#Football
John Abraham Demands Crackdown on Narcotics Kingpins in Meghalaya
Actor John Abraham calls for dismantling drug networks in Meghalaya, while the state launches a new anti-substance abuse initiative called Pulse of the Hills.
Walrik Marak • 1 Aug 2026
135th Durand Cup Kicks Off at JN Stadium
The 135th Durand Cup football tournament held its opening ceremony on Friday at the JN Stadium in Polo with a vibrant performance by local artists.
NEWire Desk • 1 Aug 2026
KDFA Launches Atuo Mezhur Sekhose Super League 2026
The Kohima District Football Association has launched a new super league to foster local talent while honoring the legacy of Atuo Mezhur Sekhose.
Naro Jamir • 1 Aug 2026
Nagaland Youth Star Returns Home After Global Football Success
12-year-old Wangshem Konyak returns to Tanhai village after winning the Gothia Cup in Sweden with Minerva Academy FC, despite local landslide disasters.
Kiyeto Swu • 31 Jul 2026
Shillong Lajong faces Nongkseh in Durand Cup opener
The 135th Durand Cup begins in Shillong on July 31 with an all-Meghalaya derby between Shillong Lajong FC and debutants Nongkseh SS&CC.
NEWire Desk • 31 Jul 2026
Mawlai Routs Laitkor 5-0 in Shillong Premier League
Mawlai crushed Laitkor 5-0 at the SSA Stadium on July 30, marking the largest winning margin of the 2026 Shillong Premier League season.
Walrik Marak • 31 Jul 2026
FC Raengdai shocks Indian Navy in Durand Cup debut
FC Raengdai beat the Indian Navy 1-0 in their historic debut at the 135th IndianOil Durand Cup. Amarjit netted the winning goal in the second half.
Priyanka Moirangthem • 30 Jul 2026
East Khasi Hills Police Set Traffic Rules for Durand Cup Opener
East Khasi Hills police have set traffic diversions and parking zones for the Durand Cup opening match in Shillong this Friday.
Walrik Marak • 30 Jul 2026
Indian Army Hosts High Altitude Football Tournament in Sikkim
The Indian Army and local organizers launched a high-altitude football tournament at 13,000 feet in Sikkim, concluding on Independence Day.
Riya Lepcha • 29 Jul 2026
Indian Army Chief Opens Durand Cup Imphal Chapter
General Dhiraj Seth inaugurated the 135th Durand Cup in Imphal. The event featured military displays and a match between TRAU FC and NEROCA FC.
Walrik Marak • 29 Jul 2026
Manipur Opener Ends in Draw as 135th Durand Cup Hits Imphal
The 135th Durand Cup kicked off in Imphal with a goalless derby between TRAU FC and NEROCA FC. Thousands attended despite heavy rain and state holidays.
Diana Moirangthem • 28 Jul 2026
Manipur derby ends in draw as Durand Cup kicks off in Imphal
The 135th Durand Cup opened in Imphal with a festive derby between TRAU FC and NEROCA FC. The match ended in a scoreless draw after a rainy ceremony.
Ranjana Devi • 28 Jul 2026
Nongkseh defeats Mylliem in tense Shillong Premier League opener
Nongkseh edged Mylliem 1-0 in a foul-heavy Shillong Premier League match as Aibiangmame Nongneng scored the decisive goal at SSA Stadium.
Walrik Marak • 28 Jul 2026
Manipur Declares Half-Holiday for Durand Cup Opener
Manipur will close state offices and schools on July 28 for the inaugural Durand Cup match between rivals TRAU FC and NEROCA FC in Imphal.
Priyanka Moirangthem • 27 Jul 2026
Three Schools Clinch State Subroto Mukherjee Cup Titles in Shillong
North Liberty, Little Star, and OM Roy Memorial won state football titles in Shillong on July 25, moving on to compete in the national tournament.
NEWire Desk • 26 Jul 2026
Manipur Honors Three Local Footballers After Historic European Tournament Wins
Three young Kuki footballers returned to Kangpokpi after winning the Gothia and Helsinki Cups, sparking hope in a region scarred by ethnic violence.
Diana Moirangthem • 25 Jul 2026
Goals Flood Meghalaya Subroto Cup Tournament
Meghalaya's Subroto Cup saw high-scoring football matches on July 22 as schools fought for semi-final spots ahead of the July 23 group stage finale.
Walrik Marak • 22 Jul 2026
Meghalaya Official Pipilmoris Wanniang Promoted to Category 5 Referee
Meghalaya football referee Pipilmoris Wanniang has earned Category 5 status, clearing the way for her to officiate top-tier matches across India.
NEWire Desk • 22 Jul 2026
Kangla Warriors Win Durand Cup Exhibition Match in Imphal
Kangla Warriors beat Sangai Strikers in a penalty shootout to open the 135th Durand Cup festivities in Imphal, celebrating local football and student success.
Ranjana Devi • 21 Jul 2026
Meghalaya Closes Schools for FIFA World Cup Final
Meghalaya shuts schools and colleges on Monday so students can watch the Argentina versus Spain FIFA World Cup 2026 final.
Walrik Marak • 20 Jul 2026
