Meghalaya

The Meghalaya High Court on June 1 heard the state government's petition challenging the bail granted to Sonam Raghuvanshi, with the state's counsel completing arguments before the court. Advocate General Amit Kumar presented the government's case before the single bench of Justice Wanlura Diengdoh and concluded his submissions. The matter has now been listed for further hearing on June 3, when counsel representing Sonam Raghuvanshi will present arguments before the court. The state government moved the Meghalaya High Court seeking cancellation of the bail granted to Sonam Raghuvanshi by the East Khasi Hills Sessions Court on April 27, 2026. The sessions court had granted bail subject to certain conditions. In its petition, the state has requested the High Court to set aside t...

The Dorbar Shnongs of Nongdiengngan and Nongmahir have expressed deep concern over the recent assault on workers at the Stage III power generation project in Ri Bhoi district, warning that the subsequent suspension of the project has severely affected the livelihoods of local residents, particularly Khasi workers. The project came to a halt after allegations surfaced that both tribal and non-tribal labourers were physically assaulted by members of a pressure group during a labour licence inspection conducted a few days ago. Following the incident, the company implementing the project suspended all operations, leaving many workers without employment and disrupting economic activities linked to the project. Several Khasi labourers who lost their jobs due to the suspension voiced di...

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has strongly advocated for robust implementation, integrated governance, and outcome-oriented approaches to transform early childhood development (ECD) across the state. Speaking at the inauguration of a three-day national workshop in Shillong, Sangma emphasized that meaningful societal change stems from sharpening the execution of existing programs rather than merely introducing new schemes. The implementation science workshop, themed “From Science to State Action: Building Integrated Systems for Early Childhood Development,” is being hosted by the Meghalaya Early Childhood Development Mission (MECDM). Organized in collaboration with the State Capability Enhancement Project, the Van Leer Foundation, and the Asian Development Bank, the event br...

Governor C.H. Vijayashankar on Monday unveiled 'Butterflies of Meghalaya' at Lok Bhavan, Shillong, describing the publication as a significant contribution to the documentation and conservation of the State's rich natural heritage. The event was attended by H.C. Chaudhary, Additional Chief Secretary to the Government of Meghalaya, along with scientists, conservationists, government officials and environmental enthusiasts. The book, regarded as one of the most comprehensive works on Meghalaya's butterfly diversity, documents 698 butterfly species found across the State. Authored by noted butterfly experts Dr Krushnamegh Kunte and Sanjay Sondhi, founder of Titli Trust, the publication is the result of years of scientific research and field documentation. The project was conceptuali...

The political equations within the Regional Democratic Alliance (RDA) have been cast into uncertainty following a statement by Hill State People’s Democratic Party (HSPDP) General Secretary, P Ryntathiang, who revealed that the party is yet to decide whether it will support the United Democratic Party (UDP) candidate for the upcoming Lok Sabha parliamentary bye-election. ​This development comes a day after the UDP unilaterally announced V G Kynta as its official candidate to represent the party in the upcoming mid-term Lok Sabha election. This independent decision by the UDP has thrown a shadow of doubt over the unified functioning of the RDA. The situation stands in stark contrast to the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, during which both the HSPDP and UDP fought under the unified banner o...

Meghalaya Sports and Youth Affairs Minister Wailadmiki Shylla has strongly reiterated the state government’s zero-tolerance policy regarding any form of misconduct or harassment against women athletes. The statement comes in the wake of serious allegations of sexual harassment involving women cricketers in the state. Reports have emerged alleging that former officials of the Meghalaya Cricket Association (MCA) failed to take appropriate action when complaints were initially raised. Addressing these concerns, Minister Shylla emphasized that the administration is deeply committed to ensuring a safe environment for athletes, asserting that such incidents will not be tolerated in cricket or any other sporting discipline. The state government is currently maintaining a cautious approach ...

The Meghalaya government has officially declared Lok Bhavan as a heritage building under the provisions of the Meghalaya Heritage Act,2012. According to a notification issued by the Urban Affairs Department, the decision was taken in recognition of the Lok Bhavan's historical, architectural, and cultural significance. The building, located in the heart of Shillong, has long served as a landmark of public life and governance in the state. The notification states that preserving Lok Bhavan is essential to safeguarding Meghalaya's cultural identity and architectural heritage. Following the declaration, the building will be governed by the provisions of the Meghalaya Heritage Regulations, 2013. The order came into effect immediately and aims to ensure the protection and conserv...

In a landmark step towards strengthening Meghalaya’s fisheries, livestock, cold chain and rural enterprise ecosystem, the Maiden Cold Storage Facility for Fish & Livestock was inaugurated on May 29, 2026 at Mawblei, Shillong. The facility, with a combined 45 metric tonnes of chiller and freezer capacity, marks a major milestone in creating a structured supply chain network for fish and livestock products across the state. The initiative is being spearheaded by the North East Development Initiative (NEDI) under the aegis of ABK Media India Pvt Ltd, with M/s J Mawkhiew Enterprises playing a key role as the C&F partner for Meghalaya. Together, the partnership aims to build a strong foundation for procurement, storage, distribution, retail access and entrepreneurship-led growth acr...

A word-class high-altitude sports training centre will be built in Meghalaya, Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports Dr Mansukh Mandaviya announced here on Saturday. “A state-of-the-art, world-class high-altitude training centre, worth Rs 150 crore will be established in Meghalaya very soon,” he said after a review meeting on the 39th National Games in Meghalaya next year. To assess Meghalaya’s preparations for hosting the Games, the Union Minister held a review meeting in presence of Chief Minister Conrad Sangma, Minister of State for Youth Affairs & Sports Raksha Khadse, Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha, Meghalaya Sports Minister Wailadmiki Shylla, and senior sports officials from North East and the Centre. The National Games 2027 in Meghalaya will “...

The Fit India Movement under Khelo India and the Sports Authority of India organised a special edition of "Sundays on Cycle" at the State Central Library premises in Shillong today, drawing enthusiastic participation from youth, sportspersons and fitness enthusiasts.Union Minister for youth affairs and sports dr. Mansukh Mandaviya and Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Raksha Khadse participated in the event.The cycling rally was flagged off by Meghalaya State Olympic Association working president John F. Kharshiing.The rally commenced from the State Central Library premises and passed through key locations including the DC Office, Ward's Lake, Lok Bhavan and Civil Hospital before returning to the starting point.The initiative forms part of the nationwide Fit India Movement ai...