The Shillong Times

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MUMBAI, May 9: The Indian equity benchmarks posted notable gains during the week over easing crude prices, a firmer rupee and softer 10-year bond yields despite lingering geopolitical tensions. Nifty gained 0.76 per cent during the week and dipped 0.60 per cent on the last trading day to reach 24,180. At close, Sensex was down []

NEW DELHI, May 9: Gold prices rose 1.83 per cent during the week over persistent geopolitical uncertainty and volatile crude prices. On Friday, MCX gold June futures gained 0.04 per cent while MCX silver May futures surged 1.34 per cent. Currently gold futures stand at Rs 1,52,589, while silver futures at Rs 2,61,999 per kg. []

NEW DELHI, May 9: Indias investment landscape is undergoing a rapid transformation, with participation expanding beyond metro cities to smaller towns, young investors and women, according to Groww CEO and Co-founder Lalit Keshre on Saturday. Speaking at the Groww IIF India Investor Festival 2026 here to mark the companys 10th anniversary, Keshre said retail []

MUMBAI, May 9: Flexible packaging materials manufacturer RFBL Flexi Pack Ltd on Saturday announced a price band of Rs 47-50 per equity share for its initial public offering, which opens for subscription on May 12. The Rs 35.32-crore IPO of the Gujarat-based manufacturer and trader of printed multilayer flexible packaging materials comprises a fresh issue []

Workers sort wheat grains for sale and packaging at a wholesale market, in Bhopal, on Saturday. (PTI)

SHILLONG: Akashvani-ni bilsi 90 gapaniko manina 5 kilometre Mrathonko All India Radio Shillongni Akashvani Shillong aro Akashvani North Eastern Service nangrime ongatangaha. Ia katsusaanio dingtangdingtang rokomni manderang sak 100-na baten bakko raangaha. Ia marathon-ko ongatanio All India Radio Shillongni Akashvani HoO Shri. Hamarlin Diengdoh nisanko badale abachengataha jeon Meghlayaoni International Marathon katgipa Beningstar Lynkhoiba bako []

SHILLONG: Meghalaya Legislative Assembly tomao Reservation Policy-o chanchina nangchongmotgipani bidingo agangrikna nangako adok sorkari gelronga ine opposition dol Voice of the People Party (VPP) matnangaha. Adokni Reservation Policy-o Expert Committee-ni report-o sorkarini gita mejamangmang party gimik tomaniko ongataoni chele dongengani bidingo warachake aganengon, ian uamangni party-ni niam aro constitutional-na chanchina nangchenganio pangchake chadenga ine VPP []

Kolkata: (IANS) Sonibar salo Suvendu Adhikari-ni West Bengal-ni Chief Minister-na kumikchetaniona Meghalaya-ni Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma, Assa-ni CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, Tripura-ni CM Manik Saha, Arunachal Pradesh-ni CM Pema Khandu, Nagaland-ni CM Neiphiu Rio, Sikkim-ni CM Prem Singh Tamang aro Manipur-ni CM Yumnam Khemchand Singh- uamang bakko raangtokaha. Kolkata-ni Brigade Parade Ground-o kumikchetangaha. West []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 9: The High Court of Meghalaya has quashed a POCSO case against a man, noting that he and the victim have since married and are raising three children together. Chief Justice Revati Mohite Dere passed the order on May 7 in response to a petition seeking the quashing of an []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 9: A multi-lingual cultural programme was held here to commemorate the 165th birth anniversary of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. The event was organised by the Rilbong Sports & Cultural Club in collaboration with the Department of Arts and Culture and the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR). Principal Secretary of []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 9: Agriculture Minister Timothy D. Shira has called for the adoption of eco-friendly and farmer-centric technologies to ensure long-term agricultural sustainability and enhanced productivity in Meghalaya. Speaking during a visit to the ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region on Friday, Shira stressed the importance of sustainable hill farming, climate-resilient practices []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 9: The Office of the Commissioner of Transport, Meghalaya, has issued a public notice directing all vehicle owners to strictly comply with rules regarding High Security Registration Plates (HSRP) and mandatory documentation. The notice, which was issued recently, follows observations by the department that numerous vehicles are plying without proper []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 9: Following the rescue of a newborn buried alive in Ri-Bhoi recently, the State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (SCPCR) has called for increased public awareness and the empowerment of women to prevent such tragedies. Speaking to media persons here on Saturday, SCPCR Chairperson Agatha Sangma said that the []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 9: A late-night fire at Them Bijoy near the Ajmira building on Saturday destroyed four roadside shops, triggering panic in the area and causing loss of property. The fire, which broke out around 10 pm, engulfed a fast-food stall, a salon, a dairy outlet and another shop dealing in miscellaneous []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 9: The National Lok Adalat on Saturday settled 183 cases across Meghalaya, involving a total settlement amount of Rs 1.34 crore. Organised by the Meghalaya State Legal Services Authority (MSLSA) under the aegis of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA), the Lok Adalat was conducted in the High Court of []

On the birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore, Shreya Chaudhuri revisits the bards artistic legacy through an immersive portrait of his life and work. The multi-hyphenate Rabindranath Tagore (1861-1941) occupies a deified status by virtue of his prolific output that could run into infinite pages, if quantified. A renowned poet, author, playwright, composer, philosopher and cultural []

Raising children to have a good relationship with food and their bodies is one of the best ways to promote good self-esteem and protect them from developing disordered eating. But this can be tricky if you struggle with eating and body image yourself. So, what should you aim for, and what should you avoid? First, []

New Delhi, May 8: Kolkata Knight Riders spinners strangled Delhi Capitals with a ruthless choke before Finn Allen unleashed a brutal six-hitting exhibition to power the visitors to a comfortable eight-wicket win and reignite their IPL playoff hopes here on Friday. The spin trio of Anukul Roy (2/31), Sunil Narine (1/17) and Varun Chakravarthy (0/28), []

Bengaluru, May 8: The Karnataka State Cricket Associations request for additional 10,057 complimentary tickets led to the shifting of IPL final and playoff matches from the M Chinnaswamy Stadium here, a BCCI source has said. Bengaluru was to host the final going by convention as Royal Challengers Bengaluru are the defending champions. But IPL chairman []

Jaipur, May 8: An upbeat Gujarat Titans will be determined to continue their winning streak and leapfrog a wobbly Rajasthan Royals in their mid-table Indian Premier League clash here on Saturday. Only the net run rate separates the 2022 edition winners Gujarat Titans (-0.147) from the fourth-placed 2008 champion Rajasthan Royals (0.510) in the points []

Mumbai, May 8: Former India spinner Sairaj Bahutule is likely to join the Indian mens cricket team as spin bowling coach after the senior team management reportedly recommended his name to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), according to sources. Bahutule, who is currently working as spin bowling coach with Punjab Kings []

Lucknow, May 8: Former India batter Ambati Rayudu believes Prince Yadav is not far away from making his international debut after the young pacer produced another impressive spell in Lucknow Super Giants thrilling nine-run win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on Thursday. Prince played a decisive role in LSGs successful []

Dubai, May 8: The United Arab Emirates said it responded to another Iranian missile barrage on Friday, hours after the US said it traded fire with Iranian forces in the Strait of Hormuz, in the latest blows to a shaky month-old ceasefire. The UAEs Defence Ministry said three people were wounded after air defences engaged []

London, May 8: John McGinn scored twice as Aston Villa routed Nottingham Forest 4-0 in the Europa League to reach its first major European final in 44 years. McGinns second-half goals on Thursday were almost identical left-footed shots from the edge of the area to cap a dominant display at Villa Park in the second []

Shillong, May 8: Mishon SSCC booked the last available place in the pre-quarterfinals of the 5th Meghalaya State League with a thrilling 5-2 victory against Lawbah SC in Group F at Mairang on Friday. The other match saw Shillong Lajong FC blank Lumphyrnai Sohphoh FC 5-0 at Wahiajer in Group E. Lawbah had to win []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 8: The Judicial Commission of Inquiry headed by Justice (retd) R.S. Chauhan conducted a three-day sitting from May 6 to 8 at the State Guest House in Shillong in connection with the Mynsngat-Thangsko blast incident in East Jaintia Hills District on February 5. The tragic incident led to the death []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 8: Despite officially returning over Rs 209 crore of non-utilised funds to the Union Ministry of Railways, effectively signalling the end of the road for railway projects in Khasi-Jaintia Hills, the Meghalaya government remains optimistic about reaching a consensus with stakeholders on the protracted topic. Transport Minister Sniawbhalang Dhar on []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 8: Facing severe resistance, the Meghalaya government has allowed retired as well as in-service employees of deficit schools and colleges to opt out of the Meghalaya Non-Government Schools and Colleges Employees Centralised Provident Fund (CPF) Scheme, 2026, and withdraw their accumulated CPF amounts subject to prescribed conditions. The Education Department []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 8: The state government has instituted an inquiry into the three-day violence in Garo Hills in March relating to the filing of nomination papers for the now-postponed GHADC election. The notification issued by Chief Secretary Shakil P. Ahammed said that the Commission of Inquiry will be headed by Justice (retd) []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 8: The state government is awaiting confirmation from Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the formal inauguration of the Shillong Medical College and Hospital (SMCH). Speaking to reporters here on Friday, Health Minister Wailadmiki Shylla said the government wants the event to be held in a significant manner as the SMCH []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 8: A viral video circulating widely on social media, particularly on WhatsApp on Friday, triggered fresh controversy over the new Assembly building at Mawkasiang, New Shillong Township, after it appeared to show a portion of the roof coming apart. The concerns have surfaced at a time when the Assembly building []

ISBT ops to normalise after Umiam road works completion, reveals Dhar By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 8: Transport Minister Sniawbhalang Dhar on Friday said the state government is examining the possibility of providing relief to truckers by waiving certain vehicle-related taxes and penalties, particularly those linked to state subjects, following representations from transporters facing financial []

From Our Correspondent NONGPOH, May 8: The two-day Niangtaser Festival got under way on Friday at Iewsier in Ri-Bhoi district. Community and Rural Development Minister Sosthenes Sohtun inaugurated the festival, organised by the Ri Bhoi Tourism and Environmental Development Forum (RBTEDF) in collaboration with the shnong of Saiden. Heavy rainfall affected the movement of visitors []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 8: The signatories to the Agreed Text for Settlement (ATS) have flagged serious delays, abandoned infrastructure projects, and lapses in monitoring following field inspections of several projects sanctioned under the agreement signed between the Government of India, the Government of Meghalaya and two factions of the ANVC groups in Garo []

From Our Correspondent TURA, May 8: Akashvani (AIR) Tura, in collaboration with Doordarshan Kendra (DDK), organised a walkathon on Friday to commemorate 90 years of All India Radios service to the nation. The event, celebrating the broadcasters legacy from 1936 to 2026, was flagged off by Ferdinand Marak, Assistant Director (Programme) at Akashvani Tura, in []

Shanghai, May 8: Recurve archer Simranjeet Kaur and compound shooter Sahil Jadhav emerged as Indias surprise standout performers in an otherwise patchy campaign, staying on course for their maiden Archery World Cup medals here on Friday. Asian Games team bronze medallist Simranjeet, who narrowly missed a place in the Indian womens team after finishing three []

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 []

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. []

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

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 []

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 []

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 []

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 []

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 []

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) []

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 []

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 []

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 []

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 []