Meghalaya

Govt to clear JJM bills worth Rs 900 cr soon

Shillong, April 9: Pending bills of Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) contractors worth over Rs 900 crore will be cleared soon after following completion of due process. The process of payment...

New bridge to boost rural connectivity in South West Garo Hills

Ampati, April 9: In a major push towards strengthening rural infrastructure, the newly constructed Mangsanggre Bridge was inaugurated...

Information sought on abandoned newborn boy

Shillong, April 8: The authorities have sought information regarding an abandoned newborn boy, who was found outside the...

Garobadha PIC gets upgraded into Police Outpost

Ampati, April 8: In a move aimed at improving public service delivery and administrative efficiency, the Garobadha Police...

SSLC Results: CM, Education Minister laud students, teachers

Shillong, April 7: Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma has extended his congratulations to all the successful candidates as...
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Don’t think of me as a topper: Wangaal Lama

Shillong, April 7: The topper of this year’s SSLC examination, Wangaal Lama, has expressed his humility by urging people not to identify him as...

Man gets 25-year jail for raping minor daughter

Shillong, April 6: A person from Shillong has been sentenced to 25 years of rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting his minor daughter. Informing this in...

From den of bats, Meghalaya’s caves now emerge as mammal habitats

The findings challenge the long-held view that Meghalaya’s caves are used mainly by bats. ROOPAK GOSWAMI Shillong, April 6: Long known for bats and adventure tourism,...

Govt nod to construct 186 LP school buildings  

Shillong, April 2: Launching a major initiative to boost education infrastructure at the start of financial year 2026-27, the state government has approved construction...

Public rally on April 7 to seek new mining policy

We need a policy that works for us, not against us. - Jaintia Coal Miners and Dealers Association Shillong, April 2: Amid less takers for...

Night curfew lifted in West Garo Hills

Tura, April 1: The District Administration of West Garo Hills has withdrawn the night curfew imposed under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha...

Govt recognises promotion of regularised ad-hoc staff  

Shillong, Apr 2: The state government has decided to recognise promotions given to employees, who were first appointed as ad-hoc staff and regularised later,...

Deficit school, college staff to get PF benefits

The government at that point in time did not come up with a scheme on how this particular contribution will be then given to...

Govt bats for SIR in Meghalaya  

Demand for amendment to 1950 ST Order yet to be examined   Shillong, April 1: The state government has advocated for Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of...

Centre releases Rs 49-cr grant to state  

15th FC grant to improve basic amenities, grassroots governance   Shillong, March 31: The Centre has released Rs 49.2 crore to Meghalaya as grant under the...

State’s capital expenditure jumps 65%: NITI Aayog report  

Report flags concern over Meghalaya’s rising fiscal deficit, debt levels   Meghalaya has strengthened its Quality of Expenditure with scores rising from the low 50s a...

Culinary fest blends cuisines with storytelling, community spirit

A Jaintia meal hosted inside a sacred forest was among the highlights, linking food with ecology and cultural practices. Shillong, March 30: A five-day culinary...
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