Meghalaya

High Court pulls probe from Nongpoh station after minor girl dies

Meghalaya High Court orders a new investigation into a minor's suicide after questioning, citing bias at the original Nongpoh Women Police Station.

Walrik Marak • 19 Jul 2026

Meghalaya High Court Demands Answers on Elderly Inmates

The Meghalaya High Court ordered the state to report on 12 elderly prisoners aged 70 to 80 currently held in district jails across the region.

NEWire Desk • 19 Jul 2026

MLA demands quick aid for families of Lapalang well rescuers

Nongthymmai MLA Charles Pyngrope pushes for state aid for the Thakuri brothers' families following their fatal rescue attempt in a Lapalang well.

NEWire Desk • 19 Jul 2026

KSU Demands Meghalaya Lift Colonial Ban on Traditional Khasi Arms

Former KSU leader Donald Thabah demands the Meghalaya government lift colonial-era bans, allowing Khasis to carry traditional weapons for cultural pride.

Walrik Marak • 19 Jul 2026

State BJP Vice President Demands Pay for GHADC Employees

Tura MDC Bernard N. Marak slams the NPP-led government for delayed GHADC salaries and broken promises regarding institutional reforms in Meghalaya.

Walrik Marak • 19 Jul 2026

KSU Demands Legal Muscle Behind Meghalaya Uranium Mining Ban

Meghalaya leaders back an anti-uranium resolution, but the KSU warns a formal statement is not enough to stop the Centre from future mining efforts.

Walrik Marak • 19 Jul 2026

Meghalaya Medical Aspirants Face Seat Shortage After NEET Success

Meghalaya sees 1,658 students qualify for NEET UG 2026, but limited medical seats leave most without local options for their degree.

NEWire Desk • 19 Jul 2026

India bowling coach Morkel defends Rohit Sharma before Lord's decider

India bowling coach Morne Morkel backs Rohit Sharma to find form at Lord's. The BCCI confirms the veteran opener remains central to India's ODI plans.

Walrik Marak • 19 Jul 2026

Amit Shah Claims Secure Borders in Siliguri Corridor

Union Home Minister Amit Shah says the Siliguri Corridor is now secure after inspecting Border Security Force surveillance systems in West Bengal.

Walrik Marak • 19 Jul 2026

India Boasts World’s Most Transparent Election System, Says CEC

CEC Gyanesh Kumar defended India's electoral process, citing rigorous verification efforts and record-breaking voter platform usage in New Delhi.

Walrik Marak • 19 Jul 2026

Garo Hills Nokmas Fight Back Against Contractor Fund Diversion

The Nokma Sani Union is demanding direct control of Fifteenth Finance Commission funds, accusing the GHADC of bypassing traditional village leaders.

NEWire Desk • 19 Jul 2026

MPSC Member Lesterlyn Pathaw Dies at Age Unknown

Lesterlyn Pathaw, a member of the MPSC, died Saturday. His funeral is scheduled for Monday afternoon at the Phudmuri Presbyterian Church cemetery.

Walrik Marak • 19 Jul 2026

GSU Demands Transparency in Williamnagar Murder Case

The Garo Students’ Union is questioning police findings regarding the murder of a teenager in Williamnagar after suspicious forensic claims emerged.

NEWire Desk • 19 Jul 2026

Conrad Sangma Launches 146 Crore Infrastructure Push in Sohiong

Meghalaya CM Conrad K. Sangma inaugurated a new CM Connect Centre and laid foundations for Rs 146 crore in projects to boost rural development.

NEWire Desk • 19 Jul 2026

Meghalaya Singer Kitkupar Nongsiej Advances to WCOPA Semifinals

Meghalaya native Kitkupar Nongsiej has reached the semifinals of the World Championships of Performing Arts in Las Vegas while representing Team India.

Walrik Marak • 19 Jul 2026

Meghalaya Electoral Roll Revision Nears Completion

Election officials report rapid progress in Meghalaya's electoral roll revision, with high distribution and digitisation rates across three key districts.

NEWire Desk • 19 Jul 2026

Meghalaya Chief Minister Launches Sohiong CM Connect Centre and Infrastructure Projects

Conrad K. Sangma opened the first block-level CM Connect Centre in Sohiong and announced over 146 crore rupees in new development projects for the region.

NEWire Desk • 18 Jul 2026

IICA Shillong Hiring for Three Key Administrative Roles in 2026

The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs in Shillong is hiring for three administrative positions. Apply online before the July 31, 2026 deadline.

Walrik Marak • 18 Jul 2026

Meghalaya Honours Khasi Resistance Leaders with Massive Statues

The HYC installed 15-foot statues of resistance leaders Bormanik Syiem and Sngap Sing Syiem in Eastern West Khasi Hills to mark their anti-colonial history.

NEWire Desk • 18 Jul 2026

Conrad Sangma Launches Sohiong CM Connect Centre and Rs 146 Crore Infrastructure Push

Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma opened the Sohiong CM Connect Centre and launched development projects worth over Rs 146 crore to improve local services.

NEWire Desk • 18 Jul 2026