#Business

Meghalaya Cabinet Approves MSME Reform and Shutters Cherra Cement

Meghalaya officials greenlit an MSME facilitation ordinance to cut red tape while formally closing state-owned Meghalaya Cherra Cement Limited.

NEWire Desk • 13 Oct 2026

Meghalaya Launches New Youth Entrepreneurship Programs

Meghalaya CM Conrad K. Sangma introduced new innovation grants and a digital service platform to boost local business development and student startups.

NEWire Desk • 12 Oct 2026

Business Association of Nagas Mourns Entrepreneur Kuchi Rangkau Zeliang

The Business Association of Nagas honors Kuchi Rangkau Zeliang, a prominent entrepreneur and philanthropist who recently passed away.

Naro Jamir • 11 Oct 2026

SGST officials extend four-day raid on Dhubri trading hub

State tax officials continue a multi-day search of Dhubri's Jain Store, seizing computers and financial records as the tax probe enters its fourth day.

Bibar Daimary • 10 Oct 2026

Meghalaya Boosts Local Exports at RBSM 2.0 Meet

Meghalaya connects 300 local entrepreneurs with 32 buyers at RBSM 2.0 to expand market reach for state goods and drive sustainable business growth.

NEWire Desk • 9 Oct 2026

Sikkim Lifts Weekly Shop Closures Through December

Sikkim has suspended mandatory weekly shop closures until December 31 to drive commerce during the busy festive season across the state.

Riya Lepcha • 6 Oct 2026

Meghalaya Hosts Second Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet for Local Businesses

Meghalaya hosts RBSM 2.0 on October 8-9 at the State Convention Centre, connecting local MSMEs with buyers to boost exports and business partnerships.

Walrik Marak • 6 Oct 2026

New Aesthetic Studio Opens in Kohima

The Beauty and Aesthetic Beauty Studio opened in Kohima on October 5, bringing international-standard skin treatments to the people of Nagaland.

Kiyeto Swu • 5 Oct 2026

Arunachal Pradesh Pushes to Expand Coffee Production

Chief Minister Pema Khandu wants to boost coffee production in Arunachal Pradesh to increase farmer income and create jobs for local entrepreneurs.

Walrik Marak • 4 Oct 2026

Online Shopping Dents Puja Sales in Shillong

Shillong shop owners report declining Puja sales as younger consumers swap physical visits to Police Bazar for the convenience of online apps.

Walrik Marak • 2 Oct 2026

Dimapur Councillor Vows to End Illegal Tax Extortion in New Market

Ward 19 Councillor Kili N. Sumi is fighting illegal business taxation in Dimapur after police arrested a member of the local business association.

Naro Jamir • 1 Oct 2026

NEDFi Sanctions Hit Rs 977 Crore in Fiscal Year 2026

The North Eastern Development Finance Corporation reported a profit of Rs 92.23 crore as loan sanctions grew during the 2026 fiscal year.

Ratan Singh • 30 Sep 2026

NEDFi Loan Sanctions Top Rs 977 Crore in Fiscal Year

NEDFi reported a major rise in loan sanctions during 2025-26, hitting Rs 977 crore as the firm posted solid profits and lower non-performing assets.

Kiyeto Swu • 30 Sep 2026

Sikkim Teams Up With IIM Calcutta to Launch 250 Startups

Sikkim signed a three-year deal with IIM Calcutta Innovation Park to incubate 250 startups, create 1,000 jobs, and open four new district hubs.

Riya Lepcha • 29 Sep 2026

Fire Destroys Four Shops on GS Road

Firefighters battled a blaze that destroyed four shops on GS Road in Shillong on Sunday. No injuries occurred during the 45-minute emergency operation.

NEWire Desk • 28 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

Kohima Traders Ordered to Halt Multiple Tax Payments

The KCCI has officially adopted a no-tax policy, directing Kohima business owners to refuse unauthorized levy demands from all outside entities.

Kiyeto Swu • 26 Sep 2026

Kohima College Experts Share Entrepreneurship Strategies with Students

Kohima College students learned business strategies from local entrepreneurs during a recent campus panel discussion on professional skills.