Meghalaya
VPP Demands CBI Probe Over Recruitment Fraud in West Jaintia Hills
The VPP party is calling for a CBI investigation into alleged hiring fraud within the West Jaintia Hills District Selection Committee.
NEWire Desk • 30 Jun 2026
RSS leader's BJP entry sparks internal friction in Meghalaya
The BJP faces backlash in Shillong after RSS leader Homnath Gautam joined the party, causing confusion among members over his stated political transition.
Walrik Marak • 30 Jun 2026
State Pushes District Council Reforms as KHADC Digs In
Meghalaya's Chief Minister is overhauling district council operations, but the Khasi Hills council is flatly refusing to join the new oversight plan.
Walrik Marak • 30 Jun 2026
AL Hek Pushes for Balanced Inner Line Permit Rules in Meghalaya
BJP MLA AL Hek wants balanced Inner Line Permit rules to protect tourism while pushing the Centre to recognize Khasi and Garo languages.
Walrik Marak • 30 Jun 2026
Truck driver flees after killing pedestrian in Nongpoh
Christopher Diengdoh, 50, died Sunday after a hit-and-run truck accident on National Highway-6. Police are searching for the driver who fled the scene.
Walrik Marak • 30 Jun 2026
High Court Acquits Shillong Driver After Decade-Long Murder Case
Ashim Sinha walks free after the Meghalaya High Court overturned his murder conviction, citing a lack of evidence in the 2015 killing of Soma Chettri.
Walrik Marak • 30 Jun 2026
Meghalaya Sports Minister Backs Ban on Cricket Coach Over Harassment
Sports Minister Wailadmiki Shylla supports the MCA's decision to ban a cricket coach following findings of sexual harassment against U-23 players.
NEWire Desk • 30 Jun 2026
New High Court Complex Foundation Stone Set for Today in Shillong
Meghalaya's Chief Justice breaks ground on a new court complex today, while city officials host workshops and drug awareness sporting events.
Walrik Marak • 30 Jun 2026
Meghalaya High Court Pushes for Independent Forensic Lab
Meghalaya's High Court wants a new forensic lab to speed up criminal trials and improve digital evidence tracking. K Ch. Gautam will act as Amicus Curiae.
Walrik Marak • 30 Jun 2026
Meghalaya Launches Initiative to Honor Local Entrepreneurs
Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma introduced the Achievers of the Month program to spotlight local innovators and boost economic growth across Meghalaya.
NEWire Desk • 30 Jun 2026
Trucking Groups Deny Forced Payments for Minister's Event
Transporters associations deny forcing truck owners to pay for a minister's event, despite internal documents showing a mandatory fee and attendance rules.
Walrik Marak • 30 Jun 2026
Byrnihat ethanol plant pollution sparks outrage as officials deny crisis
Locals blast pollution at a Byrnihat ethanol plant as officials claim they have received no official complaints about the thick soot and respiratory issues.
Walrik Marak • 30 Jun 2026
West Khasi Hills Man Arrested After Viral Assault Video
Police arrested a 23-year-old man after a video showing him attacking his estranged wife went viral on social media. The investigation remains active.
NEWire Desk • 30 Jun 2026
Meghalaya Government Denies Rs 233-Crore Loan to USTM Medical College
The Meghalaya government rejected a promised Rs 233-crore loan to the PA Sangma International Medical College, citing budget constraints.
NEWire Desk • 30 Jun 2026
Shillong Clears Cluttered Hanging Wires Ahead of National Games
Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has ordered a city-wide cleanup to remove dangerous, unsightly cables before the National Games start next March.
Walrik Marak • 30 Jun 2026
Meghalaya Government Heads to Supreme Court After Bail Ruling
The Meghalaya government will challenge a High Court decision to uphold bail for murder suspect Sonam Raghuvanshi in the Supreme Court.
Walrik Marak • 30 Jun 2026
BJP Minister Sanbor Shullai Urges Governor to Block KHADC Licensing Bill
BJP leader Sanbor Shullai has asked the Governor to reject a new KHADC bill, citing constitutional violations and legal overreach regarding non-tribal staff.
Walrik Marak • 30 Jun 2026
Meghalaya Launches Door-to-Door Voter Roll Verification
Officials in Meghalaya are conducting a month-long voter roll update. Residents can register or file objections through July 29 to ensure election accuracy.
NEWire Desk • 30 Jun 2026
Former MCA President Denies Ignoring Sexual Harassment Claims
Naba Bhattacharjee rejects claims he ignored sexual harassment reports, blaming internal failures for the lack of action during his time at the MCA.
NEWire Desk • 30 Jun 2026
Meghalaya CM Welcomes Khasi and Garo Inclusion in CBSE Framework
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma has welcomed the official inclusion of the Khasi and Garo languages in the CBSE three-language framework. He described
James M • 30 Jun 2026
