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Residents Clash With Government Over Shillong Ropeway Project
The Joint Action Committee accuses the state of bypassing residents in the Shillong Ropeway project, while officials defend the two-year-old initiative.
NEWire Desk • 3 Aug 2026
BJP slams VPP plans for Shillong Secretariat protest
The BJP wants the VPP to scrap its August 6 protest march in Shillong, demanding the opposition party debate government issues in the Assembly instead.
NEWire Desk • 3 Aug 2026
Kuki Group Demands End to Ukhrul Road Blockades
Kuki civil society groups in Ukhrul threaten a total shutdown by August 5 unless the state ends targeted blockades on essential goods.
Priyanka Moirangthem • 2 Aug 2026
Bajrang Dal issues 24-hour ultimatum after Assam cow slaughter
Tension flared in Silchar after alleged cow slaughter triggered mob violence. Bajrang Dal activists are demanding arrests within a 24-hour window.
Bibar Daimary • 2 Aug 2026
Jaintia Pressure Groups File FIRs After Violent Cement Project Hearing
Jaintia groups report state-backed violence and police brutality at a controversial Shree Cement project public hearing in Meghalaya.
Walrik Marak • 2 Aug 2026
VPP to March on Meghalaya Secretariat Over Public Grievances
Voice of the People Party members plan an August 6 protest at the Meghalaya Secretariat to demand action on ten unresolved public issues.
Walrik Marak • 2 Aug 2026
Hynniewtrep Youth Council Protests NEHU Leadership Appointment
Members of the HYC demonstrated at North-Eastern Hill University to demand the resignation of the newly appointed Vice-Chancellor-in-Charge, Prof Barik.
NEWire Desk • 1 Aug 2026
Protesters in Assam Demand Death Penalty for Raju Basumatary Murder Suspects
Demonstrators in Chirang district are calling for a fast-track trial and the death penalty after the murder of local sports leader Raju Basumatary.
Timungpi Terang • 1 Aug 2026
Outrage erupts in Assam over barefoot tea processing allegations
Assam residents are demanding action after reports surfaced of workers at a Lahowal factory trampling tea leaves with their bare feet.
Timungpi Terang • 1 Aug 2026
Jaintia National Council Slams Police Crackdown at Shree Cement Hearing
The Jaintia National Council reports police violence and mass detention against protesters opposing a new Shree Cement project in East Jaintia Hills.
NEWire Desk • 1 Aug 2026
VPP Plans August 6 March to Shillong Secretariat
The Voice of the People Party will march on the Secretariat August 6 to protest government inaction on 10 key issues affecting Meghalaya.
Walrik Marak • 1 Aug 2026
Kangpokpi Displaced Families Demand Overdue Payments
Thousands of displaced people in Kangpokpi protested against delayed government aid, setting a five-day deadline for unpaid July relief funds.
Ratan Singh • 1 Aug 2026
KSU and HYC slam Shree Cement hearing as rigged
KSU and HYC leaders call East Jaintia Hills public hearing a sham, alleging authorities used blockades and detentions to silence project opponents.
NEWire Desk • 1 Aug 2026
Police and Protesters Clash at Meghalaya Mining Hearing
Tear gas and road blockades marred a Shree Cement project hearing in Meghalaya as officials and local groups spar over the project's legitimacy.
NEWire Desk • 1 Aug 2026
NSCN (IM) Accuses Security Forces and ZUF of Killing Naga Village Guard
The NSCN (IM) claims security forces and ZUF militants killed a guard in Manipur. Tensions remain high as community groups enforce economic blockades.
Priyanka Moirangthem • 31 Jul 2026
Protesters Demand Justice for Six Slain Naga Men
Protesters gathered at JNIMS Hospital demanding a faster investigation into the brutal killing of six Naga men allegedly abducted in broad daylight.
Sanajaoba Chongtham • 31 Jul 2026
Imagi Meira protesters lock Manipur Assembly gate, demand special session
Protesters locked the Manipur Assembly gate on July 31, demanding a special session to address the state's ongoing conflict and restore peace.
Ranjana Devi • 31 Jul 2026
Tripura Casual Workers Stage Statewide Protest for Job Security
Thousands of irregular Tripura workers held a Black Day protest demanding better pay and job regularisation after broken election promises.
Ayan Debbarma • 31 Jul 2026
NEHU Senior Professor Challenges VC Appointment Amid Student Protests
NEHU’s senior professor claims he was bypassed for the VC chair as the Hynniewtrep Youth Council demands current lead Prof. Saroj Kanta Barik resign.
NEWire Desk • 31 Jul 2026
Police Fire Tear Gas During East Jaintia Hills Cement Plant Protest
Tear gas and arrests marked a protest against a Shree Cement project in East Jaintia Hills as officials insist the mandatory public hearing must proceed.
NEWire Desk • 31 Jul 2026
