The Shillong Times

Actor Kiefer Sutherland was arrested on suspicion of criminal threats early Monday morning after Los Angeles police say he assaulted a ride-hail driver. Just after midnight, officers responded to a call reporting an assault at an intersection just south of Hollywood Hills. The Los Angeles Police Department said they determined Sutherland entered a ride-hail vehicle, []

In this digital era, it is not uncommon for people to pass on incorrect information or even pretend to be someone else, and something similar has happened with Bollywood actress Ameesha Patel. Ameesha used social media to raise concern about an imposter passing off a fake number as hers, most likely in an attempt to []

Hollywood star Zoe Saldana has emerged as the highest-grossing leading actor of all time at the worldwide box office, bagging the top position at the global rankings following the release of blockbuster success of Avatar: Fire and Ash According to box office tracking website Numbers, which compiles worldwide data on the top 100 stars in []

National Award-winning filmmaker Rima Das is set to return to the Berlin International Film Festival with her latest feature Not a Hero, which will have its world premiere in the Generation Kplus Competition at the 76th edition of the festival next month. The film will premiere on February 14, 2026, marking Dass third selection at []

Actors Salman Khan and Kriti Sanon during the wedding reception of singer Stebin Ben and actor Nupur Sanon, in Mumbai, on Tuesday. (PTI)

High praises and warm wishes have been pouring in for Rani Mukerji as the actor has completed 30 years in the film industry while also awaiting the release of her next, Mardaani 3. On Monday, the makers dropped the much-awaited trailer of Mardaani 3, focusing on the chilling disappearance of young girls. Rani Mukerji is []

Mumbai, Jan 14: Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined on Wednesday, extending their previous days losses, due to weakness in IT, consumption, and select banking blue-chip stocks amid escalating geopolitical tensions. Besides, persistent foreign fund outflows and fresh tariff-related uncertainties also unnerved investors, traders said. The 30-share BSE Sensex dropped 244.98 points, or 0.29 []

MUMBAI, Jan 14: The Indian rupee pared early gains to close 11 paise lower at 90.34 against the US dollar on Wednesday, pressured by a strong dollar, foreign outflows from capital markets, and rising crude oil prices. The currency had opened at 90.26, touched a high of 89.94, and an intra-day low of 90.38 before []

MUMBAI, Jan 14: RBI granted in-principle approval to Japans SMBC to convert its Indian branches into a wholly owned subsidiary, after meeting RBI conditions, following its 24.22% stake acquisition in YES Bank. (PTI)

Rajkot, Jan 14: Indian spinners were out-bowled on home turf once again and KL Rahuls unbeaten ton was eclipsed by Daryl Mitchells splendid 131 not out as New Zealand levelled the three-match series 1-1 with a seven-wicket win in the second ODI here on Wednesday. New Zealand not only adapted but also executed better than []

Manchester, Jan 14: New Manchester City signing Antoine Semenyo scored his second goal in as many games as Pep Guardiolas team moved within reach of the English League Cup final with a 2-0 win over Newcastle on Tuesday. The forward, who joined City from Bournemouth for $87 million last week, struck the opening goal in []

Bengaluru, Jan 14: Devdutt Padikkal, who appears to have found a magic bat of sorts and is scoring runs at will, will hold the key to Karnatakas chances as they take on Vidarbha in the first semifinal of the Vijay Hazare Trophy here on Wednesday. Padikkal is batting like a man possessed, and his latest []

Bulawayo (Zimbabwe), Jan 14: Favourites India will look to flaunt their superabundance of talent as they begin the quest for a record-extending sixth Under-19 World Cup title with what is expected to be a rather easy outing against USA in the ICC showpiece beginning here on Thursday. Champions in five of the 16 editions, India []

Bundesliga Stuttgart, Jan 14: Six years into his Stuttgart career, Nikolas Nartey finally scored his first goal for the club to seal a thrilling 3-2 win over Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga on Tuesday. The Danish midfielder found space between two defenders to direct Josha Vagnomans low cross into the net and turned away, shouting []

By Our Reporter Shillong, Jan 12: Mixed Martial Arts fighters from Shillong delivered at the DFL MMA National Tournament, held in Guwahati on January 10 and 11, bringing home top honours and reaffirming Meghalayas growing presence on the national MMA stage. In the female Atomweight category, Ribhalang Sun emerged victorious, capturing the Atomweight Title Belt. []

You grab a takeaway coffee from your local cafe, wrap your hands around the warm cup, take a sip, and head to the office. To most of us, that cup feels harmless, just a convenient tool for caffeine delivery. However, if that cup is made of plastic, or has a thin plastic lining, there is []

SHILLONG: Tura Medical College-ko abachengo sorkarini manchisogimin gita Public-Private Partnership (PPP) mode-o chalaijawaha aro ia medical college-ko sorkarian chalaignok ine Budbar salo, adokni Health Minister Wailadmiki Shylla, gisik raattaianiko onangaha. Iani bidingo kobor ratimgipa manderang baksa agangrikengon, Tura Medical College-ko chinga sorkari college daken chalaina tik kaaha aro ia medical college-ko PPP mode-o chalaina manchianikode []

SHILLONG: Meghalaya State Reservation Policy (SRP)-ni bidingo Expert Committee-ni kupattie ongipa report-ko parakgija donchipanichi jamande dingtang dingtang jatrangni gisepo dingchaogrikanirang ongkatani chol donga ine Hynniewtrep Youth Council (HYC) mikrakataniko onangenba, ia report-ko taraken jinmana parakchina adok sorkariko didiangaha. HYC-ni president Roy Kupar Synrem-ni aganani gitade, ia Reservation Policy-ara namen simsakbena nanggipa niam onga aro ian []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 14: While reiterating that infrastructure growth is necessary, Shillong MP Ricky AJ Syngkon on Tuesday said development projects must not be pursued at the cost of the environment, particularly in ecologically sensitive areas, and welcomed the revised proposal for the Shillong-Silchar High Speed Corridor. Syngkon reminded that he had written []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 14: As part of National Youth Day 2026, the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), East Khasi Hills District, in collaboration with the Meghalaya State Legal Services Authority (MSLSA), on Wednesday organised a legal awareness programme on the NALSA DAWN (Drug Awareness & Wellness Navigation For a Drug-Free India) Scheme, []

From Our Special Correspondent NEW DELHI, Jan 14: BJP national working president Nitin Nabin will soon visit Meghalaya to review the partys organisational strength, senior leader and former Cabinet Minister AL Hek said on Tuesday. Hek, who met Nabin in New Delhi, stated that the visits schedule will be finalized after Nabin is formally elected []

Singapore police rule out foul play in singer-songwriters death SINGAPORE, Jan 14: Popular Indian singer-songwriter Zubeen Garg drowned off Lazarus Island, Singapore, on September 19, 2025, while severely intoxicated and without a life jacket, a coroners court inquiry revealed on January 14, 2026. Garg had travelled to Singapore for a performance at the North East []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 14: With political unrest continuing in neighbouring Bangladesh and growing anxiety over Meghalayas porous international border, the Meghalaya BJP has sounded a cautionary note, saying it has activated its organisational network in border areas to keep a close watch on any suspicious movement. BJP general secretary Wankitbok Pohshna said reports []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 14: Amid continuing administrative turmoil at North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU), various stakeholders on Wednesday urged the state government to take a more active and visible role in resolving the prolonged crisis and restoring normalcy at the institution. Speaking to reporters after meeting Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma at his chamber, []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 14: A 42-year-old woman has lodged an FIR at Laitumkhrah Police Station on Wednesday evening, alleging theft and a brutal assault by an unidentified intruder inside her residence at Upper Lachumiere in broad daylight. According to the complaint, the incident occurred around 2 pm on January 13 when the woman []

By Our Reporter Shillong, Jan 14: Shillong will host the Democracy Run 2026 on January 25 to mark National Voters Day, with hundreds of runners expected to take part in races across three distances. The run is being organised by the Office of the Chief Electoral Officer, Government of Meghalaya, with support from the District []

Limestone, quartz, and select farm products drive the states exports, says NITI Aayog report By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 14: Meghalaya has been ranked 10th among small states, northeastern states, and Union Territories in the Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2024 released by NITI Aayog, and placed in the Challenger category, indicating moderate export readiness with []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 14: The Meghalaya government will release the pending salaries of 288 contractual staff nurses within this month, Health and Family Welfare Minister Wailadmiki Shylla announced. The nurses have not been paid for November and December, prompting the Voice of the People Party (VPP) and the Hynniewtrep Youth Council (HYC) to []

Tura, Jan 14: The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), West Garo Hills, Tura, in collaboration with the Meghalaya State Legal Services Authority (MSLSA) and under the aegis of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA), observed National Youth Day by organizing an awareness programme under the DAWN (Drug Awareness and Wellness Navigation) Scheme, 2025 at Kendriya []

GUWAHATI, Jan 14: The 10th Armed Forces Veterans Day was celebrated at the Air Force Station here on Wednesday with tributes paid to the valiant veterans of the Indian Armed Forces. The event was graced by Air Marshal Surat Singh, Air Officer Commanding-in Chief (AOC-in-C), Eastern Air Command as the chief guest, who lauded the []

New Delhi, Jan 14: A 26-year-old Iranian protester detained during nationwide anti-Khamenei demonstrations is scheduled to be executed on Wednesday, in a case that has sparked international alarm and renewed concerns over Irans use of capital punishment to suppress dissent. Erfan Soltani, arrested on January 8 for participating in protests against Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali []

Actor Yash starrer Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups has found itself in the middle of a legal controversy, days after the makers unveiled the films first teaser. Social activist Dinesh Kallahalli has filed a formal complaint with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), objecting to the obscene, sexually explicit and morally offensive scenes []

Hollywood actor Mark Ruffalo recently attended the Golden Globes as a nominee for his performance in HBOs Task, but he wasnt feeling entirely celebratory. The actor called out the US President Donald Trump and said he couldnt b******* when it came to how not normal it is to attend a glitzy awards ceremony just days []

Actors Urmila Matondkar, Shabana Azmi and Richa Chadha attend the screening of Safia/Safdar in Mumbai, on Monday. (PTI)

Jio hotstar has launched the trailer of Space Gen: Chandrayaan, a powerful, deeply human series inspired by real events that tells the untold story behind one of Indias greatest scientific comebacks, also where India rewrote history. The trailer takes viewers inside that moment of nervousness and thrill, giving viewers and adrenaline rush. The trailer also []

Rajkot, Jan 13: Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma remain actively involved in Indias long-term ODI planning, including preparations for next years World Cup, batting coach Sitanshu Kotak said on Tuesday. Kotak said the two batting superstars, who remain at the forefront of Indias batting firepower in the 50-overs format, are completely aligned with the team []

Hosts target series win as Reddy, Badoni battle for selection Rajkot, Jan 13: Virat Kohlis imperious form has managed to offset mounting injury concerns around some key players and India would hope that the list doesnt get any longer as they close in on sealing the ODI series against New Zealand in the second game []

Rajkot, Jan 13: A pleasant evening is expected once again as the second ODI rolls into Rajkot, and much like Vadodara, the weather is unlikely to throw up any surprises. Dew played only a minor role in the series opener, offering little discomfort to the bowlers, though the surface did pick up pace once the []

Rajkot, Jan 13: Virat Kohli stands on the brink of a landmark achievement as India prepare for the second ODI against New Zealand on Wednesday, with the star batter one half-century away from breaking new ground in the format. Kohli is currently tied with four Indian greats Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, Rohit Sharma and []

Rajkot, Jan 13: Shreyas Iyer is on the verge of a major personal milestone as India head into the second ODI against New Zealand, needing just 34 more runs to reach the 3,000-run mark in the format. With India holding a 1-0 lead, the visitors will be desperate to level the series, but all eyes []

SHILLONG: Adita salrangna skang, West Garo Hills ajani Rajabala jolo donggipa Goalgaon songo, ACHIK dolni membor-rangko niam gri kam kagipa dolsa manderangni chadrapanio, ACHIK dolni membor saksa Dilseng M Sangma, janggitangko gimaatna nangahani gimin ia aselni bidingo kakketko masina manna gita jakgitele sandirokchina adokni Congress dol dabiangaha. Iandakgipa aselko champengna manjahani gimin Mongolbar salo, Meghalaya []

TURA: Garo Hills-ni koelarangko aro roongrangko niam gri gipin biaprangona salaniko champengatchina aro Sixth Schedule-ni ningo Tribal-rangna ongimin bilko chelchakna dabie, Mongolbar salo, Tura-ni MDC aro BJP-ni state vice president Bernard N Marak, Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC)-ni Chief Executive Membor (CEM) Albinush Marak-na sedoataha. Marak-ni parakatani gitade, West Garo Hills ajani roong aro []

WILLIAMNAGAR: East Garo Hills ajao tomtomaniko rakkiangna manna gita ajao niam gri songdong achaenggipa manderangko amsandienba, biaptangtangona watatpilchina Garo Hills Youth Solidarity (GHYS), East Garo Hills ajani District Administration-ko didiataha. Iani bidingo, GHYS-ni dilgiparang, East Garo Hills ajani Deputy Commissioner-na memorandum-koba onangaha. East Garo Hills ajao Tribal onggijagipa manderangni songdong achaanirang batrorobaenganiko nirok sandianirang dongjaengani []

RESUBELPARA: Mongolbar salo, North Garo Hills ajani Adokgre C&RD Block ningo donggipa Dilma Adap songo, Ayushman Bharat Health & Wellness Centre (HWC)-ko, Kharkutta-ni MLA Rupert Momin, nokdonggae onangaha. Ia Ayushman HWC-ko, Dilma Adap jolo donggipa dingtang dingtang songni manderangna anseng baljokaniko onna miksonganio kuliaha. Ia Health & Wellness Centre-ko nokdonggae onangani somoio, Kharkutta-ni MLA Rupert []

SHILLONG: Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) election-na skang, National Peoples Party (NPP)-chi dilenggipa Meghalaya Democratic Alliance (MDA) sorkari, GHADC-ko rimgekna jotton kaenganichi Sixth Schedule-ko bonatna sienga ine Tura-ni MP Saleng A Sangma matnangataha. Iani bidingo kobor ratimgipa manderang baksa agangrikengon, dao adita sal somoirangni gisepon GHADC election-ko ongatna siengahani gimin NPP-ni dilgiparang pilakan, Garo []

TURA:Adita salrangna skang, West Garo Hills ajani Rajabala jolo, ACHIK dolni membor-rangko masina mangijagipa manderangni chadrapanichi, chadrapako mangipa manderangoni saksa janggiko gimaatna nangahani gimin Garo Hills-oni dingtang dingtang dolrang, ia aselko raken jegalattokaha aro dos dakgipa manderangna rakbatsranggipa sastiko onchina dabiangaha. Ia aselko Meghalaya Koch Students Union (MKSU)-ba jegalatengon, ACHIK dolni membor Dilseng Sangma-ko kasaninggija []

Editor, The news Police crackdown on traffic indiscipline in East Khasi Hills (ST January 13, 2026) is newsworthy. Fines can be an effective deterrent for traffic violations because they impose a clear, immediate financial cost on offenders, making risky behaviour less attractive. However, fines alone are not always sufficient; their effectiveness increases when combined with []

National attention was hardly riveted to an event in the national capital on Monday, when Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nations youth as part of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue. This was a rare occasion in tradition-bound India where the focus shifted albeit briefly to youth, whose energy is the principal factor that []

By Bhogtoram Mawroh A few days ago, I was invited to take part in the Nul-Ding Kt Festival, organised by the Biate Cultural Organisation of Meghalaya in Saipung. Nul-Ding Kt, or the Festival of Renewal of Life, is celebrated by the Biatean indigenous community residing in the East Jaintia Hills Districtto express gratitude for natures []

By Ellerine Diengdoh Disclaimer: I can confirm that absolutely no trains were involved in the transport of these sentences. I was petrified that if I put these words on a train, they would arrive too quickly and much too cheaply, bringing with them a terrifying Influx of low-quality, migrant adjectives that might dilute the cultural []