Meghalaya

The State Council of Science, Technology and Environment (SCSTE), Meghalaya, has opened applications for short-term projects aimed at delivering measurable socio-economic benefits across the state. The call for proposals, announced by the Office of the Deputy Commissioner of Ri Bhoi district, invites projects under the theme “Science and Technology for Socio-Economic Benefit in Meghalaya”. The programme seeks practical solutions to local challenges through applications of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). The call for proposals, announced by the Office of the Deputy Commissioner of Ri Bhoi district, invites projects under the theme “Science and Technology for Socio-Economic Benefit in Meghalaya”. The programme seeks practical solutions to local challenges through...

Timjim Momin, a public figure from Meghalaya’s North Garo Hills district, has formally approached the Deputy Commissioner seeking an inquiry into the engagement of more than 400 outside-State labourers for rake loading work at Mendipathar railway station on December 28, 2025. Raising concerns over local employment and social implications, Momin has urged authorities to examine the matter and ensure accountability. Momin stated that despite the availability of local tribal labourers, workers from outside Meghalaya were allegedly brought in, depriving local youth and daily wage earners of job opportunities. He warned that such practices could threaten the livelihoods of residents, weaken morale among the local workforce, and create a sense of alienation within the indigenous community. ...

Trade unions and pensioners' associations in Meghalaya on Thursday participated in the nationwide general strike called by central trade unions, staging a demonstration in Shillong against what they described as anti-worker, anti-farmer and pro-corporate policies of the Union Government. The protest was organised near the U Kiang Nangbah statue opposite Shillong Civil Hospital, drawing participation from members of various unions in support of the countrywide agitation observed on February 12. Organisations that took part in the demonstration included the Central Government Pensioners Association of Meghalaya, All India Postal Employees Pensioners Association of Meghalaya, Confederation of Central Government Employees, Federation of Postal Employees and the Meghalaya Joint Council of T...

The High Court of Meghalaya has expressed hope that the state government will release over ₹6 crore for permanent repairs of damaged roads in Nongrammar and Laitumkhrah, Shillong, before the onset of the monsoon.Hearing a petition on Tuesday, the court noted that temporary repairs had been carried out, making the roads motorable. A report submitted by the Additional Advocate General, along with photographs, showed immediate steps taken by authorities. The bench comprising Chief Justice Revati Mohite Dere and Justice W Diengdoh observed that departments such as PHE and SMB were also informed to fix damaged water lines during the repair work.An official letter from the Executive Engineer, PWD (Roads), sought ₹6.65 crore for permanent restoration. While the government indicated that sanction...

Meghalaya has been placed on high alert with the 13th general elections underway in neighboring Bangladesh on Thursday. Authorities have activated a multi-layered security grid along the international border to pre-empt infiltration, smuggling and any potential spillover during the politically sensitive exercise. With nearly 128 million voters casting ballots across 300 constituencies in Bangladesh, security agencies in the border state are maintaining heightened vigilance, wary of any cross-border movement or criminal activity that could be triggered amid the electoral churn in the neighboring country. In East Khasi Hills district, police have intensified round-the-clock patrolling, surprise naka checks and joint operations in close coordination with the Border Security Force (BSF). ...

The Centre has extended the service of DGP Idashisha Nongrang for six more months from.May 19 this year. A notification issued on February 11 said that the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved the proposal of Ministry of Home Affairs 'for extension in service of Idashisha Nongrang, Director General of Police, Meghalaya, for a period of 6 months beyond 19.05.2026, in relaxation of Rule 16(1) of AIS (DCRB) Rules, 1958, as a special case in public interest'.

The National Himan Rights Commission (NHRC) on Wednesday said it has issued a notice to the the Meghalaya government and the state's police chief over reports that 18 workers died after a blast at an "illegal coal mine" in the Thangskai area of East Jaintia Hills earlier this month. Reportedly, the incident has left several others trapped at unspecified depths, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) said in a statement. The commission has "taken suo motu cognisance of a media report that 18 workers died after a blast at an illegal coal mine in Thangskai area of East Jaintia Hills, Meghalaya, on February 5," it said. Notices have been sent to the Chief Secretary of Meghalaya and the Director General of Police, directing them to submit a detailed report within two weeks. Accordin...

In a major political development, former West Shillong MLA Mohendro Rapsang resigned from the National People’s Party (NPP) on Wednesday.Rapsang sent his resignation letter to he state party president Pestone Tynsong. Rapsang said he has yet to decide on the next course of action.When asked whether he will join any political party, Rapsang said, "Many well wishers have called me..." To a question as to joining the BJP, Rapsang said, "I have not decided anything".

The death toll from the February 5 dynamite explosion at an illegal coal mine in Meghalaya's East Jaintia Hills has risen to 32, with two more victims succumbing to injuries during treatment. The Deputy Commissioner, Manish Kumar, reported that Jamil Ahmed Choudhury and Deb Malakar died in hospitals following the incident. In response, the district administration has intensified efforts against illegal mining, deploying five multi-agency enforcement teams to conduct raids and seizing approximately 432.15 metric tonnes of coal in one day. This brings the total coal confiscated in ongoing operations to over 4,800 metric tonnes, with multiple FIRs filed and legal proceedings initiated. To enhance public safety, the District Magistrate imposed prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bh...

The High Court of Meghalaya will address the preservation of heritage sites, including the Laban Circuit House, on March 11. The Division Bench, led by Chief Justice Revati Mohite Dere and Justice W. Diengdoh, directed the State Heritage Committee to submit an affidavit within two weeks detailing the identification and protection of historical properties as mandated by a previous court order. This order stemmed from a public interest litigation (PIL) concerning the proposed demolition of Bidhan Chandra Roy’s house in Shillong, which currently serves as a circuit house, to make way for a new multi-storey building. The court underscored the cultural significance of heritage and instructed the committee to assess the heritage status of crucial sites, emphasizing the need for preservation for...