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The Meghalaya Transport Department requires public vehicle location tracking

3Mar

By Banasree SarkarNo Comments

Meghalaya

The Meghalaya Transport Department requires public vehicle location tracking

The Meghalaya Transport Department has required that all public service vehicles and those needing or possessing national permits have emergency buttons and Vehicle Location Tracking Devices (VLTD), in accordance with Rule 125H of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989. With minor adjustments to data protocols and formats to interface with the state government-established Command and Control Center, this directive complies with the Automotive Industry Standard (AIS-140) as set forth by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH). In the first phase of implementation, government-owned public transportation vehicles, such as buses run by Urban Affairs, government hospitals, and educational and training institutions; public transportation vehicles owned by PSUs, such as MTC, STEMS...

Meghalaya BSF apprehends three illegal Bangladeshi nationals in East Khasi Hills

3Mar

By Sonakshi SarkarNo Comments

Meghalaya

Meghalaya BSF apprehends three illegal Bangladeshi nationals in East Khasi Hills

The Border Security Force (BSF) Meghalaya has detained three Bangladeshi nationals along with an Indian driver near the international border in East Khasi Hills district. Acting on specific intelligence, troops from the 4th Battalion BSF intercepted a Swift Dzire in the Umsyiem area, which was allegedly attempting an illegal border crossing. The detained individuals were identified as residents of Dhaka, Bangladesh, who had entered India without proper documentation. Following their apprehension, the BSF handed over the individuals and the seized vehicle to Pynursla Police Station for further legal proceedings. The BSF has intensified vigilance along the Indo-Bangladesh border, aiming to curb illegal infiltration and human trafficking. Officials have reiterated their commitment to p...

Shillong Medical College to begin class this year: Health Minister

3Mar

By Sonakshi SarkarNo Comments

Meghalaya

Shillong Medical College to begin class this year: Health Minister

Meghalaya Health Minister Ampareen Lyngdoh, has announced that the state government aims to start MBBS classes at Shillong Medical College this year. Responding to a query raised by Dr. Mukul Sangma in the Assembly on Monday, Lyngdoh stated that the Pasteur Institute will be converted into an administrative complex and preparations are underway, including arrangements for hospital beds and infrastructure. She acknowledged the significant financial investment required but emphasized that many essential facilities are already in place, reducing the need for excessive spending. The state government has already partnered with North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) and is awaiting an inspection by the Medical Assessment and Monitoring Committee (MMC) to assess the college's preparedness.

Seven rivers in Meghalaya polluted: MSPCB

3Mar

By Sonakshi SarkarNo Comments

Meghalaya

Seven rivers in Meghalaya polluted: MSPCB

Seven major water bodies in Meghalaya have been identified as polluted, raising concerns over water quality and environmental degradation in the state. The Meghalaya State Pollution Control Board has confirmed the contamination in the seven water bodies through its extensive water quality monitoring network. According to the MSPCB, the affected water bodies include the Umkhrah and Umshyrpi rivers in East Khasi Hills, Kyrhukhla river, Lunar river (a tributary of Lukha) at Myndihati in East Jaintia Hills, Umtrew river (Byrnihat) in Ri-Bhoi, Myntdu river (Jowai) in West Jaintia Hills, and Nonbah river (Nongstoin) in West Khasi Hills. The Umkhrah and Umshyrpi rivers in Shillong, for instance, have suffered from unchecked waste disposal, sewage discharge, and encroachments. The Myntdu ri...

Meghalaya HC takes suo motu cognizance on wetland preservation

1Mar

By Sonakshi SarkarNo Comments

Meghalaya

Meghalaya HC takes suo motu cognizance on wetland preservation

The Meghalaya High Court has taken suo motu cognizance of wetland conservation in the state, initiating a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) to verify the Meghalaya State Wetland Authority’s claim that there are no notified Ramsar sites in the region. The move follows a Supreme Court order (December 11, 2024), directing High Courts to ensure that Ramsar Convention sites under their jurisdiction are properly maintained, recognizing wetlands as heritage sites of international importance. Chief Justice I.P. Mukerji has directed the Registrar General to issue notices to the State Government, the Meghalaya State Wetland Authority, and the Chief Conservator of Forests by March 5, 2025. The court seeks to ensure compliance with wetland protection laws and Supreme Court directives. The Meghalaya...

Heroin found in drug enforcement operation in Ri-Bhoi

1Mar

By Banasree SarkarNo Comments

Meghalaya

Heroin found in drug enforcement operation in Ri-Bhoi

About 36.03 grams of suspected heroin were recovered during a narcotics law enforcement operation carried out by a team of Ri-Bhoi DEF on February 27, according to Superintendent of Police, Ri-Bhoi District, VS Rathore. "Approximately 36.03 grams of suspected heroin were recovered from the possession of one individual, namely Rajat Paul (29), of Chirang, who was traveling from Guwahati to Shillong in a tourist taxi vehicle, according to information from reliable sources," Rathore said. "The seized contraband has a market value of around Rs 10 lakh," he continued. "A case under Nongpoh PS Case No. 29(02)2025 u/s 21(b)/27A/29 NDPS Act has been filed in this regard, and an investigation is underway," Rathore stated.

Heroin worth Rs 10 lakh seized in Meghalaya, one held

1Mar

By Sonakshi SarkarNo Comments

Meghalaya

Heroin worth Rs 10 lakh seized in Meghalaya, one held

A 29-year-old man from Assam's Chirang was arrested in Meghalaya's Ri-Bhoi district after suspected heroin worth Rs 10 lakh was seized from his possession, police said on Friday. Acting on a tip-off, a police team apprehended the person when he was travelling from Guwahati to Shillong in a tourist taxi, Ri-Bhoi SP Vivekanand Singh told reporters. He is a resident of Chirang district of Assam, he said.

Woman allegedly m*rdered by co-worker, accused held

1Mar

By Sonakshi SarkarNo Comments

Meghalaya

Woman allegedly m*rdered by co-worker, accused held

The body of a 41-year-old woman, working as a cleaner at a restaurant in Shillong, was recovered on Friday. Police have arrested the victim’s co-worker, Sunai Singh, 42, who later confessed to his crime. East Khasi Hills SP Vivek Syiem informed at 10:20 am on Friday, the owner of Trattoria restaurant, Batskhem Suting informed them that one of his lady staff had been murdered and her body was lying on the ground floor of the restaurant. A team from Sadar PS and senior officers were immediately rushed to the spot and recovered the body of Damonica Laloo, a resident of Lawsohtun, from the ground floor of the restaurant at Barik. Subsequently, the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) Crime Scene Unit was deployed and investigation into the case began. Based on the evidence collected and...

Two day national conference on transforming teachers’ education held at NEHU

28Feb

By Sonakshi SarkarNo Comments

Meghalaya

Two day national conference on transforming teachers’ education held at NEHU

The Two Days National Conclave 2025, on the theme 'Transforming Teacher Education towards Viksit Bharat 2047' has been organised by the National Council for teacher Education (NCTE) in collaboration with North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) on the 27th and 28th of February, 2025, at the Multi Convention Hall, NEHU, Shillong. The programme commenced with the Inaugural Function which was graced by His Excellency, Shri C.H. Vijayashankar, Governor of Meghalaya. The Inaugural Function began with the National Anthem and lighting of the lamp. This was followed by the warm 'Welcome Address' from Prof. B.B. Kharbirymbai, HOD, Department of Education, NEHU, Shillong. Prof. N. Saha, Vice Chancellor, NEHU, Shillong also extended a warm welcome to the dignitaries and delegates present for the two-...

Khasi and Jaintia Hills Councils to elect new leadership on February 28

28Feb

By Sonakshi SarkarNo Comments

Meghalaya

Khasi and Jaintia Hills Councils to elect new leadership on February 28

The Khasi Hills and Jaintia Hills Autonomous District Councils (KHADC & JHADC) will elect their new leadership on February 28, marking a crucial step in regional governance and administration. Following the oath-taking ceremony of newly elected members, the councils will convene to elect their Chairmen at 11:00 AM. The elections will be overseen by the Deputy Commissioners of East Khasi Hills and West Jaintia Hills districts. Later in the day, at 2:00 PM, the councils will reconvene to elect their Chief Executive Members (CEMs), the highest executive authority responsible for governance, tribal affairs, and resource management. The newly elected Chairmen will preside over these proceedings. According to an official notification by CVD Diengdoh, Commissioner and Secretary to the ...