SHILLONG, NOV 21: BJP leader and cabinet minister AL Hek on Thursday informed that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has decided to contest the upcoming elections to the KHADC and JHADC. Speaking to reporters, Hek said that the party has discussed the issue during a meeting held among the senior members Continue Reading
Central Recruitment Board Suspends Ongoing Physical Efficiency Test Amid Alleged Recruitment Process Deficiencies
SHILLONG, NOV 21: The Central Recruitment Board (CRB) on Thursday suspended the ongoing Physical Efficiency Test (PET) with effect from November 22, after there were alleged deficiencies in the recruitment process. Inspector General of Police (SB/F&ES/Bdr.) -cum- Chairman CRB Dalton P Marak in a statement said, “It has been brought Continue Reading
MCA President Optimistic About Women’s Cricket Growth in Meghalaya in next 10 years
Naba Bhattacharjee, cricket administrator and President of the Meghalaya Cricket Association, has expressed strong confidence in the future of women’s cricket in the state. With several ambitious projects initiated by the BCCI aimed at enhancing cricket infrastructure in Meghalaya, Bhattacharjee believes that the sport will see significant growth in Continue Reading
CM Urges Mandatory Museum Visits for Educational Institute to Promote State’s Heritage and Diversity
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has urged the Department of Education to mandate educational institutions to visit museums to learn about the state’s rich heritage and diversity. Speaking at the inauguration of the Tri Hills Ensemble at the U Soso Tham Auditorium in Shillong, in the presence of Arts Continue Reading
Shillong to Host Bryan Adams Concert on December 10
Shillong, November 20, 2024: Iconic musician Bryan Adams is set to perform in Shillong on December 10 as part of his India tour. Speaking about the event, Tourism Director Cyril V. Deingdoh said, “Bryan Adams is playing in various locations across India, but a lot of people want to come Continue Reading
Turkish Ambassador and author Firat Sunel Attends Shillong Literary Festival
Turkish Ambassador and author Firat Sunel captivated audiences at the Shillong Literary Festival with his exploration of historical fiction centered around migration. Speaking on the concluding day of the festival, Sunel participated in a session titled The Lighthouse Family: A Candid Conversation alongside Mr. Cyril V.D. Diengdoh, IAS. During an Continue Reading
Railway Project in East Jaintia Hills Hinges on People’s Approval, Says Minister
SHILLONG, November 20, 2024: UDP leader and Cabinet Minister Kyrmen Shylla on Wednesday stated that the decision on introducing a railway line in East Jaintia Hills district should ultimately rest with the people of the district. Speaking to media persons, Shylla said that due to paucity of time, the Continue Reading
Kyrmen Shylla Confident of Scientific Mining Resuming Soon in Meghalaya
SHILLONG, NOV 20: Cabinet Minister and UDP leader Kyrmen Shylla on Wednesday expressed optimism that the Meghalaya government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, will soon ensure the commencement of scientific mining in the state. Speaking on the issue, Shylla said, “When it comes to coal, Continue Reading
NEHUSU Temporarily Suspends Hunger Strike After 16 Days, Agitation to Continue
Shillong, November 20, 2024: The North-Eastern Hill University Students’ Union (NEHUSU) has temporarily suspended its indefinite hunger strike after 16 days, citing health concerns and requests from teachers, community leaders, and medical professionals. Despite this suspension, the agitation will persist until their primary demand—the removal of Vice-Chancellor Prof. Prabha Shankar Shukla—is Continue Reading
Meghalaya CM Inspects Key Urban Development Projects in New Shillong Township
Shillong, November 20, 2024: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma today inspected various ongoing urban projects in New Shillong Township, including the second phase of the IT Park, a 400-seater Working Women’s Hostel, the New Secretariat, the Skill Park, and the Prime Innovation Hub. He also reviewed progress on the Continue Reading