Meghalaya celebrates Environment Day 2025 SHILLONG/MAWKYRWAT/JOWAI, June 5: With a passionate call for public participation and personal accountability in environmental conservation, Chief Minister Conrad Sangma led the celebration of World Environment Day 2025 in Meghalaya on Thursday. Rest of the state rallied with enthusiasm marking the day with plantation drives, awareness campaigns, and a slew [] The post Reflect, Act: Clarion call for personal accountability appeared first on The Shillong

SHILLONG, June 5: The Urban Affairs department has initiated efforts to identify suitable land for establishing a permanent campus of the Captain Williamson Sangma State University at the New Shillong Township. Education Minister Rakkam A Sangma said that, while plans for a permanent campus are under way, the government is also looking for a temporary [] The post Campus for state varsity on cards appeared first on The Shillong Times .

SHILLONG, June 5: In the wake of risky conditions and in a bid to ensure the smooth and safe execution of ongoing road construction works, the road stretch from Laitlyngkot to Lyngkyrdem (Chainage Kms 24+00 37+00) has been periodically closed to all vehicular traffic from June 9 to 13 between 8 AM and 11 [] The post Curbs on road stretch in Sohra from June 9 to 13 appeared first on The Shillong Times .

SHILLONG, June 5: The court of B Khriam, Special Judge (POCSO), East Jaintia Hills, has sentenced one Boti Surong to 25 years of rigorous imprisonment for committing an offence under Section 6(1) of the POCSO Act along with fine of Rs 30,000. In default of payment, the convict will serve an additional two months of [] The post Man gets 25 yrs of RI for sexual assault of minor appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Northampton, June 5: K L Rahul would look to make the most of his first red-ball outing in months ahead of the Test series against England while the fringe players will be desperate for impactful performances when India A face England Lions in their second and final unofficial Test beginning here on Friday. With major [] The post All eyes on KL Rahul in second four-day game vs England Lions appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Govt to install CCTV cameras in places with high tourist footfall By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 4: Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma has admitted that the recent murder of a tourist from Indore has shocked everyone, especially in a tourist-friendly state like Meghalaya. Promising to ensure justice, the chief minister remained non-committal on the demand [] The post Tourists murder: Conrad promises justice, steers clear of CBI inquiry appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 4: The mortal remains of Indore transporter Raja Raghuvanshi were consigned to flames on Wednesday evening, even as his grieving family renewed calls for a CBI probe into the circumstances surrounding his murder in Sohra. Rajas body, flown in from Shillong, arrived at the Indore airport around 5 PM and [] The post Rajas body cremated; family repeats demand for CBI probe appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 4: The joint survey for erection of boundary pillars on the Assam-Meghalaya interstate border has achieved 80-90% completion in the six areas covered under the first phase of resolution in 2022, but several locations like Malang Salbari, Ratacherra, and Pilangkata remain excluded due to unresolved complications stemming from the 2012 [] The post Boundary pillar survey work faces hurdles in disputed sites appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 4: The State Cabinet on Wednesday approved the amendment to the Meghalaya Building Byelaws, 2021 to be applicable in the Secretariat Hills and the European Ward areas of Shillong. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said there are two categoriespublic and semi-public buildingswhere it has been decided that the maximum permissible [] The post Cabinet nod to Building Byelaws amendment appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 4: The recent allegation levelled by a businessman, accusing one Synshar Khymdeit from Mawhati in Ri-Bhoi of being a fundraiser for the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) has been found to be mere slander. The HNLC had previously denied the youths involvement in raising funds for them, stating that his [] The post HNLC extortion case: Malicious intent found in complaint appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 4: The Voice of the People Party on Wednesday severely denounced the Meghalaya governments recent decision to phase out the deficit system in educational institutes, warning that this move could severely impact the states youth. VPP spokesperson Batskhem Myrboh accused the state government of a deep-rooted governance crisis, asserting that [] The post VPP censures govt plan to phase out deficit system appeared first on The Shillong Times .

SOHRA, June 4: A 140-year-old police station in Sohra has undergone a transformation into a trendy cafe, offering delectable and lip-smacking food to visitors at one of the worlds wettest places. Established in 1885, the Sohra police stations erstwhile building is the oldest such facility in Meghalaya, and it had been a dreaded detention centre [] The post Now, enjoy delicious meals inside 140-yr-old police station in Sohra appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 4: Despite the snub by opposition parties, the all-party committee on railways would continue its work and hold discussions with all stakeholders, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said on Wednesday. Sangma said there are a lot of concerns over the railway projects in Khasi-Jaintia Hills and it is the responsibility [] The post All-party panel to continue work despite Opp snub appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 4: The state government has revised the timeline for expansion of the runway and the terminal at the Shillong Airport to March 2027 instead of 2026. Following the High Court of Meghalaya directive to complete the land acquisition process within three months, the government set up a committee which identified [] The post Shillong Airport expansion work to be completed by March 2027 appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Guwahati, June 4: The Assam BJP has shortlisted 13 senior leaders as nominees for one Rajya Sabha seat in the biennial election to the Upper House to be held on June 19. The BJPs state election committee has received 13 applications for the nomination to the Rajya Sabha 2025, and after detailed discussions, the [] The post Rajya Sabha elections: Assam BJP shortlists 13 nominees for one seat appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Shillong, June 3: Police have started an investigation into a burglary that occurred at the Laban Presbyterian Church. Laban Presbyterian Church elder, Robert L. Dkhar, lodged a complaint that in the intervening night of May 30 and 31, 2025, unknown miscreant(s) broke into the church building of Laban Presbyterian Church and stole an unspecified amount [] The post Cops initiate investigation into burglary at Laban Presbyterian Church. appeared first on The Shillong Times .

SHILLONG, June 3: More than 1,100 secondary, higher secondary and college students were imparted soft skills during SPARK camps across four campuses in Tikrikilla, Bhaitbari and Phulbari regions of West Garo Hills. According to a statement here, the camps, held between April and May, saw 63% female participation across age groups spanning from ages 15 [] The post SPARK camps impart soft skills to over 1,100 students in WGH appeared first on The Shillong Times .

SHILLONG, June 3: Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) Chief Executive Member (CEM), Shemborlang Rynjah, on Tuesday said that the Executive Committees decision to terminate the services of 13 employees and to discontinue the regular appointment of another 30 was taken because the posts were not sanctioned. Addressing media persons here, Rynjah said that one [] The post KHADC CEM defends termination of 13 employees appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Govt has realised the importance of focusing on youths, says CM SHILLONG, June 3: Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, on Tuesday, disbursed grants to filmmakers as part of a transformative initiative under Hello Meghalaya. Held at the State Convention Centre, the event etched a historic moment for Meghalayas diverse artistic community, bringing together filmmakers, content [] The post Filmmakers get grants under Hello Meghalaya appeared first on The Shillong Times .

MAWKYRWAT, June 3: After more than a week of continuous search, residents of Lawblei village in South West Khasi Hills district today recovered the body of a 22-year-old youth who had fallen into the Umngi River while fishing. Secretary of Lawblei village, Srin Syiemlieh, informed that the body of the youth, Sainkupar Lyngkhoi, was found [] The post SWKH drowning case: Body of youth recovered appeared first on The Shillong Times .

SHILLONG, June 3: In a vibrant celebration of educational innovation, Trinity College London on Tuesday felicitated dedicated local teachers for their pivotal role in nurturing music, performance, communication and 21st-century skills among young learners. The felicitation events, held in Dimapur, Kohima, Guwahati, and culminating in Shillong at the Taj Vivanta, underscored a shared commitment to [] The post Trinity College London honours local teachers appeared first on The Shillong Times .

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After exhaustive due diligence on the possibility of involving the private sector during our time, we were convinced that it is not yet the time to look for partnerships. We have not reached that stage of allowing private investment in the health sector RESUBELPARA, June 3: Leader of the Opposition, Dr Mukul Sangma, has asserted [] The post LoP opposes public-private partnership proposal for Tura med college & hospital appeared first on The Shillong Times .

TURA: North Garo Hills ajani Adokgre jolrango higher secondary skulrang chuonga gita dongjani asel ia bilsini Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) porikkako pass kagipa chatro chatrirang, admission-ko manjae nengnikanirangko chagrongna nangtokengani gimin Adokgre-o donggipa damsamangmang higher secondary skul, chongmotan Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan (RMSA) skulo morning shift-ko kulichina aro skulo skigiparangko baridapate, chatro chatrirangna admission-ko [] The post Adokgre skulo

RESUBELPARA: North Garo Hills ajani Wageasi songo, Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC)-ni weighbridge-ko songani gimin social activist Nilbath Marak singdoataha. Ia bilsini abachengachipaksan, Wageasi-oni kilometer 5-mang chelao donggipa Depa Garat songoba sorkarini rachakgipa weighbridge-ko songani jaman dao Wageasi-oba GHADC-ni weighbridge-ko kulidapahani gimin Marak singdoataha. Koborko onani gitade, Depa Garat songo kuligipa weighbridge-ko adok sorkarini [] The post Wageasi-o GHAD

TURA: Adokni deficit skulrango skigiparang, reanggipa March jaonin jagittamni dormaharangko mantokkujaengani asel nengnikanirangko chagrongna nangtokengaha Garo Hills Deficit School Teachers & Employees Association (GHDSTEA) parakatenba, ia dormaharangko taraken onchina sorkariko didiataha. GHDSTEA-ni parakatani gitade, deficit skulrango skigiparang, March jaonin dormaharangko mantokkujaengani asel bisarangna skul admission aro gipin nangchongmota korosrangna tangka paisarang dongjae nengnikanir

TURA: Rondupara-oni Dadenggre-ona dakanggipa ramani obosta namsrangjaengaha ine Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) West Garo Hills District-ni general secretary Peterjob A Sangma parakatenba, ia ramako taraken taripile onchina gita adokni PWD Minister-na sedoataha. Ia ramara, West Garo Hills ajani Dadenggre Civil Sub-Division-ni ningo km 8 ba 9-mang onggipa rama onga aro ia ramani paktangtangon bangbea songrang [] The post Rondupara-Dadenggre ramako taridapchina BJP dabia appeared first on The Shillon

TURA: Medical college-rangko chalaina gita mamong sorkarionisa tangka paisarangko chame onatengani gimin medical college-rangko chalaina private company-rangna onna nangani katta dongja ine Opposition dolni dilgipa aro adokni gitcham Chief Minister Dr Mukul Sangma parakataha. Sangma-ni aganani gitade, Meghalaya adoko anseng baljokani kamrango private company-rangko bak ongatna nangani katta nakatkujaengani gimin medical college-ko adok sorkari antangan [] The post Medical college-na mamongonisa

Guwahati, June 3: The Assams governments eviction drive in the Silsako Beel area to develop a large-scale water reservoir and help make Guwahati flood-free, resumed on Tuesday with the demolition of the Institute of Cooperative Management. The cooperative institute, it may be noted, has been allotted a temporary facility in the Rehabari area, and a [] The post Move to make Guwahati flood-free: Eviction drive at wetland resumes appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Guwahati, June 3: Renowned journalist Prasanta Jyoti Baruah has joined The Assam Royal Global University (RGU) as a Distinguished Professor at the Royal School of Communication and Media. A veteran in the field, Baruah has served as the Executive Editor of The Assam Tribune for several decades, making notable contributions to journalism in Northeast India. [] The post Acclaimed journalist P J Baruah joins Royal Global University as Distinguished Professor appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Jakarta, June 3: Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu fought her way into the second round of the Indonesia Open Super 1000 badminton tournament while Lakshya Sen made an early exit after a hard-fought loss in the opening round on Tuesday. Sindhu edged past her long-time rival Nozomi Okuhara of Japan in a thrilling one-hour and [] The post Indonesia Open: Sindhu goes past Okuhara, Sen crashes out appeared first on The Shillong Times .

United Nations, June 3: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for the immediate and unconditional release of UN staff detained by the Houthis in Yemen. This June marks one year since the arbitrary detention of dozens of personnel from the United Nations, national and international NGOs, civil society organisations, and diplomatic missions by the Houthi [] The post Antonio Guterres calls for release of UN staff detained by Yemens Houthis appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Ahmedabad, June 2: Following his sides loss to Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the Qualifier two and their consequent elimination, Mumbai Indians (MI) coach Mahela Jayawardene expressed happiness with his teams campaign and added that a few mistakes cost them. Five-time champions MI ended their IPL campaign with a crushing loss to PBKS by five wickets [] The post We probably left a bit of runs on the park: MI coach Jayawardene appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Ahmedabad, June 2: Virat Kohli has given 18 years of his senior cricket career to Royal Challengers Bengaluru and their first-time skipper Rajat Patidar understands what it would mean for the team to win the coveted Indian Premier League title for one of countrys bonafide cricket legends. In all, RCB have played a total of [] The post Kohli has given a lot, we need to do our best for him, says Patidar appeared first on The Shillong Times .

New Delhi, June 2: Former South Africa batter Herschelle Gibbs feels that while leading India comes with immense pressure, young opener Shubman Gill has the maturity and composure to embrace the challenge and evolve into a long-term captain. Gill, who guided Gujarat Titans to the IPL 2024 playoffs in only his second season as captain, [] The post Gill has maturity to embrace India captaincy challenge: Gibbs appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Dubai, June 2: Atiqa Mir, the 10-year-old Indian karting prodigy, on Monday received another shot in the arm in her fast growing racing journey by securing a place in a professional motorsport development programme backed by UAE-based team AKCEL GP. AKCEL GP is a high-performance motorsport squad competing in FIA F4 and Formula Regional Middle [] The post After F1, 10-year-old Indian racing prodigy gets backing from AKCEL GP appeared first on The Shillong Times .

SHILLONG: Meghalaya aro Assam adokni gisepo meligrikna manjaenggipa damdok biaprang, jerangkon skanggipa bako adok damgnini sorkarirang agangrike tik kagrikahachim, ia simarango krongrangko rebaenggipa August 15 tariko songgnok ine Sombar salo, adokni Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma parakataha. Sombar salo adok damgnini dilgiparang Guwahati-o tome chanchirimangani jaman iako adokni Chief Minister parakataha. Ia biaprangona agreba, adok [] The post Mlaya-Assam-ni damdok simarango krongrangko Aug 1

Cardiff, June 2: Joe Root hit a stunning 166 not out as England beat West Indies by three wickets at Sophia Gardens in the second ODI on Sunday to clinch the series. England scored 312-7 with seven balls remaining in reply to West Indies 308 all out in 47.4 overs led by Keacy Cartys [] The post Roots ton leads Eng to series win vs WI appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Jakarta, June 2: Former champions Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty will look to keep their comeback story on track as they spearhead Indias challenge at the USD 1,450,000 Indonesia Open Super 1000 badminton tournament, beginning here on Tuesday. The former world No. 1 pair, who returned to action after regaining fitness with a creditable semifinal [] The post Satwik-Chirag lead charge as Indians eye glory in Indonesia appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Stavanger, June 2: World champion D Gukesh got his revenge on Magnus Carlsen as he pounced on a blunder by the world no.1 to defeat him for the first time in a classical game, leaving the Norwegian superstar so frustrated that he banged his fist on the board after Round 6 of Norway Chess Tournament [] The post Gukesh upsets Carlsen in Norway Chess showdown appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Special Investigation Team to probe Raja Raghuvanshis death By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 2: In a sensational development, East Khasi Hills police have decided to register a homicide case following the recovery of the body of missing Indore tourist Raja Raghuvanshi. The district police has constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate Rajas death. [] The post Husbands body recovered; EKH police register homicide case appeared first on The Shillong Times .

INDORE, June 2: The recovery of the body of Raja Raghuvanshi in a highly decomposed state on Monday has come as devastating news for the Indore-based couples family who are now praying that Sonam is found safe and sound. Efforts to locate her continue. The circumstances surrounding Rajas death remain unclear, and it is yet [] The post Family seeks answers, pray for Sonams safety; MP CM condoles Rajas death appeared first on The Shillong Times .

An aerial view of the catastrophic landslide, triggered by heavy rainfall, which struck an Indian military camp at Chaten in Lachen, Sikkim, on Monday. Three Army personnel were killed in the landslide. (PTI) The post An aerial view of the catastrophic landslide, triggered by heavy rainfall, which struck an Indian military camp at Chaten in Lachen, Sikkim, on Monday appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 2: NEHU Controller of Examinations Prof. Sumarbin Umdor has been appointed as the Pro-Vice Chancellor of the universitys main campus in Shillong. He officially assumed charge as Pro-Vice Chancellor on Monday. According to sources, the appointment was made by the universitys Executive Council (EC) during a meeting held in Delhi [] The post NEHU main campus gets new Pro-VC appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Guwahati, June 2: The Northeast region is experiencing a critical flood situation, with 36 fatalities due to deluge and landslides triggered by heavy rain. Over 5.5 lakh people remain affected across several states in the region. Assam reported the highest number of fatalities at 11, followed by 10 in Arunachal Pradesh, six in Meghalaya, five [] The post Flood situation in NE critical; toll rises to 36 appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Conrad K Sangma and Himanta Biswa Sarma agree to jointly address Guwahati flood issue; commission Kulsi power project From Our Special Correspondent GUWAHATI, June 2: Assam and Meghalaya on Monday resumed the Chief Minister-level talks here on three key interstate issues, while deciding to erect boundary pillars on five of the six areas of differences, [] The post Border talks: Assam, Mlaya to erect pillars in 5 border areas by Aug 15 appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 2: United Democratic Party (UDP) president Metbah Lyngdoh has downplayed the resignation of senior leader Jemino Mawthoh, claiming that the latters exit will not hamper the party. Lyngdoh told reporters on Monday that the UDP has come thus far based on the partys performance as a team and not of [] The post Metbah downplays Jeminos resignation appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 2: The Meghalaya government has issued a warning to contractors implementing infrastructure projects in the state to adhere to the set timelines. Cabinet Minister Marcuise Marak on Monday said contractors who delay projects will be taken to task. He said that the same yardstick will be applicable to all contractors [] The post Govt warns contractors against delays in projects appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 2: The UDP on Monday asserted that the party will discuss the issue regarding joining the government-constituted all-party committee on railway projects during a meeting to be held soon. UDP president Metbah Lyngdoh said the party will discuss whether to join the all-party committee or stay out of it. As [] The post UDP meet to decide on joining all-party railway panel appeared first on The Shillong Times .

A broken slab is covered using stones next to the entrance of PN Chaudhuri Higher Secondary School, on Monday. (ST) The post A broken slab is covered using stones next to the entrance of PN Chaudhuri Higher Secondary School, on Monday appeared first on The Shillong Times .