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Khasi Students Union Plans Protests After Government Ignores Ultimatum

18 Aug 2026

The KSU will launch statewide protests Wednesday after the Meghalaya government ignored a 15-day ultimatum regarding five key demands.

Congress Shakes Up Meghalaya Leadership to Recover Lost Ground

18 Aug 2026

Congress revamps its Meghalaya unit, appointing Vincent Pala and new leaders to rebuild after losing all seats in the 60-member state assembly.

Rebecca V. Suchiang, First Indigenous Meghalaya Chief Secretary, Dies at 64

18 Aug 2026

Rebecca V. Suchiang, Meghalaya's first indigenous woman Chief Secretary, has died at 64 following a two-year battle with cancer.

Meghalaya Lifts Ban on Sting Energy Drink After Inquiry

17 Aug 2026

Meghalaya ended its temporary ban on Sting energy drinks after an inquiry found no link between the product and a student's death.

Meghalaya Opens Sustainable Eco-Tourism Projects and Archaeological Museum

17 Aug 2026

Meghalaya has launched the Pine Home project and an open-air museum to boost community-led tourism while preserving indigenous Khasi heritage and culture.

NEHU Shillong Hiring Researchers for 2026 Soil Project

17 Aug 2026

North-Eastern Hill University seeks applicants for two project roles by August 29, 2026, to study soil bacteria and biofertilizers in Meghalaya.

Meghalaya Starts Work on Major Road Project to Boost Remote Khasi Hills

17 Aug 2026

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.

Overcrowding Crisis Plagues Meghalaya District Jails

17 Aug 2026

Meghalaya's jails are packed, housing 1,406 inmates in spaces built for 860. Officials warn the congestion hampers prisoner rehabilitation efforts.

Mission Nethralaya Hits 1.5 Lakh Screenings Milestone

17 Aug 2026

Mission Nethralaya has screened 150,000 people across Meghalaya, providing free eye care, glasses, and surgery to those in remote, underserved areas.

Meghalaya Aims for Rs 1.35 Lakh Crore Economy by 2032

17 Aug 2026

Meghalaya targets a Rs 1.35 lakh crore economy by 2032 through major infrastructure, tourism, and agriculture projects outlined by Thomas A. Sangma.