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Shillong, Aug 22:The Meghalaya Linguistic Minority Development Forum (MLMDF) has moved the Meghalaya High Court seeking an end to masked mob violence in Shillong, ban on face masks during rallies, impounding of unplated bikes and drone surveillance of protest routes. Condemning the targeted violence, street intimidation, vandalism and desecration of national icons in Shillong during [] The post Minorities forum moves HC, seeks mask ban, drone vigil during rallies first appeared on Highland Post

Shillong, Aug 22:Sometimes, all it takes to light up a childs day is a little time, laughter and heart. Living by this spirit, youth-led organisation Support Wings organised Little Smiles an engagement initiative for children at a local orphanage in Langkyrding, Shillong bringing together 10 young volunteers for an afternoon of learning, creativity [] The post Little Smiles lights up afternoon for children in Shillong orphanage first appeared on Highland Post .

Shillong, Aug 22:A resident of Lower Nongthymmai has complained of repeated late-night loud music allegedly from Alaya Cafe & Bar Rooftop, BM Tower, Fire Brigade Road, seeking immediate enforcement of night-time noise laws. In a representation to the Governor, Chief Minister, Deputy Commissioner and SP, East Khasi Hills, complainant Susan Marbaniang said loud music [] The post Resident complains of late-night loud music at Nongthymmai rooftop bar first appeared on Highland Post .

By Raphael Warjri Khasi Heritage: The Cradle of Khasi Culture The interconnection of nature is deeply ingrained with spiritual significance, with energy flowing from the elemental forces shaping and sustaining life. From the radiant warmth of the sun to the tranquil influence of the moon, from the refreshing breezes of the air to the life-giving [] The post A Commentary on Khasi Folklore- 30 first appeared on Highland Post .

Shillong, Aug 22:The Meghalaya Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) condemned violence and intimidation causing fear in Shillong, while holding the NPP-BJP-led state government accountable for failure to anticipate and prevent escalation, including along the Meghalaya-Assam border. In a statement on Saturday, the Congress said people are paying the price for an administration that has substituted governance [] The post Congress slams Govt over law and order, says governance reduced to lip service f

Shillong, Aug 22:Citizens and civil society lit candles for peace at State Central Library on Saturday eveningafter the August 19 violence, which was followed by heightened tensions betweenMeghalaya and Assam. Held under the theme Citizens & Civil Society for Peace, Healing and Harmony with the message Light a Candle. Stand for Peace, the vigil called [] The post Candlelight vigil for peace held; faith forum, students decry violence first appeared on Highland Post .

Shillong, Aug 22:CAU-KVK, South Garo Hills under ICAR-ATARI, Zone-VII, Umiam organised a five-day skill training on Scientific Production Technology of Mushroom Cultivation for Sustainable Income Generation from August 17-21. Twenty-five rural youth from different villages attended the programme. Principal Scientist & Head, KVK, Dr A Haribhushan emphasised use of spent mushroom substrate for vermicomposting to [] The post 5-day mushroom cultivation training held in South Garo Hills first appeare

Nongpoh, Aug 22:Eighty-five students from different educational institutions across Ri-Bhoi who successfully completed their undergraduate examinations and emerged as top performers were felicitated by Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) during a special ceremony held in Nongpoh on Tuesday. The felicitation programme was attended by Himalaya Shangpliang, adviser to Meghalayas Education Department, as the chief guest. Nongpoh [] The post MGU honours 85 undergrad exam achievers first appeared on Highl