Meghalaya

The villagers who broke into the Ramakrishna Mission ME School construction site in Mawkynrew on Tuesday could face legal actions, according to the authorities. A senior police official said the villagers’ action is tantamount to contempt of court as a case relating to the school is pending in the High Court of Meghalaya. He also said the acting Sordar of Mawkynrew Dorbar Pyllun, Kitborlang Mukhim filed an FIR on Monday into the incident where the villagers tried to forcefully enter the site of construction of the RKM ME School. According to the police official, a complaint has also been received from Swami Anuragananda, secretary of Ramakrishna Mission Ashram Sohra, which will act as a supporting document.“The area is still under curfew and police personnel have been deployed at the s...

The State BJP is relying on a strategic selection of candidates and constituencies to secure seats in the upcoming KHADC and JHADC elections. The party announced its first list of candidates on Tuesday.The list includes 14 candidates for the KHADC and three for the JHADC. For KHADC, the candidates are Himanta Timung from Jirang, Manin Raja from Nongpoh, Hopingstone Marsharing from Mawhati, Brighstarfield Khongwir from Umsning, Councellor Mukhim from Mawkynrew, Elvisstar Kharbudon from Langkyrdem-Laitkroh, Ebren Khongthah from Nongshken, Fairlock D Ryngksai from Nongthymmai, Kynsaibor Lyngdoh from Malki-Laitumkhrah, Daniella Nonglait from Mawlai, Lewis Janong Sooting from Langrin, Dimandar Lyngdoh from Nongstoin, Dominic Wahlang from Rambrai-Jyrngam, and Roland Mawsor from Mawshynrut. ...

The BSF Meghalaya apprehended five Bangladeshi smugglers and successfully thwarted various smuggling attempts along the international border.On Monday, troops of BSF Meghalaya Frontier successfully apprehended five Bangladeshi nationals and thwarted multiple attempts to smuggle various contraband items to Bangladesh through the international border. Acting on specific intelligence inputs, the 200th Battalion BSF troops launched an operation in South Garo Hills and apprehended five Bangladeshi nationals, who have been identified as Md. Sakibul Basir (20), Adnan Mahamod Rohim (22), Sojib Ahamed (17), Md. Sakib Hussain (19), and Md. Saju (27), all residents of Mymensingh district, Bangladesh.

The Meghalaya Government on Wednesday announced a minor reshuffle with the transfer and replacement of four bureaucrats. According to a notification, Chaitanya Awasthi IAS (RR 2023) Assistant Commisioner,  West Garo Holls Tura is partially placed at the disposal of Community & Rural Development Department for appointment as Block Development Officer in-charge of Daden C &RD Block for a period of one month wotheffect from the date of taking over charge and until further orders. Likewise, the services of Richa Kulkarni IAS (RR:2023) Assistant Commissioner, East Khasi Hols District, Shillong is partially placed at the disposal of Community & Rural Development Department for appointment as Block Development Officer on-charge of Mawryngkneng C&RD Block for a period of one ...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday greeted the people of Meghalaya on its Statehood Day. He wrote in a post on X, “On Meghalaya’s Statehood Day, I convey my best wishes to the people of the state. Meghalaya is admired for its natural beauty and the industrious nature of the people. Praying for the continuous development of the state in the times to come.” Noting that Meghalaya is admired for its natural beauty and the industrious nature of its people, he wished for the state's continuous development.

In what may be termed as a landmark initiative aimed at revolutionizing Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE), the Meghalaya Early Childhood Development (ECD) Mission has launched an integrated ECD package. The launch event, held in the Cabinet Room of the Main Secretariat Building in Shillong, was chaired by the Hon’ble Chief Minister and Chairperson of the Human Development Council, Shri Conrad K. Sangma. The ECD Mission is designed to transform public service centers, such as Anganwadis, primary schools, and community health centers, into vibrant learning and enabling hubs. These hubs will nurture the cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development of children, laying a strong foundation for their future. Speaking at the launch, Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma h...

The BJP has called on the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to look into claims of anomalies in the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) scheme implementation in Meghalaya. BJP leader Bernard Marak claimed the state government submitted false reports to the Centre on the progress of the scheme. According to him, the official claims that most villages in Meghalaya now have access to water are misleading. The state claims that most villages have water, but our findings revealed there are no tanks, no intact points, and no distribution systems,” Marak said. He said contrary to the official reports, 90 per cent of the villages out of a surveyed 100 are not receiving water. He demanded an independent inquiry, stating, “It is the state’s duty to address these issues.

Rikman G Momin has been unanimously re-elected as the president of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Meghalaya unit, solidifying his leadership ahead of key elections, including the Autonomous District Council polls and the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The BJP credited Momin's first term with bolstering party organization, enhancing teamwork, and attracting leaders from rival parties, thereby expanding BJP’s footprint in Meghalaya. “His re-election reflects the party's confidence in his leadership and its optimism for future successes,” read an official BJP statement. Under Momin’s leadership, the party has reportedly seen increased membership and played a significant role in implementing central government schemes across the state. Momin expressed his commitment to strengthening the party...

At least 12 people were injured after a violent clash between a mob and police at Mawkynrew Village falling under East Khasi Hills on Monday. Curfew was imposed at Mawkynrew (about 37 kms from Shillong) after the clash as locals opposed to building construction of the Ramakrishna Mission School over a contentious allotment of land. The matter which is currently sub judice, took a violent turn when a section of villagers approached the construction site seeking to reclaim the land which was earlier allotted for sports activity. The RKM School which has been in existence since 2022 is the only school in the area. It has 168 students from Class 1 to Class 5 most of whom are ferried in the Mission bus.

The United Democratic Party (UDP) has unveiled its third list of candidates for the upcoming elections to the Khasi Hills and Jaintia Hills Autonomous District Councils, scheduled for February 21. The announcement marks a key step in the party’s preparations for these critical polls. The four candidates named in the latest list are Synshar Kupar Roy Lyngdoh Thabah, Anthony Khongwang, Lee Trevor S. Bareh, and Mewan Pasi. The declaration was made during a press briefing held at the UDP’s party headquarters, underscoring the party’s focus on ensuring strong representation across constituencies. The elections, which play a vital role in determining the governance of Meghalaya's tribal regions, are being keenly watched for their impact on local administration and regional dynamics. The UDP ...