#Umiam Lake

Meghalaya News Roundup: Cabinet Scraps Cement Firm, Infrastructure Projects Advance

Meghalaya’s cabinet shutters a state-owned cement company as local groups push for environmental action, infrastructure updates, and administrative reform.

Walrik Marak • 14 Oct 2026

Meghalaya Sets New Construction Rules for Riverfronts

Meghalaya introduces new 10-30 meter setback rules for non-urban riverfront construction while maintaining separate 50-meter limits for Umiam Lake.

NEWire Desk • 27 Sep 2026

Taj Umiam Resort construction slated for autumn start

Tata Group expects to start building the five-star Taj Umiam Resort & Spa this September after removing a controversial island from the project site.

NEWire Desk • 26 Jul 2026