Residents react after their home was struck by a missile launched from Iran, in Rishon Lezion, Israel, on Saturday. (Inset top left) An explosion is seen during a missile attack in Tel Aviv, Israel. (PTI) The post Residents react after their home was struck by a missile launched from Iran, in Rishon Lezion, Israel, on Saturday appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILONG, June 14: The ongoing construction of the Umshyrpi Bridge will take some more time to complete. The construction is part of the four-laning of the Shillong-Dawki Road project. Authorities enforced restrictions on the movement of vehicles along the bridge from June 12 to 15 between 10 pm to 5 am. However, [] The post Work on Umshyrpi Bridge to continue until June 18 appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 14: The North-Eastern Hill University Teachers Association (NEHUTA) has expressed deep disappointment following the arrest of Prof Nirmalendu Saha, the senior-most professor of the university. NEHUTA president Lakhon Kma said he was aware that Prof Saha had taken two days of leave to attend exam duties at Gauhati University. If [] The post NEHUTA disappointed over Prof N Sahas arrest by CBI appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 14: The office of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Shillong Municipal Board has issued a public notice directing all residents within the Shillong Municipal area to register their pet dogs with the Board under Section 128 of the Meghalaya Municipal Act (MM Act). According to the notification, every [] The post Shillong municipality makes dog registration mandatory appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 14: Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Saturday visited the Sawaiom Fresh Farm located in the Mawryngkneng area, expressing admiration for the advanced farming technologies being adopted by local entrepreneurs to address Meghalayas agricultural and fish production challenges. The farm, started by Rudy Kharmawphlang and Rawnsley Syiem, is among the [] The post Conrad lauds use of advanced farming tech adopted by locals appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 14: The state government has issued a stern warning that departmental proceedings will be initiated against government employees who undertake private visits abroad without obtaining prior permission. In an official order, Commissioner and Secretary of the Personnel & A.R. (A) Department, CVD Diengdoh, stated that despite clear instructions outlined in [] The post Govt warns its employees against pvt visits abroad sans permission appeared first on The Shillong Time

Conditions such as setting up of Waste Management Treatment Plant, implementation of Biomedical Waste Management Plan not met By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 14: The Dorbar Shnong of Khliehshnong, Sohra, has warned of legal action against the Health department if it proceeds with the inauguration of the 50-bed AYUSH Hospital without first fulfilling the conditions [] The post Dorbar warns legal action against govt over Ayush hospital appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 14: The North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) has secured the 29th position out of 51 central universities in the Indian Institutional Ranking Framework (IIRF) 2025, with an overall index score of 932.91. The IIRF rankings, released on June 13, are widely regarded as one of the most credible assessments of Indian [] The post NEHU ranks 29th among central varsities in IIRF list appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 14: A 31-year-old man identified as Johny Lyngdoh Mawlong was reportedly found hanging in a forested area near the Sericulture Department farm at Lawsohtun Block-6 on Saturday morning. According to police, they received the information from the Rangbah Shnong (headman) of the locality early in the day. East Khasi Hills [] The post 31-yr-old man found hanging in Lawsohtun appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 14: A total of 1,681 out of 3,869 candidates which translates to nearly half of the states candidates from Meghalaya have qualified for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test NEET (UG) 2025, the results of which were declared by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on Saturday. According [] The post Nearly half of state candidates qualify NEET-UG appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Guwahati, June 14: As part of its sustained efforts to deal with the ongoing challenges of Human-Elephant Conflict (HEC) in Udalguri district of Assam, premier biodiversity conservation organisation Aaranyak, with the support of the SBI Foundation, has installed a 6-kilometre stretch of low-cost, solar-powered fence covering the high-conflict villages of No.1 Bholatar, No.3 Bholatar, and [] The post 6 km solar-powered fence secures 3 HEC-affected villages in Udalguri district of Assam appeared f

Meghalaya govt not to take legal action in defamation case Honeymoon murder By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 13: East Khasi Hills Police will take all the five accused in the honeymoon murder case to Sohra for reconstruction of the crime scene once the questioning is completed. East Khasi Hills SP Vivek Syiem on Friday said [] The post All five accused to be taken to Sohra after interrogation: SP appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 13: Following the recent murder of a tourist in Sohra and the renewed calls for Inner Line Permit (ILP), the State Cabinet on Friday took stock of the situation and resolved to revisit the Meghalaya Residents Safety and Security Act (MRSSA), 2016, to tighten safety mechanisms and close existing gaps. [] The post Honeymoon murder effect: Govt to revisit MRSSA to plug security gaps appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter Shillong, June 13: The ongoing construction of the Umshyrpi Bridge as part of the four-laning of the Shillong-Dawki Road project led to major traffic congestion throughout the day on Friday, causing massive inconvenience to the public and throwing normal life out of gear. Authorities have enforced restrictions on the movement of vehicles [] The post Umshyrpi Bridge work leads to traffic jams, disrupts life in city appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter Shillong, June 13: Members of the Confederation of Meghalaya Social Organisations (CoMSO) took out a surprise rally and staged a protest outside the Main Secretariat on Friday, pressing for the fulfilment of three long-pending demands the implementation of the Inner Line Permit (ILP), the formation of Special Investigation Teams (SITs) in [] The post CoMSO refreshes demand for ILP, SITs with surprise rally appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 13: The Meghalaya Cabinet has cleared a new initiative under the Chief Ministers Regional Connectivity Scheme 2025 to strengthen regional transport infrastructure across the state. Cabinet Minister and MDA spokesperson Paul Lyngdoh announced that 90 buses will be introduced under the scheme to connect district headquarters with block and regional [] The post Govt to procure 90 buses to boost intrastate connectivity appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 13: The Expert Committee on Reservation Policy has submitted its report to the Meghalaya government, Cabinet Minister Paul Lyngdoh revealed on Friday. The same was discussed as an informal agenda during the Cabinet meeting, he said, while adding that the government has asked Chief Secretary DP Wahlang and senior government [] The post Job quota: Expert panel submits report to state govt appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 13: The UDP, which recently decided to be a part of the all-party committee on railways, has asserted that supporting or opposing railways just for the sake of it without any discussion is a not good idea. Speaking to media persons here, UDP president Metbah Lyngdoh said the party has [] The post Discussion must before decision on railways: UDP appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Ri-Bhoi DC prohibits use of plastics below 120 microns NONGPOH, June 13: The Deputy Commissioner of Ri-Bhoi has directed all stakeholders, including commercial establishments, e-commerce companies, online marketplaces, stockists, distributors, retailers and the general public to strictly refrain from stocking, distributing, selling or using plastic carry bags that are less than 120 microns in thickness. [] The post Meghalaya Nuggets appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Weighbridge irregularities By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 13: The High Court of Meghalaya has directed the Principal Secretary of the Transport Department to properly scrutinise and take necessary action on the serious allegations raised by a petitioner regarding the operation of weighbridges across Meghalaya. The case, filed as a public interest litigation (PIL), centres around [] The post HC directs govt scrutiny & apt action appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 13: The Meghalaya Cabinet has approved a proposal to transform unused land owned by the Meghalaya Energy Corporation Limited (MeECL) into sites for tourism development. A total of 273.41 acres will be leased to the Tourism Department under a lease and revenue-sharing arrangement. Speaking to the media persons Following the [] The post Cabinet okays transformation of unused MeECL land for tourism appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Guwahati, June 13: Eminent industry leader Sri Ravi Kant has recently joined The Assam Royal Global University (RGU) as a Member of its Advisory Board. His inclusion marks a significant step forward in strengthening the universitys strategic vision and societal impact. A visionary business leader and former Managing Director and Vice Chairman of Tata Motors, [] The post Former Tata Motors Chief Ravi Kant joins RGU Advisory Board appeared first on The Shillong Times .

GUWAHATI, June 13: Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has directed law enforcement officers to be zero tolerant against elements who desecrate temples,namgharsand sacred spaces in the state. Sarma visited Dhubri on Friday and announced thatRapid Action Force and CRPF personnel along with additional police personnel from Assam Police would be deployed in the western [] The post Dhubri beef controversy: Security tightened, shoot-at-sight ordered appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Shillong, June 13: The Meghalaya government has cleared the way for a major tourism facelift by approving the transfer of 273.41 acres of unused land from the Power Department to the Tourism Department. The land, spread across several key locations including the IB campus, Lee Junction, Nomsdea, and L. Ponging Island, will be leased for [] The post Unused Power Department land handed over to Meghalaya Tourism Department appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Shillong, June 13: The Meghalaya Cabinet has approved the Chief Ministers Regional Connectivity Scheme 2025, an ambitious initiative to introduce a fleet of 90 buses aimed at enhancing district-to-district and regional mobility. The scheme will prioritize routes connecting district and block headquarters, ensuring timely arrivals by 9:30 AM and departures by 5:30 PM to cater [] The post Cabinet nod to Meghalaya CMs Regional Connectivity Scheme appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Shillong, June 13: The State government on Friday urged the pressure groups to have faith in the government and moved collectively the interest of the State. Cabinet Minister and MDA spokesperson said this in reaction to pressure groups taking to the street in demand for introduction of ILP in the State. Meanwhile, the expert committee [] The post Pressure groups press for ILP in Meghalaya appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Jakarta, June 13: The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Friday strongly condemned Israels strike on Iran, calling it a breach of law that undermines the very foundations of the international legal system. The attack risks exacerbating existing regional tensions and could potentially trigger a broader conflict, the ministry stated via its official social media [] The post Indonesia condemns Israeli attack on Iran, urges restraint appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Riyadh, June 13: Several Arab countries on Friday issued strong condemnation of Israels attack on Iran early on Friday, which has significantly escalated tensions in the region and raised the spectre of a broader conflict between the long-standing rivals. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia expresses its strong condemnation and denunciation of the blatant Israeli aggressions [] The post Arab nations condemn Israeli attack on Iran, urge international community to prevent conflict appeared first on The Sh

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 12: East Khasi Hills Superintendent of Police Vivek Syiem on Thursday said all five accused in the Raja Raghuvanshi murder case have confessed to their roles in the crime. The confession was made just a day after a court in Shillong had sent the accused to eight-day police custody. Syiem [] The post All 5 accused confess to roles in Rajas murder appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 12: The Meghalaya Police have made special arrangements for the dietary requirements of Sonam Raghuvanshi and the four others accused in the murder of her husband, Raja Raghuvanshi. An official said that the police took note of their diet, which is different from that of most communities in the Northeast. [] The post Sonam, other murder accused on spl diet appeared first on The Shillong Times .

From Our Special Correspondent GUWAHATI, June 12: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Guwahati, has arrested Prof. Nirmalendu Saha of the Department of Zoology and Dean of School of Life Sciences, North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU), along with a proprietor of a Guwahati-based firm in a bribery case. Prof. Saha and Pranjal Sharma, a resident of [] The post CBI arrests NEHU professor, Guwahati trader in bribery case appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 12: The Childrens Hospital, Shillong, has joined hands with Motherhood Hospitals, a leading network specializing in comprehensive women and child healthcare, to introduce NICU Live a cutting-edge virtual remote monitoring program for neonatal care. This collaboration is set to enhance the quality of neonatal intensive care in Shillong by [] The post Childrens Hospital enters partnership to better neonatal care appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 12: Mawhati MLA Charles Marngar has urged the state government to upgrade two health sub centres along Mawrong road into Primary Health Centres (PHCs), citing the difficulties faced by residents due to poor access to healthcare. Marngar, along with members of the Synjuk ki Rangbah Shnong Ri Bhoi unit, met [] The post Mawhati MLA for upgrade of two health sub centres appeared first on The Shillong Times .

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 12: The High Court of Meghalaya has directed the district councils to cooperate with the state and a government-formed committee to hold meetings with various denominations of the Christian community and solve the issue of burying the dead in cemeteries. The directive followed the hearing of a public interest litigation [] The post HC includes Christian burial issue in scope of petition on crematoria appeared first on The Shillong Times .

New Delhi, June 12: Shares of Boeing fell sharply in pre-market trading on Thursday, dropping over 6 per cent after an Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft crashed in Ahmedabad. As of 3.31 p.m. IST, Boeing shares were down by 6.42 per cent in pre-market trading, at $196.51. On Wednesday, the stock had closed 0.80 [] The post Boeing shares plunge over 6 pc in pre-market trade after Ahmedabad plane crash appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Washington, June 12: US President Donald Trump has officially launched a new immigration pathway for wealthy foreigners, dubbed the gold card, offering a route to permanent residency in exchange for a $5 million payment to the government. The long-discussed program was unveiled on Wednesday through a new government-backed website, trumpcard.gov, where interested individuals can now [] The post Trump launches $5 million gold card immigration website appeared first on The Shillong Times .

TURA, June 11: Members of the Garo Hills Deficit School Teachers and Employees Association (GHDSTEA) have decided to go on a two-day mass leave on June 12 and 13 in protest against the non release of their salaries for the previous three months. Through a communiqu on Wednesday afternoon, the teachers expressed concern and anguish [] The post GH teachers to go on two-day mass leave over unpaid salaries appeared first on The Shillong Times .

GUWAHATI, June 11: Several cities and towns of the Northeast, including Shillong, are bearing the brunt of extreme heat and humidity, with mercury levels shooting well above the seasonal normal over the past couple of days. According to the weather bulletin issued by the Regional Meteorological Centre here on Wednesday evening, the hot and humid [] The post Shillong sizzles as mercury soars above normal appeared first on The Shillong Times .

SHILLONG, June 11: Ri-Bhoi Police is searching for a truck hit by an Assam-registered Hyundai Alcazar near Nongpoh, which led to the death of an Assam girl, Namrata Bora. The family of the girl has alleged foul play in the incident. The police have taken the statements of all four persons involved in the accident. [] The post Ri-Bhoi hunt for truck involved in accident case appeared first on The Shillong Times .

SHILLONG, June 11: The family of Raja Raghuvanshi on Wednesday apologised to the Meghalaya government as the Indore-based businessmans murder, allegedly by his wife, Sonam, had tarnished the image of the Northeastern state. Rajas brother Sachin Raghuvanshi also thanked the Meghalaya government for supporting their family. I want to apologise to the Meghalaya government that [] The post Rajas family apologises for tarnishing states image appeared first on The Shillong Times .

SHILLONG, June 11: The Meghalaya government on Wednesday felicitated the search and rescue team that tirelessly worked to recover the body of Indore tourist Raja Raghuvanshi, helping unravel one of the most gripping murder cases to hit Sohra (Cherrapunjee). His newly-wed wife, Sonam Raghuvanshi, is accused of having plotted the murder with three others. The [] The post State govt felicitates Sohra search team members appeared first on The Shillong Times .

INDORE, June 11: The brother of Sonam Raghuvanshi, accused of plotting the murder of her Indore-based husband Raja during their honeymoon in Meghalaya, on Wednesday said he is 100 per cent sure his sister orchestrated the crime and asserted she should be hanged if found guilty. A distraught Govind Raghuvanshi, brother of Sonam, declared his [] The post Sonam involved in Rajas murder, says her brother appeared first on The Shillong Times .

SHILLONG, June 11: It did not have an official code but within the tight circle of the Special Investigation Team (SIT), consisting of 20 police officials, it came to be known as Operation Honeymoon a sharp, surgically executed mission that crossed state lines, evaded media glare, and cracked a murder conspiracy rooted far beyond [] The post Operation Honeymoon: Quiet, fast and precise by state police appeared first on The Shillong Times .

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Interrogation to begin today, says EKH police chief Vivek Syiem SHILLONG, June 11: A local court in Shillong on Wednesday sent the mastermind of honeymoon murder case Sonam Raghuvanshi, her alleged lover Raj Kushwaha and three other accused to eight-day police custody. Sonam was brought to Shillong in the wee hours from Ghazipur in Uttar [] The post Sonam, 4 accused sent to eight-day police remand appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Beckenham (Kent), June 11: Nitish Reddy can produce magical deliveries but Indias bowling coach Morne Morkel wants the batting all-rounder to bowl more overs to complement his primary skill-set of batting in the upcoming five-Test series against England. Reddy, who scored a Test hundred against Australia at the MCG in the last years Boxing Day [] The post Coach Morkel wants to see Nitish bowl more overs appeared first on The Shillong Times .

London, June 11: Australias bowlers fought back after they were bowled out for a modest total by South Africa as 14 wickets fell on an engrossing first day of the World Test Championship final at the Lords Cricket Ground on Wednesday. Proteas quick bowler Kagiso Rabada claimed five of them after he helped skittle Australia [] The post Australia fight back after Rabadas fifer as 14 wickets fall on Day 1 appeared first on The Shillong Times .

SHILLONG: Raja Raghuvanshi-ko Sohra jolo, uni jikgipa Sonam aro gipin manderangni sootanichi Meghalaya adokna aro salgro salaram jol gimiknan namgija bimingko rabaani gita ongahani gimin Budbar salo, Raja-ni nokdang, Meghalaya sorkario kemako biataha. Raja-ni nokdangna pilak nanga dakchakanirangko onahani giminba sianggipa Raja-ni adatang Sachin Raghuvanshi, Meghalaya sorkariko mittelpilataha. Sonam Raghuvanshi-ni asel Meghalaya adok gimikko matnangahani [] The post Raja Raghuvanshi-ni nokdang M

SHILLONG, June 11: Meghalaya has taken a significant step towards sustainable resource management with the launch of a pilot project to certify bamboo forests under international standards, paving the way for global market access, environmental protection, and enhanced rural livelihoods. Bamboo, hailed as one of the most versatile and renewable resources, is deeply interwoven with [] The post Meghalaya unveils major pilot project on bamboo appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Karatekas representing All Meghalaya Karate Do Association will participate in the 4th KIO National Cadet Junior & Sub Junior Karate Championship 2025 to be held at Dehradun, from June 12 15. The winners of the event will have the opportunity to represent India in the 2025 WKF Youth Camp & Karate 1-Youth League [] The post 4th KIO National Cadet Junior & Sub Junior Karate Championship 2025 appeared first on The Shillong Times .