Education Minister Rakkam A. Sangma responded to opposition criticism regarding Chief Minister Conrad Sangma’s photo on the cover of the “CM Impact Guidebook,” advising those bothered by the image to cover it with brown paper. He stressed that attention should be directed toward the guidebook’s content, which is designed to Continue Reading
VPP’s expansion to Garo Hills would be a challenge for the NPP: Rakkam
SHILLONG, OCT 15: NPP leader and cabinet minister Rakkam A Sangma on Tuesday said that the VPP’s expansion to Garo Hills would be a challenge for the NPP. Speaking to reporters, Rakkam said, “Every political party is designed with a specific purpose and agenda. Of course, it has been said by Continue Reading
Govt working out formula to address ongoing demands of SSA teachers: Rakkam
SHILLONG, OCT 15: Education Minister Rakkam A Sangma on Tuesday said the government is working out a formula to address the ongoing demands of SSA teachers for hundred percent salary enhancement and securing their services. Speaking to media persons, Rakkam said that decision to enhance the salary of over 13000 SSA Continue Reading
Gambegre Constituency to have 51 Polling Stations, Including 31 Critical Stations
The bye-elections in Gambegre are set for November 13, with counting taking place on November 23. Chief Electoral Officer Dr. BDR Tiwari announced that “31 critical polling stations are there in Gambegre, but there are no vulnerable polling stations.” “There are a total of 51 polling stations in the Continue Reading
Gambegre by-elections on November 13, counting set on November 23
Cabinet Minister and NPP MLA from Garo Hills, Marcuise N Marak, claimed that the Congress is facing strong anti-incumbency in Gambegre due to the lack of performance by Saleng A Sangma, the Member of Parliament from Tura, who represented the constituency for the past 20 years. According to Marak, Saleng Continue Reading
Meghalaya Seeks ₹600 Crore to Boost Social Welfare Department, Says Minister Paul Lyngdoh
Minister in-charge of the Social Welfare Department, Paul Lyngdoh, on Monday informed that the state government is seeking ₹600 crore in financial support from the Centre to strengthen and improve the overall functioning of the department. “Certain matters will also have to be taken to the cabinet, and certain Continue Reading
Shillong Medical College Project Progressing Positively: Health Minister
SHILLONG, OCT 14: Meghalaya Health Minister Ampareen Lyngdoh confirmed on Monday that the establishment of the Shillong Medical College is advancing smoothly, with the state targeting a 2025-2026 completion for the second medical college which will be government-run in Meghalaya. “We are on track to institutionalize a second government medical Continue Reading
Ampareen Lyngdoh Emphasizes Unity in Meghalaya’s Politics, Criticizes Political Divides
SHILLONG, OCT 14: NPP leader and cabinet minister Ampareen Lyngdoh spoke about the VPP’s plans to expand into the Garo Hills region, stressing the importance of political unity across the state. She voiced concerns over the risks of regional political isolation and divisiveness, emphasizing that such divides are not beneficial Continue Reading
315 Crimes Against Children Reported in 2024: Paul Calls for Greater Awareness and Intervention
In 2024, Meghalaya recorded 315 cases of crimes against children, including 51 instances of child abuse. The Women and Children Control Room, under the Social Welfare Department, also registered 11 cases of missing children. Social Welfare Minister Paul Lyngdoh expressed concern over the growing number of child abuse cases, Continue Reading
Rising Digital Crimes Against Women: Meghalaya Reports 18 Cases, Minister Calls for Stronger Response
During his inspection of the Women and Child Helpline at the Directorate of Social Welfare, Social Welfare Minister Paul Lyngdoh highlighted the rising number of digital crimes against women, with 18 cases recently reported. He stressed the importance of enhancing the department, especially in addressing cases that face delays. Continue Reading