India cant wait to rectify mistakes committed during contest against Bangladesh, says Chhetri
Kolkata, May 25: Talismanic India striker Sunil Chhetri on Sunday said that his side cannot wait to make amends of the mistakes they had committed in the goal-less draw against Bangladesh in the 2027 Asian Cup qualifying round contest in March. India were held to a 0-0 draw by lower-ranked Bangladesh in their opening Group C match of the Asian Cup qualifying third round match on March 25 in Shillong, which left head coach Manolo Marquez fuming. India are up [] The post India cant wait to rectify mistakes committed during contest against Bangladesh, says Chhetri appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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Meghalaya Illegal coal mining: Mukul Sangma seeks probe into politician-bureaucrat nexus
Shillong: Meghalayas Leader of Opposition, Mukul Sangma, has called for a thorough investigation into what he describes as a deep-rooted nexus between politicians and bureaucrats in the state, alleging it facilitates illegal activities, particularly coal mining, on an extraordinary scale. Sangma highlighted the recent transfer of the North Garo Hills Deputy Commissioner (DC) within 24 [] The post Meghalaya Illegal coal mining: Mukul Sangma seeks probe into politician-bureaucrat nexus appeared first on NorthEast Now .
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Meghalaya: Public screening of Because we did not choose today
SHILLONG, May 23: The public screening of the critically acclaimed documentary film titled Because we did not choose directed by Wanphrang D. Diengdoh will be held at the Tura district auditorium on May 24. This powerful film explores the untold stories of indigenous labour corps from Northeast India who were recruited by the British during []
Ishan Kishan, bowlers fashion SRHs 42-run win over Bengaluru
Lucknow, May 23: Royal Challengers Bengaluru squandered a golden chance to finish inside the top two of the IPL points table, going down to Ishan Kishan-fuelled Sunrisers Hyderabad by 42 runs here on Friday. As a result of this heavy defeat, Royal Challengers (17 points) have slid down to third on the table behind Gujarat [] The post Ishan Kishan, bowlers fashion SRHs 42-run win over Bengaluru appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Fighting Kidambi Srikanth keeps Indias flag flying
KUALA LUMPUR, May 23: Seasoned Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth stormed into his first semifinal in over a year with a hard-fought three-game win over higher-ranked Toma Junior Popov of France at the Malaysia Masters badminton tournament here on Friday. Ranked 65th in the world, Srikanth displayed remarkable resilience and tactical maturity to outwit world no.18 [] The post Fighting Kidambi Srikanth keeps Indias flag flying appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Ganolo sikkate dongenggipa jabolrangko rongtalatna Power Minister kuchaka
SHILLONG: Batanggimin salrango mikkarang jimbee waanganichi Ganol hydro project-ni dam-o jabolrangni sikkate dongako nikna manahani gimin jolo songdongenggipa manderang matnangatani jaman, ia jabolrangko taraken rongtalatna abachenggnok ine adokni Power Minister AT Mondal, kurachakaniko onataha. Iani bidingo kobor ratimgipa manderang baksa agangrikengon, Ian manderangni nikanio nitogijanisan ongjaenga indiba ia jabolrangchi Ganol hydro project-na nangchakeaniko rabana kenchakna [] The post Ganolo sikkate dongenggipa jabolrangko rongtalatna Power Minister kuchaka appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Selsella Block-o kam kagiparangna quarter-rangko onchina NGO-rang dabia
TURA: Selsella C&RD Block-o kam kaenggiparangna dongchakani quarter-rangko onchina gita didie, Selsella jolo donggipa dingtang dingtang dolrang, chongmotan GSU, FKJGP, ADE, ASWA, NGCO, ANYO, GSMC aro ACHIK dolrangni nangrime bikotgipa All Selsella NGOs Alliance (ASNA), C&RD department-ni Director-na sedoataha. ASNA-ni parakatani gitade, ia Selsella Block-ara adoko gitchambatsranggipa block-rangoni damsa ongengoba daonan ia Block-o kam kagiparangna [] The post Selsella Block-o kam kagiparangna quarter-rangko onchina NGO-rang dabia appeared first on The Shillong Times .
December jao SSLC porikka raaniko FAF jegala
TURA: Meghalaya Board of School Education (MBOSE)-ni Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) porikkako pangna bilsian February aro March jarangosa ragenchimoba ia changode ia porikkako December jaon rana gita Education department tik kaahani gimin iako Federation of Achik Freedom (FAF) dol raken jegalataha. SSLC porikkako ia bilsini December jaon rana tik kaahani asel MBOSE-o kam kaenggiparang [] The post December jao SSLC porikka raaniko FAF jegala appeared first on The Shillong Times .
NEHU-ni obostarangna Opp dilgipa, Sorkariko dos gala
SHILLONG: NEHU-ni obostarangni tomtomjaenganiara, Adok sorkarini namatna kamrangko kajaengani aselba ongenga ine Opposition-ni dilgipa Dr. Mukul Sangma Sukrobaro aganaha. NEHU-o sosojengjeng onganichi Education sector-o nengnikanirangko nikna manengon maming dakeba adok sorkari oniko namatpilna kam kaani chin rangkoba niksoja, ine Mukul Sangma kobor ratimgiparangna aganaha. Ua indake agana ian adok sorkari aro mamong sorkarini adita ja [] The post NEHU-ni obostarangna Opp dilgipa, Sorkariko dos gala appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Chibinang jolo Rongai chibimani guareko rikpiltaichina AMMSU didia
TURA: West Garo Hills ajani akawe jolrango chi bananiko champengna gita Chibinang jolo donggipa embankment ba guareko adita salrangna skang mikkarang jimbee waanganichi chi bananio peangahani gimin Rongai chibimani guareko gital dake rikpiltaichina All Meghalaya Minority Students Union (AMMSU) didiataha. Adita salrangna skang mikkarang jimbee waanganio chirang bananichi banga biaprangon aa ruronganirangko nikna manaha aro [] The post Chibinang jolo Rongai chibimani guareko rikpiltaichina AMMSU didia appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Just three nights of poor sleep might harm your heart
Weve long known that a lack of sleep is bad for the heart but scientists are now starting to understand exactly how it causes harm. In a new study from Uppsala University in Sweden, researchers found that just three nights of restricted sleep around four hours a night triggered changes in the [] The post Just three nights of poor sleep might harm your heart appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Vietnam: Holy Buddha relics from India enshrined at ancient Buddhist temple
Hanoi, May 23: The Holy Buddha Relics sent from India were enshrined at an ancient Buddhist temple Phuc Son pagoda in Bac Giang Province of Vietnam, on Friday. The relics were received with deep reverence and warmth by the local people, province officials, and monks. Thousands of people in Bac Giang gathered in a solemn [] The post Vietnam: Holy Buddha relics from India enshrined at ancient Buddhist temple appeared first on The Shillong Times .
On sticky wicket for months, Yunus struggles to retain power in Bangladesh
New Delhi, May 23: Bangladesh is in for a difficult period ahead, given the current turmoil. In the past two days, the government led by Muhammad Yunus was exposed to several challenges with a major one involving Bangladeshs consolidated military forces. The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Wakar-uz-Zamans address to the officers on Wednesday [] The post On sticky wicket for months, Yunus struggles to retain power in Bangladesh appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Drugs worth more than Rs 3 crore seized in Assam
Guwahati, May 23: Assam Police foiled a drug peddling attempt in Cachar district on Friday, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced. Police conducted an operation in the Cachar district, resulting in the seizure of narcotics valued at Rs 3.11 crore. The operation against drugs was carried out by police on intelligence-backed information. Taking to X, [] The post Drugs worth more than Rs 3 crore seized in Assam appeared first on The Shillong Times .
UAPA Tribunal Confirms Five-Year Ban Extension on Meghalayas HNLC
HT Digital SHILLONG, MAY 23: The Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) court has affirmed the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) action of extending the ban on the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) by another five years, declaring it to remain an unlawful association. This action renews a restriction that began in November 2000, the latest []
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SWGH-o Ayush-ni kamko Tribal-rangoni saksaba manjani gimin GSU jegala
TURA: Adita salrangna skang, South West Garo Hills ajao Ayush Medical Officer aro Yoga Instructor-ni kamna manderangko seokanio Tribal-rangonide saksaba kam manrikgija kam gimikkon Tribal onggijagipa candidate-rangnasa onaha ine Garo Students Union (GSU) Western Zone (South) Ampati, suk onggijaniko parakatenba, ia kamrangna raaniko gital dake nipiltaichina didiataha. Iani bidingo, South West Garo Hills ajani Deputy [] The post SWGH-o Ayush-ni kamko Tribal-rangoni saksaba manjani gimin GSU jegala appeared first on The Shillong Times .
WWI-o kam dakchakegipa Tribal-rangni bidingo tarigipa jawilwatko mesokenga
TURA: World War I (WWI) ba agilsak gimikni skanggipa dakgrikanio kamrangko dakchakna gita France asongona reanggipa Garo Labour Corps-rangko manchape salgro salaram jolni dingtang dingtang Tribal Labour Corps-ni bidingo Wanphrang D Diengdoh-ni tarigipa Because We Did Not Choose jawilwatko May-ni 24 tarik attam 5:00 bajio, Tura-ni District Auditorium-o mesokenga ine Tura-ni Joint NGOs Forum uiataha. [] The post WWI-o kam dakchakegipa Tribal-rangni bidingo tarigipa jawilwatko mesokenga appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Terrorism is a hydra-headed monster. It does not work on any established norms. It can hit here, there, and anywhere. This is the reason why the collective consciousness of humanity must rise against the spectre of terrorism. Its latest theatre was Washington DC, where two young Israeli embassy employees were shot down near the Jewish [] The post Hydra-headed terror appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Time to grapple with national issues too
By Patricia Mukhim I have been writing a Friday column for this paper since the 1990s. In recent times I have had to make way for the growing number of columnists contributing excellent pieces to this newspaper. This week though, I felt that its important to remind readers and society in general that we need [] The post Time to grapple with national issues too appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Yunus government in Bangladesh slammed for suppressing Awami League
New York/Dhaka, May 22: Human Rights Watch, a US-based advocacy group, has severely criticised Muhammad Yunus led interim government of Bangladesh for attempting to suppress the rights of supporters of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and the Awami League party. The recent legislative initiatives by the interim government risk undermining fundamental freedoms, the rights body [] The post Yunus government in Bangladesh slammed for suppressing Awami League appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Awe-inspiring splash of species at Aaranyaks wildlife photography exhibition on the roll
Guwahati, May 22: As many as 46 fabulous photographs of varied species of wildlife are on display for public viewing at Gauhati Artists Guild at Chandmari here from today till May 25 under the aegis of regions premier biodiversity conservation Aaranyak (www.aaranyak.org) as part of the organisations on-going year-long 35th Anniversary celebrations. Commemorating the International [] The post Awe-inspiring splash of species at Aaranyaks wildlife photography exhibition on the roll appeared first on The Shillong Times .
EKH emerges overall champions State-Level Inter School Athletic Meet
Shillong, May 22: East Khasi Hills (EKH) emerged as the overall champions at the State-Level Inter School Athletic Meet 2025, which concluded on Thursday at the SAI Centre, NEHU campus. Over the course of the three-day event, East Khasi Hills dominated the competition, securing a total of 23 gold, 11 silver, and 8 bronze medals. [] The post EKH emerges overall champions State-Level Inter School Athletic Meet appeared first on The Shillong Times .
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Radicalism has no place in US: Trump on shooting of Israeli Embassy staffers
Washington, May 22: US President Donald Trump strongly condemned the shooting that killed two Israeli Embassy staffers outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, late Wednesday night (US time), calling it an act of anti-Semitism. The victims a male and a female employee of the Israeli Embassy were gunned down by an unidentified [] The post Radicalism has no place in US: Trump on shooting of Israeli Embassy staffers appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Meghalaya High Court extends deadline on street vending report
Guwahati: The High Court of Meghalaya on Wednesday granted two petitioners additional time-until June 2, 2025-to identify and present any shortcomings in a report submitted by the state government regarding street vending and related urban management issues. The case, filed as a public interest litigation, focuses on various aspects of urban regulation in Shillong. These [] The post Meghalaya High Court extends deadline on street vending report appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Central officials to review NEHU situation today
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 21: Two senior officials from the Union Ministry of Education are scheduled to visit the North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) on Thursday to assess the universitys operations. Additional Secretary and Director in the Department of Higher Education, Sunil Kumar Barnwal and Subrat Kumar Pradhan will be holding a review meeting with [] The post Central officials to review NEHU situation today appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Evidence galore of extortion; cops unmoved for want of FIR
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 21: After Iewduh, pressure groups have now turned their attention to Ri-Bhoi where they are carrying out daylight extortion in the name of donation. A host of groups, including some known names and some questionable organisations, have been running an extortion racket in various parts of Ri-Bhoi seeking donations either [] The post Evidence galore of extortion; cops unmoved for want of FIR appeared first on The Shillong Times .
HYC deports 200 migrant workers from govt project sites in NST
By Our Reporter Shillong, May 21: The Hynniewtrep Youth Council (HYC) on Wednesday pushed back around 200 migrant workers from two government project sites in New Shillong Township (NST), claiming they lacked proper documentation. The HYC conducted inspections at the two ongoing project locations and found approximately 350 to 400 migrant workers employed there. We [] The post HYC deports 200 migrant workers from govt project sites in NST appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Assam govt moves SC panel against hill-cutting in Mlaya
Engage in dialogue backed by facts rather than public accusations: Kyrmen By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 21: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday said his government has approached a Supreme Court committee regarding the cutting of hills in Meghalaya, which he blamed for recurring waterlogging in Guwahati. Reacting sharply to Himantas remark, the [] The post Assam govt moves SC panel against hill-cutting in Mlaya appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Demand for summer, winter capitals involves resources, time: Minister
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 21: In response to the growing demand for Jowai to be declared the Summer Capital of Meghalaya, mirroring the push for Tura to be named the Winter Capital, Cabinet Minister and East Jaintia Hills MLA, Kyrmen Shylla on Wednesday said that while the proposals were welcome, their implementation would require [] The post Demand for summer, winter capitals involves resources, time: Minister appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Govt activates disaster response machinery as rain pounds state
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 21: The state government has activated its disaster response machinery following heavy overnight rainfall that led to flooding in several parts of the Ri-Bhoi district and landslides reported from multiple other locations. Disaster management teams have been instructed to remain on high alert, with ground-level officers already working to mitigate [] The post Govt activates disaster response machinery as rain pounds state appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Thieves break open ATM, steal over Rs 28 lakh
By Our Reporter Shillong, May 21: In a daring burglary, thieves broke into a State Bank of India (SBI) ATM kiosk at Mawkriah in East Khasi Hills and stole approximately Rs 28.13 lakh after cutting open the machine. According to police, the incident occurred in the early hours of Wednesday. East Khasi Hills Superintendent of [] The post Thieves break open ATM, steal over Rs 28 lakh appeared first on The Shillong Times .
JHADC to get Rs 39-crore relief package
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 21: Grappling with a prolonged financial crisis, the Jaintia Hills Autonomous District Council (JHADC) is set to receive a much-needed boost, with the state government announcing a relief package of Rs 39 crore along with plans for long-term structural reforms in the council. The decision followed a high-level meeting in [] The post JHADC to get Rs 39-crore relief package appeared first on The Shillong Times .
HC grants more time in street vending case
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 21: The High Court of Meghalaya on Wednesday extended time till June 2, 2025 for two petitioners to bring to the courts notice any lacuna in a report that was filed by the state government on street vending and related issues. The public interest litigation involves identifying street vending areas, [] The post HC grants more time in street vending case appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Marmoushs stunner upstages Kevin De Bruynes farewell
Manchester, May 21: Omar Marmoushs stunning long-range strike upstaged Kevin De Bruyne on the Manchester City greats Etihad farewell. Marmoush let fly from around 30 yards (meters) to put City ahead in its 3-1 win against Bournemouth in the Premier League on Tuesday. The victory moved Pep Guardiolas team up to third in the standings [] The post Marmoushs stunner upstages Kevin De Bruynes farewell appeared first on The Shillong Times .
MI rout DC to qualify for play-offs
Mumbai, May 21: Suryakumar Yadavs doughty 73 not out proved to be the difference as Mumbai Indians sealed the fourth and final play-off berth with a 59-run trouncing of Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League here on Wednesday. Suryakumars masterclass a 43-ball knock with seven fours and half a dozen sixes in adverse [] The post MI rout DC to qualify for play-offs appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Titans eye top-two finish as LSG look to salvage pride
INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE 2025 Ahmedabad, May 21: Former champions Gujarat Titans will aim to extend their winning streak to solidify a top-two finish when they face a struggling Lucknow Super Giants in their Indian Premier League clash here on Thursday. With 18 points from 12 matches, table-toppers Titans have already booked their place in the [] The post Titans eye top-two finish as LSG look to salvage pride appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Chi bananina Mlaya-ko matnangaigija nalarangko tarichina Assam sorkariko agana
SHILLONG: Adita salrangna skang, Assam adokni skotong Guwahati songjinmao chi bananina Meghalaya adokkosa dos galtaiahani gimin iandake sakgipinko matnange dongaigija, adoktangon nalarangko nambate tarichina gita Assam sorkariko didiataha. Meghalaya adoko abrirangko choengani aselsa Guwahati songjinmao chirang banengani gimin uni sorkari, Supreme Court-na badi kadoangaha ine Budbar salo, Assam adokni Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma aganani [] The post Chi bananina Mlaya-ko matnangaigija nalarangko tarichina Assam sorkariko agana appeared first on The Shillong Times .
GH-o opposition dolrang bilgriani gimin NPP-na maming rabiani dongja: Marcuise
SHILLONG: Garo Hills-o Opposition dolrang, chongmotan Congress, Trinamool Congress (TMC) aro Voice of the Peoples Party (VPP) dolrang bilakna mankujaengani gimin National Peoples Party (NPP)-na maming rabianirang dongja ine NPP-ni working president aro adokni Cabinet Minister Marcuise N Marak akangataha. Asongo Congress dolan gitchambatsranggipa party onga indiba daode Garo Hills-o bilgriaha. Uamangni bangbata dilgiparangan NPP-o [] The post GH-o opposition dolrang bilgriani gimin NPP-na maming rabiani dongja: Marcuise appeared first on The Shillong Times .
EKH-ni ATM damsaoniko lak 28 batpile tangka chauanga
SHILLONG: East Khasi Hills ajani Mawkriah-o donggipa State Bank of India (SBI) ATM-oniko, machine-ko ratenba gong lak 28.13-mang onggipa tangkarangko chauangaha. Police-rangni uiatani gitade, ia asel ongani Budbar pringwalni 2:43 bajimango ongaha. Ia ATM-oniko chaugipa manderang gipin adokrangonisa ongna nanga ine police-rang chanchichipenga. Ia ATM-oniko chauaniba batanggimin somoirango Assam-ni dingtang dingtang biaprangoniko chaua gitan apsanangani [] The post EKH-ni ATM damsaoniko lak 28 batpile tangka chauanga appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Jowai-o Dr Norman Tunnel Hospital-na kr 1-ko CM onanga
SHILLONG: Budbar salo, adokni Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma, Meghalaya Healthcare Advancement Policy (MHAP)-ni ningo gong krorsani skanggipa instalment-ko Jowai-o donggipa Dr Norman Tunnel Hospital-na pakwate onangaha. Ia MHAP-ni ningo dingtang dingtang private hospital-rangna adok sorkari, krorgni kae onenga aro bangki krorsakode, skanggipa instalment-na utilization certificate (UC)-ko onani jaman onangskagen. Dao dipet ia scheme-ni ningo [] The post Jowai-o Dr Norman Tunnel Hospital-na kr 1-ko CM onanga appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Sorkari aro district council-ni niam gitasa toll gate-ko chipa: DC
SHILLONG: Dongimin niamrango aro adok sorkari baksana Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC)-ni skang songgigrikanio pangchakesa National Highway (NH-6)-ni Umdihar-o donggipa KHADC-ni toll gate-ko chipataha ine Ri Bhoi ajani Deputy Commissioner Abhilash Baranwal talataniko onangaha. Ia toll gate-ko chipatani bidingo matnanganirangko mantokengani gimin ua ia talataniko onangaha. Ia toll gate-ko chipatanichi KHADC-na mande ragijaniko mesokaha [] The post Sorkari aro district council-ni niam gitasa toll gate-ko chipa: DC appeared first on The Shillong Times .
41 Australian lawmakers write to Yunus, urge clear election roadmap in Bangladesh
Canberra, May 21: In a significant development, a group of 41 Australian Senators and Members of Parliament on Wednesday wrote a letter to Muhammad Yunus, the head of Bangladeshs interim government, urging his administration to immediately and publicly announce a specific, time-bound electoral roadmap, stating it as an urgent and non-negotiable step toward ensuring credible, [] The post 41 Australian lawmakers write to Yunus, urge clear election roadmap in Bangladesh appeared first on The Shillong Times .
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Additional police forces at Star Cement premises in Lumshnong, East Jaintia Hills
SHILLONG, May 20: Additional police forces have been deployed at Star Cement in Lumshnong, East Jaintia Hills district following the setting ablaze many trucks by an angry mob at the factorys premises on Sunday night. Following the incident, additional police forces have been stationed at Star Cement and administrative officers are on high alert to []
MPYC opposes scheduling of exams on Sundays
SHILLONG, May 20: The Meghalaya Pradesh Youth Congress (MPYC) has demanded the state government to stop scheduling state-level exams on Sundays. This came after the alleged decision of the government to continue scheduling of the Meghalaya Police recruitment examination on multiple Sundays. The first such exam was conducted on May 18 a day of []
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Beekeepers from 14 communities in EKH, Ri-Bhoi share insights on World Bee Day
SHILLONG, May 20: In celebration of World Bee Day, beekeepers from 14 communities across RiBhoi and East Khasi Hills districts gathered in Laitlyndop on Monday and Tuesday to share best practices for sustainable beekeeping and to highlight the crucial role bees play in ecosystems and local livelihoods. Organised by the North East Slow Food and [] The post Beekeepers from 14 communities in EKH, Ri-Bhoi share insights on World Bee Day appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Three minor landslides along Shillong-Dawki road as rains lash Mlaya
SHILLONG, May 20: Minor landslides were reported from three vulnerable locations Rum Laitlyngkot, Mawlieh, and Lad Mawkhap along the Shillong-Dawki road on Tuesday morning, briefly affecting traffic movement, as pre-monsoon rainfall lashed many parts of the state. Meghalaya has recorded incessant rainfall over the past few days, and the trend is expected to [] The post Three minor landslides along Shillong-Dawki road as rains lash Mlaya appeared first on The Shillong Times .
NEIGRIHMS contract for Delhi firm irks HYC
SHILLONG, May 20: The Hynniewtrep Youth Council (HYC) on Tuesday urged the Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) to take action against a New Delhi-based firm, M/s ASTOR INC, which has been awarded a contract by NEIGRIHMS to provide certain services as per the bid document dated July 3, 2024. Citing provisions of the Khasi [] The post NEIGRIHMS contract for Delhi firm irks HYC appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Shillong trainer among Indias top 100 tutors
SHILLONG, May 20: Arjun Lyngdoh, a communication trainer from Shillong, has been recognised as one of UrbanPros Top 100 Tutors in India, standing out among over 6.5 lakh verified tutors across the country. He is the only tutor from Meghalaya to make it to the list this year. UrbanPro is Indias leading online learning platform [] The post Shillong trainer among Indias top 100 tutors appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Two factions of auto drivers, owners body tussle for power
NONGPOH, May 20: A bitter leadership dispute has erupted within the Nongpoh Region Auto Owners and Drivers Association (NRAODA), as newly appointed leaders have publicly accused former president Marcus Marten of continuing to claim authority despite having lost the confidence of his fellow auto-rickshaw drivers. The fresh conflict has forced both factions the new [] The post Two factions of auto drivers, owners body tussle for power appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Forum rues bleak existence of disputed Block I, II residents
SHILLONG, May 20: In a scathing indictment of government inaction, the Hynniewtrep Border Dispute Redressal Forum (HBDRF) on Tuesday accused the state of treating residents of the disputed Block I and Block II as lesser citizens denying them basic human rights and essential documents necessary for survival in a modern state. HBDRF spokesperson Thomas [] The post Forum rues bleak existence of disputed Block I, II residents appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Miscreants loot two temples on interstate border
TURA, May 20: Miscreants looted valuables and cash from two temples at Sri Sri Ma Kali Ashram premises in Borkona on Assam-Meghalaya border, on Monday night. The incident took place in Assam under Mankachar just on the other side of the road along the Meghalaya border in South West Garo Hills. Taking advantage of continuous [] The post Miscreants loot two temples on interstate border appeared first on The Shillong Times .
KHNAM links illegal toll gates to inflation
Eliminate all check gates in state, party demands SHILLONG, May 20: As Meghalaya continues to grapple with soaring prices of essential commodities, the Khun Hynniewtrep National Awakening Movement (KHNAM) has issued a no-holds-barred demand for the elimination of all check gates across the state, linking their functioning to the inflation in state. KHNAM working president [] The post KHNAM links illegal toll gates to inflation appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Ganol chibimani moila onganina jajrengchakaniko paraktoka
TURA: Ganol kosak jolrango donggipa biaprang, mongsongbate Rongram bazar jolrango skatang jabolrangko chio galatengani asel Ganol hydro project-ni dam-o jabolrangni sikkonge donganiko nikna manengani gimin jolo songdongenggipa banga manderang suk onggijaniko parakattokaha. Iani bidingo adita bilsirangna skangsan, West Garo Hills ajani District Administration, uiataniko onenba, Ganol chibimao skatang jabolrangko galjachina mikrakataniko onahachim indiba daalona kingkingan [] The post Ganol chibimani moila onganina jajrengchakaniko paraktoka appeared first on The Shillong Times .
SGH-ni MePDCL-o chuonga gita kam kagiparangko rakkichina dabia
TURA: South Garo Hills ajani headquarter Baghmara-o donggipa MePDCL-o kam kagiparang chuongjaengani asel kamrangko kaanio nengnikanirangko manenga ine social activist Greneth M Sangma parakatenba, chuonga gita lineman aro gipin kam kagiparangko rakkichina, adokni Chief Minister-na sedoataha. Chief Minister-na sedoatgipa chittio Sangma-ni parakatani gitade, Baghmara MePDCL-o dao dipet kam kagiparang sak 13-san dongaia aro iani aselan [] The post SGH-ni MePDCL-o chuonga gita kam kagiparangko rakkichina dabia appeared first on The Shillong Times .
NEHU Tura Campus-ko namdapatna nangengani gimin VC-na sedoa
TURA: North Eastern Hill University (NEHU) Tura Campus-ko 1996 bilsini February jao kulichengaoni dao bilsi 29 gappilengahaoba pilakni gitan galchipako manenga aro namroro silroroanirang dongjaenga ine NEHU Tura Campus Staff Welfare Association (NTCSWA) parakatenba, ia campus-o namdapatna nanganirangko NEHU-ni Vice Chancellor-na seachi uiataha. NTCSWA-ni president TG Momin-ni parakatani gitade, ia campus-ko chalaiani dao bilsi 29 [] The post NEHU Tura Campus-ko namdapatna nangengani gimin VC-na sedoa appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Printing & Stationery office-ko apjitani bidingo kupattianiko ona
TURA: Tura-o donggipa Printing & Stationery department-ni office-ko dikdiksana gipin biapona apjitchengna manchienggipani bidingo West Garo Hills ajani Government Branch Press Industrial Employees Association (GBPIEA), Shillong-o donggipa Printing & Stationery department-ni Director-na sedoatenba, adita kupattianirangko onataha. Iani bidingo department-ni Director-na seachi uiatengon, Tura-o donggipa office-ko gipin biapona apjitchengna manchiengani gimin GBPIEA-ni membor-rang, suk onggijaniko parakatenba, [] The post Printing & Stationery office-ko apjitani bidingo kupattianiko ona appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Police recruitment-ko Robibar salo dakrongani gimin MPYC jegala
TURA: Meghalaya Police-ni recruitment ba dingtang dingtang kamrangna porikkarangko Robibar salrango dakrongengani gimin Meghalaya Pradesh Youth Congress (MPYC) raken jegalataha. MPYC-ni parakatani gitade, Robibar salara Kristianrangni olakkiani aro nengtakani sal onga aro Meghalaya adokara Kristian adok onge, Robibar salo Kristianrangna namen dingtangmanchagipa sal ongani gimin ia salo kamna porikkarangko raaniara rachakna mangijani aro kragijani ongenga. [] The post Police recruitment-ko Robibar salo dakrongani gimin MPYC jegala appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Editor, The news emanating from Washington Trump at it again, says ceasefire a big success (ST May 17 2025) is amusing. Donald Trump the baron of business is good at taking credit for the ceasefire and claims that it is a big success but Indian officials maintained that the agreement was reached through direct military [] The post Whos behind the ceasefire? appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Abruptly and more curiously, focus shifts from the western border to the eastern sector as geo-strategists sound a warning over Bangladeshs attempt to build an airbase with Chinese assistance not far from the Chickens Neck, the narrow 22-km wide land corridor that connects the Indian mainland with North-East India. This is an extremely sensitive region [] The post Dhaka in focus appeared first on The Shillong Times .
We Need to Improve a Lot: Indian Football Head Coach Manolo Marquez
India were held to a goal-less draw by lower-ranked Bangladesh in their opening Group C match of the qualifying third round match on March 25 in Shillong, which left Marquez fuming.
No inquiry against Sniawbahalang Dhar over allegation of funding HNLC: Prestone Tynsong
Shillong, May 20: Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong today said that the State Government has issued directives to all the district administrations to detect illegal immigrants. The directions came following an order from the Central Government to all the states to detect illegal immigrant across the country. Meanwhile, Tynsong has also made it clear that [] The post No inquiry against Sniawbahalang Dhar over allegation of funding HNLC: Prestone Tynsong appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Shillong Teer Results Today, May 20, 2025: Winning Numbers For All Teer Games
Shilpa Shetty shows fun ways to burn calories
Actress and fitness enthusiast Shilpa Shetty has given out fun tips on how to burn calories by doing cardio. Shilpa took to Instagram, where she shared a video of herself doing jumping jacks, standing ab crunches and other exercises before she starts dancing on the zumba number. For the caption, she wrote: The road to [] The post Shilpa Shetty shows fun ways to burn calories appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Benedict Cumberbatch turns injury into style at Cannes red carpet!
Benedict Cumberbatch stole attention with his red carpet appearance at the 78th edition of the Cannes Film Festival. He walked the red carpet with his wife, Sophie Hunter. Dressed in a black tuxedo, which he completed with a neat white shirt and bowtie, Benedict looked dapper. What caught everyones attention was his black arm sling. [] The post Benedict Cumberbatch turns injury into style at Cannes red carpet! appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Indie films bring fame but they dont get support: Nawazuddin
Independent films and directors bring fame to India but they dont get enough support once they return home from festival rounds, says actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui, who believes that movies by Anurag Kashyap, Payal Kapadia, and Neeraj Ghaywan have done more to crack the international market than the big Bollywood projects. According to Siddiqui, indie filmmakers [] The post Indie films bring fame but they dont get support: Nawazuddin appeared first on The Shillong Times .
MCS Trainee Officer-rang, NGH-o sorkarini kamrangko skie raea
RESUBELPARA: 2025 Batch-ni MCS Trainee Officer-rang Sombar salo, North Garo Hills ajaona reangenba, sorkarini kamrangko masie rana gita North Garo Hills District Administration-ni administrative official-rang baksa tomaniko ongatangaha. Ia MCS Trainee officer-rangna, North Garo Hills ajao salgnini training aro exposure program-ko ongatenga aro ia program-ni ningo MCS trainee officer-rangna district aro block-ni gadango kaenggipa kamrangni [] The post MCS Trainee Officer-rang, NGH-o sorkarini kamrangko skie raea appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Focus shifts to rebuilding for CSK, RR to play for pride
New Delhi, May 19: The contest between laggards Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals holds no significance in the context of the play-offs, but both teams will aim to accelerate their rebuilding process with the MS Dhoni-led side looking to transform itself from a dads army into a young brigade. The Tuesdays match is last [] The post Focus shifts to rebuilding for CSK, RR to play for pride appeared first on The Shillong Times .
KKR, RCB pick Shukla, Muzarabani as replacements
New Delhi, May 19: Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru have picked Shivam Shukla and Blessing Muzarabani as replacements for their injured players, the IPL said on Monday. Defending champions KKR, who are already out of playoffs reckoning, have signed Shukla as a replacement for Rovman Powell for the remainder of the season. The [] The post KKR, RCB pick Shukla, Muzarabani as replacements appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Opportunity to finish season well is really important to us: Fleming
New Delhi, May 19: With Chennai Super Kings (CSK) nearing the end of one of their most forgettable IPL seasons since the tournaments inception, head coach Stephen Fleming stated that his team is very aware of the opportunity of finishing their campaign on a strong note and aim to salvage some pride. With tenth-placed CSK [] The post Opportunity to finish season well is really important to us: Fleming appeared first on The Shillong Times .
KL a lot better player than people give him credit for: Moody
New Delhi, May 19: Former Australia batter Tom Moody noted that wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul hasnt been credited by a lot to his true potential after he smashed an unbeaten 112 against Gujarat Titans to rescue Delhi Capitals from a batting collapse on Sunday. Despite Delhi getting off to a sluggish start managing only 28 [] The post KL a lot better player than people give him credit for: Moody appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Mob torches 15 Star Cement trucks after fatal road mishap
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 19: A violent mob attack that left at least 15 trucks gutted and security infrastructure damaged at the Star Cement premises in East Jaintia Hills was triggered by a fatal road accident on Sunday evening. According to the district administration, the incident began when a Star Cement truck collided with [] The post Mob torches 15 Star Cement trucks after fatal road mishap appeared first on The Shillong Times .
NEHU VC warns Sungoh against holding AC meet
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 19: North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) Vice Chancellor Prof. Prabha Shankar Shukla has warned Vice Chancellor in-charge Prof. Sherwin Sungoh against convening the Academic Council meeting on May 21, and warned of action if the meeting is conducted. Prof. Shukla criticized Prof. Sungohs decision, stating that it raises serious concerns about [] The post NEHU VC warns Sungoh against holding AC meet appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Abandoned coal pits polluting water bodies in Meghalaya, study finds
From CK Nayak NEW DELHI, May 19: Unscientific rat-hole coal mining before and after the National Green Tribunal ban has been blamed for many of Meghalayas ills, including the death of several coal miners underground. A recent study has shown that such mining is polluting water and making it scarce in the state, often referred [] The post Abandoned coal pits polluting water bodies in Meghalaya, study finds appeared first on The Shillong Times .
NCC cadet from Mlaya scales Everest; third woman to do so
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 19: A Meghalaya girl has rewritten history by scaling Mount Everest, the worlds highest peak. Cadet Rifiness Warjri, a 20-year-old student of St. Anthonys College and a cadet of 61 Meghalaya Girls Battalion NCC, chosen as the sole representative from the Northeastern region, was part of the 38-member NCC Mount [] The post NCC cadet from Mlaya scales Everest; third woman to do so appeared first on The Shillong Times .
State ready to handle latest COVID surge: Ampareen
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 19: Even as COVID cases continue to surge in some Asian countries, Health Minister Ampareen Lyngdoh on Monday said Meghalayas healthcare system is well-prepared to combat any situation. She told The Shillong Times that robust surveillance and response mechanisms are in place. The government is closely monitoring the situation and [] The post State ready to handle latest COVID surge: Ampareen appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Govt invites bids to run Tura med college on PPP mode
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 19: The state government has invited Expressions of Interest from eligible Indian private sector partners for the operation and management of the proposed Tura Medical College with an annual intake of 150 MBBS students, under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. The government would grant a lease of the land for [] The post Govt invites bids to run Tura med college on PPP mode appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Iewduh set to get Rs 31-cr infrastructure makeover
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 19: Shillongs historic Iewduh market will undergo a beautification and infrastructure overhaul at a cost of Rs 31 crore, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said on Monday while announcing a comprehensive plan for the same. Accompanied by Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong, Tourism Minister Paul Lyngdoh, senior government officials and [] The post Iewduh set to get Rs 31-cr infrastructure makeover appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Call to postpone joint inspection of border fence work
From Our Correspondent JOWAI, May 19: The Coordination Committee on International Border (CCIB) has demanded the postponement of the proposed joint inspection/survey of the construction of the border fencing along the areas bordering Bangladesh. In a letter to the Deputy Commissioner of East Jaintia Hills through Additional Deputy Commissioner (Revenue) of West Jaintia Hills, HML [] The post Call to postpone joint inspection of border fence work appeared first on The Shillong Times .
CM assures support to engineering college
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 19: Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has assured that all necessary steps will be taken to address concerns and upgrade infrastructure to make the Shillong Government College of Engineering fully operational, as mandated by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). The Chief Minister gave this assurance during his [] The post CM assures support to engineering college appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Unpredictable Yunus administration taking Bangladesh towards precariousness
Dhaka, May 19: A top official of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) on Monday mounted a fierce challenge to the interim governments legitimacy, arguing that it lacks a democratic mandate to implement meaningful reforms and has pushed Bangladesh to the path of uncertainty. It is the primary responsibility of this government to take the necessary steps [] The post Unpredictable Yunus administration taking Bangladesh towards precariousness appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Meghalaya: Ecological threat to its mountain bastion
C.P. Rajendran I was researching the 1897 Shillong earthquake, a major seismic event that occurred over a century ago. I started my journey from Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala to Shillong, Meghalaya, to study the field impacts of the great earthquake of 1897, and when I reached Cherrapunji, I had to buy an umbrella. Caught up in [] The post Meghalaya: Ecological threat to its mountain bastion appeared first on NorthEast Now .
