Meghalaya

At Mawkhanu, Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has revealed plans to build a cutting-edge swimming pool. Sangma stated, "I am looking forward to the fact that this will be one of the largest such pools in the North East." He disclosed that the detailed project report (DPR) for the tennis court and Olympic-sized pool has already been completed. The Chief Minister also revealed plans for the construction of the nation's largest football stadium, which will have 40,000 seats in Mawkhanu. For the biggest football stadium, which will be located in Mawkhanu, we are also getting DPR ready. This football-focused stadium will have a seating capacity of 40,000 and will be the biggest in the nation. "We are really looking forward to this," he continued. A Rs 175-crore project to improve the state's...

The state government is acting proactively to improve its healthcare system and increase its capacity to treat cancer in response to the alarming increase in cancer cases in Meghalaya. On Thursday, the State Cancer Society held a crucial meeting with the Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, to discuss potential collaborations aimed at improving cancer care in the state. One of the key topics of discussion was the procurement of a medical linear accelerator (LINAC) from the Tata Memorial Hospital. A LINAC is an advanced piece of equipment that delivers high-energy X-rays or electrons, precisely targeting tumors while sparing surrounding healthy tissue. After the meeting, Principal Secretary of Health Department Sampath Kumar told reporters that there is now a growing awareness among people i...

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma inaugurated a Rural Health Centre (RHC) in Myriaw, Eastern West Khasi Hills District, today. The event was attended by Sports Minister Shakliar Warjri and Rajya Sabha MP Dr. W. R. Kharlukhi. The RHC, funded through the Chief Minister’s Special Development Fund (CMSDF), received an initial allocation of ₹38.8 lakh, with an additional ₹38 lakh set to bolster its operations. Managed by Dr. H. G. Roberts Hospital, Shillong, the facility will cater to 21 villages, becoming the fourth RHC in Meghalaya operated by the hospital. Highlighting healthcare challenges in rural areas, Chief Minister Sangma said, “Over the past seven years, we have prioritized healthcare with the highest budget allocation of 9%, reflecting our commitment to better services fo...

The Meghalaya Board of School Education (MBOSE) has rationalsed the prescribed English and Social Sciences textbooks for classes 9 and 10. In a letter notifed to all schools under MBOSE, Executive Chairman of MBOSE CP Marak informed that the rationalised textbooks will be effective from the 2025 academic session until further orders. Detail rationalised topics will be available in the board's website www.mbose.in

Mawlai Sports Club extended their unbeaten streak in the OC Blue Shillong Premier League 2024, defeating Nongthymmai Sports Club 2-1 at the SSA Stadium, First Ground, Polo, on Wednesday. Goals from Romarius Laban (31’) and Brolington Warlarpih (66’P) sealed the win for Mawlai, keeping them at the top of the standings with 22 points from eight matches. Nongthymmai, despite Rudolf Shadap’s equalizer in the 58th minute, remain in the relegation zone with 7 points. Romarius, making his first start in this season’s league, impressed with a precise shot from the left flank to open the scoring. Nongthymmai’s goalkeeper Akash Thapa put up a valiant effort, making several key saves, but could not prevent the penalty conversion by Brolington following an infraction in the box. Rudolf’s strike of...

The Meghalaya Cabinet has approved guidelines to formulate the Art and Heritage Award. The Award will be for performing arts, folk music, dance, drama, theatre, craftsmanship, etc. A committee will be headed by the Chief Secretary and members of the Arts & Culture Dept for selection of awardees. Apart for that, the Cabinet has also decided to amend the State Anthem. Chief Minister SangmaConrad informed that the amendment comes after the suggestions from Jaintia Hills. The amendment will include a few lines in Pnar. The improved State Anthem will be unveiled in the Meghalaya Games held in Jowai this year.

The Meghalaya Cabinet on Wednesday approved the Meghalaya School Service Rules 2025. A meeting chaired by Chief Minister Conrad Sangma said that past service rules limited the scope for promotions of LP School teachers, assistant teachers who would remain in the post for a long period.

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Wednesday discussed the state's preparations for hosting the 39th National Games in 2027 with Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha.The CM highlighted the state's infrastructural developments over the past four years, including the upgraded JN Sports Complex in Shillong, Wahiajer Stadium in Jaintia Hills, and PA Sangma Integrated Sports Complex in Tura. He also mentioned Shillong's successful hosting of major events like the North East Games (2022), the South Asian Games (2016), and the annual Meghalaya Games.

Three hundred units of the beautiful Ryndia stoles have been exported to Singapore, providing much-needed support to the state's textile industry and highlighting the tireless work of women entrepreneurs and artisans.  Meghalayan Age Limited has made the important move to make it easier to ship to the Singapore market in an effort to expand the reach of the Meghalaya brand internationally. The simple, yet elegant attire which is reputed as a distinguished One District One Product (ODOP) from Ri Bhoi district, is known as 'Peace silk' or 'Ahimsa silk'. The Ryndia silk will be presented as door gifts at the Republic Day reception by the High Commission of India in Singapore. Taking to social media, Chief Minister Conrad Sangma said, "This achievement is a testament to the hard w...