Meghalaya
Police Search for Parents of Newborn Abandoned at Shillong Hospital
Authorities are seeking information after a newborn boy was found abandoned at Ganesh Das Hospital in Shillong on May 25. The infant is now in safe care.
Walrik Marak • 31 May 2026
HSPDP Stalls Support for UDP Candidate, Threatening Regional Alliance
The Regional Democratic Alliance faces a potential split after the HSPDP delayed endorsing the UDP's candidate for the upcoming Shillong parliamentary poll.
Walrik Marak • 31 May 2026
Major Parties Skip Meghalaya Rajya Sabha Poll Briefing
The VPP and UDP missed a briefing on Meghalaya's upcoming June 18 Rajya Sabha election, leaving the state's political landscape uncertain.
NEWire Desk • 31 May 2026
Meghalaya Education Crisis Stemmed From Decades of Neglect, Says Metbah Lyngdoh
UDP leader Metbah Lyngdoh blames long-standing structural failures for Meghalaya's poor education rankings, defending the current government's reform efforts.
NEWire Desk • 31 May 2026
Meghalaya Election Officials Lack Evidence of Dual Voting in Border Regions
Meghalaya's election office is launching an electoral roll revision despite having no official records of dual voters in contested border areas.
Walrik Marak • 31 May 2026
Assam and Meghalaya Delay Border Talks as Lapangap Tension Persists
Assam and Meghalaya leaders met to discuss border tensions in Lapangap, but formal resolution talks are stalled until the new Assam cabinet is sworn in.
Walrik Marak • 31 May 2026
Mukul Sangma Probes Land Encroachment at North Garo Hills Hospital Site
Opposition leader Mukul Sangma inspected a hospital site in Chidaret following reports of encroachment and discussed plans for future regional development.
Walrik Marak • 31 May 2026
Langsning FC Secure Maiden Spot in Meghalaya State League Final
Langsning FC advanced to their first Meghalaya State League final after defeating Shillong Lajong FC in a dramatic penalty shootout victory.
NEWire Desk • 31 May 2026
Meghalaya Anticipates 5,400 New Jobs Ahead of 2027 National Games
Meghalaya expects to create over 5,400 jobs by hosting the 2027 National Games, boosting local tourism and sports infrastructure across the state.
Walrik Marak • 31 May 2026
Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya Leads Youth Rhododendron Trek in Shillong
Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya joined MY Bharat volunteers for a rhododendron trek in Shillong, promoting youth fitness and environmental awareness.
NEWire Desk • 31 May 2026
BBS College Mourns the Passing of Professor Debashis Bora
The faculty and staff at BBS College gathered on Saturday to honor the memory of English Assistant Professor Debashis Bora following his recent death.
NEWire Desk • 31 May 2026
Rotary Club of Shillong hosts health camp for over 300 residents
The Rotary Club of Shillong provided free medical consultations and health education to 317 residents at a special camp held in Mawbah on Saturday.
NEWire Desk • 31 May 2026
Fourteen Nations Conclude Joint Counter-Terror Exercise in India
Military forces from 14 nations completed the PRAGATI 2026 counter-terror drills at Umroi, focusing on regional security and tactical interoperability.
NEWire Desk • 31 May 2026
UDP Chief Calls for United Front to Champion Indigenous Interests in Meghalaya
Metbah Lyngdoh of the United Democratic Party is urging Meghalaya's regional parties to unite to better serve the interests of the state's indigenous people.
Walrik Marak • 31 May 2026
UDP Seeks Continued Alliance Support for Shillong Lok Sabha Bypoll
The United Democratic Party hopes for HSPDP support in the upcoming Shillong Lok Sabha by-election, maintaining that their regional alliance remains firm.
Walrik Marak • 31 May 2026
Jaintia Hills coal miners to launch indefinite protest over mining impasse
Jaintia Hills coal miners are beginning an indefinite protest to demand realistic mining regulations and support for local land rights.
Walrik Marak • 31 May 2026
Former Police Official Calls for Tough Action Following Sohra Construction Site Attack
M. Kharkrang urged police to oppose bail for suspects after a violent assault at a Sohra project site, warning the attack threatens Meghalaya's economy.
NEWire Desk • 31 May 2026
Meghalaya Government Designates Three Official Street Vending Zones in Shillong
Meghalaya has officially designated three street vending zones in Shillong to comply with High Court directives and regulate city commerce.
Walrik Marak • 31 May 2026
Meghalaya Health Minister Defends Drug Quality Amid Medical Community Concerns
Meghalaya Health Minister Wailadmiki Shylla denies systemic drug issues despite physician concerns over late recalls and patient safety risks.
Walrik Marak • 31 May 2026
Meghalaya to Receive Rs 150 Crore High-Altitude Training Center for 2027 National Games
Meghalaya is set to host a new Rs 150 crore high-altitude sports facility as part of infrastructure preparations for the 2027 National Games.
Walrik Marak • 31 May 2026
