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Shillong, Aug 6:Thousands of supporters of the opposition Voice of the People Party (VPP) took to the streets of Shillong today, accusing the Meghalaya Democratic Alliance (MDA) government of failing to address public concerns and pursuing policies that are against the interests of indigenous communities. The rally, which saw the participation of around 3,000 people, [] The post Listen to the People: VPP rallies against Govt amid heavy security first appeared on Highland Post .

Shillong, Aug 6:East Khasi Hills Deputy Commissioner Abhilash Baranwal today informed that the district administration has had five rounds of meetings with various stakeholders on the Meghalaya Residents Safety and Security Act (MRSSA). According to the DC, three rounds of meetings were held with Rangbah Shnongs, one with traditional chiefs and another with the officials [] The post Not all localities implementing MRSSA properly first appeared on Highland Post .

Shillong, Aug 6:The Hills State Peoples Democratic Party (HSPDP) youth wing has urged that the proposed Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, not be rushed through and instead be referred to a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) for detailed scrutiny. In a press statement, the HSPDP youth wing said the union government intends to take up [] The post HSPDP seeks JPC scrutiny of proposed FCRA Amendment Bill first appeared on Highland Post .

Dr. Saswati Pattanaik Breastfeeding is one of the most effective, equitable, and sustainable interventions for improving maternal and child health. It provides complete nutrition, protects against infectious and chronic diseases, promotes cognitive development, and contributes to environmental sustainability by reducing dependence on manufactured infant formula. The theme for World Breastfeeding Week 2026, Breastfeeding for a [] The post Breastfeeding for Sustainable Start: Strengthen What Works