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Renowned Khasi scholar and educator Philomena Kharakor dies at 82

5 Jun 2026

Philomena Kharakor, a noted Khasi scholar and former St. Mary's College principal, has died at age 82. She was celebrated for her work in local literature.

Khasi Students Union Stages Protest During Amit Shah's Visit to Shillong

5 Jun 2026

The KSU displayed banners in Shillong calling for an Inner Line Permit and an end to uranium mining during Union Home Minister Amit Shah's visit.

Union Health Minister Inaugurates New Super-Specialty Hospital in Meghalaya

5 Jun 2026

Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda opened a new super-specialty hospital in Meghalaya's Ri-Bhoi district to improve healthcare access in remote regions.

Tourists Report Poor Hygiene and Price Gouging at GS Road Dhabas

5 Jun 2026

Travelers report filthy conditions and aggressive overcharging at roadside eateries along the Guwahati-Shillong Road, prompting calls for official oversight.

Meghalaya Mahila Congress Protests Surging Fuel Prices

5 Jun 2026

The Meghalaya Pradesh Mahila Congress held a protest in Shillong, demanding government action to lower rising petrol and diesel prices affecting families.

Farmers Resume Cultivation in Disputed Lapangap Border Area Under Police Protection

5 Jun 2026

Farmers in Lapangap have returned to their fields under police escort following a breakthrough agreement between Meghalaya and Assam officials.

Meghalaya Congress Files Police Complaint Against YouTuber for Defamation

5 Jun 2026

The Meghalaya Congress party has filed a police complaint against a YouTube channel for making defamatory remarks against party leaders during election season.

Meghalaya Students Press Amit Shah for Policy Reforms During NEC Visit

5 Jun 2026

Khasi Students' Union members displayed banners in Shillong during Amit Shah's visit, calling for an Inner Line Permit and a ban on uranium mining.

Meghalaya Records Significant Decline in Fertility Rates

5 Jun 2026

Meghalaya’s fertility rate has dropped as the state faces a demographic shift marked by fewer births, less teenage pregnancy, and an aging population.

Meghalaya Cricket Association President Addresses Administrative Standoff

5 Jun 2026

MCA President James Sangma says internal disagreements are healthy as the association struggles with unpaid staff and administrative deadlocks.