Meghalaya: Garo Hills gets first public NICU
Digital Desk | Shillong, Sep 21 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Monday inaugurated the extension of the District Maternity and Child Hospital in Tura, increasing the facilitys total capacity to 150 beds with the addition of a new 50-bed wing. The expanded hospital features Garo Hills first public Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), an upgraded Special Newborn Care Unit (SNCU), a dedicated oxygen plant and residential quarters for medical specialists, officials said. Speaking at the inauguration, Sangma said the expansion would improve access to timely and specialised maternal and newborn healthcare for people across the Garo Hills region, reducing the need for patients to travel outside the area for treatment. The expansion of the Tura facility will strengthen our capacity to provide specialised care to mothers and newborns and ensure that people can access quality healthcare closer to home, he stated. Sangma highlighted improvements in Meghalayas maternal health indicators, noting that maternal deaths in the state had declined by more than half over five years, from 244 to 107. He said the expanded hospital would further strengthen the states ability to provide specialised healthcare services for mothers and newborns. The facility has also been aligned with the state governments Mission 1,000 Days, an initiative focused on maternal health, nutrition and child development from pregnancy through the first two years of a childs life. The Chief Minister said the project marked another step towards improving healthcare infrastructure in Garo Hills and complemented ongoing efforts to enhance connectivity, infrastructure, livelihoods and opportunities for residents. He dedicated the expanded facility to the people of Garo Hills, describing it as an important addition to Meghalayas public healthcare infrastructure. The new facilities are expected to support the delivery of specialised neonatal and maternal care while strengthening the regions healthcare capacity. The inauguration comes as the state government continues to focus on improving healthcare services and infrastructure, particularly for mothers and children. The addition of the NICU, upgraded newborn care facilities and specialist accommodation is intended to improve the availability of critical healthcare services within the region.
Meghalaya Minister Marcuise N Marak Stresses Watershed Development For Sustainable Livelihoods
Shillong, Sep 21: Meghalaya PHE Minister Marcuise N Marak attended the two-day brainstorming workshop on PMKSY-WDC 2.0 at the State Convention Centre in Shillong, organised by the Meghalaya State Watershed & Wasteland Development Agency. The workshop was held under the theme Experience Sharing, Learning & Way Forward. Addressing the gathering, Marak said watershed development is... The post Meghalaya Minister Marcuise N Marak Stresses Watershed Development For Sustainable Livelihoods first appeared on Northeast Today .
The Directorate General Assam Rifles, Shillong, has invited online applications from eligible male Indian citizens for the Assam Rifles Technical and Tradesman Recruitment Rally 2026, for 354 Group C posts across 18 technical trades. Applications can be submitted at assamrifles.gov.in from 28 September 2026 to 28 October 2026, 23:59 hrs.
UDP campaigns for VGK Kynta amid internal troubles
Shillong, Sept 16: The United Democratic Party (UDP) is facing a fight for its political relevance with a large majority of its 12 MLAs seemingly set to leave the party but there is still a parliamentary by-election to be fought and yesterday it went campaigning for its candidate, VGK Kynta, in Jaintia Hills. Kynta was [] The post UDP campaigns for VGK Kynta amid internal troubles first appeared on Highland Post .
Shillong, Sep 20: The Hynniewtrep Youths Council (HYC) has questioned whether authorities are serious enough in keeping a check on illegal migration from Bangladesh after it emerged a few days ago that 27 Bangladeshis had entered the state through Dawki and then crossed into Assam before being arrested there. The pressure group demanded that surveillance [] The post HYC questions how 27 Bdesh migrants could cross Meghalaya undetected first appeared on Highland Post .
Ardent questions benefits of BJP to State
Shillong, Sep 20: On the reported move of certain MLAs of the United Democratic Party (UDP) to merge with the BJP, Voice of the People Party (VPP) president and Nongkrem MLA Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit has not directly commented on the issue but asked what the saffron party wants from Meghalaya in return. The rebel UDP [] The post Ardent questions benefits of BJP to State first appeared on Highland Post .
Garos in Khasi Hills ask for DSC language provision
Shillong, Sep 20: The District Selection Committee (DSC) language provision has triggered discontent among certain Garo residents in Khasi Hills, with community bodies on Saturday demanding that both Garo and Khasi be offered as options for candidates in the region. More than 2,000 people gathered at Sildubi Mini Playground at Mallangkona in West Khasi Hills [] The post Garos in Khasi Hills ask for DSC language provision first appeared on Highland Post .
Vivanta Shillong morphs Sohra waterfall into head of Ganesh; removes post after furore
Shillong, Sep 20: Five-star hotel Vivanta Shillong got itself into a bit of a controversy today over a social media post celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi. The hotel chain had morphed an image of a Sohra waterfall into the head and trunk of an elephant, the animal associated with Ganesh. A Celebration of New Beginnings, the post [] The post Vivanta Shillong morphs Sohra waterfall into head of Ganesh; removes post after furore first appeared on Highland Post .
Overcrowded Jowai Civil Hospital to be expanded
Shillong, Sep 20: Patients having to resort to lying in verandahs and corridors of Jowai Civil Hospital at Ialong due to a shortage in beds may soon get relief, as the Meghalaya government has decided to double the hospitals capacity from 100 to 200 beds. Health Minister Wailadmiki Shylla announced the decision during an interaction [] The post Overcrowded Jowai Civil Hospital to be expanded first appeared on Highland Post .
Youth Congress felicitates new WJH leaders
Shillong, Sep 20: The Meghalaya Pradesh Youth Congress (MPYC) felicitated the newly appointed office bearers of the West Jaintia Hills District Youth Congress in Jowai. The programme was held in the presence of MPCC president Vincent H Pala. The newly constituted DYC will function under the leadership of Rishot Thubru as president. The programme was [] The post Youth Congress felicitates new WJH leaders first appeared on Highland Post .
Jowai shoolgirls receive self-defence training
Shillong, Sep 20: As many as 134 girl students of Jowai Presbyterian Higher Secondary School completed a five-day self-defence training aimed at boosting safety and self-confidence among girls. The training, organised by the District Hub for Empowerment of Women (DHEW), Social Welfare Department, West Jaintia Hills in collaboration with Happy Red Rooster, Shillong, was held [] The post Jowai shoolgirls receive self-defence training first appeared on Highland Post .
Phlangdiloin demands blacktopping
Shillong, Sep 20: A public meeting held at Phlangdiloin village, around 50km from Mawkyrwat, recently demanded immediate blacktopping of the Wahkaji-Phlangdiloin-Langpa road and connectivity between the Phlangdiloin and Ranikor areas. The meeting, attended by hundreds of residents including traditional heads and prominent leaders of the area, set a six-month ultimatum to the state government to [] The post Phlangdiloin demands blacktopping first appeared on Highland Post .
Push to preserve Koch language
Shillong, Sep 20: A push to preserve the endangered Koch language brought linguists and native speakers together at a two-day workshop held at Ghasura Gaon in South West Garo Hills on September 19-20. Funded by the Foundation for Endangered Languages (FEL), the workshop on Documentation and Archiving of Koch Language was organised by project director [] The post Push to preserve Koch language first appeared on Highland Post .
NEHU asst prof gets Abdul Kalam Foundation award
Shillong, Sep 20: The Shillong unit of the Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Foundation organised an awards ceremony on September 19 to commemorate the 11th death anniversary of the former President of India and renowned scientist, who died in Shillong in July 2015. On the occasion, Alok Singh, Assistant Professor in the Department of Hindi at [] The post NEHU asst prof gets Abdul Kalam Foundation award first appeared on Highland Post .
127 young recruits step into public service at Shillong Rozgar Mela
Rozgar Mela-o sak 127 chadamberangna Appointment Letter-ko suala
Shillong: Chang 20-gipa Rozgar Mela-ko Sonibar salo Shillong-ko mangope asongni dingtang dingtang dam 45 biaprango ongatange sorkarini dingtang dingtang post-rangna king 51,0000 appointment letter-rangko chadamberangna suale onangaha. Ia chang 20-gipa mela-o sualgipa appointment letter-ko chanede chugimik lak 12.75 letter-rangko asongni chadamberangna sualaha. Shillong-o programko State Convention Centre-o ongataha, jeon Union Minister of State for External []
Assam dominate NE Badminton Championship
Shillong, Sep 19: Assam dominated the Yonex Sunrise North East Zone Inter-State Badminton Championship 2026, winning five of the 10 individual titles at the JN Indoor Stadium here on Saturday. Mizoram and Manipur claimed two titles each, while Arunachal Pradesh won one. Assam had earlier swept all four team titles in the mens, womens, U-19 []
Shillong hosts 13th Inter-College Karate C
SHILLONG, Sep 19: The 13th edition of the Inter-College Karate Tournament 2026 is scheduled to take place on September 26, 2026, at the Shillong College Indoor Sports Infrastructure. The state-level collegiate tournament is being organized by the All Meghalaya Karate-Do Association (AMKA) in collaboration with the Sports Development Cell of Shillong College. The sporting event []
MDA Govt creating groupism among officers: VPP
Shillong, Sep 19: Voice of the People Party (VPP) president Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit on Saturday accused the NPP-led Meghalaya Democratic Alliance (MDA) government of creating groupism among bureaucrats, saying the state stands to lose. Any party which runs the government should not create groupism among the officers. The honest officers dont get a chance and [] The post MDA Govt creating groupism among officers: VPP first appeared on Highland Post .
VPP holds meet for LS bypoll, eyes 2028
Shillong, Sep 19: The Voice of the People Party (VPP) on Saturday held an internal meeting of its workers from 36 constituencies under Khasi-Jaintia Hills at the party office in Nongkrem to discuss strategy for the upcoming Shillong Lok Sabha bypoll. VPP president Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit said feedback from supporters across all 36 constituencies indicates [] The post VPP holds meet for LS bypoll, eyes 2028 first appeared on Highland Post .
Meghalaya: 127 Northeast Youth Receive Appointment Letters At 20th Rozgar Mela In Shillong
Shillong, Spetember 19: A total of 127 newly recruited youths from across the Northeast received appointment letters at the 20th tranche of the Rozgar Mela held at the State Convention Centre in Shillong on Saturday. Union Minister of State for External Affairs and Textiles Pabitra Margherita distributed the appointment letters to the selected candidates, who... The post Meghalaya: 127 Northeast Youth Receive Appointment Letters At 20th Rozgar Mela In Shillong first appeared on Northeast Today .
Meghalaya pitches Mission 10 growth model at finance meet
Shillong, Sep 19: Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma participated in the conference of State Finance Ministers and Finance Secretaries on the theme Financing Indias Journey towards Viksit Bharat held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The conference deliberated on strengthening public finances, innovative financing mechanisms, agriculture, energy transition, technology and measuring economic growth through Gross State [] The post Meghalaya pitches Mission 10 growth model at finance meet first appeared on Highland Post .
ASONG opposes RoW cut, NH-217 transfer to NHIDCL; demands public consultation
Shillong, Sep 19: The Achik Society for Ownership of Native Grounds (ASONG) has objected to the proposed reduction of Right of Way for the NH-217 Darugre-Baghmara-Dalu project from 24 metres to 18 metres in built-up areas and to the proposed transfer of the project to NHIDCL. In a letter to the South Garo Hills Deputy [] The post ASONG opposes RoW cut, NH-217 transfer to NHIDCL; demands public consultation first appeared on Highland Post .
Suicide prevention drive held in South Garo Hills
Shillong, Sep 19: A suicide prevention programme was organised at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Ampanggre by the District Mental Health Programme (DMHP), South Garo Hills. The interactive session busted common myths about suicide, taught students to recognise warning signs, and helped them build their own Mental Health Toolkit with healthy coping strategies for stress and difficult [] The post Suicide prevention drive held in South Garo Hills first appeared on Highland Post .
127 new recruits receive appointment letters at Rozgar Mela in Shillong
Shillong, Sep 19: Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita handed over appointment letters to 127 candidates from Meghalaya who will join Income Tax, Railways, India Post and other central departments at the Rozgar Mela held here today. The Rozgar Mela was held across 45 locations nationwide. The event, addressed by Prime Minister [] The post 127 new recruits receive appointment letters at Rozgar Mela in Shillong first appeared on Highland Post .
USTM pays musical tribute to Zubeen Garg
Shillong, Sep 19: The University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM) held a special remembrance programme at Gyan Circle on Saturday to honour legendary singer and cultural icon Zubeen Garg. USTM Chancellor Mahbubul Hoque, Pro VC Padma Shri Dr Sarbeswar Sahariah, Prof Dr A.C. Kataki, senior faculty, doctors and around 6,000 students gathered to pay [] The post USTM pays musical tribute to Zubeen Garg first appeared on Highland Post .
NE Badminton: Assam dominate, Mizoram, Manipur, Arunachal also win Gold
Shillong, Sep 19: The North East Zone Inter-State Badminton Championship 2026 came to a close at the JN Indoor Stadium here today with Assam walking away with the lions share of honours. Assam won five of the individual championship finals, with Mizoram and Manipur taking two each and Arunachal Pradesh one. On Thursday Assam had [] The post NE Badminton: Assam dominate, Mizoram, Manipur, Arunachal also win Gold first appeared on Highland Post .
Assamese Community in Shillong Observes First Zubeen Divas, Pays Tribute To Zubeen Garg
The Assamese Community of Greater Shillong observed the first Zubeen Divas at the Deba Kumar Das Memorial Hall in Lumshatsngi (Bishnupur), Shillong, on Saturday, paying tribute to legendary singer Zubeen Garg and remembering his enduring musical legacy. The programme was organised as a Shradhanjali (tribute) to honour Zubeen Gargs life and contribution to music and... The post Assamese Community in Shillong Observes First Zubeen Divas, Pays Tribute To Zubeen Garg first appeared on Northeast Today .
Meghalaya: IPS officer injured after being hit by two-wheeler at Shillong checkpoint
Guwahati: An IPS officer was seriously injured after two men on a two-wheeler allegedly rammed into him while trying to get past a police check in Shillong early Friday, September 18. Meghalaya Police have registered a case for attempted murder and taken both riders into custody. The incident occurred around 1.30 a.m. in Urkaliar, where [] The post Meghalaya: IPS officer injured after being hit by two-wheeler at Shillong checkpoint appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Built, Ready, Hidden: Animal shelter concealed from Assembly, say farmers
Shillong, Sep 18: The Hill Farmers Union (HFU) has accused the Meghalaya government of hiding the existence of a fully-constructed Animal Shelter at 22 Mile (Mer), Narang in Ri-Bhoi district. The charge comes days after the government told the Assembly during the Autumn Session that there is no checking post for animals, especially pigs entering [] The post Built, Ready, Hidden: Animal shelter concealed from Assembly, say farmers first appeared on Highland Post .
Cherry Blossom Fest to move venue again?
Shillong, Sep 18: The East Khasi Hills district administration carried out a joint inspection of the proposed venue for the upcoming Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival, with preparations and traffic management among the key issues under review. Though sources have mentioned that the festival will now be held at Kurkalang in Bhoirymbong, the venue is yet [] The post Cherry Blossom Fest to move venue again? first appeared on Highland Post .
Body says UPI transactions should remain free for merchants
Shillong, Sep 18: The All India Consumer Products Distributors Federation (AICPDF), backed by the Meghalaya Distributors Association, has voiced strong opposition to the proposed Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI transactions, warning that it will disproportionately impact small retailers, distributors, and low-margin businesses. In a letter to the Prime Minister, the federation urged the government [] The post Body says UPI transactions should remain free for merchants first appeared on Highland Post .
Fisheries officials as contractors in Williamnagar, activist cries foul
Shillong, Sep 18: Jackiqus D Sangma a social activist from East Garo Hills, has alleged that officials of the Fisheries Department in Williamnagar are themselves working as contractors for department works, in violation of service rules, and has threatened to move the Meghalaya Lokayukta if no action is taken within 20 days. In a press [] The post Fisheries officials as contractors in Williamnagar, activist cries foul first appeared on Highland Post .
SGH Road Projects: Activist seeks clarity on compensation delay
Shillong, Sep 18: Social activist Greneth M Sangma has sought clarification from the South Garo Hills Deputy Commissioner on the prolonged delay in compensation disbursement, land settlement and execution of two key road projects in the district. In a letter, Sangma raised queries regarding the NESIDS road from Chokpot to Kharukol via Warima, Kenegre, Paromgre [] The post SGH Road Projects: Activist seeks clarity on compensation delay first appeared on Highland Post .
UP journalists visit Siej, interact with Padma Shri Hally War
Shillong, Sep 18: Journalists from Uttar Pradesh visited Siej village in East Khasi Hills and interacted with Padma Shri awardee Hally War, who guided them to the Umkhar Living Root Bridge. War explained how aerial roots of the rubber fig tree (Ficus elastica) are carefully guided and nurtured over several years to form functional bridges [] The post UP journalists visit Siej, interact with Padma Shri Hally War first appeared on Highland Post .
ICAR hosts workshop on biotech priorities for NEH agriculture
Shillong, Sep 18: A one-day workshop on actionable biotechnology priorities for NEH agriculture was jointly organised by the Society for Plant Biochemistry and Biotechnology (SPBB) and ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Umiam, on Thursday. Scientists, researchers, faculty and scholars deliberated on translating modern biotechnology into practical solutions for the regions agricultural challenges. The workshop [] The post ICAR hosts workshop on biotech priorities for NEH agriculture first appeared on Highland Post .
IIM Shillong launches industry dialogue series
Shillong, Sep 18: IIM Shillong hosted Starbucks India on campus, launching its new Industry Dialogue Series aimed at strengthening industry-academia collaboration. The session, held on Friday, opened with an interactive coffee-tasting where the Starbucks team personally served brews to students and walked them through the brands journey, its scale in India and the craft behind [] The post IIM Shillong launches industry dialogue series first appeared on Highland Post .
SPL 2026: Hamingbert brace lifts Laitkor to crucial win
Shillong, Sep 18: Laitkor put a run of bad form behind them to defeat Sawmer 2-1 in the Shillong Premier League 2026 at the SSA Stadium here today. Hamingbert Nongbet (18, 63) headed in both Laitkor goals on either side of a Bickyson Kharkongor (38) strike for Sawmer. Sawmer could have gone to the top [] The post SPL 2026: Hamingbert brace lifts Laitkor to crucial win first appeared on Highland Post .
Meghalaya marks World Bamboo Day, felicitates 6 grassroots champions
Shillong, Sep 18: The Meghalaya State Bamboo Mission (MSBM) celebrated World Bamboo Day 2026 at IHM, Mawdiangdiang on Thursday, bringing together students, artisans, entrepreneurs and community leaders. The celebration began with a symbolic bamboo plantation and inauguration of stalls showcasing bamboo products and innovations. A key highlight was the felicitation of six grassroots bamboo champions [] The post Meghalaya marks World Bamboo Day, felicitates 6 grassroots champions first appeared on Highland Post .
ASP Hit Case: KSU denies link, demands proof from police
Shillong, Sep 18: The Khasi Students Union (KSU) on Friday objected to police alleging that the two scooty riders who hit Traffic ASP Lovish Garg are its members. In a statement, the union said it is concerned over any incident causing injury to law-enforcement personnel or public, but is shocked by the manner in which [] The post ASP Hit Case: KSU denies link, demands proof from police first appeared on Highland Post .
Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma Observes 139th Unitarian Day, Recalls Legacy Of Hajom Kissor Singh
Shillong, Sept 18: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma extended warm greetings to the Unitarian community on the occasion of the 139th Unitarian Day, commemorating the enduring legacy of a spiritual movement that first took root in the Khasi-Jaintia Hills in 1887. Sangma highlighted the significance of the tradition, noting its deep cultural and religious... The post Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma Observes 139th Unitarian Day, Recalls Legacy Of Hajom Kissor Singh first appeared on Northeast Today .
Meghalaya marks 139 years of Unitarian movement
Digital Desk | Shillong, Sep 18 (IANS) Communities across Meghalayas Khasi-Jaintia Hills observed Unitarian Anniversary Day in Shillong on Friday, marking 139 years since the indigenous Unitarian movement began in the region. The annual observance featured prayer meetings and community gatherings, highlighting the religious and cultural importance of Ka Niam Unitarian, a faith deeply connected to Khasi-Jaintia society and indigenous traditions. The anniversary traces its origins to September 18, 1887, when Hajom Kissor Singh, recognised as the founder of the Unitarian movement in the Khasi-Jaintia Hills, conducted the first Unitarian prayer service at his residence in Jowai. The event is regarded as a significant milestone in the development of the indigenous religious movement, which has since established a distinct identity while retaining close connections with Khasi culture and traditional values. In a post on X, Chief Minister Conrad Sangma wrote: On the 139th Unitarian Day, we honour a unique spiritual tradition that has deep roots in the Khasi region. My warmest greetings to the Unitarian community of Meghalaya on this special occasion. May this day be a celebration of faith, peace and the values that continue to inspire generations. Wishing everyone a blessed and meaningful Unitarian Day. For followers, Unitarian Anniversary Day represents more than a commemoration of the faiths historical beginnings. It serves as an occasion to renew their commitment to the principles of spirituality, social responsibility, community service and peaceful coexistence. Over the decades, the movement has remained part of Meghalaya's cultural and religious landscape, particularly in areas inhabited by Khasi and Jaintia communities. The observance also allows members to reflect on the contributions of earlier generations in establishing and sustaining the faith, while passing its values on to younger generations. Prayer services and community programmes held on the occasion underlined the importance of collective participation in preserving religious traditions and cultural identity. The 139th anniversary marks another year in the history of the Unitarian movement in the Khasi-Jaintia Hills, reaffirming its continuing presence in Meghalayas diverse religious and cultural environment. The observance highlighted the faiths enduring emphasis on belief, ethical living, community relations and service to humanity.
Meghalaya: ASP Injured After Scooter Hits Him During Naka-Checking In Shillong
Shillong, Sep 18: An Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) sustained serious injuries after being struck by a scooter during naka-checking in Shillong early Friday morning. The incident took place around 1:30 a.m. at Urkaliar when the scooter, carrying two men, attempted to evade police checks. East Khasi Hills Additional Superintendent of Police (Traffic) Lovish Garg... The post Meghalaya: ASP Injured After Scooter Hits Him During Naka-Checking In Shillong first appeared on Northeast Today .
Traffic ASP hit by speeding scooty, critical; KSU link suspected
Shillong, Sept 18: Additional SP (Traffic) East Khasi Hills, Lovish Garg was seriously injured after being hit by a scooty in the early hours of Friday. According to SP (City) Dangsan Khyriem, police were conducting naka checking at Urkaliar near Samkhamti petrol pump when a scooty with two males tried to evade checking and sped [] The post Traffic ASP hit by speeding scooty, critical; KSU link suspected first appeared on Highland Post .
Shillong, Sep 18: Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister in-charge of Home (Police) Prestone Tynsong said the government has directed the state police to adopt a more proactive approach following a series of arson incidents in Shillong, including alleged petrol bomb attacks targeting police stations and outposts and damage to government property. Tynsong said the Director General... The post Meghalaya Police To Step Up Security In Shillong Amid Repeated Arson Incidents: Deputy Chief Minister Tynsong first appeared on Northeast Today .
Titos warns of disciplinary action against rebel MLAs
Shillong, Sep 17: The United Democratic Party (UDP) will decide on possible disciplinary action against its MLAs who have been holding consultations with supporters in their constituencies amid reports of a possible move by eight of them to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), party general secretary and Sohra MDC Titosstarwell Chyne said today. Speaking to [] The post Titos warns of disciplinary action against rebel MLAs first appeared on Highland Post .
Shillong, Sep 17: The Voice of the People Party (VPP) has welcomed the decision to withdraw the teachers recruitment notification through Structured Pay Framework (SPF) terming it partial success of its sustained movement. The party said the withdrawal was a positive development for teachers and Meghalayas education system. VPP Spokesperson Airpeace Rani credited its President [] The post VPP calls SPF rollback partial success, vows to keep fighting first appeared on Highland Post .
Cops to intensify night patrols after spate of arson incidents
Shillong, Sep 17: East Khasi Hills Deputy Commissioner Abhilash Baranwal has directed police to intensify night patrolling across the city after four back-to-back petrol bomb attacks targeting government and police establishments in less than 24 hours. Baranwal said the administration reviewed the law and order situation with the Superintendent of Police and issued instructions to [] The post Cops to intensify night patrols after spate of arson incidents first appeared on Highland Post .
Pig farms devastated by African Swine Fever
Shillong, Sep 17: Pig farmers in the Krang area of East Khasi Hills are facing mounting financial losses as an outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF) rips through the community. A ground report has seen first-hand that a large number of pigs have died in Krang and pig farms in neighbouring villages are also devoid [] The post Pig farms devastated by African Swine Fever first appeared on Highland Post .
UDP briefs James Sangma ahead of JPC meet on FCRA Bill
Shillong, Sep 17: Ahead of the first meeting of the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) to examine the contentious Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, the United Democratic Party (UDP) on Thursday reminded Rajya Sabha MP James PK Sangma of its stand. Sangma, nominated as a special invitee to the JPC, is scheduled to attend the [] The post UDP briefs James Sangma ahead of JPC meet on FCRA Bill first appeared on Highland Post .
DC warns of strict action as 3000 arms licences left unrenewed
Shillong, Sep 17: More than 3,000 arms licences in East Khasi Hills are yet to be renewed, Deputy Commissioner Abhilash Baranwal has informed as he urged licence holders to come forward and complete the renewal process within the deadline set by the district administration. Baranwal said the administration identified the pending cases from its records [] The post DC warns of strict action as 3000 arms licences left unrenewed first appeared on Highland Post .
Cops probe series of arson attacks on police stations & govt offices across Shillong
Two Meghalaya bands storm into NE Star 2026 grand finale
Shillong, Sep 17: Two bands from MeghalayaPateng and Toxic Ponyhave stormed into the Grand Finale of NE Star 2026, the Ultimate Music Talent Hunt. The two power-packed acts will now represent the state at Greenwood Resort, Guwahati, on September 27, battling top soloists and bands from all eight northeastern states for the coveted NE Star [] The post Two Meghalaya bands storm into NE Star 2026 grand finale first appeared on Highland Post .
MSIC directs KHADC to forward gate-related RTI to concerned Himas
Shillong, Sep 17: The Meghalaya State Information Commission (MSIC) has directed the Public Information Officer (PIO), Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC), to transfer an RTI application concerning toll and check gates operated by Himas to all the Himas concerned. In an order issued on September 8, Secretary of the Commission, R. Kharbikhiew, stated that [] The post MSIC directs KHADC to forward gate-related RTI to concerned Himas first appeared on Highland Post .
AHAM demands SBI branch at Dobu, cites severe banking hardship
Shillong, Sep 17: The Achik Holistic Awakening Movement (AHAM) has demanded establishment of a State Bank of India Branch/CSP at Dobu in East Garo Hills. In a representation to the SBI Regional Manager, Tura Regional Office, the organisation highlighted the severe public hardship faced by residents due to the complete absence of institutional banking facilities [] The post AHAM demands SBI branch at Dobu, cites severe banking hardship first appeared on Highland Post .
Shillong, Sep 17: The West Jaintia Hills District Magistrate has banned bull fights and animal fights throughout the district with immediate effect and until further orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). The order was issued following reports of rampant bull fights and other animal fights, particularly during fetes and festivals [] The post Bull fights banned in WJH first appeared on Highland Post .
UP media delegation calls on Meghalaya Governor
Shillong, Sep 17: A 14-member media delegation comprising senior journalists from Uttar Pradesh, visiting Meghalaya as part of a media outreach initiative by the Press Information Bureau (PIB) today called on Governor Chandrashekhar H Vijayashankar at the Lok Bhavan here. During the interaction, the Governor highlighted Meghalayas distinctive social institutions, including the strong tradition of [] The post UP media delegation calls on Meghalaya Governor first appeared on Highland Post .
Sauramandala Foundation to host
Shillong, Sep 17: The Sauramandala Foundation will hold a two-day Shillong Chapter of Neighbourhoods of the Future (NOTF) beginning September 25. NOTF is a place-based platform bringing together communities, youth, practitioners, organisations, government representatives and local stakeholders to reflect on their neighbourhoods, share experiences and explore possibilities for collective action. The programme will feature two [] The post Sauramandala Foundation to host Neighbourhoods of the Future first appeared on Highland Post .
World Ozone Day celebrated at USTM
Shillong, Sep 17: The Department of Chemistry, University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM), organised a combined academic and outreach programme to mark World Ozone Day 2026 under the theme From Science to Global Action. A quiz competition, an awareness lecture and the Montreal Protocol, a video demonstration on ozone protection, and rally carrying the [] The post World Ozone Day celebrated at USTM first appeared on Highland Post .
Rymbui inaugurates ETFI food fest
Shillong, Sep 17: Education Minister Lahkmen Rymbui on Thursday inaugurated a food fest organised by the Evangelical Teachers Fellowship of India (ETFI), Meghalaya Chapter, celebrating culinary traditions and fellowship among Christian teachers. Addressing the gathering, Rymbui highlighted the role of teachers, parents and society in shaping the younger generation, saying teaching goes beyond the classroom [] The post Rymbui inaugurates ETFI food fest first appeared on Highland Post .
Shillong experienced three petrol bomb incidents within a 24-hour period. A police booth and the Directorate of Health Services campus were targeted by attackers. A vehicle was damaged at the Directorate of Mineral Resources office premises. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma assessed the situation and assured compensation. He also emphasized the need for increased CCTV surveillance in government buildings.
Kyrmen puts choice of party in supporters
Shillong, Sep 16: Khliehriat MLA Kyrmen Shylla today dramatically put his political future in the hands of his supporters, even as he made it clear that he, along with seven or eight other United Democratic Party (UDP) legislators, are set to join the Bharatiya Janata Party once the BJP central leadership gives the go-ahead. Speaking [] The post Kyrmen puts choice of party in supporters hands first appeared on Highland Post .
Joining of UDP legislators a certainty: Hek
Shillong, Sept 16: There is no doubt for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) that eight or nine United Democratic Party (UDP) MLAs will join the saffron party, according to Pynthorumkhrah legislator Alexander Lalool Hek. Hek, one of only two BJP MLAs in the Assembly at present, said that he had met Union Home Minister Amit [] The post Joining of UDP legislators a certainty: Hek first appeared on Highland Post .
Govt expands area for Umling checks but KSU unsatisfied
Shillong, Sep 16: The Khasi Students Union (KSU) has raised concerns over the proposed facilitation centre at Umling in Ri-Bhoi, questioning whether the area earmarked for the facility will be sufficient and calling for the involvement of more government departments. Former KSU general secretary Donald Thabah said the union was invited for a discussion on [] The post Govt expands area for Umling checks but KSU unsatisfied first appeared on Highland Post .
Homestay vandalism case closed, but HC flags photo leak of juvenile accused
Shillong, Sep 16: The Meghalaya High Court has closed the proceedings against the Uttar Pradesh tourists who trashed a Laitumkhrah homestay on July 11, after they completed their court-ordered penance. Chief Justice Revati Mohite Dere on Tuesday noted that the Rs 25,000 compensation by the petitioners had been paid and the compliance report showed they [] The post Homestay vandalism case closed, but HC flags photo leak of juvenile accused first appeared on Highland Post .
SPF move raises pay questions for teachers
SHILLONG, Sep 16: The Meghalaya governments decision to allow vacancies carrying the State Pay Scale to be filled through the Structured Pay Framework (SPF) has raised concerns over the pay and service conditions of teachers who may be appointed against such posts. An Education Department notification dated August 12, 2026, issued under the orders of []
Teachers seek fixes to gaps in pay framework
SHILLONG, Sep 16: The Meghalaya Unified Teachers Association (MUTA) has urged the state government to address critical gaps in the service conditions of teachers covered under the Structured Pay Framework (SPF), including leave entitlements, healthcare coverage, statutory maternity benefits, and access to institutional loans. In a representation submitted to Education Commissioner and Secretary Vijay Kumar []
Edn Min draws flak for defence of Mantri
SHILLONG, Sep 16: All Primary School Teachers Association (APSTA) general secretary FC Shullai has questioned Education Minister Lahkmen Rymbuis strong defence of Education Commissioner and Secretary Vijay Kumar Mantri, remarking that the minister could even turn against Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma if he loses his Cabinet berth after joining another political party. Today we []
Hek appeals for minority benefits for indigenous faiths people
SHILLONG, Sep 16: Senior BJP leader and Pynthorumkhrah MLA AL Hek has written to the Minority Commission seeking recognition and welfare benefits for indigenous faith communities, including Seng Khasi, Seng Jaintia, and Seng Raj. Hek argued that tribal followers of indigenous faiths should not be denied facilities extended to other notified minority communities. Pointing out []
HC acquits man in POCSO case, quashes 10-yr jail term
SHILLONG, Sep 16: The High Court of Meghalaya on Wednesday allowed an appeal filed by Emanuel Marwein and set aside his conviction and sentence in a POCSO case after holding that the prosecution had failed to establish beyond reasonable doubt that he was the person who committed the offence. A Division Bench comprising Chief Justice []
Tap coverage in state reaches 84%
SHILLONG, Sep 16: Meghalayas Catchment-to-Tap initiative continues to guide the states water security strategy, with rural tap water coverage reaching 84 per cent under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), according to the Public Health Engineering (PHE) department. In an official statement, the department said 785 critical water sources have been identified for rejuvenation, while roughly []
SHILLONG, Sep 16: Despite deciding not to back the UDP candidate in the upcoming Shillong parliamentary bye-election, the HSPDP has maintained that the Regional Democratic Alliance (RDA)a coalition of the two partiesremains intact. HSPDP president KP Pangniang on Wednesday said that while the party will not support the UDP nominee, regional parties must continue to []
Competition The Zenith Jubelieth Club, Laban, will organise the 27th All Shillong Dr. M.M. Das Memorial Inter-College/Higher Secondary School Debate Competition on September 19 at 2:30 pm. The competition will be held at the auditorium of Laban Bengalee Boys Higher Secondary School, Streamlet Road, Laban. The motion for this years debate is: Social media does []
Shillong markets to get Rs 130-crore infrastructure upgrade
Petrol bombs thrown at DMR office
Shillong, Sep 16: Panic gripped Risa Colony on Wednesday afternoon after two petrol bombs were thrown at the Directorate of Mineral Resources office. Police said the attack happened around 3.45 pm when staff were inside. One bomb went off at the boundary wall, the second struck a parked Maruti Alto (ML05 AC 0429) inside the [] The post Petrol bombs thrown at DMR office first appeared on Highland Post .
HC acquits man in POCSO case, cites failure to prove identity
Shillong, Sep 16: The Meghalaya High Court has acquitted a man in a POCSO case, setting aside his 10-year rigorous imprisonment, holding the prosecution failed to prove beyond reasonable doubt the identity of the accused. The division bench of Chief Justice Revati Mohite Dere and Justice Wanlura Diengdoh set aside the October 12, 2022 judgment [] The post HC acquits man in POCSO case, cites failure to prove identity first appeared on Highland Post .
Fresh MBBS counselling SOP issued after Round-1 scrapped
Shillong, Sep 16: The Health Department has issued the Combined Counselling SOP for MBBS admissions 2026-27, covering 138 seats to be allotted through the Meghalaya State Counselling Authority (MSCAMA) on a single NEET-UG 2026 merit list. The fresh SOP follows the governments decision to set aside the Round-1 allotment after the Jaintia Students Union flagged [] The post Fresh MBBS counselling SOP issued after Round-1 scrapped first appeared on Highland Post .
Ri-Bhoi take resounding victory at State Senior Athletics C
Shillong, Sep 16: Ri-Bhoi District Sports Association claimed first place at the end of the Meghalaya State Senior Athletics Championship 2026 as the three-day event came to a close at the Sports Authority of India centre on the NEHU Shillong campus here. Ri-Bhoi finished the championship, being held after 18 years, with 9 gold, 7 [] The post Ri-Bhoi take resounding victory at State Senior Athletics Cship first appeared on Highland Post .
James Sangma on JPC for FCRA Bill
Shillong, Sep 16: Meghalaya Rajya Sabha MP James Pangsang Kongkal Sangma has been nominated as a special invitee to the Joint Parliamentary Committee examining the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026. The nomination was made by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, the Lok Sabha Secretariat. The 31-member JPC, chaired by BJP MP Dr Sanjay Jaiswal, [] The post James Sangma on JPC for FCRA Bill first appeared on Highland Post .
2 held, cough syrup bottles seized
Shillong, Sep 16: Two Assam residents were arrested after East Jaintia Hills Police seized 2,244 bottles of codeine-laced Vincof-Plus cough syrup in a midnight operation on NH-6. The two vehicles, headed to Silchar, were intercepted at Umkiang Patrol Post under Lumshnong PS on last night. The accused, Sanjib Kumar Kanu and Saidul Islam Barbhuya, were [] The post 2 held, cough syrup bottles seized first appeared on Highland Post .
SPL 2026: Mawlai hold off Langsning to take back first place
Shillong, Sep 16: Mawlai had their hearts in their mouths on several occasions but held off a strong challenge from defending champions Langsning in a 0-0 draw in the Shillong Premier League 2026 at the SSA Stadium here this evening. The result takes Mawlai back to the top of the standings with 11 points now [] The post SPL 2026: Mawlai hold off Langsning to take back first place first appeared on Highland Post .
First MLA Connect held in Sohkynduh, Sohra
Shillong, Sep 16: The first MLA Connect Programme of the 28-Sohra Assembly Constituency was held at Sohkynduh village on Wednesday, with participation from Sohkynduh, Rymmai Mawskhen and Mawbawein villages. Chaired by Laitkroh C&RD Block BDO Wankhrawkupar Kharbuli, the programme was attended by Sohra MLA Gavin Miguel Mylliem, Acting Chief of Sohra Mynjurlang Majaw, department officials, [] The post First MLA Connect held in Sohkynduh, Sohra first appeared on Highland Post .
Shillong, Sep 16: The Confederation of Meghalaya Social Organizations (CoMSO) has fired a strong salvo against the proposed Uniform Civil Code rollout in NDA-ruled states, demanding Meghalaya be kept out. In representations to Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Chief Minister Conrad Sangma, CoMSO questioned under what constitutional mechanism the Centre proposes to apply UCC [] The post CoMSO draws red line on UCC: Political alliances cannot override Sixth Schedule first appeared on Highland Post .
State pushing JJM 2.0 focus on functionality, sustainability: PHE
Shillong, Sep 16: Meghalaya is strengthening Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 with focus on reliable supply, operation and maintenance (O&M), digital monitoring and source sustainability, the PHE Department said. In a statement, the department said rural household tap water coverage has risen from 4,550 households (1%) in August 2019 to 5,47,869 households (84%) as of September [] The post State pushing JJM 2.0 focus on functionality, sustainability: PHE first appeared on Highland Post .
Paul blames UDP leaders for exit of senior figures; breakdown of HSPDP alliance
Shillong, Sep 15: West Shillong MLA Paul Lyngdoh is practically counting down the days he remains in the embattled United Democratic Party (UDP) but is still not revealing to which party he will move to. It is widely believed that Lyngdoh is one of the chief architects of the mass rebellion among legislators within the [] The post Paul blames UDP leaders for exit of senior figures; breakdown of HSPDP alliance first appeared on Highland Post .
NPP united, not concerned by UDP-BJP switch
Shillong, Sep 15: Chief Minister and National Peoples Party (NPP) president Conrad K Sangma has refused to comment on reports of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) planning to expand its presence in the state, saying he has not received any concrete information on the matter. Speaking to reporters, Sangma said the reports were based mainly [] The post NPP united, not concerned by UDP-BJP switch first appeared on Highland Post .
Mawkhar Church Row: HC quashes Sacrament ban, says DC cannot play ecclesiastical court
Shillong, Sep 15: The High Court of Meghalaya has quashed three orders issued by the East Khasi Hills Deputy Commissioner, restraining the KJP Synod Mihngi from providing pastoral care and administering Holy Sacraments to the Mawkhar Presbyterian Church. The State may regulate conduct where such regulation is sanctioned by law and is necessary for the [] The post Mawkhar Church Row: HC quashes Sacrament ban, says DC cannot play ecclesiastical court first appeared on Highland Post .
Implementing UCC only after considering tribal culture: Conrad
Shillong, Sep 15: Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma has said that any discussion on implementing a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state must take into account its tribal and matrilineal character, while stressing the need to consult the public and stakeholders before taking a decision. Sangma was responding to reports that Union Home Minister [] The post Implementing UCC only after considering tribal culture: Conrad first appeared on Highland Post .
Govt aware of Langpih SIR claims
Shillong, Sep 15: Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said the state government is aware of concerns raised by villagers in Langpih along the Meghalaya-Assam border over attempts to enrol them in Assams Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. Sangma said the matter has not yet been discussed at his level but the Political Department is looking [] The post Govt aware of Langpih SIR claims first appeared on Highland Post .
Meghalaya to launch own travel aggregator app
Shillong, Sep 15: The Meghalaya cabinet today approved the formation of the Meghalaya Integrated Transport Society (MITS) to develop a unified online platform for booking bus, taxi and helicopter tickets, besides other tourism-related services, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said. Briefing reporters after the cabinet meeting, Sangma said the platform would provide citizens and tourists [] The post Meghalaya to launch own travel aggregator app first appeared on Highland Post .
