Special Stories

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 Modi to UAE President Mohammed...

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,...

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...

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...

‘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...
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First ever India Day parade in Seattle showcases cultural diversity of all Indian states

New York/Seattle, Aug 18: The rich cultural diversity of all the states of India was showcased in Seattle as the Consulate General of India...

Storming the slopes: Meghalaya’s Anissa Lamare rides solo through the steepest trails and challenges

Shillong, Aug 17: In a quiet corner of the northeast, 28-year-old Anissa Lamare is redefining what it means to go off the beaten track...

Indian tricolour hoisted atop Seattle’s iconic Space Needle in historic first

New York/Seattle, Aug 16: The Indian tricolour was hoisted at Seattle’s iconic 605-feet-tall Space Needle on India’s 79th Independence Day, the first time that...

BSF evacuates ailing person from remote border village

Shillong, July 31: Thanks to yeoman’s service provided by the Border Security Force (BSF), a seriously ill person from a remote and inhospitable terrain...

“Meghalaya’s Hidden Gem Shines Globally

Tura, July 28: The groundbreaking documentary "A’chik Kol – The Uncharted Caves of South Garo Hills", directed by Gregory Allya Warjri and produced by NOMADS Film,...

Union culture minister releases documentary on Ramayana seen through lens of Indian performing arts

New Delhi, July 23: A documentary film that explores the cultural richness and diversity surrounding the traditions and narratives of the epic Ramayana across...

From tea stall to Mt Everest: Meghalaya’s Rifiness Warjri aims for seven summits

Shillong, July 16: From serving tea and noodles at a roadside stall to dreaming of summiting the highest peaks across all seven continents, Meghalaya's...

THE CRUCIAL IMPERATIVE FOR STATESMAN-LEADERSHIP

By Dilip Mukerjea: Author and Innovative Learning Skills Specialist

The Strategic Importance of Creativity

By Dilip Mukerjea: Author and Innovative Learning Skills Specialist

I hope to live for 30-40 years more: Dalai Lama

Dharamshala, July 5: The Dalai Lama on Saturday put to rest rumours surrounding the announcement of his successor, saying he hopes to live for...

Garo Hills farmers turn exporters, ship 10 MT of black pepper to Mumbai

Tura, July 4: Garo Hills organic produce is going global and farmers from South West Garo Hills are turning exporters as the region's much...

Claude 4’s Blackmail: AI’s Ethical Crisis

By Satyabrat Borah  The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has ushered in a transformative era for humanity, reshaping industries, economies, and daily life. From...
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