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Resubelpara, April 8: Justice (Retd) B P Katakey visited Resubelpara in Nofth Garo Hills (NGH) on Wednesday to meet officials of the district administrations North, East and South Garo Hills on issue of illegal coal mining. The meeting was held at the office of the Deputy Commissioner, NGH and was attended by the DC's, SP's and state officials Naba Bhattacharjee (technical advisor - GOM) and director of minimg MB Tomper. The primary focus of his visit and meeting with the district officials wa ...Read More >
Meghalaya has partnered with Starlink India to pilot satellite-based internet in its remote hill regions, aiming to improve connectivity in education, healthcare, and disaster management. This initiative seeks to overcome the challenges posed by the state's rugged terrain, which makes traditional telecom infrastructure difficult and expensive to deploy. The pilot will assess the technology's reliability for a potential wider rollout. The Meghalaya government signed a Letter of Intent with Starl ...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 orde ...Read More >
SHILLONG, April 1: The Government of Meghalaya on Wednesday signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) with Starlink India to enhance digital connectivity across the state, with Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma witnessing the signing ceremony via video conference. The agreement aims to expand connectivity, particularly in remote and underserved areas, and aligns with the state's vision of achieving a $10 billion economy by 2028, with digital infrastructure identified as a key driver of inclusive growth. T ...Read More >
Starlink in Meghalaya: The Government of Meghalaya has gone ahead and signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Elon Musk-owned Starlink to amp up internet connectivity throughout the state, with remote and rough terrain areas in focus. Meghalaya's CM Conard K. Sangma shared the development through a social media post, and this step marks an important milestone when it comes to connectivity across the state, especially in places that have a connectivity gap. ALSO READ: Blinkit Mumbai Airp ...Read More >
Shillong (Meghalaya) [India], April 1 (ANI): The Government of Meghalaya has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Starlink India to enhance internet connectivity across the state, particularly in remote and difficult terrains. Sharing the development in a social media post, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said the agreement marks a significant step towards bridging connectivity gaps in the region. Also Read | War Lockdown Notice PDF Goes Viral on WhatsApp; It Is an April Fools' Day H ...Read More >
Shillong (Meghalaya) [India], April 1 (ANI): The Government of Meghalaya has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Starlink India to enhance internet connectivity across the state, particularly in remote and difficult terrains. Sharing the development in a social media post, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said the agreement marks a significant step towards bridging connectivity gaps in the region. "Glad to witness the MoU Signing between Government of Meghalaya and Starlink India. Ov ...Read More >
Thailand is set to launch direct charter flights to Meghalaya by December 2025, marking a major milestone in strengthening tourism and cultural ties between the two regions. The initiative is expected to significantly boost travel between Thailand and India's Northeast, enabling Thai tourists to experience Meghalaya's breathtaking landscapes and vibrant traditions with ease. The announcement followed a Tourism Promotion event held on October 14, 2025, in Shillong, jointly organised by the Emerg ...Read More >
Shillong, Oct 17: The Manipuri Elders' Consortium Shillong (MECS) dismissed the clarification from Manipur departments that the structure of the Manipur Rajbari, also known as the Red Lands, was in a dilapidated state, leading to its demolition. In a statement issued here on Friday, MECS president TS Leima said that the caretaker's family had been residing in the same bungalow until a few days ago. Mentioning their visit to the bungalow on September 7, she said that the MECS members inspected ...Read More >
New Delhi: Compared with last year, murders rose by 4% this year between Jan and June, according to Delhi Police, though the crime data for the period showed that overall, there was a decrease of 8.4% in criminal cases.The data listed 250 murders in the current year, marking a slight increase compared with the 241 murders in the first six months of the previous year. A senior officer disclosed that the majority of this year's murders were unpremeditated, spur-of-the-moment actions, triggered by ...Read More >
SHILLONG, July 12: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has lauded the progress made in Meghalaya's health sector, particularly highlighting the significant decline in the Maternal Mortality Rate as a strong indicator of real, on-ground transformation. During her visit to Laitkynsew village in East Khasi Hills, the Union minister interacted with women from Self-Help Groups (SHGs), Lakhpati Didis, and members of Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs). She underscored the vital role that SHGs ...Read More >
ahmedabad, India - A preliminary report into the tragic crash of Air India flight AI171 has revealed that all crew members were deemed fit to operate the flight after being breathalysed upon arrival at Ahmedabad airport. The inquiry is now intensely focused on retrieved engine components, with investigators identifying "components of interest for further examinations." The aircraft,en route to Ahmedabad,began losing altitude before crossing the airport perimeter wall. While no significant b ...Read More >
Tura, July 12: The iconic Durand Cup trophy arrived in Tura on Friday as part of the ongoing roadshow for the 134th edition of Asia's oldest football tournament. The event, organised by the Indian Armed Forces in collaboration with the Government of Meghalaya, aimed to celebrate the tournament's rich legacy and boost excitement ahead of the matches. The roadshow commenced from the P.A. Sangma Stadium in Dakopgre and passed through key areas of the town including Nazing Bazar, Araimile, Tetengk ...Read More >
Shillong (Meghalaya) [India], July 12 (ANI): Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday visited Laitkynsew Village, East Khasi Hills district and interacted with Women SHGs and Lakhpati Didis, and Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs). During her visit, she expressed her deep appreciation for the Government of Meghalaya dedicated efforts in implementing Central and State schemes across the state. She emphasised the importance of inclusive development and grassro ...Read More >
Mumbai : The spirit of football came alive in the capital city of Shillong as the three magnificent trophies of the 134th IndianOil Durand Cup were proudly showcased at the State Convention Centre. As Meghalaya once again joins the roster of host states, for one of the world's oldest football tournaments, the trophy roadshow signals not just the start of a celebrated sports event, but a reaffirmation of the State's bold strides toward becoming India's next sports destination. The trophies will ...Read More >
Shillong, Jul 9 (PTI) Meghalaya Chief Minister Shri Conrad K Sangma on Wednesday unveiled the trophy of the 134th Indian Oil Durand Cup 2025 at a ceremony held at the State Convention Centre here, marking the official start of the tournament's trophy roadshow in the state. The unveiling sets the stage for one of the world's oldest and most prestigious football tournaments and reinforces Meghalaya's growing stature as a hub for sports-led youth development. The trophy roadshow will cover Shillo ...Read More >
Jaipur: Senior Congress leader and former chief minister Ashok Gehlot criticised the Bhajan Lal Sharma-led BJP govt in Rajasthan, accusing it of surrendering to the sand mafia and failing to uphold law and order in the state. Speaking on the birth anniversary of senior Congress leader Late Girija Vyas at PCC Tuesday, Gehlot said, "The sand mafia has completely taken over. Sand prices are skyrocketing, and the common man can't even afford to build a home. During our tenure, we faced challenges to ...Read More >
Shillong, July 8: In a significant push to elevate shooting sports in Meghalaya, a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on Monday between the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI), the Shooting Association of Meghalaya, and the Sports Department of the Government of Meghalaya. The agreement was formalised in the presence of Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma and NRAI President Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo, paving the way for the development of state-of-the-art shooting infras ...Read More >
Shillong (Meghalaya) [India], July 8 (ANI): In a step towards developing sports in the Northeast region, the Meghalaya Sports Department signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Tuesday with Secretary General of the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI), K Sultan Singh, and President of the Shooting Association of Meghalaya, John F Kharshiin, according to an official statement. The signing ceremony took place in presence of Meghalaya's Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma, the President of ...Read More >
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