MBoSE announces HSSLC Exam results across three streams
Shillong, May 5: The Meghalaya Board of School Education (MBoSE) on Monday announced the results for the Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate (HSSLC) examinations for the Science, Commerce, and Arts streams. This year, top honors in the Science, Commerce, and Arts streams were claimed by students from Laban Bengalee Boys Higher Secondary School, St. Anthonys [] The post MBoSE announces HSSLC Exam results across three streams appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Bangladesh: Corruption probe launched against Hasinas principal secy
Dhaka, May 5: In a continuous attempt to suppress former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her aides, the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has launched an inquiry against her then-principal secretary, Tofazzel Hossain Miah, on the allegations of amassing huge illicit wealth through corruption and abuse of power, local media reported on Monday. The ACCs spokesperson, [] The post Bangladesh: Corruption probe launched against Hasinas principal secy appeared first on The Shillong Times .
The Wire actor Charley Scalies dies at 84 after prolonged battle with Alzheimers
Los Angeles, May 5: Hollywood actor Charley Scalies, who is known for two of the most celebrated series, The Wire and The Sopranos, has passed away after a battle with Alzheimers. He was 84, and died on May 1. His death was confirmed via an online obituary, reports Variety. (He was) best known first and [] The post The Wire actor Charley Scalies dies at 84 after prolonged battle with Alzheimers appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Railway Projects in Meghalaya: Centre Pushes Ahead Despite Local Resistance
HT Digital GUWAHATI, MAY 5: Despite persistent resistance from pressure groups in Meghalaya, particularly in the Khasi Hills, the Ministry of Railways remains committed to advancing railway connectivity in the region, including the state capital, Shillong. Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reiterated the Centres determination during an informal interaction with journalists at the Waves Summit []
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Vehicle scrappage policy in Meghalaya draws strong public backlash
Guwahati: The Meghalaya governments recent decision to enforce the Vehicle Scrappage Policy has triggered widespread anger and emotional resistance across the state. According to a report by The Shillong Times, the policy mandates phasing out approximately 13,000 vehicles, including 5,000 government-owned vehicles older than 15 years and 8,000 private vehicles over 35 years old. For [] The post Vehicle scrappage policy in Meghalaya draws strong public backlash appeared first on NorthEast Now .
SHILLONG, May 4: The Meghalaya Board of School Education (MBoSE) will announce the Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate (HSSLC) results for all streams Science, Commerce, Vocational, and Arts on Monday. This year, around 29,770 students wrote their HSSLC examinations. Students who appeared for the Class 12 examinations can check their results by logging [] The post HSSLC exam results today appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Terminated staff were outsourced: EFLU on row
SHILLONG, May 4: Responding to allegations about the protest after the university terminated 16 of its contractual employees, the English and Foreign Languages University (EFLU), Regional Campus, Shillong, has stated that the employees were not contractual employees with the university, but were outsourced. Clarifying its position, the Director, Mousumi Banerjee, in a statement issued here, [] The post Terminated staff were outsourced: EFLU on row appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Rly Ministry not to give up on Khasi, Jaintia Hills
SHILLONG, May 5: Even as pressure groups in Meghalaya continue to oppose any railway projects in the Khasi Hills, the Ministry of Railways has made it clear that it remains committed to connecting the region including Shillong through railway infrastructure. Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, speaking informally with journalists during the Waves Summit in Mumbai, [] The post Rly Ministry not to give up on Khasi, Jaintia Hills appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Threat to invade NE India personal remark: Bdesh
From CK Nayak NEW DELHI, May 4: India, which very seriously took Bangladeshs Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunuss landlocked comments on the Northeast region while inviting China to invest heavily, by and large has ignored former BDR Major Generals rhetoric to invade and annex the region in case India attacks Pakistan on the wake of recent [] The post Threat to invade NE India personal remark: Bdesh appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Bdeshis landing in Ri-Bhoi police net
SHILLONG, May 4: The Ri-Bhoi stretch of the Guwahati-Shillong highway appears to have become the hotspot for detecting Bangladeshi nationals who cross over into India illegally. Attempts to cross the border illegally increased manifold since the situation in Bangladesh turned hostile after the fall of the Sheikh Hasina government in August 2024. This is evident [] The post Bdeshis landing in Ri-Bhoi police net appeared first on The Shillong Times .
New Assembly building on throes of completion
SHILLONG, May 4: The under-construction building of the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly is finally nearing completion, marked by the recent erection of a dome and a Glass Reinforced Concrete (GRC) minar (turret) above it. The installation of the dome and minar, which was a highly technical task, took some time due to intermittent rainfall. However, it [] The post New Assembly building on throes of completion appeared first on The Shillong Times .
City school holds quiz competition
SHILLONG, May 4: As part of its 25th anniversary celebrations, Dinet Manik Syiem Memorial Higher Secondary School has inaugurated the first edition of its Inter-School Quiz Competition 2025, themed Science and Technology 2025. The event was inaugurated by school principal Drimsibon Kharkongor in the presence of quiz master Nicholas Jyrwa, Assistant Professor of Computer Science [] The post City school holds quiz competition appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Garo Hills-o politics-ni asel MGNREGA-ni niamko jarikjaenga ine TMC MLA matnanga
SHILLONG: Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA)-ara songni nokni manderangna janggi tangani cholrangko onna mamong sorkarini ragate ongipa scheme-sa ongachim indiba ia sal somoirango sorkariko chalaienggipa manderangni bil jakkalani asel, ia niamko pee, mitam manderangsan namgnirangko manskaenga ine Rajabala-ni TMC MLA Dr Mizanur Rahman Kazi matnangataha. Dr Kazi-ni parakatani gitade, iani sakkiko ia [] The post Garo Hills-o politics-ni asel MGNREGA-ni niamko jarikjaenga ine TMC MLA matnanga appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Niam gri napsrukgiparangko bilakbate sandirokchina Tura MDC didia
TURA: Meghalaya adokona, mongsongbate Garo Hills-ona niam gri napsrukbae songdong achaenggipa Pakistan aro Bangladesh asongni manderangko, asongtangtangona watpilatna manna gita bilakbate sandirokchina Tura-ni MDC aro Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-ni state vice president Bernard N Marak, adok sorkari aro Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC)-ko didiataha. Batanggimin ruuta bilsirangonin salgro salaram jolrango, mongsongbate Garo Hills-o manderangni [] The post Niam gri napsrukgiparangko bilakbate sandirokchina Tura MDC didia appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Gandhipara-o Koch-rang Pabuni festival-ko manianga
TURA: Robibar salo, Meghalaya Koch Association (MKA), Meghalaya Koch Students Union (MKSU) baksa nangrime, Pabuni Festival-ko South West Garo Hills ajani Gandhipara songo manidilangaha. Ia program-ko MKA-ni president Jibanananda Koch dilangaha aro ia Pabuni festival-ko manianio Meghalaya adok gimikonin Koch manderang rebae bak raangtokaha. Ia program-ko ongatanio, Rangsakona-ni MLA aro Khadi & Village Industries-ni Chairman [] The post Gandhipara-o Koch-rang Pabuni festival-ko manianga appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Tura-o Synergy 2025 student exchange program-ko ongata
TURA: Reanggipa Bristibar saloni abachenge, Synergy 2025 inter-college student exchange program-ko salgittamna Tura-ni Don Bosco College of Teacher Education (DBCTE) Hall-o ongatangaha aro ia program-o Tura-ni damsni college-rang bak raangaha. Ia inter-college student exchange program-ko Tura-ni Don Bosco College ongataha aro ia program-ko dingtang dingtang college-rango poraienggipa chatro chatrirangni gisepo meli-nangrimaniko bilakbatatna, antangtangni ui-masianirangko sualgrikna [] The post Tura-o Synergy 2025 student exchange program-ko ongata appeared first on The Shillong Times .
SSLC pass kagipa chatro chatri gimiknan biapko tikatgen: Rakkam
SHILLONG: Ia bilsini Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC)-ko seanio adokni bangbata chatro chatrirangan chusokgipa ongahani gimin pass kagipa chatro chatrirangna higher secondary skulrango aro college-rango biaprangko onanio nengnikanirangko chagrongna nangtokengon, SSLC porikka pass kagipa chatro chatri gimiknan higher secondary gadangrango biaprangko tikatna gita sorkari, ia chang dingtangmancha jakurangko deaha ine adokni Education Minister Rakkam A [] The post SSLC pass kagipa chatro chatri gimiknan biapko tikatgen: Rakkam appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Opp tears into govt claims as power woes beleaguer GH
SHILLONG, May 4: The Opposition has picked holes in the state governments optimistic portrayal of Meghalayas power situation, bringing to light the grim realities unfolding in the rural expanse of Garo Hills, where prolonged power cuts, sometimes stretching over six days, have become a harrowing norm. Painting a stark picture of neglect and suffering, TMC [] The post Opp tears into govt claims as power woes beleaguer GH appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Shillong-born musician enthralls gathering at Wave Summit 2025
SHILLONG, May 4: In a proud moment for Meghalaya, Shillong-born musician Jiya captivated audiences at the Wave Summit 2025 in Mumbai, one of Indias most prestigious cultural events. The summit brought together some of the biggest names in Bollywood, international artists and industry leaders. Amidst this stellar gathering, Jiya emerged as a standout talentknown for [] The post Shillong-born musician enthralls gathering at Wave Summit 2025 appeared first on The Shillong Times .
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Theft Smailstar D Sangma lodged a complaint that on April 30 around 5 pm, unknown miscreant(s) stole his motorcycle (ML-05AE-5421), which was parked on the roadside, opposite to Directorate of Printing & Stationery, Shillong. Sahidul Rahman lodged a complaint that on April 24, unknown miscreant(s) stole his motorcycle (ML-08H-7862) from Chandigre village in West Garo [] The post CRIME UPDATE appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Tripura ropes in IIM Shillong to strengthen rural governance
Meghalaya students body accuses NEIGRIHMS Director of misleading on nursing ratio approval
Shillong: The Khasi Students Union (KSU) on Saturday intensified its protest against the North Eastern Indira Gandhi Regional Institute of Health and Medical Sciences (NEIGRIHMS), accusing Director Nalin Mehta of misrepresenting the need for central approval to implement an 80:20 female-to-male ratio in nursing appointments. KSU general secretary Donald V Thabah, addressing reporters, dismissed Prof. [] The post Meghalaya students body accuses NEIGRIHMS Director of misleading on nursing ratio approval appeared first on NorthEast Now .
TCS Former CEO & MD Shri S. Ramadorai Joins Assam Royal Global Universitys Governing Board
Guwahati, May 3, 2025 The Assam Royal Global University (RGU) proudly announces that Shri S. Ramadorai, former CEO and MD of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and a globally renowned leader in IT and education, has joined its Governing Board as a distinguished member. This landmark addition reinforces RGUs commitment to fostering innovation, expanding educational [] The post TCS Former CEO & MD Shri S. Ramadorai Joins Assam Royal Global Universitys Governing Board appeared first on The Shillong Times .
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APTOA seeks Bhutan, Nepal model of tourism development
ITANAGAR, May 3: The Arunachal Pradesh Tour Operators Association (APTOA)has urged the adoption of sustainable and high-value tourism models akin to those followed by Bhutanand Nepal, emphasizing quality over quantity in tourism development. During a meeting of the Union Parliamentary Standing Committee (PSC) on Transport, Tourism & Cultureheld in Shillong on Friday, APTOA adviser Tsering []
Marking the completion of 2 years of Manipur conflict, NEHU Manipuri Students' Union NEMSU observed a minute of silence and paid tributes to martyrs at the North Eastern Hill University NEHU Shillong campus today Meitei teachers, students and members of various other communities took part in the observance held in front of the NEHU Central Library Source The Sangai Express
When the hills speak: Meghalayas journalists and the quiet struggle for press freedom
By David Laitphlang Each year, World Press Freedom Day reminds us that the freedom to inform, to question, and to challenge power remains a cornerstone of any vibrant democracy. In 2025, the theme A Press for the Planet: Journalism in the Face of the Environmental Crisis resonates deeply in Meghalaya, a state where [] The post When the hills speak: Meghalayas journalists and the quiet struggle for press freedom appeared first on The Shillong Times .
WAVES Summit 2025: New life for content creators in India
The ongoing Summit reveals tremendous potential for innovation, creative imagination and a futuristic vision reports Aafaque Hussain from Mumbai Content Creation initially started some years ago as a hobby for people to upload videos across social media platforms to share some moments of their lives with friends and family and later the whole concept of [] The post WAVES Summit 2025: New life for content creators in India appeared first on The Shillong Times .
HNLC extortion bid foiled; 2 cadres arrested by Ri-Bhoi police
Shillong, May 3: Based on credible information that the banned Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) is attempting to illegally extort huge amounts from local businessmen and government official of the district by threatening them with causing physical harm, murder, etc., a Counter Insurgency Operation was conducted yesterday in Ri-Bhoi district. During the operation, one suspected [] The post HNLC extortion bid foiled; 2 cadres arrested by Ri-Bhoi police appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Meghalaya Eyes Record 2 Million Tourists in 2025, Launches New Initiatives for Visitor Experience
HT Digital SHILLONG, MAY 3: Meghalayas Tourism Minister, Paul Lyngdoh, on Friday expressed strong optimism about the state welcoming a record 2 million tourists this year. The projection is rooted in the state governments ongoing infrastructure upgrades and a slew of new initiatives aimed at improving urban management and enhancing tourism services. We are confident []
Meghalaya Minister Warns of Sleeper Cell Threats, Calls for Tight Border Vigilance
HT Digital SHILLONG, May 3: Meghalaya Cabinet Minister Rakkam A Sangma on Friday issued a stern warning regarding the threat of sleeper cells and illegal infiltration, particularly in areas along the India-Bangladesh border. He urged both civilians and security personnel to remain highly vigilant, citing growing security concerns in the region. Minister Sangma highlighted vulnerabilities []
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Mlaya govt to boost film & cultural infra with new cinema halls, library upgrades
SHILLONG, May 2: In a move to revitalise the local film industry and improve access to cultural resources, the Meghalaya government is pushing ahead with the construction of new cinema halls in Shillong and the modernisation of library infrastructure across the state. Arts and Culture Minister Paul Lyngdoh announced that two cinema halls are set [] The post Mlaya govt to boost film & cultural infra with new cinema halls, library upgrades appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Govt reviews devp work for state varsity
SHILLONG, May 2: Education Minister Rakkam A Sangma on Friday visited Captain Williamson Sangma State University in Balalgre to review ongoing development works, along with Rangsakona MLA Subir Marak and Adviser to the Government of Meghalaya (Education department), HM Shangpliang. During the visit, the Education minister assessed the progress of key infrastructure and amenities being [] The post Govt reviews devp work for state varsity appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Be better prepared for monsoon, CM tells officials
SHILLONG, May 2: Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Friday sought effective coordination among different departments and organisations to minimise loss and suffering during floods, landslides, and other issues during the monsoon season. He emphasised the need for prompt problem mitigation while chairing a meeting with officials of the State Disaster Management Authority and other [] The post Be better prepared for monsoon, CM tells officials appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Meghalaya eyes 20 lakh tourist footfall in 2025
SHILLONG, May 2: The state government has expressed optimism about Meghalaya touching 20 lakh tourist arrivals this year, buoyed by infrastructure upgrades and new initiatives to enhance urban management and tourism services. Upbeat about the Meghalayas growing prominence as a preferred travel destination, Tourism Minister Paul Lyngdoh on Friday said, We expect to touch 20 [] The post Meghalaya eyes 20 lakh tourist footfall in 2025 appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Motorist crashes into road divider on NH-6, injured
NONGPOH, May 2: In a road accident on Friday afternoon along NH-6 near Umkaliar, Ri-Bhoi, a motorcycle (AS-21M-8348) crashed into the road divider after losing control of his bike. According to eyewitnesses, the motorist, one Dambeswar Das (24), a resident of Khatgaon, Jaluguti Charaibahi in Marigaon district of Assam, attempted to overtake a vehicle and [] The post Motorist crashes into road divider on NH-6, injured appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Biker from Assam injured in mishap at Umkaliar in Ri Bhoi district of Meghalaya
Nongpoh, May 2: A bike rider was injured during a mishap that took place along the National Highway 3 near Umkaliar under Ri Bhoi District at around 3 pm on Friday. The mishap involved a Yamaha FZ motorcycle bearing registration number AS-21M-8348, riden by one Dambeswar Das, 24, son of Dhoniram Das, a resident of [] The post Biker from Assam injured in mishap at Umkaliar in Ri Bhoi district of Meghalaya appeared first on The Shillong Times .
2-day Strawberry Festival gets on the roll at Sohliya village in Ri Bhoi
Nongpoh, May 2: As part of its initiative to promote agro-tourism and enhance farmers livelihoods, the Meghalayan Age Limited, in collaboration with the Departments of Tourism, Agriculture, and Farmers Welfare, on Friday inaugurated the two-day Strawberry Festival at Sohliya village in Ri Bhoi District. This is the second time the festival is being hosted in [] The post 2-day Strawberry Festival gets on the roll at Sohliya village in Ri Bhoi appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Meghalaya explores alternate site for state varsitys Shillong campus amid land dispute
Guwahati: The Meghalaya government is actively seeking alternative locations for the Shillong campus of the Captain Williamson Sangma State University after the initially chosen Bijni Complex became embroiled in a legal ownership dispute, hindering the establishment of the new campus. Following the concern, Meghalayas Education Minister Rakkam A. Sangma addressed the media persons on Thursday, [] The post Meghalaya explores alternate site for state varsitys Shillong campus amid land dispute appeared first on NorthEast Now .
HT Digital SHILLONG, MAY 2: The Meghalaya government has firmly rejected allegations of denying the ongoing problem of illegal coal mining and transportation in the state. In a recent statement, government spokesperson and Cabinet Minister Paul Lyngdoh reaffirmed the administrations commitment to complying with the directives of the High Court of Meghalaya and transitioning fully []
Meghalaya Cabinet Approves Major Upgrade to Education Infrastructure
HT Digital SHILLONG, MAY 2: In a significant decision on May 1, the Meghalaya Cabinet approved a comprehensive plan to strengthen the states education infrastructure. The proposal includes upgrading six government secondary schools to higher secondary institutions and introducing new academic streams in 11 existing higher secondary schools. Government spokesperson Paul Lyngdoh announced the move []
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MIs 100-run rout sends RR out of playoffs race
Jaipur, May 1: Mumbai Indians extended their remarkable winning streak to six matches with a 100-run rout of Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League here on Thursday, pushing the home team out of the race for playoffs. Openers Rohit Sharma (53 off 36 balls) and Ryan Rickelton (61 off 38) struck sublime half-centuries before [] The post MIs 100-run rout sends RR out of playoffs race appeared first on The Shillong Times .
SSLC-ni topper-rangna Edu Minister mande rapilskaaniko daka
BAGHMARA: Ia 2025 bilsini Secondary School Leaving Cerficate (SSLC) porikkao name chusokanggipa Rongara-Siju constituency-ni chatro chatrirangna Bristibar salo, adokni Education Minister aro jolni MLA Rakkam A Sangma, South Garo Hills ajani Karukol songo mande rapilskaaniko dakangaha. SSLC porikkao namgipa mark-rangko mane first division-o pass kaanggipa chatro chatrirangna mande rapilskaani chin gita ua, tangka aro certificate-rangko [] The post SSLC-ni topper-rangna Edu Minister mande rapilskaaniko daka appeared first on The Shillong Times .
GT eye quick turnaround; SRH need win for berth in playoffs
Ahmedabad, May 1: Gujarat Titans will look to bounce back from the carnage that wonder boy Vaibhav Suryavanshi inflicted on them when they face a stuttering Sunrisers Hyderabad in an IPL match here on Friday. GT were left stunned when Rajasthan Royals Suryavanshi took the game by storm, smashing the fastest century of the season [] The post GT eye quick turnaround; SRH need win for berth in playoffs appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Glenn Maxwell fractures finger, likely out of IPL
Chennai, May 1: Punjab Kings Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell is likely out of the Indian Premier Leagues remaining matches after fracturing his finger. Maxwell suffered the injury before PBKS rained out previous game against Kolkata Knight Riders in which he was dismissed for 7 continuing an underwhelming season. He was replaced by Suryansh Shedge in [] The post Glenn Maxwell fractures finger, likely out of IPL appeared first on The Shillong Times .
CSK bowling coach defends Pathirana
Chennai, May 1: Chennai Super Kings bowling coach Eric Simons has defended Matheesha Pathirana amid his underwhelming form this IPL season, saying that the opposition batters have started reading and adapting better to him. The five-time champions were eliminated from the IPL play off race on Wednesday when they lost to Punjab Kings, their eighth [] The post CSK bowling coach defends Pathirana appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Kit recollects humiliating experience with Bella on Game of Thrones
The Game of Thrones star Kit Harington has opened up on his embarrassing experience on the sets of the show when he kept forgetting his lines, and was helped by his co-actor. Before Bella Ramsey led their own HBO adaptation with The Last of Us, they made their television debut on Game of Thrones, playing [] The post Kit recollects humiliating experience with Bella on Game of Thrones appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Tom Hanks celebrates 37 years of union with wife Rita Wilson
Hollywood legend Tom Hanks, who was last seen in Here, is celebrating 37 years of his marriage with Rita Wilson. On Thursday, the actor took to his Instagram, and shared a picture of himself with his wife. In the picture, the couple can be seen near a water body presumably after their swimming or diving [] The post Tom Hanks celebrates 37 years of union with wife Rita Wilson appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Barca, Inter play 3-3 thriller
Barcelona, May 1: Lamine Yamals curler that went in off the post after the teenagers great dribble? Marcus Thurams nifty back-heeled flick? Raphinhas missile that hit the bar and the goalkeeper before finding the net? And dont forget Denzel Dumfries bicycle kick, before he scored again with a powerful header. You have your pick of [] The post Barca, Inter play 3-3 thriller appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Mendipathar Salpara stadium to finally get turf
Resubelpara, May 1: In a major reason for cheer for lovers of the sport of cricket in Garo Hills, the Salpara Stadium in Mendipathar in North Garo Hills (NGH), one of the most picturesque venues where cricket is played, will finally get a turf for players to develop their game. The Salpara stadium is one [] The post Mendipathar Salpara stadium to finally get turf appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Found ball tampering and security issues challenging: Just-retired match referee Boon
DUBAI, May 1: Just-retired ICC match referee David Boon says ball tampering and security issues were the biggest challenges that he found confronting during his 14-year tenure in the position. Boon officiated in 87 Tests, 183 ODIs and 119 T20Is in the mens game and seven womens T20Is. The 64-year-old former Australia opener, who will [] The post Found ball tampering and security issues challenging: Just-retired match referee Boon appeared first on The Shillong Times .
WARSAW, May 1: Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa finished third while Slovenias Vladimir Fedoseev expectedly won the Superbet Rapid and Blitz tournament, an event on the Grand Chess tour. Indian GM Aravindh Chithambaram did not see any change in his fortunes in the blitz section and had to be content with a tie for seventh place [] The post Praggnanandhaa finishes third appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Olympic champion Arshad Nadeems Instagram account blocked in India
NEW DELHI, May1: Pakistans Olympic gold-winning javelin thrower Arshad Nadeems Instagram account has been blocked in India owing to a legal request in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack. Users attempting to access Nadeems Instagram page from India are met with the message: Account not available in India. This is because we complied with [] The post Olympic champion Arshad Nadeems Instagram account blocked in India appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Indian eves lose 0-2 to Aussies, suffers third straight defeat
PERTH, May 1: The Indian womens hockey team showed plenty of fight but went down 0-2 against Australia in the third game of their Australia tour, at the Perth Hockey Stadium on Thursday. Courtney Schonell (9) opened the scoring for the hosts in the first quarter before Grace Stewart (52) added a second in the [] The post Indian eves lose 0-2 to Aussies, suffers third straight defeat appeared first on The Shillong Times .
People rescue white shark stranded in shallow water Melbourne, May 1: Tourist Nash Core admits he felt some fear when he and his 11-year-old son waded into the ocean off the Australian coast to help rescue a 3-metre great white shark stranded in shallow water. Three local men managed to return the distressed animal from [] The post POT POURRI appeared first on The Shillong Times .
EC opposes move to bar ICT-accused individuals from contesting elections
Dhaka, May 1: The Election Commission (EC) of Bangladesh stated on Thursday that it will not consider the recommendation to disqualify individuals and fugitives indicted in the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) from contesting in the upcoming election as immediately implementable. Without mentioning former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina or her Awami League party, the constitutional body [] The post EC opposes move to bar ICT-accused individuals from contesting elections appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Culinary festival celebrates culture, fermentation & indigenous cuisine
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 1: The vibrant Culinary Cascade Festival began on Wednesday with a ceremonial inauguration that brought together culinary experts, food entrepreneurs, and key dignitaries to celebrate Meghalayas rich food heritage. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma launched the three-day food festival at Wards Lake. The event, which runs till May 3, is [] The post Culinary festival celebrates culture, fermentation & indigenous cuisine appeared first on The Shillong Times .
FSSAI training prog under way in WGH
From Our Correspondent TURA, May 1: As part of a state-wide initiative to train food handlers, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is conducting a three-day FoSTaC (Food Safety Training and Certification) programme at the Prime Hub Conference Hall, Food Craft Institute Building, Nazing Bazar, Tura. The training, which commenced on April [] The post FSSAI training prog under way in WGH appeared first on The Shillong Times .
AHAM asks govt to declare Tura as winter capital without delay
From Our Correspondent TURA, May 1: Stepping up its demand for the declaration of Tura as the winter capital of Meghalaya, the Achik Holistic Awakening Movement (AHAM) has urged the state government to act decisively without subjecting the proposal to further feasibility assessments, contending that similar decisions in other states were made without such procedural [] The post AHAM asks govt to declare Tura as winter capital without delay appeared first on The Shillong Times .
HNYF slams CAPF & police deployment inside NEHU campus
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 1: The Hynniewtrep National Youth Front (HNYF), East Khasi Hills, has strongly criticised the state government for deploying police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) on the campus of North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU). Calling the move unnecessary and inappropriate in an academic setting, HNYF East Khasi Hills president, Stevenson R. [] The post HNYF slams CAPF & police deployment inside NEHU campus appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Group alleges anomalies in GH cenotaph project, seeks probe
From Our Correspondent TURA, May 1: The Achik Youth Welfare Organisation (AYWO) has called for an impartial inquiry into alleged irregularities in the tender process for the beautification and construction of cenotaph in Tura Babupara, which carries an estimated cost of over Rs two crore. In a letter addressed to Urban Affairs Minister Sniawbhalang Dhar, [] The post Group alleges anomalies in GH cenotaph project, seeks probe appeared first on The Shillong Times .
City programmes mark Intl Labour Day celebrations
Our Bureau SHILLONG/BAGHMARA, May 1: The Interact Club, in collaboration with the Student Council of BK Bajoria School, celebrated International Labour Day with an event on Thursday, marked by respect and appreciation for the hard work and dedication of workers who contribute to society and the school community. The event aimed to honour the invaluable [] The post City programmes mark Intl Labour Day celebrations appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Nongpoh MLA content with Ri-Bhoi road project progress
From Our Correspondent NONGPOH, May 1: Nongpoh MLA Mayralborn Syiem on Thursday expressed his satisfaction with the ongoing construction of the Nongpoh-Umden-Sunapur (NUS) Road, following a thorough site inspection aimed at assessing progress and ensuring smooth implementation. Syiem was accompanied by Umling C&RD Block BDO Eric Kevin Dkhar, officials from the PWD (Roads) Nongpoh Division [] The post Nongpoh MLA content with Ri-Bhoi road project progress appeared first on The Shillong Times .
CM bats for preservation of Indian Knowledge Systems
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 1: Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Thursday stressed the importance of preserving and promoting Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) at the inaugural session of a two-day national seminar organised by Lady Keane College, Shillong. Supported by the Chief Ministers Special Grant, the seminar, which was hosted by the colleges Internal Quality [] The post CM bats for preservation of Indian Knowledge Systems appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Newborn girl abandoned near Shillong CH
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 1: A newborn infant girl was found abandoned at a pan shop near Shillong Civil Hospital early Thursday morning. According to the District Child Protection Officer of the District Child Protection Unit, East Khasi Hills, the infant is currently under the care and protection of Lawei Baphyrnai, a Specialised Adoption [] The post Newborn girl abandoned near Shillong CH appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Will bring back golden days of prosperity in Bangladesh: Former PM Hasina
Dhaka, May 1: Former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina on Thursday highlighted the current plight of all classes and professions in the country, especially workers and farmers, stating that the working class has plunged into a deep crisis since the illegal seizure of power by anti-state conspirators on August 5, last year. Extending greetings [] The post Will bring back golden days of prosperity in Bangladesh: Former PM Hasina appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Meghalaya High Court Orders Fast-Tracking of Shillong Airport Expansion
HT Digital SHILLONG, MAY 1: The High Court of Meghalaya has directed both the state government and central authorities to expedite the long-pending expansion of Shillong Airport to enable operations of larger aircraft. This directive came during a hearing on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL), where a division bench comprising Chief Justice IP Mukerji and []
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No waterbodies qualify as Ramsar sites, govt reports to Meghalaya HC
Shillong: The Meghalaya government has informed the High Court that none of the states waterbodies currently meet the criteria for designation as Ramsar sites under the internationally recognized Ramsar Convention on Wetlands. This information was presented in a report submitted by the Chief Conservator of Forests (Administration), Department of Forests and Environment, during a hearing [] The post No waterbodies qualify as Ramsar sites, govt reports to Meghalaya HC appeared first on NorthEast Now .
SWKH man held for slitting womans throat
MAWKYRWAT, April 30: A 26-year-old woman from Thangrai village in Nongnah area under Ranikor Civil Sub-Division in South West Khasi Hills District, identified as Tophibet Pariong, suffered grievous injuries after one person identified as Jacinth Sanglyne of Nongkdait village allegedly assaulted her and slit her throat. South West Khasi Hills SP, Banraplang Jyrwa said the [] The post SWKH man held for slitting womans throat appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Ex-Edn minister urges CM to step in to end NEHU impasse
SHILLONG, April 30: At a time when the prestigious North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) is facing a prolonged crisis, former Education minister and UDP MLA, Lahkmen Rymbui on Wednesday urged Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma to intervene and mediate between the university administration and the Ministry of Education to end the impasse. Rymbui believes that the [] The post Ex-Edn minister urges CM to step in to end NEHU impasse appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Court directs govt, Centre to expedite airport expansion
SHILLONG, April 30: The High Court of Meghalaya on Wednesday directed the state government and central authorities to expedite the long-pending expansion and development of the Shillong Airport so that it can accommodate larger aircraft. During a hearing of a PIL, a division bench, comprising Chief Justice IP Mukerji and Justice W Diengdoh, expressed concern [] The post Court directs govt, Centre to expedite airport expansion appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Meghalaya top beneficiary of central tax doles: Report
SHILLONG, April 30: Meghalaya contributes very little in direct taxes to the central government yet it receives more financial support than any other state in India. For every Rs 100 it pays in taxes, it gets back nearly Rs 5,000 in return, says a report by Wint Wealth, an online platform for retail investors. [] The post Meghalaya top beneficiary of central tax doles: Report appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Centre sanctions Rs 22,864 cr four-lane high-speed corridor
166.80-km highway to connect Mawlyngkhung to Panchgram NEW DELHI/GUWAHATI/SHILLONG, April 30: The Centre on Wednesday formally approved one of the single biggest greenfield four-lane high speed road corridors between Shillong and Silchar at a whopping cost of Rs 22,864 crore benefitting not only Meghalaya and Assam but also neighbouring Mizoram and Tripura. The Cabinet Committee [] The post Centre sanctions Rs 22,864 cr four-lane high-speed corridor appeared first on The Shillong Times .
VPP to present evidence of coal nexus to Centre
SHILLONG, April 30: The Voice of the People Party (VPP) is preparing to collate all illegalities discovered in illegal coal mining and transportation to present them in a clear and transparent manner to the central government for necessary action. VPPs Shillong MP, Ricky AJ Syngkon stated that the party will take one step at a [] The post VPP to present evidence of coal nexus to Centre appeared first on The Shillong Times .
State Cong to highlight MDAs corruption before people
SHILLONG, April 30: The Meghalaya Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) has decided to study the various corruption charges against the NPP-led MDA government and take them to the people. AICC joint secretary in-charge of Meghalaya Mathew Antony told reporters here on Wednesday that a meeting of the MPCCs Political Executive Committee (PEC) held on Tuesday discussed [] The post State Cong to highlight MDAs corruption before people appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Bdesh HC orders Hindu leaders release
Dhaka, April 30: A bench of Bangladesh High Court on Wednesday ordered release of Hindu leader Chinmoy Krishna Das on bail, five months after he was arrested on a charge of defaming the countrys national flag, court officials said. The two-judge bench declared absolute its earlier rule asking authorities why he should not be granted [] The post Bdesh HC orders Hindu leaders release appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Act against human rights violations in Balochistan, UN experts tell Pak
United Nations/Geneva, April 30: UN human rights experts have asked Pakistan to address human rights violations in Balochistan, expressing alarm at the unrelenting use of enforced disappearances in the province and condemning reports of widespread torture, extrajudicial killings and indiscriminate violence by its security forces. The experts expressed serious concern over the excessive and harmful [] The post Act against human rights violations in Balochistan, UN experts tell Pak appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Kremlin says deal to end war with Ukraine cant be achieved quickly
Kyiv, April 30: Clinching a deal to end the Russia-Ukraine war is far too complex to be done quickly, a senior Kremlin official said Wednesday, as the US labours to bring momentum to peace efforts and expresses frustration over the slow progress. Meanwhile, a nighttime Russian drone attack on Ukraines second-largest city of Kharkiv wounded [] The post Kremlin says deal to end war with Ukraine cant be achieved quickly appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Pak cancels all flights to PoK
Islamabad, April 30: Pakistan on Wednesday announced cancellation of all domestic flights to Gilgit and Skardu amid escalating tensions with India after last weeks Pahalgam attack in which 26 innocent civilians lost their lives. The decision to suspend the flights to the northern regions was made after a review of national airspace safety protocols. All [] The post Pak cancels all flights to PoK appeared first on The Shillong Times .
India & Pakistan receive deluge of appeals for de-escalation, parleys
NEW YORK/WASHINGTON/LONDON/DUBAI, April 30: Amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan, various counties have made a clarion call for restraint to be exercised by both parties. US seeks de-escalation The US called on both countries not to escalate the conflict. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will speak to their foreign ministers as early as today [] The post India & Pakistan receive deluge of appeals for de-escalation, parleys appeared first on The Shillong Times .
PSG near Champions League final after win over Arsenal
London, April 30: Paris Saint-Germain is leaving England on a high again and within touching distance of a second Champions League final. Ousmane Dembeles early goal gave PSG a 1-0 win over Arsenal on Tuesday in the first leg of their semifinal, and only a couple of late misses prevented the advantage from growing bigger. [] The post PSG near Champions League final after win over Arsenal appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Cricket retained for 2026 Asian Games in Japan
New Delhi, April 30: The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) has confirmed that cricket will be a part of the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games to be held in Japan from September 19 to October 4. The call to retain cricket was taken during the meeting between the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) and the organising [] The post Cricket retained for 2026 Asian Games in Japan appeared first on The Shillong Times .
FC Goa beat Mohun Bagan to enter Super Cup final
Bhubaneswar, April 30: FC Goa breezed into the Kalinga Super Cup summit clash with a crushing 3-1 win over Mohun Bagan SG, riding on second-half goals from Iker Guarrotxena and Borja Herrera, here Wednesday. The Gaurs, champions in 2019, will face the winners of the clash between Mumbai City FC and Jamshedpur FC in Saturdays [] The post FC Goa beat Mohun Bagan to enter Super Cup final appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Titan Donnarumma saves the day for PSG
London, April 30: Gianluigi Donnarumma was hailed as a titan by Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique after producing some brilliant saves against Arsenal to ensure his team took a lead into the second leg of their Champions League semifinal next week. The Italy goalkeeper continued his impressive form in the knockout stage by pulling off [] The post Titan Donnarumma saves the day for PSG appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Rs 22,800 crore project linking Silchar & Shillong gets Cabinet nod
