#Meghalaya
IMD Targets Tura for New Doppler Weather Radar
The India Meteorological Department plans a new Doppler radar in Tura to boost weather monitoring in western Meghalaya and the Garo Hills.
NEWire Desk • 13 Aug 2026
VPP Demands Exclusive Voter List for Garo Hills Council
The VPP is pushing for a standalone electoral roll for the GHADC to protect the political rights of the indigenous Garo people in Meghalaya.
Walrik Marak • 13 Aug 2026
Hima Langrin Blames Mining Interests for Public Meeting Chaos
Officials allege coal and limestone mining businessmen orchestrated a violent disruption at an August 7 meeting to avoid paying royalties.
Walrik Marak • 13 Aug 2026
Meghalaya BJP Eyes Targeted Strategy for 2028 Assembly Polls
Meghalaya BJP considers a shift to a selective, constituency-focused electoral strategy for 2028 after winning only two seats in the 2023 elections.
Walrik Marak • 13 Aug 2026
Standoff erupts at Hima Mylliem office after court reinstates leader
A court-ordered reinstatement triggered a tense police standoff at Hima Mylliem on Wednesday as the acting leader refused to vacate the office premises.
Walrik Marak • 13 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Launches HIV Campaign to Combat Stigma and Patient Dropout
Meghalaya launched a massive two-month HIV awareness campaign to reach rural areas as health officials struggle with patient dropouts caused by stigma.
NEWire Desk • 13 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Government Claims Compliance in Byrnihat Pollution Case
The Meghalaya government states it is following High Court orders on Byrnihat pollution, though officials report no formal health complaints yet.
Walrik Marak • 13 Aug 2026
Meghalaya School Association Demands Meeting with CM Over Unresolved Issues
Meghalaya schools threaten action if the government fails to address six long-pending demands before the Teachers’ Day deadline on September 5.
NEWire Desk • 13 Aug 2026
Amit Shah Urges Review of Meghalaya Safety Law
Union Home Minister Amit Shah asks Meghalaya to revise key security law provisions while reviewing demands for the Inner Line Permit and language status.
NEWire Desk • 13 Aug 2026
Polish Guitarist Marcin Performs With Local Talent in Shillong
Polish guitarist Marcin Patrzałek teamed up with Meghalaya musicians in Shillong for his 2026 tour, highlighting the state's local talent and music scene.
Walrik Marak • 13 Aug 2026
South West Khasi Hills Dominates Indian Round at State Archery Meet
South West Khasi Hills leads the Indian Round medal tally at the Meghalaya State Archery Championship after a strong second day of competition.
NEWire Desk • 13 Aug 2026
East Garo Hills Opens Electoral Roll for Public Review
Meghalaya officials are accepting claims and objections for electoral rolls in three East Garo Hills constituencies until the September 4 deadline.
Walrik Marak • 13 Aug 2026
Local Meghalaya Facility Drives Sustainable Farming Shift
Larry Organic in South West Garo Hills is cutting chemical dependence by producing regional bio-inputs to boost soil health and local farm productivity.
NEWire Desk • 13 Aug 2026
Meghalaya CM Backs JPC Review for FCRA Bill
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma supports sending the FCRA Amendment Bill to a JPC to address concerns from churches and religious institutions.
NEWire Desk • 13 Aug 2026
Assam and Meghalaya Forest Departments Host Elephant Cup Football Tournament
Assam and Meghalaya held the fourth Elephant Cup on World Elephant Day to promote cross-border conservation and community ties through football matches.
Walrik Marak • 12 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Launches Ascent 2026 to Boost National Exam Success
Meghalaya debuted the Ascent 2026 initiative in Shillong, offering financial support to UPSC aspirants to bolster national-level exam performance.
NEWire Desk • 12 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Coke Plants Face Scrutiny Over Illegal Coal Sourcing
Auditors are investigating coke plants in Meghalaya for using illegal coal, prompting fresh inspections and strict compliance checks across the state.
Walrik Marak • 12 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Government Relocates Shillong Street Vendors to New Polo Market
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma distributed grants to Shillong street vendors relocated to a new 132-stall facility to ease city traffic.
NEWire Desk • 12 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Tourism Department Launches Verified Taxi Booking App
Meghalaya is rolling out a secure taxi booking app for tourists featuring GPS tracking and police-verified drivers to improve transport safety.
Walrik Marak • 12 Aug 2026
NEHU Shillong Seeks Research Associate for Himalayan Fermented Food Study
North Eastern Hill University is hiring a Research Associate to study Gundruk under a Department of Biotechnology project. Deadline is August 24, 2026.
NEWire Desk • 12 Aug 2026
