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Single teacher struggles to continue operating school after retirement, enrollment halves

Rongjeng, May 8: In another heartbreaking addition to the calamitous situation faced, mostly by government lower primary schools in the region, a single teacher, since the retirement of his colleague in September last year, has been struggling to run his school, ever since. The school in question is the Darugre Nengbrok Government LP School which []

8 May 2026 6:56 pm
World Squash: Indian quartet brace for stiff challenge in Egypt

NEW DELHI, May 7: Indias four-member mens contingent will aim to make a strong impression at the World Squash Championships, which gets underway in Giza, Egypt, on Friday. The Indian challenge will be led by Abhay Singh, alongside Veer Chotrani, Ramit Tandon, and Velavan Senthilkumar, in the prestigious tournament organised by the Professional Squash Association. []

8 May 2026 4:42 am
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman during a visit to the sports and recreation arena

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman during a visit to the sports and recreation arena in Silvassa. (PTI)

8 May 2026 4:40 am
Sports Minister Mandaviya reviews Asiad, CWG preparations

NEW DELHI, May 7: Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya stressed on timely elections and transparent selections in a day-long stock-taking meet with National Sports Federations (NSFs) here on Thursday, while also urging them to aggressively tackle the menace of doping. Representatives from 37 NSFs, Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha, Sports secretary Hari Ranjan Rao []

8 May 2026 4:38 am
India to host inaugural World Yogasana Cship

AHMEDABAD, May 7: India is set to host the inaugural edition of the World Yogasana Championship from June 4 to 8 here at TransStadia with participation from over 40 countries. Organised under the aegis of World Yogasana, the championship will be hosted by Yogasana Bharat to bring together leading athletes from across the globe. The []

8 May 2026 4:36 am
Italian Open leaders side with players on prize money issue

ROME, May 7: Italian Open organizers are supporting tennis players who are urging a boycott unless the Grand Slam tournaments improve their prize money. Angelo Binaghi, the president of the Italian Tennis and Padel Federation, is also campaigning to turn the Rome event into a fifth Grand Slam. The players have targeted the coming French []

8 May 2026 4:34 am
Rupee rises 27 paise against US dollar

Mumbai, May 7: The rupee pared initial losses and settled for the day on a positive note, higher by 27 paise at 94.22 against the greenback on Thursday, as Brent crude and the US dollar index retreated from their elevated levels. Forex traders said Brent oil prices have fallen below USD 100 per barrel on []

8 May 2026 4:20 am
Mukul Sangma, NPP-o napna miksongenga inako Tynsong jegala

SHILLONG: Batanggimin sal somoirangonin, Opposition dol aro Trinamool Congress (TMC)-ni dilgipa Dr Mukul Sangma, National Peoples Party (NPP)-o napna miksongenga ine jangbingbanganirangko knasona manengon, dao dipet iani bidingo NPP-ni dilgiparangde maming kobor dongkuja ine parakatskaaha. Dr Mukul Sangma, NPP-o napna miksonganirang donga ine jangbingbangenggipa kattarangni gimin singdoatengon, dao dipet ua antangde iani bidingo maming kobor []

8 May 2026 4:10 am
Over 22,000 coal mines make illegalities hard to control, says CM

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 7: The Meghalaya government has acknowledged that the sheer scale of coal mining in the state, running into over 22,000, especially in East Jaintia Hills, makes effective monitoring and enforcement against illegal operations extremely difficult. Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma admitted that the 37th Interim Report of the Justice (retd) []

8 May 2026 3:01 am
Hima Sohra holds KHADC under siege over delay in appointment of Syiem

Protesters storm district council; Hima, dissatisfied, to convene public gathering in Mawkdok By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 7: Hundreds from Hima Sohra besieged the Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) on Thursday, accusing the VPP-led Executive Committee of strangling traditional democracy after the Council refused to formalise the appointment of Maremdor Syiem as the full-fledged []

8 May 2026 2:49 am
Govt defends move to engage teachers for Census work

The exercise would not disrupt academic activities and that teachers would only be required for limited hours over a period of one month: Dy CM By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 7: The state government on Thursday defended the engagement of schoolteachers for Census 2027 house-listing work, maintaining that the exercise would not disrupt academic activities []

8 May 2026 2:43 am
PHE min justifies NST project cost escalation

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 7: PHE Minister Marcuise N Marak on Thursday justified the cost escalation of the Shillong Township Water Supply Scheme (Phase-1), a day after the Hynniewtrep Youth Council had raised concern over it. The projects cost has been revised to Rs 772.96 crore from Rs 538.44 crore. Marak said the revision []

8 May 2026 2:41 am
Conrad reviews proposed tourism projects in state

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 7: Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Thursday met the Tourism department to review proposed glamping projects designed to promote high-end tourism in Meghalaya. The chief minister stated that these initiatives will provide sustainable travel experiences and strengthen Meghalayas position as a destination for luxury and eco-friendly tourism. Department officials also []

8 May 2026 2:39 am
People will decide: CM on BJPs claim to lead govt post-2028 polls

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 7: Chief Minister and NPP national president, Conrad K Sangma on Thursday said political parties are free to make claims about forming the next government, but maintained that the final decision would rest with the people and electoral numbers. His remarks came in response to recent assertions by the Meghalaya []

8 May 2026 2:38 am
POSHAN cooks seek release of honorarium dues, pay hike

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 7: The Union of Cook-cum-Helpers under PM POSHAN Meghalaya on Thursday urged Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma to release their pending honorarium for the period of February to April 2026. The unions president, Gina Nengnong, made the appeal following a Central Executive Committee meeting at Mawtneng in Ri-Bhoi. She noted []

8 May 2026 2:35 am
End of manual transactions leads to congestion at Ri-Bhoi toll plaza

From Our Correspondent NONGPOH, May 7: Commuters travelling along National Highway-6 have reported significant traffic snarls at the 20 Mer Pahammawlein toll plaza in Ri-Bhoi following a nationwide directive to discontinue manual transactions. Staff at the NHAI-operated plaza informed that the congestion followed an order by the Indian Highways Management Company Limited (IHMCL) to stop []

8 May 2026 2:32 am
VPP youth wing flags delayed recruitment process in NEHU

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 7: The youth wing of the Voice of the People Party (VPP) on Thursday sought clarification from Prof Sumarbin Umdor, Pro Vice-Chancellor of the North-Eastern Hill University, Shillong Campus, over the fate of the institutes 2023 recruitment advertisement for non-teaching posts under Group A, Group B, Group C and Group []

8 May 2026 2:30 am
Nokma objects to land patta issuance amid pending HC case

From Our Correspondent TURA, May 7: Amanche Marak, daughter of the Danakgre Nokma, has formally objected to the district administration convening meetings and attempting to issue land titles (Assam Schedule pattas) for areas she claims are ancestral clan lands. In a complaint addressed to the Deputy Commissioner (DC) of West Garo Hills, Marak highlighted that []

8 May 2026 2:29 am
FKJGP supports call by activist to oppose transfer of NH 217 to NHIDCL

Baghmara, May 7: The FKJGP Nongalbibra circle, through a complaint to the union minister of Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), Nitin Gadkari, has supported the call of social activist, Greneth Sangma opposing the transfer of the upcoming NH 217 to the NHIDCL over what they called negligence. Two days ago, Sangma had []

7 May 2026 9:26 pm
Arunachal CM strengthens Creative Economy Cell to link local talent with global industry

Itanagar, May 7: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Thursday announced the strengthening of the Creative Economy Cell within the Chief Ministers Office to provide institutional support for the states emerging creative sector. He said that the cell will serve as a bridge between local talent and the global industry by facilitating industry linkages, []

7 May 2026 9:19 pm
Nokma objects to meetings and issuance of Assam Schedule pattas over Nokma lands during pendency of WP

Tura, May 7: The daughter of the Nokma of Danakgre under Tura, Amanche Marak has objected to the convening of meetings with presidents and secretaries of various localities which the Government claims as Government land (GAD) without acquisition or compensation. Through a complaint to the Deputy Commissioner, Amanche stated that Writ Petition (C) No. 671 []

7 May 2026 9:12 pm
Ekta Kapoor credits Dharmendra, Jeetendra, Akshay for Bollywoods success

TV producer and filmmaker Ekta Kapoor has praised veteran Bollywood actors Jeetendra, Dharmendra, and contemporary star Akshay Kumar, saying their discipline, consistency, and work ethic have played a major role in keeping the Hindi film industry financially strong and creatively active. In a social media post, Ekta Kapoor shared pictures of Jeetendra and Akshay Kumar []

7 May 2026 6:28 am
Actors Pedro Pascal, left, and Sigourney Weaver attend the Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu fan event, in Paris

Actors Pedro Pascal, left, and Sigourney Weaver attend the Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu fan event, in Paris, on Tuesday. (PTI)

7 May 2026 6:26 am
Kajol shares handmade creation, seeks Manish Malhotras nod

Kajol shared a handmade thread-based creation on Instagram after the Met Gala 2026, highlighting craftsmanship and dedicating it to artisans. She also referenced her close friends, filmmaker Karan Johar and designer Manish Malhotra, noting their recent participation in the global fashion event. In her post, Kajol wrote that the piece was inspired by the Met []

7 May 2026 6:24 am
The Lost Boys and Schmigadoon! each get 12 Tony nominations

The Lost Boys and Schmigadoon! led the 2026 Tony Awards nominations with 12 each, followed by Ragtime with 11 and Death of a Salesman with nine. Twenty-four productions were nominated across 26 categories in a strong Broadway season. The nominations also set records. Actress June Squibb became the oldest Tony nominee in history at 96, []

7 May 2026 6:22 am
Shanghai Archery WC: Compound teams flop, return empty-handed

SHANGHAI, May 6: Indian compound mens and womens teams, considered strong medal contenders, endured a disappointing outing in Stage 2 of the Archery World Cup, failing to secure a podium finish after crumbling in crunch situations here on Wednesday. The biggest setback came from the womens team, who had won Indias only gold medal at []

7 May 2026 4:28 am
Indias disappointing campaign at World TT ends

LONDON, May 6: Indias underwhelming campaign at the World Table Tennis Team Championships ended with womens 1-3 loss to USA in the round of 32 here. The men too lost in a round of 32 clash against Austria on Tuesday. Manika Batra was the only one who made an impact in the rubber, winning her []

7 May 2026 4:26 am
Akanksha exits, other Indian seeded players progress

TUMAKURU, May 6: The exit of eighth seed Akanksha Dileep Nitture in the womens singles was the lone jarring note in an otherwise impressive second day outing for Indian players in the ITF W15 Tumakuru Open here on Wednesday.Akanksha was outplayed by Arina Arifullina in a one-sided 6-1, 6-1 Round of 32 match. Akanksha, coming []

7 May 2026 4:24 am
Ban on bilateral sports with Pak to continue, multi-national events exempted: Ministry

NEW DELHI, May 6: The Sports Ministry on Wednesday said the blanket ban on bilateral sporting ties with Pakistan that was imposed last year will remain in force but athletes from across the border will not be stopped from coming here for multi-lateral events. The ministry also reiterated its commitment to simplify the visa process []

7 May 2026 4:22 am
Sorkari baksa deficit skul aro college-rango kam kagiparangni toma chusokja

CPF scheme-ni bidingo dilsretna jotton kaa ine skigiparang matnanga SHILLONG: Meghalaya Non-Government Schools and Colleges Employees Centralised Provident Fund Scheme, 2026-ko adokni deficit skul aro college-rango kam kagiparang jegaltokengani gimin Budbar salo, Education department-ni official-rang baksa tome chanchirimani chusokgipa ongna manjaha. Education department-ni tomaniko ongatanio official-rang, CPF 2026 scheme-ni gimin dilsretna jotton kaaha ine Khasi []

7 May 2026 4:10 am
Shillong airport-ko dalbate tarina mamong sorkari contract-ko onaha: CM

Ja 15-ni gisepon kamrangko matchotnaba gnang SHILLONG: Meghalaya adoko tourism aro rea doani cholrangko tangdoatna gita Shillong airport-ni runway-ko bakrodapate tarina mamong sorkari, contract-ko onmanaha ine Budbar salo, adokni Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma parakataha. Ia kamko ja 15-ni gisepon matchotna kadongenga ine janapatengon, kamrangko matchotahaode Shillong airport-oni dalkalgipa sildorengrangkoba watna mangnok ine Chief Minister []

7 May 2026 4:08 am
WB-o amako manahaoba Mlaya TMC bilgrikuja: Pyngrope

SHILLONG: Bilsi 15-na sorkariko chalaiani jaman ia bilsini West Bengal Assembly election-o Trinamool Congress (TMC) amako manahaoba ia party, Meghalaya adoko aro asong gimikon bilgria ongkuja ine TMC Meghalaya-ni dilgiparang akangataha. TMC-ni state president aro Nongthymmai-ni MLA Charles Pyngrope-ni aganani gitade, West Bengal adoko TMC sorkari ia chang amako manahaoba ian party bilgriaha ine mesoka []

7 May 2026 4:06 am
Empowerment of Meghalaya Tourism Champions program-ko Umiam-o ongata

Tourism-ko chusokgipa ongatna pilakkon bakrime kam kachina CM didia SHILLONG: Empowerment of Tourism Champions of Meghalaya program-ko Budbar salo, Ri Bhoi ajani Umiam-o donggipa Orchid Lake-o ongatangaha aro ia program-ko ongatanio adokni Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma, mongsonggipa sokgipa onge bak raangaha. Ia program-ko ongatanio adokni Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong, Tourism Minister Timothy D []

7 May 2026 4:04 am
TB aro NCD-na Screening Drive-ko June jaona ongatgen

AMPATI: 100 Days Tuberculosis (TB) Campaign-ni ningo TB aro Non-Communicable Disease (NCD)-na Screening Drive dakani program-ko South West Garo Hills ajani pilak sorkari department aro office-rangon, ia bilsini June jaona ongatanggen ine South West Garo Hills ajani Deputy Commissioner parakataha. Ia Screening Drive ba porikka raani program-ko SWGH ajani Health Department, dingtang dingtang department-rang baksa []

7 May 2026 4:02 am
VAR turns goal for Vallecano into penalty kick for Sociedad

Madrid, April 27: Rayo Vallecano rallied late to draw 3-3 with Real Sociedad in a Spanish league match marked by a sudden turn of events after VAR erased a Rayo goal and awarded a penalty kick to Sociedad instead. Rayo thought it had equalised 2-2 through Pedro Diaz in the 69th minute at Vallecas Stadium []

28 Apr 2026 6:26 am
Inter Milan a win away from Serie A title

Milan, April 27: Inter Milan moved a step closer to the Serie A title but the Nerazzurri made it slightly more difficult for themselves by letting slip a two-goal lead to draw 2-2 at Torino. That left Inter 10 points ahead of second-placed Napoli, with four rounds remaining. A win on Sunday would have left []

28 Apr 2026 6:24 am
PM Modi to virtually inaugurate MCAs indoor academy

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 27: The Meghalaya Cricket Associations (MCA) Indoor Cricket Academy at Kurkalang in Ri-Bhoi, is set for formal inauguration on Wednesday as part of a landmark ceremony in which Prime Minister Narendra Modi will virtually inaugurate indoor stadiums across six north eastern states (Meghalaya, Sikkim, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Arunachal Pradaesh) []

28 Apr 2026 6:22 am
Mawlarshong hold Rangdajied; Thangskai rally to win 2-1

Lajong, Nangkiew Irat, Khimusniang continue winning run By Our Reporter Shillong, April 27: Big teams like Shillong Lajong FC, Nangkiew Irat SC and Khimusniang SC continued to win by large margins in the 5th Meghalaya State League but there were results in several other groups that made things extra interesting. Heavy rain was witnessed across []

28 Apr 2026 6:20 am
Young pugilists battle as State Boxing Cship gets underway

By Our Reporter Shillong, April 27: Mawlai Mawroh came alive once again with the start of the State Boxing Championship 2025-26, with young pugilists giving it their all in the ring for the glory of their district or club. The four-day event is organised by the Meghalaya Boxing Association (MBA) with support from the Directorate []

28 Apr 2026 6:18 am
Michael director opens up on casting Jaafar, biopic hurdles

Antoine Fuquas biopic Michael, based on the life of Michael Jackson, has achieved a strong global box office debut, earning about $97 million in the US and $217.4 million worldwide in its opening weekend. Despite its commercial success, the director revealed that the project faced significant creative, logistical, and ethical challenges during production. Fuqua described []

28 Apr 2026 5:34 am
Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt arrives at the National Commission for Women (NCW) office after being summoned

Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt arrives at the National Commission for Women (NCW) office after being summoned over alleged obscenity in a song from the film KD: The Devil, in New Delhi, on Monday. (PTI)

28 Apr 2026 5:32 am
Emily Blunt admits fear of Meryl Streep in Devil Wears Prada

Emily Blunt has revealed that she felt intimidated while working with Meryl Streep during the filming of The Devil Wears Prada. Speaking at a SiriusXM Front Row conversation hosted by Andy Cohen, Blunt reunited with Streep, Anne Hathaway, and Stanley Tucci to discuss both the original film and its upcoming sequel. Blunt admitted that she []

28 Apr 2026 5:30 am
After Sarke Chunar row, Sanjay Dutt funds 50 tribal girls education

Actor Sanjay Dutt appeared before the National Commission for Women (NCW) over the controversy surrounding the song Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke from the film KD The Devil. He submitted a written apology, expressing regret for any unintended harm caused and addressing concerns about alleged vulgarity and the portrayal of women in the song. The NCW, []

28 Apr 2026 5:28 am
Crew member killed during Shakiras Brazil stage setup

A construction worker died while assembling the stage for Shakiras upcoming Brazil concert at Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, organizers confirmed. The incident occurred on April 26 during preparations for the Todo Mundo No Rio event, part of Shakiras 2025 global tour. According to officials, emergency services were called immediately after the accident, and []

28 Apr 2026 5:26 am
Iran offers Hormuz reopening if US lifts blockade, war ends

DUBAI, April 27: Iran has reportedly offered to end its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for the United States lifting its own blockade and ending the ongoing war, according to two regional officials involved in mediation efforts. The proposal, passed to Washington through Pakistan, suggests that discussions on Irans nuclear programme would []

28 Apr 2026 5:14 am
Iran FM Araghchi in Russia after successful Pak visit

Iran cites gains in Pakistan talks as peace efforts falter MOSCOW, April 27: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi described his recent visit to Islamabad as very productive after arriving in Russia on Monday, highlighting ongoing diplomatic efforts amid uncertainty over peace talks related to the West Asia conflict. Speaking upon arrival in St. Petersburg, Araghchi []

28 Apr 2026 5:14 am
Fadi Al Zein, who lost both his homes in Israeli strikes in his village of Khiam and in Dahiyeh

Fadi Al Zein, who lost both his homes in Israeli strikes in his village of Khiam and in Dahiyeh, searches through the rubble of his heavily damaged home as a child stands nearby, in Beiruts southern suburbs, Lebanon, on Saturday. (AP)

28 Apr 2026 5:12 am
Bdesh SC Bar blocks pro-Awami League lawyers from contesting

DHAKA, April 27: Members of the Bangladesh Supreme Court Bar Association have decided to bar lawyers affiliated with the Awami League from contesting the upcoming SCBA elections scheduled for May 1314, 2026. The decision was made during an extraordinary general meeting in Dhaka attended by around 300 lawyers. The meeting was chaired by Senior Vice []

28 Apr 2026 5:10 am
Congress opposed measures empowering women, says Assam BJP leader

Guwahati, April 27: Assam BJP Mahila Morcha president and Mangaldoi constituency candidate Nilima Devi on Monday extended strong support to the Womens Reservation Bill and claimed that the Congress had opposed measures aimed at empowering women politically. Addressing reporters here, Devi said Prime Minister Narendra Modi had taken a historic and decisive step by bringing []

27 Apr 2026 6:43 pm