Meghalaya
Professional Makeup Masterclass Draws Crowd in Shillong
Sixty aspiring makeup artists gathered in Shillong for a masterclass led by industry experts to sharpen their technical skills and professional polish.
NEWire Desk • 2 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Health Teams Push Night Outreach to Boost Maternal Care
Meghalaya medical teams are holding early morning and late-night awareness drives in remote villages to improve maternal and child health outcomes.
NEWire Desk • 2 Aug 2026
State plans 10.5 crore elevator project for Shillong
Shillong will soon feature a new elevator and stairs connecting the NPP office to Polo road, a 10.5 crore project set for completion within 12 months.
Walrik Marak • 2 Aug 2026
Medical Teams Deliver Free Care to South Garo Hills
Health workers treated 230 villagers at a camp in Moheskola Bazaar, providing essential medical access to an underserved community in South Garo Hills.
NEWire Desk • 2 Aug 2026
USTM to Host Live PM Modi Interaction on Anti-Drug Campaign
The University of Science and Technology Meghalaya will host a live session with PM Narendra Modi regarding the national drug-free India initiative.
Walrik Marak • 2 Aug 2026
Government Opens Nominations for 2025 Tenzing Norgay Adventure Awards
The Sports Ministry is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Awards via the official government portal.
NEWire Desk • 2 Aug 2026
Aakash Opens First Shillong Coaching Centre, Partners with Assam Rifles
Aakash Educational Services opened its first Shillong branch and signed a scholarship deal with the Assam Rifles to support military families.
NEWire Desk • 2 Aug 2026
Shillong Cultural Event Kicks Off With Art Contest
Young students compete in the 16th Inter Shillong Cultural Event as local organizers host a weekend of arts, quizzes, and academic contests in Laban.
NEWire Desk • 2 Aug 2026
Nathaniel Osbert Rymmai Quits Meghalaya Congress
Nathaniel Osbert Rymmai has resigned from the Meghalaya Pradesh Congress Committee, citing family obligations and personal circumstances.
Walrik Marak • 2 Aug 2026
SBI Opens ATM at Shillong Airport
Shillong Airport gains an SBI ATM to serve travelers. Retail options are coming soon as passengers continue to demand better taxi and transport links.
Walrik Marak • 2 Aug 2026
Thieves and Scammers Hit Shillong in Recent Crime Spree
Police investigate a string of vehicle thefts, online scams, and break-ins across Shillong and surrounding areas reported between July 18 and 22.
Walrik Marak • 2 Aug 2026
Hajong Groups Demand Fix to Meghalaya Job Portal
Hajong community leaders are fighting an inaccurate recruitment portal label that ignores their long-standing status as a recognized Scheduled Tribe.
NEWire Desk • 2 Aug 2026
USTM and NIT Meghalaya Rank Among Nation's Greenest Universities
USTM and NIT Meghalaya earned top spots in the 2026 National Green University Ranking, showcasing the region's commitment to campus sustainability.
Walrik Marak • 2 Aug 2026
Army and East Khasi Hills officials inspect Agniveer rally site
East Khasi Hills officials and the Indian Army finalized arrangements at GTC Happy Valley for the upcoming three-day Agniveer recruitment rally.
Walrik Marak • 2 Aug 2026
East Khasi Hills Launches Student Tour of DC Office
The East Khasi Hills administration started a new program to show students how district offices work and encourage future civic engagement.
Walrik Marak • 2 Aug 2026
Khasi Clan Leaders Launch Campaign to Protect Matrilineal Traditions
Khasi and Jaintia leaders met in Smit village to bolster clan identity and resist patriarchal shifts, reinforcing the community's matrilineal roots.
Walrik Marak • 2 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Sees Historic July Dry Spell as Rainfall Deficits Mount
Meghalaya records an unusually dry July, with nearly all districts facing massive rainfall deficits that threaten the state's vital Kharif crop season.
Walrik Marak • 2 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Cuts Rent to Rescue Empty Polo Commercial Complex
The Meghalaya government slashed rent prices for the vacant Polo Commercial Complex in a fourth attempt to attract a single operator for the entire site.
Walrik Marak • 2 Aug 2026
Senior BJP Leader Pushes for Shillong Bypoll Contest
MLA AL Hek warns Meghalaya BJP workers will revolt if the party skips the upcoming Shillong Lok Sabha by-election after failing to run in 2024.
NEWire Desk • 2 Aug 2026
Fire Leaves Seven Families Homeless in Shillong
A massive fire destroyed two wooden residential blocks in Shillong on Saturday, leaving seven families displaced. No injuries were reported.
NEWire Desk • 2 Aug 2026
