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Meghalaya BJP Leaders Descend on Delhi Amid Political Uncertainty

Senior Meghalaya BJP leaders are in Delhi, fueling rumors of a power shift following Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma’s meeting with Amit Shah.

Walrik Marak • 8 Sep 2026

Eight Meghalaya MLAs Eye BJP Jump as Coalition Tensions Boil

Eight UDP legislators await a green light from BJP leadership to defect, a move that could shift power in the Meghalaya coalition this month.

Walrik Marak • 8 Sep 2026

Martle Mukhim Warns Regional Politics in Meghalaya Is Collapsing

Veteran leader Martle Mukhim claims Meghalaya's regional politics are dying as local parties succumb to national influence and internal betrayal.

NEWire Desk • 7 Sep 2026

Paul Lyngdoh Warns of Mass Defections from UDP to BJP

West Shillong MLA Paul Lyngdoh says the United Democratic Party faces a potential collapse as legislators pursue direct links with national BJP leaders.

NEWire Desk • 7 Sep 2026

Sohiong friction fuels potential UDP exodus to BJP

Discontent over development projects in Sohiong has sparked talks of a major political realignment among nine UDP legislators eyeing a shift to the BJP.

Walrik Marak • 7 Sep 2026

Former UDP leader Jemino Mawthoh to join BJP

Jemino Mawthoh will join the BJP on September 12 after 15 months of political silence to help bridge the gap between Meghalaya and the central government.

NEWire Desk • 6 Sep 2026

UDP Legislators Negotiate With BJP as Meghalaya Alliance Tensions Rise

Nine UDP MLAs are in talks with the BJP, sparking questions on whether a formal merger is looming or if it serves as leverage against the NPP-led state.

Walrik Marak • 4 Sep 2026

Rumors swirl as BJP eyes shift in Meghalaya politics

Political friction in Meghalaya sparks rumors of a BJP-led realignment as opposition leader Mukul Sangma flags potential threats to regional stability.

NEWire Desk • 3 Sep 2026

Meghalaya BJP Keeps Door Open for Nine UDP Legislators

The Meghalaya BJP remains coy about potential defections of nine UDP MLAs following their reported meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

NEWire Desk • 2 Sep 2026

Mukul Sangma Dismisses Talk of TMC Lawmakers Joining BJP

Opposition leader Mukul Sangma denies TMC MLAs are defecting to the BJP amid rumors of shifts involving United Democratic Party members in Meghalaya.

NEWire Desk • 1 Sep 2026

BJP Central Command Weighs Possible UDP Defection in Meghalaya

Reports of nine UDP MLAs joining the BJP have sparked a political standoff, with the UDP denying defections as the BJP central leadership weighs options.

Walrik Marak • 1 Sep 2026

Meghalaya Political Shakeup: Nine UDP MLAs Linked to BJP Switch

Nine UDP MLAs may jump to the BJP as party leader Metbah Lyngdoh reaches Delhi. The move could reshape Meghalaya politics ahead of 2028 elections.

Walrik Marak • 31 Aug 2026

Meghalaya Political Shakeup: BJP Eyes Absorption of Regional Allies

Nine UDP legislators are reportedly in talks with Amit Shah, sparking fears of a BJP takeover while the TMC denies any plans to join the national party.

NEWire Desk • 30 Aug 2026

UDP Lawmaker Demands Physical Border Pillars and Clarity on Disputed Meghalaya Sectors

Legislator Mayralborn Syiem presses for physical boundary demarcation and service delivery in disputed areas between Meghalaya and Assam.

NEWire Desk • 26 Aug 2026

Paul Lyngdoh Backs Shillong Hawker Relocation Strategy

Former minister Paul Lyngdoh supports clearing Shillong streets of hawkers, citing the need for balance between public access and merchant livelihoods.

Walrik Marak • 24 Aug 2026

UDP leaders scramble to patch internal rifts before by-election

Meghalaya's UDP calls an emergency meeting to calm internal dissent, address a rift with the HSPDP, and secure its future before the Shillong by-election.

NEWire Desk • 20 Aug 2026

UDP to Review HSPDP Alliance After Shillong Bypoll

The UDP plans to reassess its partnership with the HSPDP after the upcoming by-election while pushing for changes to the proposed FCRA amendments.

NEWire Desk • 19 Aug 2026

UDP Demands Changes to FCRA Amendment Bill to Protect Church Assets

Meghalaya's UDP pushes to reform the FCRA Amendment Act, 2026, fearing the new rules will cripple essential social services and minority institutions.

NEWire Desk • 5 Aug 2026

UDP Urges Action as Meghalaya Farmers Face Market Price Collapse

Titosstarwell Chyne wants the state to enforce the 2020 Agri Marketing Act to stop farmers from dumping unsold crops due to crashing vegetable prices.

NEWire Desk • 24 Jul 2026