Meghalaya
Mizo Students Union Welcomes New Students in Shillong
Mizoram Health Minister joined the Mizo Students Union at NEIGRIHMS on Friday to welcome new students with cultural performances and music.
Walrik Marak • 27 Sep 2026
New 10-Bed Health Center Opens in Lumparing
Residents in Lumparing now have a local 10-bed health center. The facility cost 4.13 crore rupees and will offer maternity and child health services.
NEWire Desk • 27 Sep 2026
Shillong News Roundup: Education, Energy, Crime and Culture Updates
Meghalaya leaders address teacher grievances, while NEHU marks NSS Day. Regional power updates, drug convictions, and student events round out the news.
NEWire Desk • 27 Sep 2026
Election Commission Eases Electoral Roll Corrections in Meghalaya
Meghalaya voters facing registration notices can now use home visits and online hearings to verify their status before the October 21 final roll deadline.
NEWire Desk • 27 Sep 2026
Meghalaya Expands Tap Water Access to Non-Municipal Regions
PHE Minister Marcuise N Marak has launched a new initiative to bring household tap water to non-municipal areas across three major Meghalaya districts.
NEWire Desk • 27 Sep 2026
Meghalaya TMC Faces Identity Crisis After Election Commission Split Ruling
The Meghalaya TMC must pick a side following an Election Commission order splitting the national party into two separate factions with new symbols.
NEWire Desk • 27 Sep 2026
Meghalaya Sets New Construction Rules for Riverfronts
Meghalaya introduces new 10-30 meter setback rules for non-urban riverfront construction while maintaining separate 50-meter limits for Umiam Lake.
NEWire Desk • 27 Sep 2026
Meghalaya Tourism Surges as Infrastructure Struggles to Keep Pace
Record visitor numbers in Meghalaya are straining local resources, prompting officials to focus on better destination management and infrastructure.
Walrik Marak • 27 Sep 2026
Congress Targets Rebound Amid Regional Party Instability
Meghalaya Congress chief Vincent H Pala eyes election gains as internal divisions weaken regional rivals, fueling a grassroots recovery strategy.
Walrik Marak • 27 Sep 2026
Meghalaya Prepares for El Niño Climate Risks
Meghalaya officials are launching climate adaptation plans to protect water and crops as the state faces potential El Niño impacts from November to March.
Walrik Marak • 27 Sep 2026
East Khasi Hills Reconstitutes Panel for Workplace Harassment Complaints
East Khasi Hills officials have overhauled their sexual harassment panel to handle worker complaints in small businesses and specific conflict cases.
Walrik Marak • 27 Sep 2026
Langsning Reclaims Top Spot in Shillong Premier League
Langsning beat Mylliem 2-0 to climb atop the Shillong Premier League standings. Wallambok Dkhar and Samuel L Kynshi secured the late victory.
NEWire Desk • 27 Sep 2026
Guwahati Targets Tangled Wires with 177 Crore Underground Plan
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a 177 crore project to bury overhead cables across 18 kilometers of Guwahati streets to improve aesthetics.
Walrik Marak • 27 Sep 2026
Minister Rymbui Launches Major Infrastructure Projects in West Jaintia Hills
Education Minister Lahkmen Rymbui launched new school, playground, and digital library projects in Thangbuli, West Jaintia Hills, totaling over Rs 2 crore.
NEWire Desk • 27 Sep 2026
Itsy Bitsy Opens First Art and Craft Store in Shillong
India's retail giant Itsy Bitsy opened a new DIY and craft supply store in Shillong's Ma-I-Khia Complex, featuring workshops and a diverse product range.
Walrik Marak • 27 Sep 2026
East Garo Hills students miss classes as teacher remains absent
Achik State People’s Front demands state action after a single-teacher school in East Garo Hills reportedly ceased operations in January.
Walrik Marak • 27 Sep 2026
West Garo Hills Authorities Tighten Durga Puja Security in Tura
Tura officials have mandated strict safety and noise rules for 33 Durga Puja pandals to ensure orderly celebrations and safe idol immersion processions.
NEWire Desk • 26 Sep 2026
Shillong Chef Bryan Kharumnuid Heads to Global Model India
Bryan Kharumnuid, 31, will represent Meghalaya at the Global Model India competition in Mizoram this September after stepping out of his comfort zone.
NEWire Desk • 26 Sep 2026
Aamir Khan Honored at Singapore Film Festival as The Paradise Hits Box Office Milestone
Aamir Khan heads to the Singapore International Film Festival while Nani's The Paradise rakes in over Rs 80 crore on its global opening day.
Walrik Marak • 26 Sep 2026
Student Group Demands New Border Security Gate in West Jaintia Hills
The Pnar Student Movement is pushing authorities to build an infiltration check gate on the Jowai-Dawki road to block illegal entry into the region.
Walrik Marak • 26 Sep 2026
