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The Innovation, Design and Entrepreneurship (IDE) Bootcamp 2026 was officially inaugurated at North-Eastern Hill University in collaboration with the Ministry of Education's Innovation Cell and All India Council for Technical Education. The event witnessed the participation of more than 170 participants, entrepreneurs, resource persons, and team members from across the state, united in their shared commitment towards innovation and entrepreneurship. The programme commenced with the traditional lighting of the lamp and Saraswati Vandana, symbolizing the pursuit of wisdom and success. Addressing the gathering, Prof. Dinesh Bhatia, Coordinator and SPOC of the bootcamp, spoke on the transformation of entrepreneurship in India, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. He highlighted In...

Altogether 183 cases for a total amount of Rs 1.35 lakh was settled in a National Lok Adalat organised in Meghalaya High Court and all districts of the state on Saturday. A total of 625 cases were taken up during the Lok Adalat. “242 pre-litigation cases and 383 pending cases were taken up for settlement,” the Meghalaya State Legal Services Authority said in a statement.

The cultural heart of Meghalaya beat in the center of the national capital this weekend as the "Shillong Literary Festival 2026 – New Delhi Prelude" opened to a packed audience at Bikaner House. Held on May 9, the two-day event serves as a high-profile curtain-raiser for the main festival, which is scheduled to take place in Shillong from November 12 to 14. Organised by the Department of Tourism, Government of Meghalaya, the prelude aims to showcase the state’s rich literary, musical, and cinematic heritage to a nationwide audience. A cornerstone of the inaugural day was a candid and insightful conversation between Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma and veteran journalist Shekhar Gupta. Their discussion traversed a wide range of topics, including modern governance, youth entrepr...

The Computer Centre of North-Eastern Hill University, in collaboration with the National e-Governance Division, successfully organised the "Digital India Awareness University Workshops" featuring a Digital India Talk Show cum Interactive Session at the Multi-use Convention Hall, NEHU, Shillong, on May 7,2026. The programme aimed to create awareness about key digital initiatives of the Government of India that are increasingly relevant to academic administration, examination systems, and digital governance. The workshop witnessed the participation of faculty members, officers, staff, researchers, and students of the university. Representatives and officials from the National e-Governance Division (NeGD), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Goverment of Indi...

The cost of a major water supply project for Shillong has risen sharply, with the Meghalaya cabinet approving a revised estimate that pushes the bill from Rs 553 crore to Rs 770 crore — an increase of Rs 217 crore. The New Shillong Water Supply Scheme (Phase I) has been in the works for some time, but the revision was necessitated by a significant change in its design. The proposed dam site has been relocated further upstream, a decision that became necessary after a scientific landfill was developed at Nonghali, making the original location unsuitable. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said the enhanced cost also accounts for the provision of dedicated electrical lines and expenses related to land acquisition, describing these as essential to ensuring "the project's long-term susta...

The Public Health Engineering (PHE) department on Thursday announced an emergency shutdown of the Greater Shillong Water Supply Scheme for 12 hours on May 1, 2026, due to urgent maintenance work. According to a shutdown notice issued by Chief Engineer HS Nongbri on Thursday, the supply will remain suspended from 9am to 9pm on May 1. “This is brought to the notice of all concerned that there will be an emergency shutdown of the Greater Shillong Water Supply Scheme for 12 hours on the 1st May, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM due to immediate corrective maintenance of 33KV/ 6.6 KV Line for the Pumping System,” the notice stated. “During this period, there will be no water supply to Shillong City and its adjoining areas and every attempt shall be made to the extent possible to supply w...

A court in Shillong on April 28 granted bail to Sonam Raghuvanshi, the prime accused in the murder of her husband, Raja Raghuvanshi, a transport businessman from Indore. Sonam, who had been lodged in a Shillong jail for several months, was granted relief after the fourth hearing. The development was confirmed by the victim’s brother, Vipin Raghuvanshi. The case, which has drawn attention in Madhya Pradesh, pertains to the alleged murder of Raja Raghuvanshi, in which his wife has been named as the main accused. According to sources, Sonam’s bail applications had earlier been rejected three times by the court. In contrast, other accused in the case, Lokendra Singh Tomar, Balbir Ahirwar and Shilom James — had already been granted bail. However, the court has now allowed Sonam’s p...

Shillong authorities have issued a weather advisory warning of thunderstorms, lightning and intense rainfall across East Khasi Hills district from April 27 to May 1. The alert follows a forecast by the India Meteorological Department, indicating strong winds and a heightened risk of disruption over the five-day period. Storm conditions began on April 27 with very heavy rainfall and gusty winds of up to 50–60 kmph. Similar weather is expected to persist from April 28 to 30, with thunderstorms, lightning and heavy rain accompanied by winds of 40–50 kmph. On May 1, the district is likely to continue experiencing thunderstorms and heavy rainfall, with gusts reaching up to 50 kmph. Officials have urged residents to take precautionary measures, warning of possible flash floods, especiall...

Deputy Chief Minister Sniawbhalang Dhar on Tuesday said the proposed public rally by the opposition Voice of the People Party (VPP) on issues including the Lumpongdeng Island project was tied to campaigning for the upcoming Shillong Lok Sabha byelection. “The public rally by the VPP is because they have started campaigning for the Shillong Lok Sabha byelection. We are also going to start our campaigning maybe by next month,” Dhar told reporters. Referring to the state government’s decision to exclude Lumpongdeng Island from the Taj resort and spa project, he said, “The statement of deputy chief minister and cabinet minister Wailadmiki Shylla is very clear and exactly it has happened like that only.” Asked if the VPP was targeting the NPP, Dhar said, “No, every political party it ...

Voice of the People Party (VPP) president Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit has called on citizens to come together in large numbers for a public meeting scheduled to be held at Madan, emphasizing unity, collective strength, and pressing socio-political concerns. In a message addressed to supporters and the general public, Basaiawmoit began by acknowledging the continued backing of the people and party workers. “Once again, through this message, I would like to congratulate the people of the country… and all the strong support of the Voice of the People Party,” he said. He urged residents from various communities and groups to actively participate in the upcoming gathering. “I would like to urge the residents… to attend this new meeting organized by the Voice of the People Party,” he sta...