SHILLONG, OCT 21: President of the Meghalaya SSA Schools Association (MSSASA) Aristotle C Rymbai on Monday said the state government in the past had failed to follow the guidelines right from the beginning leading to the problems in the implementation of the SSA program in Meghalaya. “Before implementation of Continue Reading
SSA Teachers Suspend 21-Day Protest After State Govt Assures Salary Enhancement
The All Meghalaya SSA School Teachers Association (AMSSASTA) on Monday called off their 21-day indefinite sit-in demonstration following assurances from the state government regarding salary enhancement for SSA teachers. Speaking to Mediapersons, president of the AMSSASTA Peter Thyrniang said that the decision was taken after a meeting with cabinet minister Continue Reading
Special cover, stamp and envelope of KHADC released
SHILLONG, OCT 21:Â The special cover, stamp and envelope of the Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) was released on Monday at a two-day ‘Philatelic Exhibition Meghapex 2024’ organized by the Department of Posts in collaboration with the Meghalaya Postal Division at the State Convention Centre. The exhibition was attended Continue Reading
MLA Renikton Tongkhar Urges Improved Drainage System to Prevent Monsoon Disasters in Meghalaya
Mawkyrwat MLA Renikton L. Tongkhar has highlighted the urgent need to improve the State ‘s drainage system to prevent soil erosion and disasters during the monsoon season. With the recent monsoon withdrawal leaving a trail of devastation, Tongkhar stressed that managing water flow effectively is key to avoiding erosion-related Continue Reading
Cabinet decides to come up with Act to operationalize Govt. and Pvt. Medical Colleges in Meghalaya
Health Minister Ampareen Lyngdoh on Friday informed that the Cabinet has decided not to allow functioning of the PA Sangma International Medical College of University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya (USTM) without a proper Act in place. Speaking to reporters after the cabinet meeting, Lyngdoh said, “The Cabinet was pleased Continue Reading
Cabinet Approves Scheme for Rs 2 Lakh Aid to District Task Forces for MRSSA Implementation
SHILLONG, OCT 18: The Cabinet on Friday approved  operationalization of the Meghalaya Residents Safety & Security Act (MRSSA), the Cabinet decided to put in place a scheme to initiate the implementation of the MRSSA. It a scheme, which seeks to provide Rs 2 lakh financial assistance to the district task forces Continue Reading
Govt Committee Headed by Tourism Director Urges Taxi Associations to Submit Written Suggestions
SHILLONG, OCT 18: The government constituted committee headed by director of tourism Cyril Diengdoh on Friday asked the tourist taxi associations to submit their suggestions in writing for necessary examination. Addressing media persons after the meeting, Diengdoh said, “I had requested all the tourist taxi associations to give their Continue Reading
BJP to Contest Gambegre Bye-Elections, Candidate Announcement Expected Soon
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