Meghalaya

Meghalaya Launches Online Portal to Track Residents Living Abroad

Meghalaya has launched a new online portal to register residents living abroad, aiming to improve emergency response and evacuation support during crises.

James M • 20 May 2026

Meghalaya High Court Upholds Rape Convictions, Dismissing Claims of Consensual Minors

The Meghalaya High Court has affirmed convictions in two separate POCSO cases, ruling that consent from minors is legally irrelevant in sexual assault trials.

James M • 20 May 2026

Meghalaya Launches Intensive Awareness Drive for 112 Emergency Helpline

Meghalaya authorities are boosting public awareness for the 112 emergency helpline to ensure citizens can easily access critical services during crises.

James M • 20 May 2026

East Khasi Hills Initiates Electoral Roll Revision for 2026

East Khasi Hills begins Phase-III electoral roll revisions for 2026, featuring house-to-house verifications and public participation to ensure list accuracy.

James M • 20 May 2026

Meghalaya performs first state-run thermal ablation for cervical pre-cancer

Meghalaya has conducted its first government-led thermal ablation for cervical pre-cancer, marking a major milestone in local preventative healthcare efforts.

James M • 20 May 2026

Meghalaya Police Seize 30,000 Detonators and Arrest Two Suspects

Meghalaya police arrested two men from Assam after seizing 30,000 illegal explosive detonators during a vehicle check in East Jaintia Hills district.

James M • 20 May 2026

Meghalaya Education Minister Inaugurates Renovated Football Arena in Shillong

Education Minister Lahkmen Rymbui inaugurated the renovated SPS Tynrai Football Arena in Shillong, highlighting sports as a viable career path for youths.

James M • 19 May 2026

Meghalaya CM Reviews Anti-Drug Mission and Key Infrastructure Projects

Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma evaluated the progress of the DREAM anti-drug initiative, rural water projects, and the Tura Medical College in Meghalaya.

James M • 19 May 2026

Meghalaya Approves State's First Urban Planning Degree in Tura

AICTE approves Meghalaya’s first urban planning degree at Tura’s CWSSU, starting in 2026 to foster sustainable growth and local professional opportunities.

James M • 19 May 2026

Meghalaya Strengthens Mission 1000 Days to Combat Child Malnutrition

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has intensified Mission 1000 Days, a strategic initiative focused on improving maternal health and child nutrition.

James M • 19 May 2026

Meghalaya Boosts Security in Lapangap Following Allegations of Crop Destruction

Meghalaya will deploy additional security in Lapangap village to protect farmers after reports of crop destruction and harassment by individuals from Assam.

James M • 19 May 2026

Meghalaya CM Calls for Resumption of Trade and Ties with Bangladesh

Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma advocates for revitalizing border trade and cultural ties with Bangladesh, emphasizing that regional cooperation remains essential.

James M • 19 May 2026

Williamnagar Polytechnic Receives AICTE Approval for New Engineering Diploma Courses

Williamnagar Polytechnic in Meghalaya secures AICTE approval to launch civil and electrical engineering diplomas, boosting regional technical education access.

James M • 19 May 2026

Meghalaya Launches Digital Census 2027 Field Operations

Meghalaya joins the nationwide digital Census 2027, utilizing new mobile tools for housing surveys to improve evidence-based planning and state welfare.

James M • 19 May 2026

Meghalaya to Host North East India Infrastructure Summit to Drive Regional Growth

Meghalaya hosts the NEIINFRA summit on June 11-12 to boost investment, regional connectivity, and infrastructure development across Northeast India.

James M • 19 May 2026

Indian Oil Corporation Assures Normal Fuel and LPG Supplies Across Meghalaya

Indian Oil Corporation confirms normal fuel and LPG distribution in Meghalaya. Residents are urged to avoid panic buying as supply chains remain fully active.

James M • 19 May 2026

Meghalaya CM Inaugurates New NCC Battalion Complex in Tura

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma inaugurated the 41 Meghalaya Battalion NCC complex in Tura, aiming to bolster youth development and regional outreach.

James M • 19 May 2026

St. Dominic Savio School Leads Anti-Tobacco Awareness Rally in Garobadha

St. Dominic Savio Secondary School students held an anti-tobacco rally in Garobadha to mark World No Tobacco Day and promote a healthier, smoke-free lifestyle.

James M • 19 May 2026

Meghalaya Secure Quarter-Final Spot in U-20 National Football Championship

Meghalaya advanced to the U-20 National Football Championship quarter-finals with a perfect group stage record following a 3-0 victory over Rajasthan.

James M • 19 May 2026

Conrad Sangma Inaugurates Relocated 41 Meghalaya Battalion NCC in Tura

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma inaugurated the 41 Meghalaya Battalion NCC in Tura, aiming to bolster youth leadership and development in the region.

James M • 19 May 2026