Meghalaya
Jaintia National Council Urges Meghalaya to Fill 677 Teaching Vacancies
The Jaintia National Council has requested that the Meghalaya government fill 677 vacant teaching positions to tackle staff shortages and unemployment.
NEWire Desk • 10 Jun 2026
KSU Demands Immediate Release of Delayed CM Scholarships
The Khasi Students' Union is calling on Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma to resolve a year-long delay in scholarship payments affecting numerous local students.
Walrik Marak • 10 Jun 2026
NPP Urges Centre to Reform FCRA Regulations for NGOs
The NPP is calling for a transparent FCRA framework to support NGOs while hosting its annual meeting to discuss regional development and party growth.
NEWire Desk • 10 Jun 2026
South West Khasi Hills Issues Safety Advisory Amid Heavy Rain Forecast
Authorities in South West Khasi Hills have issued a safety alert as heavy rains, thunderstorms, and potential landslides threaten the region.
Walrik Marak • 10 Jun 2026
Arson Attack Hits Power Company Office as Meghalaya Government Plans Contract Termination
An office of SAI Computer Limited was torched in Ranikor following public anger over rising electricity bills and a looming contract termination.
NEWire Desk • 10 Jun 2026
KHADC Plans Salary Hike for Casual Employees
The KHADC is set to increase casual worker salaries to Rs 10,000 per month to align with labor regulations and improve employee welfare.
NEWire Desk • 10 Jun 2026
KHADC to Propose Legislative Overhaul in Upcoming June Session
The KHADC will introduce several amendment bills during its June 17 session to update service rules, land administration, and fishing regulations.
Walrik Marak • 10 Jun 2026
HSPDP Proposes Monument for Late Leader Hopingstone Lyngdoh
The HSPDP youth wing seeks a monument for Hopingstone Lyngdoh in Nongstoin, while CM Conrad Sangma calls for the release of Naga civilians in Manipur.
Walrik Marak • 10 Jun 2026
Meghalaya Education Minister Expects Higher PGI Rankings Amid Tech Reforms
Education Minister Lahkmen Rymbui expects Meghalaya’s school rankings to improve as the state pursues education reforms and explores new technology integrations
NEWire Desk • 10 Jun 2026
BJP Highlights Decade of Infrastructure and Security Gains in Northeast
BJP president Nitin Nabin credits the NDA government for transforming the Northeast through infrastructure growth, peace accords, and the Act East policy.
Walrik Marak • 10 Jun 2026
Road Falls Apart Days After Rs 9 Crore Repair in Meghalaya
The AMPT road in Garo Hills has deteriorated just days after a Rs 9 crore renovation, prompting public outrage and a demand for immediate reconstruction.
NEWire Desk • 10 Jun 2026
Meghalaya High Court Closes Dispute Over St. Edmund’s School Admission
St. Edmund’s School and parents reached a settlement regarding a KG student's admission, leading the High Court of Meghalaya to close the legal proceedings.
Walrik Marak • 10 Jun 2026
KHADC Accuses Meghalaya Government of Politically Motivated Fund Withholding
The KHADC claims the Meghalaya government is withholding Rs 41.5 crore in funds, alleging partisan discrimination against the opposition-led council.
Walrik Marak • 10 Jun 2026
Meghalaya High Court Acquits Two Men in 2011 Murder Case
The Meghalaya High Court has overturned the 2011 murder conviction of Louis and Comius Dohtdong, citing a lack of evidence to prove their specific guilt.
Walrik Marak • 10 Jun 2026
NPP Leader James Sangma Set for Unopposed Rajya Sabha Victory
James P.K. Sangma is poised to win Meghalaya’s lone Rajya Sabha seat unopposed after his nomination papers passed scrutiny without any formal objections.
Walrik Marak • 10 Jun 2026
Shillong Faces Last-Mile Connectivity Gap Despite New Electric Bus Fleet
Shillong has launched new electric buses, but experts warn that a lack of reliable feeder services continues to hinder public transport adoption.
NEWire Desk • 10 Jun 2026
Ten Arrested for Gang-Rape of Woman in Davanagere
Police in Davanagere have arrested ten individuals, including a minor, for the gang-rape of a woman who was offered a lift while walking home.
NEWire Desk • 9 Jun 2026
Three Top Global Universities to Launch Campuses in Mumbai and Bengaluru
India's Education Ministry has approved campuses for the University of Bristol, University of York, and UNSW to boost global academic partnerships.
Walrik Marak • 9 Jun 2026
Assam Court Examines More Witnesses in Zubeen Garg Death Trial
The murder trial of musician Zubeen Garg progressed this week as five additional prosecution witnesses gave evidence before a court in Guwahati.
Walrik Marak • 9 Jun 2026
Taekwondo Pioneer U.N. Shukla Honored for 50 Years of Service
Meghalaya Taekwondo pioneer U.N. Shukla received a special tribute in Shillong to mark five decades of dedicated service to the martial art.
NEWire Desk • 9 Jun 2026
