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925 students are given digital learning tablets in South West Garo Hills
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925 students are given digital learning tablets in South West Garo Hills

Under the Chief Minister's Students Digital Learning Aid (M-TAB) project, 925 Class XI students from 13 South West Garo Hills schools received learning tablets as part of a significant push for digital education. Mahendraganj MLA Sanjay Sangma was the chief guest at the distribution event, which was held on Thursday at the DRDA Hall, Deputy Commissioner's Office in Ampati. The program, which is being organized by the Education Department and the District Administration, intends to boost academic performance throughout Meghalaya and augment digital learning. Deputy Commissioner Hema Nayak, Additional Deputy Commissioners, Block Development Officers, and school principals were among the officials in attendance. MLA Sanjay Sangma emphasized the expanding significance of technology in educ...
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All-party panel to discuss railway in Meghalaya
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All-party panel to discuss railway in Meghalaya

The state government has announced the constitution of an all-party committee consisting of recognised and registered political parties to discuss railway connectivity in Meghalaya, prompting the KSU, which has remained firm on its demand for ILP before introducing railways, to respond sharply. According to a notification issued on Wednesday by Chief Secretary Donald P Wahlang, the committee will be chaired by Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma or any minister appointed by him. “All political parties are requested to nominate two representatives for the committee. Relevant government departments will also be invited to participate in the deliberations,” Wahlang stated. The committee’s mandate includes examining and identifying solutions for the introduction and construction of railways...
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MBOSE to declare SSLC results on March 5
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MBOSE to declare SSLC results on March 5

The results of the 2025 Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) examination conducted by the Meghalaya Board of School Education (MBoSE), Tura, will be declared at 11 am on March 5. This was informed by the MBOSE here on Thursday. The result booklet(s) can be downloaded from the board’s official website (www.mbose.in). There will be no display of results at MBoSE office, Tura/Shillong, it said.
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‘Ha Lyngkha Bneng’ selected for Moscow Film Festival
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‘Ha Lyngkha Bneng’ selected for Moscow Film Festival

Khasi-language film ‘Ha Lyngkha Bneng’ has been selected for the Main Competition at the 47th Moscow International Film Festival (MIFF) 2025, marking a significant achievement for Meghalaya’s regional cinema on the global stage. Filmmaker Pradip Kurbah announced the selection, highlighting the five-year journey of the film, which began gaining attention in 2020 after being showcased at the Asian Project Market in Busan and NFDC India Film Bazaar Co-Production Market. "The journey was not easy. It took two years of filming through different seasons in Sohra, Meghalaya, to capture the beauty and spirit of the land and its people," Kurbah shared. The film, produced through a collaboration between Hello Meghalaya, Pomus New Horizons, Ka Knup Creatives, and Cat N Mouse Entertainment, ...
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Meghalaya’s rich textile heritage achieves a significant milestone
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Meghalaya’s rich textile heritage achieves a significant milestone

The awarding of the famous Geographical Indication (GI) marking to Ryndia, the state's handwoven, handspun, naturally dyed, and organically manufactured fabric, marks an important milestone in Meghalaya's rich textile legacy. Meghalaya Handloom Products are also recognized by the Geographical Indications Registry, which is part of the Intellectual Property Office of the Government of India. This confirms their status as distinctive cultural assets. With the help of NABARD and Dr. Rajnikanth's technical expertise, the Department of Textiles, Government of Meghalaya, was instrumental in this accomplishment. The government carefully pursued the GI registration over a four-year period in partnership with the Meghalaya Ryndia Producers Association. Soon after Umden-Diwon was formally design...
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KSU demands overhaul of NEIGRIHMS recruitment policies
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KSU demands overhaul of NEIGRIHMS recruitment policies

The Khasi Students’ Union (KSU) has called for immediate changes in the recruitment policies of the North Eastern Indira Gandhi Regional Institute of Health and Medical Sciences (NEIGRIHMS), demanding greater regional representation and a fair hiring process. On April 1, the union submitted a 10-point charter of demands to NEIGRIHMS Director, urging a suspension of ongoing recruitment until their concerns are addressed. KSU Employment Cell chairman Reuben Najiar emphasized the need to safeguard the rights of indigenous tribals in Meghalaya’s premier medical institute. One of the key demands is the reinstatement of the upper age limit for recruitment to 35 years, reversing the recent reduction to 30 years. Najiar termed the change “flawed and illogical,” arguing that it limits workfo...
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Meghalaya State Reservation Policy report on quota to be submitted on April 12
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Meghalaya State Reservation Policy report on quota to be submitted on April 12

After more than 18 months since its formation, the expert committee tasked with reviewing Meghalaya’s state reservation policy is set to submit its report on April 12. Confirming this, Chief Secretary DP Wahlang stated that the report will be submitted to him on that date. The Meghalaya government appointed retired Madhya Pradesh High Court judge, Justice Mool Chand Garg, as the Chairman of the Expert Committee in August 2023 to lead the review process. The state’s reservation policy, which allocates 40% of seats each to Khasi and Garo tribals, 15% to other backward tribes, and 5% to the open category, was slated for review following demands from various organizations. The expert committee’s mandate includes studying the current policy, recommending modifications if necessary, and c...
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Meghalaya govt temporarily stops liquor licence issuance to monitor biz
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Meghalaya govt temporarily stops liquor licence issuance to monitor biz

The Meghalaya government has temporarily halted the issuance of licences for opening liquor retail shops in Shillong. Disclosing this on Tuesday, Excise Minister Kyrmen Shylla said the government wants to monitor and study the liquor business. There are several wine shops, located close to educational institutions and places of worship. “We want to see where these IMFL retail shops are located. We may have to increase their number,” he said. Stating that a no-objection certificate (NOC) from the local headman is the most important prerequisite for opening a liquor outlet, Shylla said licences are issued only after an applicant has obtained an NOC. He said the government is required to follow procedures. The minister assured that the government will work out a mechanism to ensure tha...
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Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma criticizes Biren Singh for dragging PA Sangma’s name
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Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma criticizes Biren Singh for dragging PA Sangma’s name

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma has expressed disappointment over former Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh referencing his late father, PA Sangma, in a political debate, calling it "unfortunate" and urging collective efforts to restore peace in Manipur. In response to Biren Singh’s remarks on X (formerly Twitter), Conrad Sangma wrote, "It's unfortunate that @NBirenSingh ji has dragged the name of (L) Shri P.A. Sangma ji. Sangma ji has always fought for the people of the North East, was a strong advocate for different issues and rights of the people of the North East." Biren Singh had earlier questioned Conrad Sangma’s awareness of security measures in Manipur, while also claiming that PA Sangma once advocated for dividing the Northeast along ethnic lines, a stance he called "...
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IIM Shillong expands worldwide links and signs five MoUs with overseas institutes
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IIM Shillong expands worldwide links and signs five MoUs with overseas institutes

The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Shillong has expanded its international relationships by signing five new Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with prestigious schools in Europe, Africa, and North America. The agreements seek to promote international collaboration in management education, research, and cultural exchange. MoUs have recently been signed with POLIMI Graduate School of Management in Italy, IE Business School in Spain, Westsachsische Hochschule Zwickau - University of Applied Sciences Zwickau in Germany, the University of Johannesburg in South Africa, and Laurentian University in Canada. These agreements will enable a variety of collaboration activities, such as student and faculty exchange programs, joint research projects, and the creation of dual-degree and immersi...
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