#Meghalaya
Meghalaya Transport Audit Reveals Massive Financial Loss and Public Safety Risks
A scathing audit reveals a Rs 166 crore loss and major safety lapses in Meghalaya's Transport department, with thousands of uncertified vehicles on roads.
NEWire Desk • 7 Sep 2026
VPP Blasts Government Over Contractual Teacher Hiring Plan
The VPP is demanding the withdrawal of a new teacher recruitment order, citing concerns over job security and the future of deficit schools in Meghalaya.
Walrik Marak • 7 Sep 2026
NPP Architect WR Kharlukhi Leaves Door Open for Rival Party Move
Founding NPP architect WR Kharlukhi resigned on August 24, refusing to rule out joining a rival party as he weighs his future in Meghalaya politics.
NEWire Desk • 7 Sep 2026
Martle Mukhim Warns Regional Politics in Meghalaya Is Collapsing
Veteran leader Martle Mukhim claims Meghalaya's regional politics are dying as local parties succumb to national influence and internal betrayal.
NEWire Desk • 7 Sep 2026
Paul Lyngdoh Warns of Mass Defections from UDP to BJP
West Shillong MLA Paul Lyngdoh says the United Democratic Party faces a potential collapse as legislators pursue direct links with national BJP leaders.
NEWire Desk • 7 Sep 2026
Sohiong friction fuels potential UDP exodus to BJP
Discontent over development projects in Sohiong has sparked talks of a major political realignment among nine UDP legislators eyeing a shift to the BJP.
Walrik Marak • 7 Sep 2026
Meghalaya Opens Plant to Turn Banana Waste Into Profit
A new facility in Umsiang, Meghalaya, turns discarded banana stems into paper and fiber to boost rural income and promote sustainable local industry.
NEWire Desk • 6 Sep 2026
Parents Urge Meghalaya Government to Save PIMC from Financial Collapse
Parents of PIMC medical students are begging the Meghalaya government for financial aid to keep the college running and protect their children's futures.
Walrik Marak • 6 Sep 2026
Meghalaya BJP Delays Shillong Bypoll Candidate Selection
The Meghalaya BJP will name its Shillong bypoll candidate only after the Election Commission publishes the updated electoral rolls.
Walrik Marak • 6 Sep 2026
Justice Katakey Committee Slams Inaction on Illegal Meghalaya Coal Mining
The Katakey Committee reports that police failed to act on over 190 illegal coal mining cases despite seizing dozens of vehicles and equipment.
Walrik Marak • 6 Sep 2026
National Scouts Workshop Wraps Up in Shillong
Seventy participants gathered in Shillong for a five-day workshop on environmental responsibility and self-defense led by the Bharat Scouts and Guides.
Walrik Marak • 6 Sep 2026
Shillong to Dawki Road Project Hits Major Delay
The JICA-funded Shillong-Dawki road project misses its August deadline. Officials now target December 2026 for completion of the vital trade corridor.
Walrik Marak • 6 Sep 2026
Mizoram Ousts Meghalaya from Junior Boys National Football Championship
Meghalaya exited the Junior Boys National Football Championship after a 3-0 loss to Mizoram. The defeat sent Mizoram to the tournament semi-finals.
Walrik Marak • 6 Sep 2026
Meghalaya Pumps Rs 795 Crore into Road Upkeep
Meghalaya allocated Rs 794.80 crore for road maintenance, though several major projects faced significant delays due to weather and site constraints.
Walrik Marak • 6 Sep 2026
Meghalaya Teachers Celebrate 65th Annual Milestone
Meghalaya marked the 65th Teachers’ Day with state-wide honors, education reform updates, and community service initiatives for underprivileged youth.
Walrik Marak • 6 Sep 2026
Vice President Radhakrishnan to Launch Rs 1,011 Crore Projects in Meghalaya
VP CP Radhakrishnan visits Meghalaya September 7 to launch five major infrastructure projects worth over Rs 1,010 crore across the state.
Walrik Marak • 6 Sep 2026
Meghalaya Women Lawyers Demand Advocate General Ouster
Meghalaya women lawyers petitioned the Governor to remove Advocate General Amit Kumar over allegations of nepotism and insulting professional conduct.
NEWire Desk • 6 Sep 2026
Meghalaya BJP Distances Itself From Sanjay Sharma Over Bible Insult
Meghalaya BJP condemns former member Sanjay Sharma for allegedly insulting the Bible and has launched an investigation into his party status.
Walrik Marak • 6 Sep 2026
Former UDP leader Jemino Mawthoh to join BJP
Jemino Mawthoh will join the BJP on September 12 after 15 months of political silence to help bridge the gap between Meghalaya and the central government.
NEWire Desk • 6 Sep 2026
KSU ultimatum sparks arson and petrol bomb attacks in Shillong
Arson and a petrol bomb attack hit Shillong as the KSU issues a three-day deadline to the government following violence at a mining project site.
Walrik Marak • 6 Sep 2026
