Meghalaya
Rare Four-Year Cicadas Emerge in Meghalaya Coinciding With FIFA World Cup
Rare Niangtaser cicadas have emerged in India's Ri-Bhoi district. The four-year cycle of the insects perfectly aligns with the FIFA World Cup 2026 tournament.
NEWire Desk • 16 Jun 2026
Nitin Gadkari Touts Bamboo Industry Potential in Northeast India
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari highlights the economic potential of bamboo-based industries in the Northeast, citing products ranging from fuel to clothing.
Walrik Marak • 16 Jun 2026
Police investigate deaths of young couple found in Shillong shed
Police are investigating the deaths of a young couple found in a Lumsohphoh shed. Authorities currently suspect suicide, though an investigation continues.
NEWire Desk • 16 Jun 2026
Nitin Gadkari Unveils Rs 90,000 Crore Infrastructure Boost for Northeast India
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced Rs 90,000 crore in infrastructure projects for Northeast India to enhance regional connectivity and economic growth.
NEWire Desk • 15 Jun 2026
NEIINFRA 2026 Launches with ₹39,800 Crore Infrastructure Boost for Meghalaya
The NEIINFRA 2026 summit in Shillong unveiled ₹39,800 crore in highway projects, aiming to transform Northeast India into a strategic economic gateway.
Walrik Marak • 15 Jun 2026
Northeast India Emerges as Economic Hub and Gateway to Southeast Asia
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal says Northeast India has transformed into a strategic economic corridor and a key gateway for South and Southeast Asia.
NEWire Desk • 15 Jun 2026
Nitin Gadkari Visits Shillong to Boost North East Infrastructure
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari is in Shillong for the North East Infrastructure Summit to discuss regional development and launch new road projects.
Walrik Marak • 15 Jun 2026
Meghalaya Plans Major Infrastructure Boost with New Hotels and Stadium
Meghalaya is developing eight new five-star hotels and India's largest football stadium as part of a major state infrastructure and tourism transformation.
Walrik Marak • 15 Jun 2026
Meghalaya Announces Rs 3,214 Crore Road Infrastructure Projects
Meghalaya will launch six major road infrastructure projects worth Rs 3,214 crore to boost connectivity and economic growth across the state.
Walrik Marak • 15 Jun 2026
Meghalaya Announces Rs 3,214 Crore Highway Expansion at Infrastructure Summit
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma unveiled six new highway projects worth Rs 3,214 crore during the North East Infrastructure Summit in New Shillong.
Walrik Marak • 15 Jun 2026
North East India Infrastructure Summit 2026 Kicks Off in Shillong
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and regional leaders met in Shillong for a summit focused on accelerating infrastructure growth across North East India.
NEWire Desk • 15 Jun 2026
Neeraj Chopra Named to India Commonwealth Games Squad Pending Qualification
Neeraj Chopra joins India's Commonwealth Games athletics team, provided he hits the 82.61m qualifying mark after returning from a back injury.
NEWire Desk • 15 Jun 2026
India Women Face USA in FIH Nations Cup Opener
The Indian women's hockey team targets a return to the FIH Pro League as they begin their Nations Cup campaign against the USA in Auckland on Monday.
NEWire Desk • 15 Jun 2026
India Secures Historic Archery Double Gold Over South Korea
India claimed two gold medals at the Archery World Cup in Antalya, defeating powerhouse South Korea in both the mixed team and individual finals.
Walrik Marak • 15 Jun 2026
Construction Accident at Former MLA Property Leaves One Dead in Ri-Bhoi
A 20-year-old labourer died and another was injured after a concrete slab collapsed at a renovation site owned by former MLA Ngaitlang Dhar in Nongpoh.
Walrik Marak • 15 Jun 2026
Seventeen Major Central Infrastructure Projects Stalled in Meghalaya
A DoNER report reveals that 17 high-budget central projects in Meghalaya remain at zero percent progress, casting doubt on regional infrastructure goals.
Walrik Marak • 15 Jun 2026
Former Regulator Warns Meghalaya Against Easing Coal Mining Safety Standards
Naba Bhattacharjee warns that lowering coal mining standards in Meghalaya could lead to a new judicial ban despite calls for smaller mining land thresholds.
NEWire Desk • 15 Jun 2026
Wild elephant herd destroys home in Meghalaya village
A family of six escaped unharmed after wild elephants ransacked their home in Meghalaya's South West Garo Hills district, local officials reported.
NEWire Desk • 15 Jun 2026
Nine Stranded in Border Limbo Between India and Bangladesh
Nine individuals remain stuck in a no-man’s land along the India-Bangladesh border as authorities work to verify their nationality and resolve the standoff.
NEWire Desk • 15 Jun 2026
NPP Leader Ampareen Lyngdoh Previews Shillong By-election Test for VPP
NPP leader Ampareen Lyngdoh says the Shillong by-election will determine if the opposition VPP's recent political momentum has lasting durability.
Walrik Marak • 15 Jun 2026
