Meghalaya
Meghalaya News Roundup: Geyser Blast, Traffic Accident, and Court Ruling
This report covers a geyser explosion in Shillong, a motorcycle accident, a High Court election ruling, student awards, and staff training for women's centers.
Walrik Marak • 8 Jun 2026
Jathang Village Launches Major Ecological Restoration Initiative
Jathang village has launched a new ecological restoration project in partnership with Earthtree to boost sustainable livelihoods and conservation.
Walrik Marak • 8 Jun 2026
Mawsynram MLA Pushes for Direct Road Link to Sohra to Boost Tourism
Mawsynram MLA Olan Sing Suin is pushing for a new road link to Sohra, aiming to create a major tourism circuit in Meghalaya through improved connectivity.
NEWire Desk • 8 Jun 2026
Shillong Faces Unpredictable Monsoons and New Vehicle Nameplate Rules
Shillong residents face erratic weather patterns, while the state government enforces strict new regulations on the use of official nameplates on vehicles.
NEWire Desk • 8 Jun 2026
Former KSU Leaders Urge New Executive Team to Protect Khasi Interests
Former KSU leaders have tasked the newly elected executive committee with maintaining a steadfast and uncompromising defense of the Khasi community.
NEWire Desk • 8 Jun 2026
Meghalaya Border Residents Protest Fencing Plans Over Displacement Fears
Residents in Lyngkhong, Meghalaya, are demanding border fences be built at the zero line to prevent their homes from being left outside Indian territory.
NEWire Desk • 8 Jun 2026
New KSU President Vows to Secure Indigenous Rights and ILP Implementation
Newly elected KSU president Raymond P Kharjana promises to fight for indigenous protections, ILP implementation, and education reform in Meghalaya.
NEWire Desk • 8 Jun 2026
Cattle Smugglers Flout Safety Closures on Dangerous East Khasi Hills Road
Cattle smugglers are bypassing landslide-related road closures in East Khasi Hills, sparking public outcry over potential administrative negligence.
NEWire Desk • 8 Jun 2026
5.3 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Northeast India After Bhutan Tremor
A 5.3 magnitude earthquake near Bhutan sent strong tremors across Northeast India, causing panic but resulting in no major damage or injuries.
Walrik Marak • 8 Jun 2026
Domestic LPG Prices Rise in Shillong Following Global Market Shifts
Domestic LPG cylinder prices in Shillong have increased by Rs 29, reaching Rs 1,009. The government attributes this hike to rising international energy costs.
NEWire Desk • 8 Jun 2026
How a Local Priest Transformed Cashew Farming in Meghalaya
Fr. Benoy Joseph led a cooperative movement that saved the cashew industry in Meghalaya, turning the Garo Hills into a major national production hub.
NEWire Desk • 8 Jun 2026
UDP Dismisses Internal Discord Following Former Vice-President’s Resignation
United Democratic Party leader Olan Sing Suin denies internal rifts after Robertjune Kharjahrin resigned over the party's support for a Rajya Sabha candidate.
Walrik Marak • 8 Jun 2026
Shillong Rivers Remain Severely Polluted Despite Environmental Pledges
Recent data reveals severe contamination in Shillong's Umshyrpi and Umkhrah rivers, highlighting a failure of current waste management and sewage initiatives.
Walrik Marak • 8 Jun 2026
Administrative Deadlock Leaves Meghalaya Cricket Association Staff Unpaid
An administrative dispute over bank account signatories at the Meghalaya Cricket Association has stalled salary payments for staff and support personnel.
Walrik Marak • 8 Jun 2026
Report Alleges Financial Irregularities and Overbilling at Meghalaya Cricket Association
A new report exposes financial mismanagement at the Meghalaya Cricket Association, citing inflated travel costs and unauthorized election expenditures.
NEWire Desk • 8 Jun 2026
Meghalaya Villagers Protest Border Fencing Plan Over Isolation Fears
Residents in Lyngkhong, Meghalaya, are protesting current border fence plans, fearing the alignment will isolate their village from the rest of India.
NEWire Desk • 8 Jun 2026
Meghalaya Villagers Protest India-Bangladesh Border Fence Alignment
Residents of Lyngkhong village are demanding that border fencing be moved to the zero line to prevent their community from being isolated from India.
NEWire Desk • 7 Jun 2026
MLA Santa Mary Shylla Surveys New Road Link Between Meghalaya and Assam
Sutnga-Saipung MLA Santa Mary Shylla is surveying a proposed road project to connect East Jaintia Hills to Assam, aiming to boost regional trade and growth.
Walrik Marak • 7 Jun 2026
NTA Dismisses NEET-UG 2026 Paper Leak Allegations as Fraudulent
The National Testing Agency has rejected viral social media claims of a NEET-UG 2026 paper leak, labeling the reports as fraudulent and misleading.
Walrik Marak • 7 Jun 2026
BJP Faces Pressure to Finalize Shillong By-Election Candidate
Senior BJP leader A.L. Hek confirms the party must urgently select a candidate for the Shillong parliamentary by-election from nine hopefuls.
NEWire Desk • 7 Jun 2026
