Meghalaya

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

Meghalaya Tests Filterless Air Purifiers to Clean Up Byrnihat

Byrnihat will pilot filterless outdoor air purifiers following a successful trial that cut particulate pollution by nearly 45 percent.

NEWire Desk • 12 Aug 2026

Meghalaya High Court Reinstates Suspended Syiem of Hima Mylliem

The High Court of Meghalaya overturned the KHADC suspension of Ainam Manik Syiem, calling the move illegal and restoring his position immediately.

Walrik Marak • 12 Aug 2026

Meghalaya Education Board warns of CM IMPACT guidebook scam

MBoSE is warning the public after scammers tried to sell free government-issued CM IMPACT guidebooks online for nearly two thousand rupees.

Walrik Marak • 12 Aug 2026

Meghalaya Power Grid Remains Stable Despite Rainfall Deficit

Meghalaya officials report a stable power supply despite low rainfall, maintaining a streak of zero scheduled shutdowns over the past three years.

NEWire Desk • 12 Aug 2026

Meghalaya pays 7.5 lakh to families of three children killed by power lines

The Meghalaya government issued 2.5 lakh each to families of three children electrocuted by high-voltage lines in Ri-Bhoi district last month.

NEWire Desk • 12 Aug 2026

Election Commission Silent on Shillong Lok Sabha Bypoll Delay

Meghalaya's Shillong seat remains vacant six months after Ricky A.J. Syngkon died. Officials cite electoral roll updates for the delay until November.

Walrik Marak • 12 Aug 2026

Government to Refer Contentious FCRA Bill to Joint Parliamentary Committee

The Centre plans to send the controversial FCRA Amendment Bill to a Joint Parliamentary Committee following intense pushback from opposition and allies.

NEWire Desk • 12 Aug 2026

State reviews contested KHADC land bill amid backlash

Officials are reviewing a controversial land bill after traditional groups protested the removal of a key consultation clause in the legislation.

NEWire Desk • 12 Aug 2026

Meghalaya Election Officials Flag Over 650,000 Voters for Scrutiny

Election officials in Meghalaya are auditing 651,644 voter records for discrepancies. Residents have until September 4 to file claims and objections.

Walrik Marak • 11 Aug 2026