#Meghalaya
Disabled advocates threaten protests over Meghalaya job recruitment barriers
The AED is demanding a retrospective audit of state job vacancies after accusing the Meghalaya government of blocking disabled applicants from employment.
Walrik Marak • 23 Jul 2026
Meghalaya Farmers Struggle as Vegetable Prices Collapse
Vegetable prices in Meghalaya have crashed as competition from neighboring states rises. Farmers and officials are scrambling for long-term solutions.
Walrik Marak • 23 Jul 2026
Meghalaya Traditional Councils Fight Contractor Control Over Funds
Meghalaya’s traditional councils face financial starvation as the state redirects development grants to politically favored contractors.
Walrik Marak • 23 Jul 2026
Meghalaya Stumbles in New NITI Aayog Investment Rankings
Meghalaya struggles to attract private capital as the NITI Aayog Investment Friendliness Index reveals major gaps in local infrastructure and governance.
Walrik Marak • 23 Jul 2026
Meghalaya BJP Denies Youth Chief's Alleged Shoot-Protesters Post
Meghalaya BJP claims account hacking after Yuva Morcha president allegedly called for shooting protesters, sparking widespread political backlash.
NEWire Desk • 23 Jul 2026
Meghalaya NEET Aspirants Demand Exam Integrity After Persistent Leak Scandals
Meghalaya medical school hopefuls are calling for a leak-proof NEET process, citing deep frustration over repeated testing irregularities and corruption.
NEWire Desk • 23 Jul 2026
Meghalaya Assembly Orders Relocation of Stalled Pohkseh Water Project
Meghalaya legislators ordered a site change for the failed Pohkseh water scheme and confirmed the New Shillong project remains on track for 2027 completion.
NEWire Desk • 23 Jul 2026
Meghalaya Pushes Delhi to Fast-Track Airport and Heliport Projects
CM Conrad Sangma met Union Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu to expedite Shillong and Baljek airport expansions and secure new heliport approvals.
Walrik Marak • 23 Jul 2026
Meghalaya Panel Orders Site Move for Failed Water Project
Legislators ordered a site move for the stalled Pohkseh water project while reviewing major infrastructure progress across Shillong this week.
NEWire Desk • 23 Jul 2026
Protesters Demand Ouster of Hima Langrin Chief
Hima Langrin locals issued a 15-day ultimatum to the KHADC to remove their Syiem, threatening an indefinite hunger strike if the council fails to act.
NEWire Desk • 23 Jul 2026
Meghalaya Secures Funding for Major Airport Upgrades
Meghalaya is expanding Umroi Airport's runway and upgrading Baljek Airport with over Rs 60 crore in central funding to boost regional air connectivity.
Bibar Daimary • 22 Jul 2026
Meghalaya Rural Tap Water Coverage Hits 84 Percent
Meghalaya's rural tap water coverage rose from 0.7 to 84 percent since 2019. The state launched the Jal Utsav campaign to ensure long-term water security.
Walrik Marak • 22 Jul 2026
East Khasi Hills Pushes for Full Tenant Registration Under MRSSA
East Khasi Hills officials met with traditional heads to boost tenant registration and streamline digital processes under the state's security act.
NEWire Desk • 22 Jul 2026
Hima Langrin residents threaten hunger strike over Syiem removal
Protesters gave the Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council 15 days to remove Syiem Nongtei Singh Syiemiong or face an indefinite hunger strike.
NEWire Desk • 22 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
NEHU and NERIE Open New Job Roles in Shillong
NEHU and NERIE in Shillong are hiring for research and teaching positions in 2026. Applicants must meet specific qualification and deadline requirements.
NEWire Desk • 22 Jul 2026
Meghalaya Boosts Rural Tap Water Access to 84 Percent
Meghalaya expanded rural tap water from 0.7 percent to 84 percent in six years. A new state-wide campaign now pushes for long-term water conservation.
Walrik Marak • 22 Jul 2026
Meghalaya Singer Kitkupar Nongsiej Wins Three Gold Medals at WCOPA 2026
Meghalaya singer Kitkupar Nongsiej secured three gold medals and two bronze at the 2026 World Championships of Performing Arts in Las Vegas.
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
Meghalaya Karate Athletes Return Home With South Asian Championship Medals
Daniel Dabiangbha Warjri and Gideon Tympuin returned to Meghalaya with karate medals after competing in the South Asian Championship in Dhaka.
NEWire Desk • 22 Jul 2026
