Meghalaya

The foundation for a Rs 7.18 crore Fruit Dehydration Unit in Songsak in East Garo Hills was set by Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, marking a major step in the transformation of Meghalaya's agro-processing industry. "The Meghalaya Basin Management Agency (MBMA), Government of Meghalaya, is providing funding for this facility, which is being developed under a Community Public-Private Partnership (CPPP) model," the Chief Minister said during the ceremony. ABRI FPO Multipurpose Cooperative Society Ltd. will be in charge of overseeing the high-capacity unit. It is anticipated to generate 886 metric tonnes of dehydrated fruit products yearly, with the capacity to process 7,400 metric tonnes of fresh fruits annually. The Chief Minister highlighted the initiative's potential to empower local ...

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A six-wheeled truck fell into a gorge close to Chitoktak on National Highway 217B, near Tura, while en route to Guwahati after delivering goods at Garobada.The incident took place at approximately 9:30 pm, but was mitigated by large PHE water supply pipes.The cause remains unclear, and this event has heightened concerns regarding the rising number of speeding heavy vehicles along the Rongkon–Chitoktak–Chandmari section of NH 217B.Residents have called on authorities to implement stricter speed regulations at night, install warning signs, and increase patrolling efforts to avert future accidents.

Aneesh M. Sangma of the Tura Motor Sports Club (TMSC) clinched first place in the Gypsy Class (Group F) at a prestigious national rally event governed by the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI)—the apex body of Indian motorsport and organizer of the Indian National Rally Championship (INRC). Racing under car number 62, Aneesh, along with his co-driver Dinky Varghese of Coimbatore, delivered an electrifying performance across two days of competitive stages: Day 1 Timing: 01:07:46.000, Day 2 Timing: 00:33:30.700. Their flawless execution and driving consistency propelled them to the top of the podium, marking a historic first for Meghalaya and significantly raising the profile of Tura and the Garo Hills region in the national motorsport arena.

Meghalaya’s capital Shillong once again etched its name on the national football map as it hosted the 134th edition of the Indian Oil Durand Cup for the second consecutive year. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma inaugurated the historic tournament on Saturday at the newly upgraded Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. In a thrilling opener, local favourites Shillong Lajong FC crushed Malaysian Armed Forces 6-0 in a Group E clash. The stadium buzzed with energy as traditional cultural performances, military demonstrations, and musical acts set the tone for the tournament, Asia’s oldest football competition. CM Sangma, expressing pride in Meghalaya’s football legacy, thanked the Indian Armed Forces for entrusting Shillong as a host city once again. “It reflects the football culture and passion of ou...

A teacher’s 400-time squatting punishment has injured a student from the city. The incident was at a coaching centre for the National Defence Academy entrance in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. The student, who was hospitalised after the incident, is under medication and bedridden at home. The parents filed an FIR seeking action. According to the FIR lodged on July 14 with the Officer-in-Charge, Laban Police Station, here, the 18-year-old Varghav Barman was undergoing coaching in Centurion Defence Academy, Ballupur Chowk, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, in preparation for entrance exams. On July 4, Barman was made to do squats for 400 times as he was found talking in the classroom by one faculty member of the Academy identified as Jay who teaches mathematics to the students, The next day on July 5, ...

Raising alarm over possible demographic changes in Meghalaya due to ongoing eviction drives in neighbouring Assam, Member of Parliament Ricky Syngkon of the Voice of the People Party (VPP) has urged Union Home Minister Amit Shah to implement the Inner Line Permit (ILP) in the state. The demand, rooted in long-standing concerns of the indigenous people, was reiterated during a meeting in New Delhi on Friday. MP Syngkon expressed deep concern over a potential influx of undocumented settlers into Meghalaya’s border districts, particularly those adjacent to Assam and Bangladesh. "The unchecked migration into Meghalaya threatens the cultural identity, land ownership, and economic stability of the tribal population," Syngkon warned, pressing the Centre for urgent action. He highlighted that nei...

The state government plans to build a new bridge below the Umiam Dam by the end of 2025, providing relief for heavy vehicles. Currently, buses and trucks are prohibited from using the dam due to strengthening work. The government has installed CCTV surveillance and deployed security personnel to prevent violations. The bridge will serve as a bypass, reducing pressure on the dam.

The High Court of Meghalaya has called for accountability after 4,000 metric tonnes of illegally mined coal vanished from two coal depots in Rajaju and Diengngan villages. The court has asked authorities to identify the individuals or officials responsible for allowing the coal's disappearance. The 31st interim report submitted by the Justice BP Katakey Committee, monitoring coal mining and transportation issues in the state, revealed that only 2.5 MT of coal was found at Diengngan and 8 MT at Rajaju. The court has directed the state to take urgent action to trace those responsible and ensure officials under whose watch the lapse occurred are held accountable. The court has scheduled a further hearing on August 25.

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, on July 25, inaugurated the True North Center at Lapalang, one of the largest initiatives under the CM ELEVATE program, sanctioned with Rs 1 crore. During the event, the chief minister lauded entrepreneurs for their achievements. "Entrepreneurs like Gary, who chase their dreams with relentless determination, continue to inspire us," he wrote on his official X handle, Further, he celebrated programs like CM ELEVATE and PRIME Meghalaya for "empowering such individuals to turn their vision into reality." The Meghalaya chief minister expressed his admiration for the quality infrastructure at the True North Center, highlighting the immense potential of the sports economy. "We want to see more of our youth and entrepreneurs tapping into this space,"...