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Tura, July 13: The Meghalaya Taekwondo Association (MTA) has begun preparations in full swing for the 39th National Games 2027, which will be hosted by the state. In this regard, the association convened a crucial General Body meeting on Saturday at Ringregittim in Tura.The meeting was attended by executive members representing various districts, including West Garo Hills, East Garo Hills, North Garo Hills, West Jaintia Hills, and East Khasi Hills. During the session, members engaged in detailed discussions on the selection process, including the age and weight categories, and the number of athletes to be shortlisted at both district and state levels. In an official statement, the Association informed that Training-cum-Selection Trials have already commenced in some districts. The trials will continue across the state and are expected to conclude between July and September 2025, covering all Taekwondo disciplines. With the countdown to the National Games underway, the MTA is focused on identifying and grooming top talent to represent Meghalaya on the national stage. The upcoming months will be crucial for the Meghalaya Taekwondo Association as it seeks to build a formidable squad capable of competing at the highest level during the 39th National Games. With the event set to be hosted in the state, the pressure and excitement of performing on home soil adds further motivation for athletes and coaches alike. The Association's emphasis on grassroots development, transparent selection procedures, and early training initiatives reflects its commitment to excellence. Beyond preparing athletes for the Games, the MTA also aims to foster a culture of discipline, fitness, and sportsmanship among the youth across Meghalaya.
Shillong, Jul 15 (PTI) The Border Security Force (BSF) has apprehended 26 Bangladeshis near the international border in Meghalaya's West Garo Hills district for entering India "without valid documents", officials said on Tuesday. Four persons were also nabbed for facilitating the illegal entry of the Bangladeshi nationals, they said. Acting on specific intelligence inputs, personnel of the 22nd Battalion intercepted three vehicles, travelling from Purakhasia to Barengapara along the state highway-12 near Matchokpara on Monday, an official said. "During checking, it was found that the Bangla ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare & Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday inaugurated the 11th edition of the India Maize Summit, organized by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) in association with (IIMR) Indian Institute of Maize Research. Speaking at event, Chouhan emphasized that 'Farmers' sewa is our mool mantra,' reaffirming the government's commitment to farmer-centric policies. He outlined a multi-pronged strategy to boost maize production, and increase farmer incomes, while ensuring environme ...Read More >
Chennai: Preliminary investigations attribute the fire on the goods train near Tiruvallur to a possible spark from overhead electrical equipment (OHE) igniting fuel leaking from a derailed wagon.The incident paralysed services on the busy Chennai-Arakkonam route and left nearby residents engulfed in thick black smoke. The disruption left thousands of rail passengers stranded, many of whom were unable to get updates as railway helplines went unanswered for hours. The train carrying diesel from Chennai Harbour to Walajah Road Siding was exiting Tiruvallur station around 5.30am on Sunday, when a ...Read More >
MBOSE SSLC Toppers List 2026: Here is the list of students who scored perfect 100 per cent marks. MBOSE SSLC Class 10 Toppers 2026: The Meghalaya Board of School Education (MBOSE) has released the list of highest scorers across subjects for the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) Examination 2026, with several students securing full marks in key subjects, including Mathematics, Science and Technology, and Computer Science. In Mathematics, 16 students achieved a perfect score of 100 mark ...Read More >
Shillong: The Meghalaya Board of School Education (MBOSE) recorded an overall pass percentage of 86.84% in the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) Examination held from Jan 30 to Feb 11. Results were declared on Tuesday.Of the 48,623 candidates who appeared, 42,228 passed. Boys registered a pass percentage of 94.14%, while 92.88% of girls cleared the exams. Last year, the pass percentage stood at 87.10%."The joint efforts of all stakeholders -- students, educators, district administration, education department, and parents -- have ensured the successful conduct of the examination," MBO ...Read More >
Shillong, April 1: Excitement among Meghalaya's passionate football fans will reach new heights with the start of the fifth edition of the Meghalaya State League (MSL 5), which is set to begin on April 11. This year's iteration will be the biggest in the history of the statewide football tournament, with 33 eligible teams divided among eight groups scheduled to contest the first stage. The number of teams is still provisional, however, as all must complete the pre-tournament formalities in order to compete. The MSL was conceptualised by the Meghalaya Football Association (MFA) and has been f ...Read More >
SHILLONG, Sep 13: Meghalaya has recorded a grim tally of 529 deaths caused by reckless and drunken driving between 2021 and 2025, according to official figures tabled in the Assembly. The data shows that reckless driving alone claimed 474 lives, while drunken driving accounted for 55 fatalities during this five-year span. The district-wise breakdown reflects disturbing trends, with East Khasi Hills leading with 94 deaths from reckless driving, followed closely by West Garo Hills with 91 fatalities. Ri-Bhoi also emerged as a high-risk zone, reporting 109 deaths, including 28 in 2022 and 24 in ...Read More >
Shillong, Feb 24 (SocialNews.XYZ) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Tuesday rejected allegations of a lack of transparency in the implementation of the Chief Minister's Special Development Fund (CMSDF), asserting that the scheme is driven purely by public need and has reached nearly every corner of the state. Replying to a cut motion during the ongoing Budget Session of the Assembly, Sangma acknowledged the concerns raised by MLAs but emphasised that the CMSDF operates in the spirit of openness and democratic accessibility. "In a large democratic system, we want to remain open and ...Read More >
Shillong, July 13: Two major sporting events in Meghalaya concluded successfully on Saturday, celebrating the talent and enthusiasm of young athletes from across the state. The 4th Meghalaya Speed Skating Championship 2025 was organised by the Meghalaya Roller Skating Association in collaboration with St. Anthony's Higher Secondary School. The event saw participation from over 150 skaters representing various districts, making it one of the largest skating events in the region.Alongside, the 1st Sub-Junior and 2nd Senior Roll Ball Championship 2025 was conducted by the Meghalaya Roll Ball Ass ...Read More >
Bhopal, July 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav's seven-day foreign visits to Dubai and Spain concluded on Saturday, and he is scheduled to return to New Delhi on Sunday, government officials said. Talking to media in Barcelona in Spain on Saturday, Chief Minister Yadav said that his visit has been successful as various memorandums of understanding were signed with investors to increase production, employment opportunity and farmers' income in the state. Speaking at the conclusion of his visit, the Chief Minister highlighted the state's focused efforts on developme ...Read More >
Shillong, April 7: The Meghalaya Board of School Education (MBOSE) on Tuesday declared the results of the Class 12 examinations, recording an overall pass percentage of 86.84, slightly lower than last year's 87.10 per cent, officials said. Out of 48,623 candidates who appeared for the examination, a total of 42,228 students successfully cleared it. Gender-wise performance remained strong, with boys registering a pass percentage of 94.14, while 92.88 per cent of girls cleared the examination. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma congratulated the successful candidates and toppers, stating on micro ...Read More >
SHILLONG, April 2: Meghalaya has secured a total of eight medals at the inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games 2026 being held in Chhattisgarh, according to a press release issued by the Department of Sports and Youth Affairs on April 2. The state has won two gold medals in archery and six bronze medals across athletics, swimming, wrestling and weightlifting events. Meghalaya is currently placed 12th in the overall medal tally. The two gold medals were won in archery under the compound women team and compound men team events.In athletics, Bethlyne G. Makri of Ri-Bhoi district won bronze in the 1 ...Read More >
Puri (Odisha) [India], July 14 (ANI): Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik created a sand art at Puri beach on Sunday. He crafted a sand idol of Lord Shiva to mark the first Monday of the auspicious Sawan month. Sudarsan Pattnaik said, The entire nation is devotional for the first Shravan Somvaar. We have made Lord Shiv 6-feet high sculpture... In Puri Jagannath Dham, there is a temple of Lord Loknath, and here also, many devotees have arrived. As an artist, I am praying to God to bless us with strength, peace and devotion. This year, Sawan began on July 11 and will conclude on August 9. I ...Read More >
Noida, Jul 4 (PTI) Police arrested three accused on Friday night for allegedly 'digitally arresting' a elderly woman advocate living in the Gautam Buddha Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh and defrauding her of more than Rs 3.29 crore, an official said. According to an official of the Cyber Crime Police Station, Hemantika Vahi, in her complaint filed on Tuesday, alleged that on June 10, she received a phone call where the caller informed that that four bank accounts had been opened using her Aadhaar card and a case had been filed in this regard. The caller told her that the money found in these ...Read More >
Officials are confident that the exposure and experience gained through the trials will translate into a competitive edge at the Games. "We are committed to not only participating but also excelling at the national level," said JF Kharshiing, President of the Shooting Association of Meghalaya. "Our strategic focus is on identifying and nurturing talent from a young age, and with our continuous investment in training and infrastructure, we aim to dominate the shooting events at the 39th National ...Read More >
Shillong, Apr 6 (PTI) The body of a woman, who had been missing since last month, was found stuffed in a sack and dumped in a stream near Nongrah here on Monday, police said. The body was discovered by locals, who alerted police. East Khasi Hills SP Vivek Syiem said the deceased is believed to be the woman who had been reported missing since March 20. The victim was a resident of Shillong and originally hailed from Meghalaya's West Jaintia Hills district, he said. Family members later arrived ...Read More >
SHILLONG, July 4: The North Eastern Council (NEC) released a total of Rs 9.14 crore to the Meghalaya government last month to support various developmental sectors. In a statement, the NEC said the funds were allocated for projects related to road connectivity, tourism infrastructure, cultural infrastructure, and the development of deprived areas. The Council reaffirmed its commitment to the timely disbursement of funds to ensure the smooth and effective implementation of development projects in the state. Among the projects supported, Rs 3.21 crore was sanctioned for the construction of an ...Read More >