Meghalaya

Meghalaya booked their place in the final round of the Senior Men’s National Football Championship for the Santosh Trophy 2025–26 with a tense 2–1 win over Arunachal Pradesh in their final Group E match on December 23.The victory was non-negotiable. Meghalaya had to win and score at least twice to advance, and they delivered under pressure in front of a packed SSA Stadium, though not without anxious moments. The victory was non-negotiable. Meghalaya had to win and score at least twice to advance, and they delivered under pressure in front of a packed SSA Stadium, though not without anxious moments. Second-half substitute Shano Tariang broke the deadlock in the 67th minute, heading home just four minutes after coming on. Apborlang Kurbah doubled the advantage in the 74th minute with a d...

On Tuesday, Meghalaya Governor C.H. Vijayashankar visited the Cathedral Church in Laitumkhrah, Shillong, to extend Christmas greetings to the state's residents. The church choir performed Christmas hymns during his visit, and Barnabas Nangbah of the Catholic Association of Shillong expressed gratitude to the Governor for his presence and well-wishes for the Christian community. The Governor commended the church and praised the choir members for their performance. The Cathedral, which frequently welcomes dignitaries, made special arrangements for this occasion. Additionally, on Sunday, the Assam Regimental Centre carol team, along with their Commandant and Officers, presented carols at Lok Bhavan in Shillong, emphasizing themes of peace and harmony during Christmas. Simultaneously, Chief M...

The Meghalaya Football Association (MFA) marked a major milestone on Sunday evening as it completed 50 years of service to the game. The golden jubilee celebrations began with an awards night in Shillong, where footballers who represented India at different levels were honoured for their contributions. Founded in 1976, the association used the occasion to recognise past and present players, coaches, referees and officials whose work helped Meghalaya gain respect on the national and international football stage. The event held on December 22 was the first of several programmes planned over the coming year to mark the association’s 50-year journey. Sports and Youth Affairs Minister Wailadmiki Shylla attended the function as chief guest. He was joined by legislators, senior government offici...

A total of 20 candidates were selected following three rigorous rounds of interviews at the first campus recruitment drive conducted by the Jio World Convention Centre (JWCC), Mumbai, in collaboration with the Emporium Skills Training Institute (ESTI-Shillong) and the Don Bosco Youth Centre (DBYC), Laitumkhrah. The event saw 111 candidates from across Meghalaya participate, with offer letters issued on the spot-a rare and encouraging outcome for first-time campus recruitment participants. It is pertinent to note that the JWCC is noted as one of Asia's largest and most prestigious integrated convention, hospitality and retail destinations.The selected candidates have been offered competitive salary packages along with comprehensive benefits, including accommodation, daily transportation...

Residents of the Motphran area have expressed deep disappointment and concern over the lack of government initiative to beautify their locality, despite repeated appeals made in the past. Sharing her views, Suzuki Pariat, a resident of the Mophron area, said the exclusion of Motphran from city beautification efforts has left many locals feeling neglected and disheartened. Pariat recalled that areas such as Police Bazaar and Laitumukhra were beautifully decorated, which made residents of Motphran question why their locality was “left out like that.” She said the sense of neglect has affected not just her but many people in her community, leaving them “very depressed.” According to Pariat, residents had last year submitted a letter highlighting their concerns, which was signed by respect...

The banned militant organisation Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) has escalated its confrontation with Voice of the People Party, cautioning party president Ardent M Basaiawmoit against what it described as overreach in matters linked to indigenous governance.The warning follows Basaiawmoit’s recent criticism of the group’s involvement in the functioning of the Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council, particularly over the prolonged delay in issuing the appointment to the Syiem of Hima Sohra. The HNLC has maintained that the delay is politically motivated and linked to the role of the KHADC’s acting chief executive, whom it alleges is aligned with the VPP. In a statement issued on December 22, the group’s general secretary asserted that the organisation stood by its inter...

This Christmas marked a rare and meaningful moment in Meghalaya’s political landscape as the Bharatiya Janata Party celebrated the festival at its Shillong office for the first time in the state’s history. The office, usually a hub of political activity, took on a warmer, more human tone as party leaders and workers came together to mark the occasion. What made the celebration truly significant was the message behind it. Chicken was served for lunch, followed by fish fingers later in the day — a simple yet powerful gesture in a state where food is closely tied to culture and identity. The act directly addressed long-standing fears that the BJP’s presence could interfere with local food habits or religious practices. The BJP Meghalaya State President said the programme was held with ...

Meghalaya regional party, United Democratic Party (UDP) has urged to the state government to make efforts to revive peace negotiations with the proscribed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC), while underlining the importance of peace and security in the state. The appeal comes in the wake of an IED explosion at the Dhar Construction Company camp near Shymplong village in East Jaintia Hills district on December 15. The blast, which damaged a water tanker but caused no casualties or injuries, has been linked to the HNLC, raising alarms about the outfit’s attempts to reassert its influence. UDP general secretary Titosstarwell Chyne, while speaking to mediapersons on Monday, recalled that the proscribed outfit had earlier engaged in peace talks, with some initial headway made. “...

Two Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers have been promoted and posted as Deputy Commissioners in Meghalaya, while another senior officer has been promoted and allowed to continue in her present posting, as per notifications issued on December 19, 2025 by the Personnel and Administrative Reforms Department. On promotion, Anendya Raajsshre, IAS (RR: 2022), earlier serving as Sub-Divisional Officer, Amlarem (Civil) Sub-Division, has been posted as Deputy Commissioner of South West Garo Hills district, Ampati. Manish Kumar, IAS (RR: 2022), previously Sub- Divisional Officer (Sadar), East Jaintia Hills district, along with responsibilities as Member Secretary, District Selection Committee, and Additional Project Director, DRDA, has been posted as Deputy Commissioner of East Jain...

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Friday said his government was spending Rs 3,914.51 crore to develop 254 tourism infrastructure projects in the state. He made the statement at an event where the government handed over a plot adjacent to the scenic Umiam Lake to the Indian Hotels Company Ltd (IHCL) for a 5-star resort, estimated to cost Rs 330 crore. The Tata Group-owned IHCL will construct the Taj Umiam Resort & Spa on the land, in what officials described as the state's largest hospitality investment. Besides, IHCL, Lemon Tree and other groups are also setting up high-end luxury hotels in Meghalaya looking at the booming tourism sector.