the State Football Associations of the region and Japan-based company Bestserv Inc. for the launch of the Northeast Football League. The agreement was formalised at a signing []
Mlaya to field 12 athletes at National Cross Country Cships
By Our Reporter Shillong, Jan 20: The Meghalaya Athletics Association (MAA) has announced a 12-member contingent to represent the state at the 60th National Cross Country Athletics Championship, scheduled to be held in Ranchi, Jharkhand, on January 24, 2026. The squad comprises six men and six women athletes, most of whom are currently part of []
Sorkarini ragatgipa Community Integrated Skill Learning-ko Congress rachaka
SHILLONG: Skulrango class VI-oni class X-ona Meghalaya Cabinet-ni ragatgipa Community Integrated Skill Learning-ko Mongolbar salo, adokni Congress dolba rachakangaha indiba lekka poraniko pilakni gitan namdapatchina sorkariko didiangskaaha. Iani bidingo kobor ratimgipa manderang baksa agangrikengon, poraia dontonggimin pilak chatro chatrirangkon, matric sepiltaina cholko onna gita sorkarini chol onaniko Congress dolni dilgipa Manuel Badwar-ba rachakangaha aro lekka []
VPP: Modified version of ILP misleading
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 20: VPP Supremo Ardent M Basaiawmoit on Tuesday said the people have been misled through what he described as a modified version of the Inner Line Permit (ILP), followed by the introduction of the Meghalaya Residents Safety and Security Act (MRSSA), and now the implementation of the Immigrants & Foreigners []
MCA chief sets stadium push as top priority for Mlaya Cricket
By Our Reporter Shillong, Jan 19: Newly elected Meghalaya Cricket Association (MCA) president James PK Sangma has declared that building a dedicated cricket stadium in the State will be his administrations top priority, arguing that world-class facilities are essential if Meghalaya is to elevate its standing in Indian cricket and host major matches in the []
MCA names squad for Senior Womens One Day Trophy
By Our Reporter Shillong, Jan 19: A 15-member squad was named on Monday by the Meghalaya Cricket Associations senior womens selection committee for the BCCIs Senior Women One Day Trophy 2025-26 plate group, which will be held next month. The team will be captained by stalwart Debasmita Dutta, with Monica Lyngdoh Phawa as the vice-captain. []
5th District League T20 Cricket Tournament returns in February
By Our Reporter Shillong, Jan 19: Sohra is set to host one of the regions most eagerly awaited grassroots cricket competitions, as the East Khasi Hills Cricket Association announced the return of the 5th District League T20 Cricket Tournament. The annual event, which showcases emerging cricket talent from across the district, will begin in the []
Niam gri bikotgipa koelarangko CIL-ni depot-rangona salchina geeta
SHILLONG: Niam gri bikotgimin koelarangko sandie manani jaman adokni bangbata koela adamrangon bikotgimin koelarang gimaroroenga ine nikahani gimin East Jaintia Hills ajao niam gri bikotgimin metric ton lak 1.43 koelarangko Coal India Limited (CIL)-ni dongimin depot-rangona salatchina Meghalaya High Court-ni songe ongipa Justice (Retd) BP Katakey-ni committee, District Administration-na geetaniko onataha. Garuda-ni drone-rangchi amsandie mangipa []
ILP gita dakgipa niamchi adokni manderangko togina manjawa: Tura MP
SHILLONG: Gital ragatgipa Immigration & Foreigners Act-o Inner Line Permit (ILP) gita dakgipa niamko ragatna sorkari miksongengon, Meghalaya adokna ILP gita dakgipa niamkode nangja ine Tura-ni Congress MP Saleng A Sangma-ba parakataha. ILP gita dakgipa niamni gimin aganengon, nasimang Meghalaya adokni manderangko togina manjawa, ine Sangma aganaha. Adokona niam gri napsrukbaenggipa manderangko champengna gita Meghalaya []
Between a Mall and a Church: How Different Are They?
Editor, I am writing in response to Mr. Toki Blahs impassioned letter regarding the rumoured dismantling of the English Service Church at Police Bazar. While Mr. Blah begins with a disclaimer that his fears are based on hearsay, history in Shillong has taught us that rumours of demolition are often just the prelude to the []
Kamrangko dakrongbewalo ongaigija nambate chusokatchina CM didia
SHILLONG: Sorkarini kamrangko kaanio, antangtangni dakrongbewalosan ongaigija, manderangni janggi tanganiko namdapatna gitasa gisik onbate kam kachina dingtang dingtang department-rangko adokni Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma didiangaha. Chief Minister-ni aganani gitade, sorkari department-rang pilakan apsan nisan ba miksonganiko chusokatna kam kaengoba, dingtang dingtang ongesa kamko karongengani gimin kamrangko chusokatna krenganio kucholsan ongani dongjaenga. Adokni namroro silroroanina []
Noted evangelist passes away in city; condolences pour in
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 17: Renowned Christian minister and evangelist from Northeast India, Rev. Dr. Rieweh Robert Cunville, passed away at NEIGRIHMS on Saturday morning at around 7.30 am following a brief illness. He was 86. Rev. Dr. Cunville is survived by his wife, Carol Rani and their two children. He was the son []
In a first, Bengal Fox recorded in Mlaya
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 17: Researchers have captured the first photographic evidence of the Bengal Fox (Vulpes bengalensis) in Meghalaya, marking a significant addition to the states documented biodiversity. According to a statement here, the discovery was made within Balpakram National Park in the South Garo Hills December 1, 2025, at 8:30 pm, a []
Shullai inspects Rs 11 cr devp works in Raid Laban
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 17: South Shillong MLA and Cabinet Minister Sanbor Shullai on Friday inspected development works worth over Rs 11 crore, including the widening of the road at Raid Laban and the construction of a football ground. Officials from the Public Works Department (PWD), Sports Department and Water Resources department were present []
Shillong Med College hosts workshop on Indias AI strategy for healthcare
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 17: A regional multi-stakeholder convergence workshop on developing Indias Strategy for Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare (SAHI) was held here on Saturday. The workshop, which was hosted by Shillong Medical College under the aegis of the Health department, formed part of a national consultation process led by the National Health Authority []
Theft Chairman of Mathura Compound Durga Puja Committee, Jhalupara, Shillong, lodged a complaint that on January 6, unknown miscreant(s) damaged the donation box and stole cash amounting to Rs. 80,000 from Mathura Compound Durga Puja Committee, Jhalupara, Shillong. Sapna Das lodged a complaint that on January 7 evening, unknown miscreant(s) stole LPG cylinder, pipes, etc., []
Tympang club marks 125 years as Jowais oldest urban locality
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 17: One of Jowai towns oldest institutions, Tympang Club, on Friday marked a historic milestone as it celebrated 125 years since its establishment in 1901, reaffirming its place as the towns first club and a nucleus of civic life in the Jaintia Hills. Often described as the earliest urban hub []
Meghalaya advances statewide CCTV rollout, first phase nears completion
SHILLONG, Jan 16: The Meghalaya government has made substantial progress with its statewide CCTV surveillance programme, with a majority of cameras under the first phase already installed. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma indicated that of the initial batch, 227 CCTV cameras have been installed, accounting for roughly 70 to 80 per cent of the planned []
States Aapda Mitra volunteer invited as special guest for R-Day celebrations in Delhi
SHILLONG, Jan 16: In what can be deemed a proud moment for Meghalaya, Iarisha Kharbhoi, an Aapda Mitra volunteer from East Khasi Hills district, has been invited as a special guest to attend the Republic Day Celebration 2026 in New Delhi, in recognition of her exemplary service in the field of disaster management. A trained []
Meghalaya recognised as leader in States Startup Ecosystem Ranking
SHILLONG, Jan 16: Meghalaya has been recognised as a Leader for its efforts in building a robust and vibrant startup ecosystem during the National Startup Day celebration held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, on Friday. During the programme, Meghalaya was also conferred a Certificate of Appreciation under the States Startup Ecosystem Ranking (5th Edition). The []
Mlaya issues new SOP for foreign travel by govt staff
SHILLONG, Jan 16: The state government has introduced a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to streamline the process of granting permission to government employees for private foreign travel. While prior permission remains mandatory, the new SOP aims to ensure a uniform, transparent and time-bound procedure for issuing No Objection Certificates (NOC) while safeguarding administrative and security []
Cabinet approves extension and re-engagement of senior officials
SHILLONG, Jan 17: The Meghalaya Cabinet on Friday approved proposals to extend the services of a senior government official and re-engage retired officers serving in various capacities, citing the need for continuity amid ongoing projects and administrative responsibilities. Speaking to reporters after the Cabinet meeting, Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma said the Cabinet approved a []
Lekka porako manchape dingtang dingtang niamrangko Cabinet rachakanga
SHILLONG: Gittamgipa changna Cabinet Retreat-ko Sukrobar salo, Mawkasiang-o ongatangaha aro ia tomanio, Class VI-oni Class X-ona Community-Integrated Skill Learning (CISL)-ko abachengatna aro Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) porikkao private candidate-rangko sena onna gita gital niam baksana dingtang dingtang kamrangkoba Cabinet rachakangaha. Skulrango CISL-ko abachengatani gimin talataniko onangengon, dao dipet Health & Physical Education-ko Class VI-oni []
Reservation Policy-ni report-ko Budget Session-o chanchirimgen: CM
SHILLONG: Meghalaya Legislative Assembly-ni budget session-ko rebaenggipa February 16 tarikoni 27 tarikona ongatna manchisoengani gimin State Reservation Policy (SRP)-ni bidingo expert committee-ni ongipa report-ko budget session-ona raange chanchirimgen ine Sukrobar salo, adokni Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma parakataha. Sukrobar salo, Cabinet Retreat-ko ongatani jaman kobor ratimgipa manderang baksa agangrikengon, Reservation Policy-ni bidingo expert committee-ni ongipa []
CM Connect-ni bidingo Conrad-ko Tura MP matnanga
SHILLONG: Ia sal somoirango CM Connect program-ko ongate, adokni Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma, ranggitik adokni manderangko gronge agangrikrongengani gimin Tura-ni MP Saleng A Sangma matnangataha. Iani bidingo kobor ratimgipa manderang baksa agangrikengon, CM Connect program-ni miksonganiara namachim indiba daosa maini gimin ua ranggitik adokni manderangko gronge agangrikna somoi raskaenga ine Saleng singdoataha. Batanggimin bilsi []
Unacceptable: CM breaks silence on HNLC threat to VPP supremo
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 15: The state government on Thursday described the reported threat issued by the banned Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) against Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit, president of the Voice of the People Party (VPP), as a serious matter and made it clear that intimidation of any individual is unacceptable, regardless of status. []
Railway issue: Conrad says dialogue only way forward
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 15: With the railway issue continuing to divide opinion, the state government on Thursday said sustained dialogue, not confrontation, is the only way forward. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma reiterated that his stand on rail connectivity has remained consistent. I am very clear on the railways. Once we have dialogue []
Metal contamination in imported fish: Meghalaya awaits lab results
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 15: The Commissionerate of Food Safety, Meghalaya, is awaiting test results from fish samples imported from Assam to check for heavy metals, especially lead, exceeding safe limits. This follows a recent DownToEarth report revealing unsafe lead levels in several fish species sold in Guwahati markets. Samples collected from markets across []
Govt launches module to digitise pension process
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 15: An Online Pension Application Module aimed at digitising Meghalayas pension process was launched by the Office of the Principal Accountant General (A&E), Meghalaya, on Thursday. The new module is integrated with the existing e-Pension portal. It was inaugurated by Principal Accountant General L Hangsing in the presence of Finance []
Shillong MMA fighters shine at DFL MMA Nationals in Guwahati
By Our Reporter Shillong, Jan 12: Mixed Martial Arts fighters from Shillong delivered at the DFL MMA National Tournament, held in Guwahati on January 10 and 11, bringing home top honours and reaffirming Meghalayas growing presence on the national MMA stage. In the female Atomweight category, Ribhalang Sun emerged victorious, capturing the Atomweight Title Belt. []
Tura Medical College-ko PPP mode-o onggija sorkarian chalaignok: Health Minister
SHILLONG: Tura Medical College-ko abachengo sorkarini manchisogimin gita Public-Private Partnership (PPP) mode-o chalaijawaha aro ia medical college-ko sorkarian chalaignok ine Budbar salo, adokni Health Minister Wailadmiki Shylla, gisik raattaianiko onangaha. Iani bidingo kobor ratimgipa manderang baksa agangrikengon, Tura Medical College-ko chinga sorkari college daken chalaina tik kaaha aro ia medical college-ko PPP mode-o chalaina manchianikode []
SRP-ni Expert Committee report-ko tarake parakchina HYC dabia
SHILLONG: Meghalaya State Reservation Policy (SRP)-ni bidingo Expert Committee-ni kupattie ongipa report-ko parakgija donchipanichi jamande dingtang dingtang jatrangni gisepo dingchaogrikanirang ongkatani chol donga ine Hynniewtrep Youth Council (HYC) mikrakataniko onangenba, ia report-ko taraken jinmana parakchina adok sorkariko didiangaha. HYC-ni president Roy Kupar Synrem-ni aganani gitade, ia Reservation Policy-ara namen simsakbena nanggipa niam onga aro ian []
Devp should not come at expense of env: VPP MP
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 14: While reiterating that infrastructure growth is necessary, Shillong MP Ricky AJ Syngkon on Tuesday said development projects must not be pursued at the cost of the environment, particularly in ecologically sensitive areas, and welcomed the revised proposal for the Shillong-Silchar High Speed Corridor. Syngkon reminded that he had written []
Prog raises legal awareness on NALSAs DAWN scheme
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 14: As part of National Youth Day 2026, the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), East Khasi Hills District, in collaboration with the Meghalaya State Legal Services Authority (MSLSA), on Wednesday organised a legal awareness programme on the NALSA DAWN (Drug Awareness & Wellness Navigation For a Drug-Free India) Scheme, []
BJP sounds alert over Bangladesh unrest
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 14: With political unrest continuing in neighbouring Bangladesh and growing anxiety over Meghalayas porous international border, the Meghalaya BJP has sounded a cautionary note, saying it has activated its organisational network in border areas to keep a close watch on any suspicious movement. BJP general secretary Wankitbok Pohshna said reports []
Stakeholders urge CM to resolve NEHU crisis
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 14: Amid continuing administrative turmoil at North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU), various stakeholders on Wednesday urged the state government to take a more active and visible role in resolving the prolonged crisis and restoring normalcy at the institution. Speaking to reporters after meeting Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma at his chamber, []
Shillong to host Democracy Run 2026 on Jan 25
By Our Reporter Shillong, Jan 14: Shillong will host the Democracy Run 2026 on January 25 to mark National Voters Day, with hundreds of runners expected to take part in races across three distances. The run is being organised by the Office of the Chief Electoral Officer, Government of Meghalaya, with support from the District []
Mlaya ranks 10th among smaller states in exports
Limestone, quartz, and select farm products drive the states exports, says NITI Aayog report By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 14: Meghalaya has been ranked 10th among small states, northeastern states, and Union Territories in the Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2024 released by NITI Aayog, and placed in the Challenger category, indicating moderate export readiness with []
Pending pay of 288 nurses to be released within this month
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 14: The Meghalaya government will release the pending salaries of 288 contractual staff nurses within this month, Health and Family Welfare Minister Wailadmiki Shylla announced. The nurses have not been paid for November and December, prompting the Voice of the People Party (VPP) and the Hynniewtrep Youth Council (HYC) to []
Goalgaon-o asel onganiko jakgitele sandirokchina Congress dabia
SHILLONG: Adita salrangna skang, West Garo Hills ajani Rajabala jolo donggipa Goalgaon songo, ACHIK dolni membor-rangko niam gri kam kagipa dolsa manderangni chadrapanio, ACHIK dolni membor saksa Dilseng M Sangma, janggitangko gimaatna nangahani gimin ia aselni bidingo kakketko masina manna gita jakgitele sandirokchina adokni Congress dol dabiangaha. Iandakgipa aselko champengna manjahani gimin Mongolbar salo, Meghalaya []
MDA sorkarini GHADC-ko rimgekanichi Sixth Schedule-ko bonatnasienga: Saleng
SHILLONG: Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) election-na skang, National Peoples Party (NPP)-chi dilenggipa Meghalaya Democratic Alliance (MDA) sorkari, GHADC-ko rimgekna jotton kaenganichi Sixth Schedule-ko bonatna sienga ine Tura-ni MP Saleng A Sangma matnangataha. Iani bidingo kobor ratimgipa manderang baksa agangrikengon, dao adita sal somoirangni gisepon GHADC election-ko ongatna siengahani gimin NPP-ni dilgiparang pilakan, Garo []
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Probe reveals NEHU staff died after fall during party with friends
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 13: In a development related to the death of Bipul Inghi, the East Khasi Hills Police on Tuesday stated that preliminary investigations reveal that the deceased fell inside a room during a party with his friends on the evening of January 6. East Khasi Hills Superintendent of Police (SP) Vivek []
37-yr-old Madan Laban resident reported missing
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 13: East Khasi Hills Police have issued a missing person alert for 37-year-old Pat Garrett Marbaniang, a resident of Madan Laban, who has been missing since December 29, 2025. Marbaniang, the son of Pamela Marbaniang, went missing from his residence. A formal case has been registered at Laban Police Station. []
MTC decision to discontinue bus services for students riles HYC
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 13: The Hynniewtrep Youth Council (HYC) on Tuesday strongly condemned the decision of the Meghalaya Transport Corporation (MTC) to discontinue bus services for students with effect from April 1, terming the move regressive, insensitive and anti-student. In a statement, HYC president Roy Kupar Synrem said the abrupt withdrawal of student []
Knowledge of local language must for all posts under DSC
SHILLONG, Jan 13: The Meghalaya government said knowledge of the local language is mandatory for recruitment to all posts under the District Selection Committee. Personnel department Commissioner and Secretary CVD Diengdoh on Tuesday said the decision follows an office memorandum issued earlier and makes it compulsory for candidates to clear a qualifying paper in the []
Rotary Egg Bank launches livelihood initiative in Shillong
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 13: The Rotary Egg Bank has launched a new livelihood initiative, Egg & Chicken Push Carts, in Shillong to provide self-employment opportunities for unemployed youth. The project was unveiled during the 32nd District Conference of Rotary District 3240, PRATIDHWANI, in the presence of Rotary International Representative PDG Rotarian Nagesh and []
Martial arts associations to hold joint AGM
By Our Reporter Shillong, Jan 12: A joint Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Association of Taekwondo Martial Arts (ATMA), All Meghalaya Martial Arts & Kick Boxing Association (AMMAKBA), and the Meghalaya Sepak Takraw Association (MSTA) is scheduled for January 18, 2026, at 2:00 pm at the Nangkiew Building, Polo. The meeting will take place []
Meghalaya all set to host 4th NE kickboxing championship
By Our Reporter Shillong, Jan 12: After a gap of more than seven years, the 4th Edition of the North East Kickboxing Championship is set to return, with the All Meghalaya Kickboxing Association hosting the prestigious regional event from January 29 to 31 at the Meghalaya Bharat Scouts and Guides premises. The championship will be []
Govt allowing illegal activities to flourish: Saleng on activists death
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 12: Tura MP Saleng Sangma on Monday lambasted the state government for allegedly allowing illegal activities to flourish under its nose. He made the statement in the context of the recent killing of ACHIK member Dilseng Sangma in an incident connected to the mushrooming of illegal stone quarries in Garo []
Rymbui assures more STEMS buses in city for schoolchildren
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 12: Education Minister Lahkmen Rymbui on Monday said that the government will increase the number of STEMS buses for school-going children in the years to come. He said this would depend on how helpful STEMS proves to be. However, the Meghalaya Transport Corporation (MTC) has decided to discontinue its decades-old []
Help restore stability at NEHU: NEHUSU, KSU urge Governor
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 12: Members of the North-Eastern Hill University Students Union (NEHUSU) and the Khasi Students Union (KSU), NEHU Unit, on Monday met Meghalaya Governor C.H. Vijayashankar. They expressed concern over the prolonged non-disclosure of an inquiry report by the Union Ministry of Education, saying it has fuelled uncertainty and unrest at []
Adoko bostu salgipa rel garirangko nangenga: Pala
SHILLONG: Meghalaya adoko bostu salgipa rel garirang dongkujani aselsa nangchongmotgipa bosturangni dam rakbatenga ine Meghalaya Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC)-ni president Vincent Pala parakatenba, adokona bostu salgipa rel garirangko rabana nangchongmotenga ine aganaha. Bostu salgipa rel garirang dongkujani aselan manderang, bosturangko bree chaanio nengnikanirangko chagrongna nangenga ine janapatengon, Guwahati-oni Silchar-ona bostu salruragipa truck garirang, niam gri []
BJP bats for permanent closure of illegal mining
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 11: In the wake of the murder of an activist during an inspection of an illegal stone quarry site in West Garo Hills, the State BJP has called for permanent closure of all unlawful mining activities, stressing that decisive action is needed to prevent further human tragedies, while also seeking []
MTC move to withdraw school bus services irks parents
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 11: The Meghalaya Transport Corporations (MTC) sudden decision to discontinue its school bus services from April 1 has sparked resentment among parents in Shillong and its adjoining areas who have long relied on the service to send their children to school. They described the move as shocking and insensitive, stating []
Rebellion brewing in state over delay in making quota policy report public
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 11: While the Meghalaya government claims it is lost in the punctuation of a 200-kilogram report, the state is rapidly losing its patience, as the six-month delay in reviewing the State Reservation Policy threatens to reignite street agitations and fracture the ruling alliance. The demand for disclosure of the report []
Group reminds JHADC CEM of assurance on legal recognition of matrilineal clans
SHILLONG, Jan 9: The Dorbar ki Waheh Kur Ri Jaitia (DWKRJ) on Friday reminded the Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Jaintia Hills Autonomous District Council (JHADC), Thmor Shiwat, of his earlier assurance to legally recognise clans that trace lineage through the mother, including clan heads, organisations and clan dorbars. In a letter addressed to []
NEC releases Rs 13.45 crore for devp initiatives in Meghalaya
SHILLONG, Jan 9: In a significant boost to development initiatives in Meghalaya, the North Eastern Council (NEC) has sanctioned and released Rs 13.45 crore for a range of projects aimed at strengthening tourism infrastructure, preserving cultural heritage, improving connectivity and enhancing educational facilities across the state. The funding covers multiple sectors and is expected to []
Noted Indian MMA fighter to visit Shillong for two-day event
SHILLONG, Jan 9: Indias celebrated Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighter, Anshul Jubli, is set to visit Shillong for a special two-day event organised by IDM Fitness & Fight Club, marking a significant moment for the regions growing combat sports and fitness community. The event will begin on January 16 with an exclusive MMA seminar at []
Edn minister admits to challenge in NEP implementation in Mlaya
SHILLONG, Jan 9: Education Minister Lahkmen Rymbui said that while the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 has been implemented across India, including Meghalaya, its execution remains a complex and ongoing process. Responding to criticism from political parties and academic circles, Rymbui said implementation of such a wide-ranging reform is never simple, as every decision has []
Man, who went missing en route Bluru, found hospitalised in TN
SHILLONG, Jan 9: Chaltbha Muksor of Lad Rymbai (Dong Pohktieh) in East Jaintia Hills district, who had gone missing while travelling to Bengaluru in search of employment, has been traced and found hospitalised at Government Medical College and Hospital in Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu. The KSU Bengaluru Unit received information from the police on Thursday at []
ICAR Umiam celebrates 51st Foundation Day
SHILLONG, Jan 9: The ICAR Research Complex for North Eastern Hill Region, Umiam, celebrated its 51st Foundation Day on Friday, bringing together over 200 farmers, scientists and officials at the MS Swaminathan Hall. The event featured exhibition stalls displaying innovative technologies and farmer-centric initiatives. During the programme, Director of ICARRC NEH, Dr. S Hazarika, highlighted []
NEP 2020-ko gimikon ragatjok indiba rabiani dongkua: Rymbui
SHILLONG: Meghalaya adokko manchape, Indiani pilak adokrangon National Education Policy (NEP) 2020-ko ragattokaha indake onggenchimoba iako ragatanio aditan rabiani gnanggipa kamrangko chagrongengkua ine Education Minister Lahkmen Rymbui aganaha. Political party-rangni aroba academic-rangni matnanganirangna aganchakengon, iandakgipa apalgipa abakurangko ragatengon, ia altugipa kamde ongja maina iano banga stakeholder-rangni chanchianirangkon chaprinaha ine aganaha. Mamong aro adok sorkarirang iako []
Bdesh-o sosojengjeng onganichi adokna nangchakeaniko rabaa: Rymbui
SHILLONG: Bangladesh asongo sosojengjeng onganiko namatchipna manjaengani gimin, mongsongbate dao February jaon election-ko ongatna siengani gimin Meghalaya adokna nangchakeanirangko rabanaba gnang ine Sukrobar salo, adokni Cabinet Minister aro United Democratic Party (UDP)-ni dilgipa Lahkmen Rymbui parakataha. Bangladesh asongo tomtomani sokbapilchina chinga nangnikenga. Chinga kadonga Bangladesh asongni gital sorkari, asong damgnini simarango tomtomaniko rabana kam kagen, []
HNLC-ni kamikkenatanina sorkariko VPP singdoa
SHILLONG: Voice of the Peoples Party (VPP)-ko dilenggipa manderangna Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) bobil dolni kamikkenatanina maming aganchakanirangko onjaengani gimin adok sorkariko singdoataha. VPP-ni dilgiparangna HNLC bobil dolni kamikkenatanirangko onani bidingo maming aganchakaniko onjaengani gimin adok sorkariko singdoatengon, Sorkari aro bobil dolni gisepo mai bak donga anga antangde mamingkoba masija, ine VPP-na kuwattimgipa Batskhem []
SHILLONG: Electoral roll-rangko gital dake taripiltaikuja dipetde Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) election-o Tribal onggijagipa manderangni bak raaniko champengna mankujawa ine Bristibar salo, National Peoples Party (NPP) talataniko onangaha. Adokni Cabinet Minister aro NPP MLA Timothy D Shira-ni parakatani gitade, Autonomous District Council (ADC)-rangara, Tribal jatrangni namroro silroroanina aro Tribal-rangni daka rikanirangko chelchakna ongimin []
NPP failed in running GHADC, says Pala
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 8: Meghalaya Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) president, Vincent Pala, has said that the NPP has failed on all fronts, including in running the GHADC. The Congress chief on Thursday said that the NPP has been trying to reduce the powers of the Autonomous District Councils (ADCs) and is also attempting []
Centre approves Rs 70 cr for road, bridge project in East Jaintia Hills
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 8: The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) has sanctioned Rs 70.14 crore for the project Construction of road from Shkentalang (NH-206) to Lumshyrmit, including a major bridge over the Myntdu River for connectivity to NH-6 at Kongong (Length: 18.64 km) under the NESIDS (Roads) scheme. Informing this, []
Over 300 vehicles penalised for tinted glass in EKH
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 8: In an intensified crackdown, more than 300 vehicles have penalised in recent months for violating the ban on tinted or black glass in East Khasi Hills, with Rs 2.64 lakh realised in fines. East Khasi Hills Superintendent of Police Vivek Syiem, on Thursday, said that special enforcement drives are []
Mining dept directs EJH DC to probe dynamite blast
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 8: The Mining and Geology Department has directed the East Jaintia Hills Deputy Commissioner to conduct an inquiry into the reported death of two persons in a dynamite blast recently. The blast was triggered to break rocks for coal extraction at an illegal mine at Thangsko village in the district. []
Tourism growth: Call for new set of rural building bye-laws
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 8: Centre Point Group Enterprise Managing Director Larsing M. Sawyan has stressed that the Meghalaya government should urgently introduce a separate and comprehensive set of rural building bye-laws to protect the states natural landscapes for sustainable tourism growth. Speaking on the future of tourism in Meghalaya, Sawyan said unregulated construction []
SBI Shillong Branch to host centenary celebration
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 8: State Bank of India (SBI) Shillong Branch will be celebrating 100 years of continuous banking service, marking a significant milestone in its contribution to the economic and social development of the region. As part of the centenary celebration, the branch will organise a special programme at the Soso Tham []
