Meghalaya
James Sangma set for Rajya Sabha swearing-in
Rajya Sabha member-elect James Sangma prepares to take his oath as he promises to advocate for Meghalaya's interests in the upcoming Parliament session.
NEWire Desk • 29 Jun 2026
Missing Tura man recovered from West Bengal railway station
Kunal Hajong, missing since June 24, was found at Howrah Railway Station by a vigilant citizen and returned safely to his family in Tura.
Walrik Marak • 29 Jun 2026
Police Arrest Couple in Shillong Drug Raid
The Anti-Narcotic Task Force arrested a couple in Shillong after seizing vials and suspected narcotics during a tense raid on Saturday night.
Walrik Marak • 29 Jun 2026
COLKS and KHADC Trade Blame Over Dilapidated Medicine Hub
A public dispute erupts between the KHADC and COLKS over the state of a Rs 9.47 crore traditional medicine facility that sits mostly empty and unstaffed.
NEWire Desk • 29 Jun 2026
Meghalaya Cricket Association Faces Scandal After Harassment Indictment
The Meghalaya State Commission for Women indicted former MCA head Naba Bhattacharjee for ignoring harassment complaints as internal funding scandals grow.
Walrik Marak • 29 Jun 2026
Modi Backs Meghalaya Living Root Bridges for UNESCO Status
Prime Minister Modi highlighted Meghalaya's unique living root bridges on Mann Ki Baat, fueling a national push for UNESCO World Heritage recognition.
NEWire Desk • 29 Jun 2026
Meghalaya Cricket Association Faces Crisis Over President's Suspension Order
Internal fighting rocks the Meghalaya Cricket Association as top officials clash over the president's move to suspend the honorary secretary.
NEWire Desk • 29 Jun 2026
James Sangma Shrugs Off Mukul Sangma Rumors
NPP leader James Sangma dismisses talk of Mukul Sangma joining his party, insisting the government remains focused on development projects in Meghalaya.
NEWire Desk • 29 Jun 2026
NETRA and RGU Host Regional Development Seminar for Northeast India
The NETRA Foundation and RGU wrapped up a ten-day virtual program focusing on growth and sustainability across Northeast India for over 100 participants.
NEWire Desk • 29 Jun 2026
Indira Gandhi statue left to rot in Shillong
A bronze statue of Indira Gandhi at the State Central Library in Shillong sits in decay, ignored by officials decades after its 1985 inauguration.
NEWire Desk • 29 Jun 2026
Omega Ranee dies in Lumdiengjri
Omega Ranee, a resident of Risbel Compound, died Sunday. A funeral service for the Lumdiengjri local is scheduled for Tuesday afternoon.
NEWire Desk • 29 Jun 2026
Three Rivals Eye BJP Ticket for West Shillong Assembly Seat
Three candidates are pushing for the BJP ticket in West Shillong. The party faces an early test to keep unity ahead of the 2028 state assembly elections.
Walrik Marak • 29 Jun 2026
Shillong Ropeway Project Set for 2026 Completion
Meghalaya’s Rs 151-crore ropeway project hits the home stretch. Officials aim to open the line by late 2026 to ease traffic and boost tourism.
NEWire Desk • 28 Jun 2026
India Faces Must-Win Battle Against Australia in T20 World Cup
India needs a win against undefeated Australia on Sunday to secure a T20 World Cup semifinal spot, as fielding and batting struggles plague the team.
Walrik Marak • 28 Jun 2026
Brazil Faces Japan in High Stakes World Cup Showdown
Brazil battles Japan in the Round of 32 at NRG Stadium this Monday. The winner moves on to face either Ivory Coast or Norway for a spot in the final 16.
Walrik Marak • 28 Jun 2026
Canada faces South Africa in historic World Cup knockout clash
Canada and South Africa square off in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 on Monday. Both nations eye a maiden trip to the round of 16 in a high-stakes match.
NEWire Desk • 28 Jun 2026
Meghalaya CM Backs Gradual Shift to Organic Farming
Chief Minister Conrad Sangma says Meghalaya will reach 100% organic farming in phases, citing the need to protect farmer income during the transition.
Walrik Marak • 28 Jun 2026
Meghalaya Champions Women Farmers in Organic Push
Meghalaya officials hosted a global conference in Shillong to highlight the vital role of women and indigenous knowledge in sustainable organic farming.
Walrik Marak • 28 Jun 2026
VPP Slams Government Over Pay Scale Cuts in Deficit Colleges
The VPP accuses the government of cutting UGC pay scales for college teachers, warning that staff shortages and payment delays threaten local education.
NEWire Desk • 28 Jun 2026
Police Await Forensic Results After Shillong Community Dog Found Dead
Officials performed a post-mortem on a community dog found at a Shillong Circuit House and sent samples to a lab to determine the cause of death.
Walrik Marak • 28 Jun 2026
