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 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 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 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 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
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 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 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 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 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
Seven MCS officers received promotions to HoD-level posts following Election Commission approval, effective upon assuming their new assignments.
NEWire Desk • 12 Aug 2026
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 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'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
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
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 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
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 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
Police caught Jaziel Nongjop Syiem with over 21 grams of heroin during a Tuesday night sting operation in Umiam.
Walrik Marak • 12 Aug 2026