Meghalaya
East Khasi Hills Police Probe Tourist Vandalism, Teen Death, and Sexual Misconduct Claims
Police in East Khasi Hills are investigating a string of incidents including tourist vandalism, the death of a teen girl, and sexual exploitation claims.
Walrik Marak • 14 Jul 2026
Jitendra Singh Touts Scientific Gains and Connectivity in Northeast
Union Minister Jitendra Singh visited Shillong to review scientific infrastructure and development gains made in the Northeast over the past decade.
Walrik Marak • 14 Jul 2026
New Building Rules Proposed for Shillong Cantonment
Shillong Cantonment residents may finally see construction reforms as new draft building bye-laws face public review until August 3.
Walrik Marak • 14 Jul 2026
Sangma Weighs Compensation for Lapalang Borewell Victims
Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma is exploring financial aid for families of five workers killed in a July 10 borewell accident despite current policy gaps.
NEWire Desk • 14 Jul 2026
Police Track Down Shillong Airbnb Vandals in West Bengal
Five tourists from Uttar Pradesh were arrested for wrecking a Shillong homestay. They were released on bail in Alipurduar after a viral social media video.
NEWire Desk • 14 Jul 2026
Meghalaya High Court Demands Barik Hawkers Relocation Plan
Meghalaya High Court orders Shillong Municipal Board to detail relocation plans for street vendors at the Brightwell Bungalow Compound by July 29.
Walrik Marak • 14 Jul 2026
Three Die in Fatal Water Pump Job Near Shillong
Three men died after a water pump repair job in Lapalang. Families in rural Meghalaya now face grief and extreme poverty following the tragedy.
Walrik Marak • 14 Jul 2026
Family of Fallen Lapalang Heroes Seek Support After Well Tragedy
Sunil and Umesh Thakuri died trying to save lives in a well. Their family now faces financial ruin and seeks government help for their surviving children.
NEWire Desk • 14 Jul 2026
Meghalaya Police Issue Nationwide Alert for Fugitive Accused of Sexual Exploitation
Meghalaya police are hunting for a Shillong college student accused of serial rape and blackmail after viral social media posts sparked a massive investigation.
Walrik Marak • 14 Jul 2026
Meghalaya Uranium Mining Remains Deadlocked as Centre Keeps Options Open
Union Minister Jitendra Singh avoids confirming uranium mining in Meghalaya while CM Conrad Sangma shuts down any project proposals in the state.
NEWire Desk • 14 Jul 2026
East Khasi Hills Police Say Murder Case Remains Strong Despite Bail Setback
Bail for murder suspect Sonam Raghuvanshi follows a clerical error in Uttar Pradesh police documents. Officials say the trial continues as planned.
Walrik Marak • 14 Jul 2026
Conrad Sangma Says Legal Backing Key to Umling Entry Checks
Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma argues a physical gate at Umling is insufficient for regulating entry without the necessary legal framework for enforcement.
Walrik Marak • 14 Jul 2026
Supreme Court Bar Association Demands Action After Lawyer Attacked
The SCBA is demanding a probe after advocate Pankaj Sharma was allegedly assaulted by his neighbor, citing failures in the police investigation.
Walrik Marak • 14 Jul 2026
India Solidifies Role as Global Entertainment Powerhouse
India is now a top-tier destination for film premieres and media production, backed by global trust in its growing entertainment market and expertise.
Walrik Marak • 14 Jul 2026
BSNL Reports 10 Percent Revenue Jump for Q1
BSNL hit Rs 4,418 crore in Q1 revenue as enterprise and mobility sectors grew. Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia reviewed the performance.
NEWire Desk • 14 Jul 2026
Lone Tree Consultants Sues Meghalaya Cricket Association Over Unpaid Bills
A Guwahati firm served a legal notice to the Meghalaya Cricket Association, seeking arbitration for unpaid travel and logistics service invoices.
NEWire Desk • 14 Jul 2026
Meghalaya High Court Refuses to Drop Charges in Limestone Quarry Assault Case
The Meghalaya High Court rejected a petition to quash an FIR against four men accused of assaulting a man and obstructing police at a limestone quarry.
NEWire Desk • 14 Jul 2026
KSU Threatens Protests Over NEIGRIHMS Hiring Policies
The KSU is threatening protests against NEIGRIHMS for failing to honor recruitment promises made during a May 2025 meeting with institute officials.
Walrik Marak • 14 Jul 2026
Jitendra Singh Outlines Science and Tech Growth in Northeast
Union Minister Jitendra Singh reviewed new tech labs in Shillong and touted a decade of scientific and infrastructure development across the Northeast.
NEWire Desk • 13 Jul 2026
Union Minister Jitendra Singh Opens Governance Reform Conference in Shillong
Union Minister Jitendra Singh launched a national governance conference in Shillong, prioritizing AI, cybersecurity, and digital public services.
NEWire Desk • 13 Jul 2026
