Meghalaya
New Gender Resource Centre Opens in Mawkynrew to Protect Minors
Mawkynrew MLA Banteidor Lyngdoh inaugurated a new centre in Jongksha aimed at addressing crimes against minors through education and legal support services.
NEWire Desk • 31 May 2026
Meghalaya Sees Significant Gains in Maternal Healthcare Services
Meghalaya records improved maternal health outcomes as institutional births rise to 65% and professional care increases across the state.
Walrik Marak • 31 May 2026
TMC Weighs Entry into Shillong Parliamentary Bypoll
The Trinamool Congress is considering a bid for the Shillong by-election, which could turn the race into a crowded field of major state political parties.
Walrik Marak • 31 May 2026
Meghalaya Plans Rapid Expansion of Homestay Network to Boost Tourism
Meghalaya plans to add 2,100 new homestays to its tourism network within 18 months, aiming to reach a total of 3,000 facilities across the state.
Walrik Marak • 31 May 2026
Union Sports Minister Inaugurates Rs 132 Crore Indoor Complex in Meghalaya
Mansukh Mandaviya opened a Rs 132.9 crore indoor sports complex in Shillong as Meghalaya prepares to host the 39th National Games next year.
Walrik Marak • 31 May 2026
Voice of the People Party campaigns on small public donations
The VPP is funding its Shillong Lok Sabha by-election campaign through small public donations, signaling a shift away from traditional political spending.
NEWire Desk • 31 May 2026
Meghalaya Government Promises Accountability in Women's Cricket Harassment Case
Meghalaya officials are monitoring an internal inquiry into sexual harassment allegations within the state's cricket association, promising zero tolerance.
Walrik Marak • 31 May 2026
NPP Delays Decision on Meghalaya Rajya Sabha Candidate
The National People’s Party has yet to name its candidate for Meghalaya’s vacant Rajya Sabha seat, with leadership set to decide the nominee soon.
Walrik Marak • 31 May 2026
Deputy Chief Minister Opens Rilang College and Announces New C&RD Block
Deputy Chief Minister Sniawbhalang Dhar inaugurated Rilang College in South West Khasi Hills and pledged to establish a new C&RD block by early next year.
Walrik Marak • 31 May 2026
Confederation of Ri Bhoi People Revitalizes Western Zone Leadership
The Confederation of Ri Bhoi People has reconstituted its Western Zone branch, appointing a new executive team to serve for the 2026-2029 term.
NEWire Desk • 31 May 2026
Multinational Exercise PRAGATI 2026 Concludes in Meghalaya
Thirteen nations completed the inaugural Exercise PRAGATI 2026 in Meghalaya, focusing on counter-terrorism training and regional military cooperation.
Walrik Marak • 30 May 2026
Meghalaya Government Promises Zero Tolerance for Athlete Harassment
Sports Minister Wailadmiki Shylla vows a zero-tolerance policy for athlete harassment as authorities investigate misconduct claims in state cricket.
Walrik Marak • 30 May 2026
Meghalaya Plans to Expand Homestay Network to 3,000 Units
Meghalaya aims to boost local tourism by adding 2,100 new homestays, building on the success of 900 existing units to support grassroots economic growth.
Walrik Marak • 30 May 2026
Military Nations Conclude Pragati 2026 Counter-Insurgency Exercise in Meghalaya
Thirteen nations have finished the two-week Pragati 2026 military exercise in Meghalaya, focusing on counter-insurgency training and regional partnerships.
Walrik Marak • 30 May 2026
Meghalaya Opens New Multi-Million Indoor Sports Complex in Shillong
Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma inaugurated a new 132.9-crore sports complex in Shillong, a key facility for the upcoming 39th National Games.
Walrik Marak • 30 May 2026
Mansukh Mandaviya Reviews Preparations for 39th National Games in Shillong
Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya met with state and sports officials in Shillong to evaluate infrastructure and planning for the 2027 National Games.
Walrik Marak • 30 May 2026
Meghalaya Groups Demand Official Recognition for Jaiñtia Language
The JNC and JSU are calling on the Meghalaya government to grant official recognition to the Jaiñtia language and clarify the status of its phonetic script.
Walrik Marak • 30 May 2026
Meghalaya to Hold Rajya Sabha Election on June 18
Meghalaya will hold a Rajya Sabha election on June 18 to fill a vacant seat, with the voting process and candidate guidelines now finalized by officials.
Walrik Marak • 30 May 2026
Sacred Heart Secondary School Wins Centenary Cup Football Tournament
Sacred Heart Secondary School claimed the Centenary Cup title in Meghalaya after a tense penalty shootout victory against St Joseph’s School, Umden.
Walrik Marak • 30 May 2026
Union Sports Minister Reviews Meghalaya Grassroots Football and Infrastructure
Union Minister Raksha Khadse reviewed Meghalaya's sports initiatives, highlighting a football mission supporting 10,000 players and major stadium projects.
Walrik Marak • 29 May 2026
