SHILLONG, OCT 17: Senior Meghalaya BJP leader AL Hek said that the party will be contesting the upcoming Gambegre bye-elections. He informed that the state leadership will travel to Delhi on October 21 to meet with central leadership and discuss potential candidates. Speaking to reporters in Shillong, Hek confirmed that Continue Reading
Expansion of Shillong Airport to Transform Tourism Sector, Says Minister Paul Lyngdoh
Tourism Minister Paul Lyngdoh highlighted on Thursday that the expansion of Shillong Airport is set to be a significant game changer for the state and its tourism sector. He revealed that a committee, led by the director of tourism, has been actively engaging with stakeholders to ensure a well-rounded Continue Reading
Construction of Shillong Ropeway Project Set to Begin in November: Govt
SHILLONG, OCT 17: Tourism Minister Paul Lyngdoh announced on Thursday that the long-anticipated Shillong ropeway project is set to begin construction by mid-November. The project, which has seen significant progress, is moving forward without any cost escalation, with the total budget remaining at ₹175 crore. Lyngdoh said, “…the Shillong Continue Reading
Manipur Unrest Shifts Drug Trafficking Route to Meghalaya, Says Social Welfare Minister Paul Lyngdoh
Social Welfare Minister Paul Lyngdoh sounded an alarm on Thursday, claiming that drug trafficking routes have shifted to Meghalaya, attributing the issue to the unrest in neighboring Manipur. He noted that the situation in Manipur has led to a shift in drug trade routes, moving activity into Meghalaya. “The Continue Reading
High-Stakes Gambegre Bye-Election Set for November: Congress Names Jingjang Marak as Candidate
The upcoming bye-election for the Gambegre Assembly Constituency in Meghalaya’s Garo Hills is poised to be a multi-cornered contest, with Congress becoming the third party to announce its candidate. The Congress party officially entered the race by nominating Jingjang M. Marak. The announcement, made by AICC general secretary KC Venugopal, Continue Reading
Meghalaya’s Tourism Sector Aims for 40% Workforce Involvement by 2028: Paul
Tourism Minister Paul Lyngdoh highlighted the ambitious growth of the tourism sector in Meghalaya, stating that by 2028, around 40% of the state’s population could be directly involved in the tourism industry. This growth strategy is driven by the government’s efforts to brand Meghalaya as a premier tourist destination, focusing Continue Reading
TMC Files Complaint Against NPP for Alleged Violation of Model Code of Conduct in Gambegre
SHILLONG, OCT 16: The opposition All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Wednesday lodged a formal complaint against the ruling National People’s Party (NPP), accusing it of violating the model code of conduct (MCC) by distributing roofing sheets to voters in Gambegre constituency. In a letter addressed to the Returning Continue Reading
Vice-President Dhankhar Invites Meghalaya Students and Legislators to Parliament, Praises State’s Focus on Youth Empowerment
During his maiden visit to Shillong, Vice-President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar, extended a personal invitation to students and legislators of Meghalaya to be his guests at the new Parliament building, describing such visits as enriching experiences. Addressing the gathering at the foundation stone-laying ceremony for the Meghalaya Skill and Continue Reading
Meghalaya Aims for 15% Economic Growth with Major Investments, CM Tells Vice President Dhankhar
On his maiden visit to Shillong, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, accompanied by Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, visited the IT Park at Mawdiangdiang. During the occasion, the Vice President shared his insights on the developmental aspirations of Meghalaya. In his address, Vice President Dhankhar emphasized that achieving the status of Continue Reading
Several injured in Bus Accident Near Umling Forest
Bus Accident Near Umling Forest in Ri Bhoi District Leaves Several Passengers Injured A serious bus accident occurred on October 16, 2024, at around 7:34 AM, near Umling Forest in Ri Bhoi District, when a night super bus, bearing registration number ML05L8998, traveling from Ladrymbai to Guwahati, capsized, leaving several Continue Reading