The Meghalaya government has announced that all street vendors operating in Khyndai Lad and surrounding areas will be relocated to designated vending zones before July 22, in accordance with the recent Meghalaya High Court directive. Government spokesperson and Cabinet Minister

Superintendent of Police (City), Herbert Kharkongor, has informed that a report on the alleged assault of a youth inside the Sohra police lock-up will be submitted within a week. He said that further action will be taken in accordance with the law based on the findings of the

In a suspected case of arson, two auto-rickshaws were set on fire by unidentified miscreants in Matnum village, Ri Bhoi district, during the early hours of Tuesday. The incident occurred around 2 AM at a local auto parking area. One of the rickshaws, owned by Robertson Marwein,

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will be on a four-day visit to Meghalaya from July 10 to 13, during which she will take part in key public engagements and inaugurate government-backed infrastructure projects. During her visit, Sitharaman will inaugurate the newly

Beginning August 1, private vehicles will no longer be allowed to park randomly on city streets, and must instead use designated parking spaces identified by the government, warned Deputy Chief Minister Sniawbhalang Dhar, who also heads the Urban Affairs Department. Speaking on

In a major push to enhance high-end tourism infrastructure, the Meghalaya government has unveiled plans to develop glamping sites and luxury accommodations at key destinations including Sohra and Umiam, along with a 4-star hotel in Tura. Tourism Minister Paul Lyngdoh, while

Even as the situation in the disputed border area of Lapangap in West Jaintia Hills remains peaceful, both the Meghalaya and Assam governments have deployed police personnel on either side of the border to maintain law and order. Speaking to reporters, Meghalaya Deputy Chief

Football fever gripped Meghalaya as the trophies of the 134th IndianOil Durand Cup were unveiled at the State Convention Centre, marking the start of a trophy roadshow through Shillong, Nongstoin, and Tura. The event was graced by Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, Sports Minister

In a significant legal reform move, the Meghalaya government has approved the implementation of three new criminal laws passed by the Centre — the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 —

The Meghalaya government has decided to do away with interviews for all Group D government posts across departments, starting from September 2025. Announcing the decision after the Cabinet meeting, Government spokesperson and Minister Paul Lyngdoh said the move follows

In a historic move after 52 years, the Shillong Cantonment Board (SCB) has finally approved a draft building bylaw for construction within defence lands, bringing it in line with existing regulations followed in municipal areas governed by the state government. South Shillong

A recent surge in robbery and theft cases involving passengers in taxis across Shillong has alarmed the public and sparked concern among genuine taxi drivers, many of whom now fear being wrongly suspected of criminal activity. Reports of passengers being robbed or having their

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday formally inaugurated the long-awaited Polo Shopping Complex in Shillong — a project envisioned over a decade ago by former Chief Minister Dr. Mukul Sangma, who had once likened it to a "Times Square" for Polo. The foundation

Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman today inaugurated the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) North East Conclave 2025 at IIM Shillong, alongside Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma, Chief Secretary D.P. Wahlang, and other senior

Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman led a high-level stakeholder interaction in Shillong today, engaging directly with entrepreneurs, business leaders, industry bodies, and citizens. The session, held in collaboration with the Department of Financial

In a thoughtful and culturally resonant gesture, Cabinet Minister and senior BJP leader A.L. Hek presented ripe, homegrown jackfruits to Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman during her visit to Meghalaya on Thursday. The jackfruits, handpicked from Hek’s private resort,

The Meghalaya Peoples Human Rights Council (MPHRC) has strongly condemned the alleged custodial assault of 19-year-old Getwin Jyrwa from Mawkisyiem, who was reportedly beaten and tortured by five police personnel at the Sohra Police Station. According to a complaint filed by the

Launched on July 11, 2024, the Hello Meghalaya OTT platform today marks its first anniversary, celebrating a successful year of promoting the vibrant culture, stories, and talent of the state. In just one year, the platform has seen over 3.8 lakh downloads, 2 lakh registrations,

The Court of Judicial Magistrate First Class, presided over by Judge D.K.K. Mihsill, has granted bail to two co-accused in connection with the murder of Raja Raghuvanshi. Assistant Public Prosecutor Tushar Chanda informed that Lokendra Singh Tomar, the owner of the Indore flat

A First Information Report (FIR) has been filed by youth activist Enlang Sawian at Lumdiengjri Police Station on Saturday evening, July 12, 2025, against a man identified as Sushil Guru, who claims to be a ‘pandit’ with 40 years of experience in Tantra, and YouTuber Raghav