Guwahati, June 17: In a significant step towards restoring traditional water management systems and strengthening rural resilience vis--vis climate change, premier biodiversity conservation organisation Aaranyak, with support from LIC Housing Finance Ltd. (CSR initiative), has successfully rejuvenated two vital community-managed irrigation canals (Dong in local parlance) in Udalguri district of Assam. The Bhawani Dong in [] The post Age-old Dong canals revived in Udalguri district to restore wat

KHLIEHRIAT, June 16, 2025: The Industrial Training Institute (ITI), Khliehriat under craftsmen Training Scheme for the session 2025-26 (one-year course) is open in various trades in which application forms is available both in offline and online mode. The trades include Driver cum Mechanic (LMV) for 6 months course, Surface Ornamentation Techniques (Embroidery) for 1 year [] The post ITI, Khliehriat announces beginning of admission process appeared first on The Shillong Times .

New Delhi, June 17: Jasprit Bumrah, Indias fast bowling talisman, is already casting a long shadow over the upcoming five-Test series against England, with two of Englands modern greats Stuart Broad and Jos Buttler showering rich praise on the pacers skill, uniqueness and match-winning potential. Speaking on the For the Love of Cricket [] The post Balanced and brutal: Broad and Buttler hail Bumrah as Indias trump card for England Tests appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Agartala/Aizawl, June 17: Assam Rifles have seized contraband worth over Rs 5.15 crore in Tripura and Mizoram and arrested a drug peddler during the past 24 hours, officials said on Tuesday. An Assam Rifles spokesman said that the para-military troops, acting on secret information, launched an operation and seized 170 cartons of banned foreign cigarettes [] The post Contraband worth Rs 5.15 crore seized in Tripura, Mizoram; one arrested appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Guwahati, June 17: In the ever-booming perfume industry, its always refreshing to see an organic fragrance rise and claim its place in the market. In alignment with this vision, the University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM) is delighted to announce that Archi Phukan, M.Sc. 4th Semester (Botany) student of the varsity, under the mentorship [] The post Organic perfumes developed by USTM students in Botany Department appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Israel calls for Tehran evacuations before counterstrikes Jerusalem, June 16: Iran launched a new wave of missile attacks against Israel early Monday, killing at least eight people and intensifying a conflict now in its fourth day. In response, Israel warned up to 330,000 people in central Tehran to evacuate ahead of planned airstrikes. This area [] The post Iran missile attacks kill 8 in Israel on day four of conflict appeared first on The Shillong Times .

MUMBAI, June 16: In a significant move, the BCCI has decided to conduct an additional bone test at the junior level to ensure that no cricketer misses out on playing an extra season due to the +1 factor that is currently added to the calculation, which renders players ineligible by thinnest of margins. As per [] The post BCCI to conduct additional bone test for age determination in junior cricket appeared first on The Shillong Times .

DUBAI, June 16: Indias marquee womens ODI World Cup match against Pakistan will be held at the neutral venue of R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on October 5, the ICC announced on Monday. Colombo had to be added as a neutral venue according to the Hybrid Model that was accepted for the mens Champions Trophy [] The post Womens ODI WC: India to face Pakistan on October 5 at Colombo appeared first on The Shillong Times .

CHENNAI, June 16: Allegations of ball-tampering have been levelled against R Ashwin-led Dindigul Dragons in the ongoing Tamil Nadu Premier League by Seicham Madurai Panthers, who have been directed to present evidence for the post-facto and speculative charges by the events organisers. The Panthers accused Dragons of tampering with the ball by using towels treated [] The post Panthers level ball-tampering charges against Ashwin-led Dragons appeared first on The Shillong Times .

LONDON, June 16: After a narrow defeat against Australia, the Indian Womens Hockey Team is set to give their all against World No. 2 Argentina in their upcoming FIH Pro League 2024-25 (Women) matches in London on 17 and 18 June. Captain Salima Tete claims her team will give it their all in both games. [] The post Indian eves eye stronger response against Argentina appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Sonam-ko porikka rae nina MIMHANS-ona rimanga SHILLONG: Madhya Pradesh adokoni rebagipa tourist Raja Raghuvanshi-ko sootanina matnanga mangipa uni jikgipa Sonam aro gipin sakbri manderangko Meghalaya Police-ni ningo done singsandianirang Sombar salo saldok gapaha aro ia manderangko singsandianio police-rang, bilakgipa sakkirangko mesokna rake kamko kaenga ine Sombar salo, adokni Director General of Police (DGP) Idashisha Nongrang [] The post Raja Raghuvanshi-ko sootgipa manderangni kosako bilakg

MUNICH, June 16: A string of consistent final appearances and two standout gold medal performances powered India to a commendable and strong third-place finish at the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup (Rifle/Pistol) Munich 2025. It was a strong performance at one of the most competitive and popular events in the world of international [] The post Strong finish helps India double World Cup haul from last year appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Pasadena, June 16: Fabin Ruiz and Vitinha scored in the first half, and Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain opened Club World Cup play with a 4-0 victory over Atltico Madrid. PSG largely dominated Atltico at the Rose Bowl in its first match since trouncing Inter Milan 5-0 to win its first Champions League title on [] The post PSG thrash Atletico Madrid 4-0 to kick off CWC campaign appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Philadelphia, June 16: Manchester City will begin their pursuit of a second Club World Cup title in successive tournaments as they take on Moroccan giants Wydad AC in their Group G opener on Wednesday in Philadelphia. Grouped alongside Italian heavyweights Juventus and UAE outfit Al-Ain, Pep Guardiolas side face a competitive challenge in the expanded [] The post Man City set for Club WC vs Wydad amid high expectations appeared first on The Shillong Times .

AMPATI: Salmanpara constituency-ni gitcham MLA Samarendro S Sangma, Robibar salo, Nogorpara songo donggipa uni noko agilsakko watangaha. Bilsi 97 onge janggi tanganggipa Samarendro S Sangma, Garo Hills-o gitchambatsranggipa dilgiparangoni saksa onge, Meghalaya adokko manna skang aro manani jamanba adokna dingtang dingtang gadangrango dangdike onangaha. Ua, 1928 bilsini December 28 tariko, West Bengal adokni Cooch Behar-o [] The post Salmanpara-ni gitcham MLA agilsakko watanga appeared first on T

Nikrikgipa mechikko police-rang singsandigen SHILLONG: Madhya Pradesh adokoni rebagipa Raja Raghuvanshi-ko sootanina uni jikgipa Sonam aro gipin sakbri manderangko dao Meghalaya Police singsandiengkuon, Sonam-ni Uttar Pradesh adokona reange Ghazipur police-rangna bame onena skang, uko UP adokni mechik saksa, mande sakgni baksa bus gario nikrikahani gimin police-rang, dao ia mechikkoba singsandina miksongenga. Ua somoio Sonam-ko nikrikgipa [] The post Sonam-ko UP-o bame onna skang mande sakgni ba

Amman, June 16: An engrossing qualifying journey of 16 games and the obstacles of a war came crashing down in an instant for Oday Dabbagh and his Palestinian team. Their legacy will long continue. Players left the field in tears in the immediate aftermath at the King Abdullah II Stadium in Amman, Jordan, last Thursday [] The post Penalty shatters Palestinian WC dreams appeared first on The Shillong Times .

New Delhi, June 16: Former Australia opener Matthew Hayden believes India will have a strong chance of winning the upcoming Test series against England if they can clinch the games in Leeds and Manchester, but South African pace great Dale Steyn has backed the hosts to triumph 3-2 in the five-match contest. India and England [] The post England will hold the edge but India will push hard appeared first on The Shillong Times .

London, June 16: England fast bowling great James Anderson enjoyed his battles against Indian stalwarts Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli over the course of his 21-year long career but he found bowling to the latter a tad tougher. Anderson, who made his Test debut in 2003, retired only last season to cap off a special [] The post Kohli and I traded dominance, didnt feel like that with Sachin: Anderson appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Galle, June 16: Angelo Matthews has raised concerns regarding the number of Test matches Sri Lanka will be playing in the upcoming World Test Championship cycle. Sri Lanka will be playing six two-game series across the 2025-27 cycle, the joint lowest alongside Bangladesh. Matthews pointed out how Australia, England and India will be playing 22, [] The post Sri Lanka deserve to play Tests like Australia, India: Matthews appeared first on The Shillong Times .

SHILLONG: Meghalaya adoko skanggipa changna Health Summit-ko Sombar salo, Shillong songjinmani State Convention Centre-o ongatangaha aro ia Summit ba tomanio, adokni Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma, adokni Health Minister Ampareen Lyngdoh, dingtang dingtang hospital-rangni dilgiparang, doctor-rang, sanna banani abao kam kagiparang aro dingtang dingtang official-rangba bak raangtokaha. Ia Health Summit-o bakko rae adokni Chief Minister, [] The post Adoko skanggipa changna Health Summit-ko ongata a

Shillong, June 16: The 4th Division Under-20 Football League 2025 witnessed another engaging day of action at the SSA Football Stadium in Shillong on Monday, featuring two competitive fixtures. In the first match of the day, Mawshubuit SC and Risa Colony SC settled for a 1-1 draw. Lurshai Wankhar put Mawshubuit SC ahead in the [] The post Rangshken pip Mawlyngngad SC as Mawshubuit hold Risa Colony appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Jerusalem, June 16: Iran launched a new pre-dawn missile attack on Israel on Monday, killing at least eight people and wounding dozens, Israeli officials said, as the four-day conflict triggered by an Israeli surprise assault intensified. The missile barrage set off air raid sirens across Israel. Plumes of black smoke rose above Haifa, a major [] The post Iran missile strikes kill eight in Israel as conflict enters fourth day appeared first on The Shillong Times .

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 .