#Meghalaya
Meghalaya Archers Gear Up for National Games at State Championship
Over 200 athletes from 12 districts compete at the Meghalaya State Archery Championship to prepare for the upcoming 39th National Games in 2026.
Walrik Marak • 11 Aug 2026
VPP Pushes Amit Shah to Revise FCRA Asset Seizure Rules
Meghalaya’s VPP party wants the Home Minister to scrap proposed FCRA rules that allow the government to seize assets from canceled organizations.
Walrik Marak • 11 Aug 2026
Polish Guitarist Marcin Patrzałek Lands in Shillong for Concert
Guitarist Marcin Patrzałek arrives in Shillong for an August 12 concert and workshops under the state's grassroots music program.
Walrik Marak • 11 Aug 2026
North Garo Hills banana farmers ship first bulk load to Patna
Thirty-five North Garo Hills farmers shipped 15 tonnes of bananas to Patna, testing a new model to boost bargaining power and end local distress sales.
NEWire Desk • 11 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Breaks Ground on New Jakrem Water and Mawbasa Road Projects
Officials launched a 15-crore water scheme and a new road project in South West Khasi Hills to boost local infrastructure and water access.
Walrik Marak • 11 Aug 2026
Ri-Bhoi District Orders Total Liquor Shutdown for Independence Day
Meghalaya's Ri-Bhoi district will shut all bars and liquor outlets on August 15, 2026, to observe Independence Day.
Walrik Marak • 11 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Police Seize Rs 5 Lakh in Heroin During Umiam Drug Busts
Meghalaya's ANTF arrested two men and seized 32.64 grams of heroin worth Rs 5 lakh following two separate drug operations in Umiam on August 10.
NEWire Desk • 11 Aug 2026
KSU Issues 15-Day Deadline to Meghalaya Government
The KSU gave the government 15 days to address five core demands or face escalating protests after a violent public hearing in Lum Syrman.
NEWire Desk • 11 Aug 2026
Solar Purifiers Cut Byrnihat Pollution by Nearly Half in Trial
Meghalaya officials report a 45 percent drop in Byrnihat air pollution after testing solar-powered air purifiers. The High Court continues oversight.
NEWire Desk • 11 Aug 2026
Congress Leader Pala Blames Defections for Party Slide in Meghalaya
Meghalaya Congress chief Vincent Pala claims party decline stems from leaders being bought by rivals, not a lack of public support ahead of polls.
Walrik Marak • 11 Aug 2026
Meghalaya High Court Sets August 31 Deadline for Illegal Coal Mining Reports
Meghalaya's High Court will review state compliance with Justice BP Katakey's coal mining reports on August 31 after multiple filing delays.
Walrik Marak • 11 Aug 2026
Pilgrimage to Mawsynram cave concludes under police watch
Devotees finished their annual trek to the Krem Mawjymbuin cave shrine in Meghalaya on Sunday, following strict High Court orders and security protocols.
NEWire Desk • 11 Aug 2026
Activists Demand Fresh Public Hearing for Shillong Ropeway Project
The Joint Action Committee challenges the legitimacy of public consent for the Shillong Ropeway, urging officials to pause and hold a new hearing.
NEWire Desk • 11 Aug 2026
Three Notable Shillong Residents Pass Away Monday
Shillong mourns the loss of three community members this week. Funeral services are scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday following recent deaths.
NEWire Desk • 11 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Bar Associations Demand Advocate General Sacking
Meghalaya lawyers issued a one-week ultimatum to the Chief Minister to fire Advocate General Amit Kumar over allegations of defamation and cronyism.
Walrik Marak • 11 Aug 2026
Governor Vijayashankar Hands Out Smart Glasses to Visually Impaired
Governor CH Vijayashankar gave smart glasses to 15 visually impaired people in Shillong to boost their daily independence and accessibility.
Walrik Marak • 11 Aug 2026
KSU Pushes for Khasi Language Classes in Laban Schools
The Khasi Students’ Union is demanding that two Laban schools add Khasi to their curriculum starting in the 2027 academic session.
Walrik Marak • 11 Aug 2026
Army schedules Agniveer recruitment rally in Shillong
Meghalaya candidates will face physical trials in Shillong from August 22 to 25. The Army is filling spots for general duty, technical, and tradesmen.
Walrik Marak • 11 Aug 2026
JJM Contractors Demand Payment for Long-Overdue Projects
Contractors in Meghalaya are demanding payment for Jal Jeevan Mission projects after years of waiting and unclear explanations from officials.
Walrik Marak • 11 Aug 2026
Garo Hills Council Bans Non-Tribals from Voting
The GHADC approved new rules barring non-tribals from voting or running in council elections to protect indigenous interests in Meghalaya.
NEWire Desk • 10 Aug 2026
