Peer support system helps bridge immunisation gap in Meghalaya
ROOPAK GOSWAMI
Shillong, July 1: In the remote villages of Meghalaya, a quiet but innovative approach to improving child immunisation is gaining ground—by getting one...
Northwest-facing hillsides pitcher plant’s preferred habitat: Study
The study has found that the species has disappeared from some previously documented locations, including Sona Pahar in Khasi Hills and areas near Ampati...
New metallic-blue Tarantula adds to Meghalaya’s rich biodiversity
ROOPAK GOSWAMI
Guwahati, June 22: A striking metallic-blue tarantula lurking in the forests of Meghalaya's Khasi and Garo Hills has been identified as a species...
Eminent Indian jurist elected as Judge of International Tribunal of the Law of the Sea
United Nations, Jun 19: An eminent Indian jurist, Bimal Patel, has been elected as Judge of the International Tribunal of the Law of the...
Awareness on Tuberculosis held in North Garo Hills
Resubelpara, June 4: Local leaders, community representatives, ASHAs, students, and beneficiaries attended a programme to honour community participation under the Jan Bhagidari TB Mukt...
Traditional bodies find own solutions to Shillong’s water crisis
The study argues that these indigenous systems continue to function because of strong local accountability and deep cultural links between the Khasi community and...
State records major gains in key health indicators
NFHS-6 shows steepest drop in fertility rates among the states
Shillong, June 1: Key health indicators of Meghalaya have shown significant improvements in the sixth...
Meghalaya’s pineapples among Modi’s gifts to UAE President: Official
Shillong, May 21: Meghalaya's GI-tagged pineapples, considered among the finest in the world for their flavour and aroma, were presented by Prime Minister Narendra...
Garo Hills villagers shy away from diabetes, BP screening: Study
Many villagers fear screening because they worry a diagnosis would mean lifelong medication and repeated hospital visits
Roopak Goswami
Shillong, May 18: Fear, traditional beliefs, work...
Age-old Khasi community rules still shape forest conservation: Study
Roopak Goswami
Shillong, May 17: The age-old Khasi community rules still continue to play a major role in protecting forests, water sources and biodiversity in...
New frog species discovered ‘south of the river’ in Meghalaya
Research shows the Brahmaputra acted as a natural evolutionary barrier between Meghalaya and Arunachal frog populations.
ROOPAK GOSWAMI
Shillong, May 10: A quiet forest stream in...
‘Endangered’ Himalayan fern found near Shillong Peak
The fern can be identified by its glossy black scales near the base of the stalk, less dissected leaflets and tiny bristle-like structures on...
