Meghalaya
Meghalaya Coke Plants Face Scrutiny Over Illegal Coal Sourcing
Auditors are investigating coke plants in Meghalaya for using illegal coal, prompting fresh inspections and strict compliance checks across the state.
Walrik Marak • 12 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Government Relocates Shillong Street Vendors to New Polo Market
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma distributed grants to Shillong street vendors relocated to a new 132-stall facility to ease city traffic.
NEWire Desk • 12 Aug 2026
Shillong Tibetans Rally for Activist After Deadly Protest
Shillong Tibetans held a vigil for activist Lobga Rangzen, who died after a self-immolation protest at the UN headquarters, and decried Chinese policy.
NEWire Desk • 12 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Tourism Department Launches Verified Taxi Booking App
Meghalaya is rolling out a secure taxi booking app for tourists featuring GPS tracking and police-verified drivers to improve transport safety.
Walrik Marak • 12 Aug 2026
Students gather in Shillong for Bystander Debate 2026
Students from across Northeast India met in Shillong for the Bystander Debate 2026 to discuss how to shift from passive bystanders to active upstanders.
NEWire Desk • 12 Aug 2026
NEHU Shillong Seeks Research Associate for Himalayan Fermented Food Study
North Eastern Hill University is hiring a Research Associate to study Gundruk under a Department of Biotechnology project. Deadline is August 24, 2026.
NEWire Desk • 12 Aug 2026
Houthi Missile Strike Kills Five Crew Members in Bab el-Mandeb
Houthi rebels killed five people in a missile strike on a commercial vessel, marking a deadly escalation in the Red Sea shipping conflict.
NEWire Desk • 12 Aug 2026
Everbrightson Sana: From Dropout to Shillong Lajong Star
Everbrightson Sana overcame a three-year break and a failed stint as a right-back to become a standout striker for Shillong Lajong in the I-League.
NEWire Desk • 12 Aug 2026
Four Meghalaya Coaches Earn Level 1 Swimming Certification
Four Khasi candidates passed a Level 1 Swimming Coach certification course to improve the quality of aquatic instruction throughout Meghalaya.
Walrik Marak • 12 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Opens Lok Bhavan Doors for Independence Day Celebrations
Meghalaya turns the former Raj Bhavan into a public venue for two days to mark India's 80th Independence Day with cultural shows and exhibitions.
Walrik Marak • 12 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Promotes Seven Civil Service Officers to Head of Department Roles
Seven MCS officers received promotions to HoD-level posts following Election Commission approval, effective upon assuming their new assignments.
NEWire Desk • 12 Aug 2026
Meghalaya High Court Demands Answers on Forensic DNA Testing Halt
The Meghalaya High Court is demanding answers from the state government after a chemical shortage stalled all DNA testing at the Shillong forensic lab.
Walrik Marak • 12 Aug 2026
West Khasi Hills Officials Push Youth Toward Civil Service Careers
West Khasi Hills leaders urged students to join civil services and lead the district's future during International Youth Day celebrations in Nongstoin.
Walrik Marak • 12 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Students Shine at SPARK District Talent Showcase
Meghalaya's SPARK initiative showcases student talent in East Khasi Hills, marking the first of 12 district events for 20,532 students statewide.
Walrik Marak • 12 Aug 2026
PWD Bills NHIDCL for Shillong-Dawki Road Damages
The PWD seeks Rs 1.72 crore for road construction damages. The High Court of Meghalaya ordered a review of the assessment ahead of the September 7 hearing.
Walrik Marak • 12 Aug 2026
KSU Demands Action on Cement Plant and Security Laws
The KSU has issued a 15-day ultimatum to the Meghalaya government, demanding a cancelled cement plant hearing and new safety law enforcement.
NEWire Desk • 12 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Launches Mass Recruitment Drive for 20,000 Jobs
Meghalaya is kicking off a massive hiring effort to fill 20,000 jobs. The drive starts August 17 in East Khasi Hills for youth across all districts.
NEWire Desk • 12 Aug 2026
Former Shillong Times Editor Rabiul Islam Dies
Rabiul Islam, the former Chief Sub-Editor of The Shillong Times, has died. The SSASA honored his career and support for the local student organization.
NEWire Desk • 12 Aug 2026
Meghalaya BJP leadership dodges questions on youth leader's violent post
Meghalaya BJP stays silent on a youth leader's violent social media post while slamming the Jharkhand government for police action against students.
NEWire Desk • 12 Aug 2026
Anti-Narcotic Task Force Arrests Suspected Drug Dealer in Umiam
Police caught Jaziel Nongjop Syiem with over 21 grams of heroin during a Tuesday night sting operation in Umiam.
Walrik Marak • 12 Aug 2026
