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25 Aug

Assam-Meghalaya Border: HITO Urges Centre to Ensure Free Highway Movement

nanikaMeghalaya, North East

The Hynñiewtrep Integrated Territorial Organisation (HITO) has urged the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to intervene over alleged road blockades and obstruction of movement along the National Highway on the Assam-Meghalaya border. In a representation to Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan, HITO president Donbok Dkhar and legal secretary Shaniah Nongrum alleged that Army personnel travelling in a civilian vehicle were stopped on the highway despite identifying themselves. HITO said it has submitted video evidence of the incident and called for action if the allegations are substantiated. The organisation claimed that such blockades have become recurring during periods of tension along…

13 Aug

Meghalaya CM Seeks Balance in FCRA Reforms

Sonakshi SarkarMeghalaya

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma has welcomed the Centre’s decision to refer the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, to a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC), saying concerns raised by churches, religious organisations and other institutions must be properly examined before the proposed legislation moves ahead. Sangma said on August 12 that his government and the National People’s Party (NPP) were among the first to raise concerns about the proposed amendments with the Centre. He said the party had taken up the issue soon after the Bill was initially introduced. “When the Bill was initially tabled, NPP was in fact…

25 Jul

DNGC, NESO Ink Pact for Industry Collaboration

Sonakshi SarkarMeghalaya

Dera Natung Government College (DNGC) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with NESO Fugensus Pvt Ltd to strengthen industry-academia collaboration and create better opportunities for students through internships, entrepreneurship, skill development and sustainable agriculture initiatives.The agreement, signed on Friday, aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and practical industry experience while preparing students for employment and entrepreneurial careers. The MoU was signed by DNGC Principal Dr M.Q. Khan and NESO Fugensus Pvt Ltd Director Nima Sona in the presence of representatives from both organisations.The partnership has been signed for an initial period of five years and can be…

12 Jul

CM Sangma Chairs Monsoon Review, Orders Priority Restoration Of Roads

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Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Saturday chaired a review meeting with the Deputy Commissioners on the monsoon situation across the state.Continuous rain has caused landslides and localised flooding in parts of the Garo Hills and Khasi Hills. "I have directed the administration to remain on high alert as rain is forecast to continue, to work in close coordination with the block-level response teams and the line departments, to restore affected road connectivity on priority, and to ensure relief reaches every affected family without delay," he said.Sangma said that due to the alertness and hard work of field teams, no life…

10 Jul

Behdienkhlam Finale Blends Ancient Rituals with Modern Messages as Messi, Ronaldo Feature on Vibrant Rots

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The grand finale of Meghalaya's iconic Behdienkhlam Festival witnessed a vibrant blend of age-old traditions and contemporary social awareness, as elaborately decorated rots carried messages on healthy living, anti-alcoholism, children's mobile phone addiction and even featured global football icons Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Thousands of devotees and visitors gathered at the sacred Aitnar pool in Jowai to witness the culmination of the four-day indigenous festival of the Pnar community, popularly known as the "four days and three nights" festival. The highlight of the celebrations was the ceremonial immersion of 13 colourful rots, specially crafted by different localities of Sein…

02 Jul

700-Page Chargesheet Calls It “Pre-Planned”, Yet Accused Out on Bail: Meghalaya in SC

PreetiCrime, Meghalaya

The legal battle in Meghalaya’s much-discussed Honeymoon Murder case has taken a new turn. The Meghalaya government has approached the Supreme Court challenging the Meghalaya High Court’s order upholding the bail granted to Sonam Raghuvanshi. On Wednesday, Solicitor General of India Tushar Mehta sought an urgent hearing on the petition before a Supreme Court bench led by Justice M.M. Sundresh. Mehta told the court that Sonam was granted bail solely on the ground that she was not fully informed of the reasons for her arrest. According to him, the situation arose due to a typographical error in the section number…

20 Jun

‘Not Just Geography, But Strategic Destiny’: Rajnath on Northeast at EAC HQ

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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday described the Northeast as a crucial pillar of India’s security architecture, prosperity and strategic strength, stating that the region holds a central position in the country’s national security framework and foreign policy objectives. Addressing personnel at the Headquarters of the Eastern Air Command in Shillong, Meghalaya, Singh said the entire eastern region is closely linked with India’s strategic future, where borders, rivers, cultures and communities are deeply interconnected. “The entire region is an integral part of India’s strategic destiny. When we speak of the East, we are not merely referring to a geographical area,…

15 Jun

Major Infra Boost for Meghalaya: Gadkari Lays Foundation for 4 Highways, Upgrades 2 NH Projects

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In a major boost to Meghalaya's infrastructure landscape and regional connectivity, Shri Nitin Gadkari, Hon'ble Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Government of India, today laid the foundation stones for four new highway projects and upgradation of two existing National Highways worth a cumulative investment of ₹3,214 crore at a programme held at Polo Grounds, Shillong.These projects will be a big step in improving regional connectivity, upgradation of transport networks, facilitating trade and commerce and expediting socio-economic development across Meghalaya and the Northeast. The initiatives are likely to improve mobility, reduce travel time, enhance logistics efficiency and open new…

19 May

Meghalaya CM opens new NCC battalion headquarters at Cherangre

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Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Tuesday inaugurated the newly relocated 41 Meghalaya Battalion NCC at Cherangre in Tura. The inauguration programme began with the reception of the Chief Minister, followed by a Guard of Honour, signing of the visitors’ book, ribbon-cutting, unveiling of the commemorative plaque, and a tree-plantation ceremony. The programme also featured a prayer dance by NCC cadets, experience-sharing sessions by former cadets, felicitation of cadets, and cultural presentations. Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Sangma highlighted the NCC’s important role in instilling discipline, leadership, patriotism, and character among the youth. Describing the inauguration as a “momentous…

14 May

Meghalaya Police Earn Praise from CM for Crisis Management

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Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Thursday commended the state police force for its professionalism, discipline and restraint displayed amidst challenges faced in maintaining peace in sensitive situations in the state. Congratulating the police leadership, the Chief Minister said, “I would like to congratulate our Director General of Police, Idashisha Nongrang, and her entire team for their dedication, leadership, and commitment in ensuring that law and order is maintained across the state.” Referring to the recent tensions in Lapangap in West Jaintia Hills, Sangma noted that the police played a crucial role in ensuring peace and stability on the…