#South West Khasi Hills
Hills Farmers Union Demands Compensation for Pig Deaths
The HFU is demanding government compensation for South West Khasi Hills farmers after African Swine Fever wiped out livestock over the last three months.
NEWire Desk • 28 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Starts Work on Major Road Project to Boost Remote Khasi Hills
Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma launched a Rs 140-crore road project in South West Khasi Hills to drive trade and tourism in the region.
NEWire Desk • 17 Aug 2026
Hima Langrin Women File Police Complaint Over Online Threats
Three women in South West Khasi Hills reported two men to police for posting abusive, threatening comments against them on a local YouTube channel.
Walrik Marak • 6 Aug 2026
Jakrem Residents Demand Justice After Elderly Woman Murdered
Residents in Jakrem held a peace rally to condemn the brutal murder of 76-year-old Joit Kharlyngdoh as police continue their investigation.
NEWire Desk • 4 Aug 2026
Village threatens vigilante action if murder suspect gets bail
Residents in South West Khasi Hills warn of unrest if the man accused of killing his sister is granted bail, citing public safety and threats.
Walrik Marak • 22 Jul 2026
Police Probe Murder After Missing Jakrem Woman Found Dead
The 16-day search for Joit Kharlyngdoh ended when her body was found in a remote jungle. Police now suspect foul play and await post-mortem results.
NEWire Desk • 21 Jul 2026
Villagers Capture South West Khasi Hills Man Accused of Murdering Sister
South West Khasi Hills villagers caught Bailing Wahlang after he allegedly killed his sister, Snity Wahlang, during a property dispute on Tuesday.
Walrik Marak • 16 Jul 2026
Manhunt underway after fatal stabbing in South West Khasi Hills
Police are searching for a 62-year-old man who allegedly stabbed his sister to death in Pyndenumsaw village on Tuesday morning.
NEWire Desk • 15 Jul 2026
