Meghalaya

The trial in the murder of Indore businessman Raja Raghuvanshi began on November 11, with his brother Vipin Raghuvanshi taking the witness stand as the first prosecution witness before the Court of the Additional Deputy Commissioner (Judicial), Shillong. Raghuvanshi’s wife, Sonam Raghuvanshi, along with her alleged boyfriend Raj Kushwaha and his friends Vishal Singh Chauhan, Aakash Singh Rajput, and Anand Kurmi, have been charged with conspiring and murdering the 30-year-old businessman at a remote spot near Wei Sawdong Falls in Meghalaya’s Sohra earlier this year. All five pleaded not guilty when charges were formally framed on October 28. Special Public Prosecutor KC Gautam said the case rests on strong evidence and a “watertight chargesheet,” adding that around 90 witnesses will be ...

Police in East Khasi Hills are preparing to file a second charge sheet in the murder of Indore businessman Raja Raghuvanshi, who was killed during his honeymoon trip to Sohra in May. Superintendent of Police Vivek Syiem confirmed that the supplementary report will include five names — the victim’s wife, Sonam Raghuvanshi, her partner Raj Kushwaha, and three hired assailants identified as Akash Singh Rajput, Vishal Singh Chauhan, and Anand Kurmi. The charge sheet is being finalised pending forensic results from the Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL) in Hyderabad. Police expect to submit it by the third week of November, ahead of the initial December deadline. Investigators believe they have strong evidence against all the accused but are waiting for the forensic confirmation bef...

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Tuesday expressed deep sorrow over the blast near Red Fort in Delhi, and extended his condolences to the families of those killed and wished for a speedy recovery of the injured persons. "Gravely disturbed by the news of the tragic blast near Red Fort, New Delhi. My thoughts and prayers are with the families who lost their loved ones and with all those injured, wishing them strength and healing," Sangma said in a post on X. A high-intensity explosion ripped through a slow-moving car at a traffic signal near the Red Fort metro station on Monday evening, killing at least nine people and gutting several vehicles, officials said. Twenty people, including two women, were injured in the blast that took place on a busy evening when the area was m...

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Saturday inaugurated the new Meghalaya Public Service Commission (MPSC) office at Dakopgre, Tura, in West Garo Hills, highlighting the facility’s potential to significantly benefit youths in the region by bringing recruitment exams and interviews closer to home. Addressing the gathering, CM Sangma pointed out that candidates from Garo Hills previously had to undertake 10–15 hour overnight journeys to Shillong, often arriving exhausted and having to appear for exams without proper rest. “Many would arrive tired and go straight to the exam hall. With this new facility, students can now give their exams and interviews right here in Tura,” he said, emphasizing the positive impact on candidates’ performance and overall well-being. The Chief Minis...

Meghalaya cricketer Akash Chaudhary, who made headlines after smashing an 11-ball half-century against Arunachal Pradesh in the Ranji Trophy Plate Group match, said it was his coach’s clear message to “go and attack” that gave him full confidence to play his natural game. The 25-year-old batter, known for his aggressive batting style, said the team was preparing to declare their innings when the coach sent a message asking them to score quickly. “We had to declare soon, that’s why the coach told us to attack. That gave me freedom to play my shots,” Akash said while speaking to reporters after the match. “It was a lucky day for me because I was connecting the ball well. My aim is always to give my best. Results will come if we put in the right effort,” he added. Akash’s performance w...

The Department of Economics, North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU), in collaboration with the Society for Pathways to Sustainability (PathS), the Omeo Kumar Das Institute of Social Change and Development (OKDISCD), Guwahati, and the ICSSR–North Eastern Regional Centre, Shillong, inaugurated a two-day International Conference on “Sustainable Development: Theory, Practice, Approach and Policy” today at NEHU, Shillong. The inaugural function, held at Raj Bhavan, was graced by the Governor of Meghalaya, who attended as the Chief Guest. The event brought together eminent scholars, policymakers, and researchers to deliberate on key aspects of sustainability in theory and practice. Following the inaugural session, Prof. A. C. Mohapatra, Retired Professor of Geography, NEHU, delivered the highl...

Meghalaya batter Akash Chaudhary said his record-breaking burst of eight consecutive sixes came from a simple message from his coach — to go out and attack before the team’s declaration. The 25-year-old, who smashed an 11-ball half-century in the Ranji Trophy Plate Group match against Arunachal Pradesh, said the instruction gave him complete freedom to express himself at the crease. “We had to declare quickly, that’s why the coach messaged us to go and attack,” Akash told reporters. “That gave me the licence to play openly. It was a lucky day for me that I got good shots. My intentions are always right — I always give 100% in cricket. The result will come by itself.” Akash added that maintaining integrity and effort is central to how he approaches the game. “I always strive to give my ...

Meghalaya’s Akash Kumar Choudhary on Sunday became the first player to hit eight sixes in a row in First-Class cricket while also recording the fastest half-century in the format, off only 11 deliveries, during a Ranji Trophy Plate Group match against Arunachal Pradesh here.Batting at No. 8, 25-year-old Choudhary achieved the stunning feat on the second day of the match at the CK Pithawala Ground here. He remained not out on 50 off 14 balls, helping Meghalaya declared their first innings at a mammoth 628 for 6. Choudhary broke the previous record of fastest fifty in First-Class cricket, which was set by Leicestershire’s Wayne White in 12 deliveries against Essex in 2012. Choudhary's record-breaking knock surpassed the previous benchmark of 12 balls set by England's Wayne Knight, who was p...

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma laid the foundation stone for the reconstruction and beautification of the historic Cenotaph in Tura on November 7, marking the start of a project to honour the Garo Labour Corps who served during the First World War. The initiative aims to preserve the historical significance of the site while creating a lasting tribute to the sacrifices of the Garo community during the global conflict. A dedicated committee, formed to oversee the site’s preservation and development, approved the final restoration plan after extensive consultations with civil society groups and prominent citizens of the Garo Hills. The project seeks to blend historical accuracy with enhanced aesthetic appeal, ensuring that the memorial stands as a beacon of heritage and rememb...

Chief Minister, Conrad K. Sangma, today, inaugurated the new office building of the Meghalaya Public Service Commission (MPSC) at Dakopgre, Tura, West Garo Hills. Also present during the inauguration was Speaker, Meghalaya Legislative Assembly, Thomas A Sangma. In his address, the Chief Minister, Conrad K Sangma, said the new MPSC office would greatly benefit the youth of Garo Hills, who previously had to travel “10 to 15 hours overnight to Shillong” to appear for examinations. “Many would arrive tired and go straight to the exam hall without rest. With this new facility, students can now give their exams and interviews right here in Tura,” he said. He further said that the long journey and inadequate rest hampered with a candidates performance and this was huge challenge for candidate...