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The Meghalaya Cricket Association has acquired property in West Jaintia Hills for a new stadium
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The Meghalaya Cricket Association has acquired property in West Jaintia Hills for a new stadium

The Meghalaya Cricket Association (MCA) has finalised plans to establish a new cricket ground in Mukhla, West Jaintia Hills District. Mukhla Dorbar Pyllun, the West Jaintia Hills District Cricket Association (WJHDCA), and MCA inked a tripartite leasing deal for a 5.93-acre plot of land on January 4. This move is in line with MCA's initiatives to promote indigenous talent and increase cricket infrastructure throughout Meghalaya's districts, especially in rural regions. With the assistance of Mukhla Dorbar Pyllun and local MLA Wailad Shylla, a fervent supporter of cricket in the area, WJHDCA was able to accomplish the property acquisition. Key participants, including WJHDCA President Eddystone Shylla, MLA Wailad Shylla, and MCA officials Naba Bhattacharjee, Rayonald Kharkamni, Treasurer ...
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VPP wants Meghalaya education minister removed
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VPP wants Meghalaya education minister removed

The Voice of the People Party on Sunday asked the state government to replace Education Minister Rakkam A Sangma for the sake of betterment of the education sector. VPP spokesperson Batskhem Myrboh said there is an urgent need for the government to change the Education minister who is often found to be "clueless" about the topics he is dealing with. "For example, what is the minister trying to achieve by introducing guidebooks for school students and teachers alike? Is he trying to apply a shortcut technique to increase the pass percentage? Learning is a process and it is measured by the learning outcome not by examination results. The result may not indicate good learning outcome if the method of imparting education is defective," the VPP leader said. He acknowledged the efforts made ...
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Meghalaya opens Mawjymbuin cave for worship with environmental safeguards
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Meghalaya opens Mawjymbuin cave for worship with environmental safeguards

In a move to balance religious practices with environmental preservation, the Meghalaya government has announced the opening of the Mawjymbuin Cave Shivling in Mawsynram for daily worship. The cave will be accessible to devotees from 9 AM to 5 PM throughout the year, following a meeting with local authorities and religious representatives. Satya Ranjan Borah, President of Kutumba Surakshya Parishad (KSP), expressed gratitude to the government, thanking them for making the Shivling available to devotees. "We acknowledge the efforts of the Meghalaya government and extend our sincere thanks to them for making the shivling available for devotees," he said in a press release. The opening comes with strict environmental guidelines aimed at preserving the cave's natural formation. Prohibited ...
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Assam Hindu group tells Meghalaya govt to allow worship at Mawjymbuin Cave
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Assam Hindu group tells Meghalaya govt to allow worship at Mawjymbuin Cave

The Assam-based Kutumba Surakshya Parishad (KSP) on Friday requested Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma to open Mawjymbuin cave for both tourists and pilgrims without hurting the sentiments of the local people. The group stressed on the need to ensure that every individual gets to enjoy their fundamental rights enshrined in the Constitution. In a letter to the chief minister, KSP president Satya Ranjan Borah said, "We believe that our involvement towards the Mawjymbuin cave issue is constitutional and sincerely justified and therefore we are here." "This is our utmost request to you and your good office to take the needful action so that every single person enjoys their constitutional fundamental rights and joyfully perform their duties here. We have faith in your visionary leadership and ...
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No worship ban at Meghalaya’s Mawjymbuin cave shivling: Assam Hindu Body
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No worship ban at Meghalaya’s Mawjymbuin cave shivling: Assam Hindu Body

The Kutumba Surakshya Parishad (KSP), an Assam-based Hindu organization, confirmed that there is no restriction on worshipping the Shivling at Meghalaya's Mawjymbuin Cave in Mawsynram. Following a stakeholder meeting at the East Khasi Hills Deputy Commissioner's office, KSP President Satya Ranjan Borah stated that daily visiting hours from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. have been established, with special arrangements planned for Shravan. Environmental safeguards will be enforced, including restrictions on smoke-generating items within the cave."There is no ban on worshipping the Shivling," emphasized the official statement, adding that the measures aim to preserve the site’s sanctity and environment. KSP also submitted a formal letter to Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma through the Deputy Commiss...
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Mawjymbuin cave issue: Dorbar reiterates ban on worship
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Mawjymbuin cave issue: Dorbar reiterates ban on worship

The Mawsynram Dorbar Shnong on Friday reiterated that it would not allow the Mawjymbuin cave to be converted into a place of worship. East Khasi Hills Deputy Commissioner RM Kurbah held a crucial meeting on the contentious issue with all the stakeholders on Friday, who on thier part maintained that the Dorbar Shnong has the right to take a stand on the matter as the cave falls under it's jurisdiction. The Dorbar Shnong emphasised that it would not object to visitors visiting the place provided they adhered to all the SOPs. A significant outcome of the meeting was the agreement on a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for visiting the cave.The meeting came amid threats from Assam group Kutumba Suraksha Parishad (KSP) to cut off the road connectivity between Assam and Meghalaya on account...
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KSU seeks state government action on ILP and unemployment crisis
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KSU seeks state government action on ILP and unemployment crisis

The Khasi Students' Union (KSU) has asked the state government to come out with a positive and clear message this year on the demand for the implementation of Inner Line Permit (ILP) in the Meghalaya. "This year we have high expectation that the government should aggressively pursue the issue of ILP with the central government. In 2019, the resolution was passed by the Assembly and we expect the state govern- ment to come out with a positive and clear message for the people of the state regarding the Centre's mind and stand on the resolution," KSU president Lambokstar Marngar said on Thursday. Talking about other ex- pectations in 2025, the KSU leader said they expect the in- clusion of the Khasi language in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution, resolution of the interstate border disp...
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Meghalaya’s largest cavefish named India’s first ‘National Cave Animal
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Meghalaya’s largest cavefish named India’s first ‘National Cave Animal

In a first for Meghalaya Neolissochilus pnar, the world’s largest cavefish fiund in the state, has been named India’s first “National Cave Animal of the Year.” This announcement was made by Speleological Association of India (SAI), an Indian partner of the International Union of Speleology (UIS) as part of its newly launched initiative to highlight the country’s unique subterranean fauna. By designating a National Cave Animal annually, the campaign aims to raise awareness about the ecological significance of cave ecosystems and promote their conservation.
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NEHU acquires Rs 16.5 crore in government funding for research and development
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NEHU acquires Rs 16.5 crore in government funding for research and development

The Department of Biomedical Engineering at North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) has received significant financing from the federal government. Through the Department of Pharmaceuticals, the Union Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers has authorized Rs 14 crore in funding for the "Capacity Building and Skill Development in Medical Device Sector" sub-scheme. This is a component of the larger "Strengthening of Medical Device Industry" effort, which aims to increase India's domestic capacity for producing medical devices, lessen dependency on imports, and promote global competitiveness. It is envisaged that the program will encourage collaborations between businesses, healthcare facilities, and students, offering practical experience and increasing the employability of graduates. By addr...
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One stabbed on new year’s day in Shillong
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One stabbed on new year’s day in Shillong

As the entire Shillong was celebrating new year on January 1, a person sustained serious injuries after being stabbed by miscreants in Cantonment area of Shillong. The incident happened at the parking lot area of Ghumti in Shillong Cantonment. According to sources, the person has been admitted to NEIGRIHMS and is under medical supervision. Notably, complete details of the incident are not available at the moment and no arrests have been made in connection with the incident. Complaint lodged after attack on youth on new year's day in Shillong.As the entire Shillong was celebrating new year on January 1, a person sustained serious injuries after being attacked in Cantonment area of Shillong. As per the complaint filed at Jhalupara Police Outpost, the person identified as Deva Kharkongor,...
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