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ICC Mens T20 World Cup Match STARTS AT 11 AM Mumbai, Feb 14: A confident West Indies will aim to maintain their winning run and cement their position at the top of Group C when they face a struggling Nepal in a T20 World Cup clash at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday. The Caribbean side []

ICC Mens T20 World Cup Match STARTS AT 3 PM Chennai, Feb 14: Revitalised by a commanding win over the Netherlands, the United States will look to keep their slim Super Eight hopes alive when they face Namibia in a must-win Group A clash here on Sunday. With two wins from as many matches, India []

ICC Mens T20 World Cup Colombo, Feb 14: Left-arm spinner Shakeel Ahmed ripped through the top order with a three-wicket burst, but skipper Lorcan Tuckers blistering 51-ball 94 powered Ireland to a massive 235 for five against Oman in their Group B T20 World Cup match here on Saturday. Opting to bowl, Oman unleashed spin []

ICC Mens T20 World Cup Ahmedabad, Feb 14: Aiden Markram smashed a blazing half-century as South Africa steamrolled New Zealand by seven wickets to all but qualify for the Super 8s of the mens T20 World Cup, here Saturday. Leading from the front in a highly-anticipated Group D clash, Markrams commanding 86-run knock deflated the []

Indian Super League Kolkata, Feb 14: Defending champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant began their Indian Super League campaign with a comfortable 2-0 victory over Kerala Blasters in the season opener at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharathi Krirangan here on Saturday. A first half strike from Jamie Maclaren (36th minute) and a second half injury-time goal from []

A felicitation programme organised by the Motor Sports Club of Meghalaya (MSCM) to honour Jayden W Nongkhlaw for his achievements in the National Supercross Championship, held at the Shillong Press Club on Saturday.

The Bombay High Court has intervened in a high-profile defamation battle involving music composer Palaash Muchhal, issuing a restraining order against Vidnyan Mane over making defamatory remarks against the singer-composer. Palaash Muchhals advocate, Shreyansh Mithare, welcomed the courts decision as a relief, calling for a thorough investigation into Manes statements. There has been a lot []

Beautifully mounted tale of love and revenge Cast: Shahid Kapoor, Triptii Dimri, Avinash Tiwary, Nana Patekar, Farida Jalal Director: Vishal Bhardwaj Stars: ****.5 (4.5 stars) Inspired by true events, Sajid Nadiadwalas ORomeo encompasses layered elements of emotions, story and characters that are thoughtfully crafted. Starring Shahid Kapoor, Triptii Dimri, Avinash Tiwary, Nana Patekar, Farida Jalal, []

Washington, Feb 14: Calling the upcoming India AI Impact Summit a pretty key, an important event, Dell Technologies senior executive Vivek Mohindra said the gathering marks a pivotal moment for India and the broader Global South as artificial intelligence reshapes economies and governance. This is the first global AI summit to be held in the []

NEW DELHI, Feb 14: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has cancelled his India visit to attend the India AI Impact Summit, a senior government official said. Nvidia has cancelled his visit due to some unavoidable circumstances, but it is sending their high-level delegation, the official said. This update has come this evening, the official added. (PTI)

MUMBAI, Feb 14: Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal, on Saturday, dismissed the Oppositions claims that the India-US interim trade deal hurts domestic interests. He asserted that the agreement was negotiated from a position of strength as a $4 trillion economy and specifically protected the Aatmanirbhar (self-reliant) sectors. He claimed that the deal was structured to []

New Delhi, Feb 14: The government on Saturday announced the launch of PM RAHAT (Road Accident Victim Hospitalization and Assured Treatment) Scheme aimed at providing emergency response system for accident victims. The Ministry of Road, Transport and Highways (MoRTH) said that studies indicate that nearly 50 per cent of road accident deaths can be averted []

With Valentines Day around the corner, romance is in the air. And what could be more romantic than a picnic under the stars, pointing up to the night sky, and gazing at a star youve named for your Valentine? A quick online search reveals multiple paid services for naming a star, usually accompanied by a []

SHILLONG: The Embassy of Nepal in India has stated that it is working on a priority basis following the death of nine Nepali nationals in a coal mine explosion in Meghalayas East Jaintia Hills district on February 5, 2026, and has issued a helpline number, +91-9205195035, for families seeking information and assistance. In an official []

WILLIAMNAGAR: Garo Hills adokona maming pangchakani lekkarang gri laborer-ni kamrangko kana rebaenggipa rorirangni batrikrikengani gisepon, Achik Holistic Awakening Movement (AHAM) iani bidingo nambata nirok simsakanirangko dakchina District Administration-ko molmolatenba, PHE Minister Marcuise Marak, aro East Garo Hills ajani Superintendent of Police-na lekka sedoanga. Indake,sedoatgipa chittio janapatgimin gita, East Garo Hills ajani dingtang dingtang songranggita niamgri []

In the weeks leading up to Valentines Day, dating apps typically see a spike in new users and activity. More profiles are created, more messages sent, more swipes logged. Dating platforms market themselves as modern technological solutions to loneliness, right at your fingertips. And yet, for many people, the day meant to celebrate romantic connection []

SHILLONG: University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM)-ni gita Central Auditorium-o Access to Justice and Fundamental Rights katta japangko donenba Special Talk-ko February jani 14 tariko ongataha. Programme-ni somoio chatro chatrirang, faculty member-rang, legal scholar-rang aro gipin scholar-rang bakrimangtokaha aro democracy-ni bidingo kakketgipa bichalko onani gimin chanchirimangaha. Programme-ko National Anthem-ko ringe abachengataha. Gauhati High Coutrt-ni []

SHILLONG: Sakbri agipi Meghalaya Civil Service (MCS) officer-rangko Select List of 2024-o pangchake Indian Administrative Service (IAS)-ona radoataha. Meja Sukrobar salo Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions (Department of Personnel and Training)-ni notification-ko mansoa jaman MCS officer-rangko IAS-ona radoataha. Bilsi 2024 January 1 tarikoni December 31 tarikona bangbang onge donggipa vacancy ba post-rangna gapataha. []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Feb 14: The death of nine Nepali nationals in an illegal coal mine explosion in East Jaintia Hills has sparked a diplomatic intervention, with the Embassy of Nepal in New Delhi now flagging the systemic dangers of Meghalayas unregulated mining sector and demanding coordination for compensation. The explosion, which occurred on []

Guwahati, Feb 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday made a historic touchdown at the Northeasts first Emergency Landing Facility in Assams Dibrugarh district, and later launched a scathing attack on the Congress at a rally here, accusing the party of ignoring the region and fuelling insurgency during its rule in the state. He also []

A supporter with a painting of Tarique Rahman, the son of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia and chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), waits to present it to him near the party office in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on Thursday. Rahman is set to become the new prime minister replacing the interim government chief Muhammad Yunus. []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Feb 14: The apparent calm in Langpih should not be mistaken for acceptance of status quo, HSPDP president and former Rambrai Jyrngam MLA KP Pangniang has cautioned, warning that the quiet in the sector reflects restraint, not satisfaction. Pangniang, whose party is an ally in the NPP-led Meghalaya Democratic Alliance government, []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Feb 14: A handwritten bomb threat discovered in an aircraft lavatory sent a Shillong-bound IndiGo flight into a security lockdown at Kolkata airport on Saturday, leaving passengers stranded for hours before the flight was eventually cleared to land at Umroi. The flight was scheduled to depart Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Feb 14: In a bid to monetise the states iconic landscapes through technology, the Meghalaya government has launched Explore Meghalaya 360 in Sohra, deploying locally-piloted drones to provide tourists with high-definition aerial keepsakes of Nohkalikai and Eco Park. The initiative was flagged off by Robert Lyngdoh, Chief Administrative Officer of Meghalayan []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Feb 14: Shillong Member of Parliament Ricky Andrew J. Syngkon has requested the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change to immediately suspend the ongoing Environmental Clearance (EC) proceedings for a proposed integrated cement plant at Daistong village in East Jaintia Hills district. In a February 11 letter addressed to []

People take part in a musical event, organised as part of Valentines Day celebrations, at Khyndai Lad on Saturday. (ST)

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Feb 14: In a move aimed at strengthening Meghalayas tourism sector, members of the All Khasi Meghalaya Tourist Taxi Drivers Association (AKMTTDA), along with key tourism stakeholders, including hoteliers and homestay owners, attended a meeting convened by the Meghalaya State Skills Development Society (MSSDS) on Saturday. The meeting focused on improving []

Old cabinets often show signs of wear over time. Doors may slam shut, get misaligned, or develop scratches and dents. These issues not only affect the appearance but also reduce the life of your furniture. One of the easiest and most effective ways to improve cabinet performance is by upgrading to soft-close door hinges. These []

Family vehicles are increasingly expected to handle two very different roles: managing routine daily driving while remaining comfortable and dependable over long-distance journeys. For many buyers, the challenge lies in finding a single vehicle that performs both functions without compromise. The Kia Carens Clavis positions itself within this space, aiming to combine everyday usability with []

Most enquiries when buying family health insurance often start or end with one simple question, How much is the premium? While the cost is a legitimate concern; however, too much emphasis on cost alone can prove detrimental in the long run. Even though an affordable medical insurance premium may appear sufficient today, it could be []

New Delhi, Feb 9: Health insurance penetration in India has reached 41 per cent in 2025, marking significant progress from 34 per cent in 2020, according to industry data released on Monday. However, experts warn that nearly 60 per cent of the population remains without any health coverage, leaving millions vulnerable to catastrophic medical expenses. []

Tura, Feb 13: The GSU, Nengkhra regional unit, has sought the immediate commencement of a bridge across the river at Agalgre. Following information from the AHAM, Williamnagar unit that an amount of Rs 15.56 crores has been estimated by the Public Works Department (PWD), though it still awaits official approval, prompted the GSU to forward []

SHILLONG, Feb 13: In a remarkable turn of events amid the devastation of a dynamite explosion at Mynsngat-Thangsko in East Jaintia Hills, authorities have confirmed that Shyambabu Singha, a 44-year-old miner from Ramkrishna Nagar sub-district of Karimganj, Assam, is alive and recovering. Initially reported as deceased following the blast on February 5, updated information from []

SHILLONG, Feb 13: The Hynniewtrep Integrated Territorial Organization (HITO) has sought a comprehensive review of the upcoming Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Meghalaya. In a letter addressed to Chief Electoral Officer B.D.R. Tiwari, the organisation referred to the 1966 base year and 1971 cut-off year and urged that the electoral rolls be []

SHILLONG, Feb 13: The Education Department has notified the introduction of a Structured Pay Framework (SPF) for fixed-pay teachers from 1 April 2026. The framework will apply to SSA teachers (Lower Primary and Upper Primary), RMSA teachers (Secondary and Higher Secondary), ad hoc teachers (LP, UP, Secondary, Higher Secondary, Morning/Night), 4th teachers (UP), Science Grant []

SHILLONG, Feb 13: The National Hynniewtrep People Federation (NHPF) has decided to submit a constitutional appeal seeking the implementation of the Inner Line Permit (ILP) in Meghalaya. The representation will be addressed to Congress President Rahul Gandhi through the Member of Parliament representing the Voice of the People Party. In a press synopsis, the organisation []

SHILLONG, Feb 13: Meghalaya has been witnessing a spate of illegal mining-related disasters over the past eight years since the Ksan mining tragedy in 2018. Every time a disaster strikes the state, the government vociferously asserts that it will go all out to stop illegalities and end such tragedies. With 31 deaths confirmed in the []

The Mumbai Crime Branch has traced the sender of a threatening WhatsApp voice note demanding Rs 1 crore from Bollywood star Ranveer Singh, identifying it as reportedly belonging to Harry Boxer, a close associate of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, officials said. As per the Mumbai Police, the Crime Branch revealed that one of the close associates []

Rani Mukerji, riding high on the success of Mardaani 3, stressed that social alertness and strict punishment are key to preventing crimes against women. Speaking at the films success press meet, she said that danger often comes from within trusted circles, as many women are exploited by people they know. Rani emphasised the need to []

Editor, It was quite amusing to read that the Defence forces have rejected the government of Meghalayas proposal to create a flyover from Rilbong to Barik point. They were quoted as citing security concerns. What a laugh. This is in an age of satellite imagery and drones where everything has changed to such an extent []

Zayn Malik has clarified his past remarks about love, admitting he may never have truly been in love with ex-partner Gigi Hadid. In a recent interview, he reflected on an earlier statement where he questioned whether he had ever experienced real love. Malik said his understanding of love has evolved over time, adding that what []

This assembly session scheduled to be held from February 16-27 is expected to be a fiery one revolving around the illegal coal mining and the death of over 30 labourers owing to a dynamite blast gone wrong. Currently there are only 9 Opposition MLAs in the 60-member Assembly 5 from the All India Trinamool []

By Rajdeep Sardesai Even by the morally vacuous standards of social media, a venomous video put up by the Assam BJP marks a new low. The controversial video now deleted showed Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma using an air rifle at point blank range aiming at two men, one in a skull []

TURA: East Garo Hills ajani Nengkra Agalgre songo, Rongtam chiringko dolong kabate onchina gita didie Bristibar salo, Garo Students Union (GSU) Nengkra regional unit, adokni Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma-na sedoataha. Ia songo dolongko rikna PWD gong kror 15.56-ko hisapenga indiba dao dipet dolongko rikna official approval-ko mankuja ine AHAM Williamnagar unit-oni uiatani jaman ia []

By Maitphang Syiem Consider the orange, it is a fruit that demands effort before it yields its rewards. You have to peel it, deal with the sticky zest, and navigate the occasional rogue seed before you get to the juice. Historically, the colour orange has been the bridge between the red of raw passion and []

TURA: Garo Hills-o Bangladesh, Assam aro uandakgipa biaprangoni Tribal onggijagipa manderangni napsruke songdong achaanirang batroroengahani gimin Tribal onggijagipa manderangni iandake napsruke songdong achaaniko jegalna gita Sukrobar salo, Garo Hills gimikoni Nangrimgimin Achik Dol (NAD), dingtangmancha jinma tombimonganiko Tura Government College kalchakramo ongatangaha aro uni jaman, jinma rejomanikoba ongatangaha. Ia tombimonganio, Garo Hills-onisan ongaigija Khasi Hills []

SHILLONG: Adita salrangna skang, East Jaintia Hills ajao koela adam gopretanichi sak 32 manderang sina nangahani gimin Meghalaya adokni Director General of Police (DGP) Idashisha Nongrang-ba, Special Investigation Team (SIT)-ko songaha ine Sukrobar salo official-rang parakataha. Reanggipa February-ni 5 tariko, East Jaintia Hills ajani Mynsyngat-Thangsko jolo, niam gri chalaienggipa koela adam rangsan gopretanichi, sak 32 []

WILLIAMNAGAR: East Garo Hills ajani headquarter Williamnagar-o District Commerce & Industries Centre (DCIC), District Emporium-ko kuliaha aro ia emporium-ko Sukrobar salo, adokni Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma, adokni Cabinet Minister aro Williamnagar-ni MLA Marcuise N Marak, Deputy Commissioner RP Marak, Superintendent of Police Stephen Rynjah, District Commerce & Industries Centre baksana dingtang dingtang department-ni official-rangni []

Guwahati, Feb 13: Rajasthan Royals on Friday announced Assam cricketer Riyan Parag as the franchises new captain. A statement issued by Rajasthan Royals said Riyans appointment reflects his development into a leader within the franchise, alongside his integral role as a player over the last few years. Rajasthan Royals are fortunate to have several strong []

Tura, Feb 13: The Garo Students Union (GSU) Nengkhra regional unit yesterday, Feb 12, submitted a memorandum to the Chief Minister through the office of the Deputy Commissioner of East Garo Hills (EGH) seeking the immediate commencement of a bridge across the river at Agalgre. The memo comes following a clarification from the Williamnagar []