Shillong: The Department of Neurology at NEIGRIHMS grabbed the BC Roy Gold Medal for the second time in five years. Dr. Aakanksha earned the prize at ANEICON 2026 in Ranchi for her neuro-infections study. Back in 2021, Dr. B. Synmon took the honor in Patna for research on Myasthenia Gravis. Director Prof. Nalin Mehta praised the department for its evidence-based approach and drive to solve clinical puzzles.
Team SYNAPES from MIT University of Meghalaya secured the top spot at the Chief Minister’s Business Catalyst Challenge. The team took home Rs 1 lakh for TYNRAI. This digital platform promotes Meghalaya’s cultural heritage. Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma attended the ceremony at IIM Shillong.
Over 100 women farmers gathered at Umiam for National Women Farmers’ Day. The event focused on the theme of building a developed agricultural sector. Dr. Md. Mokidul Islam, head of ICAR-KVK Ri Bhoi, hosted the meeting. Chief guest Balakyntiew Umbah praised the dual roles women play in farming and home life. Dr. Pankaj Baiswer encouraged the adoption of new technology. Attendees requested better access to subsidised machinery and quality seeds. Farmers received vegetable seeds and biofertilisers before the event wrapped up.
In Jowai, the NPP welcomed new members at an induction event at the District Library Auditorium. Cabinet minister Wailadmiki Shylla handed out party scarves to the new recruits. Shylla championed his record, citing projects like the Jowai Water Supply Scheme and new sports facilities at Kiang Nangbah. He told the crowd, "I have worked without discrimination to ensure progress across the constituency." He also pushed for more collective farming efforts.
Shillong Higher Secondary School hosted its Annual Day on Wednesday. MLA AL Hek announced a Rs 10 lakh grant for the institution. Principal Arnab Das and Managing Committee Secretary Protima Das celebrated the school’s 100 per cent pass rate in recent SSLC and HSSLC exams.
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