#Meghalaya

Meghalaya Issues Monsoon Health Warning Over Wild Mushrooms

Meghalaya officials warned residents to avoid wild mushrooms and protect water sources from chemical runoff during the monsoon season.

NEWire Desk • 26 Jul 2026

NPP Eyes Manipur Expansion as Conrad Sangma Pushes for Growth

Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma plans to grow the NPP in Manipur. He aims to secure more seats and address the state's ongoing ethnic conflict and economic woes.

Walrik Marak • 26 Jul 2026

Aesaka Paswett Nongrum Claims Victory in Kidspace Competition

Aesaka Paswett Nongrum took the top prize in the latest Kidspace contest, besting three other local student competitors in a recent showing.

NEWire Desk • 26 Jul 2026

Education Minister Rymbui Promotes STEM Skills at SPARK Graduation

Education Minister Lahkmen Rymbui awarded certificates to SPARK Meghalaya students at a ceremony in Nongtalang, emphasizing the importance of STEM learning.

NEWire Desk • 26 Jul 2026

Meghalaya Student Groups Demand NEET Reforms After Minister Resigns

Meghalaya student unions demand local NEET testing centers and systemic reform following the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

NEWire Desk • 26 Jul 2026

Marmain Villagers Demand Bridge After Floods Destroy Crossing

Flash floods destroyed the vital Umpli River bridge, cutting off 17 villages on the Meghalaya-Assam border. Residents now call for permanent infrastructure.

NEWire Desk • 26 Jul 2026

Meghalaya Government Announces Major Bureaucratic Reshuffle

The Meghalaya government has reassigned several IAS and MCS officers, shifting key portfolios across multiple departments effective immediately.

NEWire Desk • 26 Jul 2026

Meghalaya Education Minister Urges Students to Temper Ambition with Patience

Meghalaya Education Minister Lahkmen Rymbui challenged students to balance ambition with patience during Lady Keane College's 91st Foundation Day.

Walrik Marak • 26 Jul 2026

KSU Accuses Meghalaya Government of Stalling Resident Safety Act

The Khasi Students’ Union says the state government is lying about legal hurdles to delay enforcing the Meghalaya Residents Safety and Security Act.

Walrik Marak • 26 Jul 2026

Experts Push for Local UPSC Coaching Ecosystem in Meghalaya

Panelists at the Meghalaya UPSC Vision Conclave 2026 call for local mentorship and financial support to boost the state's Civil Services representation.

Walrik Marak • 26 Jul 2026

Lyngdoh Warns VPP Against Reckless Criticism

MDA advisor Ampareen Lyngdoh hit back at the VPP for attacking the Centre, warning the party to fix its own governance failures before casting stones.

NEWire Desk • 26 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

Jaintia Mid Day Meal Workers Demand Tenfold Pay Hike

Cooks in Meghalaya are threatening to halt the PM Poshan scheme unless the federal government increases their monthly pay from Rs 900 to Rs 9,000.

NEWire Desk • 26 Jul 2026

Meghalaya Launches First School Performance Grading Index for 11,443 Institutions

Meghalaya introduced a school grading index for 11,443 schools, using UDISE+ data to track performance and support local educational planning.

Walrik Marak • 25 Jul 2026

IIM Shillong Hiring Managers for 2026

IIM Shillong is taking applications for Manager and Assistant Manager roles. Qualified candidates must submit their CVs by August 24, 2026.

Walrik Marak • 25 Jul 2026

Women Artisans Gather in Shillong to Boost Northeast Craft Market

Shillong hosts a two-day national meet connecting women artisans with investors to transform regional heritage crafts into sustainable businesses.

Walrik Marak • 25 Jul 2026

Small Savings Groups Merge; East Khasi Hills Sets Population Day Event

Meghalaya small savings agents join a national body while the East Khasi Hills health office prepares for an upcoming World Population Day event.

Walrik Marak • 25 Jul 2026

Meghalaya Launches Performance Index to Track 11,443 Schools

Meghalaya introduced the MSPGI to assess 11,443 schools across 12 districts, aiming to boost educational standards through data-driven planning.

NEWire Desk • 25 Jul 2026

Meghalaya Rallies Behind National Student Protests Against Exam Leaks

Meghalaya citizens and student groups stage solidarity protests demanding education reform and accountability for national NEET examination paper leaks.

NEWire Desk • 25 Jul 2026

Meghalaya performer wins big at world stage in Las Vegas

Kitkupar Nongsiej earned three gold medals and two bronze at the World Championships of Performing Arts in Las Vegas. He was India’s sole finalist.

NEWire Desk • 24 Jul 2026