Meghalaya

The long-delayed Shillong–Dawki road project in Meghalaya continues to face timeline challenges, with officials now indicating that Phase II and Phase IV are likely to be completed only by December 2027.Authorities have imposed traffic restrictions along several construction stretches to ensure safety during the ongoing work. Currently, vehicular movement is allowed only between 4 am and 11:30 am and again from 4 pm to 9:30 pm. While officials say the restrictions are necessary to prevent accidents, residents and commuters have raised concerns over the limited movement window, stating that it has significantly disrupted their daily routines and transportation.A senior official associated with the project said the curbs were implemented to avoid any untoward incidents during construction. ...

The fraternity of North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU), Tura Campus, has condemned an alleged assault on its registrar in-charge, Prof Kailash Chandra Biswal, in Shillong recently. He was allegedly attacked while returning from NEHU Shillong at Mawlai Bypass on March 2, according a statement issued by the university on Wednesday. Prof Biswal, a Management faculty at NEHU Tura Campus, is currently holding additional charge as Registrar of the university. The NEHU Tura Campus fraternity while condemning the incident has demanded for strict action against the perpetrators.

On Wednesday night, a tragic accident in Byndihati, Meghalaya’s East Jaintia Hills district, resulted in the death of one person when an overloaded coal truck overturned and crushed two vehicles around 8:30 pm. The victim, who has not yet been identified, died instantly as a result of the incident. This accident occurred shortly before a scheduled hearing at the Meghalaya High Court regarding a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) addressing illegal coal mining. The Court is set to direct current and former Superintendents of Police to appear in person as part of ongoing investigations into the illegal mining activities that have proliferated due to high demand and profitability. During prior hearings, concerns were raised about the effectiveness of the Special Investigation Team (SIT) handli...

The Meghalaya government has come under scrutiny for allegedly mishandling the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF), as reported by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG). The CAG's critical report indicates that over ₹2.15 crore was improperly diverted for non-disaster relief related expenses, including donations to other states and the cleaning of the Shillong Secretariat. Investigations revealed that ₹2 crore was transferred to the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund (CMRF) without the necessary approval from the State Executive Committee (SEC), with a portion of this amount categorized as a "loan." The SDRF is explicitly defined as a restricted fund subject to stringent regulations that prohibit its use for lending purposes to other government accounts. Moreover, the report o...

Three individuals were injured, and the headman of Lakadong Ummat village was arrested following violent clashes between residents of Lakadong Ummat and Lama villages during a land survey for the proposed Greenfield High-Speed Corridor. The incident took place at Khlieh Wah Rkhiang as officials conducted a joint measurement survey, which sparked tensions over a land dispute regarding the corridor's alignment. The situation escalated when arguments led to the use of daos and firearms, resulting in injuries to three residents from Lama village stemming from gunfire. In the aftermath, police arrested Rimiki Amkhloo, the headman of Lakadong Ummat, for his alleged role in the incident. Subsequently, the District Magistrate of East Jaintia Hills imposed prohibitory orders under Section 163 of t...

Eleven-year-old Shelevah N Jyrwa from Laimer, Upper Shillong, was crowned the winner of Sur Kynud Season 4 at the grand finale held on Thursday at the Don Bosco Youth Centre in Laitumkhrah.Organized by the Don Bosco Media Network Television (DBMNTV) under the leadership of Director Fr. Michael Makri, the competition concluded with eight talented finalists competing for the coveted top prize of Rs 1 lakh. The event showcased remarkable musical performances, reflecting months of dedication and rigorous training.The grand finale was attended by East Shillong MLA Ampareen Lyngdoh, who lauded the Salesians for their commitment to nurturing young talent. She emphasized that such platforms encourage youth to develop discipline, confidence, and perseverance in pursuit of their dreams. Also presen...

Batskhem Myrboh is the choice of the VPP to contest the Shillong Lok Sabha seat following the passing away of Shillong MP Ricky Syngkon. Myrboh is the spokesperson of the party. In a statement issued on Monday, AW Rani, spokesperson of the party said, "The Election Committee of the Voice of the People Party (VPP) on March 2 submitted its recommendation to the State Executive Committee for approval, proposing the name of Dr. Batskhem Myrboh as the party's candidate for the forthcoming Lok Sabha by-election from the Shillong Parliamentary Constituency, necessitated by the untimely demise of the sitting Member of Parliament, Dr. Ricky A. J. Syngkon, who passed away on 19th February 2026".

A Khasi film backed by Hello Meghalaya has claimed top international prizes, cementing the Northeast's place on the world cinema stage. Ha Lyngkha Bneng, directed by Pradip Kurbah, held a grand premiere at Kelvin Gold Cinema in Guwahati. The event drew filmmakers and cultural figures from across the region, backed by Hello Meghalaya, the state's OTT platform that funds and promotes local stories. Ha Lyngkha Bneng, directed by Pradip Kurbah, held a grand premiere at Kelvin Gold Cinema in Guwahati. The event drew filmmakers and cultural figures from across the region, backed by Hello Meghalaya, the state's OTT platform that funds and promotes local stories. Kurbah's film follows six people in rural Meghalaya, delving into their desires, ties, and shifting bonds through a raw Khasi viewpo...

The Meghalaya High Court has asked the state government and other concerned authorities to submit detailed status reports on the measures taken to tackle drug abuse and strengthen rehabilitation mechanisms for addicts. The High Court issued the direction during the hearing of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by Mewaker Lyngdoh. The Division Bench comprising Chief Justice Revati Mohite Dere and Justice Wanlura Diengdoh asked all respondents to place reports before the court on the implementation of steps aimed at addressing the growing drug menace. During the hearing, Additional Advocate General Khalid Khan informed the court that the Chief Secretary had constituted a Monitoring Committee on December 16, 2025. The committee was constituted in compliance with an earlier ord...

Two Bangladeshis were arrested in Meghalaya's West Jaintia Hills district for entering Indian territory without any valid travel documents, police said on Monday. The two Bangladeshis have been identified as Monirul Biswas and Lovely Khatun, both residents of Bhombag village in Narail district under Khulna division of Bangladesh, they said. They were intercepted at around 8.30 pm from a vehicle by personnel from Dawki police station. Police also detained a vehicle bearing registration number ML 05AG 7472 (S-Presso), along with the driver identified as Pynshaibha Khaii, a resident of Wahsarang village in East Jaintia Hills district. According to police sources, a case has been registered at Dawki Police Station vide Case No. 5(3)2026 under Sections 21/19(1)/24 of the Immigration and ...