#Meghalaya
East Khasi Hills Reports Over 8,000 Dog Bites This Year
Meghalaya health officials report 8,403 dog-bite cases in East Khasi Hills so far in 2026 as they push for mandatory pet vaccinations and owner accountability.
Walrik Marak • 28 Sep 2026
Hills Farmers Union Clears Byrnihat Police of Extortion Claims
The HFU says police are not extorting livestock transporters in Byrnihat, citing a lack of evidence for illegal fee collections at the station.
NEWire Desk • 28 Sep 2026
Centre Earmarks 94 Crore for Meghalaya Tribal Scholarships
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs approved 94 crore for Meghalaya's post-matric scholarship scheme for the 2026-27 financial year to support ST students.
NEWire Desk • 28 Sep 2026
Students Complete First Phase of Ri-Bhoi Air Pollution Study
Students from three institutions wrapped up initial fieldwork on air quality in Nongpoh and Byrnihat to gauge health risks in the industrial zone.
NEWire Desk • 28 Sep 2026
MLCU Hosts National Student Tourism Conclave in October
Martin Luther Christian University will host a national student tourism event in Meghalaya from October 1 to 3, focusing on sustainable travel models.
NEWire Desk • 28 Sep 2026
KHADC Demands Rs 70 Crore Owed by Meghalaya Government
KHADC leadership rejects state government conditional aid, demanding the release of Rs 70 crore in unpaid statutory dues to cover operational costs.
NEWire Desk • 28 Sep 2026
USTM Wins State-Level Heritage Quiz at Shillong College
The University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya, secured first place in a state-level heritage quiz hosted by Shillong College on Friday.
NEWire Desk • 28 Sep 2026
Shillong Questions Need for Sunday Bank Openings Ahead of Strike
Shillong residents challenge the Sunday bank opening mandate, citing digital banking convenience as the nationwide strike approaches later this month.
Walrik Marak • 28 Sep 2026
Meghalaya Prepares for Historic 1,000-Drum Wangala Festival
Meghalaya readies for the 50th Golden Jubilee of the Garo community's Wangala harvest festival, featuring a massive 1,000-drum performance at Chibragre.
NEWire Desk • 28 Sep 2026
Four Assam Workers Die in Meghalaya Septic Tank Tragedy
Four Assam construction workers died after inhaling toxic fumes inside a septic tank at a private residence in Meghalaya's South Garo Hills district.
Bibar Daimary • 28 Sep 2026
Meghalaya Pressure Groups Force Bank Closures Over Sunday Work Mandate
Civil society groups shut down banks across Meghalaya on Sunday, opposing a work mandate that conflicts with religious and social traditions.
Walrik Marak • 28 Sep 2026
Congress MP Doubts Center Will Heed Meghalaya Concerns on FCRA Bill
Tura MP Saleng A. Sangma fears the Centre will ignore regional concerns regarding the proposed FCRA Amendment Bill despite ongoing committee reviews.
NEWire Desk • 28 Sep 2026
Congress Chief Claims Political Interference in Meghalaya Drug Policing
Meghalaya Congress President Vincent Pala alleges politicians meddle in police transfers to protect drug networks, demanding an inquiry into records.
NEWire Desk • 28 Sep 2026
Tura MP Blames State Government for Shillong Unrest
Tura MP Saleng A. Sangma blames the Meghalaya government for recent Shillong violence, citing a failure to address deep-seated public grievances.
Walrik Marak • 28 Sep 2026
Deputy CM Prestone Tynsong Denies Plans to Join BJP
Meghalaya Deputy CM Prestone Tynsong rejects social media claims that he intends to defect to the BJP and replace the current Chief Minister.
NEWire Desk • 28 Sep 2026
Tura Students Stage Street Plays to Combat Drug Abuse and Screen Addiction
Tura students performed street plays Saturday to fight drug abuse and screen addiction as part of a regional awareness campaign running through October 2.
NEWire Desk • 28 Sep 2026
South Garo Hills Villages Remain Without Power Despite Proximity to Office
Eleven villages in South Garo Hills lack electricity, contradicting official MePDCL records. A candidate demands immediate action from the state.
Walrik Marak • 28 Sep 2026
286 Scouts and Guides Complete Three-Day Summer Camp in Garobadha
Meghalaya Bharat Scouts and Guides hosted 286 students and staff for a three-day training event at St. Dominic Savio Higher Secondary School.
Walrik Marak • 28 Sep 2026
HSPDP Splits From UDP on By-Election Choice
HSPDP refuses to back UDP candidate V.G. Kynta after the party rejected their nominees for the Shillong parliamentary seat in two separate instances.
NEWire Desk • 28 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
