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10 Apr

Green-Tech Protest Escalates Over Lumpongdeng Island Tourism Project

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Members of the Green-Tech Foundation intensified their protest against a proposed five-star tourism project on Lumpongdeng Island by staging a demonstration in front of the Secretariat on Friday. The group also announced an indefinite hunger strike, expressing strong opposition to the state government’s decision to include the island in a large-scale resort development project.Lumpongdeng Island, located in the middle of Umiam Lake, has become the focal point of growing environmental concerns. The project, reportedly awarded to a company associated with the Taj group of hotels, has sparked debate over its potential ecological impact. Protesters argue that the island’s fragile ecosystem…

31 Mar

Meghalaya Boosts Rural Economy with ₹4.61 Crore E-RISE Scheme for Eri Silk Sector

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In a significant move to transform the state’s sericulture landscape, Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has officially launched the E-RISE (Eri Rearing, Innovation, Spinning, and Empowerment) program. The ₹4.61 crore initiative is designed to fortify the Eri silk value chain, providing a direct boost to rural livelihoods and indigenous textile production. Launched in the Ri-Bhoi district, the E-RISE scheme targets 1,200 farming households spread across 22 clusters. The primary objective is to transition from traditional methods to a more modernized, efficient system that ensures value addition remains within the state. By empowering farmers to process yarn locally rather than…

03 Jan

Indian Home Ministry Orders “Grid Search” in Meghalaya

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In response to allegations from Dhaka, India’s Ministry of Home Affairs has authorized a massive "Grid Search" operation across the dense forests of Meghalaya and Southern Assam. Special forces are using thermal drones and ground sensors to locate the two prime suspects in the assassination of student leader Sharif Osman Hadi, who are alleged to have crossed the border on New Year's Eve. New Delhi has maintained that while it will cooperate, it requires "verifiable digital evidence" before formal extradition proceedings can begin.

02 Dec

The goal is to complete the border fencing project by 2026

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After nearly twenty years of intermittent interruptions, fencing along the Indo–Bangladesh border in Meghalaya has gathered pace once again. The BSF now expects the entire 443-km stretch to be fenced by the end of 2026, marking a major milestone in strengthening border security. IG Upadhyay revealed that around 20 km of fencing was completed and made operational last year. The progress, however, has not come without obstacles—legal disputes, objections raised by the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), and resistance from local communities have all contributed to delays. Nevertheless, land acquisition for another 21 km of fencing has been completed, and work…

02 Dec

Farmers’ Uplift Integral Part Of Our Govt’s Policies: Meghalaya CM

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Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma emphasized the state government's commitment to supporting and uplifting farmers during the concluding programme of the 4th Organic Youth Summit in Shillong. He highlighted that farmers are central to the government's policies and mission-oriented programmes in agriculture and related sectors designed to provide essential support. The summit coincided with the 1st Northeast India Organic Week cum Buyer Seller Meet, and Sangma noted that the initiative, focused on learning and sharing, will extend beyond its initial three days. Sangma asserted that organic farming is not merely a trend but is rooted in the traditional knowledge…

15 Nov

Meghalaya cabinet settles Group D recruitment dispute and authorizes land acquisition for New Shillong

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The Meghalaya Cabinet on November 14 approved a series of key decisions aimed at strengthening urban development, administrative efficiency, and fiscal management in the state. Among the major approvals were the acquisition of 35 acres of land in New Shillong Township, amendments to rules governing Group D recruitment, and a revision of the state’s fiscal deficit ceiling. Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma said the newly approved land at Tynring will serve as a vital corridor linking the Administrative City and the Knowledge City within New Shillong. The expansion is also expected to facilitate the proposed relocation of the Central Jail,…

27 Oct

A thorough report on the Sairang–Kawnpui highway restoration project in Mizoram is requested by the Gauhati High Court

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The Aizawl bench of the Gauhati High Court has directed the contractor in charge of repairing the Sairang–Kawnpui stretch of National Highway-306/06 to submit a detailed report on the progress of the ongoing work. The court’s directive came after reviewing a public interest litigation (PIL) filed by the Mizoram Truck Driver Association, which raised serious concerns about the poor condition of the road and its impact on commuters, transporters, and the general public. The two-judge bench, during the hearing held on October 24, instructed the contractor, MSJ Infotech, to file an affidavit by October 31 outlining the exact status of…

29 Sep

The Meghalaya High Court’s Chief Justice, Justice Soumen Sen, assumes leadership

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Justice Soumen Sen, a senior judge with more than three decades of legal experience, has officially assumed charge as the new Chief Justice of the Meghalaya High Court. His appointment follows a notification from the President of India on September 26, based on the recommendation of the Supreme Court collegium earlier this month. Justice Sen was until recently serving as the Acting Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court, where he took charge on September 16, 2025. Prior to that, he had been a sitting judge of the Calcutta High Court since April 2011. Born and educated in West Bengal,…

25 Apr

Highlighting Khasi culture, Meghalaya’s “Ha Lyngkha Bneng” takes home a significant prize at the Moscow Film Festival

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At the prestigious Moscow International Film Festival, Pradip Kurbah's Khasi-language film won the NETPAC Award for Best Asian Film and won Best Film and Best Director, among other major competition awards. After the announcement, the filmmaker sent a poignant message on social media expressing his surprise at the acknowledgment. The movie, which is translated as "Those From The Clouds" in English, is a noteworthy accomplishment for Northeast Indian filmmaking internationally. Kurbah dedicated the honors to Meghalaya and his production team. "I'm not the only one with this award. It is the property of the amazing crew, actors, and technicians that…

12 Apr

Pine Mount School celebrates a century and a half of inspiring generations

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Pine Mount School commemorated 125 years of fostering courage, intelligence, and character. As the institution celebrated a journey few others can claim, the celebration reverberated with tales of tenacity and pride, memories and turning points. Prestone Tynsong, the Deputy Chief Minister of Meghalaya, served as the Chief Guest at the formal event, marking a momentous and joyous occasion. He reiterated the government's emphasis on education as a catalyst for change by saying, "The budget allocation for 2025-26 has been enhanced to Rs 3635.4 crore, the state of Meghalaya's budget allocation is highest being made to education sector." "We are in…