Meghalaya
Supreme Court Reviews Procedural Errors in Meghalaya Honeymoon Murder Case
The Supreme Court is weighing if arrest memo errors justify bail after Meghalaya appealed the release of Sonam Raghuvanshi in a high-profile murder case.
Walrik Marak • 9 Jul 2026
KSU Demands Legal Block Against Uranium Mining in Meghalaya
The Khasi Students' Union is pushing for laws to stop uranium mining in Domiasiat, citing suspicious land buys by influential figures in the state.
NEWire Desk • 9 Jul 2026
Doctor Quits Thane Hospital After Assault by Shiv Sena Corporator
A doctor has resigned and fled Thane after being beaten by a Shiv Sena corporator who forced his way into a municipal hospital during a medical dispute.
Walrik Marak • 9 Jul 2026
Two Die in Fiery Truck Collision Near Bodh Gaya
A high-speed crash on the Dobhi-Patna highway killed two people after a car collided with a truck, sparking a massive fire that trapped the victims inside.
NEWire Desk • 9 Jul 2026
Badruddin Ajmal labels fake currency a major threat to Assam
AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal claims counterfeit money beats drugs as a threat to Assam, while officials report recent busts and ongoing police probes.
Walrik Marak • 9 Jul 2026
NLU Meghalaya Chief Justice Challenges Students to Work in District Courts
Chief Justice Revati Mohite Dere told NLU Meghalaya students to gain hands-on experience in district courts to better understand local justice needs.
Walrik Marak • 9 Jul 2026
HSPDP Youth Wing demands music project expansion to Nongstoin
The HSPDP Youth Wing wants the Meghalaya Grassroots Music Project expanded to Nongstoin to help local musicians facing a severe lack of financial support.
Walrik Marak • 9 Jul 2026
Meghalaya Singer Kitkupar Nongsiej Heads to Las Vegas for Global Stage
Meghalaya singer Kitkupar Nongsiej will represent India at the 2026 World Championships of Performing Arts in Las Vegas after a successful audition.
Walrik Marak • 9 Jul 2026
Meghalaya CM Pushes for Completion of Rs 11 Crore Baghmara Hospital Upgrades
Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma is fast-tracking an Rs 11 crore upgrade to Baghmara Civil Hospital to improve healthcare access in South Garo Hills.
NEWire Desk • 9 Jul 2026
Meghalaya Jumps Two Grades in National School Rankings
Meghalaya climbed two grades in the Union government's school education index, marking its best performance since the framework began.
Walrik Marak • 9 Jul 2026
New Delhi Hosts Meghalaya Pineapple Festival
Meghalaya brings its signature sweet pineapples to Dilli Haat this July, aiming to boost farmer income through new trade deals and market connections.
Walrik Marak • 9 Jul 2026
Pressure mounts to cancel Upper Shillong petrol pump land lease
Local groups demand the state government cancel a land lease for a private petrol pump, arguing the site should serve local farmers and livestock owners.
NEWire Desk • 9 Jul 2026
KSU Demands Stop to Umling Food Court Project
The KSU is fighting plans for a food court at the Umling entry point, demanding the site be used to block illegal immigration into Meghalaya instead.
NEWire Desk • 9 Jul 2026
Laban Market Parking Fees Trigger Public Outcry
New parking fees at Laban market face backlash as residents demand clearer rules for brief stops and question the lack of security for their vehicles.
NEWire Desk • 9 Jul 2026
Power returns to two remote Meghalaya villages
Electricity has returned to two isolated Meghalaya villages after years of darkness thanks to efforts by a new distribution franchise operator.
NEWire Desk • 9 Jul 2026
Meghalaya BJP prepares for independent 2028 election bid
Meghalaya BJP eyes a solo run in the 2028 polls, abandoning coalition ties to build its own political base and recruit key regional figures.
Walrik Marak • 9 Jul 2026
West Garo Hills Nokmas Demand Veto Power Over Non-Tribal Licences
Nokmas in West Garo Hills demand the cancellation of non-tribal trade permits, threatening fines for those operating without traditional approval.
NEWire Desk • 9 Jul 2026
Shillong Government Prepares to Relocate Street Hawkers
Officials are identifying hawkers in GS Road and Motphran to prepare for a planned relocation as the city updates its street vending strategy.
Walrik Marak • 9 Jul 2026
Police Probe Mysterious Death of Assam Businessman Found Injured in Meghalaya
Gunajit Kalita died at a hospital after police found him critically injured in a Meghalaya hotel. Authorities in Assam and Meghalaya are investigating.
Walrik Marak • 9 Jul 2026
HYC Demands Evictions at Lum Survey Amid Rising Crime
The HYC is pressuring Meghalaya officials to clear illegal settlements at Lum Survey, blaming government inaction for a surge in local drug activity.
Walrik Marak • 9 Jul 2026
